Veloce Italia
Veloce Italia
Veloce Italia
5 Days Starting and ending in Rome, Italy
Visiting: Florence, Venice, Rome
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Tour code:
766969
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Fully Guided
Age range:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Veloce Italia" tour, a captivating journey through Italy's most iconic cities and regions. Starting and ending in Rome, this cultural adventure takes you to the UNESCO-listed Siena and the Renaissance heart of Florence. Discover the culinary delights of Bologna, explore the historic charm of Padua, and enjoy a guided tour of Venice's enchanting canals. Travel through Tuscany's picturesque wine region, with a delightful lunch stop in the medieval town of Montepulciano. Stay in comfortable 4-star hotels in Florence and Venice Mestre, and savor delicious meals, including breakfasts, lunches, and a dinner. With an English-speaking Italian tour guide, deluxe coach transport, and a special prosecco or spritz experience in Venice, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and gastronomy. Whether you're a history buff, a foodie, or a nature lover, "Veloce Italia" promises an unforgettable Italian escapade.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Rome - Assisi - Siena – Florence (D)
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Raffaello 4*
Meals Included: Dinner
Benvenuto in Italia! We leave Rome at 07:15AM and go to the historic walled town of Assisi. If you choose, you may visit the magnificent Basilica of St Francis on your own. Then we travel to Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site noted for its exceedingly small alleyways, ancient brick structures, and fan-shaped main plaza, Piazza del Campo. After a brief stop, we return to our hotel in Florence, where supper is provided.
Please keep in mind: The tour begins from the Hotel St Martin in Rome at 07:15 on Day 1. Please arrive in Rome the day before your tour to avoid missing the coach.
Day 2 : Florence (B-L)
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Raffaello 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, you will spend the day seeing lovely Florence, the "Cradle of Renaissance," where Italian art achieved its pinnacle with the aid of Michelangelo. Based on Etruscan-Roman beginnings, the city prospered as an autonomous "Comune" in the Middle Ages and was further re-fined during the Renaissance. The numerous monuments, cathedrals, and structures such as Santa Maria del Fiore, often known as the Duomo, will captivate you.
During your tour, you will be astounded by its beautiful dome, which was created by Filippo Brunelleschi. Cross a small square to see the "Campanile" tower (partly created by Giotto) and the Baptistery, with its bronze doors inspired by Michelangelo's "Gates of Paradise."
" The Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo della Signoria (also known as Palazzo Vecchio), and the Basilica of Santa Croce are located in the heart of the city." Lunch at Piazza Santa Croce at a typical Tuscan restaurant. Spend the day exploring Florence's cobblestone alleyways on your own, or take a short drive to Pisa (optional tour), one of Italy's four important medieval Marine Republics. You will visit the Piazza dei Miracoli, which includes the Duomo, Pisa's icon "the Leaning Tower," and the Baptistery. Dinner at leisure, followed by an overnight stay in Florence.
Day 3 : Florence · Bologna · Padua · Venice (B-D)
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Delfino 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Breakfast and departure for Bologna. There, you will find the magnificent city center with its "porticos," retail lanes, and other attractions. From Piazza Malpighi, stroll to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore (the city's main squares), then to King Renzo's Palace, Palazzo Podestà, and the church of San Petronio, one of the largest in the world. Bologna is a gourmet paradise...Don't pass up a nice dinner at your leisure! Continue toward Padova in the afternoon, stopping at Sant'Antonio Basilica, one of the most visited churches by Catholic pilgrims worldwide. Arrival at Venice (Mestre) later in the day. Arrive at your hotel for supper and an overnight stay.
Day 4 : Venice (B)
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Delfino 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, We will transfer you to Piazza San Marco and see the most famous sights of the "Floating City," including the Palazzo dei Dogi, a reminder of Venice's magnificent history, and the renowned "Bridge of Sighs." Let us give you a spritz or a prosecco after this walking tour to round off your visit to Venice attractions in the company of your tour leader.
Spend the day exploring Venice's canals at your leisure before returning to the hotel for the night.
