Italy & Greece

Italy & Greece

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Italy & Greece

12 Days Starting in Venice, Italy and ending in Athens, Greece

Visiting: Venice, Verona, Florence, Rome, Athens, Olympia, Delphi

Tour operator:

Cosmos

Tour code:

6330-2025

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Medium

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $2817 $2661 Operator discount: -$157

NB: Prices correct on 23-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy and Greece, starting in the romantic city of Venice. Explore the iconic canals, gondolas, and glassblowing workshops before traveling to Verona, the setting of Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. Discover the artistic treasures of Florence and marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa. In Rome, delve into the rich history of the Eternal City with visits to St. Peter's Square and the Colosseum. Fly to Athens and immerse yourself in ancient Greek culture with a tour of the Acropolis and the archaeological site of Mycenae. Experience the beauty of the Peloponnese, Olympia, and Delphi, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Athens' Plaka district. This tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and scenic beauty.

Highlights

  • Explore Italy’s romantic city of Venice

  • View the delightful crisscrossing canals, gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas in Venice

  • Marvel at the ancient Roman Arena in Verona

  • Discover the wonders of Florence, including Piazza Santa Croce and the Duomo

  • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa in the Square of Miracles

  • Visit the Acropolis and the Corinth Canal in Athens

  • Explore the Mycenae archaeological site

  • Drive through the Peloponnese to Olympia and visit the Temple of Zeus

  • Visit Delphi, considered the center of the world by ancient Greeks

Places You'll See

Poppi

Terme Pellegrini

American Palace Eur

Moxy Athens City

Flisvos

Olympia Palace

V Hotel Delphi

Acropolis Select

The Colosseum, Rome

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive In Venice Area,Italy

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: Poppi

Meals Included: Dinner

Welcome to Italy! Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Italy’s romantic city using your CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome dinner at the hotel.

Day 2: Venice

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: Poppi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Venice is a place of unmatched beauty and a feast of fantastic sights. View the delightful crisscrossing canals, the gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. Your included orientation features a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and a visit to a Venetian glassblowing workshop. You’ll have time to explore at leisure on your own, perhaps sipping a cappuccino or the typical Venetian drink called "spritz" at one of the many bars or cafés. Do you believe in magic? An optional evening boat ride on Giudecca Canal, dinner in a local restaurant, and St. Mark’s square at night will remove all doubt!

Day 3: Venice Area,Verona,Montecatini

Location: Verona

Accommodation Name: Terme Pellegrini

Meals Included: Breakfast

Travel to Verona, setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. Marvel at the ancient Roman Arena, built for gladiator fights but now still used as a popular venue for festivals and concerts; shop in Via Mazzini, or just wander the cobblestone streets of the city center. Tonight, experience the harmony of rural life in Tuscany with an optional farmhouse dinner in the Tuscan countryside. On the menu? Good food, better wine, and the best company! Overnight in the Tuscan spa town of Montecatini.Today’s Distance: 224 mi/ 360 km

Day 4: Montecatini,Florence,Montecatini

Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: Terme Pellegrini

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, enjoy a full day discovering the wonders of Florence, starting with a guided walking tour, featuring some of the city’s greatest attractions. See Piazza Santa Croce; world-famous Signoria Square; 13th-century Palazzo Vecchio with its collection of artistic masterpieces; Loggia dei Lanzi; the unique Duomo with Giotto’s Gothic Bell Tower and the Baptistry’s ornate bronze door known as the “Gate of Paradise.” Return to Montecatini.Today’s distance: 79 mi /127km

Day 5: Montecatini,Pisa,Rome

Location: Rome

Accommodation Name: American Palace Eur

Meals Included: Breakfast

Vistas of rolling hills, cypress trees, vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa and enjoy a mini-train ride to the Square of Miracles and the amazing Leaning Tower, then on to Rome. Today’s Distance: 255 mi/ 410 km

Day 6: Rome

Location: Rome

Accommodation Name: American Palace Eur

Meals Included: Breakfast

The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire.* * For operational reasons, changes to the Rome program cannot be excluded.

Day 7: Rome,Athens,Greece

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Acropolis Select

Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your included flight to Athens. From the capital of Italy to the capital of Greece, absorb the Mediterranean flair and discover the influence of ancient Roman and Greek civilizations on modern life and arts.

