7-Nights La Dolce Vita: Venice, Florence & Rome - Custom Groups of 10+ from $1,900

Goway Travel

OFFER ID 1722886

Epic Scenery, Iconic Landmarks Glide through Venice’s dreamy canals, walk the storied streets of Florence, and stand in awe beneath Rome’s Sistine ceiling—this 8-day journey through Italy is a masterpiece of history, beauty, and unforgettable moments.

Trip Overview:

Let Italy’s iconic cities seduce your senses on this immersive journey through Venice, Florence and Rome. Begin in Venice, where cobbled alleys, gilded basilicas and moonlit canals invite you to slow down and sink into its dreamlike rhythm. A guided walk reveals the secrets of the Serenissima, from lively squares to hushed backstreets where tradition lingers.

A high-speed train carries you from watery Venice to Renaissance Florence, gliding past vineyards and olive groves. In Florence, the streets themselves feel like art. Discover artisan shops, grand cathedrals, and the living legacy of masters like Michelangelo and Botticelli. With time to explore at your own pace, Florence offers space for personal discovery—be it a tucked-away trattoria or a view from Piazzale Michelangelo.

Rome provides a grand finale. From the glowing fountains and piazzas of an evening stroll to the epic scale of the Colosseum and Vatican, the Eternal City reveals layer after layer of wonder. History, faith, art, and life intertwine here in unforgettable ways.

This week-long escape through Italy’s cultural heart offers more than sightseeing—it’s a sensorial invitation to fall in love with the past while living beautifully in the present.

Highlights:

Glide into Venice by boat, soaking in its canals, bridges, and timeless romantic charm.
Explore St. Mark’s Square and the quiet corners of Venice with a local guide.
Journey by train to Florence, discovering Renaissance art, grand piazzas, and artisan workshops.
Travel on to Rome for an evening walk past the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, and Spanish Steps.
Explore the Colosseum and Vatican, then savour your final espresso in the Eternal City.

Included Services:

7 nights Moderate Hotel Accommodation as per itinerary (or similar) based on twin share.
Meals: Breakfast daily as per itinerary.
Local Tour Manager throughout the tour
Sightseeing with English-speaking local guides as per itinerary.
All transfers and transportation is by private, air-conditioned coach (One Group transfer meeting one flight only on arrival and departure is included.)
One bag per person on the coach touring/transfers. Additional bags will be carried subject to availability. Additional charges will apply if additional vehicles are required.
Service charges and taxes at existing rates. In the event of an increase in tax or of the introduction of a new city tax after the date of this offer and before date of travel, we will be forced to collect the increased amount.

Excluded Services:

All airfares, departure taxes & fuel surcharges, seat selection
Additional charges will apply for extra transfers if anyone in the group is arriving or departing on different flights.
Any future fuel surcharges on land arrangements or additional costs due to COVID rules
Personal items
Changes in Government taxes and/or city taxes
Airport and Hotel Porterage
Optional Tours
Meals unless listed in itinerary
Tips & Gratuities
Early check-in & late check out of rooms (standard check-in time is 2pm and check out 10am)
Travel Insurance
Visa/passport handling fees

7 nights from $1,900 per person

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Venice

Touch down in Venice, the legendary city built on 118 islands and laced with canals that have captivated travellers for centuries. From the moment you step off the plane, your Italian escape begins in unforgettable style. Enjoy one group transfer to transport you from the airport directly to your hotel—a journey unlike any airport transfer you’ve known. Glide past historic buildings, gondolas, and quiet back canals as the watery heart of Venice opens before you like a painting come to life. Your luggage is transported separately, leaving you free to soak in the city’s ethereal atmosphere from the very start. This evening, settle into your accommodations and let the charm of Venice begin to work its magic.

