Italian Espresso Vacation Tours

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The big three of Italy are combined in one tour on the Italian Espresso Vacation and as the name suggests, it's a short, strong hit of all things Italian! Travel to the floating city of Venice to shop for Italian designer fashion and walk the tiny streets, Renaissance Florence for traditional Tuscan hospitality as well as art and architecture, and then return...
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Explore Venice, Pisa, Florence and Rome
    • Visit the historical places like St. Peter's Basilica and Piazza della Signoria
    • Explore Saint Mark's Basilica and Doge's Palace
    • Visit San Gimignano and Ponte Vecchio
    • Visit Leaning Tower of Pisa

What's this trip about?

    The big three of Italy are combined in one tour on the Italian Espresso Vacation and as the name suggests, it's a short, strong hit of all things Italian! Travel to the floating city of Venice to shop for Italian designer fashion and walk the tiny streets, Renaissance Florence for traditional Tuscan hospitality as well as art and architecture, and then return to Rome to walk in the footsteps of the Roman Emperors. Follow the tradition and throw your 3 coins in the Trevi Fountain...and you could be falling in love with Italy all over again!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityRome
End CityVenice

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Singles Travel

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Colosseum
  • Doge’s Palace
  • Florence
  • Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Pisa
  • Rome
  • St. Peter's Basilica
  • Tuscany
  • Venice

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Short Cruise
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • 6 World Heritage Sites visited
    • See the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon & Piazza Navona
    • Learn to make pizza Italian-style from the locals
    • Special access Rome sightseeing coach tour
    • Locally guided tour of the Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica & the art of the Vatican Museums
    • See St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City
    • Discover the Secrets of Michelangelo's Florence – see where his David was gifted to the Florentines, Ponte Vecchio, the Medici Palace & much more on our locally guided walking tour of Florence
    • Learn about Florence's leather craft with a demonstration
    • Guided tour of a 16th century Tuscan winery while enjoying local Chianti & antipasto
    • See the towers & town square in San Gimignano
    • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
    • Italian fashion experience at the Barberino Designer outlet mall
    • See Juliet's Balcony & the Roman Arena in Verona
    • Private boat through the canals & islands of Venice
    • See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Square
    • See Venice's iconic canals & gondolas

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Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive Rome

Meals: Dinner

After making your way to the hotel in Rome, your day is free is explore this ancient city. Tonight, meet your Tour Manager and get to know your fellow travellers over dinner.

Day 2: Rome

Meals: Breakfast

A full free day to explore the treasures of Rome. Your chance to join a tour through Imperial Rome with a local guide, before time to visit St. Peter's Basilica, the Spanish Steps or check out the shops.

Day 3: Rome to Florence

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Our morning drive leads us to Florence, the Renaissance city set in the beautiful Tuscan Hills. Learn about the Duomo, Giotto’s Bell-Tower, Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce as our local guide walks us through the city. Free time to shop or visit one of the famous museums.

Day 4: Florence

Meals: Breakfast

Uncover the amazing masterpieces of Michelangelo’s Florence. Watch a Florentine leather craft demonstration, shop along the Ponte Vecchio and get your lips around some fine Tuscan cuisine before hitting up the Florentine nightlife.

Day 5: Florence

Meals: Breakfast

Enjoy a day trip out to the Tuscan countryside, stopping in historic San Gimignano. Later, delight in the wines of the region before heading back to Florence for an evening at your leisure.

Day 6: Florence to Venice

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

A short drive to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower before we travel to our hotel near the fairytale city of Venice.

Day 7:  Venice

Meals: Breakfast

This morning we take a motor boat to the central islands of Venice. In your free time explore St. Mark's Basilica, the Doges' Palace or the Guggenheim museum. Why not join us later on a gondola ride through the canals of this amazing city?

Day 8: Venice – Rome

Meals: Breakfast

Time to say farewell to your new-found friends as you tour ends after breakfast in Venice, or you can join us for a free transfer to Rome where your tour will end upon arrival at approximately 7:00pm.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,399
Price per day$175
Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International Flights
    • Passport and Visa Charges
    • Personal Expenses

Accommodation

,7 nights twin or triple-share hotel accommodation Modern, air-conditioned coach Hotel tips, local taxes & service charges
Cancellation policy
  • 61+ Days Prior to Vacation Departure amount of refund is full refund minus $ 100 cancellation fee
  • 30 - 60 Days Prior to Vacation Departure amount of refund is $ 250 cancellation fee plus non-refundable tour operator costs. Confirmed airfare is non-refundable and ticket belongs to you.
  • 30 - 15 Days Prior to Vacation Departure amount of refund is $ 400 cancellation fee plus non-refundable tour operator costs. Confirmed airfare is non-refundable and ticket belongs to you.
  • Within 14 Days of Departure amount of refund is 100% cancellation fee
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Meals Included

7 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners

Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
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  • An experienced & professional Trip Manager & Driver team
  • Sightseeing tours of all major cities plus orientations in all other destinations
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