12 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package

Enjoy our thrilling 12 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package, taking you to the best sites of major cities like Rome, Florence, Venice, and Verona. Begin by skipping the lines at the Colosseum and Roman Forum to tour the ancient arena and column ruins. After a tasting tour, enter Vatican City with exclusive access to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. In Florence, see amazing architecture and indulge in more local tastings like cantucci dipped in Vin Santo. Your Tuscan journey continues in Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa. Enter the Doge’s Palace in Venice to wander the majestic halls and learn of its essential history. Let Milan’s tasty cuisine speak for itself as you indulge in gourmet stuffed potatoes, cured meats, and creamy gelato. Finally, get lost in the magic of Verona, Sirmione, and the glittering Lake Garda.

Looking to experience the best of Italy on your first visit? Look no further than our 12 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package, promising marvelous experiences, food tastings, skip-the-line tickets, hotel stays, and more. Leave the hassle of planning to us with smooth train transfers between major cities and expert tour guides. Book now to experience the highlights of Italy!

12 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package Highlights

Explore Rome's icons, such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
Enjoy skip-the-line tickets at The Vatican and Sistine Chapel
Visit outdoor landmarks in Florence and enjoy a delicious food tour
Discover the Tuscan countryside with visits to Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa
Travel with expert guides and smooth train transfers between major cities
Stay in stunning hotels for 11 comfortable nights
Experience Venice’s architecture and the cuisine of Milan
Stop in the romantic Verona, Lake Garda, and gorgeous Sirmione

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12 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package 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
In the afternoon see the icons of Rome and walk through the main squares, like Piazza Navona
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 Highlights of Italy Tour Package are approximate

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Important Details

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

Tastings on food tours may slightly vary based on availability and/or season

Participants are responsible for making their own way between the hotels and meeting points. Unless otherwise requested, included hotels are chosen for their close proximity to the meeting points

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)