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Last Minute Italy

Save up to $2,620 per couple on last minute tours*

9 - 16 night tours

Guided Tour

Multiple departures

Overview

Save up to 15% off last minute Italy tours with Trafalgar*

Why Trafalgar?

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experiences

Every one of Trafalgars tours includes at least one conscious travel experience that supports one or more of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGS). Look out for yours within the day-by-day trip itinerary.

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Travel knowing the 4-point climate action plan will ensure net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Support Local

Your tour directly supports local communities by visiting family-run businesses, UNESCO sites and places of cultural significance.

*Offer is valid for a limited time only. Save up to 15% per person offer is valid on select last minute departures in June, July & August 2025 and is subject to change & availability a time of booking. 

Southern Italy & Sicily

9 night / 10 day Italy Tour of Rome, Sorrento, Capri and Sicily

The sun-kissed south and Sicily are the star attractions on this mesmerising southern Italy trip from Rome to Palermo. Taste local Sicilian wine on the slopes of snow-capped Mount Etna, learn about the ancient Greek heritage of Agrigento and get lost in the medieval cobbled streets of Erice.

From $4,799 per person twin share* SAVE $1,305 per couple!

Departs July - October 2025 & April - October 2026

Tour includes

  • 10 days, 1 country and 9 cities
  • 9 nights accommodation
  • 9 Breakfasts, 5 Dinners

Sightseeing Highlights

  • Explore Pompeii, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo
  • Visit the excavations at Pompeii, the ruins of the ancient Greek theatre at Taormina, the Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, Erice, Monreale Cathedral
  • View the fortress town of Enna and Palermo Cathedral
  • Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri

Travel highlights

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Itinerary

Day 1 | Welcome to Rome

2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a center of celebration. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City.

Rome is yours to explore on your own before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for dinner this evening. Enjoy this beautiful city, whose historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is renowned for its ancient ruins, grand monuments, statues and stunning fountains.

Accommodation: Midas Palace Hotel

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 | Explore the Ruins of Pompeii and Sorrento

From Rome, journey south to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Pompeii. Your Local Specialist will take you on a walking tour of the excavations buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted. See such sites as the Gymnasium, the Temple of Apollo and the impressive Basilica before continuing to your hotel in Sorrento.

Accommodation: Johanna Park Hotel Sorrento

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 | Cruise to the Isle of Capri

Take a ferry to Capri, the isle of sirens according to Greek mythology. You’ll ascend to Capri town by funicular railway and see the famous Piazzetta during your guided walking tour with a Local Specialist. Spend some free time people-watching at one of the local cafés before returning to the mainland, where you can enjoy free time in Sorrento or perhaps choose to visit the famed town of Positano. Let the day's delightful discoveries sink in as you relax at dinner this evening.

Accommodation: Johanna Park Hotel Sorrento

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 | Cross the Strait to Taormina

Drive south past Salerno and through Calabria, crossing the straits of Messina to Sicily and the beachside resort town of Giardini Naxos below Taormina. This evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel.

Accommodation: Sant Alphio Garden Hotel & Spa Giardini Naxos

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 | Gardens and More in Taormina

Your Local Specialist will take you on a walking tour of Taormina on the slopes of Monte Tauro, overlooking the sea. Visit the Greek theatre and see the terraced botanical gardens. Then, stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto and on to the Piazza IX Aprile for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Later, enjoy some free time to shop for souvenirs and handmade ceramics along the Corso, or indulge in a delicious gelato.

Accommodation: Sant Alphio Garden Hotel & Spa Giardini Naxos

Meals: Breakfast

Day 6 | Taormina Your Way

Enjoy a full day to do as you please in this beautiful resort town. Shop, relax, see the sights of your choice, or consider an Optional Experience. Whatever you decide, your Travel Director will be on hand to help you get the most out of your day. Tonight, enjoy a Be My Guest experience.

Accommodation: Sant Alphio Garden Hotel & Spa Giardini Naxos

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 7 | Journey to Ancient Agrigento

Enjoy views of Enna on the way to Agrigento, where your Local Specialist will take you to the Valley of the Temples—the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. See the splendid Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea.

