Picturesque Solo Italy by Rail Tour
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Picturesque Solo Italy by Rail Tour" and experience the best of Italy's iconic cities. Begin your journey in Rome, where ancient ruins and vibrant city life await, including a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus tour. Travel by high-speed train to Florence, the heart of the Renaissance, and explore its historic piazzas and world-renowned galleries. Continue to Venice, where you can enjoy a serene gondola ride and discover the stunning Piazza San Marco. With daily breakfast, comfortable single accommodations, and seamless transportation, this tour offers a perfect blend of leisure and guided exploration for solo travelers. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Rome (-/-/-)
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: hotel
On arrival at Rome Fiumicino International Airport, where may be met by one of our representatives (will be confirmed based on your flight schedule & seasonality) and transferred to the hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. A 24-hour ticket for a double-decker tourist bus (with a multilingual audio guide) will be included, which can also be used for getting around the city. This is ideal for those who want to sightsee on their own to see the most famous symbols of Rome, such as the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, and Spain Square. In case of an early arrival in Rome, we recommend heading on a guided tour of the Vatican Museum and St Peter's Basilica, to admire Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and other masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance more closely. You may also participate in a series of other optional activities, such as a Segway or Vespa tour, or a cooking lesson to learn how to make pizza and ice cream.
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Day 2: Rome (B/-/-)
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Spend today at leisure discovering the Eternal City. We suggest joining our tour of Imperial Rome, to closely admire the monuments of the Roman Forum, enter the Colosseum, and listen to our guides presentation of the evocative history of ancient Rome and the gladiators fights that took place there.
Overnight in Rome
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Day 3: Rome - Florence (B/-/-)
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning make your own way to Rome Termini Station to board the high-speed train to Florence; the journey takes about 1h 30 minutes. On arrival make your own way to the hotel to check in and enjoy your afternoon at leisure in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Among the places worth visiting are the Piazza Della Signoria, the medieval heart of the city, Piazza Santa Croce with its past noble families buildings, and the home of Dante, the Supreme Poet author of the Divine Comedy. Alternatively, those who are fond of food perhaps book a cooking class where you can learn how to make some typical Italian cuisine.
Overnight in Florence
Day 4: Florence (B/-/-)
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy your day at leisure in Florence. There are many wonderful things to do, you may want to pre book a guided walking tour that visits the Piazza Della Repubblica, Piazza Della Signoria and the Ponte Vecchio with the goldsmiths' shops) or a guided tour of one of the main museums, the Uffizi Galleries, home to many masterpieces by some of the greats of the Italian Renaissance (Leonardo, Caravaggio, Raffaello, Tiziano, Botticelli and many others), or the Accademia Gallery which houses the original of Michelangelo's famous statue of the David.
Overnight in Florence
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Day 5: Florence - Venice (B/-/-)
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast make your own way to the railway station to board the high-speed train to Venice S. Lucia. The journey will take about 2h 15'. Upon arrival, make your own way to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure is this exciting city. This afternoon enjoy a 30-minute gondola ride with commentary via the app on your mobile phone. The gondola, the iconic Venetian wooden boat, can accommodate up to 6 people and will be shared with other passengers. Before dinner in Venice, it is traditional to have an aperitif based on “cichéti” (small snacks) in one of the many “bacari” (taverns) scattered along the “calli” (that is what the Venetian streets are called). We recommend this must-try experience! Alternatively, you may want to prebook a guided tour on ghosts and legends, an evocative itinerary in a mysterious and secret Venice.
Overnight in Venice
Day 6: Venice (B/-/-)
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day at leisure is the city of canals. We recommend prebooking a guided walking tour to see the most famous places in the city (including the Piazza San Marco with the Basilica and the Clock Tower, the Rialto Bridge, Campo Santa Maria Formosa) and other less known sites; or book a skip-the-line guided tour of the Doge's Palace, with the Doge's luxurious apartments and the famous Bridge of Sighs. Alternatively, you may want to take an optional boat excursion to the islands of the Venice lagoon: Murano, known all over the world for its famous glass craftmanship; Burano, famous not only for its lace but also for the picturesque fishermen's houses all painted in bright colours; and Torcello, the first settlement in the lagoon.
Overnight in Venice
Day 7: Venice - Usa / Canada (B/-/-)
Location: Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today make your own way to Venice International Airport to check in for your onward flight.
