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If you require more information, please view our Cookie Policy GOT IT TTC family of brands FAQsGet a QuoteAgents Login My Trafalgar Destinations Ways To Go Deals About Us Get Inspired 866 513 1995 or call your travel agent Customers Agents Home Tours Grand Italian Experience 4.6 844 reviews GRAND ITALIAN EXPERIENCE Seasonal Sale Was $5,775 Save up to $900 From $4,875 Find this price Available Dates Easy Quote Your itinerary Dates & prices Reviews Available Dates Easy Quote * Your itinerary * Dates & prices * Reviews Trip Year 2024 2025 17-DAY ITALY TOUR FROM ROME TO SORRENTO, VENICE, ITALIAN LAKES AND FLORENCE TRAVEL 17 days, 2 countries and 15 cities ACCOMMODATION 16 nights MEALS 16 Breakfasts, 8 Dinners Itinerary View day-by-day trip itinerary A rare opportunity to see the extraordinary limestone trulli houses of Alberobello is the highlight of this journey. Discover Italy's delights during dinner with Signor Luciano, journey across the Bay of Naples to Capri, dream of star-crossed lovers in Verona and delight in the Italian Lake District sheltered by the southern Alps. Looking to book in a group of 9 or more? Deals, savings and exclusive private touring options available plus if you need a different date or itinerary change we can create a custom trip. Contact us for more details Trip code: ITGA Low deposit from $200 Deposit protection Free booking changes TRIP MAP & ITINERARY Day by day itinerary 17 days itinerary trip from Rome to Rome visiting 2 countries and 15 cities Download itinerary Print itinerary Expand all days Day 1 Welcome to Rome Rome Arrival Transfer See more Day 1 Welcome to Rome Blaze a trail through la bella Italia – your epic journey begins in Rome, once the powerful capital of the world and yours to explore before meeting your travel companions and Travel Director for a light supper and orientation drive introducing you to some of the city's iconic and unexpected highlights. Arrival Transfer Depart Leonardo da Vinci airport (FCO) at 09:30, 12:30, 15:30 Accommodation Crowne Plaza Roma - St. Peter's Rome Included Meals Dinner Day 2 Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Rome Vatican Rome See more Day 2 Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Follow in the footsteps of the pilgrims who for centuries have flocked to Vatican City. Visit St. Peter's Basilica, one of the holiest sites in Christendom, joining a Local Specialist for an included sightseeing tour. See Michelangelo's magnificent Pietà, hewn from a perfect block of Carrara marble. Then, venture into Ancient Rome to see Circus Maximus, where the thundering noise of chariot races once filled the air. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. Stroll down the Spanish steps or sit in an outdoor cafe on the famous Via Veneto or continue your encounter with Ancient Rome on Palatine Hill to see the Temple of Apollo and Flavian Palace, among other excavations. Accommodation Crowne Plaza Roma - St. Peter's Rome Included Meals Breakfast * Optional Experience Piazzas and Fountains Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic center, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Roman Evening with Dinner Tonight, spend a lively evening with us in Rome. After a short drive, we'll arrive at a characteristic trattoria to relax and enjoy a typical Italian meal, soaking up The Eternal City's unique atmosphere all the while. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 3 Journey to the Alberobello Region Rome Alberobello See more Day 3 Journey to the Alberobello Region We travel east through the mountains of Campania to the orange and olive groves of Puglia on the Adriatic coast, our home for the next two nights. This evening, we enjoy a delicious local dinner at our hotel. Accommodation Hotel Sierra Silvana Alberobello Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner * Optional Experience Tivoli and Gardens of the Villa d’Este Enjoy the gardens and fountains of the famous Villa d’Este. We’ll see its grottos and pavilions, the Avenue of a Hundred Fountains, the Dragon Fountain and the Fountain of the Water Organ. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 4 Be My Guest Admire Alberobello’s Iconic Architecture Alberobello See more Day 4 Admire Alberobello’s Iconic Architecture Enjoy a morning at leisure. Consider an Optional Experience or relax with a swim at your hotel. This afternoon, the conical limestone houses of Alberobello take center stage during our guided tour with a Local Specialist. Here, we’ll see the UNESCO-listed collection of almost 1,500 trulli dating back to the 14th century. This evening, we Connect With Locals with a Be My Guest experience at a traditional masseria. Meet Signor Luciano for dinner on his Alberobello farm where you can taste seasonal produce, including fresh almonds, cherries, tomatoes and olive oil. Accommodation Hotel Sierra Silvana Alberobello Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner * Be My Guest Meet Signor Luciano for Dinner in Alberobello Meet Signor Luciano on his Alberobello farm where you can taste seasonal produce, including fresh almonds, cherries, tomatoes and olive oil, as well as enjoy a local stone masonry demonstration at our Be My Guest dinner. See more Included with trip * Optional Experience A Guided Visit to Ostuni With its stark, white-washed buildings, narrow cobbled streets and arched stairways, Ostuni is reminiscent of a North African Arab Medina. Set against three hills, 'The White Town' is a photographer's delight - and we'll get to explore it all with our Local Specialist on this exceptional trip. