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Italian Treasures
Operated by Globus
Tripcode: LK
Overview
Destination:
Italy,
Start:Rome, Italy
Finish:Rome, Italy
Finish:Rome, Italy
Duration:11 days
Type:Group tour (max 24)
Travel Period
April 2025 - October 2025
“Wherefore art thou, Romeo?” Who can resist uttering these words in medieval Verona, the romantic setting for Shakespeare’s tragic love story? But thoughts will soon turn from romance to Roman ruins, medieval towns, floating cities, and gastronomic delights. All of these treasures and more are right here on this sparkling tour of Italy. Filled with the country’s famous jewels and hidden gems, this dazzling tour leads you from Rome to Venice and back again, with time in the sultry Italian Riviera, vineyard-dotted Tuscany, and picturesque Umbria, Tuscany’s “gentler sister.”
Savour a boat ride along the dramatic Cinque Terre coastline with its pastel-hued fishing villages, stroll through the serene streets of Assisi, and sip Chianti in a Tuscan cantina. Michelangelo’s David, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and the perfectly preserved medieval town of San Gimignano are more reasons this tour of Italy truly shines. Including complimentary YourChoice Activity in Florence to make the most of your stay.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
- PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Florence so you can plan your day your way.
- For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded
Savour a boat ride along the dramatic Cinque Terre coastline with its pastel-hued fishing villages, stroll through the serene streets of Assisi, and sip Chianti in a Tuscan cantina. Michelangelo’s David, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and the perfectly preserved medieval town of San Gimignano are more reasons this tour of Italy truly shines. Including complimentary YourChoice Activity in Florence to make the most of your stay.
Traveller Notes
- We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect holiday—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
- PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Florence so you can plan your day your way.
- For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded
Standard inclusions
- 10 breakfasts.
- 4 dinners.
Itinerary
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Collapse allDay 1 - ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY
Welcome to Rome!
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2 - ROME
Italian Treasures
ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Visit St. Peter's Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo's Pieta, the Colosseum, and see the Roman Forum. Free time late afternoon and evening. * (B)
* For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
LEGENDARY LIVES Stand in awe and wonder amid one of mankind's greatest artistic achievements in the Sistine Chapel. Hear how in 1508, a young Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II to decorate the chapel's ceiling - a request not welcomed by the 33-year-old sculptor. Michelangelo's 4-year project was indeed one of physical pain and psychological distress, while painting from scaffolds high above the sanctuary floor. Nevertheless, he created what is considered the most famous ceiling in the world, depicting the Creation of Adam in striking fresco style.
Day 3 - ROME-LUCCA
Roman Rulers
LUCCA Enjoy an orientation walk, followed by free time. (B) 217 mi/ 350 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURAL GEMS Within the walls surrounding the medieval city of Lucca, the modern world fades away. Whilst you walk, see the Piazza Anfiteatro, San Michele Square, the Roman Amphitheatre, the soaring clock tower, and the Guinigi Tower topped with a hanging garden roof - just to name a few of the impressive sights you'll find in this historic city in Tuscany.
Day 4 - LUCCA-LA SPEZIA-EXCURSION TO CINQUE TERRE & PISA
The Italian Riviera
Depart for a scenic drive en route to La Spezia.
CINQUE TERRE [LF] Take a guided boat ride (weather permitting) to Monterosso, with free time before boarding your train for La Spezia.
PISA See the Leaning Tower en route back to Lucca. (B,D) 155 mi/ 250 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
EPIC RIDE Take a stunning cruise on the coast of Cinque Terre and take in fascinating views of the sea, sky, and centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline.
Day 5 - LUCCA-SAN GIMIGNANO-VERRAZZANO CASTLE-FLORENCE
Tuscany's Terra Bella
SAN GIMIGNANO Take an orientation walk with free time for lunch.
VERRAZZANO Enjoy [LF] wine tasting with local specialties. (B) 186 mi / 300 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
LOCAL TASTES Visit the Castle of Verrazzano's winery in the heart of the Chianti Classico area, birthplace of Giovanni da Verrazzano, the first European to see New York bay. Taste the tradition of winemaking with regional specialties, enjoyed in the vineyards of this beautiful landscape for centuries.