What's Included
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6 nights accommodation on a Single basis at listed hotels or similar
Enjoy comfortable accommodation for 6 nights in single rooms at the listed hotels or similar.
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Daily breakfast
Start each day with a delicious breakfast included in your stay.
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Arrival airport transfer
Convenient airport transfer upon arrival to your hotel.
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Transportation as per itinerary
All transportation as outlined in the itinerary is included.
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Sightseeing as per the itinerary
Enjoy guided sightseeing tours as specified in the itinerary.
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Entrance fees as per the itinerary
All entrance fees to attractions mentioned in the itinerary are covered.
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24h Hop On-Hop Off ticket in Rome, including a multilingual audio guide
Explore Rome with a 24-hour Hop On-Hop Off ticket, complete with a multilingual audio guide.
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2nd Class train tickets from Rome to Florence (high-speed train with seat reservation)
Travel from Rome to Florence in comfort with 2nd class high-speed train tickets, including seat reservations.
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2nd Class train tickets from Florence to Venice (high-speed train with seat reservation)
Travel from Florence to Venice with 2nd class high-speed train tickets, including seat reservations.
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Tasting of local products in Florence
Enjoy a tasting session of local products in Florence.
What's Not Included
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Items of personal nature, tips, and gratuities
Personal expenses, tips, and gratuities are not included.
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Visa fees, if applicable
Visa fees, if required, are not included.
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Local city taxes to be paid directly at the hotels
Local city taxes must be paid directly at the hotels.
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Items not mentioned as included
Any items or services not specifically mentioned as included are excluded.
Mode of Transport
Travel between cities on high-speed trains with reserved seats, including 2nd Class tickets from Rome to Florence and Florence to Venice, along with an arrival airport transfer.
Accommodation
Enjoy 6 nights of single accommodation at listed hotels or similar, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout your stay in Rome, Florence, and Venice.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes 6 nights of accommodation on a single basis at listed hotels or similar.
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Is breakfast included in the tour package?
Yes, daily breakfast is included in the tour package.
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Are airport transfers included in the tour?
Yes, arrival airport transfer is included in the tour.
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What type of transportation is used between cities?
The tour includes 2nd class train tickets for high-speed trains with seat reservations from Rome to Florence and from Florence to Venice.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included?
Yes, entrance fees as per the itinerary are included in the tour.
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Is there a guided tour option in Rome?
Yes, there is an option to join a guided tour of Imperial Rome to closely admire the monuments of the Roman Forum and enter the Colosseum.
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What activities are available in Florence?
In Florence, you can enjoy a guided walking tour, visit the Uffizi Galleries or the Accademia Gallery, or participate in a cooking class to learn how to make typical Italian cuisine.
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What is included in the Venice itinerary?
In Venice, the tour includes a 30-minute gondola ride with commentary via an app on your mobile phone. You can also prebook a guided walking tour or a skip-the-line guided tour of the Doge's Palace.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are several optional activities available, such as a guided tour of the Vatican Museum and St Peter's Basilica in Rome, a cooking class in Florence, and a boat excursion to the islands of the Venice lagoon.
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What is not included in the tour package?
Items of personal nature, tips, gratuities, visa fees (if applicable), local city taxes to be paid directly at the hotels, and items not mentioned as included are not part of the tour package.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
Yes, but only in case it was previously agreed by both sides and arranged by us.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Our e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
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If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, not as standard. Solo travellers can book and occupy their own room for a supplement.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We have been organizing unforgettable trips since 2001.
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Can I arrange flights via Indus Travels, too?
In some cases, yes. Indus Travels can provide flights from/to selected departure points in the USA. If you would like a quote inclusive of flights, please let us know and we'll be happy to check the details for you!
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Changes to an existing reservation up to the Final Payment Date, whatever the cause, will incur a $100 per person amendment fee, potential loss of any supplier fees (such as non-refundable event tickets, park permits, and sea cruise reservations) plus any costs for replacement services. On/ after the Final Payment Date, the $100 change fee is no longer valid, instead cancellations terms apply.
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Picturesque Solo Italy by Rail Tour
7 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in Venice, Italy
Visiting: Rome, Florence, Venice
Tour operator:
Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Partially Guided
Group size:
1 - 2