Summer Italy Express Tour (September 28, 2026) with THY for 5 nights (FCO VCE) - RETURN AT NOON

Day 1 Istanbul – Rome Meet in front of the Turkish Airlines check-in counter at Istanbul Airport Departures terminal. After luggage and ticket procedures, depart for Rome. Upon arrival, we will be transferred to Rome with our private vehicle and guide. After arrival, we will take a panoramic city tour of Rome. During the tour, we will see the Vatican (San Pietro), Castel Sant’Angelo, Angels’ Castle, the ancient Circus Maximus stadium ruins, and the baroque-era streets by bus. We will have a short photo stop at the Colosseum. The tour ends in the afternoon with free time. In the evening, those interested can join an extra tour, the Rome Night Tour (45€), to see famous squares and streets we haven't seen before and enjoy a pleasant walk. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay. Day 2 Rome After breakfast, a free day. Those interested can join an extra tour, the Lake Albano & Nemi Rome Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet (95€). We will visit the scenic area where Popes stay in summer and the Nemi village famous for its wild strawberries. Afterward, enjoy shopping at the Castel Romano Designer Outlet, where you will find many famous brands. Later, those interested in cultural sightseeing can join another extra tour, the Rome Monuments & Masterpieces (65€), which includes the ancient Pantheon temple, Piazza Navona with its baroque architecture and the Fountain of the Four Rivers, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, Castel Sant’Angelo and its bridge, and other notable sites. Explore the city step by step with your guide, experiencing the ancient stories and historical atmosphere of Rome. After the tour, return to the hotel and overnight. Day 3 Rome – Florence – Montecatini After breakfast, depart for Florence. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Florence, photographing the historic streets and squares, ending at Piazza della Repubblica. After a short break, those interested can continue exploring Florence on foot with our guide, including sites like Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria with the David and Hercules statues, Uffizi Gallery, Ponte Vecchio, Medici Corridor, Dante Alighieri House, Florence Cathedral (Duomo), Baptistery with the famous “Gates of Paradise,” and the historic markets. In the afternoon, transfer to the hotel and stay overnight. Day 4 Florence (Montecatini) After breakfast, a free day. Those interested can join an extra tour, Pisa & Italian Riviera Portofino (145€), which includes two different excursions: Portofino, a colorful seaside village inspiring artists with its mansions, cafes, boutiques, and luxury yachts; and Pisa, known for its leaning tower. The tour includes visits to Pisa Tower, the cathedral, baptistery, and Miracoli Square, with photo opportunities. Return to the hotel for the night. Day 5 Florence (Montecatini) – Venice After breakfast, depart from the hotel towards Venice. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Venice, visiting St. Mark’s Square, Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Clock Tower, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Campanile. Those interested can participate in an extra Gondola Ride (30€). Also, enjoy a cruise along the Grand Canal (55€), admiring Venice’s beauty and historic structures from our boats. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and stay overnight. Day 6 Venice – Istanbul After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. Depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Arrival in Istanbul and end of the tour.