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Taste of Italy
Venice/Rome 2025 (7 Days)
Tour Description:
Get your first taste of the delights of Venice, Florence, Rome, and more on this enchanting Italian tour. You'll ?get to enjoy the ancient ruins, architectural and artistic masterpieces, and of course, indulge in Italy's legendary food and wine.?
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 13 Apr 25 — Sunday 20 Apr 25 | Starting at $3,345 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 20 Apr 25 — Sunday 27 Apr 25 | Starting at $3,345 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 01 Jun 25 — Sunday 08 Jun 25 | Starting at $3,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 22 Jun 25 — Sunday 29 Jun 25 | Starting at $3,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 29 Jun 25 — Sunday 06 Jul 25 | Starting at $3,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 06 Jul 25 — Sunday 13 Jul 25 | Starting at $3,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 20 Jul 25 — Sunday 27 Jul 25 | Starting at $3,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 10 Aug 25 — Sunday 17 Aug 25 | Starting at $3,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 31 Aug 25 — Sunday 07 Sep 25 | Starting at $3,195 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 07 Sep 25 — Sunday 14 Sep 25 | Starting at $3,445 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 28 Sep 25 — Sunday 05 Oct 25 | Starting at $3,445 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 05 Oct 25 — Sunday 12 Oct 25 | Starting at $3,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 12 Oct 25 — Sunday 19 Oct 25 | Starting at $3,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 19 Oct 25 — Sunday 26 Oct 25 | Starting at $3,295 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 02 Nov 25 — Saturday 08 Nov 25 | Starting at $2,795 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 09 Nov 25 — Sunday 16 Nov 25 | Starting at $2,795 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Sunday 07 Dec 25 — Sunday 14 Dec 25 | Starting at $2,595 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingAuthentic Local Experiences:
- Enjoy admission to the famed Accademia Gallery, and marvel at Michelangelo’s masterpiece of sculpture, the David statue.
- Visit charming Orvieto on the way to Rome and indulge in a tasting of local wines.
- Step into the grandeur of the Vatican Museums on our privately guided tour with entrance to the Sistine Chapel.
- Venice Gondola Ride
- Doge’s Palace, Venice
- Bologna
- Accademia Gallery with Michelangelo’s David Sculpture
- Orvieto Wine Tasting
- Colosseum and Forum
- Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica*
- 6 Breakfasts (B), 1Lunch (L) , and 3 Dinners (D)
- NH Venezia Rio Novo | Venice (2)
- NH Firenze | Florence (2)
- NH Collection Roma Vittoria Veneto | Rome (2)
Trip Highlights:
*Visits subject to availability
Dining Experiences:
Hotels:
*Only single or double/twin rooms are available on this tour.
INSIDER TIP! Extend your vacation with pre-nights in Venice or post-nights in Rome. We’ve negotiated special hotel rates to make it easy and affordable.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYVenice Arrival | Welcome Dinner
Meet your tour director at 4:00 PM for a welcome reception and orientation walk around the city known as the ‘Queen of the Adriatic.’ Spend time exploring independently before gathering again for a welcome drink and dinner with your fellow travelers. (D)
Murano Glass Factory | Venice Tour | Doge’s Palace | Gondola Ride
Take a scenic cruise around the Venetian Lagoon to Murano Island, known for centuries for its artisanal glass industry. Tour a factory and see a demonstration of the art of glass blowing. Cruise back to the splendid Piazza San Marco for a walking tour, with visits to Doge’s Palace and Basilica San Marco. Journey along the canals for a view of the city from a gondola. The evening is yours to explore and dine independently. (B)
Bologna | Florence Dinner
Take a private group water taxi from your hotel to your coach and travel on to Florence. During your journey, stop for free time and lunch on your own in the lively, historic foodie city of Bologna. Arrive at your hotel in Florence’s city center, then take an orientation walk with your tour director and some free time to discover this city, the capital of Tuscany and the birthplace of Renaissance art and architecture. Enjoy a typical Tuscan dinner with your group at a local Florence restaurant. (B, D)
Florence Walking Tour | The Accademia Gallery
Take a walking tour of Florence with a local guide and marvel at the sights of the city center such as the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture of David. Savor a local lunch in the heart of Florence. After lunch, you’ll have the rest of the day to explore this magnificent city at your leisure. (B, L)
Orvieto | Roman Colosseum
You’re off to the Eternal City – Rome. Along the way, stop in the scenic hill town of Orvieto for a delicious tasting of its renowned local wine. Visit the Colosseum, imperial Rome’s iconic structure, built between 72 and 80 AD. This engineering marvel could hold up to 80,000 spectators for gladiator battles and dramatic productions. (Please note that on some departures, the Colosseum visit may be moved to day 6.) Imagine the ghosts of the Caesars in the ruins of the Forum, the ancient heart of the Roman Empire. Your hotel tonight is in Rome’s historic center. (B)
Independent Exploration | Vatican Tour
Discover Rome independently this morning, as you enjoy free time to explore. In the afternoon, visit the Vatican for a guided tour of the Museums, with entrance to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. (Please note that the Sistine Chapel and St Peter’s Basilica are sometimes closed by the Vatican, so visits are subject to availability.) Then it’s off to dinner in a local restaurant. (B, D)
Tour Ends in Rome
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
