Fantastic 8 Days / 7 Nights - Rome to Rome
Tour Essentials
Daily breakfast, three lunches included, plus two local food experiences in Bologna and Venice
Tour Details
Fantastic 8 Days / 7 Nights escorted group tour is designed for travellers who want a complete “greatest hits” journey through central and northern Italy while keeping logistics simple with a Rome start and finish. It blends guided sightseeing in the most iconic cities with enough independent time to explore at your own pace.
You begin in Rome with an included airport transfer and a 1‑day hop‑on hop‑off panoramic bus ticket, an easy way to get oriented and see the major landmarks from above street level. The tour then heads out by deluxe coach to Assisi (with included lunch), Siena’s medieval centre, and on to Florence for a full day of Renaissance highlights and a traditional Tuscan lunch.
From Florence you continue to Bologna for a walk through its historic core and a local food experience, then on to Venice for guided highlights around St Mark’s followed by the classic spritz & cicchetti experience. After Venice, the route swings through the Tuscan wine region to Montepulciano for a traditional lunch and a glass of local wine before returning to Rome.
Your final days bring the trip full circle with a “skip‑the‑line” Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel experience, then a final breakfast and included transfer back to Rome airport.
Inclusions
- Rome airport transfer to hotel (arrival) and transfer to airport (departure)
- 1‑day hop‑on hop‑off panoramic bus ticket in Rome
- Deluxe coach touring between destinations
- Guided tour in Florence
- Guided tour in Venice
- Skip‑the‑line Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Square tour
- Lunch in Assisi
- Lunch in Florence (traditional restaurant)
- Bologna local food experience
- Venice spritz & cicchetti experience
- Traditional Tuscan lunch in Montepulciano (with a glass of wine)
- 7 nights hotel accommodation in Rome/Florence/Venice area with breakfasts
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Rome
Welcome to Rome!
Meet your driver at the airport and enjoy your included transfer to the hotel. Use your 1- day Hop-on Hop-off ticket for the I Love Rome City Tour.
Ride the open-top panoramic bus to admire Rome’s landmarks with audio commentary in 12 languages. Hop on and off at your leisure across eight stops. It’s the perfect way to explore the Eternal City independently.
Spend the rest of the evening at your own pace. Return to the hotel on your own.
Overnight stay in Rome.
Day 2: Rome > Assisi > Siena > Florence (B, L)
Depart at 7:15 a.m. by deluxe coach to Assisi, a medieval town surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis, featuring frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue and enjoy a lunch in Assisi.
Continue to Siena, UNESCO-listed and famous for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and Palio horse race. Later, travel through Tuscany’s countryside to reach Florence.
Check in at your hotel.
Overnight stay.
Day 3: Florence (B, L)
Explore Florence, cradle of the Renaissance. Visit the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and Baptistery. See Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Santa Croce Basilica.
Enjoy lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant. In the afternoon, choose between free time in the city or an optional visit to Pisa, with its Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli.
Dinner is at leisure.
Overnight stay in Florence.
Day 4: Florence > Bologna > Venice (B, Local Food Experience)
Travel to Bologna, a city rich in culture and culinary excellence. Walk from Piazza Malpighi to Piazza Maggiore, admiring San Petronio Basilica and the Palazzo del Podestà.
Delight in a light local lunch, savouring regional specialties. Stroll the medieval streets, arcades, and markets. In the afternoon, continue to Venice.
Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax.
Overnight stay.
Day 5: Venice (B, Local Food Experience)
Transfer to Piazza San Marco and discover Venice’s highlights with a guided tour. Visit Doge’s Palace (outside) and cross the Bridge of Sighs.
Afterward, enjoy a glass of spritz or prosecco with cicchetti, traditional Venetian snacks. Relax and soak in the atmosphere.
Spend the afternoon exploring the city’s canals, artisan shops, or quiet corners on your own.
Return to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Venice.
Day 6: Venice > Tuscany Wine Region > Rome (B, L)
After breakfast, travel to Montepulciano, in the heart of Tuscany. Known for its medieval charm and panoramic views, the town is a perfect mix of history and beauty.
Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch in a local restaurant. Take some time to stroll through the historic centre before rejoining your group.
In the late afternoon, head to Rome, where the escorted tour ends. Overnight stay. Depart Venice and travel through Tuscany to Montepulciano, a hilltop town known for “Vino Nobile” and stunning views. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, paired with a glass of fine Tuscan wine.
After lunch, take some free time before heading back to Rome, where the escorted tour ends.
Check in at the hotel and overnight.
Day 7: Rome (B)
Begin your morning with an included “Skip the Line” tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Square.
Discover the Galleries of Tapestries and Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and Michelangelo’s masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel. The visit ends in St. Peter’s Square, where you can view the Basilica’s majestic exterior. Spend the rest of the day at your own pace or join an optional tour.
Overnight stay in Rome.
Day 8: Rome (B)
Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, take advantage of any last-minute free time for shopping or sightseeing.
Transfer to the airport is included.
End of our services.
Tour Highlights
- Rome airport transfers on arrival and departure
- 1‑day hop‑on hop‑off panoramic bus ticket in Rome
- Assisi and Siena in one day, including lunch in Assisi
- Florence guided highlights plus lunch in a traditional restaurant
- Bologna walking time plus a local food experience
- Venice guided highlights plus spritz & cicchetti experience
- Montepulciano (Tuscany wine region) with traditional lunch and a glass of wine
- Skip‑the‑line Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Square tour
Accommodation
You’ll stay in comfortable 4‑star hotels selected for touring practicality and easy access to sightseeing areas. The itinerary uses three key bases—Rome, Florence, and the Venice area—so you can cover the major cities without constant hotel changes. Venice accommodation is typically in Tronchetto or Mestre for smooth coach access, with an optional upgrade available to stay on Venice Island (recommended if budget allows).
Hotel examples listed:
- Rome: Hotel St. Martin 4-star / Hotel Diana Roof Garden 4-star
- Florence: Hotel Raffaello 4-star / Hotel Una Vittoria 4-star
- Venice area: Hotel B&B Venezia Laguna (Tronchetto) / Hotel Delfino 4-star (Mestre)
Tour Notes
Physical Requirements
Moderate: early starts, full sightseeing days, frequent walking on cobblestones/steps, and bridges/stairs in Venice. Suitable for travellers comfortable with a touring pace and changing bases during the trip.
Exclusions
- City tax (payable directly at hotels)
- Drinks not included with meals (unless specifically noted)
- Optional activities not included (e.g. optional Pisa excursion)
- Personal expenses, tips/gratuities, travel insurance
General Notes
- This is not a small group tour and can include up to 40 guests per tour.
- On starred departure dates, a separate French‑only tour also operates in addition to the English‑only tour.
- One child aged 1–6 stays free sharing with parents (maximum one child per room).
- Optional supplement available to stay on Venice Island.
Cancellations
For information related to cancellations and any associated costs, please refer to our Terms & Conditions.
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