Name: Art Capitals of Italy Tour
Brand: Zicasso
Price: 448 USD
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The Birth of Venus by Sandro Botticell at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy

What to expect on this itinerary

From shore to shore, your 8-day Italy trip around the art capitals shows a country filled with masterpieces. The immaculate statues of Michelangelo and the soaring grandeur of the Duomo of Florence, the gorgeous scenery and grand basilica at Assisi and the charming streets of Padua, the graceful domes of Saint Mark’s Basilica and the intricate glasswork of Murano, all highlight classical inspiration and timeless beauty when in Italy.

Countries Visited

Italy

Places Visited

Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua, Venice, Murano

Suggested Duration

8 Days

Day 1 - 2

Florence - Landing in Rome, Turning to Tuscany

After landing on the outskirts of the Eternal City of Rome, a private driver will take you from the airport and transport you to Assisi, the home of one of Catholicism’s most beloved saints and the birthplace of the Franciscans. The town is dominated by the impressive expanse of the incredible Basilica di San Francesco. Take in the incredible Gothic interior of the Upper Church and the impressive portico before marveling at the simply spectacular nave.

Continue to Siena, whose historic city center is a World Heritage Site, riddled with winding cobblestone lanes and fringed with a number of impressive structures, like the Santa Maria Church and the Torre del Mangia that juts dramatically within the city’s skyline. The interior of the Siena Cathedral is gilt with gold and crowned with glory. The day ends in Florence, the capital of Tuscany, where you can settle in for the evening.

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Day 3 - 4

Florence - Hitting the Highlights in the Center of the Renaissance

Today begins at perhaps Florence's most famous spot, as you take in the green, red and white marble that decorates the front and the towering dome of brilliant Brunelleschi that captivates the eyes as it looks upon the famed Santa Maria del Fiore, better known as the Duomo of Florence.

You can marvel at the incredible size of the interior and in the amazing construction techniques that helped make the cathedral’s dome a marvel of Renaissance engineering. Then climb to the top of Giotto’s brightly-colored bell tower to get a view over the dome of the Duomo, the city of Florence, and the brilliant stretch of Tuscany beyond. The tour of Florence continues in the halls of the city’s famed Accademia. Make your way past the masterworks of lesser lights and find Michelangelo's statue of David.

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Day 5 - 6

Venice - Across Northern Italy to the Queen of the Adriatic

Make your way east across the spectacular scenery of Northern Italy as you turn to the shores of the Adriatic, bound for the City of Canals, romantic and resplendent Venice. While on your way to Venice, you’ll stop by the charming town of Padua. You’ll can visit the Romanesque masterpiece that is the Basilica of Saint Anthony of Padua, a major pilgrimage site for Christians seeking to appeal to the patron saint of lost things.

Reach the shores of the sea and wind your path along the waterways of enchanting Venice, your final stop in this unforgettable excursion through the great art capitals of Italy. Cruise the Grand Canal and take in the sites on board a private water taxi, or catch a seat on the edge of the Piazza San Marco before reaching your accommodations for the evening.

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Day 7

Venice - The Fine Art and Skilled Artisans of Venice

Make your way around the major sites of the city, taking in the impressive churches and the imposing political buildings that reflect the past might and glory. Marvel at the stunning mosaics and the opulent architecture of Saint Mark’s Basilica, one of the most iconic sites in the city and the home to a wide array of impressive art and important artifacts. Visit the Doge’s Palace right next door and learn about the history of the Venetian city-state, ruled by the Doge for centuries.

Head across the lagoon to visit some of the lesser-known parts of Venice, the home to highly skilled artists and artisans that are producing some of the finest wares in the country. Visit a glassblower or glass-making factory on the famous shores of Murano – where you can take home a relic of this most famous of Venetian trades – or make your way through the brightly-colored homes of Burano, where you’ll find intricate, delicate, and beautiful lace.

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Day 8

Venice - Ending Your Tour or Continuing On

Trip Highlights

Immerse yourself in some of the most charming and alluring towns of Tuscany, from the dramatic setting of the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi to the remarkable medieval city center of Siena
Wind your way through the streets of Florence and marvel at some of the great works of the Italian masters, from the statues of Michelangelo that fills the Accademia to the unforgettable dome that crowns the city’s renowned Duomo
Visit the oft-overlooked city of Padua, the home to the gorgeous and religiously important Basilica of Saint Anthony, before continuing on to Italy’s eastern shores and the canals of the romantic city of Venice
Explore the piazzas and stroll along the waterways of the famed Floating City, from the iconic Piazza San Marco to the Rialto Bridge
Visit with artisans along the Venetian islands to see how glass or lace are made

Starting Price

$3,600 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.

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Art Capitals of Italy Tour

What to expect on this itinerary

Countries Visited

Places Visited

Suggested Duration

Customizable Itinerary

Florence - Landing in Rome, Turning to Tuscany

Florence - Hitting the Highlights in the Center of the Renaissance

Venice - Across Northern Italy to the Queen of the Adriatic

Venice - The Fine Art and Skilled Artisans of Venice

Venice - Ending Your Tour or Continuing On

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