ITALY: Fantasia All Italy Escorted Tour - 17 Days

Rome - Assisi - Siena - Florence - Bologna - Venice - Tuscany Wine Region (Traditional Tuscan lunch in Montepulciano) - Rome - Sorrento - Capri - Pompeii - Palermo - Monreale - Erice - Wine Tasting with light lunch in Marsala - Agrigento - Ragusa Ibla - Noto - Siracusa - Taormina

Italy has been, since antiquity, the center of history, culture and art.  Artistic wonders can be found everywhere, and every corner of the country holds countless and wonderful surprises.  Italy offers an exciting journey through time, from the Ancient Greeks and Romans to the present day, which is also filled by a wealth of art and culture. 

itinerary & prices

Day 1 – Rome → Assisi → Siena → Florence (L)

Depart at 7:15 AM by deluxe coach for Assisi, a medieval hill town surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis, adorned with frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue, and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Continue to Siena, a UNESCO-listed city famous for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and the historic Palio horse race. Later, travel through the scenic Tuscan countryside to reach Florence. Overnight in Florence. HOTEL RAFFAELLO 4* or HOTEL UNA VITTORIA 4* or similar.

Day 2 – Florence (B, L)

Explore Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Visit the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery. Continue to Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Santa Croce Basilica. Enjoy lunch in a traditional Tuscan trattoria. In the afternoon, enjoy leisure time or join an optional excursion to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli. Overnight in Florence.

Day 3 – Florence → Bologna → Venice (B, Local Food Experience)

After breakfast, depart for Bologna and stroll through its arcaded streets. Visit Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica of San Petronio, and other historic landmarks. Savor a light local food experience featuring regional specialties. Continue to Venice for hotel check-in and rest.
Overnight in Venice. HOTEL B&B VENEZIA LAGUNA (TRONCHETTO AREA) or HOTEL DELFINO 4* (MESTRE AREA) or similar.

Day 4 – Venice (B, Local Food Experience)

Begin your day in Piazza San Marco with a guided tour of St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. End your morning with a classic Venetian aperitif and cicchetti (traditional snacks). Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring canals, artisan shops, and charming piazzas. Overnight in Venice.

Day 5 – Venice → Montepulciano → Rome (B, Local Food Experience)

Depart for Montepulciano, a hilltop town surrounded by vineyards and known for its acclaimed Vino Nobile wines. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant paired with fine Tuscan wine, then enjoy free time to explore before returning to Rome. Overnight in Rome. HOTEL ST. MARTIN 4* or HOTEL DIANA ROOF GARDEN 4* or similar.

Day 6 – Vatican Museums & St. Peter’s Basilica (B)

Enjoy a guided tour with skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, including the Galleries of Tapestries and Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and the breathtaking Sistine Chapel. The tour concludes in St. Peter’s Square. The afternoon is free, with optional tours available. Overnight in Rome.

Day 7 – Rome at Leisure (B)

Spend the day at leisure exploring Rome at your own pace — wander through its piazzas, enjoy espresso at a café, or join an optional guided excursion. Overnight in Rome.

Day 8 – Rome → Sorrento (B, D)

Depart early for Sorrento, traveling through the scenic regions of Lazio and Campania. Arrive in Sorrento and check in to your hotel. The afternoon is at leisure, or you may join an optional Amalfi Coast excursion. Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight in Sorrento.

Day 9 – Sorrento → Capri → Sorrento (B, D)

Take a full-day excursion to the island of Capri. Weather permitting, visit the enchanting Blue Grotto by rowboat, then enjoy time exploring the island’s boutiques and charming lanes. Return to Sorrento for dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Sorrento. GRAND HOTEL VESUVIO 4*

Day 10 – Sorrento → Pompeii → Naples → Overnight Ferry to Palermo (B)

After breakfast, travel to Pompeii for a guided tour of the archaeological site, exploring remarkably preserved streets and villas. Continue to Naples Port to board your overnight ferry to Palermo. (No meals provided on board.)

Day 11 – Palermo (D)

Arrive in Palermo and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure or explore independently. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Palermo. HOTEL MERCURE PALERMO CENTRO 4*

Day 12 – Palermo → Monreale → Palermo (B, D)

This morning, visit Monreale Cathedral, a UNESCO site renowned for its dazzling mosaics and Norman architecture. Return to Palermo for a walking tour of the city, including Palermo Cathedral and the historic Old Town. The afternoon is free. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Palermo.

