5-Day Italy Tour: Rome, Florence, Venice & Assisi
Multiple cities, several nights in 4-star hotels, one coach
A 5-day guided coach tour departing from Rome that moves through Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna and Venice with stays in centrally located 4-star hotels. Expert local guides lead you through the Basilica of St. Francis, Florence's Duomo and Piazza della Signoria, Bologna's San Petronio Basilica, and Venice's St. Mark's Square and Bridge of Sighs. Timed entry tickets, meals showcasing regional cuisine, and a spritz experience in Venice are included.
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Day 1: Rome to Florence via Assisi and Siena
- Depart Rome for Assisi
- Explore Basilica of St. Francis
- Travel to Siena
- Guided tour of Piazza del Campo
- Arrive in Florence and check in
- Enjoy welcome dinner
Day 2: Florence city tour
- Visit Florence Duomo
- Explore Piazza della Signoria
- Tour Santa Croce Basilica
Day 3: Florence to Venice via Bologna
- Visit Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore in Bologna
- See Basilica of San Petronio
- Travel to Venice and check in
Day 4: Venice highlights
- Explore Piazza San Marco
- Visit Bridge of Sighs
- Enjoy spritz or prosecco with tour leader
Day 5: Venice to Rome via Montepulciano
- Visit Montepulciano wine region
- Return to Rome and conclude tour
What’s included
- Four nights in 4-star hotels in Florence, Mestre and Venice.
- timed entry tickets to key attractions.
- guided tours with licensed local guides and headsets.
- air-conditioned coach transport throughout.
- spritz and cicchetti (light lunch) experience in Venice.
- regional meals showcasing local cuisine.
- onboard WiFi.
- Monday 07:45
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5-day escorted tour from Rome through Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna and Venice with 4-star hotels, guided tours and local expert guides in your choice of language.
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The experience
The coach departs Rome at 7:15 AM on day one and heads to Assisi, where you explore the medieval town and visit the Basilica of St. Francis: a complex of two buildings whose frescoes and interior decorations hold some of the most precious artistic value in Italy. From there you continue to Siena for a guided tour of the Piazza del Campo, then arrive in Florence for the night. Day two stays in Florence, where the Duomo dominates the skyline with its tiled dome designed by Brunelleschi, and you walk through Piazza della Signoria, where Michelangelo's David once stood as a symbol of Florentine power. Santa Croce Basilica holds the tombs of Michelangelo, Rossini, Machiavelli and Galileo Galilei.
On day three you leave Florence for Bologna, stopping at Piazza Maggiore and the San Petronio Basilica (one of the largest churches in Europe) before heading to Venice. Days four and five center on Venice: St. Mark's Square, surrounded by the Basilica with its marble and mosaic decorations, the Palazzo Ducale, and the Clock Tower; the Bridge of Sighs, where prisoners once crossed before imprisonment; and the smaller canals and bridges that make up the city. A spritz and cicchetti (light lunch) experience with your tour leader rounds out the Venice portion.
The itinerary includes four nights in 4-star hotels, timed entry tickets to key attractions, air-conditioned coach transport, and guided tours with licensed local guides using headsets. On day five, the coach returns you to Rome in the evening. You choose your tour language at checkout (English, Spanish, Portuguese or French), and the guide leads the entire group in that language. One piece of luggage per person is included. Additional bags require advance arrangement.
Top questions
What languages is the tour guided in?
Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Portuguese.
What is the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, and why does the tour stop there?
The Basilica of San Francesco is the sacred center of Assisi, built as a complex of two harmoniously blended structures that house the remains of Saint Francis. It contains frescoes and interior decorations of immense artistic value, making it one of the most important religious and artistic sites in Italy and a key stop on the first day of the tour.
Does the tour include meals, and what kind of food will I eat?
The tour includes curated meals that showcase the unique flavors of each region you visit. In Venice, you're offered a spritz and cicchetti (light lunch) experience with your tour leader. Other meals are included as part of the itinerary, though specific menus vary by day and region.
What happens on the full day in Florence, and which sites do I visit?
Day two is dedicated to Florence. You see the Duomo with Giotto's bell tower, walk through Piazza della Signoria where important Renaissance sculptures stand, and visit Santa Croce Basilica, the burial place of Michelangelo, Rossini, Machiavelli and Galileo Galilei. You also have free time to stroll the historic center and explore museums and galleries at your own pace.
How does the tour get from Florence to Venice, and what stops along the way?
On day three, the coach travels from Florence to Bologna, where you visit Piazza Maggiore and the San Petronio Basilica, one of Europe's largest churches, before continuing to Venice, where you stay for two nights.
Is hotel pickup from Rome airport included, and where do I meet the coach on day one?
Hotel pickup from Rome airport is not included. You must provide your Rome hotel details in the special requirements field at booking, or call the local supplier at least 48 hours before the tour starts. The coach departs from Rome at 7:15 AM on day one.
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5-Day Italy Tour: Rome, Florence, Venice & Assisi
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