Italian Scene

Italian Scene

Rome

The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy

Days 1-2
The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
Sorrento

The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy

Day 3
The rooftops of Assisi, Italy
Assisi

The rooftops of Assisi, Italy

Day 4
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
Venice

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

Days 5-6
Bronze statue of Juliet and Juliet's balcony in Verona, Italy
Verona

Bronze statue of Juliet and Juliet's balcony in Verona, Italy

Day 7
View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy
Milan

View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy

Days 7-8
Varenna on Lake Como, Italy
Lake Como

Varenna on Lake Como, Italy

Day 7
A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
Florence

A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy

Days 8-9
Pisa

Tower of Pisa, Italy

Day 8
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
Rome

The Colosseum, Rome, Italy

Days 9-10
Trevi Fountain, Rome
Trevi Fountain

Trevi Fountain, Rome

Day 10

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$2225

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Italian Scene" tour, a luxurious cultural journey through Italy and Vatican City. Begin in Rome, exploring iconic sites like the Roman Forum and Colosseum. Discover the charm of Sorrento and the Bay of Naples, with an optional visit to the ancient ruins of Pompeii. Experience the artistry of Venetian glassblowing and cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice. In Verona, view Juliet's Balcony and the Roman Arena, then relax by the stunning Lake Como. Marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and delve into Florence's rich artistic heritage. With expert guidance, cherry-picked accommodations, and many meals included, this tour offers an unforgettable Italian adventure. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing in Venice.

  • Explore the Roman Forum and view the mighty Colosseum in Rome.

  • Visit the picturesque resort town of Sorrento and enjoy the views of the Bay of Naples.

  • Take a guided walking tour of Pompeii, buried under volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted.

  • Cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice and admire the Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.

  • View Juliet's Balcony and the Roman Arena in Verona.

  • Visit the famous Leaning Tower in Pisa.

  • Explore Florence's artistic and architectural heritage, including the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and the Ponte Vecchio.

Places You'll See

St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy

St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy

Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy

Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy

Sorrento Town, Italy

Sorrento Town, Italy

Streets of Assisi, Italy

Streets of Assisi, Italy

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

Bronze statue of Juliet and Juliet's balcony in Verona, Italy

Bronze statue of Juliet and Juliet's balcony in Verona, Italy

Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy

Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy

On the water of Lake Como, Italy

On the water of Lake Como, Italy

The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy

The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy

Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy

Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy

 View of buildings along the Arno river in Pisa, Italy

View of buildings along the Arno river in Pisa, Italy

Trevi Fountain, Rome

Trevi Fountain, Rome

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrive Rome

The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Trevi Fountain in Rome
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Ergife Palace

Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace

2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a center of celebration between December 24, 2024, and December 31, 2025. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City. The 'Eternal City' has captivated travelers for centuries and you’ll not be disappointed as it prepares you for an exhilarating journey across Italy. On arrival in Rome, Check in to your hotel, relax or get ready for your very own introduction to Rome. Later this evening, you’ll meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a glimpse into what lies ahead. Why not select a Choice Experience dinner in a characteristic trattoria to soak up the city’s effervescent atmosphere? ...more ...less

Day 2: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time

The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Ergife Palace

Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

With so much to see and do, you could explore Rome for an eternity without getting bored. Join a Choice Experience to the Roman Forum or start your day the Italian way. Get to grips with the city’s main attractions, joining a Local Guide. Cross the Tiber to view the mighty Colosseum and the countless other ancient sites which featured prominently in the days of the powerful Roman Empire.

Day 3: Rome – Sorrento – Bay of Naples

View of bay and main port in Sorrento town
Streets of Sorrento town
The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
Streets of Sorrento town
Sorrento Town, Italy
Sorrento Town, Italy
The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
View of bay and main port in Sorrento town

Location: Sorrento

Accommodation: La Panoramica

Accommodation Name: Europa

Meals Included: Breakfast

The Bay of Naples beckons and our first stop is in the picture-perfect resort town of Sorrento. Pastel-hued residences cling impossibly to craggy cliffs that plunge into the deep blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Enjoy your time soaking up the sun-drenched views. You won’t need to venture far to catch the scent of the 'world’s best lemons', which you’ll see in abundance at the local markets. Taste some of the mouth-watering fresh produce grown locally or consider a Choice Experience to the artists’ paradise of Positano, followed by a scenic drive along the Amalfi coast. The Sirens of Sorrento may be nowhere in sight, but that doesn’t mean their alluring call will be possible to resist.

