Explore the classic sites of Italy on your 12-day adventure through the country’s greatest treasures. Beginning in Rome’s Eternal City, head up through the heart of Tuscany, and cap it off in the picturesque lagoon city of Venice; you will enjoy a fully immersive experience of Classic Italy.
- Private guided tours with skip-the-line access
- Tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Visit a local winery in Tuscany for tasting and lunch
- Tour of the Colosseum and Ancient Forum
- Visit the hilltop village of San Gimignano
- Walking tour of Florence and visiting the David Statue
- Gondola ride through the canals of Venice
DAY 1: OVERNIGHT FLIGHT TO ROME. Meals in flight.
DAY 2: BENVENUTI A ITALIA, WELCOME TO ITALY!
After our overnight flight, travel into Rome’s city center and settle into the beautiful, centrally located Hotel Mellini for four nights. This evening, enjoy a private walking tour of Rome’s historic center with a local guide followed by a delicious 3-course welcome dinner at a local ristorante. D
DAY 3: ANCIENT ROME
Discover the majesty and mystery of ancient Rome on your full day walking tour including a guided tour of the Colosseum (pending availability), Palatine Hill, and Ancient Forum—the centerpiece of ancient Roman life. This afternoon enjoy free time to explore the heart of the Old City. B, D
DAY 4: THE VATICAN AND ROME’S GREAT BASILICAS
Today, experience the power of Vatican City with a private guide as we tour the immense collection inside the Vatican Museums. Housing some of the most renowned sculptures, paintings and works of art in the world, you’ll see beautiful works of historic art such as the the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. B, D
DAY 5: BORGHESE GALLERY AND FREE TIME
Visit Castel San Angelo, originally a mausoleum to the Emperor Hadrian, followed by a stroll through Borghese Gallery, a beautiful Renaissance era villa which houses the world’s largest collection of Bernini sculptures. B, D
DAY 6: SIENA AND MONTEPULCIANO
Transfer to Siena with a stop en route to the picturesque hilltop village of Montepulciano. Take a guided tour of Siena’s historic center, the very heart of Tuscany, before settling into our home for three nights, the Hotel Garden. B, D
DAY 7: SAN GIMIGNANO
Relish in the beauty of Tuscany with a full day excursion through the Italian countryside, including a visit to one of Tuscany’s most stunning hilltop towns, San Gimignano, a lunch and tasting at a local winery, and tour of a farmhouse to taste authentic olive oil, bruschetta, and mixed meats. B, L
DAY 8: FLORENCE
Begin your full day adventure with a private walking tour of Florence, the epicenter of the Italian Renaissance that changed the world. Learn about the influential Medici family and the important role they played in shaping the modern world. Enjoy a tour of the Accademia Gallery which houses the famous David Statue, plus a visit to the grandiose Florence Cathedral. B, D
DAY 9: VERONA
Drive from Siena to Venice with a stop in Verona for a guided tour of the city, best known for its inspiration of Romeo and Juliet. Upon arrival in Venice, enjoy a boat ride into the canal city before settling into the luxurious Hotel Cavalletto for 3 nights. B, D
DAY 10: VENICE
Enjoy a guided tour of Venice, the famous lagoon city that has captivated millions across the world, visiting the greatest highlights of the Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica, ending with a private gondola ride. B, D
DAY 11: DAY OF LEISURE, OPTIONAL TRIP TO MURANO
Today is your day to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of Venice on your own. Or, if you are still up for more sightseeing take an optional excursion to the islands of Murano, known primarily for their world-class glass making. B, D
*Optional Excursion to Murano - $50 per person.
DAY 12: ARRIVEDERCI ITALY!
