Description
What’s included: Private airport transfers & inter-city transfers; accommodation with breakfast; named tours & activities
Places visited: Cortina (3 nights), Cinque Terre (3 nights), Siena (4 nights), Rome (3 nights)
Departure dates and prices: Departure dates are flexible, and the price varies with hotel star and season.
Best for… Diverse scenery / Culture / History & Archeology / Art / Skiing (seasonal) / Italian wines
Immerse yourself in the diverse scenery of Italy on this exclusive pre-set package holiday that first sweeps you away to Cortina, known as the Queen of the Dolomites. This winter sports resort is known for its epic ski tracks and mountain scenery, and is a favourite vacation destination among the European elite. After enjoying the mountain scenes in Cortina, this Italy holiday package takes you to the glorious Cinque Terre, which is an idyllic stretch of coastline that is known for its charming way of life and sublime sea views. After 3 nights of relaxation, we will then take you to Siena in the heart of Tuscany, where you can immerse yourself in Italy’s most beautiful country scenery and discover rare wines in the Chianti region. We will also treat you to a private tour of Florence’s art galleries, allowing you to discover the vibrant culture of Tuscany. The finale of this Italy holiday package is the Eternal City of Rome and what treats we have for you here! As well as plenty of time to discover Rome at your own pace, we will arrange a special-access guided tour of the Colosseum with a private guide, allowing you to take an unprecedented step back in time.
With exclusive pre-arranged tours with expert guides, accommodation and private transfers, this is the perfect Italy holiday package on which to discover the heart of Italian culture and immerse yourself in the diverse scenery that can only be found in Italy. It is an excellent choice if you want to enjoy all the faces of Italian culture and see changing scenery on your Italy vacation.
Trip highlights
- Private airport transfers and first-class train tickets included as standard
- VIP tour of Genoa
- Cinque Terre walking tour
- VIP wine-tasting tour, featuring Piedmont and Ligurian wines
- Tour of the Chianti region, including wine tasting
- Art tour of Florence, including the world-famous Accademia and Uffizi galleries
- Special-access tour of the Colosseum
Pricing
Our prices are seasonal and based on your date of departure & preferred accommodation star rating. The low-season runs from November 1st until March 31st, and the high-season runs from April 1st until October 31st.
13 Nights
3 Star from $10,400 AUD pp (plus $3,120 for high-season)
4 Star from $12,480 AUD pp (plus $3,744 for high-season)
5 Star from $15,600 AUD pp (plus $4,680 for high-season)
If you would like to speak to an adviser to find out more about this Sicily multi-city holiday, please call a member of our Italy specialist team at 61 2 9056 7018 or click here to send us an enquiry for a personalised holiday quote based around this itinerary.
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Italy!
Your Italy holiday package begins in the north with 3 nights in the winter sports resort of Cortina, which is known as the Queen of the Dolomites. This fashionable winter ski resort is a favourite among the European elite as it boasts sublime mountain scenery, a range of ski tracks, and plenty of chic bars and restaurants. The resort sits in the Ampezzo Valley and while skiing is popular in the winter, Cortina is wonderful for scenic hiking in the summer months. On this Italy holiday package, we will treat you to luxury from the moment you arrive in Italy with a private transfer from the airport to your hotel in Cortina.
What’s included: Private transfer from Venice Marco Polo Airport to your hotel in Cortina; accommodation in Cortina
Days 2 & 3: Leisure day
These will be full days for you to explore Cortina at leisure, perhaps enjoying skiing in the winter months or hiking in the summer.
Day 4: Experience the coastal serenity of Liguria
After spending 3 nights appreciating the mountain scenery of Cortina, it’s time to experience a different face of Italy on the iconic Ligurian coast. You will travel by first-class train from Verona to Genoa, where our private guide will be waiting to greet you for a fascinating guided tour of Genoa. During this two-hour walking tour, you will have the opportunity to explore this chic city, including its UNESCO-protected site and impressive landmarks. In particular, we think you will delight in Palazzi dei Rolli and Via Garibaldi, as well as the many decadent palaces. After immersing yourself in Genoa’s thought-provoking architecture, a private driver will whisk you in luxury to the Cinque Terre, which is a sublime stretch of coastline in Liguria known for its charming fishing villages, as well as its simply sublime sea views. Here, you can completely relax and enjoy encapsulating views of the Ligurian Sea.