Day 2: Venice

Begin your day with a guided exploration of Venice, where every step reveals a story and every canal reflects centuries of artistry. Your expert local guide leads you on a walking tour through this maze-like city, unveiling its most iconic sights. Marvel at the grandeur of St. Mark’s Square, where the golden façade of St. Mark’s Basilica glitters under the morning sun. Cross the Ponte dell’Accademia, one of the city's famed bridges offering sweeping views of the Grand Canal. Beyond the landmarks, you’ll discover quiet alleys, hidden squares, and artisan workshops that give Venice its intimate character. It's not just a tour—it's an invitation to fall in love with one of the world's most enchanting cities.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 3: Venice to Florence

This morning, bid Venice farewell and board a high-speed train to Florence. Relax and enjoy the view as the Venetian lagoon gives way to vineyards, olive groves, and distant hilltop villages. As the countryside flashes by, prepare to step into the heart of the Renaissance. Upon arrival, your guide introduces you to the city’s soul: Piazza della Signoria, the majestic Duomo, and hidden artisan shops where traditions live on. Florence feels like an open-air museum—and today, you're part of the masterpiece. Explore the artisan-lined streets where craftsmen still practice age-old trades. This is a city where art, architecture, and atmosphere converge to stir the soul.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4: Florence

Today is yours to explore Florence at your own pace. Whether you're an art lover, foodie, history buff, or simply a seeker of beauty, the city offers something to inspire every traveler. Visit the Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy, Europe’s oldest, and breathe in centuries of botanical tradition. Wander the Oltrarno district, where hidden ateliers and leather workshops preserve Florence’s artisanal heart. Sip cappuccino in a sun-dappled piazza or climb to Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views of the city’s iconic skyline. Florence rewards slow discovery—every turn of a corner reveals a new treasure, a quiet moment, or a visual masterpiece.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5: Florence to Rome

After breakfast, transfer to the train station and board your next high-speed ride to Rome, where ancient ruins and Renaissance opulence await. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and given time to rest or begin your Roman adventure independently. As night falls, the city takes on a magical glow. Join your guide for a “Rome by Night” walking tour that reveals the city’s most beloved landmarks at their most captivating. See the Spanish Steps bathed in soft light, make a wish at the Trevi Fountain, and marvel at the timeless beauty of the Pantheon, all while learning stories of emperors, artists, and the golden age of la dolce vita. Rome by day is magnificent—but Rome by night is pure enchantment.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 6: Rome

Today, journey deep into the layers of Rome’s history on a full-day guided tour. Start with the grandeur of Ancient Rome: gaze at the Colosseum, explore the ruins of the Imperial Forums, and climb Palatine Hill, the birthplace of the Eternal City. In the afternoon, enter the spiritual heart of the Catholic world with a tour of the Vatican Museums. Gaze upon Raphael’s frescoes, see the priceless treasures of the papal collection, and stand in silent awe beneath Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel ceiling. Conclude your visit in St. Peter’s Basilica, a marvel of Renaissance architecture and faith. With the help of your guide and personal headsets, the stories of Rome’s past come alive in vivid detail.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 7: Rome

Spend your final full day in Italy savoring the Eternal City on your own terms. Return to your favorite piazzas, linger over a long lunch in Trastevere, or discover lesser-known gems like the Aventine Keyhole or Campo de' Fiori. For art lovers, the Galleria Borghese offers a feast of masterpieces in a lush villa setting. Or perhaps today is best spent enjoying the simple pleasure of a perfect espresso, a sunny Roman afternoon, and the timeless beauty all around you. However, you choose to spend your time, Rome will reward you with lasting memories.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8: Depart from Rome

Your journey ends with one group transfer to the airport. As you leave the Eternal City, carry with you not just souvenirs, but memories of gondola glides, Renaissance marvels, and Roman twilight. Until next time—ciao.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Featured Destinations

Rome

Sprawled across seven legendary hills, romantic and beautiful Rome was one
of the great centers of the ancient world. Although its beginning is shrouded
in legend and its development is full of intrigue and struggle, Rome has always
been and remains the Eternal City.

Rome enjoyed its greatest splendor during the 1st and 2nd centuries when art
flourished, monumental works of architecture were erected, and the mighty Roman
legions swept outward, conquering all of Italy. These victorious armies then
swept across the Mediterranean and beyond to conquer most of the known world.
With Rome's establishment as capital of the western world, a new ascent to glory
began.

Today's Rome, with its splendid churches, ancient monuments and palaces, spacious
parks, tree-lined boulevards, fountains, outdoor cafes and elegant shops, is
one of the world’s most attractive and exciting cities. Among the most famous
monuments is the Colosseum. As you walk its cool, dark passageways, imagine
the voices that once filled the arena as 50,000 spectators watched combats between
muscled gladiators and ferocious animals.

