Our classic, 8-day Italy by rail itinerary travels the 3 Iconic Destinations (Rome, Florence, and Venice). Using Italy’s high-speed rail network, you can travel between these 3 cities in ultimate comfort.

Highlights

• Rome, Florence, and Venice luxury city experience. •Private guided sightseeing in each destination. •Premium high-speed rail travel throughout Italy. •Exclusive culinary experiences in Rome, Tuscany, Veniced
• Wine tasting and lunch in the Chianti countryside. •Private gondola ride and Venetian Bacaro tour. •Daily breakfast throughout the journey.

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  Day 1 – Rome
  Arrive at Rome Airport and enjoy a private transfer to your hotel. After check-in, the remainder of the day is at leisure.

  Suggested Self-Guided Exploration

  • Trevi Fountain – Toss a coin over your right shoulder to ensure your return to Rome.
  • Piazza della Rotonda & Pantheon – Admire one of Ancient Rome’s best-preserved monuments.
  • Piazza Navona – See Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers and learn about the famous Bernini-Borromini rivalry.

  Optional: Private guided tours can be arranged.

  Evening Experience – Trastevere
  Private transfer to Trastevere for dinner at a traditional Roman trattoria. Return to your hotel independently.
  Overnight: Rome

  Day 2 – Rome
  Breakfast at the hotel.

  Morning – Vatican City

  • Private transfer to Vatican City.
  • Guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica.
  • Admire masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Caravaggio, and Giotto.

  Free time for lunch (not included).

  Afternoon – Ancient Rome

  • Guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, and Arch of Constantine.
  • Learn about gladiators, ancient Roman life, and the legend of Romulus and Remus.

  Evening at leisure.
  Overnight: Rome

  Day 3 – Rome • Florence
  Breakfast at the hotel before a private transfer to Rome Termini Station. Board a high-speed train to Florence (approximately 1.5–2 hours).Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and enjoy free time before your guided walking tour.

  Highlights

  • Duomo (Santa Maria del Fiore)
  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Palazzo Vecchio
  • Basilica of Santa Croce

  Overnight: Florence

  Day 4 – Florence • Chianti Wine Region
  Breakfast at the hotel before departing for a full-day excursion through the Chianti countryside.

  Included

  • Scenic drive through vineyards and medieval villages.
  • Guided winery tour.
  • Organic wine production experience.
  • Premium wine tasting.
  • Traditional Tuscan lunch.

  Return to Florence for an evening at leisure.
  Overnight: Florence

  Day 5 – Florence
  Breakfast at the hotel.  Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Florence’s museums, churches, markets, cafés, and historic streets.

  Optional Excursions

  • Siena
  • San Gimignano
  • Pisa
  • Premium Tuscan Experiences

  Overnight: Florence

  Day 6 – Florence • Venice
  Breakfast before boarding a high-speed train to Venice.  After checking into your hotel, enjoy free time before your included gondola ride through Venice’s canals.

  Evening – Bacaro Tour

  • Visit authentic Venetian wine bars.
  • Taste regional wines.
  • Enjoy traditional cicchetti (Venetian tapas).

  Overnight: Venice

  Day 7 – Venice
  Breakfast at the hotel.

  Morning Walking Tour

  • St. Mark’s Basilica (Skip-the-Line)
  • Doge’s Palace
  • Bridge of Sighs

  Free afternoon to explore Venice.

  Recommended: Harry’s Bar, the birthplace of the Bellini cocktail.

  Overnight: Venice

  Day 8 – Departure
  Breakfast at the hotel before your private transfer to Venice Airport.

  Optional extension:Continue your Italian journey with a stay in Milan optional extension by 3 days – can be requested.

Included

• Private transfers between hotels and train stations in each city. •Private airport transfers in Rome and Venice. •High-speed train travel between cities (Business or Premium Class
• Rome (2 Nights) Accommodation • Daily breakfast Included Experiences •Private airport transfer from Rome Airport to hotel •Private airport transfer from hotel to Rome Airport/train station as applicable.
• Private guided tour of: Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel St. Peter's Basilica •Private guided tour of: Colosseum Roman Forum Palatine Hill •Professional local guide and entrance tickets included.
• Private transfer from hotel to Trastevere. •Traditional dinner in Trastevere
• Florence (3 Nights) Accommodation •Daily breakfast (BB). Included Experiences •Private Florence walking tour Florence Historic Centre with professional local guide•Entrance to the Galleria dell'Accademia.
• Private half-day excursion to the Chianti wine region. • Guided winery visit and wine tasting. •Traditional Tuscan lunch at a local winery. •Tour leader included during the Chianti excursion
• Venice 2(Nights) Accommodation • Daily breakfast (BB). Included Experiences •Private walking tour of Venice with professional local guide. •Skip-the-line entrance to St. Mark's Basilica
• Private gondola ride through Venice's canals. •Private Bacaro food and wine experience featuring local wines and traditional cicchetti. •Private transfer from hotel to Venice Airport

Hotels or Similar

• 4* Nh Collection Roma Centro 4* Nh Firenze 4* Nh Hotel Avani Rio Novo Venice

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