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Tuscany & Rome + Cooking & Pizza Making Experience
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Countryside charm and capital city culture
Experience two of the most popular destinations in Italy on this self-drive journey through Tuscany and Rome. Feel immersed in the Tuscan countryside as you admire quaint terracotta villas, towering cypress trees, superb wineries, and storybook towns. Take easy day trips to nearby cities like Florence, Siena, Lucca, and Pisa before ending in the Eternal City of Rome. Marvel at bucket-list attractions like the epic Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain, and Vatican City. You can also add Venice to your itinerary by choosing the 10-night option.
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Rome (FCO)
- Manual shift intermediate car rental for the duration
- 4 nights in Tuscany at the at La Fattoria Degli Usignoli Apartments or similar
- Tuscan Cooking Class w/ professional chef
- Pizza Making Class & tasting
- 2 nights near Rome (Frascati) at the Villa Mercede or similar
Skip the hassle of rental cars and driving in a new place.
Great Ways to Explore
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Explore at leisure with the freedom an included rental car.
- From pizza and pasta, to crostini and cannoli, you'll delight in Italy's vast cuisine.
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Sip local wine and admire the picture-perfect beauty of Tuscany's countryside.
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Learn what makes the Renaissance city of Florence and the "Eternal City" of Rome each unique.
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Accomplish tons of things on your Italy bucket list like seeing the Colosseum and the Leaning Tower in Pisa.
Get ready to road trip through two of the best destinations in Italy, Rome and Tuscany, with the convenience of an included car. From vast countrysides and cypress-lined roads to ancient monuments and mouthwatering cuisine, you'll get to experience it all with this Italy vacation package!
Start in the picture-perfect hills of Tuscany, where you'll get to indulge with two included cooking & tasting classes. Enjoy easy day trips from Tuscany to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, the artsy city of Florence, or other must-visit destinations like Lucca, Siena, and San Gimignano.
Finish your Italy vacation in the Eternal City of Rome, visiting all the must-see sites like the Colosseum and Vatican City. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, marvel at astounding city views from atop the Spanish Steps, and feast on endless gelato and pasta. With the freedom of your own car, this amazing vacation package to Italy has everything you need for an unforgettable trip.
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:
- Wine Tasting at Castello di Meleto
- Rome City Sightseeing Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Pass (24 hours)
- Florence Walk & Talk Tour
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Rome (FCO)
- Manual shift intermediate car rental for the duration
- 4 nights in Tuscany at the at La Fattoria Degli Usignoli Apartments or similar
- Tuscan Cooking Class w/ professional chef
- Pizza Making Class & tasting
- 2 nights near Rome (Frascati) at the Villa Mercede or similar
Skip the hassle of rental cars and driving in a new place.
Great Ways to Explore
-
Explore at leisure with the freedom an included rental car.
- From pizza and pasta, to crostini and cannoli, you'll delight in Italy's vast cuisine.
-
Sip local wine and admire the picture-perfect beauty of Tuscany's countryside.
-
Learn what makes the Renaissance city of Florence and the "Eternal City" of Rome each unique.
-
Accomplish tons of things on your Italy bucket list like seeing the Colosseum and the Leaning Tower in Pisa.
Package Overview
Get ready to road trip through two of the best destinations in Italy, Rome and Tuscany, with the convenience of an included car. From vast countrysides and cypress-lined roads to ancient monuments and mouthwatering cuisine, you'll get to experience it all with this Italy vacation package!
Start in the picture-perfect hills of Tuscany, where you'll get to indulge with two included cooking & tasting classes. Enjoy easy day trips from Tuscany to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, the artsy city of Florence, or other must-visit destinations like Lucca, Siena, and San Gimignano.
Finish your Italy vacation in the Eternal City of Rome, visiting all the must-see sites like the Colosseum and Vatican City. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, marvel at astounding city views from atop the Spanish Steps, and feast on endless gelato and pasta. With the freedom of your own car, this amazing vacation package to Italy has everything you need for an unforgettable trip.
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.
Upgrade & Include Even More!
Enhance your vacation with:
- Wine Tasting at Castello di Meleto
- Rome City Sightseeing Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Pass (24 hours)
- Florence Walk & Talk Tour
Package ID: PK-GC4P-TARCC-FCO
Day 1. Welcome to Tuscany!
Feel the excitement as you land in the Eternal City of Rome. Pick up your rental car, say goodbye to Rome (for now), and enjoy a scenic drive north to Tuscany. Admire the beautiful winding roads, towering cypress trees, and quaint terracotta homes along the way.
