Spend time in Venice, Montecatini-Terme, Ischia Island & Rome. Enjoy the wines of the Tuscany Region, visit Villa d’Este, a 16th-century villa in Tivoli – a UNESCO World Heritage Site, explore Pompeii with options to join excursions to the Amalfi Coast, Capri and more.
Inclusions
- 20-night hotel accommodation with daily buffet breakfast
3 nights Venice-Mestre at Campanile Hotel Mestre or similar
7 nights Montecatini-Terme at 4-star Hotel Francia and Quirinal or similar
7 nights Ischia Island at 4-star Hermitage Hotel or similar
3 night Rome at 4-star Guardian Hotel or The Republic or similar - Transfer from Venice to Montecatini with a stop in Valpolicella
- Wine tasting activity in Valpolicella area
- Transfer from Montecatini region to Ischia with a stop in Tivoli
- Guided tour of Villa d ’Este
- Return ferry to Ischia Island
- Transfer from Naples to Rome with a stop in Pompei
- Transfer from Rome hotel to Rome airport (FCO)
- Entrance to Pompei excavation site and complete guided tour
- Porterage of one luggage per person
| October 3, 2024 | from $4779 tax included |
| Single Supplement | on request |
| Optional 6-Excursion Package | Add $699 per person |
-Lunches, dinners, beverages (water, coffee at night, tea, soda, etc)
-Gratuities to drivers, guides, tour leaders and local representatives
-Optional excursions (but can be added for $699 per person – see tab for details)
-Travel insurance
-The Italy touristic tax, payable at the hotel’s front desk (approx. 4 to 6€ per person, per night – approx. 80€ for the stay)
-All other items not mentioned in the present itinerary or vouchers.*Note –The hotel category is rated according to European standards.
Oct 3: Venice-Mestre (B)
Arrival at Venice Marco Polo Airport. On your way to the exit, look for the Exotik Journeys sign and follow the indications to the bus to transfer to the hotel in Mestre.
The hotel is next to public transportation, which takes you to Venice in 12 minutes.
Hotel: Campanile Hotel Mestre or similar for 3 nights
Oct 4-5: Venice-Mestre (B)
Day at leisure.
An optional excursion is available to see the islands of Murano and Burano (+$)
Oct 6: Mestre – Valpolicella – Montecatini Terme (B)
After breakfast, group transfer from Venice-Mestre to Valpolicella area for a wine tasting activity. Learn about some of the region’s local wines. The day ends in Montecatini Terme. Upon arrival you will receive your keys. Rest of the day at leisure.
Hotel: Hotel Francia and Quirinale or similar for 7 nights
Oct 7-12: Montecatini Terme (B)
Stay at leisure.
Enjoy the Tuscany region – Optional excursions available on request (+$)
Oct 13: Montecatini – Tivoli – Ischia Island (B)
After breakfast, early group departure from your hotel to the beautiful island of Ischia. On the way, we will make a stop for lunch (at leisure) and for a half-day guided tour of Villa d’Este, a 16th-century villa in Tivoli, near Rome, famous for its terraced hillside Italian Renaissance Garden and especially for its profusion of fountains. It is now an Italian state museum and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon arrival you will receive your keys. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Hotel: Hermitage Hotel or similar for 7 nights (centrally located)
Oct 14-19: Ischia Island (B)
Days at leisure. Enjoy the island and the sun! Optional excursions to Amalfi region & Capri ($).
Ischia is a beauty … A CNN article mentions Ischia as “The Paradise Island that offers a taste of the real Italy! “. This volcanic island with its natural hot springs, sandy beaches and a slower pace of life will surely seduce you. It is calmer than the busy Amalfi coast. Perfect place to enjoy thermal sources spas, nice restaurants, small boutiques, and stunning views.
Oct 20: Ischia – Pompeii – Rome (B)
After breakfast, group departure from your hotel to Rome with a stop in Pompeii. Upon arrival in Pompeii, meet your tour guide and enjoy a 2-hour tour of the excavation. Fascinating!
Hotel: Guardian Hotel or the Republic Hotel or similar (located near Termini Station) for 3 nights
Oct 21-22: Rome (B)
Stay at leisure.
Optional excursions available (+$)
Oct 23: Rome – Canda (B)
Group transfer to airport
ADD A 6-EXCURSION PACKAGE TO YOUR STAY AT $699 PER PERSON
NOTE: The excursions may be shared with other travellers if we don’t exceed the minimum number (20) to fully fill the tour. In that case, we may make stops to pick up other passengers.
HALF DAY EXCURSION MURANO AND BURANO (4HRS)
Price includes: English-speaking local escort, return train tickets between Mestre and Venice, boat tour Murano & Burano (4 hrs)
HALF DAY WALKING TOUR OF VENICE CITY
Price includes: English-speaking local tour guide, 2.5 hours walking tour of Venice Island
FULL DAY EXCURSION TO SIENA, SAN GIMIGNANO, AND CHIANTI WITH WINE TASTING (FROM MONTECATINI)
Price includes: Private bus at disposal for the full day, bus parking and city permits, English-speaking local escort for the full day, half day guided tour of Siena, wine tasting in a local cantina in San Gimignano
FULL DAY AMALFI COAST (FROM ISCHIA)
Departing from Ischia by boat to Positano and Amalfi (regular tour)
Price includes: Return transfers between the hotel and the Ischia pier, English-speaking local escort for the full day, boat tickets: Ischia – Positano – Amalfi – Ischia
FULL DAY CAPRI (FROM ISCHIA)
Price includes: Return transfers between the hotel and the Ischia pier, English-speaking local escort for the full day, boat ticket : Ischia – Capri – Ischia, minibus to tour Capri Island
PLEASE NOTE: VISIT OF BLUE GROTTO IS NOT INCLUDED
This tour is not recommended for wheelchair users or those with walking difficulties.
HALF DAY VATICAN MUSEUM AND THE SISTINE CHAPEL
Price includes: Transfer by private bus from the hotel to Vatican City (one way), English-speaking guide, Vatican Museums entrance ticket (including pre-booking), headphones
