6 days, 5 nights · Best for Guided introduction to Italy's Renaissance cities and northern lakes
Assisi Siena Florence Venice Verona Italian Lakes Tour | Vacation Packages for 2025, 2026
Experience Rome, Florence, Venice and Milan as art, history and iconic landscapes guide you through Italy’s most captivating cities.
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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 1Florence, Tuscany
Florence
Renaissance treasures and medieval hill towns in Tuscany
Your escorted tour begins in Rome and travels north to Assisi, where ancient walls ring the Basilica of Saint Francis and its Giotto frescoes. Continue into Tuscany for time in Siena, the medieval city built around Piazza del Campo and still home to the summer Palio horse race. Settle in Florence for two nights.
A guided morning tour covers the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of St. John with its bronze doors. The afternoon is yours to visit the Uffizi or the Accademia, or to browse the leather and paper workshops near Santa Croce.
Arranged for you: We arrange motor coach transport from Rome, guided visits in Assisi, Siena and Florence, two nights hotel, and daily breakfast.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Florence
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Half-day excursion to Pisa Day Trips · Half day
Afternoon motor coach to see the Leaning Tower, baptistery and cathedral on the Campo dei Miracoli.
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Private Uffizi tour after hours Day Trips · Half day
Early evening walk through the galleries with a guide, covering Botticelli, Caravaggio and Leonardo before the museum closes.
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Tuscan cooking class in the Chianti hills Day Trips · Half day
Morning drive to a farmhouse kitchen to make handmade pici pasta and ribollita, then lunch with estate wine.
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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
Your Italy escorted tour begins with an early morning meeting with your tour leader at a designated point in Rome. Travel by motor coach to Assisi, a charming hill town in Umbria known for its ancient walls and the Basilica of Saint Francis, home to priceless frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue. Continue into Tuscany and arrive in Siena, one of Italy’s best-preserved medieval cities, renowned for its historic Palio horse race. Enjoy time at leisure to wander the atmospheric streets, visit Piazza del Campo, admire the Palazzo Pubblico, and look up at the Torre del Mangia. In the afternoon, journey on to Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance and one of Italy’s most important art cities. Share a welcome dinner with your group and spend the night at your centrally located Florence hotel.
After breakfast, discover Florence’s Renaissance treasures on a guided sightseeing tour. Explore Piazza del Duomo, admire the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Brunelleschi’s dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery of St. John, whose bronze doors Michelangelo famously praised. The rest of the day is at your leisure: art lovers can visit the Uffizi Gallery and the Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David, while shoppers can browse Florence’s lively markets and artisan boutiques. Alternatively, opt for an afternoon excursion to Pisa to see the world-famous Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli (optional, not included). In the evening, enjoy dinner with your group and a relaxing overnight stay in Florence.
Stop 2Venice, Veneto
Venice
Canals, lagoon islands and handblown Murano glass
Travel north from Florence with a stop in Padua to see the Basilica of St. Anthony and Donatello's bronze equestrian statue. Arrive in Venice and check into your hotel on the main island. A guided walking tour takes in Piazza San Marco, the Doge's Palace exterior, and the Bridge of Sighs.
The next morning, cross the lagoon by boat to Murano. Visit a glass factory to watch artisans work molten glass into bowls and sculptures using techniques passed down for centuries. The afternoon is free for a gondola ride, mask shopping, or a Bellini at a café along the Grand Canal. Dinner and a second night in Venice.
Arranged for you: We arrange motor coach transport from Florence, guided walking tour of Venice, boat crossing and glass factory visit on Murano, two nights hotel, and daily breakfast.
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 gondola ride at sunset Day Trips · Half day
Thirty-minute float through the smaller canals of Dorsoduro or San Polo, serenaded if you wish.
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Doge's Palace and Secret Itineraries tour Day Trips · Half day
Skip-line access to the palace chambers and a walk through the hidden passageways and prison cells of the Venetian Republic.
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Cicchetti and wine tasting walk Day Trips · Half day
Evening stroll with a guide through bacari bars, sampling small plates of baccalà, sarde in saor and Veneto wines.
