Duration
9 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Rome
Available
April 2024 / March 2025
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.
IMPORTANT: Please note that hotel check-in time is typically at 14:00 p.m. If you need early room access, consider booking an additional night at the start of your trip.
If you have booked additional nights, your room will be prepared upon arrival, but your trip guide will generally only contact you when the scheduled activities begin. At reception, you’ll find a sign with contact details and assistance hours for our staff. Until the tour begins, your schedule is free, and the hotel staff can assist with any inquiries.
Optional activities: During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. We recommend booking these activities well in advance through the Europamundo app or your "My Trip" link to ensure availability. Last-minute bookings may result in limited availability (e.g., tickets, coach seats).
Note: The timings in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust schedules as needed to make sure you have the best experience.
The tour will end in St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican. For those interested, our guide will offer an optional tour after the scenic tour, allowing you to explore St. Peter´s Basilica and the most outstanding rooms of the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, in more detail.
Free time in the afternoon. 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.
Note: Due to ongoing municipal regulations regarding the circulation of tourist coaches in Rome, the described scenic tour may be subject to variation.
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 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: 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: Pleasant views of Umbria.
Note: Please note that discreet dress is required for visiting the Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi; kindly keep this in mind for that part of our journey.
In the heart of Umbria, Perugia awaits—a captivating medieval city. At around 08:00 a.m., we’ll depart from the hotel for a panoramic city tour with a local guide. We’ll take the moving walkway up the rocky hill and get to know the historic center of the city of chocolate!
10:15 a.m. - Departure from Perugia.
11:00 a.m. - Assisi. You’ll have time for lunch and to explore this artistic jewel of Umbria. Free time to visit the basilicas.
01:30 p.m. - Departure from Assisi.
04:30 p.m. - Rome.
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.