Day 1: Arrive Venice
Arrive in Venice and be transferred to your hotel. Tonight, head to a local restaurant for a Welcome Dinner with your Tour Director and fellow travellers and delight in your first taste of traditional Italian cuisine.
Day 2: Venice
After an engaging Insider Experience this morning, join a guided tour of Venice’s most iconic landmarks, including St Mark’s Square and St Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece blending Byzantine, Gothic, Romanesque and Renaissance influences. You’ll also pass the impressive 14th-century Doge’s Palace, once the residence of the Venetian doges and the seat of government, before exploring the maze of narrow streets and canals that define the city.
Insider Experience – Gondola Workshop
Visit a local squero (gondola workshop) and learn about the craftsmanship behind these iconic boats and the centuries-old trade that keeps the tradition alive.
Day 3: Venice, Florence
This morning, discover the traditional art of glassblowing during a visit to a working furnace on Murano, where local artisans demonstrate their craft. Afterwards, continue to Florence. Arrive this afternoon and enjoy time to explore before an Insider Experience this evening.
Insider Experience – Florence Sensory Exploration
Experience Florence through its flavours and hidden corners. Widely regarded as the birthplace of the Renaissance, the city is rich in artistic heritage and local traditions. Sample regional dishes and visit one of Florence’s famous wine windows, where you can order a glass of Italian wine through a small opening set into a historic wall.
Day 4: Florence, Siena, Tuscany
Today venture into the Tuscan countryside. Visit Siena and explore its medieval streets, seeing the impressive Piazza del Campo and Siena Cathedral. Afterwards, continue to a special Insider Experience.
Insider Experience – Tuscan Winery Experience
Meet the family behind a local Tuscan winery, hear their stories and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch paired with regional wines. This relaxed experience offers an authentic taste of Tuscany’s hospitality and flavours.
Day 5: Florence
Today is yours to enjoy Florence at your own pace. Wander the historic streets, browse local shops or relax in one of the city’s lively piazzas. Art lovers may wish to visit the renowned Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by artists such as Botticelli and Leonardo da Vinci, or admire landmarks including the Ponte Vecchio.
Enhance Your Journey – Explore Pisa
Join an optional excursion to Pisa to see the world-famous Leaning Tower and the Piazza dei Miracoli, also home to the striking cathedral and baptistery. Alternatively, spend time soaking up the atmosphere of this historic city.
Day 6: Florence, Sorrento
Enjoy a relaxed start to the morning before travelling to Naples. Continue on to Sorrento, where the remainder of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.
Day 7: Sorrento
Spend the day at leisure, exploring Sorrento at your own pace. Renowned for its breathtaking coastline, charming piazzas, fragrant lemon groves and dramatic cliffs, this captivating town invites you to discover its many delights. Wander the bustling Piazza Tasso — Sorrento’s lively central square — or gaze down into the Valley of the Mills, a collection of atmospheric ruins nestled within a green gorge. This evening, a memorable Insider Experience awaits.
Insider Experience – Interactive Cooking Experience
Join a hands-on cooking class in Sorrento and learn the art of traditional Italian cuisine with expert local chefs. Prepare authentic dishes using fresh regional ingredients, then savour the flavours of your own creations.
Enhance Your Journey – Discover Capri
Visit the island of Capri and explore its villas and picturesque villages, set against the sparkling blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Day 8: Sorrento, Pompeii, Rome
Today, travel by coach to Rome, stopping en route at the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Archaeological Park of Pompeii. Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient city, remarkably preserved beneath layers of ash following the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Afterwards, continue on to Rome.
Day 9: Rome
Begin your first full day in Rome with a skip-the-line guided visit to the Vatican Museums. Discover remarkable artworks and treasures, gaze up at the iconic Sistine Chapel and admire the grandeur of St Peter’s Basilica. Afterwards, set out on a walking tour of the city, taking in landmarks such as the Spanish Steps and views of the Colosseum. This evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant.
Enhance Your Journey – Colosseum Guided Visit
Join a guided visit inside the Colosseum for deeper insight into the history and significance of this world-famous monument.
Day 10: Depart Rome
Early risers may wish to join your Tour Director for a tranquil dawn walk through Rome before the city stirs to life. Take in the serene beauty of iconic sights, including the intricate sculptures of the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, bathed in the soft morning light. Afterwards, stop at a local cafe for a traditional Italian breakfast — a cornetto and cappuccino.
Your Italian journey comes to an end today. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
