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Hotel: Isabella, Sorrento.
After checking in to your hotel, spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the beautiful surroundings or relaxing in the comfort of your accommodations.
Meals: Breakfast
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Sep 3
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Aug 26 - Sep 6, 2026
Lucie McLaughlin
Lucie’s Luxury Travel, LLC
lucie@lluxurytravel.com
8439962607
Best of Italy – an 11-day guided journey with Insight Vacations visiting Rome, Florence, Pisa, Venice, Assisi, Sorrento, Capri, the Amalfi Coast and Pompeii, featuring local experts, MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences, and included breakfasts and selected dinners.
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Day 1 | Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome Welcome to Rome, a glorious city filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches. Settle in before joining your Travel Director and get to know your fellow t...
9:00AM
Day 2 | Vatican City and Rome with a Local The day is devoted to The Eternal City. Join a Local Expert for an in-depth visit to the Vatican Museums, full of priceless art treasures collected by the Popes. Visit the Sistine Chapel, where Popes are ...
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10:00AM
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Piazzas and Fountains Enjoy a guided passeggiata with a Local Expert through Rome’s cobblestone streets. Venture into the heart of Ancient Rome, wander through its charming squares, and marvel at the city’s iconic landmarks t...
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OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Roman Dinner Party Enjoy an evening of delicious Roman cuisine with drinks and a great Italian ambiance.
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Day 3 | The Chianti Hills to Florence Continue this guided tour of Italy with a drive to the picturesque Chianti Hills and the historic city of Florence. Travel north from Rome, passing through the rolling landscapes of Lazio and into the heart of...
Hotel: Roma Florence / FH55 Grand Hotel Mediterraneo / Starhotels Tuscany / Columbus Urban Resort. Travel north from Rome, passing through the rolling landscapes of Lazio and into the heart of Tuscany. Here, you'll witness traditional leatherwork ...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: San Gimignano Excursion Join your Local Expert in San Gimignano, Tuscany’s ‘medieval Manhattan’, where 14 towers still rise above cobbled lanes. Discover how rival families built these structures in a show of power, and explo...
9:00AM – 5:00PM · 8hr
Day 4 | Florence, Birthplace of the Renaissance Explore Florence with Insight Choice. Choose to visit the Accademia Museum and see Michelangelo’s David. After, continue on foot to admire the multicoloured marble cathedral, bell tower and baptister...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: You will be offered one of the following two Optional Experiences depending on availability: Tuscan Dinner at Villa Machiavelli Through the Chianti hills, you'll drive past vineyards to a delightful hamlet. Our destination is...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: You will be offered one of the following two Optional Experiences depending on availability: Tuscan Dinner & Cooking Demonstration Florence and Tuscany are renowned for their rich gastronomic heritage. Tonight we'll travel in...
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Day 5 | Pisa to Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic Journey to the coastal town of Pisa and see the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles, as well as the baptistery and colonnaded bell tower behind the cathedral. Relax and enjoy the scenery...
Hotel: Indigo-Sant Elena / Carlton on the Grand Canal / Molino Stucky. As evening falls, day-trippers leave the city to return to the mainland, allowing you to appreciate the peace and tranquility of Venice from your centrally located hotel. Tonig...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Magical Venice Venice can be Europe's most romantic city in the evening, offering dramatic landscapes with buildings that dazzle as the sun sets and the lights go on. Sit back and take it all in as private water taxis take yo...
Day 6 | Venice and the Magic of La Serenissima Cruise by private boat on a journey of discovery past churches and palaces reflecting the rich architectural history of Venice from the 13th to the 18th centuries. Marvel at the intricate facades and ...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Hidden Venice Experience Venice's big set pieces is to miss out on a hidden world full of surprises! Join a Local Expert for a fascinating walk through some of the lesser known quarters of Venice. The back lanes and ‘campi’, ...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Burano Excursion & Meal Leave the hustle of St Mark's Square behind on a delightful private cruise around the islands of the Venetian lagoon. Alight at the island of Burano, a photographer's paradise, famous for its candy col...
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Day 7 | Assisi Continue your 11 days in Italy with a journey to the peaceful town of Assisi, nestled on the slopes of Mount Subasio and renowned for its medieval churches, vibrant frescoes and sun-dappled courtyards. In the valley, see the Church ...
Hotel: Giotto, Assisi. In the valley, see the Church of St. Mary of the Angels, revered as the place of St. Francis’ passing. Then ascend to the upper town to meet your Local Expert. Step inside the monumental Basilica of St. Francis, a 13th-centu...
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Day 8 | Sorrento on the coast Travel south, passing Cassino, the site of a fierce and pivotal battle during World War II. Continue your journey along the spectacular clifftop road, offering breathtaking views, to reach the resort of the Sorrento c...
Hotel: Isabella, Sorrento. After checking in to your hotel, spend the rest of the day at your leisure, exploring the beautiful surroundings or relaxing in the comfort of your accommodations. Meals: Breakfast
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Sorrento Evening A chance to enjoy a delicious dinner of local specialties. We arrive at one of the area's unique local restaurants for an incredible dining experience featuring some of the famous dishes of this region!
Day 9 | Capri, the Isle of Dreams Cross the Bay of Naples to reach the beautiful Isle of Capri, a rock rising sheer from the Mediterranean! For 2,000 years, Capri has beckoned visitors from Emperor Tiberius to Gracie Fields. Arriving at the Marina...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Island Tour of Capri Experience a private, guided cruise along the beautiful southern coast to see spectacular cliffs, the famous Faraglioni Rocks and White Grotto sea cave with its small red coral. View the turquoise waters ...
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES: Amalfi Coast Drive & Positano Visit Drive along the clear blue waters and picturesque resorts of the Amalfi Coast, arguably the most glamorous and scenic stretch of coast in Europe. Minibuses wind their way down serpentine ro...
Day 10 | Pompeii and Rome Continue to Pompeii, the opulent Roman town that was preserved by layers of ash from the disastrous eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79. A walk with your Local Expert through the cobbled streets and extensive excavation...
Hotel: NH Roma Centro, Rome. Your journey continues to Rome. In the evening, enjoy an elegant dinner with local wine at a Roman restaurant. As you dine, enjoy a private performance of popular songs and arias from some of Italy's best-loved operas....
Day 11 | Arrivederci Roma Bid farewell to the glories of Italy, savoring the memories of its enchanting cities, historic landmarks and stunning landscapes. Italy's unique allure will linger in your heart long after you leave. Meals: Breakfast