History is filled with noble families rising in power and class, spanning time to protect one another against the outside world. This kid friendly vacation to Rome, Tuscany, and the Vatican, teaches you about Roman mythology, medieval history, masterworks of paintings and marble statues. Your custom tailored tour of Italy takes you on the noble route of a family adventure. Discover the hidden underbelly of the ancient Colosseum and learn the depths to which the food culture of the country...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Rome – Arrive to Rome
Rome is a city that embraces its past and looks towards the future. Remnants of Roman aqueducts run through the outskirts of the city. The cobblestone streets lead to hidden piazzas filled with charming tables and locals savoring the afternoon sunlight. Opulent fountains trickle with water adding ambiance and décor to expansive plazas.
When your plane lands at the airport, your private transfer awaits your arrival. Rome maintains a vibrant energy swirling around ancient ruins and historic churches. The kids marvel at the amount of history strewn about the city, saying it looks like a movie set. Sporadic palm trees grow throughout the city towering above the cobblestone lanes but beneath the attractive skyline of steeples and treasured cathedral domes.
As the sun begins to set, you stroll through the city finding Piazza Navona. The square was built in the 1st century AD and feels like a large stadium with several fountains on display. The Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, The Fountain of the Four Rivers, was erected in the 17th century representing four major rivers across four continents commemorated in marbled Greek-esque figures. The family can sit in the square indulging in some gelato from Gelateria del Teatro, and basking in the beauty of Rome.
What's Included:
Day 2
Rome – A Family Visit to the Sistine Chapel
Day 3
Rome – Introduction to Real Roman Cuisine
Day 4
Rome – A Family that Eats Together
Day 5
Florence – A Family of Castles
Day 6
Florence – Medieval Wonder of Siena
Day 7
Florence – Elements of Art
Day 8
Florence – Keeping the Family Close
Trip Highlights
- Experience Rome’s antiquity on a private VIP tour of the Colosseum and view the ruins in a new and unique way
- Discover the grandeur of the Vatican Museum on an After-Hours Tour visiting some of Western Civilizations most treasured masterpieces
- Ingratiate the family as true Romans with a guided tour taking you into the cultural flavors of the city and region in a traditional Roman neighborhood
- Enjoy a family cooking course with an Italian nonna, bringing the family into the kitchen to make everyone’s favorite pizza
- Revel in the enchantment of medieval palaces set inside the ancient ramparts of historic cities
- Inspire the family with a visit to the Uffizi Gallery, where kids and adults alike can scour the masterworks of the Renaissance in marvel
Detailed Description
Italy is known as a world of food and ancient ruins, home to Rome and Leonardo da Vinci, the Vatican and Michelangelo. It is a country filled with romance and wonder, where even kids can enjoy the majesty of the past and the splendor of art history rising all around them. Family has been and remains an important part of the culture. On your 8-day kid friendly vacation to Rome, Tuscany, and the Vatican, you will find every moment bringing your family closer together, whether strolling in a museum on a private tour or eating gelato in a quiet square. Children chase pigeons and teenagers lounge on benches near tranquil fountains with the aroma of homemade cuisine emanating from the buildings.
Your family vacation begins with your arrival in Rome. Your private transfer meets you at the airport and escorts you to a luxurious hotel in the heart of the city. Take time to stroll along the cobblestone streets and absorb the enticing aromas drifting from restaurants and gelaterias. Tour the famous, and even infamous, ruins including a VIP tour of the Colosseum.
Later in the day, you will have an After-Hours Tour of the Vatican Museum, home to Rafael’s School of Athens and, of course, the Sistine Chapel. Next, tour the neighborhood of Trastevere with your food guide, an area known for its delightful flavors and traditional Roman cuisine. With your guide, visit the less explored regions of ancient Rome where you will see a series of exquisite ruins obscured by history. You continue your exploration of the culture with a cooking course taught by a chef and traditional Italian grandmother who will pass down her secret recipes.
Then, travel northbound to Tuscany, settling in the Renaissance city of Florence, and visit two distinct palaces that will inspire the whole family. The following day, travel into the Tuscan countryside and visit the medieval town of Siena. Travel back to Florence where it is once again yours to enjoy. Visit the splendid masterworks of the Uffizi Gallery, and offer the kids a place to roam in the exquisite Boboli Gardens of the Pitti Palace. On your final morning, your private transfer meets you at the hotel and escorts the family to the Peretola Airport for your flight home.
Starting Price
$2,195 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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