Uncover the unparalleled beauty of Italy's diverse and captivating landscapes. Experience architectural marvels, rich history, and vibrant culture, creating an awe-inspiring journey. From the ancient ruins of Rome to the romantic canals of Venice, Italy offers new adventures awaiting discovery. With these diverse and multifaceted attractions, Italy is a fascinating place that can genuinely broaden its horizons. A visit to Italy, at least once a lifetime, is not just an adventure, but a worthwhile investment in unique experiences.
ROME, a haven for history enthusiasts, offers a living museum with iconic landmarks such as the Pantheon and the Colosseum. Every street is steeped in history, and every square is adorned with magnificent sculptures. And the culinary experience is a journey in its own right. While the urge to hurry may be strong, slowing down will reveal a treasure trove of surprises.
Experience the timeless beauty of FLORENCE, a city that captivates with its Renaissance art and architecture. Visit iconic attractions like Michelangelo's David at the Galleria dell'Accademia and Piazzale Michelangelo, but don't miss the chance to explore hidden treasures with fewer crowds. Discover the frescoes and breathtaking views at San Miniato al Monte, and indulge in the vintage shops, boutiques, and stylish cafes across the river in Oltrarno.
VENICE, the exquisite capital of Italy's Veneto region, is an architectural marvel nestled on more than100 small islands within a serene lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. This unique city is devoid of roads, with its waterways serving as the lifeline of transportation, notably the picturesque Grand Canal flanked by elegant Renaissance and Gothic palaces. At the heart of the city lies the magnificent Piazza San Marco, home to the stunning St. Mark's Basilica adorned with intricate Byzantine mosaics, and the towering Campanile bell tower, offering breathtaking vistas of the city's iconic red rooftops.
Italy boasts magnificent destinations from the north to the south, with stunning cultural metropolises, all dominated by beautiful cathedrals and steeped in history. Your trip will be one to remember.
Package Includes:
Arrival and departure transfers
2 nights in Florence at 4-star,
Raffaello Hotel (or similar)
2 nights in Venice (Mestre) at 4-star
Delfino Venezia Mestre (or similar)
3 nights in Rome at 4-star,
Hotel St. Martin (or similar)
11 meals: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunch, and 2 dinners
Hop on Hop off bus ticket for Rome
Entrance to the Mark’s Basilica in Venice- “skip the line”
Assisi for a visit to the mystic town of Saint Francis
Tour Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, and St Peters Basilica
Panoramic guided walking tour of Venice
Cooking Class with Dinner
Visit Tuscany Wine Region
Visit Bologna and Padua
Visit Assisi, Florence, and Sienna
English-speaking guide on tours
Not Included - Optional Add On
Gratuities - $20 per person per day
Estimated Airfare - $1600
Not Included
Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned
City tax for overnight stays (according to each city council’s rules)
Early Check-In or Late Check-Out at hotels
Any items of a personal nature
Passports, Visas & Travel Permit(s)
Health requirements, and required travel insurance
Water, drinks & Alcoholic beverages
Laundry
Additional Gratuities (bellman. porters, waiters )
Porter Service
** Itinerary subject to change
All tours and entrance fees are included
Maximum 2 travelers per room
The Hotel St. Martin is located a few meters from Piazza della Repubblica and in front of the Castro Pretorio metro station, a convenient and strategic location both for tourists visiting Rome and for business travelers. A few steps from Rome Termini Station, the capital's main railway hub and from the shopping area of Via Nazionale. The Baths of Diocletian, the largest thermal complex of Ancient Rome, and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli, the latest project by Michelangelo, the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, the Opera House, the Circus Maximus and the Palazzo del Quirinale are located in the immediate vicinity.
Hospitality and excellence, just steps from the heart of Florence Located at the entrance to the city, Hotel Raffaello is the ideal starting point for visiting Florence, discovering its history and breathing its unique atmosphere. The hotel is easy to reach both for those who arrive in Florence by car or by train. Our staff will welcome you with professionalism, courtesy and a pinch of happiness... after all, we are in the heart of Tuscany!