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 5 Onwards to Sunny Sorrento Alberobello Sorrento See more Day 5 Onwards to Sunny Sorrento The fresh aroma of lemons is your constant companion in the stunning coastal town of Sorrento, your home for the next two nights. View the bustling Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia before spending the afternoon at leisure. Kick back and sip delicious Limoncello di Sorrento, enjoy lunch in this picture-perfect town or spend the afternoon soaking up la dolce vita. This evening we dine in a local restaurant. Accommodation Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner * Optional Experience Amalfi Coast and Positano Come with us for a drive along the famous Amalfi Coast. You’ll have a chance to visit the exclusive artists’ paradise of Positano, which is magnificently positioned on the Mediterranean coast. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 6 A Day on the Isle of Capri Sorrento Capri Sorrento See more Day 6 A Day on the Isle of Capri Cruise the deep blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea to the beautiful Isle of Capri. Enjoy a guided tour of Capri town, watching the beautiful people sip cappuccino in the glamorous piazzetta. Accommodation Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto Included Meals Breakfast * Optional Experience Discover The Isle Of Capri Experience the spectacular cliffs and famous turquoise waters of Capri during a relaxing cruise to the most beautiful part of the island, the southern side. View the beautiful grottoes and unique coastline before ascending to Capri town. This optional experience is weather dependent and may be replaced by a minibus tour of the Island with a visit to Anacapri and either the Villa San Michele or the Anacapri chairlift. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Sorrento Countryside and Farmhouse Meal Join us at a traditional farm in the Sorrento countryside, where you'll visit the lemon groves, olive oil mill and see first-hand how mozzarella is made. Afterwards, enjoy the authentic flavors of home-produced cold cuts, marinated vegetables, fresh olives and more - all washed down with the local wine. The atmosphere is informal, as the family are welcoming you into their home. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Dinner Neapolitan Style Join us for an evening of Neapolitan specialties at one of our favorite family-run restaurants. Savor local dishes all served up with the famous Neapolitan hospitality and zest for life. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 7 Trafalgar Difference Uncover Pompeii's Ruins and on to Assisi Sorrento Pompeii Assisi See more Day 7 Uncover Pompeii's Ruins and on to Assisi Explore the tragic history of the ancient lost city of Pompeii with a Local Specialist. Gain a deeper understanding of what life was like in this Roman settlement that lay buried for centuries after Mount Vesuvius erupted. Continue your journey through the rolling green and golden fields of Umbria, arriving at the mystical hilltop town of Assisi. Meet your Local Specialist for a visit of the stunning Basilica of St. Francis, featuring exquisite frescoes by Giotto. We'll stay at one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery. Accommodation Hotel Cenacolo Assisi Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner * Trafalgar Difference Stays with Stories Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli. Included with trip Included and optional experiences Day 8 Trafalgar Difference Onwards to Venice Assisi Verona Venice See more Day 8 Onwards to Venice We venture to the Adriatic coast bound for Venice. A city like no other in the world, you'll explore its canals and waterways during your time on the islands of the Venetian Lagoon, home to the artistic tradition of blown glass. Our home for the next two nights is one of Trafalgar’s Stays With Stories. Accommodation Hyatt Centric Murano Venice Included Meals Breakfast * Trafalgar Difference Stays with Stories Preserving the tradition of Murano glass art, Hyatt Centric Murano Hotel retains its industrial architecture, embodying the spirit of the glass blowers who once plied their trade there. See more Included with trip * Optional Experience Gondolas & the Grand Canal Join us for a breathtaking cruise by private water taxi along Venice's Grand Canal. You'll admire the magnificent palazzi, catching a glimpse of the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square. Later on, you'll glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice's dreamy, narrow waterways. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 9 MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Cruise the Canals of Venice Venice See more Day 9 Cruise the Canals of Venice This morning start the day by observing the delicate craft of Venetian glassblowing that spans centuries. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience helps to preserve the traditions that have been handed down through the generations and you’ll be inspired to buy a souvenir to remind you of the talent and skill shared enthusiastically by the master craftsmen. Next you’ll glide by private launch along busy waterways to view the Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica before exploring the city on your terms. Stroll beside the Grand Canal, nibble on delicious cicchetti at a cozy bacaro or cross the lagoon for an Optional Experience to the colorful fishermen's Island of Burano. Accommodation Hyatt Centric Murano Venice Included Meals Breakfast * MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Learn about the History and Ancient Skills on Venetian Glassblowing Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit. Included with trip * Optional Experience Venice's Secrets Explore the hidden maze of streets which make up this unique city as your Local Specialist gives you a fascinating insight into Venice's past and present. You’ll discover tucked away squares and back streets local Venetians use to side-step the tourist throng and give you a sense of authentic life on the island of Venice. