Rome, Tuscany & Venice Vacation
See the lovely diversity in three regions of Italy
Enjoy 8 or 10 nights exploring the most incredible parts of Italy including Rome, Tuscany and Venice with comfortable accommodations along the way!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Rome (FCO), out of Venice (VCE)
- Hertz Manual intermediate car
- 2 nights in Rome area at Hotel Roma Aurelia Antica or similar, with breakfast
- 4 nights in Tuscany at Fattoria degli Usignoli (2 bedroom apartment) or similar, without breakfast
- 2 nights in Treviso at Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, with breakfast
Great Ways to Explore
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Enjoy a gondola ride in Italy's sinking city.
- Treat yourself to a wine tasting in Tuscany, and learn about the process from grape to glass.
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Imagine the Colosseum as it was in its prime; the crowd, the excitement, the danger.
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Discover the staple dishes in each region; try white pizza in Rome, pasta faglioli in Tuscany, and risi e bisi (rice and peas) in Venice.
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Experience firsthand Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling, now on display at the Vatican Museums in Vatican city.
Begin in the charming city of Rome, where ancient wonders await. Visit the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, and more!
Enjoy four nights in Tuscany; take advantage of your hotel’s breathtaking countryside backdrop by venturing to any of its neighboring cities including Pisa and Lucca.
Your final two nights will be in the Treviso area at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese, a 4-star hotel dating back to the 19th century. This hotel makes a great base to visit Venice's celebrated sightseeing including St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal and Doge's Palace.
*Please note: In Italy, certain car categories will incur an additional drop-off fee when returning to a different location within the same city. Drop-off surcharges will apply to all categories when returning to a different city. These fees vary based on the category of car rental and the drop-off location and are required to be paid on-site at the time of rental.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $125 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- Rome City Hop-on/Hop-off Tour (24-hour)
- Wine Tasting at Castello di Meleto
- Wine Tasting at Fattoria San Michele
- Wine Tasting and lunch at Tenuta Torciano
- Round-trip economy class airfare into Rome (FCO), out of Venice (VCE)
- Hertz Manual intermediate car
- 2 nights in Rome area at Hotel Roma Aurelia Antica or similar, with breakfast
- 4 nights in Tuscany at Fattoria degli Usignoli (2 bedroom apartment) or similar, without breakfast
- 2 nights in Treviso at Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, with breakfast
-
Enjoy a gondola ride in Italy's sinking city.
- Treat yourself to a wine tasting in Tuscany, and learn about the process from grape to glass.
-
Imagine the Colosseum as it was in its prime; the crowd, the excitement, the danger.
-
Discover the staple dishes in each region; try white pizza in Rome, pasta faglioli in Tuscany, and risi e bisi (rice and peas) in Venice.
-
Experience firsthand Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling, now on display at the Vatican Museums in Vatican city.
Begin in the charming city of Rome, where ancient wonders await. Visit the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, Vatican City, and more!
Enjoy four nights in Tuscany; take advantage of your hotel’s breathtaking countryside backdrop by venturing to any of its neighboring cities including Pisa and Lucca.
Your final two nights will be in the Treviso area at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese, a 4-star hotel dating back to the 19th century. This hotel makes a great base to visit Venice's celebrated sightseeing including St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal and Doge's Palace.
*Please note: In Italy, certain car categories will incur an additional drop-off fee when returning to a different location within the same city. Drop-off surcharges will apply to all categories when returning to a different city. These fees vary based on the category of car rental and the drop-off location and are required to be paid on-site at the time of rental.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Enhance your vacation with:
For $125 per person, add the following to your vacation:
- Rome City Hop-on/Hop-off Tour (24-hour)
- Wine Tasting at Castello di Meleto
- Wine Tasting at Fattoria San Michele
- Wine Tasting and lunch at Tenuta Torciano
Day 1. Welcome to Rome!
Arrive in Rome and collect your rental car. Take off to your first destination. Once you get settled, start exploring Rome!
Visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon. You'll be able to stop by the iconic Trevi Fountain to throw a coin in and make a wish!
Escape the hustle and bustle of Rome at Hotel Roma Aurelia Antica, located approximately five miles away from St. Peter’s Square, Castel Sant’Angelo and the Vatican. From the outside, this hotel draws guests in with its eye-popping murals painted on the several panels of the hotel. Each of the 280 smartly decorated rooms are equipped with bright large windows, individually controlled air conditioning, free WiFi and more. Enjoy a relaxing meal at La Sughereta restaurant and take a dip at the outdoor swimming pool, surrounded by Mediterranean woodlands.Â
Located close to the GRA and in the bustling EUR district, Hotel Cristoforo Colombo's renovations are complete and ready to impress. The hotel has a large parking area, a seasonal outdoor pool, and well-appointed facilities equipped to meet your every need. The property is a complex comprised of three buildings, all refreshed with marble finishes and bright color schemes. Relax in the hotel's casually elegant bar or enjoy a meal from the restaurant. The professional staff is available around the clock to help with needs such as tour schedules, museum tickets, or even restaurant suggestions.Â
Day 2. Rome
Today, spend some time in Vatican City. You can see one of Michelangelo's most famous works - the Sistine Chapel ceiling at the Vatican Museums.
Day 3. Rome - Tuscany
Today you will take off to your next stop; Tuscany! You will be in the heart of the Tuscan countryside within a short driving distance from Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Certaldo, Pisa, Lucca and Arezzo.
