Art Cities of Italy, Private Tour

Art Cities of Italy, Private Tour

Rome

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

Days 1-2
A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
Florence

A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy

Days 3-4
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
Venice

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

Days 5-6
View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy
Milan

View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy

Days 7-8

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Italy's most iconic art cities with our "Art Cities of Italy, Private Tour." Begin in Rome, where you'll explore the Eternal City's rich archaeological and artistic treasures. Next, travel to Florence, the "city of dreams," renowned for its timeless art and stunning views. Continue to Venice, the enchanting "City of Canals," with its winding waterways and striking architecture. Finally, visit Milan, a global hub of fashion and design. This private tour includes guided visits, luxurious accommodations, and seamless transportation, ensuring a culturally immersive and comfortable experience. ...more ...less

Highlights

  • Rome: one of the most important tourist destinations of the world, due to the incalculable immensity of its archaeological and art treasures.

  • Florence: a captivating Italy destination with an abundance of timeless art, rustic Tuscan cuisine, incredible boutique shopping, and mesmerizing views.

  • Venice: known as the "City of Canals," "The Floating City," and "Serenissima," with its winding canals, striking architecture, and beautiful bridges.

  • Milan: one of the most important cities of the fashion world, also considered a leading alpha global city in the fields of art, design, education, entertainment, and tourism.

  • Walking tour in Rome City Centre, including Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Fontana di Trevi.

  • Visit to the colorful island of Murano for a glassmaking demonstration and shopping in Burano.

  • Walking tour in Milan to see Sforzesco Castle, Piazza Mercanti, Piazza Della Scala, Milan Cathedral, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

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

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

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

Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy

Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy

Itinerary

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Day 1 : ARRIVAL ROME

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

Location: Rome

Accommodation Name: Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Upon arrival at Rome Airport get onto your transfer to the hotel. Spend the rest of the day exploring the City of Seven Hills at your leisure. Enjoy your time getting to know the Eternal City, where you can simply breathe art and history at every corner. A seamless blend of old and new, Rome has something to offer to everyone, whether you are looking for historical factoids or landmarks, or simply looking to go on a shopping spree in Campo de Fiori or in Via Veneto. Don’t forget to seek out a nice restaurant in which to wrap up your first day with a plate of fresh Italian pasta.


Overnight in Rome. 


Day 2 : ROME

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

Location: Rome

Accommodation Name: Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Wake up to an American buffet breakfast at the hotel. In the morning enjoy a walking tour of Rome City Centre. Take a stroll that will take you to the Piazza Navona, the world-famous Pantheon and the stunning Fontana di Trevi. Don’t forget to make a wish and toss a coin into its glimmering waters! After the tour spend the rest of the day at leisure.


Overnight in Rome. 


Day 3 : ROME – SIENA – FLORENCE (310km – 3.5hrs)

A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy
Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy
A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy

Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart from Rome to Siena, a beautiful medieval city renowned for the Palio horses race. Discover along the streets, Palazzo Salimbeni, built in the 14th century. Visit the main square of the town, Piazza del Campo, a beautiful seashell shaped square, where the famous Palio horse race is held every year on July 2nd and August 16th. Do not miss the chance to discover the impressive facade of the Cathedral dedicated to the Virgin Mary, covered with colourful local marble, where you can admire several artists such as Michelangelo, Donatello, and Bernini. Before you go, don’t forget to taste the typical local dishes such as “Pici” homemade pasta and the almond biscuits “ricciarelli”, symbols of the town. Then proceed to Florence for check-in.


Overnight in Florence.


Day 4 : FLORENCE

A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy
Aerial View of Ponte Vecchio Bridge, Florence, Italy
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy
A beautiful view of Florence and the basilica, Italy
The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Italy

Location: Florence

Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast meet our local guide to visit the fascinating backstreets of mysterious Florence: from Piazza del Duomo, with its Baptistery and Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral to Ponte Vecchio, from Piazza Della Signoria with its Palazzo Vecchio and Loggia dell’Orcagna up to the central avenues paved with stone, where you will find authentic masterpieces whenever you direct your gaze. An intense and concentrated tour in the very heart of Florence will uncover the many wonderful “must see” places of interest. Free time for lunch and in the afternoon your tour leader will accompany you to discover the excellence of traditional local productions. Visit one of the most famous jewellery where you can admire the collections of  Florentine goldsmith masters; walk around the San Lorenzo leather market that will offer you high quality products, made with high-grade leather and processed according to the most traditional methods giving life to the classic elegance of Florentine lathers bags, shoes and jackets. Finally, visit an old perfume workshop which still produces fragrances using the medieval monks' methods and recipes.


