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Italy's Best

Oct 10 - 24, 2026

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Debbie Woodman

D&D Woodman Travel

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debbie@d-dwoodmantravel.com

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Overview


14 Day Tour from Rome to Rome

With its magnificent architecture, beautiful landscapes, sumptuous cuisine, ancient ruins, and brilliant art, Italy is a country like no other. On this affordable Italy’s Best tour, you’ll experience all of this and more. The excursion to the spectacular Cinque Terre—five medieval seaside villages, is not to be missed. The area is noted for its natural beauty with terraces built into the mountainside on cliffs that drop down into the sea. Delight in the unique charm of the area and take in the breathtaking views. On your journey through Tuscany, watch the undulating hills, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages. More stunning scenery awaits at Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes. Located on the edge of the Swiss Alps, it’s the perfect place to relax and soak in the beauty. Briefly cross the border into Switzerland to Lugano, a lakeside town with a Mediterranean flair. In southern Italy, witness magnificent views of the crystal-clear, blue sea in the vibrant town of Sorrento, and enjoy a day trip to Capri where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. On this comprehensive Italy adventure, history comes alive. Visit Pompeii, buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This amazingly preserved archaeological site gives you a detailed insight into ordinary life at the peak of the Roman Empire. In Rome, during the city sightseeing tour with a local guide, see the main sights, as well as Vatican City with St Peter’s Basilica. In Genoa, boasting Europe’s largest medieval historical district, view the remains of the city’s 17th-century fortifications. Visit St Francis’ Basilica in Assisi, a medieval town set in the green Umbrian hills. Guided city sightseeing tours are planned in Rome, Florence, Assisi, and Genoa. Your visit to Venice includes a boat trip to St Mark’s square to see the maze of canals forming this unique romantic city. These are just some of the many highlights of this affordable tour of Italy!

Day 2 · Sun, Oct 11 · Rome, Italy


Arrive in Rome, Italy

Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital with the help of the CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.

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Hotel check-in – American Palace Eur, Rome

Via Laurentina 554, 00143 Roma, Italy

American Palace Eur Via Laurentina, 554 Rome, Italy 00143 Tel: +39 0659 13552 Stay: October 11, 2026 – October 13, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard. Fi...

Day 3 · Mon, Oct 12 · Rome, Italy


Rome

Discover why Rome is known as the “Eternal City,” steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique. Start your included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the cit...

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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (optional)

Optional excursion – Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (Rome) With a local guide, stroll through the Vatican Museums and marvel at Michelangelo's famous creation in the Sistine Chapel. The Vatican Museums house over 2,000 rooms and 9 miles of some ...

Roman Holiday Stroll: Iconic Squares & Italian Aperitivo (optional)

Optional excursion – Roman Holiday Stroll: Iconic Squares & Italian Aperitivo (Rome) Enjoy a leisurely stroll through Rome’s most iconic squares, from the elegance of Piazza del Popolo to the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, and the Pantheon. Yo...

Day 4 · Tue, Oct 13 · Rome to Montecatini


Rome-Pisa-Montecatini

Vistas of rolling hills, rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa and take a mini-train ride to the Square of Miracles with the amazing Le...

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Hotel check-in – Ambasciatori Palace, Montecatini

Viale IV Novembre 12, 51016 Montecatini Terme (PT), Italy

Ambasciatori Palace Viale 4 Novembre, 12 Montecatini, Italy 51016 Tel: 0572 73301 Stay: October 13, 2026 – October 15, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard...

Farmhouse Dinner in the Tuscan Countryside

Optional excursion – Farmhouse Dinner in the Tuscan Countryside (Montecatini area) Enjoy a lovely dinner in the Tuscan countryside at an ancient farmhouse where wine and olive oil are produced, and experience traditional Tuscan hospitality. Depend...

Day 5 · Wed, Oct 14 · Montecatini


Montecatini. Excursion to Florence

Today, enjoy an included excursion to Florence. Your Local Guide will show you the city highlights on the walking tour. You will see Piazza Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard and Loggia dei Lanzi. To top it a...

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Florence Taste & Tales (optional)

Optional excursion – Florence Taste & Tales Step back in time on this tour through Florence’s historic streets. Begin with a seated tasting at a traditional Florentine restaurant, enjoying a selection of Tuscan specialties in an authentic setting....

VIP Skip-the-Line Accademia Tour: Michelangelo’s David (optional)

Optional excursion – VIP Skip-the-Line Accademia Tour: Michelangelo’s David with Expert Local Guide (Florence) Enjoy priority access to Florence’s renowned Accademia Gallery—home to Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the David, and other Renaissance icon...

