Country Roads of Italy - Classic Group

Country Roads of Italy - Classic Group

Rome

The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy

Days 1-2
Idyllic Capri and its harbour landscape, Italy
Capri

Idyllic Capri and its harbour landscape, Italy

Day 4
The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
Sorrento

The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy

Day 4
View of Vesuvius from the forum in Pompeii, Italy
Pompeii

View of Vesuvius from the forum in Pompeii, Italy

Day 5
Perugia - Via dell'Acquedotto (Aqueduct street)
Perugia

Perugia - Via dell'Acquedotto (Aqueduct street)

Days 7-8
The rooftops of Assisi, Italy
Assisi

The rooftops of Assisi, Italy

Day 7
Perugia historical center skyline with ancient city walls from Porta Sole panoramic terrace
Province of Perugia

Perugia historical center skyline with ancient city walls from Porta Sole panoramic terrace

Day 8
The beauty of Tuscany. Asciano, Tuscany, Italy
Tuscany

The beauty of Tuscany. Asciano, Tuscany, Italy

Days 9-10
Aerial view of famous medieval San Gimignano in the province of Siena, Italy
San Gimignano

Aerial view of famous medieval San Gimignano in the province of Siena, Italy

Day 11
Cinque Terre

Village of Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy

Day 12
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
Venice

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

Days 14-16
Modena, Italy
Modena

Modena, Italy

Day 14

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Tour Overview

Journey across the Italian peninsula in this 16-day guided tour that stretches from the sapphire waters of the Amalfi Coast to the calming canals of Venice. Step in the footsteps of Romans from ancient times and the present day buzzing city before reaching Sorrento. Sail to the rock isle of Capri, where you can climb nearly 2,000 feet for unrivaled views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. In Perugia, learn the art of loom-weaving from a Local Expert. And in Venice, cruise along the canals and to Burano, an idyllic, colorful island in the Venetian Lagoon where you’ll toast to a fantastic trip and indulge in local specialties. ...more ...less

Choice Highlights

  • Siena: Visit the Basilica of St. Catherine with your Local Expert.
  • Siena: Enjoy a tasting of Panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert containing fruits and nuts.

Top Rated Highlights

  • Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a passionate local. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, where Ancient Roman political life and law courts mingled with open-air markets and shops.
  • Castel Gandolfo: Explore the artistic treasure of the Villa Barberini Gardens and marvel at the intricately designed mosaic flower beds and fountains.
  • Sorrento: Perched upon the cliffs, lookout to see the mighty Mount Vesuvius across the Bay of Naples.
  • Capri: Cruise by jetfoil to this famous isle through beautiful blue Mediterranean waters.
  • Capri: Explore Capri town with your Local Expert and see the whitewashed houses, winding alleyways, small cafes, fashionable boutiques and artisans studios.
  • Pompeii: Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the first century.
  • Assisi: See St. Mary of the Angels Church and join your Local Expert to walk through the cobbled streets to St. Clare's Church and see the cathedral.
  • Assisi: Discover why the Basilica of Saint Francis is considered one of the crowning achievements of medieval Europe.
  • Perugia: Led by your Local Expert, your orientation will explore the Old Town and show you Priors' Palace, Collegio del Cambio, the cathedral, the Great Fountain and main square.
  • Florence: Join a Local Expert to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods.
  • Florence: See the historic neighborhood of the Santa Croce Basilica and witness local craftspersons at work during a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
  • San Gimignano: Visit the Tuscan town of San Gimignano, often called the 'Medieval Manhattan' of Italy.
  • Lucca: Explore the city of Lucca. Admire the churches, piazzas and palaces within the medieval ramparts.
  • Cinque Terre: Led by your Local Expert, visit this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site, tucked away on the mountainous Italian Riviera coastline. Explore one of the five charming fishing villages for some memorable pictures.
  • Venice: Delight in the magic of this charming city as you glide along the canals by gondola.
  • Venice: With your Travel Director cruise to St. Mark's Square and see the Doge's Palace, Bridge of Sighs and St. Mark's Basilica.

Make Travel Matter

Perugia: Meet Marta, a recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Learn how she offers employment opportunities for local women and, alongside her weavers, preserves the ancient craft of loom weaving in an artisan workshop.The workshop is owned by women and actively empowers women and girls through its education and training programs. Marta, and her students help to safeguard the unique patterns while contributing to the protection of Umbria’s cultural heritage.  Laboratorio Guidetta Brozzetti advances UN Sustainable Development Goal 5: Gender Equality and UN Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities & Communities.

Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's master craftsmen teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft.  This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.