Accommodation: Hotel Dioscuri Bay Palace Agrigento

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 | Explore Erice and on to Palermo

Journey to Erice, a famous hilltop medieval town in western Sicily with its cobbled streets, Norman castles and stunning views of the sea, salt pans and wooded hillsides. Perhaps take a walk to the ruins of Venus Castle with its Balio Gardens. Continue your day with a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Palermo. This evening, you could choose to join an Optional Experience to a coastal village where the colourful fishing boats line the harbour.

Accommodation: Hotel Garibaldi Palermo

Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 | Enjoy the Views in Monreale

Travel to Monreale for views of La Conca d'Oro and explore the magnificent 12th-century Norman Cathedral with your Local Specialist. Later, join your fellow travellers to celebrate your journey with dinner at a local restaurant.

Accommodation: Hotel Garibaldi Palermo

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 | Journey Home

Say arrivederci to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday.

Meals: Breakfast

More departures available. Enquire within your nearest Phil Hoffmann Travel store, click here for more information.

*Advertised pricing is based on this tour on 3 & 10 July 2025 departures, correct as of 3 June 2025.

Best of Italy

12 night /13 day Italy Sightseeing Tour of Rome, Lake Como and Sorrento

Discover the Best of Italy, from the ancient treasures of Rome to Renaissance Florence and everything in between. Imagine walking in the footsteps of St Francis in Assisi, lapping up the chic lifestyle on Capri, and taking a private guided visit to Pompeii to see a Roman city frozen in time.

From $6,335 per person twin share* SAVE $2,230 per couple! 

Departs July - December 2025 & January - December 2026

Tour includes

  • 13 days, 2 countries and 15 cities
  • 12 nights accommodation
  • 12 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners

Sightseeing highlights

  • Fast-Track to the Vatican Museums
  • Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence
  • Discover Venice, Milan and San Gimignano
  • Visit Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, a glassblowing factory in Venice, Lake Como and the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial
  • View Juliet's Balcony in Verona, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the Duomo in Florence
  • See the ancient sites of Rome and the Abbey on Monte Cassino
  • Scenic Cruise Ferry to the Isle of Capri, private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

Travel highlights

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Itinerary

Day 1 | Welcome to Rome

2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a centre of celebration between December 24, 2024, and December 31, 2025. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City.

Ciao Roma! Explore this imperial city of emperors and senators, gods and goddesses before joining your Travel Director for an introduction to the 'Eternal City'. Arrive at Basilica Santa Maria in Cosmedin for a private after-hours visit to the Mouth of Truth. See the church, crypt and relics of the famous saint of love, Valentine, and learn about the legend of the Mouth of Truth. This evening, enjoy dinner with your travel companions.

Accommodation: Una Hotel Rome

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 | Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City

The Holy See takes centre stage today as you join a Local Specialist for an included sightseeing tour in the Vatican Museums. Admire Michelangelo’s magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. See the marble masterpiece of the Pietà, housed in the Basilica before crossing the Tiber into Ancient Rome. Enjoy a guided visit to the Colosseum, before seeing the Circus Maximus, once the site of celebrated chariot races. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Rome. Indulge in an espresso in the Piazza Navona or clamber up the Spanish Steps.

Due to increased demand during the Jubilee year, access to the Vatican Museums may be limited. If tickets are unavailable during your visit, your sightseeing will instead explore the Capitoline Museums, home to the Capitoline Wolf, ancient Roman bronzes and Renaissance art. From its spot on Capitoline Hill, you’ll have the chance to take in views of the Roman Forum.

Accommodation: Una Hotel Rome

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 | Explore the Ruins of Pompeii and Sorrento

We journey south to the well-preserved ruins of Pompeii. Here we join a Local Specialist who will share details of the devastation caused by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius as we wander through the ancient paved roads of a city that was frozen in time. Later, we arrive at our hotel in the clifftop town of Sorrento where we’ll dine tonight.

Accommodation: Johanna Park Hotel Sorrento

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 | Cruise to the Isle of Capri

We cross the Bay of Naples today by ferry to the glamorous Isle of Capri to visit some of its landmark sights. Wander past the chic boutiques and pavement cafés in Capri town in the company of a Local Specialist before taking your time to soak up the sophistication of this lovely island. Later, we return to the mainland.

