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Renaissance & Republic - Italy

9 days, Venice to Rome

Day 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Itinerary

Day 1Venice

Airport Transfer
Venice Marco Polo Airport – Venice
Evening Orientation Walk around Giudecca Island
Venice1h30m-1h30m

Orientation Walk in Giudecca Island - Tour leader and Expert lead
From the hotel to Chiesa del Santissimo Redentore here( A Renaissance masterpiece designed by Andrea Palladio in the 16th century), from Giudecca you get some of the best panoramic views of:
Piazza San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute;
Giudecca is famous because it combines history, Palladian architecture, unique views, and a more authentic atmosphere than central Venice.

Meals included:

Dinner

Day 2Venice

Water Taxi
Venice

Jump in and cross the water to the next stop.

Guided Walking Tour of Venice
Venice2h Morning

Discover iconic Venetian landmarks on a guided walking tour. Revel in the labyrinth like alleyways, charming bridges, and bustling squares, while gondolas glide through serene canals. Enjoy the unique ambiance of this historic city where every corner tells a story.

Visit The Home of The Human Safety Net
Venice30m-1h

A unique place, in the heart of Venice designed to be the home of a movement of people helping people and to welcome an open network of individuals, organizations and institutions committed to the issues of development and social inclusion. Free and open to all!

Visit St. Mark Basilica after hours
Venice1h-1h

An after-hours visit to St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice is one of the most profound "behind-the-scenes" experiences in Europe. Once the massive bronze doors are locked to the public and the midday crowds have vanished, the atmosphere shifts from a busy tourist site to a silent, golden sanctuary.

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 3Venice/Florence

Train
Venice – Florence2h30m255km

Climb aboard, take a seat, and enjoy the ride.

Mercato Centrale (Mercato di San Lorenzo) Visit
Florence

Pick up a purse (or several!), leatherbound journals, Florentine paper, and any off-colour David statue souvenirs you wish.

Lunch at Mercato Centrale (Mercato di San Lorenzo)
Florence1h-1h

Lunch at Mercato Centrale (Mercato di San Lorenzo)

Visit to Galleria Uffizi with an Art Historian
Florence2h-2h

visit to the Galleria degli Uffizi in Florence is not just a trip to a museum with an art historian

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch

Day 4Florence

Florence Guided Walking Tour
Florence
Your Foodie Moment: Florence Food Tour

Drink 4 amazing Tuscan wines along your journey, from Chianti Classico to Super Tuscans.
Meet the King of Cheese and savor authentic pecorino and parmigiano
Taste Italian charcuterie after uncovering Florence’s secret wine windows and a hidden, centuries-old cellar
Learn about Florence’s most famous cocktail, the negroni, and learn how to make one to perfection.
Ever heard of naked pasta? This scandalously-named dish will leave you wanting more
Learn how to spot fake gelato, and taste the real, authentic thing

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 5Florence/Tuscany

Private Vehicle
Florence – Tuscany2h-2h30m

Private Vehicle Transfer Florence to Tuscany hotel - stopping for truffle hunting experience

Visit Cucina Giuseppina in Certaldo for a Truffle Hunting Experience and lunch
Tuscany3h30m-3h30m

Choose to indulge with a sumptuous 4 courses meal with fresh truffle
Included Lunch sample
Lunch is a four courses meal served in sequence:
mix of antipasti with truffle, fresh pasta, main course and dessert.
Include soft drinks and our family wines.

Signature Moment: Experiential Stay at Castello di Gargonza

A stay at Castello di Gargonza is like being invited into a living piece of Tuscan history. Owned by the Guicciardini Corsi Salviati family, this 13th-century fortified village near Monte San Savino offers a rare blend of aristocratic heritage and authentic rural charm

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 6Tuscany

Signature Moment: Experiential Stay at Castello di Gargonza

A stay at Castello di Gargonza is like being invited into a living piece of Tuscan history. Owned by the Guicciardini Corsi Salviati family, this 13th-century fortified village near Monte San Savino offers a rare blend of aristocratic heritage and authentic rural charm

Meals included:

Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Day 7Tuscany/Rome

Vatican Museum Visit
Vatican City3h-4h

The Vatican Museums near St Peter's Basilica contain priceless works of art from ancient to modern times. There are many different museums to choose from, but two of the most well known are the Sistine Chapel and the Raphael rooms.

Minibus
Tuscany – Rome2h30m-2h30m

Private transfers Tuscany to Rome - normally Mini-van(S)

Rome Walking Tour
Rome

Meals included:

Breakfast

Day 8Rome

Signature Moment: Meet an archeologist for a private visit to Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Miranda

Stroll the ruins of the Roman Forum and enjoy a specially arranged private visit inside the Chiesa di San Lorenzo in Miranda,
formerly the Temple of Antoninus and Faustina.
Here, meet a local archaeologist who will share stories with the group, bringing these historic ruins back to life."

Colosseum guided visit
Rome

Meals included:

Breakfast | Dinner

Day 9Rome

Departure Transfer
Rome30m-1h

Private Departure Transfer with English speaking representative Rome

Meals included:

Breakfast

Renaissance & Republic - Italy

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