Authentic Dining

Rome: Savor dinner at a uniquely Roman restaurant, offering a perfect exploration of Lazio's typical flavors.

Radda in Chianti: Learn what to look for in a quality vino rosso, and what foods to pair it with when ordering Florentine cuisine.

San Gimignano: Ascend serpentine alleyways to the artisan gelato parlour of world champion gelato maestro, Sergio Dondoli for a taste of his finest frozen treats.

Lucca: Visit a traditional steam bakery and sample Buccellato, a sweet raisin bread.

Parma: At Ciaolatte Parmesan you will meet, Signor Paolo, a local passionate about Italian food and quality cheese. Witness the cheese-making and ageing process of Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Modena: Visit a producer of authentic balsamic vinegar.

Burano: Cruise to the charming fisherman's island of Burano to enjoy a delicious dinner with wine and new-found friends.

Insight Choice

Siena: Visit the Basilica of St. Catherine with your Local Expert.

Siena: Enjoy a tasting of Panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert containing fruits and nuts.

Places You'll See

St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy

St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy

Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy

Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy

Sorrento Town, Italy

Sorrento Town, Italy

View from Mount Solaro on the island of Capri, Italy

View from Mount Solaro on the island of Capri, Italy

View of Vesuvius from the forum in Pompeii, Italy

View of Vesuvius from the forum in Pompeii, Italy

Streets of Assisi, Italy

Streets of Assisi, Italy

The beauty of Tuscany. Asciano, Tuscany, Italy

The beauty of Tuscany. Asciano, Tuscany, Italy

The vineyards and olive trees of Tuscany, Italy

The vineyards and olive trees of Tuscany, Italy

Village of Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy

Village of Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy

Itinerary

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Day 1: Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome

The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Room 007 Select, Rome.

Accommodation Name: Room 007 Select, Rome

Meals Included: Dinner

2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a center of celebration between December 24, 2024, and December 31, 2025. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City. Welcome to Rome, a glorious city filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and baroque churches. Settle in before joining your Travel Director for a private visit to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes, welcomed by the Rector of the basilica. End the day getting to know your fellow travelers over Roman specialties during dinner at a local restaurant. ...more ...less

Day 2: Rome with a Local

The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
The famous Spanish Steps at Piazza di Spagna, Rome, Italy
Trevi Fountain in Rome
Sunset view over Piazza Navona in Rome, Italy
St Peter's Basilica over the Aelian Bridge, Rome, Italy
The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
The Pantheon, Rome, Italy

Location: Rome

Accommodation: Room 007 Select, Rome.

Accommodation Name: Room 007 Select, Rome

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today is devoted to The Eternal City. Join a Local Expert to discover the modern-day city and how people lived in Ancient Rome. See St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. Then cross the Tiber river to see the Circus Maximus and learn about the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum on a guided visit. Imagine the roar of the spectators as you enter the arena and stroll around picturing the gladiators and their adoring fans.

Day 3: Castel Gandolfo

Location: Castel Gandolfo

Accommodation: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento.

Accommodation Name: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento

Meals Included: Breakfast

Venture to Castel Gandolfo to explore the artistic treasure of the Villa Barberini Gardens. Ride an electric train along the pathways to marvel at the intricately designed mosaic flower beds and fountains. After our visit to the former papal gardens our journey continues south, drinking in the views of the Bay of Naples, to the resort town of Sorrento.

Day 4: Capri, the Isle of Dreams

View from Mount Solaro on the island of Capri, Italy
Sorrento Town, Italy
Streets of Sorrento town
Sorrento Town, Italy
Streets of Sorrento town
Capri, Italy
The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
The winding road of Sorrento located on the Amalfi Coast, Italy
View of bay and main port in Sorrento town
View of bay and main port in Sorrento town
Idyllic Capri and its harbour landscape, Italy

Location: Capri, Sorrento

Accommodation: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento.

Accommodation Name: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento

Meals Included: Breakfast

Meet your Local Expert and cross the Bay of Naples to reach the beautiful Isle of Capri, a rock rising sheer from the Mediterranean! For 2,000 years, Capri has beckoned visitors from Tiberius Caesar to Gracie Fields. Arriving at the Marina Grande by boat, ascend to Capri town. Explore the narrow alleyways, browse in exclusive boutiques and wonder at the views over the Tyrrhenian Sea. Descend to the port by funicular railway and return to Sorrento, where you are at leisure for the rest of the day.

Day 5: Pompeii and Todi

View of Vesuvius from the forum in Pompeii, Italy

Location: Pompeii, Todi

Accommodation: Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento.