Stop to see the remains of the Forum, once the city's political and commercial
center. In later times, Rome's squares were enhanced with such imposing structures
as the Vittorio Emanuele Monument and grandiose fountains like the Fontana di
Trevi. Join the millions who stand in awe of Christendom’s most magnificent
church and admire the timeless masterpieces of Michelangelo's frescoes in the
Sistine Chapel.

Rome jars the senses and captures the soul. Grasp all you can during the short,
precious time you have available in the Eternal City. With so much to see and
do, a day or two will only allow you a sampling of the city's marvelous treasures.

Caution: As in many big cities and tourist destinations purse snatching
and pickpocketing is common. Valuable jewelry and excess cash are best left
in a safety deposit box in your hotel.

Shopping For most visitors shopping for beautiful Italian leather articles,
designer shoes, fashions for men and women, linens, knitwear, silk scarves and
ties is a favorite pastime. Except for tourist-oriented shops, the majority
of stores are closed on Sundays. Some of the department stores, such as Rinascente,
open in the late afternoon on Sundays.

Cuisine Rome's choice of restaurants is mindboggling as is the variety
of cuisine. Whether your meal is at a top-rated restaurant or a rustic trattoria,
you can be sure that you will enjoy your food, especially when accompanied by
wines from the hill towns surrounding Rome.

Other Sights Rome's attractions are endless, and depending on how much
time you have at your disposal a careful selection has to be made about what
to see. Be aware of horrendous traffic conditions and major construction work
all around the city in preparation of Jubilee 2000, the Holy Year. Some of the
sights not to be missed:

Piazza Venezia - This busy square is easily recognized by its imposing Vittorio
Emanuele II Monument. The white marble structure was inaugurated in 1911 as
a symbol of Italy’s unification.

The Forum - Once the civic heart of ancient Rome, today the remains include
a series of ruins, marble fragments, isolated columns and some worn arches.

Colosseum - No visit to Rome is complete without a stop at this awe-inspiring
theater, which is among the world’s most celebrated buildings. Here ancient
Rome flocked to see gladiatorial contests and numerous other spectacles.

Trevi Fountain - Take a stroll to Rome's famous fountain. A spectacular fantasy
of mythical sea creatures and cascades of splashing water, the fountain is one
of the city's foremost attractions. Legend has it that visitors must toss a
coin into the fountain to ensure their return to Rome.

St. Peter's Square - Part of Vatican City, this square created by Bernini
is considered one of the loveliest squares in the world. Twin Doric colonnades
topped with statues of various saints and martyrs flank either side of the square.
In the center stands an 84-foot obelisk, brought from Egypt in 37 A.D.

St. Peter's Basilica - At the head of the square stands Christendom's most
magnificent church, which was begun in 1452 on the site where St. Peter was
buried. Throughout the following 200 years, such Renaissance masters as Bramante,
Michelangelo, Raphael and Bernini worked on its design and created an unparalleled
masterpiece. Of special note are Michelangelo's Pieta and the bronze canopy
over the high altar by Bernini. The immense dome was designed by Michelangelo.

Vatican Museum - To see this museum's immense collection would take days.
As you enter, there are special posters that plot a choice of four color-coded
itineraries. They are repeated throughout the museum and are easy to follow.
It is a good idea to pickup a leaflet at the main entrance and concentrate on
exhibits of major interest. Of course, the Sistine Chapel is a must. Most likely
you may have to wait in line to enter.

Excursions

Rome Highlights and Vatican: 9 hours

Meet your private English-speaking driver at the pier side of Civitavecchia port.
Rome is a mix of architecture styles, of antiques and new, of sacred and profane. In this full day tour you can enjoy a sample of this capital city. With your guide reach the Vatican city where you can visit the Museums, admiring its priceless collection of art and architecture: highlights include Raphael's Transfiguration, The Raphael Rooms, the Sculpture Garden featuring the famous Laokoon. Finally, the restored Sistine Chapel, famous all over the world for the breathtaking Michelangelo’s ceiling and the Last Judgment. From here you walk to St. Peter's Basilica to marvel at Michelangelo's Dome, his statue Pietà, Bernini's magnificent Baldacchino and the Tombs of the Popes. The tour will continue with a look at the ancient part of the Eternal city and its symbol: the Coliseum, where, jumping the lines, you will be able to enter in the magnificent Flavian Amphitheatre and admire where the gladiatorial duels, wild beast fights were arranged for the entertainment of Roman people.
The second part of the day will be dedicated to the visit of the city center, starting from Navona Square, the most important of Baroque Rome, where today it is possible to admire the monumental Fountain of the Rivers by Bernini. Continue your tour visiting the Pantheon, the jewel of Roman architecture, then Trevi Fountain, the most famous and beautiful fountain in Rome. End the tour at the Spanish Steps, built entirely in travertine in the 18th century.
We will ensure your timely return transfer to the Civitavecchia Port

Access to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica is allowed only to properly attired visitors.

