Maxi Italy Tour - with THY (Mxp-Fco)

Tour details

Day 1 ISTANBUL MILAN

We meet at Istanbul New Airport at the international departure terminal three hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, our flight to Milan will take place via Turkish Airlines scheduled flight, and afterward, we start our program with a private bus waiting for us at the airport for a city tour of Milan. Milan, one of Europe’s fashion capitals, is also notable for its cuisine, opera, churches, and priceless art works. While Italy’s economic and financial capital, Milan is also the right address for shopping, nightlife, and dining experiences. We will see the famous opera house La Scala, Piazza del Duomo and Cathedral, La Galleria shopping mall, which houses many famous brands, and Porta Romana, after which free time is given. Those interested can additionally participate inExtra the Como Tour (55 Euro). We will see Lake Como, famous for hosting Hollywood celebrities, wealthy Europeans, and the world's jet set, with its luxurious lifestyle and natural beauties. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Milan and have free time to relax. Accommodation at our hotel.

 

Day 2 MILAN – VENICE

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Venice. On the way, we have a photo stop at Peschiera with views of Lake Garda, and upon arrival, we will see Milan Cathedral, Fortezza Castle, Vittorio Emanuele Gallery housing world-famous fashion stores. Those interested can additionally participate inVenice Walking Tour (70 Euro – including Vaporetto and city entrance fees) which includes narration on Vaporetto. During the tour in Venice, we will see iconic structures such as San Marco Square, San Marco Basilica, Doge's Palace, Clock Tower, Bridge of Sighs, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower, with columns and marble built and brought from Istanbul. Afterward, we transfer to our Venice hotel and have free time to rest. Accommodation at our hotel.

 

Day 3 VENICE – FLORENCE

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival, a panoramic city tour of Florence. In our tour, we will see the Arno River dividing Florence, the Ponte Vecchio bridge known for its jewelers, Palazzo Vecchio which was governed by Medici family, Piazza della Signoria with the famous sculptures Hercules and David, Florence Duomo with its bell tower, and the Baptistery with its door as highlights. Then, we transfer to our hotel in Florence. Accommodation at our hotel.

 

Day 4 FLORENCE

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Those interested can participate inExtra as organized by our guide the Pisa & Portofino Tour (95 Euro)). In our tour, we will see the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli, then we will take a boat to the picturesque village of Portofino, a small town within a national park that you will not be able to get enough of.

 

Florence

Then, we transfer back to our Florence hotel and have time to rest and explore on your own. Accommodation at our hotel.

 

Day 5 FLORENCE

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Castel Gandolfo & Lake Nemi & Lake Albano, then for outlet shopping. We will head to Castel Gandolfo area after breakfast at the hotel. This region, also known as Nemi Village, welcomes you with colorful houses with flowers in their windows, stone streets, and adorable shops selling and displaying famous fresh strawberries. You will feel like you are in a fairy tale with magnificent lake views. During our visit to Castel Gandolfo on Lake Albano, we will see the Pope’s summer palace and continue our walk in this historic town, which was used as a summer residence by many Roman emperors. Then, we head for outlet shopping for those wishing to do some shopping. Afterward, we transfer to our hotel in Rome and have free time. Accommodation at our hotel.

 

Day 6 ROME

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Then, we have free time. Those interested can participate inExtra organized by our guide the Naples & Pompeii Tour (95 Euro)). Our first stop will be Pompeii, a city that was buried under 7 meters of ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD, and was uncovered in the 18th century with its houses, palaces, and petrified people. After visiting Pompeii’s open-air museum, we head to Naples. Upon arrival, a panoramic city tour of Naples will be arranged. The city tour includes Plebiscito Square, the 17th-century Royal Palace, Castel Nuovo (New Castle), San Francesco di Paola Basilica inspired by St. Peter’s Square and Pantheon in Rome, I. Umberto Gallery with shops, San Carlo Theatre built in 1737 and listed as UNESCO World Heritage, and Naples Port are among the sights. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Rome. Accommodation at our hotel.

 

Day 7 ROME

ROME

We start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Then, for those interested, an additional organized tour is available to see Rome’s icons and Vatican (San Pietro) (95 Euro). In our city tour, we will see Castel Sant’Angelo where Casimir Sultan was imprisoned, Venice Square where Mussolini addressed the public, and Vittorio Emanuele II monument, Colosseum which hosted gladiator battles, the Trevi Fountain made famous by the "Roman Holiday" film, the Spanish Steps with its 135 steps and the sinking statue fountain. We then proceed to St. Peter’s Square, the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, we visit the square and have free time. Afterward, we transfer to our hotel in Rome and have free time. Accommodation at our hotel. Those interested can participate inBohemie District Night Tour (25 Euro)). During this tour, the charming neighborhoods and popular streets of Trastevere will be explored. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel in Rome. Accommodation in our hotel.

 

Day 8 ROME – ISTANBUL

After breakfast at the hotel, the rooms will be vacated, and your guide will inform you of the transfer to the airport. We will take the scheduled flight from Istanbul to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Istanbul New Airport, our tour and services will end.

