Winter Season Grand Italy Express Tour (18 October 2026) with Turkish Airlines, 5 Nights (BLQ-FCO) Venice (1) - Florence (2) - Rome (2)

1. DAY ISTANBUL-BOLOGNA-VENICE Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport's International Departure Terminal. After luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Bologna. Arrival in Bologna at local time. We then proceed to Venice with our private vehicle and guide. Upon arrival, we start a panoramic city tour of the island of Venice. Our stops include St. Mark's Square, Basilica, Doge's Palace, the Clock Tower, the Bridge of Sighs, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. Guests who wish can join the optional Gondola tour (30€) organized by your guide. Additionally, you can participate in the tour of the Grand Canal (55€), which has become a symbol of Venice, where you can see the beauty and historical buildings of the entire city during our trip on special boats. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and overnight at our hotel. 2. DAY VENICE-FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) After breakfast, we set off for Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, we begin our panoramic city tour, taking photos of the historical streets and squares of Florence, concluding our panoramic tour at Piazza Della Repubblica. After a short break, for those who wish, we continue to explore the capital of the Renaissance, UNESCO World Heritage Site Florence, step by step with our guide. In the afternoon, there is an opportunity to join the optional tour "In the Footsteps of the Medici Renaissance Works" (45€). During this tour, we will closely examine the monuments of this historical city, accompanied by the life stories of Florentine artists and scientists who shaped the Renaissance period. Notable places to see during our tour include Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici Family ruled in Florence, the Piazza Della Signoria housing the sculptures of Hercules and David, the Uffizi Art Gallery, the historic Ponte Vecchio, and the Medici Corridor, the house of the famous literary master Dante Alighieri, author of the Divine Comedy written in the 13th century, and the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral with the 3rd highest dome in Italy and the famous gates of the Baptistery called the “Gates of Heaven”. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel. 3. DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) After breakfast, it's a free day. For those wishing, we will set off with the guide for the optional "Great Tuscany Tour" (145€). Our tour will include visits to Pisa, San Gimignano, and Volterra. Pisa is famous for its leaning tower, one of the most recognized historical monuments in the world. During the panoramic sightseeing, we will visit the Pisa Tower, cathedral, baptistery, and Miracoli Square, and guests wishing can take photos in this historic city. San Gimignano, known as the City of 13 Towers, was built by rival noble families in the 12th and 13th centuries and we will visit the Cistern Square, which is considered the center of the city, where shopping can be done at reasonable prices. Volterra is a medieval fortified city rich in history, which has also been featured in Hollywood films and series (such as Game of Thrones, Twilight Zone). This unique Tuscan town, with a history dating back to the Etruscans and Romans, offers many opportunities for visitors. During our visit to Volterra, we will walk through its narrow streets and squares with the magnificent view of the Tuscan Valley. Places to see include the Roman Theater, the ruins of the forum area, the main square known as the Priori square, and the Volterra Cathedral built in the 12th century. During free time, you can taste cheeses and famous wines from the local shops or enjoy coffee at the historic cafes in the square. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel. 4. DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI)-ROME After breakfast, we set off for Rome. Upon arrival, we will proceed with a panoramic city tour of Rome. During our tour, we will see the treasures of the city, including the Vatican (St. Peter's), Castel Sant'Angelo, the remnants of the Circus Maximus stadium from ancient Rome, and the Baroque streets of the period from our bus. There will be a short photo break at the Colosseum, after which we will have free time in the afternoon. In the evening, for those who wish, we will set off for an optional "Rome Night Tour" (45€), where we will see famous squares that we haven't seen before and enjoy walking through its streets. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel. 5. DAY ROME After breakfast, it’s a free day. For those who wish, we will set off with our guide for an optional tour of the beautiful nature of the Albano Lake and Nemi Roman Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet (95€). We will visit the area of natural beauty where popes spent their summers and the village of Nemi, known for its delicious mountain strawberries. The tour will continue to the Castel Romano Designer Outlet, where we'll find renowned brands and opportunities for shopping. Following this tour, for those who wish, we will set off for another optional tour of "Rome's Monuments and Masterpieces" (65€). During this tour, we will see ancient monuments like the Pantheon temple, famous piazzas such as Piazza Navona with its Baroque architecture and famed fountain, the Trevi Fountain which is believed to bring you back to Rome if you toss a coin in, the famous Spanish Steps with street artists, and the Castel Sant'Angelo - the Angel's Castle and bridge. This tour, led by your guide, will allow you to lose yourself in the ancient stories and historical fabric of Rome. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel. 6. DAY ROME-ISTANBUL After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. Departure for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Arrival in Istanbul at local time and the end of our tour.