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The Elegant Art of Italy: Lake Como to Rome
Tour Description:
When you think of Italy... you evoke thoughts of leisurely cruises on picturesque lakes lined with villas against the backdrop of the Italian Alps... the Byzantine grandeur of San Marco and serenades aboard gondolas in the age-old canals of Venice... Florentine art and architecture that sing of life in the Renaissance, and a stroll in the garden where opera was born... a glass of Chianti in a sidewalk café in hilltop Siena... the haunting ruins of Imperial Rome... hand-painted frescoes whose eloquence is most poignantly experienced in the Sistine Chapel...
From Michelangelo's masterpieces to the glories of Ancient Rome, the art and drama of the ages inspire our journeys in Italy including Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Siena and Rome. View the inspiring treasures of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel and view the original works of the masters at the Uffizi Gallery and Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence. In Venice, stay at a top award-winning hotel on a private island in the Venetian Lagoon, and explore St. Mark's Basilica and Square. Visit the medieval town of Siena in the Tuscan countryside. Take a high-speed train to Florence. And of course, you'll also have ample time to pursue what interests you most in Venice, Florence, and Rome...
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Dates & Pricing
| Monday 13 Apr 26 — Thursday 23 Apr 26 | Starting at $12,690 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 20 Apr 26 — Thursday 30 Apr 26 | Starting at $12,690 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 25 Apr 26 — Tuesday 05 May 26 | Starting at $13,790 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 18 May 26 — Thursday 28 May 26 | Starting at $12,790 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 06 Jun 26 — Tuesday 16 Jun 26 | Starting at $14,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 22 Jun 26 — Thursday 02 Jul 26 | Starting at $13,790 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 05 Sep 26 — Tuesday 15 Sep 26 | Starting at $14,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 19 Sep 26 — Tuesday 29 Sep 26 | Starting at $14,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 21 Sep 26 — Thursday 01 Oct 26 | Starting at $12,790 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Monday 05 Oct 26 — Thursday 15 Oct 26 | Starting at $14,390 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 17 Oct 26 — Tuesday 27 Oct 26 | Starting at $14,390 | 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 & Sightseeing
When you think of Italy... you evoke thoughts of leisurely cruises on picturesque lakes lined with villas against the backdrop of the Italian Alps... the Byzantine grandeur of San Marco and serenades aboard gondolas in the age-old canals of Venice... Florentine art and architecture that sing of life in the Renaissance, and a stroll in the garden where opera was born... a glass of Chianti in a sidewalk café in hilltop Siena... the haunting ruins of Imperial Rome... hand-painted frescoes whose eloquence is most poignantly experienced in the Sistine Chapel...
From Michelangelo's masterpieces to the glories of Ancient Rome, the art and drama of the ages inspire our journeys in Italy including Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Siena and Rome. View the inspiring treasures of the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel and view the original works of the masters at the Uffizi Gallery and Galleria dell'Accademia in Florence. In Venice, stay at a top award-winning hotel on a private island in the Venetian Lagoon, and explore St. Mark's Basilica and Square. Visit the medieval town of Siena in the Tuscan countryside. Take a high-speed train to Florence. And of course, you'll also have ample time to pursue what interests you most in Venice, Florence, and Rome...
Highlights
TAUCKS YELLOW ROADS – Traverse Lake Como's stunning shoreline and Lombardy's pastoral landscapes to Venice
TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – On privately guided visits, discover the world's great art and architecture at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Uffizi Gallery and Galleria dell'Accademia
Exceptional stays throughout – historic palazzos, lakeside retreats, and legendary city landmarks – each blending timeless elegance, local character, and luxurious comfort in Italy's most iconic settings.
High-speed train travel from Venice to Florence
Lecture by an art historian in Florence, setting the stage for guided museum visits
Highlights
TAUCKS YELLOW ROADS – Traverse Lake Como's stunning shoreline and Lombardy's pastoral landscapes to Venice
TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – On privately guided visits, discover the world's great art and architecture at the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Uffizi Gallery and Galleria dell'Accademia
Exceptional stays throughout – historic palazzos, lakeside retreats, and legendary city landmarks – each blending timeless elegance, local character, and luxurious comfort in Italy's most iconic settings.
High-speed train travel from Venice to Florence
Lecture by an art historian in Florence, setting the stage for guided museum visits
ITINERARY
ITINERARYArrive Milan and on to Menaggio on Lake Como
Tour begins: 6:30 PM, Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & Spa. A transfer is included from Milan's Malpensa Airport to Grand Hotel Victoria Concept & Spa in Menaggio, on Lake Como. Upon arrival, travel through the beautiful northern Italian countryside from Milan to your 5* 19th-century grand hotel in beautiful Menaggio on the shores of bejeweled Lake Como. Meet your fellow traveling companions at a welcome cocktail reception and dinner at your hotel.
