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8 days in Rome and Florence

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Hannah Roper, Travel Agent in Lees Summit, MO

Hannah Roper

Lees Summit, MO Travel Agent
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Hannah Roper

Lees Summit, MO · 2 Years of Experience

Picture This Travel, an independent agent with Picture This Travel, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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DESTINATIONS VISITED:Italy
PLACES VISITED:Florence, Rome, Tuscany
SUGGESTED DURATION:8 Days
Discover the perfect blend of history, culture, food, and scenic beauty on this 7-day Italian getaway through Rome and Florence. Begin in Rome with a private airport transfer and a sunset golf cart tour featuring iconic landmarks, pizza, and gelato. Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum, and Roman Forum with skip-the-line guided tours. Enjoy free time to experience Rome’s charming cafés, shopping, and hidden gems before traveling by high-speed train to Florence. In Tuscany, indulge in a guided food and wine tour, explore Florence at your own pace, and take in breathtaking views from Piazzale Michelangelo. The journey concludes with a scenic Tuscan countryside experience and hands-on cooking class, offering an authentic taste of Italy before your private airport transfer home.
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DAY1
Rome
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Arrive in Rome
Arrive in Rome and enjoy a seamless private transfer from the airport to your centrally located hotel. Spend the afternoon settling in before experiencing the Eternal City on a private sunset golf cart tour. Explore Rome’s iconic landmarks beautifully illuminated at night while stopping for authentic Italian pizza and gelato. This is the perfect introduction to Italy while adjusting to the time change and taking in the city’s incredible atmosphere.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Sunset Golf Tour
DAY2
Rome
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Vatican City & Ancient Rome
Today is dedicated to exploring Rome’s most famous historical and cultural sites. Begin with a guided skip-the-line Vatican tour featuring the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Learn about the incredible history, art, and architecture from an expert local guide. Later in the day, continue with a guided Colosseum and Roman Forum tour featuring exclusive Arena Floor access. Walk where gladiators once battled and discover the fascinating stories behind Ancient Rome. After your tours, enjoy dinner at one of Rome’s many charming local restaurants or cafés
HIGHLIGHTS:
Colosseum and Roman Forum
DAY3
Rome
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Leisure Day in Rome
Enjoy a free day to explore Rome at your own pace. Travelers can spend time visiting famous piazzas, shopping along Via del Corso, tossing a coin into the Trevi Fountain, or relaxing with espresso and pastries at a local café. Optional experiences can include food tours, wine tastings, cooking classes, or additional sightseeing.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Trevi Fountain
DAY4
Florence
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Rome to Florence
Travel from Rome to Florence aboard Italy’s comfortable high-speed train system. Upon arrival, check into your centrally located Florence hotel and begin discovering the beauty of Tuscany. In the evening, enjoy a guided Florence food and wine tour through the city’s charming streets. Taste authentic Tuscan specialties including handmade pasta, Florentine steak, cheeses, cured meats, truffles, wine, and gelato while learning about Florence’s rich culinary traditions from a local guide.
HIGHLIGHTS:
High-Speed Train to Florence
DAY5
Florence
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Tuscany & Ferrari Experience
Interested in Ferrari's? Look no further! Today includes an exciting day trip to Modena and Maranello for an unforgettable Ferrari experience. Travel through the Italian countryside before visiting the Ferrari Museums, exploring exhibits dedicated to Italy’s luxury automotive history, and experiencing a Ferrari simulator and panoramic factory tour. Guests who prefer a slower pace can alternatively spend the day enjoying Florence independently by visiting museums, shopping local boutiques, climbing to scenic viewpoints, or relaxing with wine and Tuscan cuisine.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Ferrari Experience
DAY6
Florence
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Leisure Day in Florence
Enjoy a leisure day in Florence to explore the city at your own pace. Visit world-famous museums, shop local boutiques and leather markets, admire views from Piazzale Michelangelo, or enjoy Tuscan wine bars and cafés.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Visit a wine bar
DAY7
Tuscany
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Tuscany Cooking Class
Take a private transfer into the beautiful Tuscan countryside for an authentic Italian cooking class experience. Learn how to prepare traditional regional dishes using fresh local ingredients while enjoying the scenic vineyards, rolling hills, and charming atmosphere Tuscany is known for. After the class, sit down to enjoy the meal you created paired with local wine before returning to Florence.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Tuscany cooking class
DAY8
Florence
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Return Home
After breakfast, enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your departure flight home. You will leave with unforgettable memories of Italy’s rich history, incredible food, iconic landmarks, luxury experiences, and beautiful scenery!
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Flight home
FINAL THOUGHTS
Italy is a destination meant to be experienced. This itinerary blends iconic sightseeing, authentic culture, incredible food, and relaxing free time while exploring the history of Rome, the charm of Florence, and the beauty of Tuscany!