Accommodation Name: Fonte Cesia, Todi

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Journey to the ancient Roman city of Pompeii and explore this extraordinary site with your Local Expert. Travel into the heart of Italy to enjoy free time in Todi, located on a hilltop pedestal overlooking a vineyard-covered plain. Savor the distinctly medieval ambiance during your orientation and admire the Piazza del Popolo where locals take their evening 'passeggiata'. Take in the flavors of the region and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant with a glass of Orvieto Classico wine - a magical culinary experience!

Day 6: Todi Relaxed Start

Location: Todi

Accommodation: Hotel Fonte Cesia

Accommodation Name: Fonte Cesia, Todi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Immerse yourself in the enchanting medieval town of Todi, where you can wander through picturesque streets, marvel at historic architecture, and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding Umbrian countryside.

Day 7: Assisi and on to Perugia

View od Cathedral of San Rufino, Assisi
Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Umbria, Italy
The Porta di Venere
Perugia historical center skyline with ancient city walls from Porta Sole panoramic terrace
Perugia - Via dell'Acquedotto (Aqueduct street)
Perugia historical center skyline with ancient city walls from Porta Sole panoramic terrace
Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Umbria, Italy
Panoramic view of Piazza IV Novembre, main square and masterpiece of medieval architecture in Perugia, Italy
Perugia - Via dell'Acquedotto (Aqueduct street)
The Porta di Venere
Streets of Assisi, Italy
View od Cathedral of San Rufino, Assisi
Panoramic view of Piazza IV Novembre, main square and masterpiece of medieval architecture in Perugia, Italy
The rooftops of Assisi, Italy
The rooftops of Assisi, Italy
Streets of Assisi, Italy

Location: Assisi, Perugia

Accommodation: Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia.

Accommodation Name: Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia

Meals Included: Breakfast

In Assisi, see St. Clare’s Church and the cathedral. Continue to walk down the Via San Francesco and visit the huge Basilica of St. Francis with a Local Expert. Journey to beautiful Perugia, the jewel of Umbria. Your guided walking exploration begins in the main street of Perugia's Old Town. See the Collegio del Cambio, the splendid Priors' Palace, the Cathedral and the finely sculptured Great Fountain in the magnificent main square. In the evening there is the option to discover the edible treasures of a traditional Umbrian kitchen, accompanied with wines of the region.

Day 8: Perugia, the Jewel of Umbria Relaxed Start

Perugia historical center skyline with ancient city walls from Porta Sole panoramic terrace
Perugia historical center skyline with ancient city walls from Porta Sole panoramic terrace
Panoramic view of Piazza IV Novembre, main square and masterpiece of medieval architecture in Perugia, Italy
Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Umbria, Italy
The Porta di Venere
Basilica of Saint Francis of Assisi in Umbria, Italy
Perugia - Via dell'Acquedotto (Aqueduct street)
Panoramic view of Piazza IV Novembre, main square and masterpiece of medieval architecture in Perugia, Italy
Perugia - Via dell'Acquedotto (Aqueduct street)
The Porta di Venere

Location: Perugia

Accommodation: Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia.

Accommodation Name: Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia

Meals Included: Breakfast

Time to explore more about this gem of a town. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you visit an artisanal workshop and meet Marta, a recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant. Learn how Marta and her weavers are preserving the ancient craft of loom-weaving. With the rest of your day at leisure, perhaps visit Cortona, one of the oldest hill towns in Tuscany. On this Optional Experience, journey to a recently unearthed Etruscan Temple before a guided exploration through the town's historic center with views of Lake Trasimeno and the Val di Chiana.

Day 9: Renaissance Florence and Tuscany

The vineyards and olive trees of Tuscany, Italy
The beauty of Tuscany. Asciano, Tuscany, Italy

Location: Tuscany

Accommodation: CDH Hotel Radda, Tuscany.

Accommodation Name: Relais Certosa, Florence, Borgo di Cortefreda

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Journey past Lake Trasimeno to Renaissance Florence. On arrival you will walk with a Local Expert to see the marble-clad cathedral, bell tower and Gates of Paradise on the baptistery. Enjoy time at leisure to explore Piazza della Signoria, still the political heart of Florence and an open-air gallery of Renaissance masterpieces. Spend time gazing at the fountains and sculptures along the front of the Palazzo Vecchio. Wander the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods of gold and leather. Journey through the rolling, cypress-clad hills and vineyards of Tuscany and enjoy a delicious exploration of Tuscany's red wines, discovering their robust flavors and absorbing history before arriving at your elegant hotel.