What’s included: Private transfer from your hotel to Verona station; first class train ticket; private guided tour of Genoa (2 hours); private transfer from Genoa to your hotel on the Cinque Terre; accommodation on the Cinque Terre
Day 5: Cinque Terre walking tour
Known for its idyllic landscapes and rare wildlife, no vacation to the Cinque Terre would be complete without a walking tour of the coast. Today, you will have the chance to explore the five Cinque Terre fishing villages on a small-group excursion, taking you along the prettiest walking trails and through the Cinque Terre National Park. As a part of this exhilarating experience, you will see glorious views of this unspoiled stretch of the Italian Riviera and learn secrets about the area from your expert guide (note that this route is 3.4 miles / 5.5 km).
What’s included: Group walking tour of the Cinque Terre (9 hours); accommodation on the Cinque Terre
Day 6: VIP wine tasting with Piedmont and Liguria wines
Today, your senses will be treated to a decadent Cinque Terre vineyard tour, where you can immerse yourself in rolling hills of green, vineyards glowing in the Italian sunshine and a picturesque landscape decorated with ancient castles and quaint farmhouses. As a part of this tour, you can taste a selection of Piedmont and Liguria wines, and learn more about this popular Italy wine region.
What’s included: Private wine-tasting tour (2 hours); accommodation on the Cinque Terre
Day 7: And so to Tuscany
It’s time to say goodbye to the Cinque Terre and experience some of the best country scenery in all of Italy with 4 nights in Tuscany. As a part of this Italy holiday package, we will arrange for you to stay in the heart of Siena – a hidden gem in Tuscany where you can relax and take in the laid back way of life.
What’s included: Private transfer from your hotel to La Spezia station; first-class train ticket; private transfer from Florence station to your hotel in Siena; accommodation in Siena
Day 8: Tuscany tour with wine tasting in Chianti
Treat your senses to a decadent tour through the Chianti countryside, featuring rolling hills, vineyards and some of the most beautiful landscape in Italy. On this seven-hour group tour, you will stop by charming villages, such as Montepulciano, and also enjoy world-famous red wine at a local estate. There will be plenty of time to discover the lush greenery that this region is known for and see enchanting architecture in several Chianti villages. This exclusive Chianti tour is truly a beautiful opportunity to capture memories to treasure from your dream Italy multi-city tour.
What’s included: Group wine-tasting tour of the Chianti wine region; accommodation in Siena
Day 9: VIP tour of Florence’s art galleries
Today you will be immersed in the Renaissance with a full-day guided tour of the Accademia and Uffizi galleries. These art museums are among the most important in Italy and top attractions in Florence. In the Accademia (also known as the Gallerie dell’Accademia) you’ll find the glorious and imposing sculpture of “David” by Michelangelo, which you can discover with a private guide by your side. This statue is a symbol of the power and invincibility of the Florentine Republic and is an unmissable attraction on your vacation in Italy. After free time for lunch, our private guide will then take you on a journey of discovery, allowing you to immerse yourself in the wealth of artistic masterpieces at the Uffizi Gallery. As one of the most important art museums in the world, here you will find collections by Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio and many other famous artists.
What’s included: Full-day private guided tour of the Accademia and Uffizi; accommodation in Siena
Day 10: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Siena at leisure.
Day 11: Step back in time in Rome
Today you will travel by first-class train from Tuscany to Rome, allowing you to step into the history of Italy and discover iconic landmarks, including the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Vatican City. Upon arrival in Rome, the afternoon and evening will be yours to explore the city at leisure.
What’s included: Private transfer from your hotel to Florence station; first-class train ticket; private transfer from Rome station to your hotel; accommodation in Rome
Day 12: VIP tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum
Today, our expert guide will take you on a journey back in time on a tour of Rome’s ancient sights, including the Fori Imperiali, Roman Forum, Augustus Domus and, finally, the epic and glorious Colosseum. As a part of this exclusive experience, you will enjoy two hours in the Colosseum on an in-depth guided tour that includes special access to the upper tier and fascinating underground level.
What’s included: VIP guided tour of Ancient Rome, with “skip the line” entry to the Colosseum; accommodation in Rome
Day 13: Leisure day
This will be a full day for you to explore Rome at leisure, perhaps taking in the classic architecture or exploring Vatican City.
Day 14: And so your dream Italy vacation reaches its end
The morning sees you leaving Italy on your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport back home. The sights, sounds, tastes and experiences of the past weeks will no doubt flood over you as you enjoy the luxury of a private transfer to the airport, leading you to smile in remembrance of times past and to plan for your inevitable return visit!
What’s Included: Private transfer from your hotel to Rome Fiumicino Airport
Important information
Please note that this Italy holiday package does not include outbound/inbound flights. When purchasing your flights from your chosen airline, we recommend that you fly into Venice Marco Polo Airport and fly out of Rome Fiumicino Airport to take advantage of your private airport transfers.
