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Italy Essentials: Choose Your Journey

About this experience

* Three journey lengths: Choose 5, 8 or 11 days.
* Visit iconic cities in one itinerary and enjoy free time in key destinations. Travel by deluxe coach with a professional Tour Leader.

At a glance

  • Duration: 264 hr

Choose your tour option

Select a date and travellers to compare current prices and departure times.

5-Day Option
5-days Option 7.45: Includes Days 1–5, covering Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Tuscany and Montepulciano.
5-Day Option.
5-Day Option 7.15: Includes Days 1–5, covering Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice, Tuscany and Montepulciano.
11-days Option.
11-Day Option HS : Includes Days 1–11, adding the 8-day itinerary plus the Southern Italy extension to Sorrento and Pompeii.
8-Day Option - English
8-Day Option : Includes Days 1–8, adding the extended itinerary and more time in Rome.
11-days Option
11-Day Option LS: Includes Days 1–11, adding the 8-day itinerary plus the Southern Italy extension to Sorrento and Pompeii.

Plan your experience

Time on the tour264 hr
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 264 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • ID Required: Bring valid ID/passport for tour entry

What is included

  • Deluxe coach transportation between destinations
  • Accommodation in carefully selected 3 or 4-star hotels
  • Opt 11-Day: Everything in the 8-day opt, plus Sorrento with 2 dinners, and a guided tour of Pompeii
  • Daily breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Opt 5-Day: Guided tours of Florence and Venice, visits to Assisi, Siena, Bologna and Montepulciano
  • Breakfast
  • Opt 8-Day: Everything in the 5-day option, plus additional time to explore Rome

Not included

  • City taxes, payable directly at the hotels
  • Optional excursions and activities
  • Activities or entrances not specifically listed as included
  • Lunches and dinners unless specifically stated
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary and highlights

See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.

Meeting and pickup information

  • No hotel pickup is provided. Travelers must get to the designated meeting point in Rome on their own. The departure time varies by season. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure and check your booking confirmation for the exact time.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Gray Line I Love Rome by Carrani Tours

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • One piece of luggage per person is allowed
  • Prices are per person. One child aged 1–6 stays free sharing bed with parents in Double room (ask our booking team)
  • Provide all travelers’ full names when booking. Vouchers without full names may be refused entry.
  • ID Required: Bring valid ID/passport for tour entry
  • Dress code: Casual for tours, jacket for men at dinner in Sorrento if you choose the 11-day option
  • 11-day option Itinerary: The order of visits may vary by season and operational requirements. Pompeii may be visited on a different day, while maintaining included experiences . For the final itinerary, please ask during your booking confirmation or/and your Tour Leader throughout the trip
  • Departure Time on Day 2: from November 2, 2026, to March 15, 2027, at 7:45 AM
  • Departure Time on Day 2: from March 22 to October 25, 2027, at 7:15 AM sharp.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 264 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Adult tickets: age 0+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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