Arrive at your accommodation and settle in. Afterwards, cheers to your first night on vacation in Italy by indulging in a delicious Italian dinner.
Reggello,
Italy
1 of 2 hotels
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
Montepulciano,
Italy
2 of 2 hotels
Located in the beautiful town of Montepulciano in southern Tuscany, Montepulciano Country Resort is the perfect place to explore the beautiful surroundings. Nestled in the Tuscan countryside and surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, oak and cypress trees, Montepulciano Country Resort consists of two locations: Borgo delle Mare and Poggio Olivo. Within these two vacation homes, you will find 28 self-catering apartments with kitchenettes, complimentary WiFi, laundry service and more. Outside of your apartment, enjoy gardens, a swimming pool, barbecue area and comfortable outdoor furniture.Â
Day 2. Tuscany
Enjoy another day on Tuscany vacation by taking an easy day trip to Siena, a history-filled city boasting medieval brick buildings, local culture, and delicious pastry shops. Marvel at the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo, a vibrant square known for the annual Palio di Siena horse race. Also consider visiting San Gimignano, a fairy-tale town near Siena. Transport back in time while exploring stone streets lined with charming shops and award-winning gelaterias.Â
Later, enjoy your included cooking class!
La Fattoria Degli Usignoli Cooking Class
Complement your stay at Fattoria Degli Usignoli with a lesson on how to cook an authentic Tuscan meal! Afterwards, you’ll be able to enjoy your wonderful creations!
Day 3. Tuscany
For another easy day trip from Tuscany, consider going to Florence. This artsy city is filled with Renaissance charm and iconic artwork. From the Duomo to the Ponte Vecchio to the Uffizi Gallery, there are so many things to do in Florence that will leave you amazed. Later, indulge in your included pizza making class!
Fattoria degli Usignoli Pizza Making Class
Complement your stay at Fattoria Degli Usignoli with a 2 hour, hands on lesson in pizza making! First you will learn about the history and evoluation of the pizza. Once you prepare your own pizza, cook & taste your wonderful creations!
Day 4. Tuscany
Take a day trip to Pisa today! Be sure to snap tons of pictures in front of the iconic Leaning Tower.
Afterwards, indulge in some local vino at one of the gorgeous wineries in the area. If you're craving the coast, then venture to Viareggio or Cinque Terre for some seaside beauty.
Pisa, Italy
Day 5. Tuscany - Rome area
Ciao, Tuscany! Your epic Rome vacation officially starts today. Make your way to your Rome area accommodation, get settled, then drive to the city center and see the sights.
Visit the incredible Colosseum and Roman Forum, then venture to Vatican City and see St. Peter's Basilica. Feast on a delicious Italian dinner tonight at a local restaurant, and then toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain.
Check-in - Hotel Villa Mercede
Frascati,
Italy
Rest and recharge at the Hotel Villa Mercede, a beautiful 3-star hotel in Frascati, located approximately 18 miles from the center of Rome. Thanks to its strategic position, guests may enjoy an oasis of relaxation and entertainment while taking advantage of its proximity to Rome. The Hotel Villa Mercede offers its guests a modern environment of contemporary design. The elegance and the functionality of spaces and furnishings have been conceived for the complete satisfaction of its guests.
Only a quarter mile from the historic center of Frascati, the Hotel Villa Mercede offers enviable panoramic position overlooking the Roman countryside. There are various food shops, craft and jewelry boutiques of the Natural Mall of Frascati just walking distance away, where you can easily find some original souvenirs. In just a short drive you can reach Grottaferrata, Castel Gandolfo, or Ariccia. Point to Rome through the famous consular road, Via Tuscolana. In 30 minutes you will be in front of the Colosseum. Or take the local train to reach the central station of Termini in Rome, the train takes about 35 minutes.
Day 6. Rome area
Start your day with some delicious Italian coffee, then head back to the city center to explore. Experience some of the best things to do in Rome today by wandering along Via del Governo Vecchio, marveling at views from atop the Spanish Steps, visiting the Pantheon, and relaxing in Piazza Navona.
For dinner, explore around the vibrant neighborhood of Trastevere for an authentic meal.Â
Rome, Italy
Day 7. Depart Italy
Your incredible multi city vacation in Italy has unfortunately come to an end. It's time to head to the airport, return the rental car, and board your flight home. Until next time, Italy!
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Reggello, Italy
Fattoria Degli Usignoli
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