11 days, 10 nights · Best for First-time travelers seeking the iconic Italian trinity
The Grand Tour of Italy Package
Experience Rome, Florence and Venice as iconic art, timeless streets and romantic canals create the classic Italian adventure.
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This is a starting point. Change the nights, choose the style of hotel, add the experiences you want. Your planner takes it from there.
Stop 1Rome, Lazio
Rome
Four nights in the Eternal City
We meet you at Fiumicino and transfer you to your hotel in the historic center. On day three, a half-day guided walk winds through the Baroque heart: Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Piazza Navona. You continue by coach to St. Peter's Basilica to see Michelangelo's Pietà and the soaring nave. The fourth day remains open for the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Spanish Steps and Via Condotti, or the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, whichever suits your pace.
Rome in summer means crowds at the marquee sites, so we arrange your guided tours for early starts when light slants across the piazzas and the cobblestones are still cool. Four nights give you time to find the rhythm of the city, whether that means a long lunch in Trastevere or an evening passeggiata near the Tiber.
Arranged for you: Airport transfer, hotel for four nights, half-day guided walking and coach tour of the historic center and St. Peter's Basilica.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Rome
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Skip-the-line Colosseum and Forum with archaeologist guide Day Trips · Half day
Underground chambers, the arena floor, then the Via Sacra and Palatine Hill with a specialist in imperial Rome.
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Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel before public opening Day Trips · Half day
Private entry before the crowds, walking the Gallery of Maps, Raphael Rooms and the chapel with an art historian.
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Evening food walk in Testaccio Day Trips · Half day
Market vendors, a salumeria, a trattoria for cacio e pepe, and gelato at a third-generation gelateria.
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Day trip to Orvieto and Civita di Bagnoregio Day Trips · Full day
Private driver to the tufa clifftop towns, Orvieto's Duomo, white wine in the enotecas, and lunch overlooking the valley.
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Ancient and Old Rome Walking Tour, Skipping the line at Colosseum Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayUnlock the secrets of the Eternal City, skip the lines and step into the world of emperors, gladiators, and gods on this lively, story-filled Roman adventure.
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Full Day Rome Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DaySee Rome your way in one unforgettable day. Vatican treasures, Imperial ruins, and iconic monuments with the ease of a dedicated tour escort.
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Papal Audience in Saint Peter’s, Vatican City Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayWitness a truly unforgettable moment in Rome, attend a Papal Audience and receive the Pope’s blessing.
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Rome by Bicycles Tour with English Speaking Guide Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DaySee more of Rome with less effort, cruise past iconic landmarks on a fun, guided bike ride made for everyone.
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Rome by Night Guided Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
See Rome at its most magical, an evening stroll through illuminated fountains, grand piazzas, and ancient ruins.
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Rome by Night guided Tour with Dinner & Show Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Fall for Rome after dark. Glowing landmarks, a romantic evening stroll, and dinner with live music to seal the moment.
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Rome: The Eternal & Ancient Rome Tour Combo Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayExperience the magic of the Eternal City with a full-day tour showcasing Rome’s most iconic historical sites.
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Rome: The Eternal City Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Discover Rome’s most iconic monuments in comfort on this tour.
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Skip the Line: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Guided tours Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Skip the lines and step straight into the Vatican’s greatest masterpieces. Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica with an expert guide.
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The Ancient Rome Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators, discover the power, passion, and innovation that shaped the world in Ancient Rome.
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The Ancient Rome Walking Tour, Skipping the line at Colosseum Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Experience the ancient highlights of the Eternal City with a guided walking tour that takes you through Rome’s most iconic landmarks.
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The Christian Rome & Catacombs Tour with Hotel Pick Up Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayJourney through Rome’s spiritual heart, explore ancient basilicas, sacred relics, and the origins of Christianity in the Eternal City.
Day by day in Rome
Arrive in Rome, Italy. On your arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport you will be transferred to your hotel. Check into your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to relax and get acquainted with this ancient city.
