8 Days Italy and Vatican Tour Package with Rome, Florence

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Day 1: Rome Arrival, Airport Pick-up When you arrive at Rome FCO Airport, the chaperon will pick you up and send you to the hotel in the city center. On the way, main attractions of Rome and the itinerary for the next 3 days will be introduced. You can make your own arrangements for the rest of the day. Accommodation: Hotel Ponte Sisto (4 stars) or similar Vatican Museums Marvellous Frescoes
Day 2: Vatican Tour: St. Peters Basilica, Sistine Chapel, and Vatican Museum View More Videos St. Peter's Basilica & the Square Today, you will take a Vatican day tour lasting 4 hours. Please go to the meeting point (outside the entrance to the Vatican Museums) to meet your guide. He will show you and explain Vatican’s most famous attractions. And you will save time waiting in line and enter the scenic spot directly. St. Peters Basilica is the most outstanding Renaissance building and the largest church in the world, where Michelangelo's Pieta is stored. And in Sistine Chapel, the guide will give you plenty of time for admiring Michelangelo's famous frescoes like "The Last Judgement". Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Ponte Sisto (4 stars) or similar
Day 3: Rome Walking Tour: Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain View More Videos Roman Colosseum After breakfast, you will be accompanied to have a private guided ancient Rome walking tour, packing in some of the most impressive and monumental architecture of the capital city. The journey starts with Rome’s city heart, where the famous Colosseum is standing. Have a glimpse of the 50,000-seat elliptical amphitheater, which was constructed about 2,000 years ago, whispering the story of how gladiators and prisoners once fought for their lives with hungry lions and beasts, surrounded by cheering crowds. And now, you are just like one of those Roman spectators. Getting out of the amphitheater, you will be smitten by the 20-meter (66-foot) high spectacular Arch of Constantine, situated west of the Colosseum, which was built in honor of Emperor Constantine's victory over Maxentius in 312. Then make our way to the neighboring Roman Forum & Palatine Hill. The forum used to be the city’s main venue for holding public speeches and criminal trials, surrounded by then most essential public buildings like theaters, temples, and senate houses. Stroll around to immerse yourself in the ancient Roman civilization and climb up the flat-topped Palatine Hill standing above the forum, where you can find palace ruins and beautiful gardens of several Roman emperors. In the afternoon, follow the guide to pass through two stunning city squares, Piazza Venezia, and Piazza Navona. We will come to Pantheon to admire the perfect dome geometry of the world’s best preserved ancient Roman architecture and discover how it has stood for over 2,000 years intact. Without any additional reinforcing support structures, the dome with a diameter of 43.3 meters (142 ft.) was made of only concrete, which means it is supported by its own weight. The secret hides inside the vault's five rows of recesses, which help to distribute the forces and reduce the weight. Later, continue down the road to Trevi Fountain, the most beautiful and photographed fountain in Rome and even in the world. Founded in 1730, it’s still a legendary looker boasting breathtaking architecture and baroque-style sculptures. Don’t forget the old tradition of keeping your eyes closed and tossing a coin into the fountain with the right hand over your left shoulder, which is said to not only bring good luck but also ensure your return to Rome one day. Today’s last stop is Piazza di Spagna (Spanish Square), which houses the famous Spanish Steps, where Audrey Hepburn encountered Gregory Peck in the popular film Roman Holiday (1953). You may also try a Gelato Audrey had ever tasted in Giolitti Cafe, and the ice cream heaven is only a 10-minute walk from the square. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Ponte Sisto (4 stars) or similar The Colosseum in Rome Trevi Fountain
Day 4: High Speed Train from Rome to Florence After breakfast, your driver will pick you up at the hotel and transfer you to Rome Termini Railway Station. Take the high speed Euro-star train that depart at about 10:15am and arrive in Florence about 1.5 hours later. A first-class seat is prepared for you. In Florence, another chauffeur will escort you from the station to the hotel. The time in the afternoon is free for you. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel L’Orologio (4 stars) or similar
Day 5: Florence Walking Tour with Michelangelo's David & Uffizi Gallery Today you will join in our 4-hour Private Florence Walking Tour. Our expert tour guide will show you Florence's most famous attractions: Michelangelo’s David and the Uffizi Gallery. By strolling around Florence with the guide, you will also see the important landmarks of Florence during the art renaissance period. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel L’Orologio (4 stars) or similar Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower Florence City View
Day 6: High Speed Train from Florence to Venice, Private Gondola Ride After a leisurely breakfast, your chauffeur will pick you up at the hotel and accompany you to take a private car to Santa Maria Novella Train Station. You will take the high speed train that departs at 10:33am to the next stop. After about 2 hours of travel, you will reach the charming Venice. You will meet our chaperon at the station and be transferred to the hotel by a private water-taxi. Noon time is free. At 5.00 pm, we will arrange a 35-minute Private Gondola Ride for you with the most unique experience. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Palace Bonvecchiati (4 stars) or similar Gondola Ride in Venice Bridge of Sighs
Day 7: Venice: St. Mark's Square & Basilica, Private Grand Canal Boat Tour Today we will arrange a 4-hour private tour for you. Together with our expert guide, you will have a comprehensive understanding of Venice. First stroll around St. Marks Square, and then visit St. Marks Basilica. Then enjoy the Private Grand Canal Boat Tour and finally explore the charming San Polo district. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Hotel Palace Bonvecchiati (4 stars) or similar St. Marks Basilica Burano Island
Day 8: Private Transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport You will be sent to Venice Marco Polo International Airport for departure by private water-taxi and private car. Hope you a pleasant trip home! Meals: Breakfast
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