Benvenuti in Italia! Upon arrival at Rome Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, explore the Eternal City independently with your included Hop-On Hop-Off panoramic bus ticket. Marvel at iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum, Piazza Venezia, and St. Peter’s Square while listening to fascinating commentary available in multiple languages. Enjoy the rhythm of Rome its grand architecture, cobblestoned piazzas, and cafés alive with conversation. Tonight, perhaps enjoy a glass of wine at a local trattoria and soak in the city’s timeless charm. Overnight in Rome.

After breakfast, depart by luxury coach through Umbria’s rolling hills to Assisi, the serene hometown of Saint Francis. Walk along medieval streets to visit the Basilica of St. Francis, adorned with frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue. Continue toward Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and Gothic Cathedral. After lunch at leisure, journey into Tuscany, where vineyards and cypress-lined roads lead you to Florence the city of art and the birthplace of the Renaissance. Check in and unwind in your hotel before dinner on your own. Overnight in Florence. (B, L)

Begin your day with a guided walking tour through Florence, the cultural heart of Italy. Visit the Duomo, crowned by Brunelleschi’s magnificent dome, and admire Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery of St. John. Stroll across Piazza della Signoria, where sculptures stand as open-air masterpieces. Enjoy a local food experience, sampling regional delicacies paired with Chianti wine. The afternoon is free to wander the boutiques along the Ponte Vecchio or explore the Uffizi Gallery at your own pace. As the sun sets over the Arno River, Florence’s golden light will make you understand why this city has inspired artists for centuries. Overnight in Florence. (B, L)

After breakfast, journey north to Bologna, a lively university city known for its terracotta rooftops, rich cuisine, and medieval towers. Stroll through Piazza Maggiore and admire San Petronio Basilica and Palazzo del Podestà. Enjoy free time to taste local specialties such as mortadella or fresh tortellini before continuing to Venice. Upon arrival, cross the Venetian Lagoon and check in to your hotel. This evening, you may choose to enjoy a sunset walk or an optional gondola ride through the city’s enchanting canals. Overnight in Venice. (B)

Wake to the sound of softly lapping water you are in one of the world’s most romantic cities. After breakfast, meet your local guide and begin exploring Piazza San Marco, the “drawing room of Europe.” Admire the majestic Basilica di San Marco, then walk to the Doge’s Palace and the legendary Bridge of Sighs. Later, indulge in a local food experience, enjoying a glass of prosecco with cicchetti Venice’s take on tapas in a traditional bacaro. The afternoon is yours to explore artisan shops, visit Murano’s glass studios, or simply watch gondolas drift beneath ornate bridges. Overnight in Venice. (B, L)

After breakfast, travel through the lush landscapes of Tuscany toward Montepulciano, famed for its Vino Nobile. Wander through cobblestoned streets lined with wine cellars and medieval palaces. Enjoy a traditional Tuscan lunch in a rustic trattoria, paired with a glass of fine local wine. The flavours olive oil, pecorino cheese, and Chianti embody Tuscany’s soul. Later, rejoin your coach and return to Rome, reflecting on the beauty and flavour of your Italian journey. Overnight in Rome. (B, L)

After breakfast, join your “Skip-the-Line” guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Admire Michelangelo’s frescoes, the grandeur of Bernini’s colonnades, and centuries of sacred art. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to shop along Via Condotti, sip espresso near the Spanish Steps, or revisit your favourite Roman landmarks. Overnight in Rome. (B)

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Your journey through Italy’s most iconic cities has come to an end, but the romance, history, and flavours will stay with you forever. Arrivederci Italia! (B)