Chauffeured Rome, Florence & Venice - 8 days
Chauffeured Rome, Florence & Venice - 8 days
8 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in Venice, Italy
Visiting: Rome, Florence, Venice
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Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
0-0
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an 8-day luxury journey through Italy's most iconic cities with the "Chauffeured Rome, Florence & Venice" tour. Begin in Rome, exploring the Vatican, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, and more with expert guides. Travel in style to Florence, where you'll marvel at the Duomo and Michelangelo's David, and enjoy a day in the picturesque Chianti wine region with a traditional lunch and wine tasting. Continue to Venice for a private gondola ride, a Bacaro tour sampling local wine and cicchetti, and skip-the-line access to St Mark's Basilica. Stay in luxurious 4-star hotels and enjoy private transfers throughout this unforgettable cultural and culinary adventure.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to Italy. You will be collected from the airport and transferred to our hotel in the city. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure, so you can head to explore some of the sights. Perhaps the iconic Trevi Fountain, or the Piazza Della Rotonda, home to the Parthenon.
This evening, you will be collected and taken to a local restaurant in Trastevere, one of the most vibrant districts in the Italian capital. Enjoy an included dinner at a traditional Roman trattoria and indulge in local specialties dating back in time. After dinner, you will be returned to the hotel.
Please note: On Saturday departure, the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica tour will be replaced with another private tour or rescheduled to the first day based on your arrival time in Rome. This is due to the weekly closure of the Vatican museums and Sistine Chapel.
Day 2: Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will be collected by a driver and taken to the Vatican for a guided tour of the museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. Take in some of the most famous works of art in the world, including works by artists including Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, Raphael and Giotto. Explore the Sistine Chapel, which dates to 1483 and is the most famous chapel in the world thanks to its elaborate ceiling and of course the famous painting, The Final Judgement by Michelangelo.
After exploring the Vatican City (and ticking another country off your to-visit list), there is free time for lunch. You will then be joined by an expert guide for a tour of the Colosseum, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. This ancient stadium once held 50,000 - 80,000 spectators and was the scene of vicious battle re-enactments and games, where gladiators fought to the death. You also visit the Arch of Constantine and the historic Forum. Then its on to Palatine Hill to learn about the legend of Romulus and Remus, before the rest of the day is free to explore Rome further at leisure.
Day 3: Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Rome - Florence. After breakfast, you meet your chauffeur who will transfer you by luxury car to Florence. Along the way, you can choose to visit one of Orvieto, Montepulciano or Civita di Bagnoregioare, with time to explore one of these smaller Italian settlements.
Arriving at the hotel in Florence, there is free time to settle in before you embark on a tour of the city with an expert guide. You will see Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly referred to as the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo della Signoria (also known as Palazzo Vecchio), and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Our tour also includes 'skip the line' entrance tickets to the famous Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze or “Gallery of the Academy of Florence”, the home of Michelangelo's sculpture David.
The evening is at leisure in Florence.
Day 4: Poggio Al Sole
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Florence - Poggio al Sole - Florence. Today you will explore the picturesque Chianti wine region. You will be transferred to the quaint winery of Poggio al Sole, passing through vineyards and olive groves, small hamlets surrounded by intact medieval walls, winding streets, castles and fortresses en route. On arrival, enjoy a guided tour of the cellars and take part in an included wine tasting session and local lunch of Tuscan specialties. Bellies full and heads a little light, you return to Florence for the evening.
Day 5: Florence At Leisure
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is completely free for you to further explore the Renaissance city of Florence. Lose yourself in the stunning architecture, find a good local restaurant for lunch, or take in other attractions such as the world famous Uffizi Gallery.
Day 6: Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Florence - Venice. This morning, your chauffeur drives you to Venice, stopping along the way in one of Bologna, Ferrara or Padova. The rest of the morning is free to settle in. This afternoon you will enjoy an included private gondola ride along the canals, the main bucket list activity in the Canal City. Take in many of the city's iconic highlights and lesser-known gems from the water. You then enjoy an included "Bacaro" tour, visiting a handful of local wine bars in order to sample some of the city's best wine and "cicchetti", a kind of Venetian Tapas. After our food and wine tour, the rest of the day is at leisure in Venice.
Day 7: Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You are exploring on dry land today, with a guided walking tour of Venice. This tour includes 'skip the line' tickets to the magnificent St Mark's Basilica, perhaps the most famous building in the city. You can also take in the the Palazzo dei Dogi, symbol of Venice’s glorious past as well as the legendary Ponte dei Sospiri or “Bridge of Sighs”.