Day 10: Siena and San Gimignano Relaxed Start

The beauty of Tuscany. Asciano, Tuscany, Italy
The vineyards and olive trees of Tuscany, Italy

Location: Tuscany

Accommodation: CDH Hotel Radda, Tuscany.

Accommodation Name: Relais Certosa, Florence, Borgo di Cortefreda

Meals Included: Breakfast

This morning, explore Siena with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the medieval Basilica of St. Catherine or alternatively, sample panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert. Continue to the hilltop town of San Gimignano strikingly visible from every angle, its towers dominate the skyline and give it the nickname the Medieval Manhattan of Tuscany. Enjoy tasting the award-winning frozen delights of master gelato maker, Sergio Dondoli, whose great inventions include innovative and mouth-watering flavor combinations. Journey through the rolling, cypress-clad hills and vineyards of Tuscany as you return to your hotel.

Day 11: On to Lucca Relaxed Start

San Gimignano in the province of Siena, Italy
Aerial view of famous medieval San Gimignano in the province of Siena, Italy

Location: San Gimignano

Accommodation: Hotel Villa La Principessa, Lucca.

Accommodation Name: Villa La Principessa, Lucca

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Travel to Lucca to view the churches, squares and palaces, perfectly preserved within encircling medieval ramparts. Pause a while and taste the lavish loaves of buccellato, Lucca's sweet raisin anise bread, said to be a favorite of the ancient Roman army. Later, you could take the opportunity to explore Pisa.

Day 12: Exploring the Cinque Terre

Corniglia, Cinque Terre
Village of Vernazza, Cinque Terre, Italy

Location: Cinque Terre

Accommodation: Hotel Villa La Principessa, Lucca.

Accommodation Name: Villa La Principessa, Lucca

Meals Included: Breakfast

Get ready to explore the Cinque Terre, or five villages, which for years were only accessible by foot. This UNESCO World Heritage site is one of Italy's most beautiful landscapes. Join a Local Expert in one of the picturesque fishing villages, before cruising along the rugged coastline (weather permitting). There is plenty of time to explore the old medieval quarter and popular sandy beach before returning to your hotel in Lucca.

Day 13: On to Parma

Location: Parma

Accommodation: Starhotels Du Parc, Parma.

Accommodation Name: Starhotels Du Parc, Parma

Meals Included: Breakfast

Journey to the beautiful university town of Parma, world-famous for its local ham and cheese. Meet one of the locals, Paolo. Learn about the process of making Parmigiano-Reggiano as Signor Paolo shares with you his passions for Italian food, especially excellent quality Parmesan cheese. Taste samples of the famous Parmigiano-Reggiano, accompanied by a glass of wine.

Day 14: Modena and on to Venice

Modena, Italy
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy
View of the Palace of San Marco from the roof of the Library of Venice,
Grand canal and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, Italy

Location: Modena, Venice

Accommodation: Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice

Accommodation Name: Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice

Meals Included: Breakfast

Visit one of Modena's top producers of authentic, traditional, artisan balsamic vinegar and take a master class to understand what makes this vinegar as expensive as top-rated wines. Continue on through the Soave vineyards past Padua to Venice, Queen of the Adriatic. To the tune of accompanying musicians, you will be serenaded through the atmospheric canals as you glide by gondola past water-lapped doorways and rococo palaces.

Day 15: The Magic of La Serenissima

View of the Palace of San Marco from the roof of the Library of Venice,
Grand canal and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, Italy
The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy

Location: Venice

Accommodation: Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice

Accommodation Name: Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop, where you can see how beautiful handcrafted glass is made by expert glassblowers, safeguarding traditional skills. Visit St. Mark’s Square where the city’s former wealth and power is evidenced by the riches of St. Mark’s Basilica and admire the Doge's Palace with its adjoining Bridge of Sighs. In the evening, cruise the islands of the Venetian Lagoon to arrive at Burano, famous for its candy colored houses. Sit down to a sumptuous dinner with wine, sampling the local specialties.

Day 16: Arrivederci Venice

The Grand Canal with Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy
Grand canal and Basilica Santa Maria della Salute, Venice, Italy
St Mark's Square, Venice, Italy
View of the Palace of San Marco from the roof of the Library of Venice,

Location: Venice

Meals Included: Breakfast

Your departure transfer arrives at Venice Marco Polo airport.

What's Included

  • Choice Highlights

    Visit the Basilica of St. Catherine in Siena and enjoy a tasting of Panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert.

  • Top Rated Highlights

    Discover ancient treasures of Rome, explore Capri town, and visit the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi.