 Overnight in Florence.


Day 5 : FLORENCE – VERONA – VENICE (350km – 4hrs)

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

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

Enjoy an American buffet breakfast at the hotel, before checking out to depart to Venice. Along the way you will stop in Verona.  Explore the streets of the historical center, that was proclaimed  UNESCO World Heritage site.  Be fascinated by the gem of the city: the ancient Roman arena built in 30 AD. It is very well preserved and can host over 30,000 people. After taking some photos of the arena, head to the former home of the famed opera singer, Maria Callas. Then move on to Juliet's House, the structure that inspired Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Wander back to Piazza Bra and have time for lunch. Next, proceed to Venice for check-in.


Overnight in Venice.


Day 6 : VENICE – MURANO – BURANO – VENICE (2hrs by boats)

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

Location: Venice

Accommodation Name: Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel ride a boat with your assistant across the Venetian Lagoon to the colorful island of Murano to get an inside peek into the world-famous glass-blowing factories of this island.  Get a glassmaking demonstration from a master craftsman, and enjoy time browsing the factory showroom featuring finished works of art. Next, visit Burano for a walk and shopping. Afterwards, get on a boat back to Venice.


Overnight in Venice.


Day 7 : VENICE – MILAN (270km – 2.5hrs by train)

View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy
Sforza Castle, Milan city
Naviglio Canal, Milan
Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy

Location: Milan

Accommodation Name: Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast at the hotel, check out and depart for Milan by train. Upon arrival in Milan check-in and meet your guide for a walking tour to see the city highlights: Sforzesco Castle, medieval Piazza Mercanti, and Piazza Della Scala. Admire the marble facade of Milan Cathedral and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the oldest shopping malls in the world. Conclude your tour in the historic Piazza del Duomo.


Overnight in Milan.


Day 8 : MILAN DEPARTURE

Milan Cathedral, Milan, Italy
Naviglio Canal, Milan
View of the Peace Arch in Milan, Italy
Sforza Castle, Milan city

Location: Milan

Meals Included: Breakfast

After breakfast, at the agreed time meet your driver and drive to Milan Malpensa Airport for your return flight.


What's Included

TOUR GUIDE: 

  • Operated with private English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking local guides during visits of Rome, Siena, Florence, Verona and Milan (Day 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7)
  • Local assistance in Venice ( Day 5, 6, 7) 

ACCOMMODATION:

  • 7 night’s accommodation

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Rome

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Day 3-4 Florence

Superior Hotel Category = HGrand Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*

Day 5-6 Venice

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amadeus or similar 4*

Day 7 Milan

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre-night in Rome

Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Post-night in Milan

Superior Hotel Category =Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*

MEALS:

  • 7 Breakfasts

TRANSPORT:

  • Private transport from Rome Airport to the hotel (Day1)
  • High-speed train from Venice to Milan, 1st class ticket (Day 7)
  • Private car or minivan transportation throughout the tour
  • Private water taxi in Venice (Day 6)
  • Private transport from the hotel to Milan Airport (Day 8)

ENTRANCE FEES & ACTIVITES:

  • All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: walking tour in Rome (Day 2); walking tour in Siena (Day 3); walking tour in Florence (Day 4); walking tour in Verona (Day 5); tour by boat to Murano and Burano (Day 6); walking tour in Milan (Day7)
  • Siena entrance fees tickets 
  • Verona card 


What's Not Included

  • Entrance Tickets

    Entrance ticket to any site or venue in Rome, Florence and Milan.

  • City Tax

    City tax not included, payable on the spot.

  • Flights

    International or domestic flights.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees.