Day 5 : Venice – Tuscany – Rome
Location: Rome
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, we are leaving from Piazzale Roma for Tuscany, renowned for its scenery, churches and castles, and delectable wines. You will continue to Val di Chiana, stopping in Montepulciano, a medieval town rich in history and art. Montepulciano, known for its "Nobile" wine, which can be purchased at local wine shops, also organizes an annual Jazz and Wine Festival in July. Lunch is included in a authentic local restaurant!!! After lunch, a short free time will be given. You will arrive in Rome in the evening, where the tour will conclude.
Important Note: We recommend that you stay in Rome an additional night and book your onward flight the day after our tour ends.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4 nights in 4-star hotels, including 2 nights in Florence at Raffaello 4* and 2 nights in Venice Mestre at Delfino 4*.
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Guide
Escorted by an English-speaking Italian tour guide with specialist guides for some sightseeing, including guided sightseeing in Florence and Venice.
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Meals
4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 dinner are included.
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Transport
Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi, audio headsets, and onboard toilet.
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Other included
Prosecco or Spritz experience in Venice.
What's Not Included
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City tax
City tax is not included and must be paid directly at the hotel.
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Drinks
Drinks are not included in meals.
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Tips
Optional tips for the driver and the guides are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with transportation by deluxe coach, featuring Wi-Fi, audio headsets, and an onboard toilet, ensuring a comfortable and connected journey through Italy.
Accommodation
Enjoy 4 nights in 4-star hotels, with 2 nights at Raffaello in Florence and 2 nights at Delfino in Venice Mestre, offering comfort and convenience throughout your Italian journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Veloce Italia tour?
The tour includes 4 nights in 4-star hotels, with 2 nights in Florence at the Raffaello 4* and 2 nights in Venice Mestre at the Delfino 4*.
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Is there a tour guide provided during the Veloce Italia tour?
Yes, the tour is escorted by an English-speaking Italian tour guide, with specialist guides for some sightseeing in Florence and Venice.
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What meals are included in the Veloce Italia tour?
The tour includes 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, and 1 dinner.
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What kind of transportation is used during the Veloce Italia tour?
Transportation is provided by a deluxe coach equipped with Wi-Fi, audio headsets, and an onboard toilet.
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Are there any special experiences included in the Veloce Italia tour?
Yes, the tour includes a Prosecco or Spritz experience in Venice.
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What is the starting point of the Veloce Italia tour?
The tour starts from the Hotel St Martin in Rome at 07:15 on Day 1.
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What are some of the key sites visited in Florence during the tour?
In Florence, you will visit the Santa Maria del Fiore (the Duomo), the Campanile tower, the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Basilica of Santa Croce.
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What is the itinerary for the first day of the Veloce Italia tour?
On the first day, the tour departs from Rome at 07:15 AM, visits the historic town of Assisi, stops briefly in Siena, and then returns to Florence for dinner and an overnight stay.
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What activities are planned in Venice during the tour?
In Venice, you will visit Piazza San Marco, see the Palazzo dei Dogi and the Bridge of Sighs, and enjoy a spritz or prosecco experience. You will also have leisure time to explore the canals.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
At Eskapas we have a flexible policy. You must change it until 30 days prior to your departure otherwise any changes mean "cancellation".
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Solo travelers must pay single supplement to have a private room due to hygien reasons.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Eskapas has been established in 2000 in Istanbul
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All hotels used to accommodate our customers are certified by “Hotel Association of Turkey”; they all are committed to use maximum 50 % capacity
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
COVID-19 RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL RULES Eskapas is committed to fulfill the following regulations to protect its customers from the risk of Covid-19 : 1 – Eskapas will fulfill all safety rules mentioned in the “Safe Tourism Certification” prepared by Turkish Ministry of Tourism; that plan covers all aspects of the journey from the aircraft to the airport, transfers, touring and hotels (tga.gov.tr/abou
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes you can.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your timetable - voucher that will show your itinerary with timing and hotels (30 days before prior to your arrival date)
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