Day 6 · Thu, Oct 15 · Montecatini to Genoa


Montecatini-La Spezia-Cinque Terre-Genoa

Reach La Spezia and hop aboard a train that travels by the Cinque Terre villages. The beauty of these rugged cliffs and romantic fishing villages once inspired the poet, Lord Byron. Enjoy spectacular views from the train, plus a stop with free tim...

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Hotel check-in – Starhotels President, Genoa

Corte Lambruschini 4, 16129 Genova, Italy

Starhotels President Corte Lambruschini, 4 Genoa, Italy 16129 Tel: +39 010 57271 Stay: October 15, 2026 – October 16, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard....

Day 7 · Fri, Oct 16 · Genoa to Lake Maggiore


Genoa-Milan-Lake Maggiore

Today’s included guided tour is an excellent introduction to Genoa. A maze of squares and alleys, the city grew around the port, a natural inlet, and boasts the largest medieval historical district in Europe. Next, head north into the plains of Lo...

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Hotel check-in – Simplon, Baveno (Lake Maggiore)

Corso Garibaldi 52, 28831 Baveno, Italy

Simplon Corso Giuseppe Garibaldi, 52 Baveno, Italy I‑28831 Tel: +39 0323 924656 Stay: October 16, 2026 – October 18, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard. ...

Day 8 · Sat, Oct 17 · Lake Maggiore


Lake Maggiore. Exursion to Lugano, Switzerland

Time to relax and get to know Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes, located on the very edge of Alpine Switzerland. On clear days, you can see the peaks of the Alps. Take advantage of the included excursion to visit Lugano in the Italian-sp...

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Day 9 · Sun, Oct 18 · Lake Maggiore to Venice Area


Lake Maggiore-Verona-Venice Area

Travel across the fertile Po River plain. Stop in the romantic city of Verona for some time at leisure. Admire the Roman Arena, perfectly preserved and still hosting concerts and festivals during the summer, shop, or taste some of the excellent lo...

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Hotel check-in – Poppi, Venice area

Via Romea, 80, 30034 Gambarare di Mira, Italy

Poppi Via Romea, 80 Venezia‑Gambarare Mira, Italy I‑30030 Tel: +39 041 5675661 Stay: October 18, 2026 – October 20, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard. F...

Day 10 · Mon, Oct 19 · Venice


Venice

Venice is more like a romantic film set than a real-life city, with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation starts with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and is followed by ...

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Day 11 · Tue, Oct 20 · Venice Area to Foligno


Venice Area-Assisi-Foligno

Enjoy an interesting drive southward right across the Po Delta, through the Emilia-Romagna region to Assisi, enclosed by ramparts and little changed since the Middle Ages. This is the town of the deeply mystical and poetic St. Francis. See the Bas...

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Hotel check-in – City Hotel & Suites, Foligno (Assisi area)

Via Massimo Arcamone 16, 06034 Foligno, Perugia, Italy

City Hotel & Suites Via M. Arcamone, 16 Foligno, Italy 6034 Tel: +39 0742 321666 Stay: October 20, 2026 – October 21, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar standard....

Day 12 · Wed, Oct 21 · Assisi Area to Sorrento Coast


Foligno-Pompeii-Sorrento Coast

Travel to Pompeii, where time stopped for the rich, aristocratic town with the terrible eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. On the included guided visit of the archaeological site, see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theatre, and forum. Carry...

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Hotel check-in – Grand Hotel Moon Valley, Vico Equense (Sorrento Coast)

Corso Caulino 5, Frazione Seiano, 80069 Vico Equense, Napoli, Italy

Grand Hotel Moon Valley Corso Caulino 5 Vico Equense, Italy 80069 Tel: +39 081 802 8015 Stay: October 21, 2026 – October 23, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar st...

Day 13 · Thu, Oct 22 · Sorrento Coast


Sorrento Coast. Boat Trip to Capri

Depart the Sorrento Coast for a day trip to the legendary island of Capri, surrounded by a rocky coastline where the sea has carved awe‑inspiring caves. In Capri town, with its pretty piazzetta, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and inviting...

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Day 14 · Fri, Oct 23 · Sorrento Coast to Rome


Sorrento Coast-Rome

Today, enjoy time at leisure on the Sorrento Coast or choose an optional excursion to Positano to experience the Amalfi Coast, following the curves of the coastline dotted with colorful clifftop villages. Later, return by coach to Rome for your fi...

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Hotel check-in – Grand Fleming Hotel, Rome

Grand Fleming Hotel P.za M. Leone Spoleto, 20 Roma, Italy I‑00191 Tel: +39 06 3337264 Stay: October 23, 2026 – October 24, 2026. Hotels and accommodations are provisional and subject to change and may be substituted with properties of similar stan...

Day 15 · Sat, Oct 24 · Rome, Italy


Rome

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

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Departure from Rome

Your vacation ends in Rome with breakfast this morning. Meal included: Breakfast.