After a good and healthy Italian Breakfast, the day begins with a Half Day guided city tour where an expert guide will take you on a pleasant stroll through the historical centre, admiring the famous Trevi Fountain, the historic Pantheon and Navona Square. Then by coach, passing alongside Castel Sant’Angelo the guide will take you to the Basilica of St. Peter where you will admire one of Michelangelo's most magnificent works of art, "la Pietà " and the interior of St. Peter's Basilica. Rest of the day at leisure to shop and enjoy more sightseeing.
Today, after breakfast you will have plenty of time to sightseen, shop, visit museums, or just relax. Here are just a few of the countless suggestions: visit the impressive Colosseum and Roman Forum, walk down the Spanish Steps and, for fashion lovers, stroll down Via Condotti, the most fashionable and elegant street facing the Spanish Steps, or find a good and unique deal in one of the many outdoor markets. For art enthusiasts, you can discover the immense treasures of the Vatican Museums and enjoy a breathtaking visit of the Sistine Chapel.
Travel by train from Rome to Florence. Check into your hotel. After, you may stroll around the historic center from where most traffic is banned. Relax and use your time at leisure to admire the city's timeless beauty.
Stop 2Florence, Tuscany
Florence
Three nights in the Renaissance capital
You travel by train from Rome to Florence (we arrange tickets and transfers at both stations). Check in, then walk the historic center where cars are banned and the marble facades catch the afternoon sun. The next morning, a half-day tour takes you by coach to Piazzale Michelangelo for the panorama over terracotta roofs and the Duomo. Return to the center for a walking tour of the Duomo complex: Giotto's bell tower, the Baptistery doors including Ghiberti's Porta del Paradiso, and the interior of the cathedral with Brunelleschi's dome overhead.
Day seven is yours for the Uffizi (Botticelli, Leonardo, Caravaggio), shopping for leather and gold on Ponte Vecchio, or a long lunch in the Oltrarno. Three nights give you time to wander the streets that still follow their medieval plan and to eat ribollita, bistecca alla fiorentina and cantucci dipped in vin santo.
Arranged for you: Train from Rome, station transfers, hotel for three nights, half-day guided tour to Piazzale Michelangelo and the Duomo complex.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Florence
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Skip-the-line Uffizi with Renaissance art specialist Day Trips · Half day
The Botticelli room, Titian's Venus of Urbino, and Caravaggio's Medusa with a guide trained in art history.
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Accademia and Michelangelo's David Day Trips · Half day
Reserved entry to see the David, the unfinished Prisoners, and the gallery's collection of Florentine Gothic altarpieces.
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Chianti wine tour with vineyard lunch Day Trips · Full day
Private driver to two estates, tastings of Sangiovese and Super Tuscans, and a four-course lunch among the vines.
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Cooking class in a Renaissance palazzo Day Trips · Half day
Market shopping with a Florentine chef, then hands-on preparation of tagliatelle, ragù and tiramisù in a historic kitchen.
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Accademia Gallery Guided Tour, Skip the Line with Advanced Reservation & Tickets Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayVisit one of the most important collections of art, including Michelangelo’s David, while skipping the long lines!
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Discovering Florence Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayDiscover the highlights of Florence on a guided walking tour that showcases the city’s most iconic sites and artistic treasures.
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Florence and Fiesole Hills Small Group Guided Sightseeing Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayFlorence’s Renaissance icons, then a breath of Tuscan air, small-group sightseeing with panoramic Fiesole views and zero big-bus chaos.
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Florence Historical Center Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayMeet Florence in a single stroll. Renaissance palazzos, landmark churches, and UNESCO beauty with stories that make it all click.
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Florence Morning Guided Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DaySee Florence’s greatest hits, Renaissance stories, iconic sights, and a surprise tasting that adds a delicious twist.
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Florence Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DayFall in love with Florence in a single day. Renaissance streets and churches, Uffizi masterpieces, and a Tuscan lunch to top it off.
