Including Turtles Costa Smeralda with Venice to Rome Italy Gems & Western Mediterranean Coasts - August 10, 2026

Tour details

COSTA SMERALDA to

VENICE TO ROME ITALY PEARLS & WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN COASTS

ITALY – FRANCE – SPAIN

Venice (1) – Florence – Montecatini (2) – Rome (1) – Genoa – Marseille – Barcelona

“VENICE (1) – MONTECATINI (2) – ROME (1) HOTEL ACCOMMODATION”

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION - CITY TOURS - BOAT SERVICE FEE – TRAVEL INSURANCE PACKAGE INCLUDED

PERFECT TURKISH GUIDE

TURKISH AIRLINES – 7 NIGHTS 8 DAYS

August 10, 2026

1ST DAY ISTANBUL AIRPORT – VENICE
Meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal, in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at 08:30. After ticketing, baggage, and passport procedures, depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK1871 at 11:30 to Venice. Arrive in Venice local time at 13:05, then depart for the “Venice City Tour.” During this tour of the city of canals, Venice’s iconic sights including St. Mark's Basilica and Square, Doge's Palace, Grand Canal, Internal Canal, and Rialto Bridge will be visited. Guests interested can optionally join the "Gondola Ride (60 Euro)" which is an additional activity. With the traditional Gondolas that are symbols of Venice, this tour offers a chance to see the city’s canals. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Check-in and free time. Overnight at Venice hotel.
 
2ND DAY VENICE – FLORENCE – MONTECATINI
After breakfast, check out from the hotel, and depart with our private vehicle towards Florence. The approximately 2.5-hour drive ends with arrival in Florence. As the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence offers sights including Duomo Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore), Baptistery, Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Montecatini. Upon arrival, hotel check-in and free time. Overnight at Montecatini hotel.
 
3RD DAY MONTECATINI
After breakfast at the hotel, depart with our private vehicle for the “Siena & Pisa & San Gimignano Tour.” Visit the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, which, despite leaning 5.5 meters, still stands as a miracle. Then, explore Siena, one of Italy’s most iconic towns, known for the Palio horse race and medieval architecture. Afterwards, visit San Gimignano, a medieval walled town from Roman times, used historically as a garrison. Return to the hotel in Montecatini for overnight stay.
 
4TH DAY MONTECATINI – ROME
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and depart with our private vehicle to Rome. Upon arrival, depart for the “Rome City Tour” in the city center. Visit landmarks including Castel Sant’Angelo, the Victor Emmanuel II Monument, the Vatican churches and St. Peter’s Square, Trevi Fountain ( Fountain of Love), Via del Corso, and the Spanish Steps. After the tour, transfer to the hotel. Check-in and free time. Overnight at Rome hotel.
 
5TH DAY ROME – Civitavecchia (Ship Boarding)
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and have free time until guided pickup. Then, depart with our private vehicle for the “Castel Gandolfo Lakes Region & Nemi Village & Outlet Tour.” First, visit Castel Gandolfo, the Pope’s summer residence, and enjoy the stunning view of Lake Albano. Then, arrive at Nemi Village for a pleasant walk. Afterward, visit the Castel Romano Outlet for shopping. Transfer to the port of Civitavecchia where the Costa Smeralda yacht is docked. Embark on the ship, settle into your cabin, and enjoy free time. The ship departs at 18:30. Dinner and overnight on board.
 
6TH DAY GENOA
The ship will dock in Genoa at 08:30 in the morning. After breakfast, depart with our private vehicle for a “Genoa City Tour.” Genoa, once a major maritime power that included Istanbul as a part, is a historic port city. Key sights include San Lorenzo Cathedral, Doge's Palace, and the house of Christopher Columbus. After the tour, return to the ship. Guests may choose to join the optional “Santa Margherita & Portofino (80 Euro)” tour. Visit Santa Margherita Ligure on the coast, known for its charming atmosphere, and take a short ferry ride to Portofino, famous for its colorful houses, luxury yachts, and scenic views at San Giorgio Church. Enjoy a short break here for refreshments or shopping, then return to the ship. Departure at 17:00. Dinner and overnight on the ship.
 
7TH DAY MARSEILLE
The ship will dock in Marseille at 09:00 in the morning. After breakfast, check out, and depart with our private vehicle for a “Marseille City Tour & Aix-en-Provence Tour.” Visit the Notre Dame de la Garde Cathedral, located on a high hill overlooking the city. Other sights include Longchamp Fountain, Saint Charles Train Station, the old town, Hotel de Ville, and the harbor area. Afterwards, travel about 40 minutes to Aix-en-Provence. Explore the ancient streets, the Romanesque St. Saviour’s Cathedral, and the historic districts designed by Cardinal Mazarin’s brother in the 17th century. Return to the ship by 18:00. Dinner and overnight onboard.
 
8TH DAY BARCELONA
The ship will dock at Barcelona at 08:00 in the morning. After breakfast, disembark and transfer to the airport with our private vehicle. After passport and luggage procedures, depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK1854 at 12:10 to Istanbul. Arrive at Istanbul Airport at 16:40 local time. End of our tour.
 
What's included
- Economy class flights between Istanbul Airport – Venice // Barcelona – Istanbul Airport with Turkish Airlines. - 3 nights 4 days full-board accommodation in a preferred cabin category on the COSTA SMERALDA cruise ship. - Ship service charges. - 1 night hotel stay in Venice with bed & breakfast. - 2 nights hotel stay in Montecatini with bed & breakfast. - 1 night hotel stay in Rome with bed & breakfast. - All land tours specified in the program. - Airport and port taxes (€690). - Airport & port & airport transfers. - Experienced Turkish-speaking tour leader service (regardless of the number of participants). - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack services on the ship. - Entertainment and shows on the ship. - Use of fitness & sports center. - Travel insurance package (including cancellation). 100% surcharge applies for guests over 70 years old (€35). - Mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance).
Not included
Health services. / Personal expenses. Additional optional tours specified in the program • Venice Gondola Tour (60 Euro) • Santa Margherita & Portofino Tour (80 Euro) All beverages. Domestic connecting flights. Necessary visa fee. Overseas departure tax (You can pay at the relevant banks or at the customs cash register at the airport).
Need to Know
CANCELLATION AND RETURN CONDITIONS *CALCULATED ON THE TOTAL AMOUNT* From the date of registration; 60 days prior, per person 15% 59 days ---------- 30 days, 25% 29 days ---------- 15 days, 75% 14 days ---------- 0 days, 100%