A Villa on fashionable Lake Como
Your travels take you by private boat to visit Villa del Balbianello; set on a wooded peninsula that juts into the lake, it was built in the late 18th century on the site of a Franciscan monastery. Noted for its exquisite landscaping and sculpture, the villa features spectacular terraced gardens ablaze with magnolias, cypresses, azaleas and more against dramatic views of the distant Alps and the famous shore of Lake Como, and appeared as a location in the James Bond film Casino Royale and in Star Wars II: Attack of the Clones. Cruise to the lovely village of Bellagio for lunch, and some free time to explore, before returning to Menaggio late afternoon; spend the evening as you wish.
A wine-pairing lunch and arrival in Venice
Visit the Veneto region for a lunch at a wine relais in the countryside, paired with exquisite local wines and regional specialties. Savor the flavors of this renowned wine-producing area, surrounded by rolling vineyards and the region's picturesque charm. Continue on to Venice, uniquely designed along an intricate system of canals within a lagoon; transfer by private boat to your fabulous hotel in the heart of the city, where Venetian charm and modern elegance create an unforgettable stay.
St. Mark's & Venice as you please
Start the day in Venice with guided visits to Piazza San Marco (St. Mark's Square) and the Doge's Palace, an extraordinary palace that was once the seat of Venetian government. Spend the rest of the day and evening experiencing more of Venice at your leisure – perhaps exploring the small islands of the Venetian Lagoon; viewing one of the world's largest collections of Venetian art at the Galleria dell'Accademia; or visiting the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, a head-turning display of modern art housed in Guggenheim's former home on the Grand Canal, the 18th-century Palazzo Venier dei Leoni; your Tauck Director can offer recommendations.
High-speed rail to Florence
Travel by high-speed rail today from Venice to Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Get an introduction to the city's architectural landmarks and great artists from a local art historian; view Lorenzo Ghiberti's bronze doors with detailed panels at the Baptistry, part of the Duomo of Santa Maria del Fiori complex. Your art lecture is a fitting prelude to today's visit to Galleria dell'Accademia, Europe's oldest art school and home to many of the world's most beloved paintings and sculpture, including Michelangelo's famed statue of David. Later, a walking tour explores the historical center of Florence, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Have dinner this evening at a Florentine osteria, known for Tuscan specialties.
The Uffizi & time at leisure in Florence
Begin your day immersed in the artistic and cultural treasures of Florence on a guided walking tour, led by a local guide, taking you along the historic Ponte Vecchio to the renowned Uffizi Gallery. Here, marvel at masterpieces by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, and other Renaissance legends during your visit. Your visit concludes on the museum's terrace, offering breathtaking views of the city and the option to linger longer. Afterward, enjoy free time to explore Florence at your leisure, diving into its vibrant streets, hidden gems, and architectural wonders as you please.
Through Tuscany & Umbria via medieval Siena
Travel Italy through lush Tuscan landscapes this morning, featuring olive groves, cypress trees, and vineyards, including the region that produces Chianti wine. Stop in the medieval hill town of Siena, and wander through its narrow centuries-old streets. See the Piazza del Campo where the Palio bareback horse race is held, and visit the Duomo, one of Italy's great cathedrals, with scenes inlaid in the marble floors and sculpture by Michelangelo. Travel on to the beautiful Val D'Orcia for a two night stay in the most beautiful part of Tuscany. Dinner is at leisure in your hotel.
Wine tasting in Val D'Orcia, the Tuscan countryside
Step into Tuscany's timeless rhythms with a guided visit to Chiusi, once a powerful Etruscan city. Explore its archaeological treasures and hilltop cathedral, uncovering layers of history beneath the quiet charm of this ancient town. Later, follow vineyard-lined roads to a local winery for a tour and lunch with wine pairings. This evening, back at Fonteverde, enjoy a relaxed apericena – a casual gathering with drinks and Tuscan bites best savored as the sun dips behind the hills.
Journey to Rome
Journey to Rome this morning for a two-night stay in the heart of the city; upon arrival, have lunch at a local restaurant. The remainder of the day is free to explore Rome as you please – during your stay, you'll have a privately guided visit to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel (subject to availability, day and time of the visit may vary).
The treasures of Imperial Rome
Experience an insider's view of Imperial Rome from a local guide on a panoramic sightseeing drive around the city. Pass by the Roman Forum, Circus Maximus, the Baths of Caracalla, Palatine Hill, the Colosseum and more, learning historical insights about landmark locations along the way. Housed in two buildings, the museum features treasured collections of ancient Roman statues, medieval and Renaissance art. Spend the afternoon exploring the sights as you wish and join us this evening for a farewell reception and dinner.
Arrivederci, Roma
Tour ends: Rome. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The St. Regis Rome to Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Fiumicino; allow 3 hours for check-in.
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.
