Contrastes de Italia
Duration
11 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Rome
Available
April 2025 / March 2026
Cities to visit: Rome; Florence; Venice, Véneto; Padova; ; Gubbio; Perugia; Assisi; Naples; Capri; Sorrento; Salerno, Salerno; Pompei; Cassino, Lazio
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
Day
Welcome to Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
08:00 a.m. – After breakfast, we’ll include a panoramic tour of approximately two and a half hours through Italy’s capital, one of the oldest and most influential cities in Western civilization, an open-air museum in itself. We’ll pass by landmarks such as the Arch of Constantine, the Roman Forums, Circus Maximus, the Basilica of Saint Mary in Cosmedin with the Bocca della Verità (the Mouth of Truth), the Republican Temples, the Baths of Caracalla, the Aurelian Walls, the Basilica of Saint Mary Major, the Archbasilica of Saint John Lateran, the Minor Basilica of Saint Mary in Domnica alla Navicella, the Pyramid of Cestius, Porta San Paolo, Tiber Island, Lungotevere Avenue with the Babylonian-style Jewish Synagogue, and the exterior of Castel Sant´Angelo.
This tour will conclude in Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and the heart of the Catholic Church. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional visit after the panoramic tour, providing deeper insight into St. Peter’s Basilica and the most notable rooms of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The afternoon will be free.
06:30 p.m. - In the evening, we´ll include a transfer to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its charming traditional restaurants. We’ll return to the hotel at approximately 08:30 p.m.
This tour will conclude in Vatican City, an independent state within Rome and the heart of the Catholic Church. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional visit after the panoramic tour, providing deeper insight into St. Peter’s Basilica and the most notable rooms of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. The afternoon will be free.
06:30 p.m. - In the evening, we´ll include a transfer to Trastevere, a lively neighborhood known for its charming traditional restaurants. We’ll return to the hotel at approximately 08:30 p.m.
Enjoy a full day of free time to continue exploring the city. Today, we recommend an optional excursion to Naples, Capri, and Pompeii.
Total distance covered: 320km.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes of historical towns along the route.
Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes as the city tour of Florence involves walking.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Rome (time may vary, depending on the departure points).
12:30 p.m. – Florence. Upon arrival, we´ll stop at the Michelangelo viewpoint for a photo opportunity, offering one of the most stunning views of the city. Following this, we´ll embark on a sightseeing tour with a local guide of this renowned city, one of Italy´s most visited destinations considered the cradle of the Renaissance and some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael. Highlights of the tour include the Gothic cathedral Duomo di Firenze, the historic Ponte Vecchio, known for its goldsmith workshops along its paved streets and Piazza della Signoria, the city´s political heart featuring the medieval town hall. Free time in the afternoon. We recommend visiting one of its impressive museums, such as the Accademia Gallery or the Uffizi Gallery.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes of historical towns along the route.
Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes as the city tour of Florence involves walking.
08:00 a.m. – Departure from Rome (time may vary, depending on the departure points).
12:30 p.m. – Florence. Upon arrival, we´ll stop at the Michelangelo viewpoint for a photo opportunity, offering one of the most stunning views of the city. Following this, we´ll embark on a sightseeing tour with a local guide of this renowned city, one of Italy´s most visited destinations considered the cradle of the Renaissance and some of the most influential artists and thinkers in history, such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Raphael. Highlights of the tour include the Gothic cathedral Duomo di Firenze, the historic Ponte Vecchio, known for its goldsmith workshops along its paved streets and Piazza della Signoria, the city´s political heart featuring the medieval town hall. Free time in the afternoon. We recommend visiting one of its impressive museums, such as the Accademia Gallery or the Uffizi Gallery.
Total distance covered: 310 km.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes as we cross the Apennines, enjoying mountain views.
08:15 a.m. - Departure from Florence.
12:00 p.m. - Venice. We’ll transfer to Tronchetto to take a private boat to the historic center of Venice. We’ll cruise along the Giudecca Canal, admiring the stunning views of Venice. After lunch, which will be included for those with half board, we’ll go on a walking tour with a local guide, exploring St. Mark´s Square, including the Basilica and Campanile. We’ll also visit a renowned Murano Glass Factory to see traditional glass-working techniques. Afterward, you’ll have some free time. Our guide will suggest taking a gondola ride.
