Rome - Florence and the Chianti Wine Region
13 days
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Vacation / Holiday Package
Self-drive packages are a popular option for explorers; those who want to control their own vacation! Spend a few days visiting incredible Rome (centuries of art, culture, history and tradition), catch the train to Florence (an art lovers dream) and after visiting this artistic city, pick up your rent a car for a charming visit to the Chianti Wine Region.
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Overview
Trip type
Vacation / Holiday Package
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule
Highlights
- VisitNaples(a city full of charm in its narrow streets and ancient churches, and a vibrant nightlife)
- Amalfi(rich history, splendid coasts and a love of incredible food)
- Sorrento(engulfed in Lemon and olive groves, perched on a cliff with a lively seafront promenade
- Capri(its postcard worthy vistas have seen the island change hands several times, belonging at one time or other to nearly every major empire in Europe, finally restored to Italy).
What's this trip about?
Self-drive packages are a popular option for explorers; those who want to control their own vacation! Spend a few days visiting incredible Rome (centuries of art, culture, history and tradition), catch the train to Florence (an art lovers dream) and after visiting this artistic city, pick up your rent a car for a charming visit to the Chianti Wine Region.
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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityRome
End CityChianti
Travel Themes
Destinations
Activities
Trip includes
- Flight intoRomeand out ofFlorence
- Hotel for 3 nights inRome
- Train:RometoFlorence
- Hotel for 2 nights inFlorence
- Rent a car for 4 days
- Hotel for 3 nights inChianti Wine Region
- Hotel for 1 night in
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Itinerary
Day 1 in Rome
Welcome to Rome, Italy`s vibrant capital! Upon arrival, you will go through customs and immigration. Should you opt to purchase a transfer to your hotel; a representative will be waiting for you as you exit immigration. Arrive at your hotel, check in and do not give i...
Trevi Fountain
in the
Quirinal district
. A must-see when in Rome, The Trevi Fountain was designed by Nicola Salvi and features a grand marble statue of Neptune at the center. Marvel at the design and don`t forget to throw a coin into the water! At night, the fountain is illuminated making it a truly romantic spot for photos. In the afternoon, head on over to see the
Pantheon
, Rome`s oldest, intact building and one of the best preserved ancient buildings in the world. This is also the burial place of the artist Raphael and Italy`s two kings, Vittorio Emanuele II and Umberto I. The Pantheon sits on
Piazza Della Rotonda
, near which are some delightful churches, rare shops, and some excellent cafés. Take a short stroll behind the Pantheon to
Piazza della Minerva
, where you`ll find the beautiful
Santa Maria Sopra Minerva
, Rome`s only Gothic-style church. Connected to Piazza della Minerva is
Via dei Cestari
, which has served as the main shopping street for religious vestments for centuries. It’s fun to browse these shops` robes, jewelry, books, and other religious objects and is an experience particularly unique to Rome. The area near the Pantheon is also known for its coffee shops. Find a restaurant filled with locals and load up on a quality lunch. Take a pit stop at the
Spanish Steps
on
Piazza di Spagna
, close to Rome`s fashionable shopping street
Via dei Condotti
. A central meeting place for locals and tourist alike, it`s thriving with crowds. From here you can walk up to
Trinità dei Monti Church
to admire the piazza from a height. Finally, make your way to
Piazza Navona
. If you can time it right, it`s great to go at sunset so you can watch as the square comes alive at night, there`s lots of activity and everything is beautifully lit. Enjoy some pizza to-go, or walk a few blocks out of the square to find a restaurant that isn`t flooded with tourists. Make sure to enjoy some wine with dinner, it`s hard to uncover a bad glass in Rome.
Day 2 in Rome
Start your day touring the top ancient sites of Rome beginning with a visit to the emblem of the city, the 2,000 year old
Roman Colosseum
. Here you can marvel at Rome`s greatest architectural wonder entirely built by man power and opened in 80 AD. The monumental three-tiered amphitheater was used for bloody gladiator battles and animal slaughters holding over 50,000 spectators. Spend an hour or so explori...
