6 days, 5 nights · Best for travelers who seek rare garden access and Renaissance villas
Gardens and Villas of Italy Deluxe Package | Vacation Packages for 2025, 2026
Experience Rome and Florence as you wander grand villas, stroll lush gardens and discover Renaissance beauty in Italy’s most elegant cities.
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Stop 1Rome, Lazio
Rome
Vatican Gardens and the monuments of the Eternal City
You arrive in Rome and settle into a premium four-star hotel within walking distance of the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and Trastevere. The first afternoon is yours to wander the cobbled lanes, and that evening your tour assistant meets you in the lobby to review the days ahead. On your second morning we arrange a guided tour of the Vatican Gardens, the sixteen-hectare park where popes have walked and prayed since the thirteenth century. Fountains, grottoes and Renaissance parterres unfold among umbrella pines and Lebanon cedars, the tour revealing spaces most visitors never see. Afterward you have time to visit the Sistine Chapel, climb to the Colosseum, or stand at the Trevi Fountain with a cup of gelato.
Arranged for you: We arrange your centrally located hotel, daily breakfast, an evening orientation with your tour assistant, and a guided tour of the Vatican Gardens.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Rome
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Private after-hours tour of the Colosseum and Forum Day Trips · Half day
Walk the arena floor and the Senate floor with your guide after the crowds leave, hearing stories of gladiators and emperors under the evening light.
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Cooking class in a Roman kitchen Day Trips · Half day
Roll fettuccine and shape gnocchi with a home cook in her apartment near Campo de' Fiori, then sit down to the meal you made.
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Private visit to a noble palazzo Day Trips · Half day
Tour frescoed salons and private chapels in a Renaissance residence still owned by the family that built it, accompanied by an art historian.
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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
Begin your Italian adventure with an independent arrival in Rome, the Eternal City. Check in at your centrally located hotel and spend the afternoon discovering world-famous attractions such as the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, or the lively Trastevere district. In the evening, meet your dedicated tour assistant who will provide all the essential information for your Italy travel itinerary. Enjoy your first night in Rome, surrounded by timeless beauty and history.
Start your day with a delicious breakfast before a rare guided tour of the Vatican Gardens, a tranquil oasis and private meditation site for Popes since 1279. Spend your afternoon exploring Rome at your own pace. Admire the grandeur of the Colosseum, stroll through the Roman Forum, marvel at the artistry of the Sistine Chapel, or simply savor a gelato by the Trevi Fountain. Return to your hotel for a delightful Italian dinner and a restful overnight stay in Rome.
Stop 2Florence, Tuscany
Florence
Renaissance villas and gardens above the Arno Valley
We drive north through Lazio and into Tuscany, stopping first at Villa Farnese in Caprarola. The pentagonal palace rises like a fortress above the town, its moat and drawbridges giving way to loggias and formal parterres. An hour north we reach Villa Lante in Bagnaia, where water descends through cascades, grottos and stone dolphins in one of Italy's most admired Renaissance water gardens. By late afternoon you arrive in Florence and check into a premium four-star hotel in the historic center.
The next morning we arrange tours of two Tuscan villas above the city. Villa Gamberaia clings to a hillside in Settignano, its clipped hedges and lemon house framing views over the Arno Valley. In the afternoon you visit Villa Peyron al Bosco di Fontelucente in the Fiesole hills, a refined country seat surrounded by olive groves and woodland paths with long sightlines toward Florence and the medieval tower of Castel di Poggio. Your final full day is free to see the Duomo's cupola, walk across the Ponte Vecchio, stand before Michelangelo's David at the Accademia, or stroll the Boboli Gardens behind Pitti Palace.
Arranged for you: We arrange private transport from Rome to Florence with stops at Villa Farnese and Villa Lante, three nights at a centrally located hotel with daily breakfast, and guided tours of Villa Gamberaia and Villa Peyron al Bosco.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Florence
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Private Uffizi tour with art historian Day Trips · Half day
Walk the gallery's long corridors with a specialist who explains Botticelli's Venus, Caravaggio's Medusa, and the Medici commissions between them.
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Wine tasting in the Chianti hills Day Trips · Full day
Visit a hillside estate where Sangiovese vines slope toward stone farmhouses, taste three vintages with the winemaker, and sit for a Tuscan lunch.
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Guided walk through the Boboli Gardens Day Trips · Half day
Stroll the Medici's baroque pleasure grounds with a landscape historian, passing grottos, fountains, and the amphitheater overlooking the city.
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Day trip to Siena and San Gimignano Day Trips · Full day
Drive south to the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo in Siena, then continue to the medieval towers of San Gimignano for gelato and city views.
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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, journey north through the picturesque landscapes of Lazio and Tuscany. Tour the magnificent Villa Farnese in Caprarola, a Renaissance masterpiece featuring fortress architecture, drawbridges, and lush gardens. Continue to Villa Lante in Bagnaia, celebrated for its breathtaking water features, fountains, and Italian Renaissance garden design. Travel onward through the Tuscan hills to Florence, where you’ll enjoy a group dinner and a relaxing night at your centrally located hotel.
Enjoy breakfast before setting out to discover two of Tuscany’s most enchanting villas. Tour the Gardens of Villa Gamberaia, a stunning blend of architecture and landscape design with sweeping views over Florence and the Arno River Valley. In the afternoon, visit Villa Peyron al Bosco di Fontelucente in the Fiesole Hills, a refined Tuscan villa nestled among olive groves and woodlands, offering breathtaking vistas of Florence and the medieval Castel di Poggio. Return to your Florence hotel for dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.
Begin your day with a classic Italian breakfast, then enjoy a full day to explore Florence, the “Cradle of the Renaissance.” Marvel at the city’s iconic landmarks, including the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and the Baptistery’s Gates of Paradise. Art lovers can visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David or the world-famous Uffizi Gallery. Relax in the Boboli Gardens or choose an optional side trip to Pisa or Lucca for more Tuscan charm. Enjoy dinner at your leisure and overnight in Florence.
Day 6
Florence
Savor your final breakfast in Florence as your unforgettable villa and gardens tour comes to an end. Depart with cherished memories of Rome’s historic sites, the exquisite gardens of Lazio and Tuscany, and the Renaissance wonders of Florence. Arrivederci Italia!
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Questions travelers ask
Where will we travel on this itinerary?
Over 6 days this journey brings you to Caprarola, Rome, Vatican, Fiesole, and Florence. Each stop is woven into the itinerary with time for the landmarks, the views, and the local flavor that make it special.
How will we get around during the vacation?
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.
What kind of traveler is this package for?
It suits travelers who want Italy arranged by experts, with guided experiences balanced by free time to explore on your own.
Can we customize this itinerary?
Absolutely. Every Trips 2 Italy itinerary is designed to inspire and can be tailored end to end, from the number of nights and hotel categories to the experiences along the way. A minimum of 2 travelers applies.
What is the best season for this itinerary?
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.