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Florence and Rome

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8 or 12 days

Italy

Florence was king during the Renaissance, and the city is still full of treasures from that transformative period in history.Brunelleschi’s amazing Duomo changed the rules of architecture, and Michelangelo’s David is one of the great achievements in the history of art. In Rome, awe- inspiring remains of the ancient empire still stand, from the Colosseum to the Forum.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2027: March 19, March 26-29, April 25, May 1, June 2, June 29. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

Day 2: Rome • Assisi

Meet your Tour Director at the destination airport

Travel to Assisi

Day 3: Assisi • Florence

Tour Assisi with an expert local guide

Visit the Basilica of St. Francis

Travel to Florence

Day 4: Florence

Take a guided tour of Florence

With your expert local guide you will see:

  • Piazza della Signoria
  • Ponte Vecchio
  • Basilica of Santa Croce
  • Gates of Paradise

Visit the Accademia Gallery

Photo stop at Piazzale Michelangelo 

Day 5: Florence • Orvieto • Rome

Travel via Orvieto to Rome

While in Orvieto, take in the views of the surrounding countryside on a funicular ride

Day 6: Rome

Take a guided tour of Rome

With your expert local guide you will visit:

  • Roman Forum
  • Colosseum

Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome

You will see:

  • Trevi Fountain
  • Pantheon
  • Piazza Navona
  • Spanish Steps

Day 7: Rome

Take a guided tour of Vatican City

With your expert local guide you will visit:

  • Sistine Chapel
  • Vatican Museums

Enjoy time to explore St. Peter's Basilica on your own  

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Roman Catacombs

Roman Catacombs

Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century, featuring Christian burial grounds, priceless relics, and world-class art. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to a historic Roman basilica. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic. 

Enjoy a pizza dinner

Day 8: Depart for home

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Day 8: Rome • Caserta • Puglia region

Travel to the Puglia region via Caserta 

Visit the Palace of Caserta

Enjoy a guided sightseeing of the Royal Palace of Caserta 

Day 9: Puglia region

Take a food-themed guided tour of Bari

With your expert local guide you will visit:

  • Bari Cathedral
  • Basilica of St. Nicholas
  • Local food vendors

Enjoy an excursion to Polignano a Mare, a seaside town on the Adriatic Sea where Italians like to vacation  

Day 10: Puglia region

Visit a frantoio, an oil mill where olives are pressed into olive oil 

Day 11: Puglia region • Matera • Rome

Travel to Rome via Matera 

Explore Matera on your own, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as the “city of caves” 

Day 12: Depart for home

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Regional-style meals
Guided sightseeing
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Full-time Tour Director
Expert Local Guides
Personalized Learning Support
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