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fisherman's island of Burano, famous for its multi-colored houses - a photographer's paradise. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 10 Journey to Verona and on to the Italian Lakes Venice Baveno See more Day 10 Journey to Verona and on to the Italian Lakes Celebrate the epic tale of Romeo and Juliet during this morning's visit to the fair city of Verona and view the Roman arena build in the 1st century and famously used for opera these days. We spend this afternoon on the quiet shores of Lake Maggiore, soaking up the pleasant lakeside atmosphere and exploring Baveno. An Optional Experience takes you to dinner in an iconic setting on Lake Maggiore. Accommodation Hotel Simplon Baveno Included Meals Breakfast * Optional Experience Dinner on Isola dei Pescatori This evening escape to the charming and tranquil island of Isola dei Pescatori. A short boat ride from the shores of Lake Maggiore, this fisherman’s Island is inhabited year round by only 50 permanent residents. Stroll through the small piazza, surrounded by tight and winding alleys, to enjoy dinner at one of the Island's restaurants. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 11 Explore Milan Baveno Milan Baveno See more Day 11 Explore Milan Relax on the shores of Lake Maggiore or take an Optional Experience to the Borromean Islands and soak up the incredible beauty of the Italian Lakes. Later, experience the fashion capital of Milan. Enjoy free time to explore on your own after an orientation of the city's iconic sights. See the exquisite Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the Galleria, one of the world's oldest shopping malls. Accommodation Hotel Simplon Baveno Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner * Optional Experience Treasures of Milan A fantastic opportunity to take in some of the highlights of elegant Milan. Amongst other sights, we'll visit La Scala, the world's most famous opera house, where Giuseppe Verdi, Maria Callas and others have left their mark. Our wonderful Local Specialist will bring the city’s eventful past to life. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Discover The Borromean Islands We've organised a private launch to take you to the beautiful islands of Lake Maggiore. Here you will meet with your Local Specialist to do a tour of the magnificent palace. You will also explore the Island’s baroque garden with its white peacocks and vista terraces, from where you can enjoy privileged views of the Alps, the Isola Madre and the Isola dei Pescatori. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 12 Onwards to La Spezia Baveno La Spezia See more Day 12 Onwards to La Spezia Enjoy the sunrise reflected on the picturesque Lake Maggiore, or take a leisurely stroll before your leave your lakeside resort. Later travel to the port city of La Spezia on the Ligurian Coast. Accommodation Hotel Firenze & Continentale La Spezia Included Meals Breakfast * Optional Experience Wine Tasting and Sarzana Visit Near the ancient Via Aurelia, we'll visit a winery to learn about vermentino grapes, the pride of Liguria. We'll taste several wines paired with local snacks and tour the 18th century country farmhouse. Then, we'll continue on to Sarzana, a small town on the old pilgrimage route of the Via Francigena, with a rich history and heritage. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Sarzana Dinner and Drive Tonight we'll go off the beaten track to the alluring medieval town of Sarzana, a hidden gem. We’ve chosen an elegant venue, where you’ll enjoy dinner with drinks. Its distinctive ambiance is brimming with charm and unique character which make it a firm favorite with the locals. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 13 La Spezia Your Way La Spezia La Spezia See more Day 13 La Spezia Your Way Indulge in a full free day to soak up the laid-back atmosphere. Stroll along the waterfront or consider joining an Optional Experience to Porto Venere and the Bay of Poets where you’ll embark on an encounter with the cliffside villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, we dine locally. Accommodation Hotel Firenze & Continentale La Spezia Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner * Optional Experience The Cinque Terre and Porto Venere Today, with our Local Specialist, we’ll visit the Bay of Poets and the beautiful Porto Venere, where we can admire the UNESCO-protected Cinque Terre. Still to this day, the villages retain their charm and reputation for producing some of Italy's most exclusive wines. In inclement weather, Porto Venere cannot be visited. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 14 Uncover Pisa and on to Florence La Spezia Pisa Florence See more Day 14 Uncover Pisa and on to Florence Traveling south through the unforgettable scenery of Tuscany, we arrive in Pisa to view its famous Leaning Tower before continuing to the Renaissance city of Florence. This afternoon is yours at leisure to wander through the grand squares and labyrinthine lanes of Florence, whose connection with the Medici family saw this city become one of the world's most cultural centers. Consider a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see the Michelangelo's statue of David, amble along the Arno River or ascend the stone steps up to Piazzale Michelangelo for spectacular views of the city. Accommodation Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence Included Meals Breakfast * Optional Experience Dinner in the Tuscan Hills This evening we'll take a scenic drive to experience a fun and relaxed evening at a friendly, typical restaurant in the countryside. The chef will delight our senses with regional dishes, made with freshly-bought ingredients from the local farmers' markets. Your delicious meal will be accompanied by excellent wines from the vineyards for which this area is so well known. In short, a Tuscan dream come true in an authentic setting. