11-Day Italy Escorted Tour

Venice • Tuscany • Florence • Cinque Terre • Sorrento • Amalfi Coast

From the canals of Venice to the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast — experience Italy’s most breathtaking landscapes, Renaissance treasures, and Mediterranean charm in one unforgettable journey.

This expertly guided Italy vacation package blends art, culture, cuisine, and spectacular coastal scenery — perfect for travelers seeking a seamless, small-group escorted tour.

DAY 1 – Wednesday: Depart for Italy

Your Italian adventure begins as you board your overnight flight to Venice.

DAY 2 – Thursday: Arrive in Venice

Welcome to Venice — one of the world’s most romantic and enchanting cities, built across more than 100 islands and connected by over 400 bridges.

Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. The remainder of the day is at leisure to begin discovering this magical floating city.

At approximately 6 PM, meet your Tour Manager for a welcome orientation followed by dinner.

Overnight: Venice
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3 – Friday: Murano & Venice Walking Tour

Begin your discovery of Venice with a scenic boat ride to Murano, world-famous for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Visit a local factory and watch master artisans craft exquisite glass pieces.

Return to the main island for a guided walking tour through Venice’s maze of narrow alleys, canals, and elegant bridges.

Highlights include:

• St. Mark’s Square

• Doge’s Palace (exterior)

• Bridge of Sighs

• Basilica of San Marco

Marvel at the architectural fusion of Byzantine, Roman, and Venetian styles that define this extraordinary city.

Afternoon at leisure or join the optional Gondola Ride for a romantic perspective from Venice’s canals.

Optional: Gondola Ride
Overnight: Venice
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4 – Saturday: Lucca en Route to Montecatini

Travel through the rolling hills of Tuscany, dotted with olive groves and vineyards.

Stop in Lucca, a perfectly preserved medieval gem encircled by massive 17th-century walls. Stroll along its Roman grid streets and admire the elegant Church of San Michele, located on the site of the ancient Roman Forum.

Continue to Montecatini, a charming Tuscan spa town known for its relaxed atmosphere.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5 – Sunday: Montecatini at Leisure or Optional Siena

Enjoy a full day to explore Montecatini at your own pace — or join the optional excursion to Siena, one of Tuscany’s most captivating medieval cities.

In Siena, discover:

• Piazza del Campo

• The historic Palio horse race setting

• Medieval streets and artisan shops

Return to Montecatini in the evening and savor Tuscan cuisine and local wines.

Optional: Full Day Siena Tour
Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6 – Monday: Montecatini at Leisure or Optional Cinque Terre

Another day to explore Tuscany independently — or take the optional full-day excursion to the spectacular Cinque Terre National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

These five colorful villages cling dramatically to cliffs overlooking the Ligurian Sea. Explore charming harbors, scenic walking paths, and breathtaking coastal views. Transportation between towns is by train and/or boat.

Optional: Cinque Terre Tour
Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7 – Tuesday: Florence Excursion

Today, visit Florence — birthplace of the Renaissance and one of the world’s greatest art cities.

On your guided walking tour, see:

• The Duomo and Brunelleschi’s Dome

• Giotto’s Bell Tower

• Baptistery’s “Gates of Paradise”

• Piazza della Signoria

• Palazzo Vecchio

• Ponte Vecchio

Enjoy free time for museum visits, shopping for leather goods and gold jewelry, or simply soaking in the artistic atmosphere before returning to Montecatini.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8 – Wednesday: Journey to the Sorrento Coast

Depart Tuscany and travel south toward the Gulf of Naples.

Pause for lunch in the scenic hills of Lazio before arriving along the spectacular Sorrento Coast, where dramatic cliffs meet sapphire-blue waters.

Overnight: Castellammare di Stabia (Sorrento Coast)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 9 – Thursday: Sorrento Coast Leisure or Optional Capri

Spend the day at leisure enjoying the beauty of the Sorrento Coast — or join the optional excursion to the glamorous Isle of Capri.

On Capri, explore:

• Anacapri’s charming lanes

• Tastings of local limoncello

• La Piazzetta

• Gardens of Augustus

• Views of the iconic Faraglioni rock formations

Return to your hotel after a memorable day on this Mediterranean paradise.

Optional: Full Day Capri
Overnight: Castellammare di Stabia (Sorrento Coast)
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 10 – Friday: Amalfi Coast Scenic Drive

Experience one of the most breathtaking coastal drives in the world — the Amalfi Coast.

Wind along dramatic cliffside roads past lemon groves, whitewashed villas, and turquoise waters. Pass Positano and stop in Amalfi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, to explore at leisure.

This evening, enjoy a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers and Tour Manager.

Overnight: Castellammare di Stabia (Sorrento Coast)
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 11 – Saturday: Depart Italy

Transfer to Naples Airport for your return flight home, filled with unforgettable memories of Italy’s art, landscapes, and coastal beauty.

Meals: Breakfast

Escorted Italy Package Includes

✔ Round-trip flights (New York–Venice / Naples–New York)
✔ 9 nights First Class accommodations
✔ 14 meals (9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 4 dinners)
✔ Guided sightseeing with professional local guides
✔ English-speaking Tour Manager throughout
✔ Modern air-conditioned motor coach
✔ Hotel taxes, service charges & porterage
✔ Entrance fees per itinerary
✔ Wireless headsets for guided touring
✔ Included gratuities for local services