Taste of Italy

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8 Days, 1 Country. An unforgettable 8 Day Italy Tour Starting in Rome and covering all the highlights of this incredible country!
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Walking tours of Rome andFlorence with expert local guidesPhoto stop at the Leaning tower of PisaFree days to explore Venice and TuscanyExperience San Gimignano
    • Siena & Cinque Terre

What's this trip about?

    8 Days, 1 Country. An unforgettable 8 Day Italy Tour Starting in Rome and covering all the highlights of this incredible country!

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start City Rome
End City Rome

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Attractions

  • Cinque Terre
  • Florence
  • Lake Garda
  • Pisa
  • Rome
  • Siena
  • Tuscany
  • Venice

Activities

  • Culture
  • History

Trip includes

    • 7 nights' accommodation in twin rooms with private en-suite facilities
    • Single travellers have the option to pay a single supplement to ensure a private room
    • Services of your Expat tour leader, who will be on hand with advice and tips to ensure that you get the most from your trip
    • You can also book any of the optional excursions available during your tour with your tour leader – please see the 'Essential Information' tab for more details
    • 7 breakfasts, 1 Antipasto, 3 dinnersAll taxes and feesAny public transport used as part of the tour (excludes free days) Modern air conditioned coach with reclining seats, TV for showing DVDs, and toilet
    • 11 Experiences (including guided walking tours, orientation walks, driving tours of cities plus other exciting experiences) Free Expat Explore tour souvenir – a memorable gift of your once in a lifetime trip

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Itinerary

Day 1: Rome
Welcome to Rome, and one of our most popular Italy tours! The first day of the tour is an arrivals day: meet up with your tour guide at our accommodation in the afternoon and prepare for the tour of a lifetime! If you arrive early, head into the city and see some of the ...
Day 2: Rome
Today we’ll take a guided walking tour of the city, stopping off at the landmarks that have made Rome a perennial favourite with travellers all over the world. See ancient Roman architecture, medieval buildings, Renaissance artworks and more remnants of Rome’s illustriou...
Day 3: Orvieto - Venice
Leaving the capital behind, we'll drive through the region of Umbria. Known as the 'fruit bowl of Italy', it is famous for its produce, food and beautiful mountainous landscapes. Prepare for one of the most spectacular sights in Europe as we approach Orvieto, a city perc...
Day 4: Venice - Free day
You’ll start your day in Venice with an orientation tour led by your tour leader so you can get your bearings, after which you have free time to explore this unforgettable city at your leisure. Every visit to Venice should include a gondola ride, which your tour leader c...
Day 5: Lake Garda - Florence - Tuscany
Today, we make our way to the beautiful city of Florence, stopping along the way in Lake Garda for a photo opportunity. Then, we make our way to Florence for a guided walking tour. Learn more about the heritage of this city, which stretches back through the ages to encom...
Day 6: Pisa - Cinque Terre - Tuscany
This morning we head to La Spezia, the gateway to the Cinque Terre. Cinque Terre literally means ‘Five Lands’ and consists of five picturesque coastal cliff-side towns linked by rail and footpath - Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. With cars and ...
Day 7: San Gimignano - Siena - Rome
This morning we make our way through one of the world’s most picturesque countryside landscapes, admiring Tuscan farmhouses, vineyards and olive groves as we drive by. Our first stop of the day will be in San Gimignano, a small walled hill town. Known as the 'Town of Fin...
Day 8: End of tour
After breakfast, your 8 day Italian tour concludes. It is time to say your goodbyes to your fellow travellers, and of course, the incredible land of Italy. Arrivederci, Italia! Experiences If you would like to extend your stay in Rome after the tour, please contact u...

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Dates & Availability

Price From $1,090
Price per day$136
Last Updated: 3/7/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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