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Tuscan Dinner at Villa Machiavelli Through the Chianti hills, we'll drive past vineyards to a delightful hamlet. Our destination is the ancient stone house of Machiavelli, where the great political theorist wrote his immortal work, ‘The Prince'. After a welcome drink and a visit of the villa and its wine-cellars, we'll enjoy the best of Tuscan cuisine accompanied by great music and drinks, including of course, Chianti from the Villa's own vines. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 15 Discover Renaissance Florence Florence See more Day 15 Discover Renaissance Florence Join a Local Specialist this morning to view the city's finest masterpieces – the magnificent Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower and the 13th-century Santa Croce Basilica, the final resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. Then, spend the rest of the afternoon as you wish. Walk across the Ponte Vecchio which has straddled the Arno River for almost 700 years, or wander through the Renaissance Boboli Gardens, stopping for a slice or two of schiacciata along the way. Accommodation Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence Included Meals Breakfast * Optional Experience Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia Enjoy an insight into the world of Michelangelo and his masterpiece, David. We'll visit the Academy of Fine Arts and its Michelangelo collection, where you'll learn all about the life and works of this immortal Renaissance genius through the expert commentary of our Local Specialist. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Discover Palazzo Vecchio Marvel at the legacy of the Medici as you visit Palazzo Vecchio, the symbol of Florence's political power for over seven centuries. With our Local Specialist we’ll visit the wonderful "Hall of the Five Hundred", dedicated to the Medici popes. We’ll also visit rooms decorated with masterpieces by famous artists of the Renaissance like Michelangelo and Donatello. See more Additional cost applies * Optional Experience Visit To San Gimignano Join us for a panoramic drive to the nearby hilltop town of San Gimignano. Magnificently preserved from the Middle Ages, this little town, known as the 'Medieval Manhattan', is one of the most beautiful in Italy - a true gem. You'll also be treated to a delicious local gelato. See more Additional cost applies Included and optional experiences Day 16 All Roads Lead to Rome Florence Vatican Rome See more Day 16 All Roads Lead to Rome Today we journey past the sprawling vineyards of Chianti and beneath the hill-towns of Umbria before arriving in Rome. Tour the extraordinary Vatican Museums with a Local Specialist, including views of Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. This evening, Roman flavors and ancient ruins take center stage as you dine at Ristorante Pancrazio, located just a stone’s throw away from where the Emperor Julius Caesar is said to have been assassinated. Toast your travels over a selection of the restaurants signature Roman dishes handed down over four generations since 1922. Favorites like Pasta all’ Amatriciana, Saltimbocca and Tiramisu are served with a selection of local wines. Accommodation Shangri-La Rome Included Meals Breakfast, Dinner Day 17 Journey Home Rome Departure Transfer See more Day 17 Journey Home Our epic encounter with Italy has come to an end. We say arrivederci to Rome and our newfound friends at the end of our Grand Italian Experience. Departure Transfer Arrive at Leonardo da Vinci airport (FCO) at 07:00, 09:30 Included Meals Breakfast ABOUT THIS TRIP SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS Explore Rome, Alberobello, Capri, Pompeii, Assisi and Florence with a Local Specialist Discover Sorrento, Venice and Milan Visit the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS Specific transfer information can be found here: Airport Transfers An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) Return cruise to the Isle of Capri Optional Experiences and free time On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized. * MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® EXPERIENCES Every one of our tours includes at least one conscious travel experience that supports one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS). Look out for yours within the day-by-day trip itinerary. Find out more * NET-ZERO BY 2050 Travel knowing our 4-point climate action plan will ensure net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Find out more * SUPPORT LOCAL Your tour directly supports local communities by visiting family-run businesses, UNESCO sites and places of cultural significance. Find out more * SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES Every part of our business, from trip design to how we run our offices, aligns to our 5-year sustainability strategy which ensures a positive impact on people, the planet and wildlife. Find out more * PHILANTHROPIC EFFORTS Our not-for-profit, the TreadRight Foundation, invests in nature-based solutions to address climate change. 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