Best of Italy in a Week: Venice, Florence, Tuscany and Rome Tour

Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower in Florence in Italy

What to expect on this itinerary

From the Colosseum in Rome to the Duomo in Florence, gondolas cruising Venice’s Grand Canal to Tuscany’s rolling hills, explore iconic highlights during your 7-day best of Italy tour. Embrace and experience la dolce vita and walk in the footsteps of ancient gladiators, see paintings that capture the spirit of the Renaissance, and indulge in handmade pasta, all within a week carefully designed for you.

Countries Visited

Italy

Places Visited

Venice, Burano, Murano, Torcello, Florence, Rome

Suggested Duration

7 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Venice – Delight in a Half-Day Tour of La Serenissima

Lavish palaces and marvelous churches tower above the narrow canals and rippling waters of the Venetian Lagoon. You will arrive at your hotel along a private dock and take a moment to settle into the comforts of the city. If you arrive early enough in the day, you can meet your guide in the lobby for a introductory tour. Cross over the splendor of the Rialto Bridge as the stone arches support the covering around an opening offering views to the canal. You will reach St. Mark’s Square to find the eponymous basilica shimmering with golden hues beneath the Byzantine domes.

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Day 2

Venice – Visit Murano, Burano, and Torcello

Day 3

Florence – Enjoy a Walking Tour of the Renaissance

Day 4

Florence – Explore the Uffizi's Marvels

Day 5

Rome – Wander Pienza and Montalcino en route to Rome

Day 6

Rome – Find Ancient, Baroque, and Renaissance Rome

Day 7

Rome – Depart for Home

Trip Highlights

  • Embrace the breathtaking artwork of Renaissance masters in Florence on a private guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery and the Pitti Palace
  • Watch glassblowers design and shape handmade pieces on the historic island of Murano in the Venetian Lagoon
  • Wander along the ancient roads connecting the brilliance of Rome to enter the prominent arena of the Colosseum and the remains of the Forum
  • Discover the grandeur of St. Peter’s Basilica to follow in the footsteps of Michelangelo, viewing the dome, his Pieta, and the Sistine Chapel
  • Cruise the Grand Canal and enjoy the hidden chambers of the Doge’s Palace while embracing the grace and opulence of the Venetian Republic
  • Visit with artisan craftsmen continuing in the traditions of handmade, intricate skills ranging from jewelry to bookbinding
  • Explore iconic Tuscan hilltop towns resembling fantastical fairytales while strolling through medieval Montalcino and renaissance Pienza

Starting Price

$6,700 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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Zicasso’s travel specialist made this our best trip ever. She was communicative and accommodating, as well as always available for our questions. Every tour and every guide was exceptional. Their ability to communicate their enthusiasm and passion was jaw-dropping. We came back each day with our mouths dropped by the amount of information and the fun we had. Each hotel the travel specialist picked for us was great, offering the best locations and caring, accommodating staff. She was a lovely and genuine person.

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The itinerary beautifully blended visits to charming fishing villages with well-paced day tours, allowing for meaningful free time in between. In fact, she strongly encouraged us to include a free day to explore on our own, which made a noticeable difference, as we never felt rushed or exhausted. The hotels were impeccably selected and added greatly to the overall experience.

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