Day 4: Bay of Naples – Assisi

View od Cathedral of San Rufino, Assisi
The rooftops of Assisi, Italy
Streets of Assisi, Italy
Streets of Assisi, Italy
View od Cathedral of San Rufino, Assisi
The rooftops of Assisi, Italy

Location: Bay of Naples, Assisi

Accommodation: Frate Sole

Accommodation Name: Frate Sole

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Enjoy the atmosphere as you explore the beautiful Bay of Naples during your free time this morning. Alternatively, choose to join an Optional Experience guided walking tour of Pompeii, buried under the volcanic ash for centuries after Mount Vesuvius erupted. Leaving the Bay of Naples behind, journey past Cassino and see the monastery which featured as a backdrop for some of the fiercest battles of World War II. This poignant reminder of war gives way to a place of pilgrimage, as you head north to Assisi where an orientation reveals a medieval town that has changed very little since the time of St. Francis.

Day 5: Assisi – Venice (Oriago)

View of the Palace of San Marco from the roof of the Library of Venice,
Grand canal and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, Italy
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

Location: Venice

Accommodation: LH Sirio Venice

Accommodation Name: Il Burchiello

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Your journey continues across the Apennines and through the Emilia-Romagna region, credited with being the origin of tortellini, mortadella and parmesan cheese. Before you know it, you’ll have arrived in Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic, where an Optional Experience will see you gliding through the city's canals in a gondola.

Day 6: Venice Orientation And Free Time

Grand canal and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, Italy
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
View of the Palace of San Marco from the roof of the Library of Venice,
The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

Location: Venice

Accommodation: LH Sirio Venice

Accommodation Name: Il Burchiello

Meals Included: Breakfast

Embark on a cruise by private launch to bustling St. Mark's Square in the heart of Venice. Admire the most famous of Venice's 417 bridges, the Bridge of Sighs, and enjoy views of the Doge's Palace and the Byzantine St. Mark's Basilica. Later, enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, when the extraordinary talents of glassblowers take center stage during a visit to their workshop then consider an Optional Experience to the island of Burano for a relaxing meal with your travel companions.

Day 7: Venice (Oriago) – Verona – Lake Como – Milan (Sesto San Giovanni)

Bronze statue of Juliet and Juliet's balcony in Verona, Italy
The Adige River with Ponte Pietra
Palazzo Giusti, Verona.
Varenna on Lake Como, Italy
View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy
Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy
Naviglio Canal, Milan
Sforza Castle, Milan city
On the water of Lake Como, Italy
Torre Lamberti in Piazza delle Erbe square in Verona

Location: Verona, Lake Como, Milan

Accommodation: Starhotels Grand Milan Saronno

Accommodation Name: Grand Barone di Sassj

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

The plains of Veneto are all that stand between you and Verona, the tragic stage for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers. View the ancient Roman Arena, where concerts are still held to this day, and Juliet's Balcony, from which a fictional Juliet once called for her Romeo. Indulge in a romantic moment of your own before leaving Verona, bound for Italy’s irresistible Lake District. Arriving on the shores of Lake Como, you’ll see first-hand why this scenic setting has been a favorite summer retreat of the rich and famous for centuries. You could choose to board an optional cruise this afternoon to make the most of this idyllic setting. Enjoy dinner at your hotel this evening.

Day 8: Milan (Sesto San Giovanni) – Pisa – Florence (Campi Bisenzio)

View of buildings along the Arno river in Pisa, Italy
Sforza Castle, Milan city
Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy
Tower of Pisa, Italy
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy
Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy
View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy
A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
Tower of Pisa, Italy
Naviglio Canal, Milan

Location: Milan, Pisa, Florence

Accommodation: Starhotels Vespucci

Accommodation Name: Starhotels Vespucci

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pisa's white marble facades gleam in the sunshine, but it is the famous Leaning Tower that gets most of the glory when you visit this 'Field of Miracles', so named by 20th-century Italian writer and poet Gabriele d’Annunzio. Since Medieval times, the exquisite structures in the piazza have symbolised man’s journey through religious life – the Baptistery representing birth, life represented by the Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, and the Camposanto, death. After a short drive from Pisa, you’ll arrive at your hotel near Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Tomorrow is a full day of sightseeing, so kick back and enjoy the company of your travel companions this evening at an optional dinner in the Tuscan hills.

