Solo Travel: Experience Italy
All around Italy!
If you're dreaming of a solo trip to Italy, but unsure of how to see all of the sights on your bucket list, this escorted tour is the perfect solution! Spend 8 nights traveling to Rome, Florence, Venice, and more with included tours and tastings. With a travel director guiding the way, you get to sit back, relax, and live your Italian dreams!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Rome (FCO)
- Round-trip airport transfers*
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 nights in Rome at the Grand Fleming Hotel
- 1 night in Siena at the Executive Hotel
- 2 nights in Montecatini at the Settentrionale Esplanade
- 2 nights in Venice Area at Poppi
- 1 night in Rome at the Grand Fleming Hotel
- Buffet Breakfast daily
- 3 three-course dinners
- Guided sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including:
- Guided tour of Rome
- Visits to Orvieto, Siena, San Gimignano
- Wine tasting in Greve
- Walking tour of Florence
- Boat ride to St. Mark's Square in Venice
- Visit to St. Francis Basilica in Assisi
- Services of a Professional Travel Director
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Headsets throughout the tour
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges.
*Note: Arrival transfer is included if your flight arrives in Rome between 7:30 am and 8:30 pm
**Note: Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.
Gratuities for tour directors, drivers and local guides are not included and are discretionary.
Great Ways to Explore
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Admire the art & architecture of Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance.
- Siena is one of the best preserved medieval cities in Italy.
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Admire the ancient Colosseum in Rome- one of the most iconic landmarks in Italy.
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Stay in charming and ideally located properties in each city!
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Visit the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and capture the perfect photo!
This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.
This Italian vacation brings you to Rome, Siena, Montecatini, Venice, and more! Begin first with a few nights in Rome. Take a sightseeing tour of the city to become acquainted with the many famous attractions you've only even seen in photos! Continue on to Siena, and pass through Orvieto in the Umbria region on the way.
Depart Siena for Montecatini. Along the way, stop in San Gimignano and then enjoy a wine tasting in Greve in the Chianti region! You'll take a full-day tour to Florence next, so be sure to rest up!
From Montecatini, you'll head to Pisa for a mini-train ride and photo opportunity at the Leaning Tower! Travel next to the Venice area. Your time here includes a boat tour, glassblowers experience, and more! Stop to visit Assisi before you make your way back to Rome.
With a travel director leading the way, you'll find it easy to relax and soak up the spectacular splendors of Italy!
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.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Rome (FCO)
- Round-trip airport transfers*
- Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 nights in Rome at the Grand Fleming Hotel
- 1 night in Siena at the Executive Hotel
- 2 nights in Montecatini at the Settentrionale Esplanade
- 2 nights in Venice Area at Poppi
- 1 night in Rome at the Grand Fleming Hotel
- Buffet Breakfast daily
- 3 three-course dinners
- Guided sightseeing as described in the itinerary, including:
- Guided tour of Rome
- Visits to Orvieto, Siena, San Gimignano
- Wine tasting in Greve
- Walking tour of Florence
- Boat ride to St. Mark's Square in Venice
- Visit to St. Francis Basilica in Assisi
- Services of a Professional Travel Director
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
- Headsets throughout the tour
- Hotel tips, taxes, porterage and service charges.
*Note: Arrival transfer is included if your flight arrives in Rome between 7:30 am and 8:30 pm
**Note: Children must be 8 years or older at time of travel.
Gratuities for tour directors, drivers and local guides are not included and are discretionary.
-
Admire the art & architecture of Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance.
- Siena is one of the best preserved medieval cities in Italy.
-
Admire the ancient Colosseum in Rome- one of the most iconic landmarks in Italy.
-
Stay in charming and ideally located properties in each city!
-
Visit the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and capture the perfect photo!
This is an escorted tour. It’s perfect if you prefer not to do your own driving and want to see as many sights as you can during your vacation.
This Italian vacation brings you to Rome, Siena, Montecatini, Venice, and more! Begin first with a few nights in Rome. Take a sightseeing tour of the city to become acquainted with the many famous attractions you've only even seen in photos! Continue on to Siena, and pass through Orvieto in the Umbria region on the way.
Depart Siena for Montecatini. Along the way, stop in San Gimignano and then enjoy a wine tasting in Greve in the Chianti region! You'll take a full-day tour to Florence next, so be sure to rest up!
From Montecatini, you'll head to Pisa for a mini-train ride and photo opportunity at the Leaning Tower! Travel next to the Venice area. Your time here includes a boat tour, glassblowers experience, and more! Stop to visit Assisi before you make your way back to Rome.
With a travel director leading the way, you'll find it easy to relax and soak up the spectacular splendors of Italy!
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.
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Day 1. Welcome to Rome, Italy!
Upon arrival you will be transferred to check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the Eternal City!
Transfer to Rome hotel
Check-in - Grand Hotel Fleming
Located in the vicinity of Ponte Milvio and surrounded by ancient Roman residences, Grand Hotel Fleming it is the perfect place to enjoy the city's wealth in a relaxing environment. Located a 10-minute drive from the Foro Italico, Olympic Stadium and Auditorium, the hotel offers easy access to public transportation or taxis to the city center.
