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ESSENCE OF ITALY IN 12 DAYS

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ITALY, VATICAN CITY

SINGLE-COUNTRY TOUR

Starting at AED

Premium Tour

11 Nights / 12 Days Tour

All Year Round

Rail Tours, Semi-Private Tours

Southern Europe, Europe

(TMTMPH-3505310-IT/VA)

Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice, Naples, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Siena, Pisa

Discover Italy's cultural treasures on this unforgettable journey through through Naples, Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi, Rome, Siena, Pisa, Florence, Venice, Burano, Murano, Milan, and Lake Como. Savor local flavors with immersive food tours and cooking classes. Marvel at ancient ruins, Renaissance art, and coastal beauty. From historic streets to designer outlets, experience Italy's best in just twelve days.

Making memories since 2002 !

Day 01: DUBAI, NAPLES

  • Depart from Dubai International Airport and arrive at Naples Capodichino Airport

  • Check in at UNA Hotel Napoli, centrally located near Piazza Garibaldi

  • Evening Naples Street Food Tour through Piazza Bellini, Via dei Tribunali, and Spaccanapoli

  • Taste mozzarella, fried pizza, limoncello, Sfogliatella, and Babà

  • See Greek ruins, Conservatorio San Pietro a Majella, and Piazza del Gesù Nuovo

  • Tour ends at Via Toledo, near Piazza del Gesù

  • Great introduction to Neapolitan culture and culinary traditions


Day 02: NAPLES, SORRENTO, POSITANO, AMALFI

  • Full-day guided tour of the Amalfi Coast

  • Explore the scenic town of Sorrento with 1-hour free time

  • Visit charming Positano and stroll through cliffside streets

  • Enjoy lunch and coastal views en route to Amalfi

  • Discover Amalfi Cathedral and walk the promenade

  • Return to Naples in the evening

  • Pickup and drop-off from hotel


Day 03: NAPLES, ROME

  • Check out from hotel and take morning train to Rome

  • Arrive in Rome and check in at Napoleon Hotel

  • Afternoon guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica

  • Walk through Gallery of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and Pinecone Courtyard

  • Admire Michelangelo’s frescoes and La Pietà

  • Learn Vatican history with a small group guide

  • End tour at St. Peter’s Square


Day 04: ROME

  • Morning guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill

  • Skip-the-line access with special arena entry included

  • Explore Via Sacra, Arch of Constantine, and Temple of Vesta

  • Learn Roman imperial history and gladiator tales

  • Free time to explore Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, or Spanish Steps

  • Optional: Vespa Tour or Pasta Cooking Class in the evening

  • Overnight in Rome


Day 05: ROME, FLORENCE

  • Morning train from Rome to Florence

  • Check in at Cellai Boutique Hotel

  • Evening Florence cooking class – learn to make pizza and gelato

  • Enjoy wine tasting and take home a recipe booklet

  • Walk through Mercato Centrale area

  • Receive graduation certificate for your culinary skills

  • Return to hotel after a flavorful evening


Day 06: FLORENCE, SIENA, SAN GIMIGNANO, PISA

  • Full-day guided tour across Tuscany

  • Walking tour of Siena, including entry to Siena Cathedral

  • Traditional Tuscan lunch and wine tasting at a Chianti vineyard

  • Explore the medieval towers of San Gimignano

  • End the day at Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa

  • Option to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa (ticket required)

  • Return to Florence in the evening


Day 07: FLORENCE, VENICE

  • Morning train from Florence to Venice

  • Check in at Hotel Ca' dei Conti

  • Afternoon at leisure or stroll around Rialto Bridge, Grand Canal, and St. Mark’s Square

  • Optional gondola ride or visit to Teatro La Fenice

  • Explore Cannaregio or dine by the canal

  • Prepare for next day’s full tour of Venice


Day 08: VENICE, MURANO, BURANO

  • Full-day guided tour of St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace

  • Cross the Bridge of Sighs and walk through ancient prison cells

  • Take a scenic Gondola ride through Venice canals

  • Visit Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration

  • Explore colorful Burano Island and witness traditional lace-making

  • Free time on both islands to wander and take photos

  • Return to hotel in Venice by evening


Day 09: VENICE, MILAN

  • Morning train from Venice to Milan

  • Check in at Best Western Hotel City on Corso Buenos Aires

  • Afternoon free time to explore with optional Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Pass

