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- Winter Great Italy Express Tour (19 October 2026) with THY, 5 nights (FCO-VCE) - Returns to Rome at noon (2) - Florence (2) - Venice (1)
Winter Great Italy Express Tour (19 October 2026) with THY, 5 nights (FCO-VCE) - Returns to Rome at noon (2) - Florence (2) - Venice (1)
1st DAY ISTANBUL - ROME
Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in the International Departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Rome. Arrival in Rome local time. We proceed to Rome with our private vehicle and guide. After arrival, a panoramic city tour of Rome. During our tour, we will see the valuable treasures of the city, including the Vatican (St. Peter's), Castel Sant'Angelo (Angel Castle), the remnants of the Circo Massimo stadium from the ancient Roman period, and the streets from the Baroque period by bus. A short photo stop at the Colosseum, followed by free time in the afternoon. In the evening, guests who wish to join will depart for an extra night tour of Rome (45€) to see famous squares we have not visited before and enjoy walking through its streets.
After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
2nd DAY ROME
After breakfast, a free day. Guests who wish can join the unique nature tour of Albano Lake & Nemi Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet, organized by our guide (95€). We visit the region, known for its natural beauty where the Popes spent their summers, and the Nemi village famous for its wild strawberries. The continuation of the tour will include shopping opportunities at the Castel Romano Designer Outlet, where we will find famous brands. After this tour, in the afternoon, guests who wish can participate in the extra tour of Roman Monuments and Masterpieces (65€). In this tour, we will explore the ancient monuments of the imperial city of Rome, which has shaped European civilization for 23 centuries, including the ancient Pantheon temple, the famous Baroque architecture and fountain of Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain (where it's believed that throwing a coin will ensure your return to Rome), the famous Spanish Steps with street artists, Castel Sant'Angelo - the Angel Castle and its bridge. Get ready to get lost in the ancient stories and historical texture of Rome while touring with your guide.
After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
3rd DAY ROME - FLORENCE - MONTECATINI
After breakfast, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, we start our city panoramic tour by photographing the historic streets and squares of the city, concluding our panoramic tour at Piazza Della Repubblica (Republic Square). After a short break, guests who wish can continue to explore the Renaissance capital, UNESCO World Heritage Site Florence, step by step with our guide. In the afternoon, we have the opportunity to join the extra tour of Following the Medici: Renaissance Works (45€). During our tour, we will examine the monuments of this historical city in detail, along with the life stories of Florentine artists and scientists who shaped the Renaissance period. The places to be visited during our tour include Palazzo Vecchio, where Medici Family ruled, the famous Piazza Della Signoria housing the masterpieces of Hercules and David, the Uffizi Gallery, the historic Ponte Vecchio, the Medici Corridor, the home of the famous author Dante Alighieri, who wrote the Divine Comedy in the 13th century, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral with the highest dome in Italy, and the famous historic markets of Florence. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
4th DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI)
After breakfast, a free day. Guests who wish can depart with our guide for the Grand Tuscany tour (145€). The places to be visited in this tour include Pisa, San Gimignano, and Volterra. Pisa is renowned for its leaning tower, considered one of the most important historical monuments in the world. During our panoramic tour, we will visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the cathedral, and the Baptistery in Miracoli Square. Guests can take photos in this historical city. San Gimignano (the City of 13 Towers) is visited with its central Cisterna Square, constructed by rival noble families in the 12th and 13th centuries, where shopping can be done at reasonable prices. Volterra is a medieval fortified town filled with history, featuring in Hollywood films and series (such as Game of Thrones, Twilight Zone, etc.). This unique Tuscan town, whose history dates back to the Etruscans and Romans, offers many opportunities to visitors. During our visit to Volterra, we will walk through the narrow streets and squares from the Middle Ages, accompanied by the magnificent views of the Tuscan Valley. Notable sights include the Roman Theater, remnants of the forum area, and the main square Priori Square, where the Volterra Cathedral, built in the 12th century, is located. During free time, guests may taste cheeses and famous wines from the town's small shops or enjoy coffee in the historic cafes in the square. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
5th DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) - VENICE
After breakfast, we depart from our hotel and head to Venice. Upon arrival, we begin a panoramic city tour of Venice. Our exploration points include St. Mark's Square, Basilica, Doge's Palace, Clock Tower, Bridge of Sighs, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. Guests who wish can participate in the additional Gondola tour (30€) arranged by your guide. You can also join the Grand Canal tour (55€), which takes you through the heart of the historic island, where you can see the beauties and historical buildings of the entire city. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
6th DAY VENICE - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. We fly to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Arrival in Istanbul local time and end of our tour.
What's Included
- THY scheduled flights with a round trip from Istanbul (IST) to Rome/Venice - Istanbul (IST) economy class plane ticket
- 5 nights - 6 days; 1 night in the Venice area (Quarto d'Altino, Spinea, Padova, Cittadella, Brenta, Treviso, Mira, Mirano, Mogliano, etc.), 2 nights in Florence Monte Catini, Pistoia, or Prato area, - 2 nights in Rome (25-35 km from the city center), including bed and breakfast in 3 and/or 4-star hotel accommodations.
- All airport - hotel transfers
- Intercity bus transfers
- Panoramic tours of Venice, Florence, and Rome
- Turkish guiding services throughout the tour
Not Included
- Exit tax for traveling abroad
- Visa fee
- Travel insurance (15€)
- Extra tours
- Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites
- Vaporetto fee (30€)
- City taxes (30€ to be paid to the local agency representative during the tour. Tourists staying in Italy have a mandatory obligation to pay the tourist tax.)
- Venice Island entrance tax (15€) (Municipal taxes may vary on the date of travel.)
- Any hotel extras and personal expenses
- Mandatory tips for drivers (5€ per person)
