The rolling meadows of the Tuscan countryside and the famed Seven Hills of Rome. The soaring dome of the Duomo in Florence and the floating marvel of San Giorgio Maggiore in Venice. With the bucolic countryside and the bustling cityscape, the allures of fine food and the inspiration of fine art, this is the tour that will show you it all, offering an unmatched glimpse into the incomparable jewels of Italy.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Rome - Touching Down in the Eternal City
Today you land in regal Rome, the center of the Western world for centuries, and the heart of one of the most important civilizations in history. A private car will take you from the airport to your superlative hotel, situated in the heart of bustling Rome on the famed Via Veneto and featuring accommodations that have been earning it praise from movie stars and royalty since the 1920s. Your room features luxurious Egyptian cotton sheets, a stunning marble bathroom and a dazzling view over the Via Veneto or the hotel’s beautiful gardens.
Spend your afternoon exploring the incredible edifices and moving monuments mere steps from your hotel, like the romantic Spanish Steps and the spectacular Trevi Fountain. Or you can check out the best in Roman fashion and haute couture at the nearby Via Condotti, the home to the world’s most famous fashion houses. It is also where you'll find Caffe Greco, arguably the most famous café in the city, where literary lights like Stendhal, Goethe, Byron and Keats all stopped to enjoy a cup of coffee.
What's Included:
Day 2
Rome - The Very Best of the Roman Empire
Day 3
Rome - Touring the Seat of Saint Peter
Day 4
Montepulciano - The Rolling Hills and Charming Towns of Tuscany
Day 5
Montepulciano - Experiencing the Finest of Italy’s Renowned Cuisine
Day 6
Florence - Italy’s Wine Country and the Center of the Renaissance
Day 7
Florence - Highlights in the Queen City of Tuscany
Day 8
Florence - High Culture and High Fashion
Day 9
Venice - Exploring Saint Mark’s City
Day 10
Venice - Visiting Venice’s Famous Lagoon and Romantic Canals
Day 11
Venice - Ciao, Italia!
Trip Highlights
- Begin your adventure in mighty Rome, the site of some of the greatest architectural achievements and best-known monuments in the Western world and filled with reminders of why it is known as the Eternal City
- Tour the massive art collection at the Vatican Museums, marvel at Michelangelo’s scintillating Sistine Chapel ceiling, and enter the hallowed halls of St. Peter’s Basilica as you spend a day exploring the Holy See
- Experience all of the best in Tuscany, from fine wines to delectable food, from Renaissance towns to rolling hills, and from majestic art to magnificent scenery
- Walk the streets of Florence, one of the great art cities in the world, where the reminder of the grandeur and genius of the Renaissance is never far away, from the galleries at the Uffizi to the crowning works that fill the Academy
- Enjoy the one-of-a-kind romance of Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic and the home to some of the most beautiful sections of city in Italy, from the domes of St. Mark’s Cathedral and the puissant Doge’s Palace to the artisanal wares at Murano and Burano
Detailed Description
Italy is filled with unbelievable destinations, but few places in the country exert quite the hold on the imagination as Venice, Florence, Tuscany, and Rome. This 11-day tour will show you the best of these fantastic locales, from urban sophistication to natural splendor, and give you a glimpse into authentic life in inimitable Italy.
Walk the streets of the Caesars, marvel at the art of the Vatican, and be inspired by the unmatched art that fills the streets and city squares of Rome. Even cruise along the tranquil waters of one of Venice’s famed canals. Discover the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance at the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia of Florence, and encounter the inexpressible sumptuousness of a glass of Chianti in wine country. From medieval towns to rural villas, from the rolling hills of Tuscany to the shore of the Adriatic, you’ll experience it all.
This is a tour of Italy’s greatest hits, the best-known and best-loved cities and regions in the country, the home to famous cuisine and elegant wines, legendary leaders and monuments to the power of the human spirit. Whatever you’re looking for, wherever you’ve been, whoever you are, this is the vacation that will show you Italy in a way you’ve never imagined.
Starting Price
$5,000 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
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 Zicasso's Referral Service
4.9 stars based on 5943 reviews.
The trip was very well planned by Zicasso's travel company and all of the stops and pick-up points, cars, trains, boats, etc., were there and reliable. We had a fantastic time.
