Italy Highlights by Train: Venice, Florence, Rome & Sorrento Semi-Private Tour
Description
Experience the best of Italy on this unforgettable 9-day tour through Venice, Florence, Rome, and the Amalfi Coast. Begin in Venice, the magical city of canals, with its Gothic palaces and glittering St. Mark’s Basilica. Travel by high-speed train to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance and home to Michelangelo’s masterpieces. Continue by train to the Eternal City, Rome, where ancient history and Renaissance art come to life. Then journey south to Naples and conclude your adventure on the sun-kissed Amalfi Coast, where Sorrento’s coastal charm, the ruins of Pompeii, and the island paradise of Capri offer a spectacular finale. This tour combines guided explorations with leisure time, blending art, history, and Mediterranean allure at your own pace.
HIGHLIGHTS
Venice: Discover St. Mark’s Square and its iconic monuments, then step inside St. Mark’s Basilica, the “Golden Church,” and the Doge’s Palace, a Gothic masterpiece filled with history and art.
Florence: Explore the historic center, admiring the Duomo, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery’s Gates of Paradise. Visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s David, and enjoy an exclusive Uffizi Masterclass featuring works by Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Raphael.
Rome: Experience Ancient Rome visiting the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill. Wander through the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica and marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s Baldacchino.
Sorrento: Journey to Pompeii to explore its remarkably preserved ruins. Savor the charm of Sorrento and sail across the Bay of Naples to the enchanting island of Capri, where dramatic cliffs, chic boutiques and piazzas complete your Italian odyssey.
Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking local guides during shared tours (Day 2, 4, 6, 8)
- Operated with a private English-speaking local guide (Day 7)
ACCOMMODATION:
- 8 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1 - 2 Venice
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amadeus or similar 4*
Day 3 - 4 Florence
Superior Hotel Category = Grand Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*
Day 5 - 6 Rome
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*
Day 7 - 8 Sorrento
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Miramare or similar 4*
MEALS:
- 8 Breakfasts
TRANSPORT:
- Private water taxi transfers in Venice (Day 1, 3)
- Private transfers (Day 3, 5, 7, 9)
- 2nd class tickets for the high-speed train: Venice – Florence (Day 3), Florence – Rome (Day 5), Rome – Naples (Day 7)
- Hydrofoil around Capri (Day 3)
ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:
- All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: small group tour of Venice (Day 2); group tour of Florence (Day 4); group tour of the Colosseum in Rome and the Vatican Museums (Day 6); private tour of Pompeii (Day 7); shared boat tour around Capri island (Day 8)
Excluded
- City tax not included, payable on the spot
- Visa fees
- International or domestic flights
- Drinks during meals
- Optional tours (if any)
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Tips and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Know before you go
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sunglasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.