  • Make Travel Matter

    Meet Marta in Perugia and learn about the ancient craft of loom weaving, and witness glassblowing in Venice.

  • Authentic Dining

    Savor dinner at a Roman restaurant, sample Buccellato in Lucca, and enjoy gelato in San Gimignano.

  • Additional Included Highlights

    Personal radio headsets, hotel and restaurant tips, taxes, porterage charges, and complimentary Wi-Fi are included.

  • Insight Experiences

    Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes in Rome.

  • Well-being

    Travel in a luxurious, air-conditioned coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.

  • Transport

    Travel in comfort aboard Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom, ensuring a relaxing journey through Italy's stunning landscapes.

What's Not Included

Transfers Outside Scheduled Times

Transfers are available at scheduled times for flights as per the itinerary start and end dates. If your flights are outside these times, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Dining Summary

  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 15 Breakfast (B)

Additional Included Highlights

  • Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
  • Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
  • We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
  • From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
  • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
  • If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Insight Experiences

  • Rome: Enjoy exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes during an after-hours visit. This 9th-century basilica’s simple facade guards the world's best-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The history of the church springs to life as you admire the interior’s treasured collection, including Bernini's first sculpture and the renowned mosaics, illuminated for your visit. This once-in-a-lifetime experience is a rare and unforgettable insight into Rome and its religious history.

Well-being

  • Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
  • Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort aboard Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom, ensuring a relaxing journey through Italy's stunning landscapes.

Accommodation

Experience a variety of accommodations throughout Italy, including the Room 007 Select in Rome, Majestic Palace Hotel in Sorrento, Fonte Cesia in Todi, Sangallo Palace Hotel in Perugia, Relais Certosa in Florence, Villa La Principessa in Lucca, Starhotels Du Parc in Parma, and Hilton Molino Stucky in Venice. ...more ...less

Summary

  • Visit a glassblowing workshop in Venice.
  • Travel by hydrofoil to the Isle of Capri and ride in an open-top taxi • Explore Cinque Terre by boat • Glide along the Venice canals in a gondola.
  • Visit Papal Gardens and Castel Gandolfo • Positano • Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi • San Gimignano.
  • Welcome Dinner in Rome • Highlight Dinner in Todi • Celebration Dinner on Burano island in Venice. Taste Chianti wine in Radda • Gelato in San Gimignano • Buccellato in Lucca • Balsamic vinegar in Modena • Parmigiano Reggiano in Parma.

Check out our Q&As

  • What unique experiences are included in the tour?

    The tour includes exclusive access to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes in Rome, a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice, and a cruise along the coastline of the UNESCO World Heritage site of Cinque Terre.

  • What kind of dining experiences can I expect on this tour?

    You will enjoy a variety of dining experiences including a welcome dinner in Rome, a highlight dinner in Todi, and a celebration dinner on Burano island in Venice. You will also have the opportunity to taste Chianti wine in Radda, gelato in San Gimignano, Buccellato in Lucca, balsamic vinegar in Modena, and Parmigiano Reggiano in Parma. ...more ...less

  • How does the tour support sustainable tourism?

    The tour includes MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences such as meeting Marta, an Umbrian weaver in Perugia, and visiting a traditional glassblowing workshop in Venice. These activities support United Nations Sustainable Development Goals related to gender equality and sustainable cities and communities. ...more ...less

  • What are some of the highlights of the tour in terms of sightseeing?

    Highlights include visiting the Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, exploring the medieval town of San Gimignano, and gliding along the canals of Venice by gondola. You will also visit the ancient Roman city of Pompeii and the Isle of Capri.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Travel is provided aboard Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom, ensuring a relaxing journey through Italy's stunning landscapes.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1978.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

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12-Jan-2023

This trip is absolutely amazing! Worth every Penny! Our Tour guide did not Disappoint.

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Friday - Saturday

Jul 25, 2025 - Aug 09, 2025
$6275 $5328 (USD)

Operator discount: -$947 (USD)

Book with Confidence

  • Low Deposit

    Insight Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of insight vacations charges.

    Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.

    At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

Country Roads of Italy - Classic Group

16 Days Starting in Rome, Italy and ending in Venice, Italy

Visiting: Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Capri, Sorrento, Pompeii, Todi, Assisi, Perugia, Tuscany, San Gimignano, Cinque Terre, Parma, Modena, Venice ...more ...less

Tour operator:

Insight Vacations

Tour code:

E722ZN20

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

Low

Tour operated in:

English
From: $6275 $5328 (USD) Operator discount: -$947 -15%

NB: Prices correct on 17-Mar-2025 but subject to change.

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