Highlights:

Vatican Museums, Ancient Rome, main highlights

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: low

Inclusions:
·         Luxury Mercedes minivan at disposal for the entire day
·         English-speaking driver at disposal for the entire day
·         6 hour private English-speaking guide
·         No Line entrance fees for the Vatican Museums and Colosseum

Exclusions:
·         All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
·         Gratuities

Tivoli: Villas in the Countryside - 8 Hours

Ostia Antica - 6 Hours

Roman Castles - 8 Hours

Lake Bracciano and the Monster Park - 8 Hours

Florence

Venice

With a great historic past and incomparable art treasures, Venice is renowned as one of the world’s great cities. Its 118 islands are separated by more than 150 canals and spanned by 400 bridges. During Venice's artistic golden age many magnificent structures were erected to create world-famous masterpieces. One of the best sightseeing routes is along Grand Canal, with many palaces lining the famous waterway. St. Mark’s Square offers access to some of Venice’s most famed attractions - St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. From Piazza San Marco, a maze of narrow streets are lined with shops, cafés and restaurants. A popular pastime is sitting at an outdoor café facing the square while people-watching and letting the whole marvelous scenario unfold. Venice’s Murano, Burano and Torcello Islands comprise an area famous as home of Venice’s glass-blowing industry and known for their charm, skilled lace-making and medieval monuments. Relax on a gondola ride, see art treasures in museums, churches and palaces, and have a sumptuous meal - all in this incomparable city.

Excursions

Venice: Splendours of Venice Walking Tour - 4 hours

Venice: Venice for Art Lovers Walking Tour - 4 hours

Venice: The Roman City of Verona - 7 hours

Venice - St. Marks, Grand Canal and Murano - 6 hours

Venice in a Day - 8 hours

Meet your private English-speaking assistant and private boat at the pier side of Venice port.
The tour will start with an hour cruise by private boat along the Grand Canal to see its beauty as it was intended to be seen by boat. Continue visiting the island of Murano: you will enter into a real working studio and see how the glass is blown and shaped with the original tools which have been used throughout history.

Next, you will come back to Venice and enjoy a ride by gondola: the symbol of Venice. Both if you are honeymooner or young people or well travelled tourist, you will be captured by the elegance and charm of this experience.

After lunch your private English speaking guide will meet you and take you on a walking tour, explaining the historical background of Venice, its origin and development. Visiting St. Mark's square with the Golden Basilica and the Doge's palace, you will come in touch with the most admired and well known artistic jewels, especially from a monumental & architectural point of view. The past splendours of the Serenissima will appear through palaces, churches, bell towers, well curbs, elegant renaissance and baroque facades.

Also worth a detailed visit is the lively area of Rialto's market, connecting the famous bridge to St. Mark's square through the well known Mercerie street: the remnants of Venice's magnificence will fascinate you.
We will ensure your timely return transfer to the Venice Port

Highlights:

Grand Canal, Murano island, Golden Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Bell Tower, main and -off the truck- highlights

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Low

Inclusions:
·         3 hours Luxury private boat at disposal for the entire day
·         English-speaking assistant at disposal for the entire day
·         4 hour private English-speaking guide
·         No Line entrance fees for Basilica and Doge’s Palace

Exclusions:
·         All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
·         Gratuities

Venice: Lagoon Islands - 7 hours

The story of Murano and Burano

The Canal Grande cruise followed by a walking tour of Venice

Vacation Details

Valid Date Ranges

11/06/2026 - 12/31/2028

from $1,900 per person

* This departure has been designated a guaranteed departure by the operator, meaning that the minimum number of guests has been met, although still subject to weather and other conditions.

Prices Start At

from $1,900 per person

Length

7 Nights

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Vacation Rating

Deluxe
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Remarks

Pricing is dynamic and subject to change based on specific travel dates, room categories and availability. Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travelers are available on request - please inquire with your Travel Advisor.

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OFFER ID

1722886

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