Treasures of Italy Tour

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Leslie Lindenberg, Travel Agent in Potomac, MD

Leslie Lindenberg

Potomac, MD Travel Agent
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Leslie Lindenberg

Potomac, MD · 25+ Years of Experience

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COUNTRIES VISITED:Italy
PLACES VISITED:Florence, Rome, Siena, Venice
SUGGESTED DURATION:10 Days
The Treasures of Italy tour highlights some of the rich cultural and historic experiences you will encounter on this trip.
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DAY1
Rome
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Arrive in Rome
Arrive in Rome Fiumicino Airport and be met by your driver outside of customs. Transfer to your hotel and the rest of the day at leisure.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Benvenuti to Rome
DAY2
Rome
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Tour of Rome
Today, you will have a 3-hour small group tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Step back in time to Rome's Golden Age, where you will learn about when Rome was the center of the known world and ruled by powerful Emperors.
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Tour of Rome
DAY3
Rome
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Roam in Rome
Today is yours to savor. Wander the ancient Roman paths, indulge in pasta at a local osteria, or add a tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel to your trip.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Walking through Rome
DAY4
Rome
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Siena
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Rome to Siena
Meet your driver in the lobby of your hotel. Transfer to the train station for your trip to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Your driver will meet you at the train station to transfer to Siena. The rest of the day at leisure to explore Siena as your hotel is at the center of old town, inside the walls of Siena and within walking distance to many important sites.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Walking Through Siena
DAY5
Siena
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Exploring Siena
This morning, your guide will meet you at the hotel for a half-day tour of Siena. Explore Siena Centro Storico, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Wander through Piazza del Campo, visit the Basilica of San Domenico, and admire the artworks of Donatello and Bernini in the cathedral. Enjoy a food walking tour of Siena in the afternoon, strolling through its charming streets and sampling the local cuisine.
HIGHLIGHTS:
UNESCO World Heritage Site
DAY6
Siena
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Florence
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Medieval Times to the Renaissance
Your driver will meet you in the lobby and transfer you to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Once you arrive at your hotel, you’ll have the rest of the day to explore at your leisure or book a half-day culinary tour featuring fresh pasta, Tuscan soups, and wine tastings.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Walking Culinary Tour
DAY7
Florence
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Florence
Join a guided tour of Florence and explore iconic sites like the Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo. Enjoy priority admission with skip-the-line tickets. Along the way, treat yourself to a gelato and take some free time to relax over lunch.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Tour of Florence
DAY8
Florence
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Venice
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Venice
Your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby to transfer you to the Florence train station. After a roughly 3-hour train ride to Venice, you will be met and transferred to your centrally located hotel. Spend the rest of the day enjoying a gondola ride and exploring the bridges and streets of this city built on 118 islands.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Gondola Ride
DAY9
Venice
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Walking Tour
Today, meet your guide in the hotel lobby for a private walking tour of Venice. Explore Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica, then enjoy a coffee at Caffe Florian, Italy’s oldest coffeehouse. Sip where celebrities like Charles Dickens, Lord Byron, Elton John, and Clark Gable once did. Piazza San Marco, a historic gathering place for centuries, offers live music in the evenings for you to enjoy.
HIGHLIGHTS:
St Mark's Basilica
DAY10
Venice
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USA
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Ciao Italy!
Start your day with breakfast, then meet your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport. Whether you’re heading home or continuing to your next destination, safe travels!
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Arrivederci! Ciao!
FINAL THOUGHTS
Benvenuti in Italia. This tour allows you to leisurely explore each city without feeling rushed. Take your time to enjoy the unique charm and offerings of these diverse destinations.