Reviewed By Jeffrey C.
I am writing to express my immense gratitude to the entire team at Zicasso’s travel partner for curating the most spectacular trip to Italy for my family. From start to finish, the level of service was beyond impeccable and truly set a new standard for what we consider luxury travel.
The planning process was an absolute pleasure. Communication was one of their greatest strengths; our contact was consistently available and responses to our questions were nearly instantaneous. This travel company made us feel like we were their only clients. They took the time to understand the different ages and interests within our family, and built a bespoke itinerary that perfectly balanced history, leisure, and unique local experiences.
This was genuine white-glove service in every sense of the word. From the moment we landed, every detail was flawlessly executed. Private drivers were waiting for us, guides were engaging and knowledgeable, and our accommodations were magnificent. We never once had to worry about a single logistic, allowing us to be fully present and enjoy our time together.
If you are looking for a travel partner that offers unparalleled personalized service and flawless execution for a trip to Italy, look no further. Thank you for giving our family memories we will cherish forever.
Reviewed By Christopher L.
My husband and I were thrilled with our recent trip to Italy that Zicasso’s travel designer put together. We began by attending a family friend’s wedding, held in Ravello, on the Amalfi Coast. Due to my husband’s mobility issues, we were met by a driver and headed to the Amalfi Coast. The driver was first class and the trip was very comfortable.
After the wedding festivities, we were able to have the most wonderful experiences visiting the towns of Amalfi and Positano, and our base for one week was in beautiful Sorrento. We attended a cooking class and enjoyed eating what we prepared. We had in-depth learning opportunities in Naples and Sorrento. Every guide we had spoke excellent English and was so knowledgeable. We especially enjoyed Pompeii! A super-fun day was had on the small group tour of Capri. The crew was fantastic and very accommodating in consideration of my husband’s mobility issues.
From beginning to end everything went well. The use of a messaging app was great for making sure everyone was on the same page.
The only thing that was a disappointment was the pizza in Naples. It wasn’t the best.
The hotel in Sorrento was phenomenal - it couldn’t have been better. The view of Mt. Vesuvius from our balcony helped create memories we will have forever. The hotel in Rome was also very nice. It was right in the middle of the main attractions.
We are very happy with our experience with this travel company and would not hesitate to recommend it!
Reviewed By Anne F.
Our trip was a family one, two grandparents over 70, two parents and one adult son, one teenage girl, and one younger girl, 12. Three of us had been to Italy while the others had not. We wanted as complete a trip as we could in 14 days, so we included all the traditional places, Venice, Florence, Rome, and Naples/Pompeii. We spent three days in each and one day in Ferrara. While it was a lot for 14 days, we did not feel rushed.
What I like about Zicasso is they give you options to pick the best fit for your trip—we worked with two other agencies before we picked Zicasso’s travel partner. This travel partner took the time to understand our needs: three hotel rooms, all different in sizes, and tours and timing. Very important was the degree of coordination before the trip with the travel agent; she was available and knowledgeable, and took the time to adjust our needs. One of the best things about this travel partner was they used a van for all the travel, except from Rome to Naples. This was a much better option than the train for seven people and baggage.
During the trip, we were met on time by every driver and every guide. The hotels were excellent and the whole trip went well. When we had a delay on the train, the driver knew it and adjusted our pick-up.
Reviewed By Fred S.
Zicasso’s travel company was wonderful in planning our trip on short notice and in line with our requests and preferences. Their suggestions of what to do and where to stay were perfect. And when we accidentally got off on the wrong island, the travel company quickly got us new ferry tickets to get to the right place. It was all seamless.
Reviewed By Sherry G.
This trip was the greatest week of our lives! Everything planned was better than I could have imagined. The private drivers being coordinated behind the scenes made the trip so easy and removed all the stress of trying to navigate a new country. Every driver and our tour guide was so nice and I feel like we made friends with all of them.
My favorite part of the trip was definitely the cooking classes and that every tour was private and intimate for my wife and I. The connections Zicasso’s travel agent hooked us up with made the trip the most memorable experience. Our travel agent and the travel company took special care of all the tiny details of the trip; our hotel knew it was my birthday and had a special surprise for me! I’m beyond thankful for the perfect honeymoon they provided my wife and I.
Reviewed By Branson S.