An elegant corner of Rome and a beloved celebrity hideaway, the Grand Hotel Fleming is an ideal location for a romantic weekend in Rome. Each of the 302 rooms are tastefully decorated and feature an en suite bathroom, in-room safe, air-conditioning, minibar and more. Wake up to a delicious buffet breakfast each morning, then relax with an Italian meal at the restaurant in the evening. The hotel's staff is happy to assist with booking tours, taxis and airport transfers.Â
Day 2. Rome
Rome is affectionately referred to as the Eternal City. It is steeped in history, has a vibrant atmosphere and is absolutely unique. Embark on a sightseeing tour and get acquainted with the city.
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast is included today.
Day 3. Rome - Orvieto - Siena
Journey northwest to the charmingly located city of Orvieto in the Umbria region to visit its black basalt and yellow limestone cathedral, an excellent example of Italian Gothic architecture. By early evening you’ll be in Siena with time to visit this jewel of Tuscany. Sit in one of the cafes surrounding the Campo and admire one of Italy's most unique squares, famed the world over for its Palio horse race.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast and dinner are included today.
Check-in - Executive Hotel Siena
Located in a residential area just north of Siena's city center, this elegant hotel boasts modern style and easy access into the city. Open the door to your spacious room and find contemporary decor, luxurious bath amenities, and crisp air conditioning. Post your travel photos using the hotel's free Wi-Fi, then cozy up in your large plush bed.Â
When you strike up an appetite, treat yourself to a delicious meal of traditional region cuisine from the on-site restaurant. Then, spend your night unwinding with a drink on the terrace bar!
Day 4. Siena - San Gimignano - Greve - Montecatini
Drive this morning to San Gimignano, one of Tuscany's greatest attractions. Its medieval squares, town walls, streets, alleyways, and 14 towers make it unique.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast is included today.
Check-in - Settentrionale Esplanade
Enjoy the splendor that comes with four stars while staying at the Settentrionale Esplanade. Enjoy an on-site restaurant, free Wi-Fi, a bar and lounge, conference rooms equipped with audio-video equipment, an outdoor pool, a garden, concierge and tour and ticket services, currency exchanges, and private parking is available.
Rooms are airy and comfortable, and features a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, and private bathrooms complete with a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Florence is just 25 miles away, while Peretola Airport and Pisa is 22 miles away. Lucca is closest, and a mere 14 miles away.
Day 5. Montecatini - Excursion to Florence
Embark on a full-day excursion to Florence today, and discover the birthplace of the Renaissance.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast and dinner are included today.
Day 6. Montecatini - Pisa - Venice Area
This morning, drive to Pisa for a mini-train ride to see its Square of Miracles and the amazing Leaning Tower, 180 feet high and no less than 16 feet out of the perpendicular. Later, head across the wooded Apennine Hills into the farmlands of the Po Valley for two overnights in the Venice area.
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast is included today.
Experience true Italian hospitality at this elegant hotel located right in between Venice and Padua. Family managed since 1965, Hotel Poppi combines modern facilities with classic charm. Relax in your soundproof room that comes decorated in a classic style - the perfect setting after a long day of exploring.
Treat yourself to a delicious meal at their on-site restaurant, which boasts a mouthwatering menu of regional Venetian fare! After dinner, unwind with a glass of local wine or sip on an espresso at the classy hotel bar.Â
Holiday Inn Venice Mestre Marghera is a short drive from Venice and located close to the Venezia-Mestre train station. From the property, you'll have no problem getting to the Venice Cruise Terminal and Piazzale Roma, which will give you easy access to iconic locations such as the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark's Square, and the Gallerie dell'Accademia. The hotel is well-equipped to make your stay as comfortable as possible with exciting amenities such as free WiFi, pillow menus, spacious family rooms, and room service. On-site facilities such as a fitness center, Alla Bell'Italia restaurant, and a lounge bar are also open to help you unwind and relax after a long day of sightseeing.Â
Day 7. Venice Area
Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real life city, with its criss-crossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and little quiet piazzas.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast and dinner are included today.
Day 8. Venice Area - Assisi - Rome
An interesting drive southward, cutting across the Po Delta, then crossing the Apennines. Stop in Assisi, where St. Francis was born in 1182. Visit the world-famous basilica with its beautiful frescoes by Giotto, then head for Rome.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast is included today.
Check-in - Grand Hotel Fleming
Located in the vicinity of Ponte Milvio and surrounded by ancient Roman residences, Grand Hotel Fleming it is the perfect place to enjoy the city's wealth in a relaxing environment. Located a 10-minute drive from the Foro Italico, Olympic Stadium and Auditorium, the hotel offers easy access to public transportation or taxis to the city center.
An elegant corner of Rome and a beloved celebrity hideaway, the Grand Hotel Fleming is an ideal location for a romantic weekend in Rome. Each of the 302 rooms are tastefully decorated and feature an en suite bathroom, in-room safe, air-conditioning, minibar and more. Wake up to a delicious buffet breakfast each morning, then relax with an Italian meal at the restaurant in the evening. The hotel's staff is happy to assist with booking tours, taxis and airport transfers.Â
Day 9. Depart Italy
Your vacation ends this morning. After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for departure.Â
A Tip For Your Trip: Breakfast is included today.