Day 13 – Palermo → Erice → Marsala (Light Lunch & Wine Tasting) → Agrigento (B, L, D)

Drive to Erice, a medieval village perched high above the sea. Continue to Marsala for a light lunch and wine tasting at a traditional winery. Proceed to Agrigento to visit the stunning Valley of the Temples, a UNESCO site with the Temples of Concordia, Hercules, and Jupiter. Dinner and overnight in Agrigento. HOTEL DELLA VALLE 4*

Day 14 – Agrigento → Ragusa Ibla → Ragusa (B, D)

Travel to Ragusa and explore the picturesque Ibla district, known for its Baroque architecture. Visit the Cathedral of San Giorgio and Cosentini Palace, both highlights of the UNESCO-listed Val di Noto. Dinner and overnight in Ragusa. HOTEL POGGIO DEL SOLE 4*

Day 15 – Ragusa → Noto → Syracuse → Taormina (B, D)

Visit Noto, famous for its exquisite Baroque façades and the Cathedral of San Nicolò. Continue to Syracuse to explore Ortygia Island, the historic core filled with ancient and medieval treasures. Arrive in Taormina and check in at your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Taormina. HOTEL SPLENDID 4* or HOTEL CAESAR PALACE 4* (GIARDINI NAXOS) – ONLY ON DEPARTURES MAY 04 & AUGUST 24 or similar.

Day 16 – Taormina → Mount Etna → Taormina (B)

Embark on an excursion to Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano. Weather permitting, ascend to approximately 1,800 meters to admire the volcanic landscape and panoramic views. Return to Taormina for a relaxed afternoon exploring boutiques, cafés, and coastal vistas. Overnight in Taormina.

Day 17 – Taormina (B)

After breakfast, check out from the hotel. Your unforgettable Italy Grand Discovery tour concludes here.
End of services.

Highlights

• Visit Assisi, Siena, Bologna and Tuscany Wine Region.

• Lunch in Assisi.

• Guided tour in Florence, Venice, Pompeii, Capri, Palermo and Agrigento.

• Lunch in traditional restaurant in Florence.

• Gastronomic Experience in Bologna with 1 drink included.

• Spritz & “Cicchetti” Experience in Venice.

• Traditional Tuscan lunch in Montepulciano with 1 glass of wine included.

• Tour of Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Square (with our exclusive “Skip the Line”).

• Tour of Pompeii with “Skip the Line.

• Visit of the Blue Grotto in Capri (weather permitting).

• Transfer In from the Port in Palermo to the hotel.

• Guided tour in Palermo and Agrigento.

• Visit of the Cathedral of Monreale (entrance ticket included).

• Agrigento: Entrance tickets to the Valley of Temples.

• Visit of a historic Cellar.

• Wine Tasting with light lunch in Marsala.

• Visit Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano, and discover its dramatic landscape.

• Baroque Sicily: Explore the stunning Baroque architecture of Ragusa Ibla, Noto, and Siracusa.

INCLUSIONS

• Transportation by deluxe motorcoach

• Monolingual Tour-escort in English

• Accommodation in 4 stars hotels

• Meals as per itinerary (please inform us at the moment of the booking, in case of any food allergy or alimentary restriction)

• Entrance tickets to St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice with “Skip the Line”

• Discovering Rome by Night (our regular sightseeing tour)

• Entrance tickets to Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with “Skip the Line”

• Entrance tickets to the archaeological site in Pompeii with “Skip the Line”

• Visit of the Blue Grotto in Capri

• Visits with expert local guide as per itinerary (Rome, Florence, Venice, Pompeii, Capri, Palermo, Agrigento and Siracusa)

• Entrance tickets to the archaeological sites in Sicily

• Porterage service (only in Sicily)

Note- The pick-up / drop-of times will be subject to confirmation by the local assistant

EXCLUSIONS
• Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned
• City tax for overnight stays (according to each city council rules)
• Personal expenses, international airfare, Visa fees
• Customary gratitude to your guide and driver

City Tax - Please note that rates do not includes city taxes when needed. City tax will be paid directly at the reception hotel desk upon arrival or at the check-out according to the local city board procedure. The city tax will change according to hotel category.