Globus Italy's Great Cities(LJ)
9 days from Rome to Rome
All roads may lead to
Rome, but we know the scenic avenues to reach all the enchanting cities on your
Italy bucket list. That serene passageway in Assisi, that chic leather boutique in
Florence, that off-the-beaten-path bridge in Venice—we know the way! We’ve mapped out the iconic experiences of Italy, leading you through the historic streets and piazzas of the “Eternal City,” the vine and olive-clad hills of Tuscany, and the romantic canals of the “Floating City” so you can experience the art, architecture, vino, and espresso you’ve long imagined. On this dreamy tour of Italy’s great cities, you’ll wake up to lush gardens in San Martino in Campo, stroll through the medieval-walled city of Siena, ponder the curious tilt at the Tower of
Pisa, and happily lean into the delicious plates of pasta, pizza, and pastries along the way.
Itinerary (2023)
| Day 1 | ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY |
| | Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D) |
| Day 2 | ROME–SAN MARTINO IN CAMPO |
| | ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Fontana di Trevi, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Scenic drive en route to San Martino in Campo.SAN MARTINO IN CAMPO [LF] Overnight stay and dinner in 17th-century hotel. Free time before dinner. (B,D) 124 mi / 200 km |
| Day 3 | SAN MARTINO IN CAMPO–ASSISI–VENICE ISLAND |
| | ASSISI See the Basilica of St. Francis. Scenic drive en route to Venice. (B) 280 mi / 450 km |
| Day 4 | VENICE ISLAND |
| | VENICE ISLAND Private boat ride. Guided walking tour includes St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs followed by a glassblowing demonstration. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B) |
| Day 5 | VENICE ISLAND–PISA–FLORENCE |
| | PISA See the Leaning Tower en route to Florence. (B) 280 mi / 450 km |
| Day 6 | FLORENCE |
| | FLORENCE Guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze “Gates of Paradise,” and Signoria Square. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Florence with an excursion to San Gimignano followed by an authentic Tuscan countryside dinner. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app. |
| Day 7 | FLORENCE–SIENA–ROME |
| | SIENA Orientation walk includes Piazza del Campo. [LF] Taste traditional panforte and ricciarelli (local specialties) before returning to Rome. (B) 199 mi / 320 km |
| Day 8 | ROME. EXCURSION TO CASTEL GANDOLFO |
| | CASTEL GANDOLFO Guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens.ROME Guided visit of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening. (B,D) 50 mi / 80 km |
| Day 9 | ROME |
| | Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B) |
Included Globus Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners