Italian Escape
History, food & culture
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Trip code: CCIT
Duration: 6, 10 or 15 days
With wall-to-wall iconic sites, spectacular scenery and some of the best food of your life, Italy is a dream destination. Make a serious dent in that bucket list with historic heavy hitters like Rome’s Colosseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Venice’s Grand Canal and the Vatican. Soak up Italy’s natural wonders, from the sun-soaked Amalfi Coast to Cinque Terre and the sparkling waters of Lake Como and pack your eating trousers – with risotto making classes, gelato, cicchetti, seafood feasts and a pizza tour on the menu, you’ll need them! All on trip transport and accommodation are included and you can choose from 6, 10 or 15 days of fun – perfetto!
Trip Highlights
- Walk in the footsteps of gladiators in Rome’s colosseum
- Take a guided tour of Renaissance masterpieces in Vatican City
- Explore beautiful Cinque Terre by foot or rail with an unlimited train and hike ticket
- Take a cruise across spectacular Lake Como and along the rugged Amalfi Coast
- Ride a traditional motoscafo down Venice’s spectacular canals
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- 5, 9 or 14 nights’ accommodation
- Breakfast every day
- 2 or 4 dinners (depending on trip length)
- Trip manager, driver & local guide
- All on-trip transport (coach)
- Walking tour of Rome (all options)
- Walking tour of Florence (options 1 & 3)
- Tower of Pisa visit (options 1 & 3)
- Lucca visit (options 1 & 3)
- Cinque Terre National Park hike & train (options 1 & 3)
- Juliet’s balcony, Verona (options 1 & 3)
- Traditional boat ride, Venice (options 1 & 3)
- Guided tour of Vatican City (options 1 & 3)
- Mount Vesuvius (options 2 & 3)
- Positano visit (options 2 & 3)
- Isle of Capri visit (options 2 & 3)
- Amalfi Coast scenic boat ride (options 2 & 3)
- 24 hour emergency assistance
- Airport transfers
- Flights
- Visas
- Travel Insurance
- Some meals, snacks and drinks
- Optional activities
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15 days (All of Italy)
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Day 1: Rome
Ciao bella! Kick off your Italian Adventure in romantic Rome. Take a tour of the city's 'must-see' spots, including the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Colosseum & the Roman Forum. Then enjoy an Italian feast, washed down with a glass or two of Chianti (when in Rome!)
Day 2: Florence (via Siena)
Next up it's fabulous Florence, via another Renaissance heavyweight - Siena! Take a stroll round the historic streets and grab a bite of something to eat before continuing to Florence. Where we'll enjoy a delicious feast - Florence knows how to eat!
Day 3: Florence
Discover the wonders of Florence on a guided walking tour. We're talking Giotto's Bell Tower, Basilica Santa Croce, the Duomo and more. This evening, learn to make risotto from the experts with an optional masterclass and family style dinner looking out over the Tuscan hills.
Day 4: Cinque Terre via Pisa & Lucca
Today is wall to wall culture, with a stop in Pisa for some classic Insta shots of the famous tower, followed by Renaissance marvels and historic cafés in Lucca. Last stop today - the Italian Riviera!
Day 5: Cinque Terre
Explore the enchanting Cinque Terre today with an unlimited train and hike ticket. Whether you want to explore all five villages, walk along the coast or fill up on platefuls of pesto pasta (the local speciality), the choice is yours!
Day 6: Milan via Lake Como
Our first stop today is glamorous Lake Como. See the area from the water with a cruise to beautiful Bellagio, before continuing on to elegant Milan. Spend your evening exploring hidden bars and sampling local delicacies - bellissima!
Day 7: Venice via Verona
Fair Verona is next on our dazzling trip. Check out the famous Juliet's balcony before continuing to Venice. Enjoy a free evening in Treviso, a gorgeous and secluded city in the Venetian suburbs and join a foodie walking tour where you'll sample local dishes and wine varieties while bar-hopping!
Day 8: Venice
Venice is your oyster today. You could take a tour on a traditional motoscafo and freely explore the highlights. Or if you want to try something a bit different, why not come along for an evening cruise and dinner around the bright rainbow island of Burano?
Day 9: Rome via Bologna
All roads lead back to Rome, and we're heading back to the capital today, via lunch in beautiful Bologna. Enjoy a free evening in Rome to continue your culinary journey!
Day 10: Rome
Kick off your day with a guided tour of the Vatican (get ready to peel your jaw off the floor - it's pretty epic). Then spend the afternoon living la dolce vita with drinks or gelato in the city's pretty piazzas. After the sun goes down, we'll enjoy a delicious, shared dinner.
Day 11: Naples
Today's destination is home to Italy's finest pasta and pizza (which is really saying something), so come hungry! It's not all eating though - explore Mt Vesuvius, take a trip to Pompeii, or get stuck into a pizza tour (it'll be the best Napoletana of your life).
Day 12: Amalfi Coast
Ready for some serious views? Think sheer cliffs plunging down to a turquoise sea, with sun-bleached homes perching impossibly on the rugged coastline. Pay a visit to Positano and Capri for epic vistas, elegant villas, and a cruise to Capri's iconic blue grotto. Please note if you travel during winter instead of visiting Capri you will visit Sorrento and Salerno.
Day 13: Amalfi
Take a scenic cruise along the coast before exploring pretty Amalfi. Visit a lemon farm to learn all about how the fruits are turned into limoncello and take part in a traditional Italian feast on an organic farm this evening, washed down with the delicious liqueur!
Day 14: Rome
Back in Rome today, you'll walk in the footsteps of gladiators on our optional Emperors & Gladiators tour. Explore the unforgettable Colosseum, before enjoying a final night in the city with your travel buddies.
