(Itinerary is subject to change with or without notice. The sequence of day trips may vary. The final itinerary will be given upon arrival. Included meals are indicated below each day's description.)

Friday | Day 1 | Exclusive Night At The Vatican!

Arrival in Rome, check into the hotel and get some rest in what the Romans called ‘Caput Mundi’. Group meets in the lobby and Journey Director introduces themselves. Transfer to the rooftop terrace for “Apericena” (drinks and light dinner). From there we partake in an exclusive & reserved entrance to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel and guided tour with our Rome City Guide. We end our night with a transfer back to our hotel for a relaxing evening.

Meals included: light dinner

Saturday | Day 2 | The Spanish Steps & Pantheon

The day starts with an early morning visit to St. Peter’s Basilica accompanied by our Rome City Guide. Then we continue with a wonderful walking tour of Rome and its main piazzas: Pantheon, Spanish Steps and much more! We’ll enjoy a fabulous group lunch and the afternoon will be at leisure to explore on your own. In the evening we’ll meet in the lobby and walk to traditional Roman Pizzeria for dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Sunday | Day 3 | The Colosseum & Ancient Rome

After breakfast, you’ll discover the splendors of the classic Roman Empire! Travel back in time, gazing at gorgeous sites during our walk with our expert local guide. We will then walk along the ancient pavement, which crosses the evocative ruins of the Roman Forum, the Curia, the Reggia. You will then be able to admire the Temple of Vesta, the Arch of Titus and the Arch of Constantine. The tour will continue with the visit of the massive structure of the Colosseum (museum tickets included with preferred access, no waiting in line). Enjoy a leisurely afternoon and dinner on your own. Savor each moment of living "la dolce vita"!

Meals included: breakfast, lunch

Monday | Day 4 | Orvieto and Florence

Check-out from the hotel and head up to Florence in a comfy Mercedes executive van. Along the way, we will stop in Orvieto, a beautiful hilltop town in Umbria, founded by the Etruscan civilization over two thousand years ago. You'll have free time to enjoy lunch on your own and to explore the village. Arrival in Florence in the mid-afternoon. Check-in, relax, refresh, then enjoy a group dinner with delicious Tuscan specialties.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Tuesday | Day 5 | The Uffizi Gallery & the Renaissance

This morning we’ll enjoy a walking tour with our local City Guide and an unforgettable visit to the amazing Uffizi Gallery, the world's largest collection of Renaissance artworks by the famous masters (Ticket Reservation & Priority Entrance Included). Lunch featuring tastes of local specialties. Afternoon, evening and dinner on your own in the gorgeous city of Florence. Enjoy a little time for R&R, shopping, exploring, and discovering the amazing sites this city has to offer.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch

Wednesday | Day 6 | Medieval Siena & San Gimignano

San Gimignano, our first stop, is an absolutely astonishing example of walled Medieval hilltop town, also known for its dry white wine, Vernaccia and irresistible hand-made crafts: hand-painted pottery, alabaster, olive wood items, leather goods, and so much more. Enjoy free time to explore and have lunch. Then we're off to stunning Siena, where we'll meet up with our local guide who will reveal an insider's perspective of the "Palio", the world's oldest and adrenaline-filled horse race, and introduce us to Senese life with a visit of its amazing Cathedral (tickets included). Enjoy people-watching and an "aperitivo" in one of Italy's most picturesque piazzas, the Piazza del Campo, before we go on to our last group dinner.

Meals included: breakfast, dinner

Thursday | Day 7 | Cooking in a Castle & the David

Are you ready to have some fun and a hands-on experience with the delicious Tuscan cuisine? Learn to make classic recipes and fresh pasta during a fun demo cooking class in a 13th-century castle nestled in the romantic hills of the wine country. A memorable experience within the walls of history in the Castle's beautiful kitchen. Take a private wine tour exploring the castle's ancient underground cellars and learn about Tuscany's high-quality extra virgin olive oil, which the estate also produces. In the afternoon, enjoy a tour of the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David up close and personal (private guide + museum tickets included with preferred access). Dinner is on your own tonight in Florence.

Meals included: breakfast, lunch

Friday | Day 8 | Arrivederci! Until we meet and eat again!

Check-out from your hotel and.. arrivederci! Thank you for choosing Nada's Italy for your Italian adventure. We hope you enjoyed your stay with us and wish to have you back soon to explore other beautiful parts of this amazing country! Ciao!
Meals included: breakfast

What's included in the Blissfully Italian Tour:

• 3 Nights in Rome + 4 Nights in Florence. A trip totaling 8 Days/7 Nights (depart the US on Thursday and return on Friday).
• This tour begins in Rome, ends in Florence.
• Small group travel: maximum of 12 travelers per group!
• Fully escorted day trips with professional private drivers and full-time service of English-speaking Italian Nada's Italy Tour Director.
  
