Best of Italy by Train - 10 days

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Travel from Venice to Rome using Italy's high speed rail network on this 10-day group tour. Enjoy a guided walking tour and gondola ride in the Canal City before moving on to Florence, Cradle of the Renaissance. Venture to Tuscany to see the historic walls of Siena and the medieval towers of San Gimignano, and take in the ancient ruins of Pompeii. Stay for th...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Venice - Take in the sights of the city on a walking tour, visit a Murano glass factory and experience a ride on a traditional gondola
    • Florence - See the highlights of the city on a guided tour, enjoy an included steak dinner and spend a full day sightseeing at leisure
    • Siena - Visit this famous UNESCO-listed town, known for its narrow streets and picturesque town square
    • San Gimignano - Marvel at the 14 historic soaring towers of this medieval town and enjoy wine tasting at a local vineyard
    • Pompeii - Learn the history and tragedy of the most famous eruption in history and learn about the lives of those who lived in Pompeii
    • Capri - Discover the famous Blue Grotto sea cave (weather permitting), take a boat tour around the island and enjoy free time to explore
    • Amalfi Coast - Enjoy a cruise along the Amalfi Coast as you marvel at the vibrant colours and stunning views of the seaside towns
    • Rome - Uncover the highlights of the Italian capital with both a walking tour and a ticket to ride the Hop-On Hop-Off bus

What's this trip about?

    Travel from Venice to Rome using Italy's high speed rail network on this 10-day group tour. Enjoy a guided walking tour and gondola ride in the Canal City before moving on to Florence, Cradle of the Renaissance. Venture to Tuscany to see the historic walls of Siena and the medieval towers of San Gimignano, and take in the ancient ruins of Pompeii. Stay for three nights in charming Sorrento, with an included day trip to Capri and an Amalfi Coast cruise. End in Rome, with a guided walking tour and included tickets to the Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour service, plus a farewell group dinner in Trastevere.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 25 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityVenice
End CityRome

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Attractions

  • Florence
  • Isle of Capri
  • Naples
  • Positano
  • Rome
  • Siena
  • Venice

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 25

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 25

Trip includes

    • 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners
    • 9 nights in 4-star hotels
    • Escorted by a professional English and French-speaking tour leader, with local English-speaking guides for included sightseeing
    • 3 high speed trains from Venice - Florence, Florence - Naples & Naples - Rome
    • All other relevant transportation in private, air-conditioned vehicles
    • Worry free luggage service (1 piece of luggage per passenger)
    • Walking tour with glass factory visit and Gondola ride in Venice
    • Guided walking tour in Florence
    • Bistecca dinner in Florence
    • Siena, Chianti & San Gimignano excursion including lunch & wine tasting
    • Guided visit to Pompeii
    • Full day Capri excursion
    • Full day Amalfi Coast cruise excursion
    • Hop on Hop Off Ticket in Rome (valid for 24 hours) & walking tour of Baroque Rome
    • Farewell dinner in Rome
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Venice

Welcome to the Canal City of Venice. Make your own way to our hotel and check in. In the afternoon, meet your Tour Leader and the rest of the group in the hotel lobby and set off on a walking tour with an expert local guide to uncover the charm of Venice, famously kno...

Day : 2 Florence

Venice - Florence. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before we visit a Murano glass factory to learn about the ancient art of glassblowing and sculpting. You'll then have some free time to wander the Canal City at leisure, before we depart from Florence in the afternoon. ...

Day : 3 Siena

Florence - Siena - Chianti - San Gimignano - Florence. After breakfast, we set off to experience the best of Tuscany. Our adventure begins in Siena, renowned for its medieval walls and the famous Palio horse race, held annually in the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. We...

Day : 4 Florence

Today is completely free for you to further explore Florence at your own pace. If you wish to visit the Uffizi Gallery or any other of the city's attractions, we recommend booking your ticket in advance. Alternatively you could take a day trip to Cinque Terre, or other Tuscan treasures like Pisa or Lucca.

Day : 5 Naples

Florence - Naples - Pompeii - Sorrento. Say farewell to Florence as we check out after breakfast and make our way to the train station. Boarding a high-speed train to Naples, you can sit back and relax for the scenic three-hour journey. On arrival, we transfer to the ...

Day : 6 Capri

Sorrento - Capri - Sorrento. After breakfast, we set off on a full-day trip to the island of Capri. From the Sorrento pier, we take a ferry to Marina Grande, where we transfer to a smaller vessel for our included boat tour. We marvel at landmarks like the welcoming “S...

Day : 7 Positano

Sorrento - Positano - Amalfi - Sorrento. Today we are embarking on a full-day cruise along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Our first port of call is the elegant town of Positano, known as the "Pearl of the Coast", with its colourful cliffside houses. There's free time ...

Day : 8 Naples

Sorrento - Naples - Rome. After breakfast in Sorrento, we check out and transfer back to Naples train station, where we board a high-speed train to Rome. On arrival, you will be given a ticket for the city's Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour, which is valid for 24 hours. Your l...

Day : 9 Rome

IToday is free for you to explore the Italian capital further, or you can join an optional tour to the Vatican Museums, home to an extraordinary collection of art spanning centuries. Highlights include Michelangelo’s stunning Last Judgment in the Sistine Chapel. As...

Day : 10 Rome

Tuck into a final breakfast at the hotel before check out. Make your own way to the airport for your onward flight. We can also assist with booking transfers, please contact us for this.

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Price From $3,305
Price per day$331
Last Updated: 3/25/2025

Departure dates are guaranteed with a minimum of 2 persons. 'Twin/Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour.

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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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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights and visas
    • Airport transfers
    • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture!
    • Optional excursions
    • Hotel city taxes

Accommodation

4 star hotels
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
No minimum or maximum age. Infants 0-1 travel free.
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