Italy Culture & History Explored

From$3049USD
9 days,Venice to Rome
Trip Code: EICHD

Cruising the canals of Venice by vaporetto, encountering Renaissance glories in Florence, walking across the magnificent Tuscan countryside to a local wine tasting, savoring classic Italian gastronomic delights

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You were drawn by Europe’s art and culture to Italy—where the ancient rubs shoulders with the modern. Venice’s Doge’s Palace is impressive enough on the surface, but you’ll want to dig deeper and explore its hidden secrets. As night falls, board a vaporetto and glide through renaissance shadows and explore Venice. Indulge your senses in the Tuscan countryside famous for local wines and delicious cuisine. Continue to Rome where a simple turn of the head reveals iconic sights. Don’t let the sensual delights of this historic land remain a mystery—explore Italy’s secrets for yourself.

What's Included

  • Welcome gift - Evening vaporetto (water bus) on the Grand Canal - Secret itineraries tour of Doges Palace - Introductory language lesson - Florence central market tour - Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for a sunset view of Florence - Orientation walk of Siena - Visit to San Gimignano - Local lunch and wine tasting in Tuscany - Orientation walk in Rome - Tour of the Vatican Museums and visit to St Peters Basilica - Local aperitivi and farewell dinner.
  • 8 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner (Allow USD400-500 for meals not included.)
  • Comfort hotels (8 nts),
  • Train, boat, taxis, comfortable public bus, walking
  • Discovery Adventures guide, local guides
  • Small group experience; Max 15, Avg 10
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Places Visited
  • Italy
Day 1 Venice

Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Venice (B)

Evening vaporetto ride on the Grand Canal, secret itineraries tour of the Doge's Palace. Also take an introductory Italian language lesson.

Days 3-4 Florence (2B)

Market visit to learn about Tuscan local produce with aperitivi, evening walk to Piazzale Michelangelo for sunset over the city. Option to visit numerous museums and galleries or shopping

Days 5-6 Siena (2B,1L)

Orientation walk of Siena, day trip to San Gimignano, including countryside walk, wine tasting and local lunch.

Days 7-8 Rome (2B,1D)

Rome orientation walk, tour of Vatican Museums and visit to St Peter's Basilica, aperitivi and dinner at a local Trastevere restaurant.

Day 9 Rome (B)

Depart at any time.

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