  • Visit Duomo di Milano, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and Castello Sforzesco

  • Shop at the Golden Rectangle of Fashion or stroll through Brera District

  • Optional visit to La Scala Theatre or Navigli for dining


Day 10: MILAN, LAKE COMO

  • Full-day tour to Lake Como, Bellagio, and surrounding countryside

  • Enjoy scenic drive and cruise across the lake

  • Visit Como Cathedral, Bellagio streets, and Sanctuary of Madonna del Ghisallo

  • Learn about Como’s religious, cultural, and natural history

  • Return to Milan in the evening

  • Optional shopping at local markets or relax at the hotel


Day 11: MILAN

  • Day at leisure for shopping at Serravalle Designer Outlet

  • Shuttle bus to and from the outlet included

  • Enjoy exclusive brands and discounts

  • Last-minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping in Milan


Day 12: MILAN, DUBAI

  • Check out from hotel

  • Evening transfer to Bergamo Airport

  • Depart on FlyDubai flight back to Dubai

  • Arrive the next morning with unforgettable memories of Italy

GET IN TOUCH

INDICATIVE PACKAGE PRICES

On Request

Package pricing is influenced by several factors, including the number of travelers, selected hotel category, chosen travel dates, and availability at the time of booking.

INDICATIVE HOTELS

INCLUSIONS

  • International Flights
    Round-trip flights on flydubai (DXB–NAP, BGY–DXB).

  • Accommodation
    UNA Hotel Napoli, Naples (Nov 23–25)
    Napoleon Hotel, Rome (Nov 25–27)
    Cellai Boutique Hotel, Florence (Nov 27–29)
    Hotel Ca' dei Conti, Venice (Nov 29–Dec 1)
    Best Western Hotel City, Milan (Dec 1–4)

  • Train Tickets (Italy domestic)
    Naples → Rome (Italo, Nov 25)
    Rome → Florence (Italo, Nov 27)
    Florence → Venice (Italo, Nov 29)
    Venice → Milan (Frecciarossa, Dec 1)

  • Guided Tours & Activities
    Naples Street Food Tour (with tastings & guide)
    Amalfi Coast day trip (Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi) with lunch, bottled water, pickup & drop-off
    Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel & St. Peter’s Basilica semi-private guided tour (skip-the-line access, headset, small group)
    Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill tour (skip-the-line, arena access, professional guide)
    Florence Cooking Class (pizza & gelato, dinner with wine, recipe booklet)
    Tuscany full-day trip (Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, winery lunch & wine tasting, Siena Duomo entry, professional guide, AC coach)
    Venice guided tour including St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace (skip-the-line), gondola ride, Murano glass blowing, Burano lace making, small-group guide
    Milan sightseeing (72-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket, Wi-Fi onboard)
    Serravalle Designer Outlet shuttle bus (round trip)
    Lake Como full-day guided experience (coach transfer, boat cruise with skip-the-line tickets, English/Spanish guide, bottled water, headset)

  • Travel Insurance (coverage included for the trip).

  • Gratuities (tips for guides, drivers, hotel staff).

  • Meals & beverages unless specifically mentioned (e.g., street food tour tastings, Amalfi lunch, Florence cooking class dinner, Tuscany winery lunch).

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off for certain tours (e.g., Florence cooking class, Tuscany tour, Milan excursions).

  • Optional activities not booked in advance (e.g., gondola ride outside tour, Vespa night tour, cooking classes in Milan, extra excursions).

  • Entry tickets not part of confirmed tours (e.g., Leaning Tower of Pisa climb if not pre-booked, additional museums).

  • Personal expenses such as shopping, minibar, laundry, private taxis, or porterage.

  • Drinks not mentioned in inclusions (e.g., alcohol, soft drinks during tours).

  • Any services not explicitly listed in the inclusions above.

EXCLUSIONS

MEET OUR HOLIDAY SPECIALISTS

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Perera G.

Senior Travel Consultant

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Alyn F.

Senior Travel Consultant

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Travel Consultant

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Hiyam W.

Travel Consultant

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