Little is left to the imagination on this 12-day tour of Italy that is handcrafted to bring you as close to the country as possible. As you make your way through Rome, Florence, Venice, as well as the regions of Lazio, Tuscany, and Veneto, you will enjoy a unique balance of rural leisure and urban thrills. This tour is designed to maximize your enjoyment of this colorful corner of the Mediterranean world.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Rome – The Italian Capital
Situated at the collision point of two continents, Italy enjoys a cosmopolitan feel that will be made evident the moment you step off the plane to begin this memorable tour. After a private transfer carries you into the vibrant heart of the city center, you will have the remainder of the day to orient yourself to this colorful and charismatic setting. Just steps away from your accommodation, the famous Trevi Fountain stuns visitors with its graceful sculptures. Moreover, the Spanish Steps will lead you to one of the best views in the city.
What's Included:
Day 2
Rome – A City Within a City
Day 3
Rome – Immersed in the Ancient World
Day 4
Rome – Witnessing Nature's Fury
Day 5
Florence – Birthplace of the Renaissance
Day 6
Florence – Relaxing Day in Tuscany
Day 7
Florence – Eating through the Culinary Capital
Day 8
Castellina – Taking a Rural Turn
Day 9
Castellina – A Tuscan Love Affair
Day 10
Venice – Jewel of the Adriatic
Day 11
Venice – The City of Canals
Day 12
Venice – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Participate in the essential tradition of hurling a coin into the water of Rome's Trevi Fountain before watching a sunset from the Spanish Steps
- Witness the humbling stature of St. Peter's Basilica on a trip to the Vatican, where artistic treasures await you around every corner along with the brightly colored Swiss Guard
- Stand in the shadow of the imposing Colosseum and ponder the historical graffiti carved into its side
- Climb to the top of Mt. Vesuvius and enjoy a bird's-eye view of the countryside that was covered in ash and rock as a result of the volcano's 79 AD eruption
- Ponder the half-carved figures of Michelangelo's Prisoners on a visit to the Academia Gallery, where Renaissance artwork and talent is displayed
- Visit the abrupt cliffs and cascading villages of Italy's Cinque Terre, where the lush countryside compliments the azure of the Tyrrhenian Sea
- Indulge in a foodie tour of Florence, where the region's characteristic hospitality, famous dishes, and savory wine will be yours to enjoy
- Step into the rural bliss of the Tuscan countryside during your stay in Castellina, where stunning hilltop towns and quaint wineries are only a few short minutes away
- Amble in the footsteps of Marco Polo and Vivaldi on a journey to Venice and take in the panoramic views of the Adriatic Sea
Starting Price
$5,400 per person (excluding international flights)
What's Included
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of this Travel Agency
4.95 stars based on 607 reviews.
Zicasso’s trip coordinator and her team did a fantastic job, not only in planning the trip to meet our needs and wants, but also in personalizing it as needed. They were also available as we needed them to adjust things, such as pickups, and even made some dinner reservations for us. With our budget, they set us up in excellent hotels that fit our desire for the trip to be a wonderful anniversary getaway. Her staff were also very helpful. We would strongly recommend them for a trip to Italy!
Reviewed By Rajesh J.
Zicasso's travel consultant created the most beautiful trip to Tropea, Italy. We especially enjoyed our tour guide, our driver, and the sailboat captain. Our hotel was very helpful with accommodating us and they answered all our questions all the time.
We hope to repeat the same trip in a few years so my daughter can go with us.
Reviewed By Linda H.
It was an extremely well-planned trip, despite many changes we requested. Zicasso's travel specialists were very responsive throughout. We all thoroughly enjoyed the trip.
Reviewed By Sriram S.
The trip was great. Everything went just as planned.
Reviewed By Russell W.
Our trip was absolutely amazing and the planning done by Zicasso's travel company surpassed my expectations. The attention to detail was amazing: from excellent and punctual drivers to assistants who helped us with the water taxis in Venice to the lounge access for trains. It was truly white-glove service that made my trip seamless and allowed me to enjoy every moment because every detail was handled.
The excursions were fantastic. I especially enjoyed the cooking class at a farm in Tuscany and the Vespa tours in Rome. There was a nice mix of private excursions for the walking tours and boat rides, to a few shared excursions, such as the cooking class.
The hotels the travel company booked were chic, boutiquey Italian hotels and each had its own charm (from the former palace in Venice to the castle in Chianti), and we loved them. We would absolutely recommend to anyone booking a trip to Italy!
Reviewed By kavita A.