Day 9: Florence Sightseeing – Rome

Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy

Location: Florence, Rome

Accommodation: Ergife Palace

Accommodation Name: Ergife Palace

Meals Included: Breakfast

There are few cities in the world with an artistic legacy equal to that of Florence. Your Local Specialist shares a superb commentary of the city's artistic and architectural heritage during a walking tour, which includes views of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Baptistery, the impressive Giotto's Bell Tower and the Ponte Vecchio. Visit Piazza della Signoria and squeeze in some time for shopping – Florence is particularly renowned for its high-quality leather and 18-carat gold jewelery. Later, return to Rome, where your journey began. You’ll have an evening alone to forge final memories with new friends or consider an Optional Experience whisking you away on one last sightseeing trip with a mouth-watering farewell dinner followed by live entertainment.

Day 10: Depart Rome

The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain, Rome
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome

Location: Rome

Meals Included: Breakfast

If Italy has become engraved in your heart as it did for celebrated poet Robert Browning, you’ll have a hard time saying arrivederci. As the legend says, if you tossed a coin in the Trevi fountain, you will return. Until then bid your Travel Director and travel companions a fond farewell.

What's Included

  • Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver

    An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout your journey.

  • City Orientation Tours

    City orientation tours are included to help you get acquainted with each destination.

  • Audio Headsets

    Audio headsets are provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.

  • Luxury Air-Conditioned Coach with Wi-Fi

    Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries.

  • Extensive Variety of Choice Experiences

    An extensive variety of Choice Experiences are included to enrich your travel experience.

  • Cruise to St. Mark's Square

    Cruise to St. Mark's Square in Venice and admire the Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.

  • Visit to a Traditional Glassblowing Workshop

    Visit a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Experiences

    Optional experiences such as dinners, guided tours, and cruises are not included and may incur additional costs.

  • Personal Expenses

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

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.

  • Flights

    International and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.

  • Gratuities

    Gratuities for the Travel Director, Driver, and local guides are not included.

  • Visas and Entry Fees

    Visas and entry fees to certain attractions are not included and must be arranged separately.

Mode of Transport

Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries, ensuring a comfortable journey between destinations. Enjoy a cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice, enhancing your travel experience.

Accommodation

Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as Ergife Palace, La Panoramica, Frate Sole, LH Sirio Venice, and Starhotels Vespucci, all tried and trusted for quality and comfort. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized to ensure quality accommodation.

Dining Summary

  • 9 Breakfast (B)
  • 3 Dinner (D)

Essentials

  • See St. Peter's Basilica, view the Colosseum and see the ancient sites with your Local Guide
  • Visit this popular resort
  • See the monastery on the hill top
  • Visit St. Francis' town
  • Cruise to St. Mark's Square and visit a traditional glassblowing workshop
  • View Juliet's Balcony and Roman Arena
  • Visit Lake Como
  • View the Leaning Tower
  • With your Local Guide, see the Baptistery, the Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Giotto's Bell Tower

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi in most countries.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, many meals and daily breakfasts are included in the tour package.

  • Will there be a guide during the tour?

    Yes, an expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included to guide and assist you throughout your journey.

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?

    You will stay in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted for quality and comfort. On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized to ensure quality accommodation.

  • Are there any optional experiences available during the tour?

    Yes, there are optional experiences such as dinners, guided tours, and cruises that are not included and may incur additional costs.

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    No, travel insurance is not included and should be arranged separately.

  • Are flights included in the tour package?

    No, international and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.

  • What is the policy on gratuities during the tour?

    Gratuities for the Travel Director, Driver, and local guides are not included in the tour package.

  • Will there be any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, city orientation tours are included to help you get acquainted with each destination, and audio headsets are provided to enhance your sightseeing experiences.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.

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Italian Scene

10 Days Starting and ending in Rome, Italy

Visiting: Rome, Sorrento, Bay of Naples, Assisi, Venice, Verona, Lake Como, Milan, Pisa, Florence

Tour operator:

Costsaver

Tour code:

ITSEZN20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $2225 $1857 (USD) Operator discount: -$368 -17%

NB: Prices correct on 16-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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