Real Italy
Real Italy
$3675
Real Italy
10 Days Starting and ending in Rome, Italy
Visiting: Rome, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Sorrento, Capri, Pompeii
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WITMM19
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy with the "Real Italy" tour, where you'll explore iconic cities and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in Rome, delving into its rich history with visits to the Vatican Museums and the Colosseum. Travel through the picturesque Apennine Mountains to Venice, where you'll witness the art of glassblowing and cruise to St. Mark's Square. Discover the medieval charm of Bologna and the Renaissance splendor of Florence, enjoying a traditional lunch with the Landi family. Experience the stunning Amalfi Coast from Sorrento, and take a scenic ferry to the glamorous Isle of Capri. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the ancient ruins of Pompeii before returning to Rome. Throughout your journey, stay in carefully selected hotels and enjoy the expertise of a professional driver and Travel Director, ensuring a seamless and enriching Italian experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza St. Peter's
Meals Included: Dinner
2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a centre 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. Your launch pad to an epic Italian tour begins in the Eternal City of Rome. Tread in the footsteps of gods and goddesses, emperors and gladiators as you explore its ancient streets before joining your Travel Director for dinner.
Day 2: Rome Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza St. Peter's
Meals Included: Breakfast
Unlock local secrets on a tour of the Vatican Museums with a Local Specialist. Admire Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Later, cross the Tiber into Ancient Rome and enjoy a guided in depth experience visiting the Colosseum, before seeing Circus Maximus, once the site of celebrated chariot races. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Rome on your own or relax in one of the city's piazzas watching the world go by.
Day 3: Rome To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Principe
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Pass the hilltop towns of Orte and Orvieto as you cross the steep Apennine Mountains. Enjoy a refreshing lunch stop before arriving in Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic.
Day 4: Venice Orientation And Free Time
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Principe
Meals Included: Breakfast
The culture of Venice springs to life as you watch the delicate craft of Venetian glassblowing at a glassblowing workshop on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience. Take a private cruise to St. Mark's Square, sharing the city's waterways with ferries, gondolas and yachts. Be dazzled by the Byzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and the ornate Doge's Palace before spending the rest of the afternoon on your own exploring the labyrinthine calli or enjoying a refreshing spritz.
Day 5: Journey To Bologna And Florence
Location: Bologna
Accommodation Name: Grand Mediterraneo
Meals Included: Breakfast
The northern Italian city of Bologna’s vibrant, red-tiled houses, and medieval Renaissance structures take centre stage today as your Local Specialist points out the key features. Tonight, opt for a one-of-a-kind experience in the picturesque Tuscan Hills to dine on delicious food and wine.
Day 6: Florence Sightseeing And Free Time
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Grand Mediterraneo
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The birthplace of the Renaissance, with its world-class museums and Tuscan cuisine, Florence offers one remarkable sight after the next. Join a Local Specialist ticking off the must-sees of this epic city. See the Multi-coloured Duomo with its impressive dome engineered by Brunelleschi and the gilded doors of the Baptistery. The rest of the afternoon is yours to explore a city that inspired artists, poets and painters to create masterpieces. Consider a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's statue of David, enjoy spectacular views from Piazza Michelangelo or marvel at the Medici legacy at the Palazzo Vecchio. This evening, you'll Connect with Locals on a Be My Guest experience.
Day 7: Journey To The Bay Of Naples And Sorrento
Location: Sorrento
Accommodation Name: Johanna Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel through the Campanian plains to the Bay of Naples, which lies in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius. Your home for the next two nights - and introduction to the Amalfi Coast - is the clifftop town of Sorrento. Admire the pastel rainbow of colourful houses stacked upon one another. Perhaps take a stroll overlooking the warm Mediterranean waters before dinner at your hotel.
Day 8: Isle Of Capri Excursion And Free Time
Location: Capri
Accommodation Name: Johanna Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
We cross the Bay of Naples today by ferry to the glamorous Isle of Capri. This chic island playground is packed with sights you'll discover with a Local Specialist. Take time to soak up the sophistication of this lovely island and consider an optional experience to explore more of what Capri has to show you.
Day 9: Discover Sorrento, Pompeii And Rome
Location: Pompeii
Accommodation Name: Shangri-La Roma
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
There’s no better place to learn about Italy’s ancient history than in Pompeii. Explore the tragic immortalisation of this civilisation preserved by volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted. Your Local Specialist reveals secrets on a walking tour as you learn about the day-to-day life of the city's former residents. Your Italian tour ends in Rome where you join your Travel Director and fellow traveling companions for dinner, celebrating in true Italian style.
Day 10: Depart Rome
Location: Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's time to bid Italy a fond arrivederci. Transfers are available to Rome Fiumicino Airport.
What's Included
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On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
Accommodation may be substituted with hotels of similar standard and location if necessary.
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Porterage and gratuities at restaurants are included in the tour package.
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing experiences.
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Stay in carefully selected hotels that are tried and trusted for quality and comfort.
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
The tour includes the services of an expert Travel Director and a professional driver.
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
The tour includes must-see sightseeing experiences and surprise extras.
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Optional Experiences and free time
The itinerary includes optional experiences and free time for personal exploration.
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Daily breakfast and up to half of your evening meals are included in the tour.
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Transport Description
Travel through Italy with a professional driver, enjoying scenic ferry rides to the Isle of Capri and private launches to St. Mark's Square in Venice.
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Accommodation Description
Stay in cherry-picked hotels such as Crowne Plaza St. Peter's in Rome, Principe in Venice, Grand Mediterraneo in Florence, and Johanna Park in Sorrento.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included in the tour package.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Optional Tours
Optional tours and activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees and related expenses are not included in the tour package.
Dining Summary
5 Dinner (D)9 Breakfast (B)
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the tour?
The tour includes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Venice where you can watch the delicate craft of Venetian glassblowing, supporting sustainable cities and communities. Additionally, there is a Be My Guest experience in Florence where you will enjoy a traditional lunch with the Landi family at their home, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves.
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes travel through Italy with a professional driver, scenic ferry rides to the Isle of Capri, and private launches to St. Mark's Square in Venice, ensuring a seamless and picturesque journey.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals. Additionally, there is a traditional Be My Guest lunch included in Florence.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
You will stay in cherry-picked hotels such as Crowne Plaza St. Peter's in Rome, Principe in Venice, Grand Mediterraneo in Florence, and Johanna Park in Sorrento, offering comfort and convenience throughout your Italian journey.
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What is the significance of the Jubilee Year mentioned in the itinerary?
The Jubilee Year is a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a center of celebration. It will take place between December 24, 2024, and December 31, 2025, and may lead to adjustments in the itinerary to ensure you make the most of your time in Rome.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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