Italy's Great Cities

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9 days from Rome to Rome
July 22-31, 2022 - Escorted by Erica Shaw

You and your family are cordially invited to join our own Erica Shaw and her family on this fantastic fully escorted tour of Italy.

Travel dates are July 22-31, 2022. Your cost per person is only $2403 and includes your pre-paid gratuities as well as your cancel for any reason travel insurance.

Flight pricing is not yet available but will be added in late summer 2021. You can utilize any U.S. airport for this trip. If you prefer to book your own air utilizing reward miles you are welcome to do so.

Please contact Erica at 405-880-3373 or Erica@thejoyoftravel.net for more information.

Vacation overview

All roads may lead to Rome, but we know the scenic avenues to reach all the enchanting cities on your Italy bucket list. That serene passageway in Assisi, that chic leather boutique in Florence, that off-the-beaten-path bridge in Venice—we know the way! We’ve mapped out the iconic experiences of Italy, leading you through the historic streets and piazzas of the “Eternal City,” the vine and olive-clad hills of Tuscany, and the romantic canals of the “Floating City” so you can experience the art, architecture, vino, and espresso you’ve long imagined. On this dreamy tour of Italy’s great cities, you’ll wake up to lush gardens in San Martino in Campo, stroll through the medieval-walled city of Siena, ponder the curious tilt at the Tower of Pisa, and happily lean into the delicious plates of pasta, pizza, and pastries along the way.

Itinerary: 

Day 1   ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY

Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 2   ROME–SAN MARTINO IN CAMPO

ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Fontana di Trevi, the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. Scenic drive en route to San Martino in Campo.
SAN MARTINO IN CAMPO  Overnight stay and dinner in 17th-century hotel. Free time before dinner. 
124 mi / 200 km 

Day 3   SAN MARTINO IN CAMPO–ASSISI–VENICE ISLAND

ASSISI See the Basilica of St. Francis. Scenic drive en route to Venice. 
280 mi / 450 km

Day 4   VENICE ISLAND

VENICE ISLAND Private boat ride. Guided walking tour includes St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs followed by a glassblowing demonstration. Free time this afternoon and evening. 

Day 5   VENICE ISLAND–PISA–FLORENCE

PISA See the Leaning Tower en route to Florence. 
280 mi / 450 km 

Day 6   FLORENCE

FLORENCE Guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze “Gates of Paradise,” and Signoria Square. Free time this afternoon and evening. 

ENHANCE YOUR FREE TIME in Florence with an excursion to San Gimignano followed by an authentic Tuscan countryside dinner. This and many more options throughout your tour are available for purchase with MyGlobus. Get local maps and tips for free time on your GlobusGO mobile app. 

Day 7   FLORENCE–SIENA–ROME

SIENA Orientation walk includes Piazza del Campo.  Taste traditional panforte and ricciarelli (local specialties) before returning to Rome. 
199 mi / 320 km 

Day 8   ROME. EXCURSION TO CASTEL GANDOLFO

CASTEL GANDOLFO Guided visit of the Papal Palace and the Barberini Gardens.
ROME Guided visit of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà. Farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening. 
50 mi / 80 km 

Day 9   ROME

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. 

Vacation Highlights

We’ve prepared everything you need for the perfect vacation—from transfers to and from your hotel to expert Local Guides and included VIP sightseeing access to the world’s iconic sites. Your Globus Tour Director is always there to help you make the most out of your free time!

Meals

Full buffet breakfast daily; 3 three-course dinners

*prices are subject to change