8 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package

Our 8 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package goes above and beyond your typical tourist experience. Journey across timeless cities, beginning in Rome, wandering across iconic landmarks like the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, and more. Stop at food vendors to indulge in culinary delights before taking in the magic of Vatican City. Enter with skip-the-line tickets and be in awe of St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel. Next, head to Florence, where Renaissance architecture abounds, followed by a street food tour of local favorites. Discover more Tuscan gems in the nearby towns of Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa. End your exciting trip in Venice, where you’ll immerse yourself in rich culture and history, stopping at Bacari bars and sampling more delicious treats. Before your week-long adventure ends, enjoy exclusive access to the stunning Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica.

Have a week to experience Italy? Our 8 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package has got you covered! With expert guides, great hotels, and inter-city trains, your journey to Rome, Florence, Tuscany, and Venice will be the highlight of your year. Enjoy a week of Italian highlights, authentic cuisine, and amazing adventures. Book today!

8 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package Highlights

Explore Rome’s iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and the Roman Forum
Uncover the artistic treasures of Vatican City and St. Peter’s Basilica
Stop in the Tuscan towns of Siena, San Gimignano, and Pisa
For a week, stay in top-rated hotels and enjoy relaxing train transfers
Throughout your journey, gain insight from local expert guides
Discover Florence’s highlights, witnessing its great outdoor landmarks
Taste the remarkable cuisines of Rome, Florence, and Venice on food tours
Take in the marvelous architecture of Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica

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8 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 - Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica & Transfer to Florence

Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line tickets
Explore St. Peter's Basilica
Train to Florence
Overnight in Florence

Day 4 - 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 5 - Siena, San Gimignano & Pisa

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 (outside), a worldly icon
Overnight in Florence

Day 6 - Transfer to Venice & Bacari Tour

Train to Venice
Start your food tour with a Venetian Aperol Spritz
Stop at local eateries to try savory bites like crostini, cured meats, cheeses, and truffle sauces
Taste warm Venetian dishes such as risotto, Mozzarella in Carrozza, and codfish with cornmeal
End with authentic Italian gelato with a view of the canals
Overnight in Venice

Day 7 - Venice

Skip the lines and step inside the Doge’s Palace to explore its grand halls and rich political past
Admire the stunning interiors and hidden stories of Venetian power
Enjoy fast-track entry to St. Mark’s Basilica, a masterpiece of mosaics and history
Overnight in Venice

Day 8 - Departure

Optional airport transfer

NB - all timings on 8 Day Highlights of Italy Tour Package are approximate

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Important Details

Includes

All touring and accommodation

Trains: Rome-Florence, Florence-Venice

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 Rome, Florence & Venice Food Tour, Lunch & Wine tasting on the Tuscany day tour

Excludes

Anything not mentioned above

Personal travel insurance

Gratuities

Essential Information

Each day will be led by an expert local guide to provide an enhanced experience along Tourist Journey's values

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

Florence: Please note that while we aim to follow the outlined Florence itinerary on day 4, 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)