Italy in 12 days - Eternal Cities & Cultures of Sicily - Superior

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Land in Venice, known for its romantic canals before heading to Florence to discover its Renaissance heritage. Explore Rome and admire one of the most historic cities in the world, filled with cultural delights, such as the Colosseum and the Vatican City. Wind down in historic Catania famed for its charming old town and situated on the coast of Sicily, in the...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Florence
    • Rome
    • Sicily
    • Venice

What's this trip about?

    Land in Venice, known for its romantic canals before heading to Florence to discover its Renaissance heritage. Explore Rome and admire one of the most historic cities in the world, filled with cultural delights, such as the Colosseum and the Vatican City. Wind down in historic Catania famed for its charming old town and situated on the coast of Sicily, in the shadow of Mount Etna.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 9 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityVenice Mestre
End CityVenice Mestre

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Italy

Attractions

  • Catania
  • Colosseum
  • Florence
  • Forum
  • Pisa
  • Rome
  • Sicily
  • Sistine Chapel
  • Venice

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology

Trip includes

    • Departures from main US airports.
    • International flights: US - Venice, Catania - US.
    • Internal flights: Rome - Catania. *
    • Domestic High-speed train in Standard Class: Venice Mestre - Florence - Rome.
    • 11 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.
    • 11 breakfasts.
    • Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles as indicated in the itinerary.
    • Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.
    • All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
    • Guided walking tours in Florence, Venice & Catania.
    • Guided visits to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill in Rome.

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Itinerary

Day 1: US - Night on board

Pack your bags and head to your departure airport, ready for a flight to Venice.* Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.

Day 2: Venice

Arrive in the romantic city of Venice, transfer to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Built across more than 100 small islands, Venice is a pleasure to explore on foot as you get lost in the labyrinthine streets, stumbling across hidden cafes and...

Day 3: Venice

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, set off on a guided walking tour through Venice, through the fascinating streets and across the canals; a crossroads of culture where East meets West. Admire the Basilica and Piazza of San Marco next to Gothic-style Doge's Palace, the Ca...

Day 4: Venice - Florence

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, make your own way to the train station to catch the Frecciarossa high-speed train to Florence. Arrive in Florence, the heart of the Italian Renaissance, and self-transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day at your leisure to explore the city and keep enjoying the Italian cuisine in this gourmet paradise. Overnight stay in Florence.

Day 5: Florence

Breakfast at the hotel. Today head to the Historic Centre of Florence for a guided walking tour of Florence and discover the hidden secrets of the Tuscan capital. Start discovering Piazza Repubblica, one of the fanciest of the city, before heading to Loggia del Mercat...

Day 6: Florence

Breakfast at the hotel. Full day at your leisure to enjoy your last day in the city. Florence's historical centre is considered a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so why not take a stroll on your own to discover its hidden treasures. Overnight stay in Florence. * Optional ...

Day 7: Florence - Rome

Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, self-transfer to Florence Santa Maria Novella station to catch the train to Roma Termini station. Arrive in Rome, the Italian capital, and transfer to the hotel. Depending on your arrival time, the remainder of the day is...

Day 8: Rome

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, three of the main archaeological sites of the Eternal City. Learn about the history of this empire, from its birth to the gladiatorial fights in the Colosseum, and a...

Day 9: Rome

After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a day at your leisure in Rome. Perhaps visit the Vatican, trace the footsteps of the greats in the ancient streets of the old city or simply indulge in some delicious Italian ice cream. However you choose to spend your d...

Day 10: Rome - Catania

Breakfast at the hotel. Today, head to the airport to catch a short flight to Catania, on the Italian island of Sicily. Located just off the 'toe' of the 'boot' of mainland Italy, Sicily is bursting with heritage sites and is famously the home of Mount Etna! Arrive in...

Day 11: Catania

Breakfast at the hotel. Embark on a fascinating walking city tour of Catania today to explore its most emblematic sights and get to know the history of this ancient port city. Stroll through the historic center and soak up the atmosphere of one of Sicily's most charmi...

Day 12: Catania

Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure in Catania. The city is within easy reach of a variety of hiking trails around Mount Etna, so be sure to pack your walking boots if this appeals to you! Alternatively, why not discover the archaeological treasures he...

Day 13: Catania - US

Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to leave Sicily. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip. * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.

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Price per day$167
Last Updated: 11/5/2023

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Accommodation

11 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.,

Transportation & Flights

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