Both business and leisure travelers seeking a Hotel in Mestre, near Venice, will find a perfect accommodation at the Delfino Hotel. Venice is easily reachable by bus, whose stop is just in front of the building. Buses run 24/7 every 10 min., and the journey lasts aprox. 10 minutes. Our Hotel, part of the complex Ambasciatori&Delfino, with more than 250 rooms, is only 800 mts far from the train station, and just 5 min on foot from Mestre city centre. In our 4-star hotel in Mestre, Venice we are all fully focused on ensuring customers’ satisfaction, providing the most efficient service, trying to make them feel completely at home. Come and visit us now!
The estimated airfare for your travel is $1200.00 plus $35 ticketing fee.
Please be aware that once your flight is ticketed, the fare will be updated accordingly on your travel invoice.
Gratuities are required - $20 per person per day can be included in the cost of your package or you can pay up on arrival before checking in to the hotel to your TBOG Travel Concierge or your Lead Tour Guide. This is the gratuities for your driver/tour guide, tour guides at various locations, hotel breakfast staff, bellman upon arrival.
Gratuities not included are lunch & dinner gratuities, airport porters and bellman services requested by guests.
This Trip Is Non-Refundable
Cancellations must be received by email. Cancellation made 60 days prior to the date of departure, a travel credit will be issued to the individual traveler. Cancellation fees will apply: initial deposit, booking fees, donations, late fees, reinstatement and any additional fees as stated on the specific registration. Other nonrefundable fees may be incurred from, and not limited to, the Hotel, Airline, Ground Transportation, and other service providers which override TBOG Travel's cancellation policy and can be up to 100% of the cost of the booking, regardless of whether travel has commenced. Cancellations made within 61 days of the departure date are non-refundable and not eligible to obtain a travel credit.
If a reservation is cancelled by TBOG Travel prior to commencement of the trip, TBOG Travel shall have no responsibility beyond the issuance of credit for the monies paid related to the trip that was canceled by TBOG Travel without offset for cancellation fees imposed by TBOG Travel or third-party vendors. Example: Reservations in arrears 91 days will cancel automatically for non-payment. Any monies paid will be forfeited and not refunded. Where TBOG Travel incurs any liability for a cancellation fee or charge for any booking which you cancel, you agree to indemnify us for that fee or charge.
Travel Credits can be used to purchase other specific TBOG Tour the World Travel Experiences.
Travel credits issued from travel booked:
For 2024 travel will be valid through and must be used for travel before December 31, 2025
For 2025 travel, will be valid through and must be used for travel before December 31, 2026.
For 2026 travel, will be valid through and must be used for travel before December 31, 2027.
If you choose a TBOG Tour the World Travel Experience that is more than your travel credit, you are responsible for any additional cost. If the new Travel Experience is less than the travel credit, a future travel credit will be issued for the difference.
TBOG Travel reserves the right to restrict any changes to a reservation. All changes are subject to availability. Please note that changes made to overall party size, date, or location may result in a change to the rate. For your peace of mind, we recommend the purchase of travel insurance, we have partnered with Travel Guard to offer travel insurance protection. Travel Guard insurance policies are underwritten by AIG.
Please note: These policies are subject to change at any time.
Be prepared with travel insurance coverage through Travel Guard. Plans can include coverage for medical expenses, trip interruption and more and include emergency travel services so you can be sure that Travel Guard has an insurance plan that meets your traveling needs. Travel Guard is available to assist 24 hours a day.
Travel Guard's Trip Insurance Plans provide valuable coverage at an affordable price and includes an early purchase benefit of a waiver of Pre-existing Medical Condition Exclusion and Cancel for Any Reason option, if purchased within 15 days of the initial trip payment.
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You will need to consider what to pack, to ensure you can use your personal electrical appliances safely whilst abroad. This normally includes the use of a travel adapter, which is a device that simply allows you to plug any US electrical appliance into a foreign electrical socket. It is important to note that it does not convert the voltage or frequency.
Type C travel adapter plugs for use in European countries such as Italy, Iceland, Greece, France, Iceland, Spain, Portugal, Croatia, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Netherlands, Turkey and more.
October is the start of autumn in Rome and you can expect good hours of sunshine, mild temperatures and a reasonable amount of dry days, with the occasional shower. The average temperature in Rome in October is 64F with a range from 73F to 54F degrees.
The weather in Florence in October is mild and pleasant, with average daytime temperatures hovering around 68°F. However, evenings and nights can be quite chilly, so it is advisable to have several layers of clothing to stay comfortable.
