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Arrival in Rome, transfer to the hotel on your own. Check in and opportunity to book one of our Rome by night tours (check our brochure I Love Rome). Overnight stay in Rome.

Meal: No Meal

Breakfast at the hotel; meet our professional guide at 08:45* AM in Piazza del Risorgimento and take a tour of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. Admire the Gallery of Tapestries, the Geographical Maps and the beautiful Raphael’s rooms before arriving at the famous Sistine. The tour couldn’t be complete without St. Peter’s Basilica that isn’t only the largest church in the world, but that contains several pieces of fine art: think the canopy designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini or the Pietà by Michelangelo. You’ll admire St. Peter’s Square the open space which lies before the basilica, rede- signed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and being itself an architectural masterpiece of the Baroque age. Lunch on your own and after lunch meet our guide at 02:15 PM Arch of Constantine for the most complete tour of the Colosse- um, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Access the Palatine Hill with no line and discover the hill where Rome was founded at the beginning. Then reach the Colosseum and be amazed by this monument that is the symbol of Rome in the world. The Amphitheatre created to entertain ancient Roman citizens with bloody shows of gladiators, animals and cruel games, is now one of the most fascinating landmarks of the city. Then, walk on the original path of ancient Rome along the Via Sacra and see the Temples of Vesta, Antonino and Faustina, the ancient Basilica Julia and Aemilia and dream about the glorious past of the Roman Empire. Unforgettable! Overnight stay in Rome.

*For Spanish or Portuguese language, the Vatican Muse- ums tour can be confirmed on day 3 of the itinerary (AM or PM depending on the selected language).

Meal: Breakfast

Breakfast at the hotel, and feel free to stroll around the shopping streets, the most famous monuments and the most hidden gems of the Eternal city. Overnight stay in Rome.

Meal: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel, at the time indicated, head to Rome train station to reach Florence. Once there, make your own way to your hotel, check in at the hotel. In the afternoon meeting point at Piazzale Montelungo at 01:15 pm (Montelungo Square), at the end of the ramp connecting with the railway station (on your own) to join the group before departing to Pisa at 01:30 PM. Upon arrival in Pisa, you will visit Piazza Dei Mira coli, the Baptistery (outside), the Cathedral (inside*) and the Leaning Tower (outside). Return to Florence and overnight.

*In case of long queue, if you cannot visit the interior of the Cathedral, you will be offered a guided visit of Piazza Dei Cavalieri.

Meal: Breakfast

After breakfast at your hotel, reach the meeting point at 08:15 AM At the corner between Via Ricasoli and Piazza San Marco, in front of the loggia to of Accademia Delle Belle Arti (on your own) to join the group before departing (at 8:30 AM). Start your Tour from the very heart of Florence, with the Guided Visit of Accademia Gallery, with a total immersion in the art of Michelan- gelo to know his most renowned works, the "David", and other important masterpieces such as "I Prigioni", "San Matteo" and the "Palestrina Pietà". The young Michelangelo carved the David from a huge block of rough marble in three years, creating an imposing sculpture of absolute beauty, an icon of the renaissance model. Then you will proceed with a walking Tour which will include the outdoor guided visit of San Lorenzo Church and the Duomo complex: San Giovanni Baptistery with its bronze doors as the famous Porta del Paradiso and the Cathedral with the magnificent Cupola del Brunelleschi and Giotto’s bell tower. The walk continues along lively Via Calzaiuoli in the heart of the city, where you can ad- mire the imposing and singular Orsanmichele Church, a masterpiece of Florentine Gothic art, decorated with shrines with statues of the patron saints of the powerful medieval trade guilds. Then you reach the bustling Mercato Della Paglia (Straw Market): don’t forget to rub the nose of the famous "porcellino" (pig) and toss a coin into the fountain to bring you good luck! Going on, you can admire the romantic, picturesque Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in Florence, with its renowned jewellery shops. Your lovely blast from the past will end in Piazza Signoria, one of the most beautiful squares in the world and the political centre of the city. In this true "outdoor museum", you’ll be amazed as you admire the beautiful Fountain of Neptune with the marvellous and imposing marble statue by Ammannati and then, looking around, the sculptural masterpieces of the Loggia Dei Lanzi, including the Cellini’s Perseus and the Gian bologna’s Rape of the Sabines. Dominating all this is the majestic Palazzo Vecchio with its crenelated Arnolfo tower, one of the most famous symbols of Florence that you will be able to admire in all its magnificence. End this amazing tour with a delicious Tuscan lunch in a restaurant located in the old town. Overnight.

Meal: Breakfast and Lunch

Breakfast at the hotel. End of our services.