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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
Enjoy breakfast before departing Florence for Venice. En route, stop in Padua, one of Italy’s oldest cities, for a brief visit to the Basilica of St. Anthony, famed for its beautiful frescoes and the bronze equestrian statue of Gattamelata by Donatello. Continue to Venice, an iconic city built on water, known for its romantic canals and timeless architecture. After checking into your hotel on the main Venice Island, join a guided walking tour to see Piazza San Marco, the exterior of the Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, and the historic Prisons. Share dinner with your group and spend the night immersed in Venice’s unique atmosphere.
After breakfast, cross the Venetian lagoon by boat to the Island of Murano, world-famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Visit a local glass factory and watch skilled artisans handcraft unique Murano glass pieces using time-honored techniques. Return to Venice for a free afternoon to explore at your own pace. Perhaps enjoy a romantic gondola ride (optional), shop for Venetian masks and glass souvenirs, or relax with a classic Bellini at a café overlooking the Grand Canal. In the evening, enjoy dinner and another overnight stay at your Venice hotel.
Stop 3Milan, Lombardy
Milan
Lakes, Verona and Milan's Gothic cathedral
Depart Venice for northern Italy's lakes and mountains. Stop first in Verona, the city Shakespeare chose for Romeo and Juliet, for a brief walk through the historic center. Continue to Sirmione on Lake Garda for lunch and a stroll along the waterfront. In the afternoon, reach Lake Como for a short panoramic visit of the alpine lake and its villa-lined shore. Arrive in Milan, Italy's fashion and design capital, for the night.
After breakfast, a panoramic tour covers the Duomo, one of Europe's largest Gothic cathedrals, the glass-vaulted Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the Sforza Castle from the outside. Guided services conclude at Milan Centrale station. A complimentary transfer to Rome is available for those extending their stay.
Arranged for you: We arrange motor coach transport from Venice, panoramic visits in Verona, Sirmione, Lake Como and Milan, one night hotel, and breakfast.
Your hotel
Styles, not names. We name the property once we know your dates and your party.
Interests in Milan
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Private tour of The Last Supper Day Trips · Half day
Reserved entry to see Leonardo's fresco in the refectory of Santa Maria delle Grazie, with a guide to explain its restoration and meaning.
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La Scala opera house and museum visit Day Trips · Half day
Backstage walk through the theater, costume and set workshops, with a stop in the museum displaying Verdi manuscripts and historic playbills.
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Fashion district walking tour and aperitivo Day Trips · Half day
Afternoon stroll through the Quadrilatero della Moda, window shopping at Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga, ending with Campari at a Brera café.
Day by day in Milan
After breakfast, leave Venice and head toward Northern Italy’s most scenic destinations. Your first stop is Verona, the romantic setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, where you’ll enjoy a brief visit of the historic center. Continue to Sirmione on Lake Garda, a charming lakeside town where you’ll have free time for lunch and a stroll along the waterfront. In the afternoon, travel to Lake Como for a short panoramic visit of this stunning alpine lake, framed by elegant villas and dramatic mountains. Arrive in Milan, Italy’s fashion and design hub, for dinner with your group and an overnight stay at your hotel.
Day 6
MILAN or FREE TRANSFER TO ROME
Enjoy your final breakfast before setting out on a panoramic tour of Milan’s historic center. Admire the majestic Duomo, one of Europe’s most impressive Gothic cathedrals, see the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and view the imposing Sforza Castle from the outside. Your guided services conclude at Milan Centrale Rail Station. If you wish, you can take advantage of a complimentary transfer back to Rome, arriving in the Eternal City in the evening, an ideal option for those extending their Italy vacation.
Why plan with Trips 2 Italy?
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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
What destinations does this package visit?
Over 6 days this journey brings you to Rome, Como, Lake Como, Milan, Sirmione, Florence, and Pisa. Each stop is woven into the itinerary with time for the landmarks, the views, and the local flavor that make it special.
How is transportation handled on this trip?
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 will enjoy this itinerary most?
It suits travelers who enjoy the ease of an escorted experience, with sightseeing arranged and a group to share it with.
Can we tailor this trip to our wishes?
Yes. This sample itinerary is a starting point, and every Trips 2 Italy package is fully customizable. Your travel consultant will adjust the destinations, hotel category, pace, and experiences to fit your plans. A minimum of 2 travelers applies.
When is the best time to take this trip?
It is available all year around on request. May through September shows the lakes at their sunniest, with gardens in bloom and ferries running full schedules, while spring and fall bring softer light and thinner crowds.