Classic Italian Holiday

Classic Italian Holiday

About Explore Tour

Benvenuto a Italia!

Being the birthplace of the Roman Empire and Renaissance, it is not surprising that Italy is so rich in masterpieces of art and architecture and has more UNESCO World Heritage cultural sites than other countries. Hop on to this 8 day tour to a country blessed with lakes, mountains, cathedrals, world famous cuisine and a dramatic coastline that gives it outstanding natural attractions as well.

Tour Highlights

  • DAY 1
  • FULL DAY: Airport arrival. We'll transfer you to your hotel. Check reception for welcome meeting details.
  • DAY 2
  • FULL DAY: Italian Lakes tour. Lake Orta, then Isola San Giulio. Lake Maggiore via Stresa, optional Borromean Islands visit. Lunch, then Verona.
  • DAY 3
  • FULL DAY: Verona, Venice by 13:00. Boat to St. Mark's Square, explore Murano, free time, stay in Mestre.
  • DAY 4
  • FULL DAY: Padua's Saint's Basilica, then San Marino. Lunch, drive to Gubbio for its preserved town. Finally, Perugia.
  • DAY 5
  • FULL DAY: Perugia: historic, chocolate capital. Local tour, lunch in Assisi, St. Francis Basilica. Afternoon to Naples, arrive in evening.
  • DAY 6
  • FULL DAY: Free time in Naples. Boat trip to Capri with Blue Grotto or cable car options. Then, Sorrento. Free time. Finally, Salerno.
  • DAY 7
  • FULL DAY: Pompeii tour, Naples lunch and exploration. Cassino for abbey and WWII history. Rome in the evening.
  • DAY 8
  • AT MORNING: After breakfast, end of our services.
Day 01 :
Milan

At the time of your arrival at the airport, our representatives will be on hand to ensure your transfer to the hotel is seamless. You may find details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers on the information boards in the hotel reception area.

Day 02 :
Verona

Today, we will explore one of Europe’s most picturesque regions, the Italian lakes. Our journey begins at Lake Orta, located in the charming medieval town of Orta de San Giulio. We will take a train to the heart of this historic town, followed by a boat ride to the Island of San Giulio, which features a serene monastery. Following our visit to Lake Orta, we will proceed to Lake Maggiore, making a stop in Stresa. Here, there is an opportunity to visit the Borromean Islands, particularly Isola Bella, renowned for its exquisite gardens and palace (note that it is closed during the winter months). We will then break for lunch before continuing our journey to Verona. Please be aware that during the winter season, the train to Orta is not in operation; in such cases, access to the medieval town will require a walk of approximately 800 meters from the bus parking area.

Breakfast, Lunch
Day 03 :
Venice

Before we depart for Venice, we will take the time to visit Verona, famously known as the city of Romeo and Juliet. We anticipate arriving in Venice at approximately 1:00 PM. The schedule includes a boat trip to St. Mark’s Square, where a local guide will accompany us on a leisurely stroll through the City of Canals. There will also be a chance to admire the renowned glasswork from Murano. Following this, you will have some leisure time, which could include a gondola ride. Our accommodations will be located in the Mestre district.

Breakfast
Day 04 :
Perugia

Our journey today takes us to Padua, a significant site for many pilgrims, where we will have the opportunity to visit the Basilica dedicated to the Saint. Afterward, we will head towards the Adriatic coast to discover San Marino, an independent microstate situated atop a robustly fortified mountain. We will pause for lunch before continuing our route through the charming mountainous countryside, traversing the Apennines to arrive at Gubbio, a town that boasts exceptional preservation, highlighted by the Palace of Consuls and its 12th-century cathedral. We will then proceed to Perugia.

Breakfast, Lunch
Day 05 :
Naples

The historic city of PERUGIA, known as the city of chocolate, awaits our exploration. Accompanied by a local guide, we will navigate its steep ramps and discover its beautiful squares and cobblestone streets. Afterward, we will head to ASSISI, where we will have time for lunch and a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis. Our afternoon will conclude with our travel to NAPLES, with an expected arrival in the evening.

Breakfast, Lunch
Day 06 :
Salerno

Take advantage of your free time to explore Naples before boarding. The itinerary includes a boat trip to the Island of Capri. You may choose to visit the Blue Grotto by boat or ascend to Capri city via the cable car. Following this, we will board again and head to Sorrento, a delightful tourist destination located at the foot of a cliff. You will have some leisure time to wander around. Our travels will then lead us to the Gulf of Salerno, where we will stay overnight in Salerno.

Breakfast
Day 07 :
Rome

Our journey will take us to POMPEII, where you will have the chance to explore the remnants of this ancient Roman city, which was buried under the ashes of the Vesuvius volcano (guided tour and entrance included). Following this, we will proceed to NAPLES, renowned as one of Italy’s most captivating cities and among the oldest continuously inhabited locations in Europe. The historic center of Naples is one of the largest in Europe and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have time to stroll and enjoy lunch. We will then continue to CASSINO, where you can visit the grand abbey, a site of one of the fiercest battles of World War II. Our journey will conclude as we head towards ROME, with an expected arrival in the evening.

Breakfast
Day 08 :
Departure

After Breakfast, Private transfer from hotel to airport. Departure from Rome airport for your flight.

Breakfast

Inclusions

  • General Services: Travel by bus with English speaking guide, basic travel insurance, hotel and breakfast buffet.
  • Includes arrival transfer
  • City tour in: PERUGIA, POMPEII, ROME, VENICE
  • Boat: To Island of St. Giulio, To the area of St Marks in Venice
  • Ticket admission: Pompeii, Murano glasswork in Venice
  • Train: To Orta
  • Ferry: Naples/ Capri/ Sorrento

Exclusions

  • Visa
  • Airfare and Insurance
  • Optional sightseeing & meals
  • Meals other than specified in the itinerary.
  • Porterages, Tips, Laundry, telephone, optional excursions and other items of a personal nature.
  • Early check-in and Late check out
  • Cost of foreign exchange for personal use.
  • Any items or services not specified in the itinerary ‘HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES’ head.

Milan, Italy

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Classic Italian Holiday
Group Discount Available
From 6530 AED
/ Adult

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