Roman Forum
, another iconic landmark of the Roman Empire and point of interest. The large open space was a center of political and social activity, filled with temples, squares and government buildings. The most famous ruins of the Forum are the Arch of Septimus Severus, the Arch o...
Day 3 in Rome
Start your day off in
Rome`s historic center
to to explore the
Vatican Museums
, an unmissable experience! The museums are home to extensive collections of art, archaeology and sculptures across over 50 galleries including the Raphael Rooms, Georgian Egyptian Museum and Collections of Contemporary Art. You can also visit the beautiful
Sistine Chapel
here, a restored Catholic chapel which dates back to the 14th-century. Be warned that the museums are not air conditioned, so you may want to avoid trying to visit in the hotter months of the year.
Important Travel Tip:
It is nearly essential to pre-book your visit to the Vatican Museums. You should also know that the Vatican Museums are not open on Sundays, except for the last Sunday of the month, at which time admission is free. Note, however, that the Vatican will be packed on these Sundays, making it hard to fully enjoy the artworks and exhibits. Next, head on over to
St. Peter`s Basilica
, located in
St. Peter`s Square (Piazza san Pietro)
, it`s one of the most famous churches in the world dating back to the 1500`s. If you have time, plan to climb to the top to witness the stunning views of the city. The church features works by Michelangelo and other great architects and painters. Note: Make sure to dress modestly; there`s a strict dress code in place so no miniskirts, shorts, or bare shoulders. As night approaches make your way down to
Trastevere
by bus or the help of the metro. The former ghetto is chalk full of various restaurants and bars sure to please every budget and taste, with plenty of entertainment afterwards.
Additional Days in Rome
Should you be able to spend additional days in Rome we recommend a day trip to explore the attractions in the beautiful countryside around the city. We recommend touring
Tivoli: Villa d`Este and Hadrian`s Villa
, to explore
two World Heritage-listed historic villas
, built as vacation homes for the Roman elite, as well as their beautiful gardens. An organized tour is a perfect way to explore these attractions, allowing a professional guide to find the way, as well as provide educational information as you discover this area. A full-day tour provides enough time to hike to the
crater of Mt. Vesuvius
(in summer) or visit the
National Archeological Museum of Pompeii
, as well as seeing the
sights of Pompeii
.
Your Last Day in Rome
Depart your hotel for the airport for your return home. We recommend that you purchase a private transfer, if so a representative will meet you at the hotel, in time to take you to the airport for your flight out.
Day 1 in Florence
Welcome to
Florence
! Upon arrival, you will go through customs and immigration. Should you opt to purchase a transfer to your hotel; a representative will be waiting for you as you exit immigration. Arrive at your hotel, check in and do not give in to jet lag! There is so much for you to s...
Hop-on Hop-off Tour
, showcasing the city`s top attractions. This is a great way to get your bearings of the city while deciding on which sights you will want to explore further. As evening approaches, enjoy dinner and Florence by night! We recommend roaming the
Piazza della Signoria
and
Piazza del Duomo
where all the monuments are lit up, a great place to take in the atmosphere after sunset.
Day 2 in Florence
After a good night`s sleep and some breakfast, head out to explore the city. Start off with a visit to the main cathedral,
Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
, which is not only Florence`s religious center, it`s also the city`s most recognizable attraction. Occupying the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of the city, this massive Gothic cathedral was built during the 14th century. The church`s exterior boasts intricate designs an...
Baptistry
, the oldest building in the city, and a must-do for any art lover. It`s very impressive octagonal building that most people only see from the outside, largely because they want a photo opp with the famous
bronze Porta del Pardiso (Gates to Paradise)
. What they don`t realize is that the real gates are kept inside at the Opera Museum (replicas are currently in their place). Regardless, the baptistry is included in your cathedral ticket price so it`s worth a quick look inside. Make your way over to the famous square,
Piazza della Signoria
, the heart of the historic center and an open-air (and free) sculpture exhibit. Grab some lunch here and admire the important statues (notable ones include Giambologna`s Rape of the Sabines and Cellini`s Perseus), which draw crowds of tourists and locals alike. The piaz...
