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Rome • Vatican City • Pompeii • Florence Orientation • Castel Gandolfo • Trastevere & Tiber Island
Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of Rome, a city where history, art, and culture meet in a spectacular setting. This Stay & Explore program lets you enjoy the Eternal City from a central hotel while giving you the flexibility to craft your perfect Italian experience, combining guided sightseeing with optional excursions.
Board your flight to Rome and begin your journey into the heart of Italy, where ancient history and modern vibrancy coexist.
Arrive in Rome and transfer to your hotel. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure in the Eternal City. Your tour begins with a welcome reception and orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM.
Overnight: Rome
Start your exploration of Rome with a guided walking tour through iconic piazzas, including the Spanish Steps, the legendary Trevi Fountain, the exterior of the Pantheon, and the Baroque Piazza Navona.
In the afternoon, optionally visit the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Sistine Chapel, to marvel at Renaissance art and Vatican treasures. Evening free to dine at Rome’s renowned restaurants.
Optional: Half Day Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Guided Tour
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
Walk the cobbled paths of the Roman Forum, the original center of Roman life. See the Arch of Constantine and the mighty Colosseum, where gladiators once battled for glory. Afternoon free to explore the city independently.
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
Travel by train to Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Take an orientation walking tour of Florence’s highlights, including the Duomo, Gates of Paradise on the Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Signoria Square, Palazzo Vecchio, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Santa Croce. Free time to explore museums, artisan workshops, or shop for leather and gold. Return by train to Rome.
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a day at your own pace, or join an optional walking tour of Trastevere and Tiber Island, Rome’s most authentic neighborhoods, featuring cobblestone alleys, medieval architecture, and charming riverside views. Optional evening dinner with live entertainment and scenic drive through the Eternal City.
Optional: Trastevere & Tiber Island Walking Tour, Dinner with Entertainment & Scenic Drive
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
Choose to relax in Rome, or embark on an optional full-day excursion to Pompeii. Travel through Lazio and Campania, pass the Abbey of Montecassino, and view Mt. Vesuvius. Explore Pompeii’s ancient streets, temples, forum, and preserved ruins that vividly depict daily life frozen in time. Return to Rome in the evening.
Optional: Full Day Pompeii Tour from Rome
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast
Drive to Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence. Explore the Pontifical Villas, manicured gardens, and fountains, followed by lunch. Return to Rome and enjoy a cultural evening at Santa Maria Maggiore, including a farewell dinner to celebrate your journey.
Overnight: Rome
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. Arrivederci Roma!
Meals: Breakfast
Roundtrip flights: New York – Rome / Rome – New York
7 Nights in Rome (First Class Accommodation)
8 Meals: 7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Modern air-conditioned coach, English-speaking tour manager & local guides
Train transfer: Rome–Florence–Rome
Entrance fees and sightseeing per itinerary
Hotel taxes, porterage, and gratuities included
Wireless audio headsets for enhanced touring
Stay in a central hotel in Rome for easy access to iconic landmarks
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Vatican City, Colosseum, Roman Forum, Florence
Optional excursions: Pompeii, Trastevere & Tiber Island, Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
Flexible itinerary with a balance of guided touring and leisure time
Experience authentic Roman cuisine and Italian hospitality
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