After the tour, the rest of today is at leisure. You could visit Harry's Bar, a place of legend that has been serving Hollywood stars and royalty since opening in 1931. There's a strict dress code to adhere to, and if you do go, we recommend you try a Bellini - this bar invented them!
Day 8: Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today your tour ends. Enjoy a final breakfast in the hotel before your included transfer to the airport.
What's Included
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7 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 1 dinner
Enjoy 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner during your tour.
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7 nights 4-star hotels
Stay in 4-star hotels for 7 nights.
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Services of expert local guides for all sightseeing
Benefit from the services of expert local guides for all sightseeing activities.
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Transport by private luxury car from Rome to Florence and Florence to Venice with additional 2-hour stops as per itinerary
Travel in a private luxury car from Rome to Florence and Florence to Venice, with additional 2-hour stops as per the itinerary.
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Private airport transfers on day 1 and day 8
Enjoy private airport transfers on the first and last day of the tour.
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Guided sightseeing in Rome, Vatican City, Florence and Venice, including skip the line tickets to the Galleria dell’Accademia and St Mark's Basilica
Participate in guided sightseeing tours in Rome, Vatican City, Florence, and Venice, including skip-the-line tickets to the Galleria dell’Accademia and St Mark's Basilica.
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Private transfer from the hotel to a restaurant in Trastevere & dinner
Experience a private transfer from the hotel to a restaurant in Trastevere and enjoy dinner.
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Private half-day excursion in Chianti with wine tasting & lunch at a local winery (tour leader included)
Take a private half-day excursion in Chianti, including wine tasting and lunch at a local winery, with a tour leader.
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Private gondola ride in Venice
Enjoy a private gondola ride in Venice.
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Private Bacaro experience
Experience a private Bacaro tour, visiting local wine bars and sampling Venetian tapas.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visas
International flights and visas are not included.
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Additional meals and drinks unless specified
Additional meals and drinks are not included unless specified.
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Entrance fees not mentioned in Inclusions
Entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions are not covered.
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Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
Tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.
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City tax of €1 - 6 per person per night (tax varies by city), to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out
City tax of €1 - 6 per person per night, which varies by city, is not included and must be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private luxury car transfers between Rome, Florence, and Venice, including private airport transfers and a private gondola ride in Venice.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights in luxurious 4-star hotels, providing comfort and elegance throughout your stay in Rome, Florence, and Venice.
Age Policy
No Minimum Age. Children aged 0 - 5 travel free. Children aged 6+ pay adult priceMaximum Age: No maximum age but not suitable for pax with mobility issues
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes private luxury car transfers between Rome, Florence, and Venice, as well as private airport transfers and a private gondola ride in Venice.
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What kind of accommodation is included in the tour?
The tour includes 7 nights in luxurious 4-star hotels, providing comfort and elegance throughout your stay in Rome, Florence, and Venice.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, and 1 dinner.
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What guided tours are included in the itinerary?
The tour includes guided sightseeing in Rome, Vatican City, Florence, and Venice, with skip-the-line tickets to the Galleria dell’Accademia and St Mark's Basilica.
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Is there a wine tasting experience included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes a private half-day excursion in Chianti with wine tasting and lunch at a local winery.
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What activities are planned in Venice?
In Venice, you will enjoy a private gondola ride, a 'Bacaro' tour sampling local wine and cicchetti, and a guided walking tour with skip-the-line tickets to St Mark's Basilica.
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Are there any additional costs not covered by the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not covered include international flights and visas, additional meals and drinks unless specified, entrance fees not mentioned in the inclusions, tipping, and city tax of €1 - 6 per person per night to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out.
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What happens on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will be collected from the airport and transferred to the hotel in Rome. The afternoon is at leisure, and in the evening, you will be taken to a local restaurant in Trastevere for an included dinner.
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Is there any free time during the tour?
Yes, there is free time on several days, including the afternoon of Day 1 in Rome, the evening of Day 3 in Florence, the entire Day 5 in Florence, and the rest of the day on Day 6 and Day 7 in Venice.
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What is the age policy for this tour?
There is no minimum age for the tour. Children aged 0-5 travel free, and children aged 6 and above pay the adult price. There is no maximum age, but the tour is not suitable for those with mobility issues.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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