Ponte Vecchio (old bridge)
, built in 1345, this was the first bridge across the Arno River and is the only surviving bridge from Florence`s medieval days (others were destroyed in WWII). The Ponte Vecchio is lined with shops selling gold and silver jewelry. From the bridge, you`ll have a great vi...
Borgo San Frediano, Piazza Santo Spirito
, or the northern end of
Via de`Macci
.
Day 3 in Florence
Start your morning in
Mercato Centrale
, the largest food market in Florence, which is still the go-to for many of the city`s restaurants to buy fresh produce. Take a stroll on the lower level, which offers fresh vegetables, meats and cheese stalls plus shops sampling balsamic vinegars and olive oils. For the strong willed, join the locals ordering lamprodotto at
Da Narbone
, a tripe sandwich traditionally washed down with a glass of Chianti - even at 9am! Later in the day, the newly renovated upstairs food court opens at 10am with a large variety of food stalls offering fresh food (and fast) until midnight. For a more refined, typical Italian breakfast, stroll to the pretty
piazza della Repubblica
where you`ll find
Gilli
, a historic and elegant café in the center of Florence. Since 1733, Gilli has been serving Florentines and is a great example of their morning breakfast ritual. Take time to look up at the ceiling which has frescoes and wood panels that make you feel, in an instant, you are in an 18th-century Florentine coffee house. After fueling up from breakfast, head over to the
Galleria dell`Accademia
. This art museum holds important paintings and sculptures from the 13th to 16th centuries. Along with works by important Renaissance artists like Uccello, Ghirlandaio, Botticelli, and del Sarto, you`ll also find one of the most famous sculptures in the world,
Michelangelo`s David
. You may want to consider booking a tour, which is a great way to discover this museum while avoiding lines and learning more about the art. Make a mid-day visit through
Giardino di Boboli (Boboli Garden)
, a huge park on a hillside in the middle of Florence. Located behind the
Pitti Palace
, whose beautiful gardens and fountains offer spectacular views of Florence from the Forte Belvedere, this famous park is great for a picnic lunch before stopping into the palace for a tour of its many galleries. The Palazzo Pitti, Florence`s largest palace, was once th...
shopping around the city
. Florence has some of the finest shopping in Europe, offering everything from leather goods to fine food to jewelry, souvenirs, and fine art. Wheather you want to visit a luxury retailer or high fashion boutique or you want to explore some of the open-air markets selling local goods and antiques, there`s plenty of ways to shop in Florence no matter what time of year you are visiting.
Aperitivo time!
After a day packed with adventures, it`s time for cocktail hour and the tradition of aperitivo is a Florentine must-do. This pre-dinner drink, be it wine, beer or the popular Sritz (Aperol, prescoo, soda water) is an ideal way to wind down after a day exploring the city. The
piazza Santo Spirito
, is a great place to enjoy one, lined with bars and al-fresco tables, offering a great view to watch the Italian world go by. Spend your last evening in Florence relaxing over a nice meal while reflecting on your time in this great city.
Additional Days in Florence
Should you be able to spend additional days in Florence we recommend you head out of the city to visit the areas just outside of Florence for a convenient day trip. In the heart of Tuscany, Florence is surrounded by some of the best places to visit in Italy with charming small towns, impressive wineries, and a great scenery. Some of these, such as
Prato
and
Pistoia
, are easy day trips from Florence, and not far beyond them is the beautiful town of
Lucca
.
Pisa`s famous tower
, is one of the top tourist attractions in Italy. South of Pisa is the old port city of
Livorno
, and to the north are some of Italy's
best beaches
around
Viareggio
. Continue along the coast to hike the
Cinque Terre
, among the top things to do in Italy. North of Florence, Italy`s food capital of
Bologna
is just over half an hour by train.
Your Last Day in Florence
Depart your hotel for the airport for your return home. We recommend that you purchase a private transfer, if so a representative will meet you at the hotel, in time to take you to the airport for your flight out.
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Last Updated: 11/19/2019
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