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Classic Italy: Rome, Florence & Venice

9 days Max 12 travelers Italy 9-day itinerary

Day-by-Day Itinerary

A grand tour of Italy's three defining cities, tracing empire, Renaissance, and maritime republic across nine unhurried days. Small-group access to icons plus the back-street trattorias only locals know.

Arrival in RomeAncient RomeVatican & Departure NorthRenaissance Florence

Day 1

Arrival in Rome

Settle into a boutique hotel near the Pantheon and ease into the rhythm of the eternal city.

Day 3

Vatican & Departure North

Marvel at the Sistine Chapel, then board a high-speed train to Florence.

Day 4

Renaissance Florence

Stand before Michelangelo's David and climb into Brunelleschi's dome.

Day 5

Tuscan Countryside

Escape into the Chianti hills for wine, olive oil, and long lunches.

Day 6

Florence to Venice

A leisurely morning in the Oltrarno before the train to the lagoon.

Day 7

Venice on the Water

Discover St. Mark's, the Doge's Palace, and the hidden sestieri by gondola.

Day 8

Islands of the Lagoon

Sail to Murano and Burano for glassblowing and rainbow fishermen's houses.

Day 9

Departure

A final Venetian breakfast before your onward journey.

Good to know

Physical rating

Moderate — some full days

Group size

Up to 12 travelers

Region

Italy, Europe

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What's Included

8 nights in boutique 4-star hotels
All high-speed rail between cities
Expert local guides at every site
Daily breakfast plus 4 curated dinners
Skip-the-line entry to all major monuments

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