8-Day Classic Italy Tour Package

Venice • Tuscany • Pisa • Florence • Assisi • Rome • Vatican

Flights Included | Accademia Gallery Tickets | Vatican Museums | Wine Tasting

Discover the very best of Italy on this expertly designed 8-day escorted tour. From the romantic canals of Venice to the Renaissance treasures of Florence and the eternal splendor of Rome, this journey combines iconic landmarks, world-class art, Tuscan wine, and unforgettable cultural experiences.

Perfect for first-time visitors and returning travelers alike, this Italy vacation package offers the ideal balance of guided sightseeing and leisure time — all with First-Class accommodations and professional tour management.

DAY 1 – Sunday

Depart for Italy

Board your overnight flight and begin your dream journey to Italy.

DAY 2 – Monday

Arrive in Venice – Welcome to the Floating City

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

Transfer to your hotel and enjoy time at leisure to relax or explore the charming canals and piazzas.

This evening, meet your professional English-speaking Tour Manager for an orientation meeting, followed by a welcome dinner.

Overnight: Venice
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3 – Tuesday

Murano Island & Venice Walking Tour

Begin your discovery with a scenic boat ride to Murano, world-renowned for its centuries-old glassmaking tradition. Visit a local glass factory and witness a live glassblowing demonstration.

Return to the main island of Venice for a guided walking tour through narrow alleyways, charming bridges, and historic squares.

Arrive at the magnificent St. Mark’s Square and view its iconic landmarks:

• Doge’s Palace

• Bridge of Sighs

• St. Mark’s Basilica

Enjoy free time in the afternoon or enhance your experience with an optional gondola ride through Venice’s romantic canals.

Optional: Gondola Ride
Overnight: Venice
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4 – Wednesday

Tuscany Wine Experience & Pisa – Arrival in Florence

Travel through the golden landscapes of Tuscany, dotted with vineyards and olive groves.

Stop at a traditional Tuscan farm for a wine tasting experience paired with local specialties — a true taste of Italy.

Continue to Pisa to explore the stunning Piazza dei Miracoli, home to:

• Leaning Tower of Pisa

• Pisa Cathedral

• Pisa Baptistery

Arrive later in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance.

Overnight: Florence
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5 – Thursday

Florence City Tour & Accademia Gallery

Explore Florence with a guided walking tour through its historic center.

Admire:

• Florence Cathedral (Duomo) with Brunelleschi’s Dome

• Giotto’s Campanile

• Palazzo Vecchio

• Ponte Vecchio

Included tickets allow independent entry to the world-famous Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s David.

In the evening, enjoy a memorable Tuscan dinner in the countryside with wine and entertainment.

Overnight: Florence
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 6 – Friday

Assisi Medieval Tour – Arrival in Rome

Travel to Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site nestled in the Umbrian hills.

Visit the magnificent Basilica di San Francesco d’Assisi, housing Giotto’s frescoes and the relics of St. Francis.

Continue to Rome, the Eternal City built on seven hills.

Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7 – Saturday

Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Experience

Today, explore the treasures of Vatican City.

Visit the extraordinary Vatican Museums, one of the world’s most important art collections. Walk through the Gallery of Tapestries and the Gallery of Maps before entering the breathtaking Sistine Chapel, where you will admire Michelangelo’s iconic ceiling frescoes.

Continue to St. Peter’s Square and view the exterior of St. Peter’s Basilica.

In the afternoon, enjoy free time or join the optional Piazzas of Rome walking tour featuring:

• Spanish Steps

• Trevi Fountain

• Pantheon

• Piazza Navona

Optional: Piazzas of Rome Walking Tour
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 8 – Sunday

Depart Italy

Transfer to the airport for your return flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

Arrivederci Italia!

Tour Highlights

✔ Venice canals & Murano glass experience
✔ Tuscan wine tasting at a countryside farm
✔ Leaning Tower of Pisa & Piazza dei Miracoli
✔ Accademia Gallery entry in Florence
✔ Tuscan countryside dinner with wine
✔ Assisi medieval UNESCO town visit
✔ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel included

Package Includes

• Roundtrip International Flights (NYC – Italy – NYC)

• 6 Nights First-Class Hotels

• 9 Meals (6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners)

• Professional English-Speaking Tour Manager

• Local Licensed Guides

• Entrance Fees per Itinerary

• Air-Conditioned Transportation

• Hotel Taxes & Service Charges

• Porterage & Included Service Tips

• Wireless Headsets for Guided Tours