Accommodation: Johanna Park Hotel Sorrento

Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 | Onwards to Assisi

Marvel at the beauty of the Bay of Naples and mighty Vesuvius as you leave the Sorrento coastline. Glimpse the Benedictine Abbey of Cassino perched high on the mountain peak, known as the site of the Battle of Monte Cassino in 1944, before heading north to the slopes of Mount Subasio. Arrive in the mystical town of Assisi, the birthplace of St. Francis, under whose protection this medieval city is said to remain. Join your Local Specialist for a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis, before some free time to explore this fascinating hilltop town.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Assisi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 | Venture to Verona and Venice

Journey through the glorious countryside of the Emilia Romagna region. This area is renowned for its gastronomy and is credited with being the origin of tortellini, mortadella and parmesan cheese. Travel to Verona, the home of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, to admire the ancient Roman arena and Piazza Brà. Arrive later into beautiful Venice, the 'Queen of the Adriatic', to spend time admiring this unique city.

Accommodation: Biasutti Hotel Venice Lido

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 | St. Mark's and More in Venice

Cruise your way through Venice by private launch to soak up the sights and sounds of what was once one of the world's greatest ports. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with the glassblowing artisans of Venice follows. Watch as they share their centuries-old glassmaking traditions. Your visit helps to preserve this delicate craft for which Venice is justifiably famous and you’ll want to remember your visit by purchasing a souvenir or two to display at home. From there, continue past the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge's Palace to St. Mark's Square to view the impressive square and Basilica. Consider an optional experience to see the colourful fishermen's houses on the Island of Burano or search for a cosy bacaro and indulge in some tasty Venetian treats, starting with that refreshing Venetian Spritz which is the local drink of choice.

Accommodation: Biasutti Hotel Venice Lido

Meals: Breakfast

Day 8 | Stroll Around Milan and onto Lake Maggiore

Cross the lush green plains of Lombardy to sophisticated Milan, Italy's capital of design and fashion is our destination. An orientation tour takes us past the intricate Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the famous Galleria. Later arrive in the Italian Lakes where you'll enjoy a dinner with your fellow travelling companions.

Accommodation: Hotel Simplon Baveno

Meals Breakfast, Dinner

Included and optional experiences

Day 9 | On to Como and Scenic Lake Maggiore

The glistening blue waters of Lake Como beckon this morning. Enjoy some free time to explore the lakeside lifestyle and beautiful scenery which has enchanted visitors for centuries. Explore Como's historical quarter, indulge in the area’s delicious gelato, or consider a cruise on the lake. Later, spend time exploring your lakeside resort or join an optional experience to discover the palace and gardens of Isola Bella. This evening, venture by private boat to a secluded island on Lake Maggiore to Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience. Join the Cinque family and hear all about the intriguing history of Villa Toscanini, situated on a tiny romantic island which was the hideaway of the great Italian conductor Arturo Toscanini one of the most influential musicians of the 19th century.

Accommodation: Hotel Simplon Baveno

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 10 | Admire Pisa and on to Florence

Tuscany lures you across the forested Apennine Mountains, past the marble quarries of Carrara to the famous city of Pisa and its Square of Miracles where you'll enjoy an opportunity to view the Leaning Tower. Your next stop is Florence, the 'Cradle of the Renaissance'.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence

Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 | Experience Art and Architecture in Florence

Delve into the extravagant history of the Medici family, whose legacy of art and architecture is explored in the company of a Local Specialist. Visit Piazza della Signoria with its exquisite statues and palazzi and enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the beautiful skyline of Florence, dominated by the elegant Duomo and the almost 700-year-old Ponte Vecchio, from Piazzale Michelangelo. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence

Meals: Breakfast

Day 12 | Treasures of San Gimignano and Return to Rome

This morning, stop at the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Continuing south, visit the charming Tuscan hill-town of San Gimignano, with its extraordinary medieval architecture and rich history. Venture to the centre of town to view the Piazza del Duomo, surrounded by medieval towers and 13th-century city walls. This evening in Rome, enjoy dinner in the company of newfound friends and your Travel Director.

Accommodation: Shangri-La Roma

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 13 | Farewell Rome

Bid a fond ciao to your newfound friends as your discovery of the best of Italy comes to an end. 

Meals: Breakfast

More departures available. Enquire within your nearest Phil Hoffmann Travel store, click here for more information.

*Pricing is based on 27 July & 15 August 2025 departures, correct as of 3 June 2025.