Day 8: Athens,Mycenae,Nauplia

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Rex

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Join the included sightseeing tour of Athens, featuring the highlights of the city and a visit to the Acropolis. Travel to the Corinth Canal, built between 1881 and 1893 and stop here for a picture. Continue to visit the Mycenae archaeological site with a Local Guide to learn about the ancient city of Homer’s epics. Enjoy views of the rugged Peloponnese scenery on the way to Nauplia. This evening, enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant.Today’s Distance: 90 mi/ 145 km

Day 9: Nauplia,Olympia

Location: Olympia

Accommodation Name: Olympia Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

Drive south through the Peloponnese to Olympia. Take advantage of some time at leisure or score the perfect 10 with a guided optional tour of ancient Olympia, site of the first Olympic Games, featuring the ruins of the Temple of Zeus. Today’s Distance: 118 mi/ 190 km

Day 10: Olympia,Delphi

Location: Delphi

Accommodation Name: V Hotel Delphi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Cross the Rion-Antirion bridge and skirt the Gulf or Corinth to continue inland to Delphi. Built at the foot of Mt. Parnassus, Delphi was considered by ancient Greeks to be the center of the world where the oracles of Apollo predicted the fate of many a man. We see your future on an optional visit with a Local Guide sharing history and mythology of the past as well. Today’s distance: 150 mi/ 240 km

Day 11: Delphi,Athens

Location: Athens

Accommodation Name: Acropolis Select

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy free time in Athens to explore with the help of the CosmosGO app, visit the museums or take the tram to the coast. In the evening, enjoy the lively atmosphere of the tavernas in the old Plaka district with its narrow streets and sound of bouzouki music.

Day 12: Athens

Location: Athens

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

What's Included

  • Welcome Dinner

    Meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome dinner at the hotel on the first day.

  • Venetian Glassblowing Workshop

    Visit a Venetian glassblowing workshop during your orientation in Venice.

  • Boat Ride to St. Mark’s Square

    Enjoy a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square as part of your included orientation in Venice.

  • Mini-Train Ride in Pisa

    Enjoy a mini-train ride to see the Square of Miracles and the Leaning Tower in Pisa.

  • Guided Walking Tour in Florence

    Experience a guided walking tour in Florence, featuring some of the city’s greatest attractions.

  • Introduction to Rome’s Landmarks

    Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide.

  • Flight to Athens

    Transfer to the airport for your included flight to Athens.

  • Sightseeing Tour of Athens

    Join the included sightseeing tour of Athens, featuring the highlights of the city and a visit to the Acropolis.

  • Visit to Mycenae Archaeological Site

    Visit the Mycenae archaeological site with a Local Guide to learn about the ancient city of Homer’s epics.

  • Dinner at a Local Restaurant in Nauplia

    Enjoy an included dinner at a local restaurant in Nauplia.

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What's Not Included

  • Optional Excursions

    Optional excursions such as a ride on a gondola in Venice or a traditional Greek dinner in Athens are not included.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees and other travel documentation costs are not included.

Notes

Rome - the 2025 Jubilee Year events may necessitate changes in the sequence of activities or the omission of certain events/places. Every effort will be made to follow the itinerary, but it may be subject to change.

This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
For operational reasons, changes to the Rome program cannot be excluded.

Accommodation

Venice Area: Poppi, Montecatini: Terme Pellegrini, Rome: American Palace Eur, Athens: Acropolis Select, Nauplia: Rex, Olympia: Olympia Palace, Delphi: V Hotel Delphi

UNESCO Sites

Acropolis Athens|Archeological site of Mycenae|City of Verona|Historic Centre of Florence|Historic Centre of Rome|Piazza del Duomo Pisa|Vatican City|Venice and its Lagoon

Meals

11 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners

Check out our Q&As

  • What activities are included on the first day in Venice?

    On the first day in Venice, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day free to explore the city using the CosmosGO app. In the evening, you will meet your Tour Director and travel companions at the welcome dinner at the hotel.

  • What can I expect to see and do in Venice on the second day?

    On the second day in Venice, you will view the crisscrossing canals, gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation features a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and a visit to a Venetian glassblowing workshop. You will also have time to explore on your own or join optional excursions like a gondola ride.

  • What is the itinerary for the third day of the tour?

