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Dates & Pricing:

Tour begins in Rome on Friday and concludes in Florence on Thursday.
If you need a flight from the USA, your departure date will be one day earlier than listed below.  

All prices are per person. 

Month	Date	Price
January	13	$1,372
February	10	$1,372
March	23	$1,372
April	20	$1,463
May	4, 11, 18, 25	$1,867
June	1, 8, 15, 22, 29	$1,867
July	13	$1,867
September	7, 14, 21, 28	$1,867
October	5, 12, 19, 26	$1,867
November	2, 9	$1,382

Grey dates are sold out.  Availability is subject to change - Tour is on Requst Only

Arrival and Departure Private Transfers can be arranged if you wish.

Rome FCO Airport to Rome Hotel	On Request
Rome Railway Station to Rome Hotel	On Request
Florence Hotel to Florence Airport	On Request
Florence Hotel to Florence Railway Station	On Request

 

 

Day by Day Itinerary:

Day 1: Friday - Arrival Welcome to Italy!
Upon arrival at Rome airport please proceed through the Passport Control and collect your luggage inside the customs area. Transfer on your own to the hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore the Eternal City. In the evening, meeting at the hotel with tour host which will provide information regarding the program and literature of the destination that are about to be visited.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 2: Saturday - Vatican [breakfast, dinner]
After breakfast, transfer to the Vatican for a guided visit of the Museum. Vatican art and history have always left a profound impression on visitors to Rome: discover the masterpieces of Greek and Roman ancient art, works of Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. After the tour ends, return to the hotel by private coach. Afternoon available to explore the town. In the evening, enjoy a tasty dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 3: Sunday - Rome [breakfast, dinner]
Morning at leisure to explore on your own the many squares of Rome or just stroll around the city. Meet in the afternoon to live the history of ancient Rome.this itinerary will give you the opportunity to learn about the mythical origins, the thousands years of history and legendary heroes who made Rome “Caput Mundi with a visit to the Colosseum. Once inside, breathe the bloody past of the amphitheater and its atmosphere lead by passionate and expert guides. tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a traditional Roman trattoria, away from the touristic crowds and amongst the locals.
Overnight in Rome.

Day 4: Monday - Siena and San Gimignano [breakfast, lunch]
In the morning, meeting with the driver and departure to the Siena. The drive itself is a magnificent path along the roads of Tuscany,where it is possible to enjoy the view of hills covered by vineyards, olives tree, small villages and original bell towers. Upon arrival in Siena, meeting with your local guide in hotel and departure for a walking tour of Siena, probably Italy's loveliest medieval city. Siena's heart is Il Campo or Campo's square, where the famous horse race Il Palio, that takes place two times each summer. The town offers magnificent masterpieces and incredible views. lunch will be served in a typical farm house outside the town, where it is possible to see the hills covered by vineyards and olive trees. Continue to Florence and en route stop in san Gimignano. Free time in town. San Gimignano is listed as a World Heritage site and fascinates for its medieval look. Its high towers create a unique skyline. Enjoy the village on your own. Arrival in Florence late afternoon.
Overnight in Florence.

Day 5: Tuesday - Florence [breakfast, dinner]
In the morning, enjoy a walking tour of the city with guide. Lorenzo de Medici transformed Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance by attracting the best artists, architects and writers of the time such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli to whom he commissioned various works. Visit Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Dome with Giotto's bell tower, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Florence on your own,visiting the Uffizi or the Accademia or taking the opportunity to visit Pisa or Lucca.Dinner will be served in a local Tuscan restaurant.
Overnight in Florence.

Day 6: Wednesday - Chianti [breakfast, dinner]
Breakfast. Full day visit of Chianti area with wine and cheese tasting along scenic roads. Farewell dinner will be served in a local restaurant in Florence.
Overnight in Florence.

Day 7: Thursday - Departure [breakfast]
Breakfast. Independent transfer to airport or Railways Station in connection with your own flight/train.

 

 

Hotels:

In Rome:
Ponte Sisto 4*, Empire 4*

In Florence:
Berchielli 4* , Hotel Brunelleschi 4*

*Hotel may be substituted with similar category hotel

 

To book this Group Tour, call our Group Specialist at 1-800-ITALY-25 and ask for the Best of Tuscany hosted tour today!

Best of Tuscany is a hosted small group tour with a maximum of 16 participants, so you won't be on a huge tour bus, but you will have all the benefits of an organized tour, with scheduled visits and guides to great locations.  This is a great way to experience some special cities in the North of Italy. These are guaranteed departures, no risk of the tour being canceled. Even with just 2 people booked, we assure that all your visits and inclusions are still handled as promised.

If you have a small group on your own, book this tour all to yourself - only 10 participants required! If you don't have 10, don't worry, just bring your small group and join some others on the tour - you'll have a wonderful Italy Vacation!