A Classic Journey in Rome and Florence

Welcome! Please be prepared to meet in the lobby at 5:30 P.M. to depart for your welcome dinner. The dinner reservation time will be finalized closer to your trip date. If you plan on arriving today, we recommend flying into FCO.

Buongiorno! After breakfast, join your group for a full day of exploration. First, take a guided walking tour of Rome's landmarks -- climb the Spanish Steps, visit the Pantheon, and admire the beautiful Piazza Navona. Don't forget to toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain before leaving! After lunch, it's time for a guided visit to the Colosseum and the Roman Forum before transferring back to your hotel by private vehicle. Please wear comfortable shoes and sun protection as needed. Additionally, please bring a reusable water bottle as Rome is plastic-free; you can refill at one of the many water fountains around the city.

• Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon Guided Walking Tour

  Meet in the lobby and begin your tour by walking with your local Guide for 15 minutes through the charming Spanish Steps, where elegance meets history. Toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain, making a wish come true. Then, immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring Pantheon, a marvel of ancient engineering. Admission to the Pantheon is included. You will be walking for approximately 3 hours (2.5 miles) on normal road surfaces, with the exception of some cobblestone streets. Please remember to bring comfortable shoes, a reusable water bottles, a hat, and sunscreen. Physical activity level: Moderate

  09:00· 180 min· Rome
• Colosseum Visit

  Next, your Guide will take you to an off the beaten path area where you will have some free time for lunch, or time to walk around, explore, and shop. At the agreed upon time after lunch, you will walk 10 minutes towards the Colosseum to meet up with your group. Step into ancient Rome's grandeur and explore this iconic amphitheater, where gladiators once clashed, and emperors ruled. Led by your local Guide, you'll delve into its history, architecture, and captivating stories. Admission into the Colosseum is included. The pavement inside the Colosseum and Roman Forum is stone and uneven, so please remember to wear comfortable shoes. You should also pack your reusable water bottle, hat, and sunscreen. You will be walking around inside the Colosseum for approximately 2 hours.

  14:00· 120 min· Rome

After breakfast, board a high-speed train bound for the place where the Renaissance began: Florence! Check in to your hotel, then spend some time exploring the area on your own and enjoying a local lunch. In the afternoon, you'll join the group for a guided walking tour, before once again enjoying the rest of the day at your leisure. You may wish to stay out late tonight as well, to experience the streets and monuments of this beautiful city under the moonlight. Please wear comfortable shoes and sun protection as needed. Additionally, please bring a reusable water bottle as Florence is plastic-free; you can refill at one of the many water fountains around the city.

• Guided Florence Walking Tour

  Your next tour starts at Santa Maria Novella Square. Depending on the location of your hotel, you'll either walk, take public transportation, or be transferred privately to the starting point. Then, led by your local Guide, you'll explore this Renaissance gem and discover icons such as the Florence Cathedral, Ponte Vecchio, and the Uffizi Gallery (admission to the Uffizi is not included). The route will cover approximately 1 mile of walking on normal road surfaces. After the tour is over, you'll be free to explore on your own or return to the hotel via walking/public transportation. Physical activity level: Moderate

  14:30· 180 min· Florence
• Transfer · Rome → Florence

  Board the high-speed train in Rome for a swift and scenic journey to Florence. As the picturesque Italian countryside unfolds outside your window, relax in comfort during this approximately 2-hour ride. Trains are equipped with air conditioning, wifi, electrical outlets at each seat, a cafe cart to purchase snacks and drinks, as well as restrooms. Upon your arrival, you will walk approximately 10 minutes to your hotel with your luggage.

  train · 120 min

Today you'll travel by private transfer to the Tuscan countryside. See its medieval towns and unforgettable landscapes, visit a local agriturismo to explore the vineyards and sample some of their celebrated wine, and enjoy an included lunch. In the afternoon, you'll visit the medieval town of San Gimignano with its Gothic and Romanesque architecture. Finally, you'll head back to Florence and enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure.

• Tuscan Wine Tasting and Lunch

  Escape to idyllic Tuscany for a memorable wine-tasting and lunch experience. Amidst rolling vineyards and charming landscapes, savor three fine regional wines and indulge in a delectable Tuscan feast. After lunch, you will have time to relax on the grounds and take in the scenery before heading back to Florence.

  10:00· 180 min· Tuscany countryside
• Transfer · Florence → Tuscan Winery

  Take a private transfer to the Tuscan countryside to spend the afternoon wine tasting and exploring the vineyard. Stops for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way as needed.

  90 min
• Transfer · Tuscan Winery → Florence

  After lunch, take a private transfer back to Florence. You will stop in the village of San Gimignano on the way for one hour. Stops for the restroom and snacks will be made along the way as needed.

  90 min

It's time to head back to the Eternal City aboard a high-speed train. Once you arrive in Rome, settle into your hotel and enjoy some leisure time to explore at your own pace. If you're looking for a classic Italian experience, consider an optional activity: a charming FIAT 500 ride through the streets of this iconic city. In the evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a memorable farewell dinner.

• Transfer · Florence → Rome

  Board the high-speed train in Florence for a swift and scenic journey to Rome. As the picturesque Italian countryside unfolds outside your window, relax in comfort during this approximately 2-hour ride. Trains are equipped with air conditioning, wifi, electrical outlets at each seat, a cafe cart to purchase snacks and drinks, as well as restrooms. Upon your arrival, you'll walk approximately 5 minutes with your luggage to your hotel.

  train · 120 min

All good things must come to an end, but only until your next adventure! Enjoy a final breakfast and then make your own way onward. If departing directly from the hotel, we recommend flying out of FCO.