Jewels of Italy and Milan by Rail

Jewels of Italy and Milan by Rail

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Jewels of Italy and Milan by Rail

8 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in Milan, Italy

Visiting: Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan

Tour operator:

Indus Travels

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 2

Physical rating:

Easy

Tour operated in:

English
From: $1784

NB: Prices correct on 24-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy with the "Jewels of Italy and Milan by Rail" tour. This 8-day adventure takes you from the historic streets of Rome to the artistic heart of Florence, the romantic canals of Venice, and the vibrant cityscape of Milan. Travel conveniently with 2nd class high-speed train tickets and enjoy private transfers upon arrival in Rome. Highlights include a 30-minute gondola ride in Venice, guided walking tours, and tastings of local products in Florence. Stay in comfortable twin-sharing accommodations with daily breakfast, and explore each city at your own pace with hop-on hop-off tickets in Rome and Milan.

Highlights

  • Discover Rome and see Campo dei Fiori, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, and Trevi Fountain

  • Explore the major highlights of Florence, the capital city of the region of Tuscany

  • Visit Piazza San Marco with its stunning Basilica, the Clock Tower, and Palazzo Ducale in Venice

  • Opportunity to see the Castello Sforzesco, the famous canals, and the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio in Milan

  • Take a 30-minute Gondola ride in Venice

  • Taste local products in Florence

  • Join a guided walking tour through the most famous places in Venice, including the Rialto Bridge and Campo Santa Maria Formosa

Itinerary

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Day 1: Usa / Canada - Rome

Location: Rome

Accommodation Name: hotel

Today you will Arrival at Rome Fiumicino airport and transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day free time at your disposal for a first exploratory tour of the Eternal City. A 24-hour ticket for a double-decker tourist bus (with multilingual audio guide) is included, which can also be used for getting around the city, ideal for those who want to go sightseeing on their own to discover the most famous symbols of Rome, such as the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Spain Square.



In case of an early arrival in Rome, we recommend a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and St Peter's Basilica, to admire Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and other masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance more closely. It is also possible to participate in a series of other optional activities, such as a Segway or Vespa tour, a cooking lesson to learn how to make pizza and ice cream.



For dinner, we suggest trying a typical Roman restaurant.




Overnight in Rome

Day 2: Rome (B/-/-)

Location: Rome

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast, you will have e another day dedicated to discovering the city. We suggest our tour of Imperial Rome, to closely admire the monuments of the Roman Forum, enter the Colosseum and listen to our guides presentation of the evocative history of ancient Rome and the gladiators fights that took place there.



Or you can join an excursion to Naples and Pompeii to discover the enchanting city of Naples and the archaeological site of Pompeii.

Day 3: Rome - Florence (B/-/-)

Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning after breakfast, make your way (transfer not included) to the Rome Termini station to board the high-speed train to Florence; the journey takes about 1h 30. After arriving, hotel accommodation and free time available for an independent visit of the city, the 'cradle of the Renaissance'. Among the places that certainly are worth being seen, we must include Piazza Della Signoria, the medieval heart of the city, Piazza Santa Croce with its past noble families buildings, and the home of Dante, the Supreme Poet author of the Divine Comedy.



A small taste of typical local products is included to make a pleasant stop during a first exploratory tour of the city and its wonders.



Possibility of a guided skip-the-line tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, which guarantees exclusive access to the famous Brunelleschi dome and above all to the terraces of the church, which offer a breath-taking view of the city from above.



Alternatively, those who are fond of food can have an engaging Italian cooking lesson, which begins at the \"Central Market\", the largest, most vibrant and colourful food market in the city. Here the chef will illustrate the various local specialities and teach you how to recognize the best and tastiest ingredients. At the end of the lesson, you will be released a certificate of participation and a recipe book.




Overnight in Florence

Day 4: Florence (B/-/-)

Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy your Breakfast and then full day dedicated to the discovery of Florence.



It is possible to participate in a guided walking tour that reaches the symbols of the city (Piazza Della Repubblica, Piazza Della Signoria, the Ponte Vecchio with the goldsmiths' shops), or a guided tour of one of the main museums: the Uffizi Galleries, with the masterpieces of the masters of the Italian Renaissance (Leonardo, Caravaggio, Raffaello, Tiziano, Botticelli and many others), or the Accademia Gallery, which houses the original of Michelangelo's famous statue of David.



Alternatively, you can go on half-day or full-day excursions to discover the neighbouring places of interest such as the Chianti district with its world-famous wines or Pisa the city of the Leaning Tower or more distant places but with an indisputable charm such as the Cinque Terre.

Day 5: Florence - Venice (B/-/-)

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast, make your own way (transfer not included) to the railway station to board the high-speed train to Venice S. Lucia. The journey takes about 2h 15'. After arriving, hotel accommodation, so in the afternoon there will be a 30-minute “gondola ride” with commentary via app on your mobile phone. The gondola, the iconic Venetian wooden boat, can accommodate up to 6 people and will be shared with other passengers.



Before dinner in Venice, it is traditional to have an aperitif based on “cichéti” (small snacks) in one of the many “bacari” (taverns) scattered along the “calli” (that is what the Venetian streets are called): a must experience to try, absolutely!



Alternatively, you can participate in the guided tour on ghosts and legends, an evocative itinerary in a mysterious and secret Venice.




Overnight in Venice

Day 6: Venice (B/-/-)

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

In the morning after breakfast, a full day dedicated to the discovery of Venice or its lagoon.



You can take a guided walking tour through the most famous places in the city (Piazza San Marco with the Basilica and the Clock Tower, the Rialto Bridge, Campo Santa Maria Formosa) and others less known; or a skip-the-line guided tour of the Doge's Palace, with the Doge's luxurious apartments and the famous Bridge of Sighs.



Alternatively, you can go on a boat trip to the islands of the Venice lagoon: Murano, known all over the world for its famous glass craftmanship; Burano, famous not only for its lace but also for the picturesque fishermen's houses all painted in bright colours; and Torcello, the first settlement centre in the lagoon.



For the sporty ones, there is also the option of a Venetian rowing lesson, a unique experience to learn traditional punting techniques and navigate the canals of the city.




Overnight in Venice

Day 7: Venice - Milan (B/-/-)

Location: Milan

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast, board the high-speed train to Milan. The journey takes about 2h 30 '. After arriving, hotel accommodation and free time for all to visit the city on ones own. A one-day ticket for the hop-on / hop-off tourist bus (with multilingual audio guide) is included, which can also be used to get around the city, ideal for those who want to go sightseeing on their own to discover the most famous symbols of Milan, such as the Duomo, the Castello Sforzesco, the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio and the Navigli, the famous canals, the very hub of the Milanese nightlife. You can continue your visit to the city with an unusual treasure hunt, an interactive and fun activity, or you can visit the Teatro alla Scala and its museum, a unique experience to discover one of the most famous theatre houses in the world.



Alternatively, you can give yourselves a nice shopping walk around, as Milan is the capital of Italian fashion, or to reach the city of Como, thanks to its proximity, with its enchanting lake.




Overnight in Milan.

Day 8: Milan - Usa / Canada (B/-/-)

Location: Milan

Accommodation Name: hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today, enjoy breakfast at the hotel and proceed with check out formalities and, at the appropriate time, make your own way (transfer not included) to the airport or the station.

What's Included

  • 07 Night accommodation on twin sharing basis at a listed hotel or similar

    Enjoy comfortable accommodation for 7 nights on a twin-sharing basis at a listed hotel or a similar establishment.

  • Daily breakfast

    Start each day with a delicious breakfast included in your stay.

  • Arrival transfer in Rome with private car/minibus

    Experience a hassle-free arrival in Rome with a private car or minibus transfer to your hotel.

  • Tours and sightseeing as per detailed itinerary

    Participate in various tours and sightseeing activities as outlined in the detailed itinerary.

  • 24h Hop on Hop Off ticket in Rome with English-speaking audio guide

    Explore Rome at your own pace with a 24-hour Hop on Hop Off ticket, complete with an English-speaking audio guide.

  • Daily Hop on Hop Off ticket in Milan with English-speaking audio guide

    Discover Milan with a daily Hop on Hop Off ticket, featuring an English-speaking audio guide.

  • 2nd class high-speed train ticket from Roma Termini to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station

    Travel from Rome to Florence with a 2nd class high-speed train ticket.

  • 2nd class high-speed train ticket from Firenze Santa Maria Novella station to Venezia St. Lucia station

    Journey from Florence to Venice with a 2nd class high-speed train ticket.

  • 2nd class high-speed train ticket from Venezia St. Lucia to Milano Centrale station

    Travel from Venice to Milan with a 2nd class high-speed train ticket.

  • Tasting of local products in Florence

    Enjoy a tasting session of local products in Florence.

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What's Not Included

  • Items of personal nature, tips & gratuities

    Expenses of a personal nature, including tips and gratuities, are not included.

  • Local city taxes to be paid directly at the hotels

    Local city taxes must be paid directly at the hotels.

  • Tourist city tax not included, to be paid on the spot

    Tourist city tax is not included and must be paid on the spot.

  • Items not mentioned as included

    Any items not specifically mentioned as included in the tour package are excluded.

Mode of Transport

Travel conveniently with 2nd class high-speed train tickets between Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan, along with private car/minibus transfers upon arrival in Rome.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights of comfortable accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels or similar, ensuring a pleasant stay throughout your journey.

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  • What type of transportation is included between cities?

    The tour includes 2nd class high-speed train tickets between Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan, along with private car/minibus transfers upon arrival in Rome.

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 7 nights of comfortable accommodation on a twin-sharing basis at listed hotels or similar establishments.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Daily breakfast is included in the tour package.

  • Is there a guided tour option in Rome?

    Yes, a 24-hour Hop on Hop Off ticket in Rome with an English-speaking audio guide is included, allowing you to explore the city at your own pace.

  • What activities are available in Florence?

    In Florence, you can enjoy a tasting session of local products, participate in a guided walking tour, or join a guided skip-the-line tour of the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore. There are also options for an Italian cooking lesson or excursions to nearby places like the Chianti district or Pisa.

  • What can I expect during the Venice portion of the tour?

    In Venice, you will have a 30-minute gondola ride shared with other passengers, and you can take a guided walking tour through famous places like Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge. There are also options for a skip-the-line guided tour of the Doge's Palace or a boat trip to the islands of the Venice lagoon.

  • What is included in the Milan segment of the tour?

    In Milan, a daily Hop on Hop Off ticket with an English-speaking audio guide is included, allowing you to visit famous landmarks like the Duomo, Castello Sforzesco, and the Navigli. You can also participate in activities like a treasure hunt or visit the Teatro alla Scala.

  • Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?

    Yes, expenses of a personal nature, tips and gratuities, local city taxes to be paid directly at the hotels, and tourist city tax are not included in the tour package.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.

  • If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?

    You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.

  • Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?

    In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes.

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

    Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.

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    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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