  • Drinks

    Drinks during meals.

  • Optional Tours

    Optional tours (if any).

  • Unmentioned Visits

    Any visit not mentioned in the program.

  • Tips and Gratuities

    Tips and gratuities.

  • Personal Expenditures

    Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program.

  • Additional Drinks and Fees

    Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any).

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.

Requirements

Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.

Please Note

  • You may be required to fill in a form to be exempt from paying the Venice Access Fee that is applicable between April and July. Please visit the website to check if you should apply for the exemption - https://cda.ve.it/en/
  • Only one bag per person allowed (any size) plus one hand luggage
  • We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
  • Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
  • No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed  



Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Rome

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Day 3-4 Florence

  • Superior Hotel Category = HGrand Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*

Day 5-6 Venice

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*

Day 7 Milan

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre-night in Rome

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Post-night in Milan

  • Superior Hotel Category =Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*





Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with private transport from Rome Airport, high-speed train from Venice to Milan, private car or minivan throughout the tour, and private water taxi in Venice.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights of accommodation in superior 4-star hotels, including Hotel Ariston in Rome, Grand Hotel Adriatico in Florence, Hotel San Cassiano in Venice, and Hotel NH Macchiavelli in Milan.

Accommodation options

ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Day 1-2 Rome

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Day 3-4 Florence

  • Superior Hotel Category = HGrand Hotel Adriatico or similar 4*

Day 5-6 Venice

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Amadeus or similar 4*

Day 7 Milan

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*

OPTIONAL EXTRA

Pre-night in Rome

  • Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Ariston or similar 4*

Post-night in Milan

  • Superior Hotel Category =Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar 4*





Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of guides will be available during the tour?

    The tour will be operated with private English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian-speaking local guides during visits to Rome, Siena, Florence, Verona, and Milan. Additionally, there will be local assistance in Venice.

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7 nights of accommodation in 4-star hotels. The specific hotels are Hotel Ariston or similar in Rome, Grand Hotel Adriatico or similar in Florence, Hotel San Cassiano or similar in Venice, and Hotel NH Macchiavelli or similar in Milan.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, the tour package includes 7 breakfasts.

  • What transportation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes private transport from Rome Airport to the hotel, high-speed train from Venice to Milan with a 1st class ticket, private car or minivan transportation throughout the tour, private water taxi in Venice, and private transport from the hotel to Milan Airport.

  • Are entrance fees and activities included in the tour?

    Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included. This includes walking tours in Rome, Siena, Florence, Verona, and Milan, as well as a tour by boat to Murano and Burano.

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

    On the first day, upon arrival at Rome Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Rome at your leisure.

  • What activities are planned for the second day in Rome?

    On the second day, after breakfast, there will be a walking tour of Rome City Centre, including visits to Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, and the Fontana di Trevi. The rest of the day is free for leisure.

  • What will we do in Florence on the fourth day?

    In Florence, you will have a guided tour of the city's backstreets, including Piazza del Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria, and more. In the afternoon, you will visit a famous jewelry store, the San Lorenzo leather market, and an old perfume workshop.

  • What can we expect during the visit to Venice on the sixth day?

    In Venice, you will take a boat ride to the island of Murano for a glassmaking demonstration and visit the factory showroom. Afterwards, you will visit Burano for a walk and shopping before returning to Venice.

  • What are the highlights of the walking tour in Milan on the seventh day?

    The walking tour in Milan includes visits to Sforzesco Castle, Piazza Mercanti, Piazza Della Scala, Milan Cathedral, and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, concluding in Piazza del Duomo.

  • Do you offer any travel insurance?

    We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure. 

  • When are there specific hotel names confirmed?

    Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers

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

    You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.

  • What does the price include?

    What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.

  • Are Visa fees included in the price?

    No, visa fees are not included

  • Is there any option for solo traveller?

    Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.

  • Are flights included in the tour?

    No, they are not included

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Art Cities of Italy, Private Tour

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

Visiting: Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan

Tour operator:

Tui Italia

Tour code:

727088

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

VERY_EASY

Age range:

10-

Tour operated in:

English , French , German , Spanish

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, History

From: $4080 (USD)

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

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