Italy Family Journey: Venice to Rome

What's Included

• Accommodation
  Hotels (7 nts)

• Meals
  7 breakfasts, 2 dinners

• Venetian Mask Making For Kids

  Experience a Family Journeys Moment with Venetian mask making for kids in Venice.

• Florence Pasta Cooking Class

  Enjoy a Foodie Moment with a pasta cooking class in Florence.

• Gladiator School Lesson

  Participate in a Family Journeys Moment with a gladiator school lesson in Rome.

• Arrival Transfer

  An arrival transfer is included for your convenience.

• Guided Venice City Tour

  Enjoy a guided city tour of Venice and a glass blowing demonstration.

• Leonardo Da Vinci Museum

  Visit the Leonardo Da Vinci museum to explore his inventions.

• Walking Tour of Florence

  Take a walking tour of Florence to discover its historic center.

• Visit Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo

  Explore the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo in Rome.

• Entrance to Colosseum

  Entrance to the Colosseum is included in the tour.

• Transport Between Destinations

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

• Optional Activities

  Optional activities and excursions are not included in the tour price.

• Personal Expenses

  Personal expenses such as souvenirs, drinks, and tips are not included.

• Travel Insurance

  Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.

• Museum and Gallery Tickets

  Tickets for museums and galleries not specified in the inclusions are not included.

Accommodation

Enjoy a comfortable stay in hotels for 7 nights, offering a blend of traditional character and modern amenities, conveniently located to maximize your exploration time in Italy's iconic cities.

Transport

Train, boat, taxi, metro, walking

Meals Included

7 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Group Size

Max 20, avg 18

Solo Travellers

We believe solo travellers should not have to pay more to travel so our group trips are designed for shared accommodation and do not involve a single supplement. Odd number adult travellers in your family will be paired in twin accommodation with another adult traveller of the same sex for the duration of the trip.

Meals

Eating is a big part of traveling and we encourage you to experience the vast array of wonderful food that is available out in the world. Its important to remember, that food may be different from what you are used to at home and that some things may not be available in other countries.



Some meals are included in the trip price, while others are not, to allow flexibility and choice to you and your family. For non-included meals our CEOs will still make arrangements for the group to eat together, which allows you to taste a larger variety of dishes and enjoy each other's company. There is no obligation to do this though. For all trips please refer to the meals included and budget information for included meals and approximate budget (per person) for meals not included.



Throughout this trip, breakfast is included daily (ranging from continental to buffet depending on the trip), as are healthy, local snacks. Tap water is safe and drinkable everywhere. Please remember to bring your own refillable bottle and refill at the start of each day.



Note that any special meal requirements or dietary restrictions need to be specified at time of booking.

Mode of Transport

Travel through Italy using a variety of transport modes including trains, boats, taxis, metro, and walking, ensuring a seamless and immersive journey from Venice to Rome.

Minimum Age

Minimum age of 7 years for this trip.

Local Dress

In Italy, shoulders should be covered while visiting churches and cathedrals. Ask your CEO for more specific advice.

Important Notes

1. All parents/guardians are required to supervise their children at all times throughout the tour and may not leave their child under the supervision of the CEO, local guides, drivers, etc. Children are not to be left unattended.



Please note that on all Family Adventures one adult can only accompany up to two minors. If you have over two minors planning on travelling then a second adult will be required to attend.



2. YOUR CEO

It is important to note that in Europe, all guiding is based around local guides all of whom are licensed to work only in a particular city. As such, our leaders are able to provide orientation walks which will show you the layout of each town and city as well as the location of local services, but are unable to legally share historical facts and figures in public places.



3. LUGGAGE

In Europe it is very rare to find elevators in train stations, hotels or other public places. We use public transport on this trip, which means you will need to carry your luggage from platform to platform, in and out of trains and also possibly up several flights of stairs. The carrying of your luggage remains your responsibility at all times.



4. RESERVE TICKETS

Please note that if you wish to visit popular museums such as the Vatican Museums (Sistine Chapel) and Villa Borghese in Rome, to avoid waiting in line for a long time (especially in high season May-September when it could be a question of hours!), it is advisable to reserve tickets in advance. Tickets can be reserved online at various websites including www.tickitaly.com. There may be the possibility of arranging tickets on arrival on Day 1, with the help of your CEO, but availability cannot be guaranteed at such short notice.



5. FAMILY INSURANCE

Options for family travel insurance are available. Please enquire with your Family Trip Specialist for more information.



6. OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES NOTE:

During high season in Europe (May-October) we highly recommend booking reservations for any popular optional activities/museum tickets etc. in advance to avoid encountering sold-out activities on the ground while on tour.

Group Leader

All National Geographic Family Journeys with G Adventures group trips are accompanied by two of our group leaders. The aim of the group leader is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. They will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense; you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the countries visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious and social aspects. We also use local guides where we think more specific knowledge will add to the enjoyment of the places we are visiting- we think it's the best of both worlds.

About Accommodation

Rooming is based on double occupancy (2 passengers / 2 beds per room); all other room configurations are on request and cannot be guaranteed. We will try to accommodate triples/quad requests whenever possible and it's important to note that rooming configuration can change from city to city and 2 single beds are the standard configuration in a room.



Please remember that hotel/lodge standards can be different from what you are used to in your home country, which is part of the appeal of adventure travel.



It is important to note that accommodations in Europe tend to be quite different to other areas of the world you may have travelled in. Buildings and rooms are generally old and may not have been renovated or maintained to the highest standard. Downtown hotels in Europe were not built to be hotels but houses of the rich, which have been changed into hotels. Therefore unusual or samll room sizes are common as large rooms have been partitioned in the past, resulting in rather "thin" walls. Reception areas, rooms and bathrooms tend to be very small as they were often added into an existing room, and may have a hand nozzle rather than a conventional shower head.



On this trip you can expect to stay in hotels which will vary a little in standard and facilities: some may not have elevators, air-conditioning or English-speaking staff, but have traditional character, and are in central locations to give you maximum time for exploring the sights. You can expect to find clean, safe, simple accommodation in convenient locations. Staff can occasionally demonstrate less than perfect customer service, but a smile and a thank you can go a long way.

What to Take

You will be on the move a lot, so our advice is to pack as lightly as possible. Your baggage should be clearly labelled and restricted to one soft compact suitcase, sports bag, or backpack. A daypack is also essential for carrying everyday items. Space is limited on transportation, so there is a limit of one main piece of luggage per person. Porters are not often available, so be prepared to carry your own bags up and down stairs, on and off transportation, and to hotels (max 15-20 mins.)

Spending Money

Every traveller is different and therefore spending money requirements will vary. Some travellers may drink more than others while other travellers like to purchase more souvenirs than most. Please consider your own spending habits when it comes to allowing for drinks, shopping and tipping. Please also remember the following specific recommendations when planning your trip.