Day 15: Trip end
Your unforgettable Italian adventure ends after breakfast today. Say your farewells and head to the airport when you're ready - Italy, you've been incredible.
Day 1: Rome
Ciao bella! Kick off your Italian Adventure in romantic Rome. Take a tour of the city's 'must-see' spots, including the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, the Colosseum & the Roman Forum. Then enjoy an Italian feast, washed down with a glass or two of Chianti (when in Rome!)
Day 2: Florence (via Siena)
Next up it's fabulous Florence, via another Renaissance heavyweight - Siena! Take a stroll round the historic streets and grab a bite of something to eat before continuing to Florence. Where we'll enjoy a delicious feast - Florence knows how to eat!
Day 3: Florence
Discover the wonders of Florence on a guided walking tour. We're talking Giotto's Bell Tower, Basilica Santa Croce, the Duomo and more. This evening, learn to make risotto from the experts with an optional masterclass and family style dinner looking out over the Tuscan hills.
Day 4: Cinque Terre via Pisa & Lucca
Today is wall to wall culture, with a stop in Pisa for some classic Insta shots of the famous tower, followed by Renaissance marvels and historic cafés in Lucca. Last stop today - the Italian Riviera!
Day 5: Cinque Terre
Explore the enchanting Cinque Terre today with an unlimited train and hike ticket. Whether you want to explore all five villages, walk along the coast or fill up on platefuls of pesto pasta (the local speciality), the choice is yours!
Day 6: Milan via Lake Como
Our first stop today is glamorous Lake Como. See the area from the water with a cruise to beautiful Bellagio, before continuing on to elegant Milan. Spend your evening exploring hidden bars and sampling local delicacies - bellissima!
Day 7: Venice via Verona
Fair Verona is next on our dazzling trip. Check out the famous Juliet's balcony before continuing to Venice. Enjoy a free evening in Treviso, a gorgeous and secluded city in the Venetian suburbs and join a foodie walking tour where you'll sample local dishes and wine varieties while bar-hopping!
Day 8: Venice
Venice is your oyster today. You could take a tour on a traditional motoscafo and freely explore the highlights. Or if you want to try something a bit different, why not come along for an evening cruise and dinner around the bright rainbow island of Burano?
Day 9: Rome via Bologna
All roads lead back to Rome, and we're heading back to the capital today, via lunch in beautiful Bologna. Enjoy a free evening in Rome to continue your culinary journey!
Day 10: Trip End
Your unforgettable Italian adventure ends after breakfast today. Say your farewells and head to the airport when you're ready - Italy, you've been incredible.
Day 1: Rome
Kick off your day with a guided tour of the Vatican (get ready to peel your jaw off the floor - it's pretty epic). Then spend the afternoon living la dolce vita with drinks or gelato in the city's pretty piazzas. After the sun goes down, we'll enjoy a delicious, shared dinner.
Day 2: Naples
Today's destination is home to Italy's finest pasta and pizza (which is really saying something), so come hungry! It's not all eating though - explore Mt Vesuvius, take a trip to Pompeii, or get stuck into a pizza tour (it'll be the best Napoletana of your life).
Day 3: Amalfi Coast
Ready for some serious views? Think sheer cliffs plunging down to a turquoise sea, with sun-bleached homes perching impossibly on the rugged coastline. Pay a visit to Positano and Capri for epic vistas, elegant villas, and a cruise to Capri's iconic blue grotto. Please note if you travel during winter instead of visiting Capri you will visit Sorrento and Salerno.
Day 4: Amalfi
Take a scenic cruise along the coast before exploring pretty Amalfi. Visit a lemon farm to learn all about how the fruits are turned into limoncello and take part in a traditional Italian feast on an organic farm this evening, washed down with the delicious liqueur!
Day 5: Rome
Back in Rome today, you'll walk in the footsteps of gladiators on our optional Emperors & Gladiators tour. Explore the unforgettable Colosseum, before enjoying a final night in the city with your travel buddies.
Day 6: Trip end
Your unforgettable Italian adventure ends after breakfast today. Say your farewells and head to the airport when you're ready - Italy, you've been incredible.
Please note activities and itineraries are subject to change.
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Online booking isn't currently available but if you'd like to enquire please use the form below. Alternatively if you'd like to discuss alternate trips or if you have any other questions please don't hesitate to contact us.All trip options kick off in Rome, so you’ll need to arrange flights to arrive in Fiumicino International Airport, also known as Leonardo da Vinci (FCDO) for the first day of your trip. There are no activities planned apart from a welcome meeting and orientation tour of the city at 4pm, so just make sure your flight gets in before then. You’ll need to make your own way to your starting accommodation from the airport. Taxis take around 40 minutes to the city centre and can be easily picked up from the airport. Bus is more affordable and takes around 50 minutes and there are two different train lines that run to the city.
The trip ends back in Rome for all trip options as well. Leave at a time that suits you. Return airport transfers aren’t included either but are easy to arrange. Ask your tour guide for more information.
Accommodation
This trip includes 5, 9 or 14 nights of accommodation, depending on which trip option you choose. All nights will be in triple share rooms in comfy, centrally located hotels. If you are a couple who wish to upgrade to a twin room for this tour please contact us for prices and availability.
Meals
You’ll be provided breakfast every day of your trip. With options 1 and 2, two dinners are provided and with option 3 there are 4 dinners. You’ll have to buy your other meals, snacks and drinks yourself. With a cuisine as varied and delicious as Italy’s, checking out restaurants and markets is all part of the fun.
Minimum age to participate in this programme is 18. This trip is designed for 18-35 year olds.
UK citizens can travel to countries in the European Schengen area (including Italy) for up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa. Visits to Schengen countries within the previous 180 days before you travel count towards your 90 days.
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