Italy Escape

Experience Italy's rich culture and history on this seven-day land journey through some of the nation’s most colourful cities, travelling between Rome and Venice.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Rome

Arrive in Rome, the Eternal City, and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy a Welcome Dinner tonight.

Day 2: Rome, Vatican City

Enjoy a guided tour that takes you to some of the city’s most famous sights, including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon. This afternoon, venture to Vatican City today and be immersed in a seemingly endless collection of treasures. Marvel at St Peter's Square before visiting the Vatican Museums, gazing up in awe at Michelangelo's masterpiece on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. The evening is at your leisure. Perhaps stop by the famous Spanish Steps or toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain.

Day 3: Rome, San Gimignano, Florence

Depart Rome for Florence today, stopping along the way in the incredible Tuscan town of San Gimignano. Appreciate the medieval skyline before travelling north to Florence, a city famous for its art and culture. Enjoy an evening exploring the lively streets and amazing architecture at leisure.  

Insider Experience – Wine and Dine in Tuscany

Savour a Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at Castello Vicchiomaggio. Relish dishes with seasonal flavours and sumptuous drops of regional wine.

Day 4: Florence

Begin your day with a guided tour through Florence's breathtaking streets. You may choose to join an optional tour to Pisa later to see its Leaning Tower and savour a Tuscan dinner.   

Insider Experience – Gelato Delights

Sample Florence's finest gelato at a famous local gelateria. 

Enhance Your Journey – Pisa

Pay a visit to Pisa to see the iconic Leaning Tower. Afterwards, enjoy a mouth-watering Tuscan dinner at a local restaurant. 

Day 5: Florence, Verona, Venice

Explore the beautiful city of Verona today, perhaps stopping under Juliet’s balcony to put yourself in Romeo’s shoes. Later, continue to the incomparable city of Venice. Enjoy dinner at your hotel tonight.

Day 6: Venice

Spend the morning discovering Venice, where romantic canals replace bustling streets on a guided tour. During your tour, stop and enjoy a Venetian glass-blowing demonstration. Afterwards, enjoy some time at leisure.

Day 7: Depart Venice

After breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airport for your onward flight.