Day 6 - FLORENCE
Spend your day your way in Florence.
FLORENCE Guided sightseeing includes sights of the main landmarks such as the Baptistry's heavy bronze "Gates of Paradise," and Signoria Square. Explore more of Florence with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
TAKE YOUR PICK
BOTANICAL ART & APERITIVO: Discover Boboli Gardens, one of the oldest Italian gardens and a model for many gardens throughout Europe. Explore its fascinating history, impressive sculptures and fountains, and beautifully designed botany featuring a stunning array of citrus, roses, camelias, green tunnels made of oak trees, and gigantic ancient trees. Follow your Local Guide for a walk in the San Frediano district, a historic quarter located in the Oltrarno district. Experience traditional life in Florence with an aperitivo in a local bar.
OR:
FLORENTINE FARE: Step back in time on a captivating tour through Florence's historic streets. Taste authentic Florentine treats, from stuffed schiacciata to refreshing pappa al pomodoro. Savor gelato at the famous Vivoli and discover artisan perfumes near Santa Croce. End your journey with a glass of wine from a historic "buchetta" (wine window) to celebrate the age-old culinary traditions of Italy. (B)
Day 7 - FLORENCE-VERONA-VENICE ISLAND
Ladies & Gentlemen of Verona
VERONA An orientation walk includes Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra to admire the Arena. Free time for lunch before continuing to Venice.
VENICE ISLAND Take a private boat ride on the canals (B) 242 mi / 390 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
CULTURE & TRADITION Stroll through the grand piazzas of Verona, where the tradition of La Passeggiata (leisurely stroll) is alive and well near the site of the ancient forum. Where fruits, vegetables, and spices once filled the market squares, now eateries and shops share the space with the ancient arts of sumptuous fountains, monuments, architecture, and people-watching.
Day 8 - VENICE ISLAND
Benvenuti a Venezia
VENICE ISLAND A guided walking tour to see St. Mark's Square and Basilica, Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs, followed by a glassblowing demonstration. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
HISTORIC SPOT Locals simply call Piazza San Marco "la piazza." As paired with the smaller Piazzetta, it forms the social, religious, and political hub of Venice, which Napoleon called "the drawing room of Europe." St. Mark's Basilica dominates the square, offering visitors a spectacular view of the great arches, marble embellishments, and the Romanesque carvings of its facade. Also gracing the square is Doge's Palace - a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. The enclosed Bridge of Sighs, connecting the palace with the prison, is named for the prisoners breathing in their last view of the Rio di Palazzo on their walk to the prison's interrogation rooms.
Day 9 - VENICE ISLAND-ASSISI
Medieval Marvels
Scenic drive through the Apennine Mountains en route to Assisi.
ASSISI Guided walking tour includes St. Clare's Church and St. Francis' Basilica. (B,D) 267 mi / 430 km
TOUR HIGHLIGHT
ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Walk in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi with a visit to the Basilica named after the deacon, friar, and mystic, who became one of the most venerated religious figures in Christianity. Revered for his love of the Eucharist and the Earth, Francis found communion with God through nature here in this Italian village where he lived and died. Marvel at the magnificent frescoes by Italian master Giotto that adorn the Basilica where the Saint is buried.
Day 10 - ASSISI-ORVIETO-ROME
Parting is Sweet Sorrow
ORVIETO Enjoy a [LF] local pastries tasting at renowned Caffe Montanucci, a historic Pasticceria. An orientation walk includes the cathedral with free time to visit San Brizio Chapel.
ROME Join in a farewell dinner at a local restaurant (B,D) 137 mi/ 220 km
LOCAL FAVOURITE
LOCAL TASTES The historic Pasticceria of Caffe Montanucci has been open every morning for 100 years, delighting the sweet tooths of pastry lovers in the heart of Orvieto. Only the Municipality, the Bank, the Church can claim the same, earning "the old bar" the status of institution in the old city. While the world has changed in many ways over the century, the important things have remained the same at the caffe - a haven where generations of guests rely on its traditional coffee, cappuccino, semolina cake, pastry ice cream, and chocolates to win their hearts every time.
Day 11 - ROME
Safe travels until we meet again!
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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Operator
Globus
At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.
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