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Florence, Tuscany, Cooking Class package with Typical Dinner Food and Wine · Tour in a DayImmerse yourself in the flavors of Tuscany with a hands-on cooking class at a top culinary school, where expert chefs will guide you in creating an authentic Tuscan dinner.
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Florence: Handmade Pasta Cooking Course with Lunch Food and Wine · Tour in a Day
Roll, cut, and taste Tuscany, make fresh pasta from scratch in Florence with local experts.
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Florence’s Art & Gourmet Private Walking Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Taste and explore Florence like a local. Markets, secret bakeries, historic churches, and hidden corners on a private walk through the city’s heart.
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Guided Visit of Accademia & Uffizi Gallery Skip the Line with Advanced reservation & tickets included Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
Two legendary museums, one seamless day. Skip the lines for Michelangelo’s David and Botticelli’s Birth of Venus with an expert guide.
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Guided Visit of Uffizi Gallery, Skip the Line with Advanced Reservation & Tickets Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a Day
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Horse Riding through the Tuscany Countryside guided Tour Guided Tours and Sightseeing · Tour in a DaySaddle up for an unforgettable Tuscan adventure as you spend the morning horseback riding through picturesque vineyards and olive groves surrounding a charming villa.
Day by day in Florence
After breakfast you will join your Half Day City Tour which takes you to Piazzale Michelangelo admiring the wonderful panorama of the city, one of the most fascinating in the world. Then proceed by coach through the old city centre on an outdoor guided tour of the Duomo complex, Giotto’s bell tower, the Baptistery and itsimpressive bronze doors including the famous Porta del Paradiso and visit the interior of the Cathedral and the magnificent Cupola del Brunelleschi. A short walk through the historic streets of the heart of Florence brings you to the renowned Galleria dell’Accademia where you will admire the famous David by Michelangelo and other works by the great artist. The tour ends inside the museum.
Take advantage of your last day in Florence to shop for quality leather and gold, stroll along Ponte Vecchio, famous all around the world for its jewelry shops. Art enthusiasts will have the opportunity to visit one of the most important worldwide art museums: the Uffizi Gallery, home to some of the most important masterpieces by renowned renaissance artists.
Stop 3Venice, Veneto
Venice
Three nights in the floating city
You travel by train from Florence to Venice (we arrange tickets and water taxi transfer from Santa Lucia station to your hotel). After settling in, a half-day walking tour threads the calle and bridges to St. Mark's Square, the Basilica with its Byzantine mosaics, the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs connecting palace to prisons. Day nine is open for a boat to Murano to watch a maestro work molten glass, or to Burano where lace makers still sit in the doorways of painted houses. You might also visit the Gallerie dell'Accademia, the Guggenheim, or the Rialto market for morning seafood.
Three nights let you see Venice at different hours: the vaporetti at dawn, the bacari at aperitivo time, the quiet campi after the day visitors have left. August heat concentrates on the stones, so we schedule your guided time for early or late and leave the middle of the day for a spritz in the shade.
Arranged for you: Train from Florence, water taxi transfer, hotel for three nights, half-day guided walking tour of St. Mark's and the historic center.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Venice
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Private boat tour of the lagoon islands Day Trips · Half day
Murano glassblowing demonstration, Burano's lace workshops and painted fishermen's houses, and Torcello's Byzantine mosaics.
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Doge's Palace secret itineraries tour Day Trips · Half day
Reserved access to the hidden chambers, Casanova's prison cell, the torture room, and the attic passageways above the Golden Staircase.
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Cicchetti and wine walk in Cannaregio Day Trips · Half day
Four bacari for small plates (baccalà mantecato, sarde in saor, polpette), local wines, and stories of Venetian food traditions.
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Private gondola ride at sunset Day Trips · Half day
Your gondola and gondolier for a half-hour glide through the side canals and under the bridges as the light softens.
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Ca’ Rezonico, the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica Shore Excursions · Tour in a DayImmerse yourself in the rich history and breathtaking beauty of Venice on this 5-hour tour, where you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, and Ca’ Rezzonico.
