From the villages of the Cinque Terre to Tuscany’s medieval splendour, this is an adventure for those looking to indulge in all of Italy’s delights. Walk through grand piazzas and winding lanes, stroll the canals of Venice, and float past villas on Lake Como. Marvel at the ancient grandeur of Rome and the Renaissance masterpieces of Florence. Your expert local tour guide will take care of the details so you can travel at a leisurely pace and appreciate the scenery, whether it’s sipping vino in Tuscany or sampling local delicacies within the walls of charming Montepulciano. Experience the best of Italy in this all-encompassing tour.

Please note*Travel dates are subject to request and rates fluctuate due to availability and rate of exchange.

* Please note flights are not included, but we can assist to add on.

Itinerary: Rome, Montepulciano, Florence, Cinque Terre, Lake Como, Venice

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Return airport transfers

13 nights accommodation in hotels

13 Breakfasts, 1 lunch

Guided tours with Group Leader

HIGHLIGHTS:

Experience medieval and Renaissance delights

Discover a passion for regional wines and Italian cuisine

Savour the sea views and Tuscan hills

Explore the elegant countryside of Lake Como by boat

Wander over the canals and bridges of Venice

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

Rome

– Borghese Gallery (25EUR per person)
– Colosseum Visit (24EUR per person)
– Rome Vintage Vespa Tour
– Bike Rental

Vatican City

– Vatican City Visit (Free)
– Sistine Chapel (20-25EUR per person)

Montepulciano

– Piazza Grande Visit
– Montepulciano Wine Tour

Bagni San Filippo

– Bagni San Filippo Thermal Springs

Florence

– Il Duomo di Firenze Visit (Free)
– Ponte Vecchio Visit
– David (Galleria dell’Accademia) Visit (22.50-26.50EUR per person)
– Medici Chapels Visit (9-32EUR per person)
– Pitti Palace – Palatine Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art (17.75EUR per person)
– Uffizi Gallery Visit (25EUR per person)
– National Museum of Bargello (15.75EUR per person)
– Florence Food Tour

Siena

– Chianti Wine Tasting (20EUR per person)
– Il Campo Visit
– Duomo di Siena (4EUR per person)
– Torre del Mangia Visit (8EUR per person)

Como

– Como Cathedral (Free)

Piazza San Marco

– Saint Mark’s Square and Basilica Visit (Free)

Venice

– Venice Food Tour
– Doge’s Palace (Palazzo Ducale) Visit (17EUR per person)
– Gondola Ride (80EUR per group)
– Campanile San Marco Lookout (8EUR per person)
– Scuola Grande di San Rocco (10EUR per person)
– Guggenheim Museum Visit (15EUR per person)
– Gallerie dell’Accademia (12EUR per person)

Murano

– Murano and Burano Islands Visit (20EUR per person)

IMPORTANT NOTE:

LOCAL GUIDES
It is important to note that in Ultimate Italy, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services such as post offices and laundromats, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places.

RESERVE TICKETS IN ADVANCE
If you wish to visit popular museums such as the Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel) and Villa Borghese in Rome, or the Uffizi and Accademia Galleries in Florence, we strongly advise reserving tickets in advance to avoid waiting in line for a long time (especially during the high season from May-September, where this can take several hours). Tickets can be reserved online through sites like https://www.weekendinitaly.com/en/rome and https://www.weekendinitaly.com/en/florence.

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE
During high season in Ultimate Italy (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.

Please note: That day 1 is an arrival day and has activities have been planned on this day. Upon arrival to the city on day 1 (or earlier if you have booked pre-accommodation with us), please make your way to the joining hotel (note that check-in time will be in the afternoon). The Ultimate Italy Tour will start on the 1 day.

PACKAGE EXCLUDES:

All Items of a personal nature. Flights, Meals not mentioned. Medical and Travel insurance

Prices are from a starting price per person sharing, subject to change, currency fluctuations and availability. The exact amount will be confirmed at the time of booking. Advance purchase, peak or high season surcharges, block out periods and minimum stay conditions may apply. Group rates available on request.

For more enquiries please contact your personal travel agent or complete enquiry form on the home page. We will call you back to discuss what you have in mind.