    On the third day, you will travel to Verona, the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet. You will marvel at the ancient Roman Arena, shop in Via Mazzini, or wander the cobblestone streets of the city center. The day ends with an overnight stay in the Tuscan spa town of Montecatini.

  • What are the highlights of the fourth day in Florence?

    The fourth day in Florence includes a guided walking tour featuring Piazza Santa Croce, Signoria Square, Palazzo Vecchio, Loggia dei Lanzi, the Duomo with Giotto’s Gothic Bell Tower, and the Baptistry’s ornate bronze door known as the 'Gate of Paradise.' You will return to Montecatini for the night.

  • What will I see in Pisa on the fifth day?

    On the fifth day, you will stop in Pisa and enjoy a mini-train ride to see the Square of Miracles and the Leaning Tower. The journey continues to Rome.

  • What landmarks will be covered in the Rome tour on the sixth day?

    The Rome tour on the sixth day includes landmarks such as St. Peter’s Square, the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, the Caracalla Baths, the Circus Maximus, the Arch of Constantine, and the Colosseum.

  • What is planned for the seventh day in Athens?

    On the seventh day, you will transfer to the airport for your included flight to Athens. You will have the opportunity to absorb the Mediterranean flair and discover the influence of ancient Roman and Greek civilizations on modern life and arts.

  • What will I experience on the eighth day in Athens and Mycenae?

    The eighth day includes a sightseeing tour of Athens with a visit to the Acropolis. You will then travel to the Corinth Canal for a photo stop and continue to the Mycenae archaeological site for a guided visit. The day ends with a journey to Nauplia and an included dinner at a local restaurant.

  • What options are available on the ninth day in Olympia?

    On the ninth day, you will drive south through the Peloponnese to Olympia. You can either enjoy some leisure time or join an optional tour of the ancient Olympia site, featuring the ruins of the Temple of Zeus.

  • What is the significance of Delphi on the tenth day?

    On the tenth day, you will travel to Delphi, considered by the ancient Greeks as the center of the world. An optional site visit with a Local Guide will explain the oracle and other historical aspects of Delphi.

  • What can I do during my free time in Athens on the eleventh day?

    On the eleventh day, you can explore Athens with the help of the CosmosGO app, visit museums, or take the tram to the coast. In the evening, you can enjoy the lively atmosphere of the tavernas in the old Plaka district or join an optional traditional Greek dinner.

  • What happens on the last day of the tour?

    The tour ends on the twelfth day with breakfast in the morning.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1961

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.

Reviews of this operator

Mrs Susan Hyland  

We have just returned from a Cosmos…

28-Sep-2022

We have just returned from a Cosmos tour- Gourmet Tuscany. We stayed in Montecatini Terme and traveled from there to many wonderful places, in towns and the fabulous Tuscan countryside. We visit Vineyards for wine tastings, farms for cooking lessons and lunches and dinners in authentic Italian restaurants. All assisted by a friendly, informative tour director. First class holiday

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Rick  

Excellent in every respect

08-Dec-2022

I recently did a 2-week "best of Italy" tour with this company. Our guide, Daniella, was fantastic, the itinerary was excellent and they catered for my rather difficult dietary requirements really well. Really happy and will certainly book with them again

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John Lomanno  

A wonderrful experience

09-Nov-2022

WE saw so much. The tour director Mladin was very knowledgeable and made the experience so enjoyable. The bus driver Paul was so nice and helpful. A couple of the hotels had no refrigerators to keep the water cold. We had to carry our own luggage to and from the rooms. There should have been porters to help us. Over all we had a great time.

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Bruce  

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27-Oct-2022

Great organisation, tour guide(Kris) and driver(Tony) who went extra mile and good group of people from all over world. The hotels were excellent in New Orleans and Nashville and very good in other cities. The itinerary was well thought out with visits to Gracelands and Grande ole Oprey topping the bill. We added 3extra nights in New Orleans (giving us 6nights) which was absolutely fab and would advise anyone doing this tour that they consider some extra nights to see and do as much as you can

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Francine Ramos  

The tour director expertise and…

18-Dec-2022

The tour director expertise and personality made the trip all the more pleasant. No stress. The local guides as well added to the beauty of this trip. They were knowledgeable and personable. I also have to mention the travelers (the group of 21). The people were friendly an accommodating. This is my third trip with this tour company and I will continue to travel with this company due to excellent planning and customer service. Thank you

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