Epic Italian Cities: Rome, Florence, and Venice in 5 Days

🇮🇹 Day 1: Rome

• Airport transfer to hotel
• Introduction to Rome via transfer to Via Cavour
• Evening free time for dinner at various restaurants

Important Notes:

• Hotel check-in is typically at 2:00 PM
• Early check-in requires booking an additional night
• Guide contact begins with included activities
• Reception has staff contact information
• All schedules are subject to adjustment by the guide
• Various cuisine options available: Italian, Indian, Chinese, international

🇮🇹 Day 2: Rome

• 3.5-hour panoramic tour with local guide including:
  • Arch of Constantine
  • Colosseum (exterior)
  • Imperial Forums
  • Piazza Venezia
  • Circus Maximus
  • Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin
  • Republican Temples
  • Baths of Caracalla
  • Aurelian Walls
  • Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
  • Archbasilica of St. John Lateran
  • Minor Basilica of Saint Mary in Domnica
  • Pyramid of Cestius
  • San Paolo Gate
  • Tiber Island
  • Lungotevere Avenue
  • Jewish Synagogue
  • Castel Sant’Angelo
• The tour ends at Vatican City
• Optional Vatican Museums, St. Peter’s Basilica, and Sistine Chapel visit
• Evening visit to the Trastevere area
• Return to hotel

Important Notes:

• Tour includes headphones
• Free afternoon after Vatican City
• Trastevere offers various dining options, including Italian, Indian, and Chinese cuisine

🇮🇹 Day 3: Rome, Florence

• Morning departure from Rome through Tiber Valley
• Arrival at Piazzale Michelangelo’s viewpoint
• 2.5-hour walking tour including:
  • Duomo
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Straw Market
  • Piazza della Repubblica
  • Palazzo Vecchio
• Free afternoon for markets and museums
• Evening free for dinner

Important Notes:

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
• The route passes through the Apennine Mountains and Tuscan vineyards
• Various dining options are available for local and international cuisine

🇮🇹 Day 4: Florence, Venice

• Morning departure from Florence
• Arrival at Venice Tronchetto terminal
• Boat ride across Giudecca Canal
• Guided tour of St. Mark’s Square
• Visit Murano Glass Factory with a glassmaking demonstration
• Free afternoon for exploration
• Evening return to the mainland

Important Notes:

• The route crosses the Apennines and Po Valley
• Afternoon free for independent exploration
• Glass-making demonstration included

🇮🇹 Day 5: Venice

• End of the journey after breakfast

Important Notes:

• Hotel check-out is at 10:00 AM
• Luggage can be stored at reception after check-out
• Extra night booking is recommended if late check-out is needed