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Doge’s Palace and Gondola Ride Shore Excursions · Tour in a Day -
Murano and Burano Shore Excursions · Tour in a DayThis 4-hour tour gives you an up close and personal look at the stunning glass factories of Murano Island, as well as a tour of the brightly painted houses on Burano Island.
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San Giorgio, Murano Glass Factory and Gondola Ride Shore Excursions · Tour in a DayThis 5-hour tour allows you to explore a working Murano glass factory, takes you through stunning San Giorgio and lets you relax and unwind with a magical gondola ride through the canals of Venice.
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Tour Venice by Gondola Shore Excursions · Tour in a DayExperience Venice in the most iconic way, gliding through its enchanting canals aboard a traditional gondola.
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Venetian Costumes Tour Shore Excursions · Tour in a Day
Uncover Venice’s most elegant legacy, where master tailors, lavish fabrics, and palace-ready fashion shaped centuries of style.
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Venetian Lagoon Cruise Shore Excursions · Tour in a Day
See Venice the way it was meant to be seen, by water, gliding through the lagoon with postcard views at every turn.
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Venice and Jewish Ghetto Shore Excursions · Tour in a DayStep into Venice beyond the postcards. Discover the Jewish Ghetto’s living history, vibrant squares, and authentic neighborhood soul.
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Venice with Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Cathedral Shore Excursions · Tour in a DayFor travelers eager to experience Venice’s top sights, this 6-hour guided tour provides exclusive access to two of the city’s most iconic landmarks.
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Walking Tour of Venice Shore Excursions · Tour in a Day
Wander Venice’s legendary squares and secret lanes on a relaxed 4-hour walk filled with bridges, beauty, and unforgettable stories.
Day by day in Venice
Travel by train from Florence to Venice. Check into your hotel. After enjoy a Half Day guided walking tour of Venice. Strolling through the narrow typical streets, the tour takes you into the historical center of the city and its magnificent monuments: St. Mark’s Square, St. Mark’s Basilica, the Ducal Palace, the Prisons and the Bridge of Sighs. Rest of the day at leisure to shop and enjoy a meal of fresh seafood.
After breakfast, you may take an excursion to Murano Island and visit a Glass workshop learning how the Local Artisans create a piece of Glass art, or visit picturesque Burano Island renowned for its lace making; you can also discover on your own the secrets of Venice, visit the Fine Art Academy, the Guggenheim Museum, the old markets or enjoy a walk across the Rialto Bridge.
After breakfast you will have time to enjoy this romantic city. Wander around its tiny "calle" (streets) where you are sure to discover the many hiden treasures of this mysterious and enchanting city.
Day 11
Return Flight
Transfer to Venice airport for your return flight home.
Why plan with Trips 2 Italy?
Designed around you by Italian-born planners
Guides, drivers and boats for your party alone
Hand-selected hotels in every destination
Local English-speaking guides who know their city
Met at the airport, private transfers throughout
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Questions travelers ask
Which places are included in this vacation package?
Over 11 days this journey brings you to Rome, Florence, and Venice. Each stop is woven into the itinerary with time for the landmarks, the views, and the local flavor that make it special.
Is transportation arranged for us?
Transportation is arranged as part of the itinerary, with comfortable train segments between the cities and vehicle transfers where they serve you best. Every connection is planned for you, so you can focus on the scenery instead of the logistics.
Who is this trip designed for?
It suits travelers who want Italy arranged by experts, with guided experiences balanced by free time to explore on your own.
Can the itinerary or hotels be adjusted?
Yes. Nothing here is fixed. Your travel consultant can add nights, change hotel categories, or swap experiences so the trip matches your wishes and your budget of time. A minimum of 2 travelers applies.
What time of year should we plan this vacation?
The package is available all year around on request. Spring and fall offer mild walking weather and lighter crowds at the major sights, summer brings long lively evenings, and winter rewards travelers with quieter museums and festive streets.