Meal: Breakfast

Inclusions

- 3 nights in Rome Bed and Breakfast Basis.
- Tour 3C AM -PM includes: professional guide, headsets
- Tour 2B PM includes: professional guide, headsets
- High-Speed train tickets Rome/Florence in 2nd class.
- 2 nights in Florence Bed and Breakfast Basis.
- Regular Florence walking tour with Accademia lunch (drinks not included) 2,45 hours approx. + lunch time.
- Regular excursion to Pisa (6 hours approx.) with English and Spanish local guide.

Exclusions

International airfares
Optional activities
Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program
Gratuities
Voluntary tips for guides or drivers
Travel and medical insurance
Any items not mentioned as included

Notes

Hotels Used Or Similar
Tourist Category
ROME - ROME GARDEN 3* OR SIMILAR
FLORENCE - FIRENZE BB CITY CENTER DELLE NAZIONI OR SIMILAR 3*

1st Category
ROME - DIANA ROOF GARDEN 4* ST. MARTIN 4*
FLORENCE - CELLAI 4*

26 - 28 MAR AND 29 OCT - 15 NOV:
DEPARTURES ON MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS
29 MAR - 28 OCT: DAILY EXCEPT THURSDAYS

BLACKOUT DATES:
28 Mar, 15/16/19/20/22/27/30 Apr, 16/17/18/31 May, 01/05/06/07/08/09/10/11/12/13/14/15/16/19/20/21/22/23/28 Jun, 14/15 Aug, 31 Oct, 03 Nov'2025.

OPERATES DAILY EXCEPT SUNDAYS

Important Notes
- Due to the closure of the Vatican Museums for departure on every Saturday the tour 3C AM-PM and 2B PM will take place on the 3rd day.
- From 26 to 31 Mar and from 27 Oct to 15 Nov, tour 2B PM leaves at 1:30 PM.
- Day 2 languages for the activities:
3C AM – PM
English AM at 08:00 and 09:00; PM at 2:30
Spanish AM at 10:30
Portuguese PM at 2:00
2B PM:
Monolingual in English, Spanish and Portuguese
The day of the tours can be switched based on the chosen languages.
- Day 5 languages for the Florence walking tour with Accademia Museum:
Departure from 26 to 28 Mar and from 29 Oct to 15 Nov:
English: daily - min.2 pax.
Spanish: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays - min 4 pax.
(The guided service may be exceptionally provided in two languages due to operational reasons).
Departure from 29 Mar to 28 Oct: Monolingual tour - English and Spanish - min 2 pax.
(The guided service may be exceptionally provided in two languages due to operational reasons).
Please be aware that during the Jubilee Year, certain areas of the Vatican Museums may be inaccessible due to religious ceremonies. Additionally, entrance to St. Peter's Basilica may also experience unannounced closures. These circumstances are beyond our control.
-Please advise your clients on their arrival in Rome, to call our office in order to reconfirm all the pick up time of their excursions.
-Due to the frequent change of transportation and the type of transportation used it is compulsory to bring only one piece of hand luggage per person for excursions to the south of Italy, as the luggage handling can provoke several difficulties and often may be lost or damaged. We are not responsible for those passengers who do not follow these luggage restrictions. In the eventuality of extra luggage clients will be charged directly.
-Pick up time of the tours are approximate according to traffic.
-For all tours that include lunches or dinners, please kindly inform us of any allergies, intolerances, or dietary preferences (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free) in advance. Providing this information allows us to better accommodate your specific dietary needs.
-Entrance fees to monuments are not included if not mentioned on the inclusions.
-For all Minitours that include transfers, a night supplement will be applied for services from 8.00 PM to 08.00 AM.

City Tax:
Please take note that rates do not include city taxes. Where applicable, the amount due will be directly paid from clients at the hotel.
The amount changes according to the city board and it is meant per pax per night and hotel category.

Rates indicated include Service and the current applicable VAT. All prices are subject to automatic change without prior notice due to VAT increase, local fees or bus congestion charge not communicated.

Overnight in listed hotels or similar.

Program Touring / Guide

Private touring

Trip Highlights

Rome - Florence - Pisa - Florence

Periodic Departure
26 Mar, 2025 to 10 Jul, 2025

Tourist Category
AUD 2,174 P P twin share
AUD 3,019 P P single
ON REQUEST

28 Mar, 2025 to 23 Jul, 2025

1st Category
AUD 3,081 P P twin share
AUD 4,100 P P single
AVAILABLE

11 Jul, 2025 to 27 Aug, 2025

Tourist Category
AUD 1,852 P P twin share
AUD 2,500 P P single
AVAILABLE

24 Jul, 2025 to 27 Aug, 2025

1st Category
AUD 2,596 P P twin share
AUD 3,450 P P single
AVAILABLE

28 Aug, 2025 to 15 Nov, 2025

Tourist Category
AUD 2,174 P P twin share
AUD 3,019 P P single
AVAILABLE

28 Aug, 2025 to 11 Nov, 2025

1st Category
AUD 3,081 P P twin share
AUD 4,100 P P single
AVAILABLE

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