Grand Italian

16 night / 17 day Italy Tour from Rome to Sorrento, Venice, Italian Lakes and Florence

A rare opportunity to see the extraordinary limestone trulli houses of Alberobello is the highlight of this journey. Discover Italy's delights during dinner with Signor Luciano, journey across the Bay of Naples to Capri, dream of star-crossed lovers in Verona and delight in the Italian Lake District sheltered by the southern Alps.

From $7,439 per person twin share* SAVE $2,620 per couple!

Departs July - December 2025 & January - December 2026

Tour includes

  • 17 days, 2 countries and 15 cities
  • 16 nights accommodation
  • 16 Breakfasts, 8 Dinners

Sightseeing highlights

  • Explore Rome, Alberobello, Capri, Pompeii, Assisi and Florence
  • Discover Sorrento, Venice and Milan
  • Visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
  • View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence
  • Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice

Travel highlights

  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised

Itinerary

Day 1 | Welcome to Rome

2025 marks a Jubilee Year, a momentous Roman Catholic event celebrated every 25 years, turning Rome into a centre of celebration. As festivities unfold, itineraries may be adjusted to ensure you make the most of your time as you visit the Eternal City.

Blaze a trail through la bella Italia – your epic journey begins in Rome, once the powerful capital of the world and yours to explore before meeting your travel companions and Travel Director for a light supper.

Accommodation: A.Roma Lifestyle Hotel Rome

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 | Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican City

Join a Local Specialist for an included sightseeing tour to introduce you to life in modern day Rome and how Romans lived in ancient times. Tour the extraordinary Vatican Museums with a Local Specialist, including views of Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. While in Vatican City, you'll pause to admire the majestic exterior of St. Peter's Basilica and its grand square. Then venture into Ancient Rome to see Circus Maximus, where the thundering noise of chariot races once filled the air. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. Stroll down the Spanish steps or sit in an outdoor cafe on the famous Via Veneto, or continue your encounter with Ancient Rome on Palatine Hill to see the Temple of Apollo and Flavian Palace, among other excavations.

Due to increased demand during the Jubilee year, access to the Vatican Museums may be limited. If tickets are unavailable during your visit, your sightseeing will instead explore the Capitoline Museums, home to the Capitoline Wolf, ancient Roman bronzes and Renaissance art. From its spot on Capitoline Hill, you’ll have the chance to take in views of the Roman Forum.

Accommodation: A.Roma Lifestyle Hotel Rome

Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 | Journey to the Alberobello Region

Travel east through the mountains of Campania to the orange and olive groves of Puglia on the Adriatic coast, your home for the next two nights. This evening, enjoy a delicious local dinner at your hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel Sierra Silvana Alberobello

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 4 | Admire Alberobello’s Iconic Architecture

Enjoy a morning at leisure. Consider an Optional Experience or relax with a swim at your hotel. This afternoon, the conical limestone houses of Alberobello take centre stage during our guided tour with a Local Specialist. Here, you’ll see the UNESCO-listed collection of almost 1,500 trulli dating back to the 14th-century. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at a traditional masseria. Meet Signor Luciano for dinner on his Alberobello farm where you can taste seasonal produce, including fresh almonds, cherries, tomatoes and olive oil.

Accommodation: Hotel Sierra Silvana Alberobello
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 5 | Onwards to Sunny Sorrento

The fresh aroma of lemons is your constant companion in the stunning coastal town of Sorrento, your home for the next two nights. View the bustling Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia before spending the afternoon at leisure. Kick back and sip delicious Limoncello di Sorrento, enjoy lunch in this picture-perfect town or spend the afternoon soaking up la dolce vita. This evening soak up the atmosphere of Sorrento while enjoying dinner.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Vesuvio Sorrento

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 6 | Isle of Capri

Cruise the deep blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea to the beautiful Isle of Capri. Enjoy a guided tour of Capri town with a Local Specialist. After, explore or sip cappuccino in the glamorous piazzetta.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Vesuvio Sorrento

Meals: Breakfast

Day 7 | Uncover Pompeii's Ruins and on to Assisi

Explore the tragic history of the ancient lost city of Pompeii with a Local Specialist. Gain a deeper understanding of what life was like in this Roman settlement that lay buried for centuries after Mount Vesuvius erupted. Continue your journey through the rolling green and golden fields of Umbria, arriving at the mystical hilltop town of Assisi. Meet your Local Specialist for a visit of the stunning Basilica of St. Francis, featuring exquisite frescoes by Giotto. You'll stay at one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery.