A Tip For Your Trip: If you decide to take advantage of our upgrade you'll have a Wine Tasting at the Castello Di Meleto. This gorgeous Tuscan styled castle has a wine shop, olive groves, an 18th-century theatre and more. A wine tasting here is a once in a lifetime opportunity!
Fattoria degli Usignoli is surrounded by large olive groves in a resplendent, heart-warming natural setting. Built by the Vallombrosan friars in about 1400, it enjoys a panoramic position at an altitude of 1,300 feet, in San Donato in Fronzano, in the municipality of Reggello. Immersed in the heart of the Tuscan countryside and decorated in classic Tuscan style, it provides the ideal base for visiting nearby cities of art such as Florence, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Arezzo, Cortona and the Chianti area. The restaurant combines traditional recipes with inviting and innovative dishes, served in the property’s rustic former winery. While enjoying the delicacies of typical Tuscan cuisine, guests can enjoy the hotel’s own home-grown red and white wines, as well as the top wines from all over Italy. Fattoria degli Usignoli also features three swimming pools (including one for children), tennis, a riding school, two lounges and a wine bar.
Fattoria degli Usignoli is set on an enviable position between the Arno Valley and the Chianti Hills. It is located 180 miles from the Rome Airport, 20 miles from Florence, 65 miles from Siena, 54 miles from San Gimignano, 39 miles from Arezzo and 64 miles from Cortona.Â
Immerse yourself in the warm beauty of Tuscany at this historic, yet modern hotel. Surrounded by a large, private garden, feel your eyes widen as you gaze out at the lush greenery that extends around Villa Il Palagio. Its deluxe apartments combine all the comforts and amenities of a luxury home with the professional services and luxurious facilities of a world-class hotel.
After settling into your cozy accommodation, unpack your swimsuit and head outside. Take a refreshing swim in the large, sparkling pool or lounge in the heat of the Italian sun. Tap your feet and sip on a cocktail at the jazz club, then indulge in authentic local cuisine at the elegant on-site restaurant. Swirl a glass of regional wine and feast your eyes on an unforgettable sunset over the rolling Tuscan countryside.Â
Day 4. Tuscany
While in Tuscany, you can take a different day-trip every day and experience a new side of Italy. Head to Florence for the day and discover the exciting culture, the dynamic atmosphere and all of the history that exists in this vibrant city. While in Florence, a must-see site is the city's Duomo, which is a cathedral that took nearly 150 years to complete. You will also want to visit the Uffizi Gallery for some Italian artwork and the Basilica di Santa Croce.
A Tip For Your Trip: Our available upgrade includes a wine tasting at Fattoria San Michele. Their organic grapes make for delicious wine. Indulge in the bread that is available as it is exquisite!
Day 5. Tuscany
Today you might want to journey to Pisa, which is almost a two-hour drive, but is home to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa!
A Tip For Your Trip: If you are looking to do a little less driving, head south for about an hour to the city of Arezzo. Admire the Medieval towers and Renaissance style sprinkled throughout the streets and the busy Piazza Grande.
Day 6. Tuscany
You might want to relax at the hotel today. There is an impressive restaurant on-site where the chef selects the finest ingredients for every dish and has created a very innovative menu for guests to enjoy. Afterward, you could always take the 15-minute drive over to the city of Reggello for a little souvenir shopping!
Day 7. Tuscany - Venice
Depart Tuscany today and drive to Venice where you will spend the final two nights of your vacation at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese. You'll have about a three-hour drive so you might want to leave in the early afternoon so that you have time to do some sightseeing when you arrive.
Check-in - Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Villa Park Hotel Bolognese is surrounded by a magnificent park which provides a pleasant, relaxing welcome to its guests. With an atmosphere that combines modern innovation with classic decor, it offers 95 spacious air-conditioned guestrooms, Wi-Fi coverage throughout the hotel, a scenic outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, as well as a sauna, Turkish bath and solarium. The renowned and refined Bolognese Restaurant and Veranda is surrounded by the beautiful park, and keeps the culinary tradition of Treviso alive by featuring local specialties with a large wine selection.
Set in a historic 19th-century building in the middle of rich parkland, Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese is just outside Treviso and a 20-minute drive from Venice. This 4-star hotel offers free outdoor parking and a summer pool with hot tub. Park Hotel Bolognese features a new, renovated wing, which is connected to the main building by panoramic corridors overlooking the park. The spacious rooms feature parquet floors, classical or modern furnishings, and a satellite TV with Sky channels. Some rooms have e hydromassage shower. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. The hotel’s relaxation area includes a Turkish bath and a sauna. The on-site restaurant is open to the public and features an outdoor veranda. The lounge bar serves a variety of drinks and snacks. Breakfast is buffet style.
Day 8. Venice
The city of Venice is picturesque and romantic with canals and outdoor cafes on every corner. Take a gondola ride over the Grand Canal, visit Saint Mark’s Square for a remarkable 360-degree view and take a stroll over the Accademia Bridge!
Day 9. Depart Italy
Depart Venice today. The airport is about 25 minutes from your hotel.
A Tip For Your Trip: Please note: In Italy, certain car categories will incur an additional drop-off fee when returning to a different location within the same city. Drop-off surcharges will apply to all categories when returning to a different city. These fees vary based on the category of car rental and the drop-off location and are required to be paid on-site at the time of rental.
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.