1ST DAY ISTANBUL – ROME
Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in the International Departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Rome. Arrival in Rome local time. We move to Rome with our private vehicle and guide waiting for us. After arrival, a panoramic city tour of Rome. During our tour, we will see Vatican (San Pietro), Castel Sant’Angelo, the ruins of the ancient Roman Circus Maximus, and the streets from the Baroque Period panoramically by bus. There will be a short photo break at the Colosseum, and at the end of the tour, free time in the afternoon. In the evening, guests who wish to join can participate in the extra "Rome Night Tour (€45)", where we will visit famous squares that we haven't seen before in Rome, exploring the streets and enjoying ourselves. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
2ND DAY ROME
After breakfast, a free day. Guests who wish can join the extra tour organized by our guide, "Albano Lake & Nemi Rome Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet" (€95). We will visit the area known for its natural beauty where the Popes spent their summers and the village of Nemi, famous for its wild strawberries. Continuing the tour, we will visit Castillo Romano Designer Outlet, where we can find famous brands and have shopping opportunities. After this tour, those who wish can join the extra "Roman Monuments and Masterpieces" tour (€65). In this tour, we will see the ancient Pantheon, the most famous square of the city Piazza Navona with its Baroque architecture and famous fountain, the Trevi Fountain, where it is believed that throwing a coin in will ensure a return to Rome, the Spanish Steps famous for street performers, Castel Sant’Angelo - the Angel's Castle and its bridge. In this tour, with your guide, prepare to get lost in the ancient stories and historical fabric of Rome. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
3RD DAY ROME – FLORENCE – MONTECATINI
After breakfast, we head to Florence. Upon our arrival in Florence, we start our panoramic city tour by photographing the historical streets and squares of Florence, concluding our panoramic tour at Piazza Della Republica (Republic Square). After a short break, guests who wish can continue exploring the Renaissance capital UNESCO World Heritage Site Florence with our guide. In the afternoon, we have the opportunity to join an extra tour "In the Footsteps of the Medici - Renaissance Works" (€45). In this tour, we will examine the monumental works of this historic city in detail, accompanied by the life stories of Florentine artists and scientists who shaped the Renaissance. During our tour, we will see the Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici family ruled in Florence, Piazza Della Signoria, home to masterpieces like the Hercules and David statues, the Uffizi Gallery, the historic Ponte Vecchio (the oldest bridge in the city) and the Medici Corridor, Dante Alighieri’s House, who wrote the Divine Comedy in the 13th century, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral which has the 3rd highest dome in Italy, and the Baptistery known for its famous "Gates of Paradise." After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
4TH DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI)
After breakfast, a free day. Guests who wish can join the extra tour organized by our guide, "Pisa & Italian Riviera Portofino" (€145). This tour consists of two different parts; Italian Riviera Portofino: we will see the beautifully maintained, colorful houses of the town of Portofino, famous for inspiring songs, along with the luxurious cafes, bars, world-renowned boutiques, and luxury yachts docked in the harbors. We will be able to enjoy the beautiful beach at Santa Margherita harbor, home to luxurious hotels, alongside restaurants and cafes, and we will also visit Brown Castle overlooking Portofino. Pisa is famous for its Leaning Tower, one of the most important historical landmarks in the world. During the panoramic tour, we will visit the Pisa Tower, cathedral, and baptistery at the Miracoli Square, and those who wish can take photos in this historic town. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel and overnight stay.
5TH DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) - VENICE
After breakfast, we depart the hotel and head to Venice. Upon arrival, we start a panoramic city tour on Venice Island. Our highlight stops will be St. Mark's Square, Basilica, Doge's Palace, Clock Tower, Bridge of Sighs, and the historical Campanile Bell Tower. Guests who wish can join an extra Gondola tour (€30). Additionally, you can participate in the Grand Canal tour (€55) aboard our special boats, where you will see all the beauties of the city and its historical buildings that traverse right through the island, synonymous with Venice. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
6TH DAY VENICE-BOLOGNA -ISTANBUL
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. Depart for Istanbul via Turkish Airlines. Arrival in Istanbul local time and end of our tour.
- THY scheduled flights with Istanbul (IST) – Rome / Venice – Istanbul (IST) economy class flight ticket
- 5 nights – 6 days; 1 Night in the Venice region (Quarto d’Altino, Spinea, Padova, Cittadella, Brenta, Treviso, Mira, Mirano, Mogliano, etc.) 2 Nights in Florence Monte Catini, Pistoia or Prato region, – 2 Nights in Rome (25-35 km away from the center), providing bed and breakfast, accommodations in 3 and/or 4-star hotels.
- All Airport - Hotel Transfers
- Intercity bus transfers
- Panoramic city tours of Venice, Florence and Rome
- Turkish guiding services throughout the tour
- Exit fee for going abroad
- Visa fee
- Travel insurance (15€)
- Extra tours
- Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites
- Vaporetto fee (30€)
- City taxes (30€ paid to the local agency representative during the tour. There is an obligation for tourists staying in Italy to pay the tourist tax.)
- Entrance tax for Venice Island (15€) (Municipal taxes may vary on the travel date.)
- All hotel extras and personal expenses
- Mandatory driver tips (5€ per person)
ADVANTAGEOUS EXTRA TOUR PACKAGE
Rome Night Tour (45€) – Albano Lake & Nemi Rome Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet Tour (95€) - Rome Monuments and Masterpieces Tour (65€) – In the footsteps of the Medici Renaissance Works Tour (45€) Pisa & Italian Riviera Portofino Tour (145€) – Grand Canal Tour (55€)
450 € instead of 405€ (to be paid to the local agency representative during the tour)
Free for ages 0-6, 225€ for ages 6-12
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FLIGHT DETAILS BY DATE |
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30.Jun |
TK1861 |
IST |
07:35 |
FCO |
09:20 |
5.Jul |
TK1322 |
BLQ |
10:40 |
IST |
10:25 |
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14.Jul |
TK1861 |
IST |
07:35 |
FCO |
09:20 |
19.Jul |
TK1322 |
BLQ |
10:40 |
IST |
10:25 |
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28.Jul |
TK1861 |
IST |
07:35 |
FCO |
09:20 |
2.Aug |
TK1322 |
BLQ |
10:40 |
IST |
14:25 |
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25.Aug |
TK1861 |
IST |
07:35 |
FCO |
09:20 |
30.Aug |
TK1322 |
BLQ |
10:25 |
IST |
14:10 |