Complete Italy: Rome, Tuscany & Sorrento

Rome & Vatican Museums

Time to say hello to the ‘Eternal City’ of Rome. Upon arrival in Rome, you’ll venture out on a tour where you’ll learn about the centuries of history within the walls of the Vatican City. Beginning with the Vatican Museums, you’ll take the beautiful spiral staircase and continue through the galleries. You’ll then explore the famous Sistine Chapel with its magnificent fresco of the Last Judgement by Michelangelo before having some free time to visit St. Peter’s Basilica.

Discover Imperial Rome

After a free morning, you’ll enjoy an afternoon tour of Imperial Rome on foot. Beginning at Piazza Venezia, you’ll then head to the famous Piazza Del Campidoglio, designed by Michelangelo, where you’ll have a fantastic view of the Roman Forum. You will then head to the Circus Maximus, one of the largest sporting arenas ever built but of course, you’ll save the best til last, The Colosseum.

Tour of Classic Rome

Today, you’ll explore some of Rome’s most iconic sights on this tour of classic Rome with your local guide. You’ll begin your stroll through the historical centre, where you can admire the Trevi Fountain, La Colonna di Marco Aurelio, the Palazzo di Montecitorio and Palazzo Madama – the seat of the Senate and Piazza Navona. You’ll also visit the Pantheon, an icon of Italy, Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps and finally, Piazza Venezia.

Arrival in Italy

Start your relaxation on this private exclusive transfer from Pisa International Airport to your hotel in Florence. After settling in, you’ll discover the amazing works of art in the Uffizi Gallery which occupies a large 16th-century building and is famous worldwide for its outstanding collection of ancient sculptures and paintings that date from the Middle Ages to the Modern period.

Explore Florence on Foot

Today, you’ll visit the main sights of Florence on your quest for Michelangelo. You’ll begin by visiting one of the most visited spots in the city, Piazza del Duomo. You’ll then head to Giotto’s Bell Tower, the most eloquent example of 14th-century Gothic architecture in Florence, before heading to the cathedral. You’ll finish the Gallerie dell’Accademia Florence, which is home to one of the most stunning and most famous collections of Michaelangelo’s work include the Statue of David.

Travel to Pisa

Your private driver will pick you up from your hotel in Florence for your private transfer to Pisa. Once you arrive and check in to your hotel, you’ll be able to enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. You may want to visit some of the stunning monuments that sit within this city or take a trip to the nearby canyon where you can enjoy rappelling, plunging into deep pools, and swimming along the canyon.

Explore Pisa & the Leaning Tower

Discover Pisa’s most iconic sights such as Piazza dei Miracoli, the Baptistery and the famous Leaning Tower. Beginning with the Piazza dei Miracoli, you’ll learn why this beautiful square was so aptly named the ‘Meadow of Miracles’ and explore the buildings surrounding the square. After this comes the highlight of your day as this tour gives you the opportunity not just to admire the glorious Leaning Tower from the outside but also allows you to go inside and climb the steps to the bell tower.

Travel to Lucca

You’ll enjoy a luxury private transfer from your hotel in Pisa to your hotel in Lucca. After checking in, you’ll spend the afternoon at your leisure. The city’s surrounding 16th- and 17th-century walls are perfect for exploring the town and admiring the beautiful views over the roofs, alley’s, house-towers, churches and marvellous noble palazzos.

Explore Siena, San Gimignano & Chianti

Venture out on a full-day tour of these wonderful locations which will be a feast for your eyes courtesy of the breath-taking view of Tuscany, as well as for your taste buds, courtesy of the famous Chianti wine. You’ll begin the day in Siena, learning about this wonderfully vibrant medieval city. Moving on to San Gimignano, a medieval hill town encircled by 13th-century walls, you’ll find the day in Chianti, tasting the wines of the region.

Onwards to Sorrento

After having taken in the thousands of years worth of history that Rome has to offer, you will head to sunny Sorrento by train, ready for your next adventure. Upon arrival in Sorrento, you’ll have the afternoon free to yourself to relax in 5-star luxury or go exploring. You may want to visit Piazza Tasso, a large piazza which is one of the busiest and most popular areas in Sorrento; or Via San Renato, the colourful weekly street market.

Pompeii Archaeological Site

Discover the remnants of Pompeii on this guided tour which will take you back in time to the 1st century. Lost for almost 1,500 years beneath a blanket of ash, the historic settlement of Pompeii Pompeii was brilliantly preserved. Everything in the town from its buildings and materials to its residents was kept in great condition by the ash covering. On this tour, you’ll learn all about the town’s history, including details of the famous volcanic eruption that destroyed the city.

The Beautiful Amalfi Coast

Today, you’ll head out to enjoy the amazing colours and landscapes of the Amalfi Coast, visiting the beautiful coastal towns of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello. After visiting Positano, you’ll head to one of the most historic towns on this coastline, Amalfi, the seat of a powerful maritime republic from the 9th to 11th centuries. You can visit its beautiful buildings which are a tribute to its history before moving on to Ravello to explore its ancient stone streets and stunning clifftop gardens.

Sorrento Farm & Food Tour

On this tour, you will explore a typical local farm, taste organic products made with love and care and enjoy a tasty traditional local lunch. Owned and operated by the same family for four generations, the farm produces high-quality products recognised by remarkable European brands. You’ll walk among the olive and lemon groves and then take part in a hands-on demonstrations of organic farming techniques.

Leisure Day in Sorrento or Explore Herculaneum

Today, you have a day to enjoy the day at your leisure to discover local attractions or soak in the glorious Sorrentine sun. Another option is to go on a tour of Herculaneum, a famed archaeological site which was once a thriving port town but was buried under many layers of ash following an eruption by Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Lying undiscovered for many years, the city was miraculously well-preserved.

Explore the Amalfi Coast

You’ll have the option to enjoy a leisure day and some free time to enjoy local attractions, go shopping or soak in the Sorrentine sun, or venture out on a day tour of the nearby Capri islands. Starting at Capri, the famed island in the Gulf of Naples known for its high-end shopping and staggering natural beauty, you’ll then move on to Anacapri. You’ll finish the day with an optional visit to the famed Blue Grotto, a cave where the water glows a luminous blue.

Goodbye Italy Private transfer and return flights

Arrivederci, Italia! Your private driver will take you to the airport for your return flight home.