12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package – Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice & Milan

Visits Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Siena, Pisa, San Gimignano, Chianti, Milan, Verona, Lake Garda, Venice, SirmioneStarts in RomeAvailable Every Day - varies seasonallyClick on 'check availability' to view the calendar
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Our incredible 12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package is the best way to experience Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice & Milan with expert guides. Start in the magical city of Rome, visiting bucket-list sites like the Colosseum and Roman Forum. With skip-the-line tickets, enjoy easy access to the Colosseum, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Next, head to Florence and explore Renaissance sites without entering any museums. From outdoor landmarks to a delicious tasting tour, your Tuscan journey continues. Siena, San Gimignano, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa await with sweeping views of the rolling hills. In Venice, enter St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace with exclusive access and discover the treasures within. Be welcomed to Milan with a food tour of the city’s delicious bites, and end off in romantic Verona and dreamy Sirmione.

For the adventure-seeking traveler, our 12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package was tailor-made for you! Enjoy skip-the-line access to top sites like the Colosseum, savor local food tastings, and enjoy guided tours with experts. Not only will you relax in top-rated hotels, but you’ll also enjoy inclusive train transfers to ensure a smooth journey. Book today!

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12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package – Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice & Milan Highlights

  1. Explore Rome's iconic sites such as the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  2. Enjoy skip-the-line tickets at The Vatican and Sistine Chapel
  3. Learn about Florence’s outdoor landmarks and go on a food tour
  4. Discover the Tuscan countryside with visits to Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa
  5. Travel with expert guides, stay in stunning hotels, and enjoy smooth train transfers
  6. Experience Venice’s Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica
  7. Taste the best Milanese cuisine on an evening food tour
  8. Stop in the romantic Verona, Lake Garda, and gorgeous Sirmione
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12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package – Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice & Milan Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Rome
  • Optional airport transfer
  • Overnight in Rome
Day 2 - Colosseum & Rome Afternoon Food Tour
  • Tour the Colosseum Arena in-depth
  • Enjoy some free time
  • Visit Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
  • Explore the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, and Campo de Fiori
  • Stop at local food vendors sampling a range of local bites, like supplì, Roman pizza, cured meats, and more
  • Enjoy delicious complimentary beer
  • For dessert, indulge in classic tiramisu or gelato, paired with espresso
  • Overnight in Rome
Day 3 - Free Day in Rome
  • Free day to discover Rome’s other iconic sites, like the Trevi Fountain and world-famous restaurants
  • Overnight in Rome
Day 4 - Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica
  • Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line tickets
  • Explore St. Peter's Basilica
  • Overnight in Rome
Day 5 - Transfer to Florence
  • Train to Florence
  • Overnight in Florence
Day 6 - Florence & Evening Food Tour
  • Start at Piazza della Repubblica and learn about Florence’s medieval history
  • Walk through historic streets with tower houses, Renaissance palaces, and artists’ workshops
  • See the exterior sites of Dante’s house, the Duomo, and the Baptistery
  • Stroll Via Tornabuoni and Via Maggio for designer boutiques and antique shops
  • Cross Santa Trinita and Ponte Vecchio into the artisan-filled Oltrarno district
  • From the outside, marvel at Orsanmichele, Santa Maria Novella, Ruccellai, and Strozzi Palaces
  • Visit the interior of Santa Trinita Church to spot amazing art and frescoes
  • Discover the Pitti Palace, Santa Felicita, and the Vasari Corridor
  • Later, stroll down the streets learning of Florentine culinary secrets
  • Stop at several secret eateries, tasting delicious flavors
  • Drink Tuscan wine with the locals
  • Enjoy traditional dishes, like Schiacciata bread, pasta, and Pappa al Pomodoro
  • For dessert, enjoy either cantucci (in the winter) or cool gelato (in the summer)
  • End off with cantucci dipped into Vino Santo (dessert wine)
  • Overnight in Florence
Day 7 - Siena, Pisa & San Gimignano
  • Explore Siena’s medieval streets, Piazza del Campo, and the Duomo
  • Free time for shopping, wandering, or grabbing some coffee
  • Visit a family-run Chianti vineyard for a wine tasting
  • Pair cantucci with Vino Santo, in classic Tuscan tradition
  • Enjoy a Tuscan lunch with homemade pasta, cured meats, local cheeses, and more
  • Visit the hilltop town of San Gimignano
  • Take a scenic drive through Tuscany to Pisa
  • Marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, a worldly icon
  • Overnight in Florence
Day 8 - Transfer to Venice
  • Train to Venice
  • Overnight in Venice
Day 9 - Venice
  • Enter Doge’s Palace with skip-the-line tickets
  • Marvel at the stunning interior and learn about its royal history
  • Skip the lines at St Mark's Basilica to explore one of Italy’s most famous landmarks
  • Overnight in Venice
Day 10 - Transfer to Milan & Evening Food Tour
  • Train to Milan
  • Start your food tour with a Milanese aperitivo in the vibrant Navigli area
  • Sample tasty street foods and drinks - from pizza cones to cocktails - all while learning of Milan's rich culinary past
  • Enjoy a curated selection of local drinks
  • Overnight in Milan
Day 11 - Verona, Sirmione & Lake Garda
  • Tour the romantic city of Verona
  • See the Capulet balcony from Romeo & Juliet
  • Visit the 1st-century Roman amphitheater
  • Explore Piazza Mercato and other architectural gems in downtown Verona
  • Free time for lunch, shopping, or relaxing at a cafe
  • Continue to Sirmione, an ancient fortified village on Lake Garda
  • Optional boat tour on Lake Garda
  • Overnight in Milan
Day 12 - Departure
  • Optional airport transfer
NB - all timings on 12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package – Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice & Milan are approximate

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Includes
All touring and accommodation
Trains: Rome-Florence, Florence-Venice Venice-Milan
Entrance fees: Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine & Imperial Forum, Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums, Skip-the-line entrance to the Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica
Meals & tastings: Food tastings during the Food tours in Rome, Florence & Milan, Lunch & Wine tasting on the Tuscany day tour
Excludes
Anything not mentioned above
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
Essential Information
Each day of this tour package will be led by a local guide who optimizes Tourist Italy's values: to provide you with an authentic, passion-filled tour
Choose your own hotel from our hand-picked selection during the booking process
The order of the days is subject to change so that we can optimize your itinerary to provide the best experience
During the booking process, it's possible to add extra nights of accommodation before or after the tour package
During the booking process, it's possible to add a private airport transfer
Transfers between hotels and train stations are not included in the package
Colosseum: Please note: Depending on ticket availability, we will start either at the Colosseum or the Roman Forum/Palatine Hill
Vatican: At times, certain sites may be inaccessible to the public; in such cases, the itinerary will be adjusted accordingly while still guaranteeing an in-depth experience
Vatican: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children
Please note that while we aim to follow the outlined Florence itinerary on day 6, there is always a chance of slight itinerary changes
Cancellation Policy
Please note: It is mandatory to provide a first and last name during the Colosseum ticket booking process. Upon issuing, the ticket becomes non-refundable. Guest must ensure they have their passport with them on the day of the tour to guarantee entry. In case of incorrect personal data, access to the Colosseum will be denied
As a result of the above policy, the Colosseum part of the tour is non-refundable
The train tickets are non-refundable
The remaining tours are subject to the general cancellation policy and can be canceled up to 4 weeks before the start of the package with a 95% refund (5% handling fee)