Day 1: Arrival in Rome – Welcome to Italy!
- Arrive in Rome, the Eternal City.
- Meet your local representative and transfer to the hotel.
- Free time to unwind or start exploring at your own pace.
- Check the hotel reception for tour schedules.
- Overnight in Rome.
Day 2: Rome City Tour & Vatican Visit
- Buffet breakfast at hotel.
- Guided city tour: See the Colosseum (outside), Arch of Constantine, and Imperial Forums.
- Drive past Circus Maximus, Baths of Caracalla, and Basilica of St. Mary Major.
- Stop at Vatican City – optional guided tour of Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel.
- Evening visit to Trastevere district – explore local life and authentic Roman cuisine.
- Overnight in Rome.
Day 3: Leisure in Rome / Optional Excursion
- Day free to explore Rome on your own.
- Optional Tour (Seasonal):
- April to October: Full-day tour to Capri Island.
- November to March: Excursion to Naples & Pompeii ruins.
- Overnight in Rome.
Day 4: Rome – Orvieto – Castiglione del Lago – Siena
- Travel through the scenic Umbrian countryside.
- Visit the hilltop town of Orvieto – Gothic cathedral & panoramic views.
- Continue to Castiglione del Lago by Lake Trasimeno – leisure time by the lakeside.
- Arrive in Siena – explore Piazza del Campo & Siena Cathedral.
- Overnight in Siena
Day 5: Siena – Monteriggioni – San Gimignano – Florence
- Visit Monteriggioni, a beautifully preserved medieval village.
- Head to San Gimignano, known for its ancient towers and cobbled streets.
- Continue to Florence, the capital of Renaissance Italy.
- Optional: Uffizi or Accademia Gallery visit.
- Enjoy a traditional Tuscan dinner (included).
- Overnight in Florence.
Day 6: Florence City Tour
- Start the day at Michelangelo Square for panoramic city views.
- Guided walking tour: Florence Cathedral (Duomo), Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and more.
- Learn about Italian masters like Michelangelo, Botticelli & Leonardo.
- Free time to visit museums, shop, or relax in a café.
- Overnight in Florence.
Day 7: Florence – Pisa – Cinque Terre – Genoa
- Travel to Pisa – board a train to visit Piazza dei Miracoli and Leaning Tower.
- Continue to Cinque Terre (UNESCO World Heritage): Explore one village (usually Vernazza).
- Train ride to Levanto, then transfer to Genoa by coach.
- Overnight in Genoa.
- Note: During high seasons, Cinque Terre train travel may involve standing.
Day 8: Genoa – Portofino – Milan
- Drive to Santa Margherita Ligure, then take a boat to Portofino – Italy’s celebrity coast town.
- Explore Portofino’s charming harbor, boutiques, and seaside cafés.
- Afternoon arrival in Milan – explore the Duomo, shopping streets, and city center.
- Overnight in Milan.
Note: If boat services to Portofino are suspended, alternative arrangements will be provided.
Day 9: Departure from Milan
- Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
- Free time until your flight (Departure transfer available at extra cost).
- Tour ends with sweet memories of Italy!