Accommodation: Hotel Cenacolo Assisi

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 8 | Onwards to Venice

Venture to the Adriatic coast on your way to Venice. A city like no other, you'll explore its canals and waterways during your time on the islands of the Venetian Lagoon, home to the artistic tradition of blown glass.

Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton

Meals: Breakfast

Day 9 | Cruise the Canals of Venice

This morning start the day by observing the delicate craft of Venetian glassblowing that spans centuries. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience helps to preserve the traditions that have been handed down through the generations and you’ll be inspired to buy a souvenir to remind you of the talent and skill shared enthusiastically by the master craftsmen. Next you’ll glide by private launch along busy waterways to view the Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica before exploring the city on your terms. Stroll beside the Grand Canal, nibble on delicious cicchetti at a cosy bacaro or cross the lagoon for an Optional Experience to the colourful fishermen's Island of Burano.

Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton

Meals: Breakfast

Day 10 | Journey to Verona, explore Milan and on to the Italian Lakes

Celebrate the epic tale of Romeo and Juliet during this morning's visit to the fair city of Verona and view the Roman arena built in the 1st century and famously used for opera these days. Later, experience the fashion capital of Milan. Enjoy free time to explore on your own after an orientation of the city's iconic sights. See the exquisite Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the Galleria, one of the world's oldest shopping malls. Arrive on the quiet shores of Lake Maggiore, soaking up the pleasant lakeside atmosphere and exploring Baveno. An optional experience takes you to dinner in an iconic setting on Lake Maggiore.

Accommodation: Hotel Simplon Baveno

Meals: Breakfast

Day 11 | Explore Lake Maggiore

Relax on the shores of Lake Maggiore or take an Optional Experience of a scenic train ride through the Alps. This afternoon, the Borromean Islands optional experience is a wonderful way to soak up the incredible beauty of the Italian Lakes.

Accommodation: Hotel Simplon Baveno

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 12 | Onwards to La Spezia

Enjoy the sunrise reflected on the picturesque Lake Maggiore, or take a leisurely stroll before you leave your lakeside resort. Later, travel to the port city of La Spezia on the Ligurian Coast.

Accommodation: Hotel Firenze & Continentale La Spezia

Meals: Breakfast

Day 13 | La Spezia Your Way

Indulge in a full free day to soak up the laid-back atmosphere. Stroll along the waterfront or consider joining an Optional Experience to Porto Venere and the Bay of Poets where you’ll embark on an encounter with the cliffside villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, dine locally.

Accommodation: Hotel Firenze & Continentale La Spezia

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 14 | Uncover Pisa and on to Florence

Travelling south through the unforgettable scenery of Tuscany, we arrive in Pisa to view its famous Leaning Tower before continuing to the Renaissance city of Florence. This afternoon is yours at leisure to wander through the grand squares and labyrinthine lanes of Florence, whose connection with the Medici family saw this city become one of the world's most cultural centres. Consider a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see the Michelangelo's statue of David, amble along the Arno River or ascend the stone steps up to Piazzale Michelangelo for spectacular views of the city.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence

Meals: Breakfast

Day 15 | Discover Renaissance Florence

Join a Local Specialist  this morning to view the city's finest masterpieces – the magnificent Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower and the 13th-century Santa Croce Basilica, the final resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. Then, spend the rest of the afternoon as you wish. Walk across the Ponte Vecchio which has straddled the Arno River for almost 700 years, or wander through the Renaissance Boboli Gardens, stopping for a slice or two of schiacciata along the way.

Accommodation: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo Florence

Meals: Breakfast

Day 16 | All Roads Lead to Rome

Today we journey past the sprawling vineyards of Chianti and beneath the hill-towns of Umbria before arriving in Rome. This evening, savour an Italian dinner and raise a glass to your journey with signature Roman dishes crafted from family recipes passed down through four generations.

Accommodation: Shangri-La Roma

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day 17 | Journey Home

Your epic encounter with Italy has come to an end. Say arrivederci to Rome and your newfound friends at the end of your Grand Italian Experience.

Meals: Breakfast

More departures available. Enquire within your nearest Phil Hoffmann Travel store, click here for more information.

*Pricing is based on 3 July 2025 departure, correct as of 3 June 2025. Advertised savings amount is based on this tour.

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