The average temperature in Venice in October for a typical day ranges from a high of 67°F to a low of 55°F . Some would describe it as mildly cool with a gentle breeze.
Be sure to check the weather prior to your departure date,
Italian is the official language of Italy, and 93% of population are native Italian speakers. Around 50% of population speak a regional dialect as mother tongue. Many dialects are mutually unintelligible and thus considered by linguists as separate languages, but are not officially recognized.
Here are some helpful phrases:
Yes – Si – See
No – No – Noh
Please – Per favore – Pehr fah-voh-reh
Thank you – Grazie – Grah-tsee-eh
You’re welcome – Prego – Preh-goh
Cheers! (To your health) – Salute! – Sah-loo-tay
Excuse me (for attention) – Scusi – Skooh–zee
Excuse me (to pass by) – Permesso – Pehr-mehs-soh
Do you speak English? – Parla Inglese? – Parh-la een-glay-zeh
I don’t understand – Non capisco – Non kah-pee-skoh
I’m sorry – Mi dispiace – Mee dees-pyah-cheh
Good morning (formal) – Buon giorno – Bwohn-johr-noh
Good afternoon (formal) – Buona sera – Bwoh-nah-se -rah
Good night (formal) – Buona notte – Bwoh–nah–noh–teh
Hi / Bye (informal) – Ciao! – Chow
Good bye (formal) – Arrivederci – Ahr-ree-veh-dehr-chee
My name is … – Mi chiamo – Mee kyah-moh
What is your name? – Come si chiama? – Koh-meh see kyah-mah?
Pleased to meet you – Piacere – Pyah-cheh-reh
How are you? (formal) – Come sta? – Koh-meh stah?
Good thank you – Bene grazie – Beh-neh grah-tsee-eh
- Layered clothing, such as long-sleeve shirts, light sweaters and a jacket.
- Pants and jeans for cooler temperatures.
- A nice outfit for an evening out.
- Proper clothing for visit to Vatican i.e. no mini skirts, shorts or sleeveless tops.
- Sturdy and comfortable walking shoes.
- A waterproof jacket, rain shoe and umbrella for occasional rain.
- A hat and gloves towards late autumn, especially if you’re visiting the cooler northern regions.
- A day pack or tote bag for day trips.
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Experience the magic of Rome with our exclusive offer! Start your journey with a warm welcome at the airport and enjoy a seamless transfer to your hotel, completely taken care of. Explore Rome at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off daily ticket for the I Love Rome City Tour. Climb aboard the open-top Gray Line buses and be awed by the panoramic views as you pass by the city's famous landmarks. With audio commentary in 12 languages, you can immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Rome. Make the most of your day as the bus makes eight stops, giving you the freedom to hop on and off as you please. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to discover Rome like never before!
After enjoying a delightful breakfast at the hotel, set off on an extraordinary journey that will take you through the captivating destinations of Assisi, Siena, and Florence. Your first stop is the picturesque town of Assisi, renowned for its harmonious blend of art, nature, history, and religious traditions. As the birthplace of the Franciscan founder, Assisi holds immense significance for Catholic pilgrims and has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Be prepared to be mesmerized by the stunning beauty and spiritual aura of this remarkable town.
, characterized by its unique spiral layout, labyrinthine streets, and medieval charm. Siena boasts an intriguing history and is known for being one of Italy's best-preserved medieval cities. Take the time to explore the imposing edifices, soak in the breathtaking ambiance, and immerse yourself in the captivating stories that have shaped this incredible city.
After an indulgent breakfast, immerse yourself in the magnificence of Florence, celebrated as the "Cradle of the Renaissance," where the zenith of Italian art was realized under the influence of Michelangelo. Behold the city's Etruscan-Roman origins, a historical gem that prospered during the Middle Ages as a free "Comune," and was further honed during the Renaissance. Discover the iconic landmarks such as Piazza 
one of Italy's most iconic landmarks. As a guest, you'll have the unique opportunity to ascend the structure and behold breathtaking views of Florence and the Tuscany region.
Before embarking on a journey to Tuscany, start your day with breakfast. This region is renowned for its vineyard-covered hills, cypress trees, and medieval villages. Visit the medieval town of Montepulciano, known for Renaissance architecture and wine tasting. 
