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

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 Trevi Fountain. With skip-the-line tickets, enjoy easy access to the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel. Your exciting adventure continues in Florence, exploring more Renaissance sites without entering any museums. From outdoor landmarks to a sunset aperitivo, your Tuscan journey has just begun. Venture to the countryside where Siena, San Gimignano, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa await. In Venice, cross the Rialto Bridge to St. Mark’s Square, getting lost in the magic of the Floating City. Then, transfer to Milan to explore its rich history, ending your tour in the picturesque Verona, Lake Garda, and Sirmione.

For the traveling adventure-seeker, our 12 Day Best of Italy Tour Package – Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice & Milan tailor-made for you! Enjoy skip-the-line access to top sites like the Vatican Museum, and savor local flavors with scenic views. Our package includes expert guides and comfortable hotel stays as you explore Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice, and Milan with inclusive train tickets. Book today!

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

Explore Rome's iconic sites such as the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain
Enjoy skip-the-line tickets at The Vatican and Sistine Chapel
Uncover treasures in Florence, from outdoor landmarks to a sunset aperitivo
Discover the Tuscan countryside with visits to Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa
Travel with expert guides and stay in stunning hotels for 11 nights
Experience the magic of Venice and wander the charming streets of Milan
Enjoy inclusive train tickets, promising a hassle-free journey
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 - Rome

Explore the Colosseum
Enjoy a 2-hour break where you’ll have free time to discover local sites, like the Roman Forum and the Arch of Constantine
13:45 - Rejoin the tour group at the Spanish Steps (you are responsible for your own transport)
Visit the must-see sites of Rome on a guided walking tour: Piazza Venezia, the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, The church of Trinità dei Monti, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, and more
Enjoy food and drink tastings as you go, stopping off at iconic food vendors along the way
Explore the charming Trastevere neighborhood
Enjoy a traditional aperitivo
Overnight in Rome

Day 3 - Free Day in Rome

Enjoy a free day in Rome to explore famous landmarks or taste the best pasta in town
Overnight in Rome

Day 4 - Vatican

Visit the Vatican Museums
See the famous Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line tickets
Explore St. Peter's Basilica
Overnight in Rome

Day 5 - Transfer to Florence

Train transfer to Florence
Overnight in Florence

Day 6 - Florence

Explore Florence's iconic landmarks from the outside: Uffizi Gallery, Piazza della Signoria, Florence Duomo, and more. The first part of the tour ends at 14:00
Enjoy a 2h break
16:45 - Rejoin your group at the Storico Mercato Centrale (you are responsible for getting there on time)
Enjoy a tasting tour at Storico Mercato Centrale indoor market
Atop a luxurious rooftop, sip on a classic Italian aperitivo while watching the sunset
Overnight in Florence

Day 7 - Siena, Pisa & San Gimignano

Reach Siena and visit iconic medieval sites, such as the Duomo
Free time to shop or discover more of the city
Visit the hilltop town of San Gimignano (option to explore the town or have a local lunch)
In Pisa, see the famous Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery
Overnight in Florence

Day 8 - Transfer to Venice

Train transfer to Venice and enjoy a free afternoon
Overnight in Venice

Day 9 - Venice

See the Basilica S.Maria Gloriosa dei Frari, the largest church in the city
Cross the picturesque bridge of Ponte San Polo
At Rialto Market, sample local tastes: pasta, gelato, pizza and more local flavors
Cross the Rialto Bridge, the oldest bridge in Venice, to St. Marks Square
Admire the impressive Doge’s Palace with its Venetian Gothic-style building
Learn about the Bridge of Sighs, connecting the new prison and interrogation rooms of Doge's Palace
Finish the tour at Ponte Della Paglia the oldest stone bridge in Venice
Overnight in Venice

Day 10 - Transfer to Milan & Tour

Train transfer to Milan and head to your hotel before your tour
At noon, start your historic & aperitivo tour by visiting the Sforzesco Castle
Admire the castle from the outside and then
Stroll through Via Dante and reach the La Scala Theatre
Walk along Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
See the iconic Milan Duomo from the outside
Enjoy some free time and enjoy lunch
Stroll along the Navigli neighborhood for evening drinks
Overnight in Milan

Day 11 - Verona, Sirmione & Lake Garda

Arrive in Verona - famous for the love story of Romeo and Juliet
Enjoy an outdoor lunch at Centro Storico in Verona
Head to Sirmione, a village on Lake Garda
Enter the magical village located on the foothill of the lake through the ancient city
Pass through Scaligero Castle and continue along the shore
Return through the olive trees and enjoy a coffee or aperitivo beside the lake
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

Meals & tastings: Food tastings in Venice, Food tastings, Aperitivo & plate of cold cuts on the Florence tour, Food tastings, Aperitivo & local snacks on the Rome tour, 1 Aperitivo & local snacks on the Milan 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 opitimizes 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

Rome: The transfer from the Colosseum to the Spanish Steps is not included. All participants are responsible for their own transportation to the Spanish Steps following the 2-hour break. We highly recommend taking a taxi to ensure the tour continues on time

Florence: All participants are responsible for their own arrival at the Storico Mercato Centrale following the 2-hour break. Please be there on time to ensure the tour continues on time. The market is closed on Sundays, on that day, you will have tastings in local stores

Vatican: Shoulders and knees must be covered for both men, women, and children

Verona, Sirmione & Lake Garda: This is a self guided day as we believe you’ll best enjoy this area with self exploration

Cancellation Policy

Please note: From October 18, 2023, 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)