Today, we must say goodbye to Italy after a delicious final breakfast. Take a private taxi boat transfer from your hotel into Venice airport leaving Italy in style with fond memories and a wider perspective. B, Meals in flight.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Nights 2-5: Hotel Dei Mellini, Rome (4-star)
Nights 6-8: Hotel Executive, Siena (4-star)
Nights 9-11: Hotel Giorgione, Venice (4-star)
Dates:
- Departure Date: October 4, 2025
- Return Date: October 15, 2025
Pricing:
- Double: $5,999
- Single: $7,499
*Per person rates
*Included airfare from STL/MCI/SGF (call for other gateway cities)
*Passport Required
Walking Distance
To fully enjoy this vacation, you should be in good physical health and understand there are times when a good deal of walking is involved in our tours. Those who have difficulty walking may not want to take this trip or should discuss their personal situation with their doctor before deciding. You should be able to walk at a steady pace for a mile at a time for a daily total of three to four miles per day and be able to manage steps to board/de-board the motorcoach several times a day. In addition, many US and European airports require lengthy walks to get from ticketing counters to your departure gate. Due to the lack of proper facilities at some of the farms, ranches, and off-the-beaten-path sites we often visit, we are unable to accommodate walkers and wheelchairs.
We are finding that larger European cities are closing their historic districts to motor traffic. This, of course, adds to the amount of walking involved when visiting a city (sometimes on uneven and/or cobblestone walkways). In addition, you should know that you may be required to exit the motorcoach at each stop because local law often does not allow travelers to remain on the motorcoach while it is parked for a scheduled stop.
Average Temps
High of 68°, low of 50°
Currency
Euro
Time Zone
GMT+1 (6 hours ahead of New York)
Hotel Amenities
Hair dryers, TV/cable, coffee/tea makers, and WI-FI available at hotels.
Identification
Valid passport required to travel.
Other General Information
We will send 3 key communications for your tour; “Get Ready” is your email confirmation and initial tour information sent upon registration, “Get Set” email will be sent about two months before departure, “Go” trip documentation mailing is sent via USPS 3-4 weeks before departure and will include your daily itinerary, luggage tags and final departure information.
Travel Protection is optional and highly recommended and can be purchased until the day before departure. We offer Travel Guard from AIG, which costs 8.5% of your tour, information about which will be sent with your Get Ready email.
Unless otherwise noted, your Sunrise Tour includes: Professional Sunrise Tour Director, meals as indicated, local step on guides including gratuity (international tour guide gratuity inclusion vary by tour), deluxe motorcoach transportation w/rest room, admission to activities and events as indicated, airfare from designated airports, transportation to/from designated airports from our convenient local pickup points*, luggage handling at hotels when available
We believe tipping is a personal and discretionary interaction between our guests and our staff. A typical gratuity for your Sunrise Tour Director and motorcoach driver may be $5-$7per person, per day on tour. Sunrise Shuttle drivers appreciate gratuities (suggest $5 per person) for excellent service as well. Our staff will not solicit gratuities or pass out envelopes.
We are happy to offer refreshments on most motorcoach travel days on tour. We recommend you bring a refillable water bottle to maintain healthy hydration.
If less than 4 people request a pickup point, we may ask that you choose another pickup point from which to join your Sunrise Tour.
If you would like to join a tour from a city not listed as a departure point, we would love to have you along! Please discuss arrangements with our friendly reservation team. From a departure city not listed, typical airfare will be +$100 higher than our published fare for domestic tours, and +$200 for international tours.
If you have a TSA precheck or Airline Rewards numbers, you MUST give those numbers to our reservations team at least 60 days before departure, otherwise they may not be applied.
Preferred seating may not be available on group air. In some cases, seats are not assigned until the airport. Your tour fare includes an economy seat on the flight; it does not include seat selection. Seat upgrades may be available at an additional cost.
To help make our tours the most comfortable in the business, we limit Sunrise Tours motorcoaches to 80% capacity, or 44 passengers on a coach built for 55. We reserve the right to amend this practice.
Your Tour Director will rotate seats on the motorcoach each day of your tour. A single fare does not guarantee two seats on coach; you may be seated next to another friendly Sunrise Tours guest.
Terms and Conditions
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