What's included
• Turkish Airlines with a round-trip ticket from Istanbul (IST) to Milan (MXP), and from Rome (FCO) to Istanbul (IST) • Airport taxes • Accommodation in 3* & 4* out-of-town hotels for 7 nights with bed & breakfast • Airport-hotel-airport transfers • All city transfers via our private buses • Milan Tour • Florence Tour • Castel Gandolfo, Lake Nemi, Lake Albano Tour • Outlet Tour • Professional Turkish-speaking guides and concierge services • TURSAB professional liability insurance
Not included
- Visa fee, service charge - Travel health insurance - Lunch and dinner meals - All personal expenses and hotel extras - Exit foreign exchange fee - Extra Tours - Driver tips 10 Euro per person (optional) - Accommodation City Taxes (40 Euro per person, payable to the guide)
Need to Know
TK1873 25JUL ISTMXP 0650 0845 TK1864 01AUG FCOIST 1955 2335 - Our tour program requires at least 40 participants. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notice will be given 21 days before the tour departure. Any cancellations due to insufficient participation will be communicated to you through your agency. - In cases where only category information is provided without specific hotel names and/or options available for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by your agency at least 48 hours before departure. - During fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be located at distances greater than specified or in different cities. In such cases, your agency will inform you at least 48 hours before departure. - Panorama city tours included in the tour package are designed to give a general introduction to the cities, are conducted from within the vehicle with guide narration, and do not include entrance fees to museums or ancient sites. These and other tours listed in the program are subject to local authority approvals; they may not be available due to events, weather conditions, or road closures. In such cases, our agency is not responsible. Some tours may be conducted on foot or via public transportation if roads or points of entry are closed or inaccessible. - Triple rooms are allocated based on hotel availability; such rooms have beds smaller than standard beds. They consist of one double bed and one extra bed (which can be a fold-out or coach bed). Travelers reserving these rooms accept potential crowding and bed types. Child discounts apply only for a single child sharing with two adults and are valid for children in the specified age group. There is no bedding guarantee for children aged 0-2 years. - Breakfasts provided by the hotel are typically continental, including butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a dedicated room for groups. - Flight times are subject to change since group tickets are booked; please confirm current details with your agency. - Domestic flight tickets should be reconfirmed; if a traveler has booked a separate domestic flight independently of the group, the agency is not responsible for cancellations or schedule changes, and no refunds will be made. - If the outbound flight is not used, the return flight may be canceled by the airline. - Guests not on the flight who join the tour must arrive at the starting point by their own means without delay. Otherwise, they will be responsible for their transfers. - The agency is not responsible for guests missing their flights due to late arrivals, and must be prepared to handle additional costs for new tickets or transfer arrangements. - Personal belongings, luggage, passports/ID, are each guest's responsibility; the agency is not liable for lost, stolen, or forgotten items. Returning lost items incurs costs borne by the owner. - In cases of illness, loss, or theft, the guide's responsibility is limited, and they cannot provide individual escort. - When purchasing the tour, the name, date of birth, and passport number must be accurately provided; tickets are issued based on this information. Inaccuracies may result in penalties, cancellations, or changes for which the agency is not liable. - Some airlines may charge fees for meals, beverages, or online check-in. - Seat assignments cannot be guaranteed on buses during the tour. - The times announced by our guide are the departure times; all guests are expected to be ready at the designated time. The guide will depart at the scheduled time without waiting, so late guests must make their own arrangements. - Extra tours are organized by local agencies with a minimum participation of 20 people; if this is not met, such tours may not operate or may be subject to change in price, content, or vehicle depending on participant numbers and local conditions. - Participation in additional tours is optional; guests who decline will wait at a designated rest stop and will not join these activities. - Entrance fees for museums and historical sites must be paid at the time of booking or during the tour directly to the guide. - Participants agree to pay in advance the costs of guided tours, museum, and site entrance fees, city taxes, and other expenses as communicated beforehand. They acknowledge being fully informed about these costs. - The agency acts as an intermediary between the passenger and airline, and is subject to the 1955 Hague Protocol. Delays or schedule changes may occur; the agency will inform as soon as possible. Passengers acknowledge these risks when purchasing the tour. VISA - Citizens of Turkey require a visa. Applications must be made with a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the travel date, and with the documents specified by our agency in the "Documents Required for Visa" list. - The visa must be obtained from the country where the first entry will be made or the country with the longest stay. - Passport holders of green passports do not require a visa if their passport is valid for at least 6 months after the travel date. - Visa requirements are for Turkish citizens; travelers with different passports should consult relevant consulates. - Having a visa does not guarantee entry; border control can refuse entry. The agency is not responsible for this; it is the traveler's responsibility. - Worn, damaged, or wet passports, or those with other damage, may complicate entry; new passports and visas are required in such cases. Responsibility lies with the traveler. - Minors under 18 traveling alone or with only one parent may require parental consent at border crossings; travelers should be aware and prepared for this.