• Meals included: all breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners (included meals are shown at bottom of the description for each day.)
  
• Beverages included: bottled water, soft drinks (in limited amounts), coffee, and 2 glasses of wine per person (choice of red or white) with included lunches and dinners.
• Private Walking Tours by licensed English-speaking City Guides: Vatican Museums (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket), Colosseum & Roman Ruins (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket), Historical Highlights of Florence, Walking tour of Siena, Private tour of the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David in Florence (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket), Private tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket).
• Destinations included: Rome, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Tuscan countryside, Orvieto.
  
• Unique Experiences: culinary tour of Trastevere, tour a 13th-century winery in Tuscany, followed by cooking class and lunch in the castle,  fine dining experience in Tuscan village, delicious authentic meals in local family-owned restaurants, and much more!
• Private Transportation for day trips and transfers in comfortable air-conditioned Mercedes Executive vans (does not include: transfer from and to the airport, airfare, or any other personal travel expenses).
• A+ Rated Customer Service With Nada's Italy you can rest assured that your travel experience will be completely stress-free. Your personal Journey Coordinator will assist you with any additional services you may need, provide expert packing and travel advice, and answer any questions you may have before your trip.
  
• Return Traveler Program: receive up to $800 credit per person towards any future trips you take with Nada's Italy!
• No bag limit (many tour companies have a 1-bag limit per person).
• Taxes & Fees: Local VAT taxes and government fees, City Tax, gas, highway tolls, city access licenses and permits, parking fees.
• Staff & restaurant tips (additional gratuities can be given at the sole discretion of each individual traveler).

What's Not Included in Tour Package

Trip price does not include airfare and anything that is not specified to be included. Price does not include any personal related expenses or travel-related expenses outside of the scheduled itineraries. The food & wine that is included is what is presented during meals.

Before you sign up, please note the following:

>     The first day of this tour is Friday (you will need to book your flight from the USA on Thursday to get to Rome on Friday). The last day of this tour is Friday (arrival in the U.S. is the same day of departure on your way back). Some tours start and end in different cities, make sure to book your flights accordingly.

>     Airfare is not included. Nada's Italy can assist with Business and First Class airfare. Please let us know if you need information about arrival and departure airport for this tour.

>     Reminders, hotel information, and arrival instructions will be sent only by email, please make sure we have your current email address.

>     Transfers to and from the airport are not included in the tour rate. Please contact us if you'd like to add transfers to your tour package.

>     You must be in good physical condition to sign-up for this trip! There will be a lot of walking uphill, downhill, walking over uneven pavement, and standing for extended periods of time. An average walking tour is about 2-3 hours without sitting.

>     Even though tips to staff and restaurants are included, it is suggested that you put aside approximately $100 (US) in combined gratuities for your driver & Tour Director for your trip (and any voluntary additional restaurant gratuities are at your discretion).

>     Nada's Italy strongly recommends that you purchase Travel Insurance for your trip. For suggestions on policies and a quote, please contact us.

>     You should know that air conditioning in Italy, as well as WIFI connection, are not always as reliable as they are in the United States.

>     The hotel staff assigns rooms to guests, some rooms may include stairs. A view is not guaranteed. As Nada's Italy works mainly with luxury historic inns and small upscale boutique hotels, rooms differ in size and layout. In general, Italian bedrooms and bathrooms are smaller compared to US standards. Each room has its own en-suite bathroom with shower and/or tub, hair-dryer, and basic toiletry set. Please contact us if you have specific requests/needs.

>     It is your responsibility to obtain the required documents to travel to Italy, please verify with your own country's travel laws and government agencies. Your passport should be valid for at least 6 months after your return date.

>     In the unlikely event your tour does not reach the minimum participation requirement of 6 travelers, we will work with you to choose another available tour or tour date. We will do our best to make the transition as smooth as possible.

>     Add extra nights and extend your stay in this amazing country. Contact us for a quote (subject to availability).

>     Please note: while we do our best to adhere to our published itineraries, they may be changed at the discretion of the  Tour Leader due to weather conditions and any other unforeseeable circumstances.

>     Unless stated otherwise, all rates are per person, based on double occupancy, land only, in USD, and subject to availability. Rates may vary by departure date and are subject to change without notice.  Nada’s Italy reserves the right to correct any errors, inaccuracies or omissions and to change or update rates, fees and surcharges at any time without prior notice.