Winter Holiday Big Italy Express Tour (November 9, 2026) with Turkish Airlines for 5 nights (FCO-VCE)

Day 1 Istanbul – Rome Meeting at Turkish Airlines counter in the international departures terminal at Istanbul Airport. After luggage and ticket procedures, depart to Rome. Arrival in Rome with local time. Our private vehicle and guide will take us to Rome. After arrival, panoramic city tour of Rome. During the tour, we will see the Vatican (San Pietro), Castel San't Angelo Angel Fortress, the ruins of the ancient Circo Massimo stadium, and the baroque style streets from the bus. A short photo stop at the Colosseum, then free time in the afternoon. In the evening, guests who wish can join an *extra* tour to see renowned squares and walk through lively streets of Rome with the **Rome Night Tour (45€)**. After the tour, transfer to hotel and overnight stay at the hotel. Day 2 Rome After breakfast, free day. Guests who wish can join our *extra* organized tour to the **Castelli Romani Lakes & Nemi (Strawberry Village) (95€)**, which offers natural beauty where popes spend summer. Explore Nemi village famous for its mountain strawberries where you will want to live. Later, visit Castel Romano Designer Outlet for shopping with many renowned brands. If desired, guests can also join another *extra* tour, the **Rome Monuments and Masterpieces Tour (65€)**, which includes the city's oldest monument, the ancient Pantheon temple, Piazza Navona with its baroque architecture and famous fountain, the Love Fountain believed to grant return visits if a coin is tossed, the Spanish Steps known for street performers, Castel San't Angelo and its bridge. This step-by-step guided tour will immerse you in Rome’s ancient stories and historical richness. After the tour, transfer back to the hotel and overnight stay. Day 3 Rome – Florence – Montecatini After breakfast, depart for Florence. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Florence, capturing the historic streets and squares, ending at Piazza Della Republica. Then, those interested can explore Florence deeper with a *guided* tour of the **Medici’s Renaissances Sites (45€)**, where you will learn about Florence's history and the lives of its famous artists and scientists. Tour includes Medici Palace (Palazzo Vecchio), Piazza Della Signoria with the David and Hercules statues, Uffizi Gallery, the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, the Medici corridor, Dante Alighieri’s house, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with the tallest dome in Italy, and the Baptistery with its famous "Gates of Paradise". Then, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay. Day 4 Florence (Montecatini) After breakfast, a free day. Guests can join a *guided* **Great Tuscany Tour (145€)** which includes Pisa, San Gimignano, and Volterra. In Pisa, visit the Leaning Tower, cathedral, baptistery, and Miracles Square, and take photos if desired. San Gimignano, known as the "Town of the 13 Towers," was built in the 12th and 13th centuries by rival noble families. Visit the Central Cisterna Square. Volterra, with its medieval walls, has a rich history from Etruscans and Romans. Highlights include the Roman Theater, ruins, Priori Square, and the medieval cathedral. Enjoy free time for shopping, tasting local cheeses and wines, or relaxing at the cafes. Return to the hotel and overnight stay. Day 5 Florence (Montecatini) – Venice After breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart for Venice. Upon arrival, enjoy a *panoramic* city tour including St. Mark’s Square, Basilica, Doge’s Palace, the clock tower, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Campanile. Optional: participate in the *extra* **Gondola Ride (30€)**. Additionally, join the **Grand Canal Tour (55€)** with boats on Venice’s main waterway to see the city’s beautiful architecture. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay. Day 6 Venice – Istanbul After breakfast, check-out and transfer to the airport. Guests who wish can join an *extra* tour for **Verona & Venedik Designer Outlet (125€)**. In Verona, visit Juliet’s house, the Roman Arena built in 30 AD, Erbe and Signori Squares, and other sights. Then, head to Venedik Designer Outlet for shopping at discounted prices. At the appointed time, transfer to the airport for flight with Turkish Airlines to Istanbul. Arrival in Istanbul with local time marks the end of the tour.