07:30 p.m. - Transfer back to the hotel (usually located in Mestre) from San Marco district on our private boat.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes as we cross the Apennines, enjoying mountain views.
08:15 a.m. - Departure from Florence.
12:00 p.m. - Venice. We’ll transfer to Tronchetto to take a private boat to the historic center of Venice. We’ll cruise along the Giudecca Canal, admiring the stunning views of Venice. After lunch, which will be included for those with half board, we’ll go on a walking tour with a local guide, exploring St. Mark´s Square, including the Basilica and Campanile. We’ll also visit a renowned Murano Glass Factory to see traditional glass-working techniques. Afterward, you’ll have some free time. Our guide will suggest taking a gondola ride.
07:30 p.m. - Transfer back to the hotel (usually located in Mestre) from San Marco district on our private boat.
Enjoy a free day to take in the charm of this city, exploring and discovering its memorable places.
Total distance covered: 475 km.
Scenery: The highlight is the arrival in San Marino, with its fortress perched atop the mountain. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes while crossing the Apennines.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Venice.
08:15 a.m. - Padua. We are in the city of San Antonio, home to a beautiful medieval basilica that receives many pilgrims, with bustling streets in the center. Time to visit the Basilica.
09:30 a.m. – Departure from Padua. We’ll travel to the Adriatic coast and then to San Marino, a tiny independent country surrounded by Italy.
01:30 p.m. - San Marino. Free time at the top of the heavily fortified mountain. Time to stroll, have lunch, and do some shopping.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from San Marino. Beautiful countryside crossing the Apennines.
06:15 p.m. - Gubbio. A small, marvelously preserved city, where the Palace of Consuls and the twelfth-century cathedral stand out. Time for a walk.
07:30 p.m. – Departure from Gubbio
08:30 p.m. – Perugia. Arrival and accommodation.
Scenery: The highlight is the arrival in San Marino, with its fortress perched atop the mountain. Enjoy the beautiful landscapes while crossing the Apennines.
07:30 a.m. – Departure from Venice.
08:15 a.m. - Padua. We are in the city of San Antonio, home to a beautiful medieval basilica that receives many pilgrims, with bustling streets in the center. Time to visit the Basilica.
09:30 a.m. – Departure from Padua. We’ll travel to the Adriatic coast and then to San Marino, a tiny independent country surrounded by Italy.
01:30 p.m. - San Marino. Free time at the top of the heavily fortified mountain. Time to stroll, have lunch, and do some shopping.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from San Marino. Beautiful countryside crossing the Apennines.
06:15 p.m. - Gubbio. A small, marvelously preserved city, where the Palace of Consuls and the twelfth-century cathedral stand out. Time for a walk.
07:30 p.m. – Departure from Gubbio
08:30 p.m. – Perugia. Arrival and accommodation.
Total distance covered: 435 km.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes of Umbria.
Note: Modest dress code is required in the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi; please keep this in mind for this part of the trip.
Perugia, in the heart of the Umbria region, is a captivating medieval city. With a local guide, we’ll embark on a city tour (usually departing from the hotel at 08:00 a.m.). Using escalators, we’ll go up the rocky hills to explore the charming historic center. Should you buy chooclate? Absolutely! This city is known for its chocolate!
Note: Occasionally, the tour of Perugia may be done when you return from Assisi.
10:15 a.m. - Departure from Perugia.
11:00 a.m. - Assisi. We’ll have time for lunch and to explore this artistic jewel of Umbria. You can use this time to visit the basilicas.
01:30 p.m. - Departure from Assisi. We’ll pass through Rome on our way to southern Italy.
08:00 p.m. - Naples.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes of Umbria.
Note: Modest dress code is required in the Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi; please keep this in mind for this part of the trip.
Perugia, in the heart of the Umbria region, is a captivating medieval city. With a local guide, we’ll embark on a city tour (usually departing from the hotel at 08:00 a.m.). Using escalators, we’ll go up the rocky hills to explore the charming historic center. Should you buy chooclate? Absolutely! This city is known for its chocolate!
Note: Occasionally, the tour of Perugia may be done when you return from Assisi.
10:15 a.m. - Departure from Perugia.
11:00 a.m. - Assisi. We’ll have time for lunch and to explore this artistic jewel of Umbria. You can use this time to visit the basilicas.
01:30 p.m. - Departure from Assisi. We’ll pass through Rome on our way to southern Italy.
08:00 p.m. - Naples.
Total distance covered: 65 km, plus boat trip.
Scenery: Stunning landscapes in the Bay of Naples and Sorrento.
Notes: Part of this trip will be by boat, so we recommend bringing warm clothes. Don’t forget your camera in case you want to photograph the breathtaking views. Due to weather conditions, ships connecting Naples with Capri or Capri with Sorrento may not operate. In such cases, the route will be modified to arrive at Sorrento by highway and visit Amalfi instead of Capri.
09:30 a.m. - Departure from Naples by ferry. The boat trip will last approximately one hour, offering picturesque views.
10:40 a.m. - Capri. Free time for lunch on the island. Optionally, you can take a boat to visit Grotta Bianca and the faraglioni or take the funicular to go up to Capri city.
03:15 p.m. - We’ll take a ferry (schedules may vary) to Sorrento, enjoying beautiful scenery along the way.
04:00 p.m. - Sorrento. We’ll explore this charming and lively town perched on a cliff, with its port located in the lower area.
06:00 p.m. - Departure from Sorrento.
07:45 p.m. - Salerno. Arrival and accommodation. Would you like to take a stroll through this vibrant southern Italian city?
Note: During the winter months, the schedules will be modified (departing earlier from Naples) to make the most of the daylight.
Scenery: Stunning landscapes in the Bay of Naples and Sorrento.
Notes: Part of this trip will be by boat, so we recommend bringing warm clothes. Don’t forget your camera in case you want to photograph the breathtaking views. Due to weather conditions, ships connecting Naples with Capri or Capri with Sorrento may not operate. In such cases, the route will be modified to arrive at Sorrento by highway and visit Amalfi instead of Capri.
09:30 a.m. - Departure from Naples by ferry. The boat trip will last approximately one hour, offering picturesque views.
10:40 a.m. - Capri. Free time for lunch on the island. Optionally, you can take a boat to visit Grotta Bianca and the faraglioni or take the funicular to go up to Capri city.
03:15 p.m. - We’ll take a ferry (schedules may vary) to Sorrento, enjoying beautiful scenery along the way.
04:00 p.m. - Sorrento. We’ll explore this charming and lively town perched on a cliff, with its port located in the lower area.
06:00 p.m. - Departure from Sorrento.
07:45 p.m. - Salerno. Arrival and accommodation. Would you like to take a stroll through this vibrant southern Italian city?
Note: During the winter months, the schedules will be modified (departing earlier from Naples) to make the most of the daylight.
Total distance covered: 300 km.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes.
Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for walking around Pompeii.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Salerno.
08:45 a.m. - Pompeii. Explore the ancient Roman city buried under the ashes of Mount Vesuvius two thousand years ago. The visit includes tickets and a guided tour to learn about the history of this fascinating site.
11:30 a.m. - Departure from Pompeii.
12:00 p.m. - Naples. Discover one of Italy´s most captivating cities, known for its rich history and vibrant culture. The historic quarter of Naples, one of the largest in Europe, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll through its lively, narrow streets, featuring the quintessential Italian scene of laundry hanging from the balconies.
02:30 p.m. - Departure from Naples.
04:00 p.m. - Cassino. Visit the site of the largest battle on Italian soil during World War II and explore the breathtaking abbey, which offers magnificent views.
05:30 p.m. - Departure from Cassino.
08:15 p.m. - Rome.
Scenery: Pleasant landscapes.
Note: We recommend wearing comfortable shoes for walking around Pompeii.
08:00 a.m. - Departure from Salerno.
08:45 a.m. - Pompeii. Explore the ancient Roman city buried under the ashes of Mount Vesuvius two thousand years ago. The visit includes tickets and a guided tour to learn about the history of this fascinating site.
11:30 a.m. - Departure from Pompeii.
12:00 p.m. - Naples. Discover one of Italy´s most captivating cities, known for its rich history and vibrant culture. The historic quarter of Naples, one of the largest in Europe, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You’ll have time for lunch and a stroll through its lively, narrow streets, featuring the quintessential Italian scene of laundry hanging from the balconies.
02:30 p.m. - Departure from Naples.
04:00 p.m. - Cassino. Visit the site of the largest battle on Italian soil during World War II and explore the breathtaking abbey, which offers magnificent views.
05:30 p.m. - Departure from Cassino.
08:15 p.m. - Rome.
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.
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