The Best of Italy
The Best of Italy
The Best of Italy
11 Days Starting and ending in Rome, Italy
Visiting: Rome, Orvieto, Florence, Venice, Assisi, Naples, Capri, Europe
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Tour code:
LB-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on "The Best of Italy" tour and immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Italy. This journey takes you through iconic cities and landmarks, starting with a welcome dinner in Rome. Explore the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and the Colosseum, then travel to Orvieto and Montecatini. Discover Florence's artistic treasures, see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and enjoy a private boat ride in Venice. Experience the serene beauty of Assisi, the ancient ruins of Pompeii, and the charm of Capri. Conclude your adventure with a farewell dinner in Rome, staying in luxurious accommodations throughout.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Rome,Italy
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Degli Aranci
Meals Included: Dinner
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Degli Aranci
Meals Included: Breakfast
ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà. Visit the Colosseum and see the Roman Forum. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 3: Rome,Orvieto,Montecatini
Location: Orvieto
Accommodation Name: Croce Di Malta
Meals Included: Breakfast
ORVIETO An orientation tour includes the cathedral with free time to visit San Brizio Chapel. Enjoy free time for lunch before departing for Montecatini. 199 mi / 320 km
Day 4: Montecatini. Excursion To Florence
Location: Florence
Accommodation Name: Croce Di Malta
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
FLORENCE Guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze “Gates of Paradise,” and Signoria Square. [LF] Taste a traditional gelato. Free time this afternoon. 81 mi / 130 km
Day 5: Montecatini,Pisa,Venice Island
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Carlton on the Grand Canal
Meals Included: Breakfast
PISA See the Leaning Tower en route to Venice. Free time for dinner. 249 mi / 400 km
Day 6: Venice Island
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Carlton on the Grand Canal
Meals Included: Breakfast
VENICE ISLAND Take a private boat ride on the canals. Guided walking tour includes St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs followed by a glassblowing demonstration. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 7: Venice Island,Assisi
Location: Assisi
Accommodation Name: Grand Hotel Assisi
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Scenic drive through the Apennine Mountains en route to Assisi.ASSISI Guided walking tour includes St. Clare’s Church and St. Francis’ Basilica. 267 mi / 430 km
Day 8: Assisi,Pompeii,Naples,Capri
Location: Naples
Accommodation Name: San Michele
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
POMPEII Join a guided walking tour of the excavations followed by free time for lunch.NAPLES Embark on a jetfoil ride to the island of Capri.CAPRI Take a funicular ride from the harbor to Capri village. 292 mi / 470 km
Day 9: Capri
Location: Capri
Accommodation Name: Weber Ambassador
Meals Included: Breakfast
CAPRI Guided sightseeing includes an [LF] open-taxi ride to Anacapri to visit famous Villa San Michele. [LF] Take a scenic cruise (weather permitting) around the island. Free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 10: Capri,Sorrento,Rome
Location: Capri
Accommodation Name: Albani
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
CAPRI Embark on a jetfoil ride to Sorrento.SORRENTO Enjoy free time for lunch.ROME Join a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. 174 mi / 280 km
Day 11: Rome
Location: Rome
Accommodation Name: Albani
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in Rome, Montecatini, Venice Island, Assisi, and Capri.
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Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily, 5 three-course dinners.
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Guided Tours
Guided sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Venice Island, Assisi, Pompeii, and Capri.
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Transportation
Private boat ride on the canals in Venice, jetfoil ride to Capri, and funicular ride from the harbor to Capri village.
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Special Experiences
Taste a traditional gelato in Florence, glassblowing demonstration in Venice, and open-taxi ride to Anacapri.
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UNESCO Sites
Visits to UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Assisi, Florence, Rome, Vatican City, Pisa, Montecatini, and Venice.
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Small Group Discoveries
Option for Small-Group Discoveries with an average of just 24 guests per departure.
What's Not Included
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Flights
International and domestic flights are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and beverages are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Visa Fees
Visa fees and processing are not included.
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily, 5 three-course dinners
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Archeological Site of Pompeii|Assisi (the Basilica of San Francesco)|Historic Centre of Florence|Historic Centre of Rome - various properties Vatican City|Piazza del Duomo Pisa|The great Spa Towns of Europe - Montecatini|Vatican City|Venice and its Lagoon
Accommodation
Rome: Degli Aranci, Montecatini: Croce Di Malta, Venice Island: Carlton on the Grand Canal, Assisi: Grand Hotel Assisi, Capri: San Michele, Capri: Weber Ambassador, Rome: Albani
Mode of Transport
Transportation includes a mix of private boat rides, jetfoil rides, and scenic drives through various Italian cities and landmarks.
Notes
This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of meals are included in the tour?
The tour includes a full buffet breakfast daily and 5 three-course dinners.
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What is the group size for this tour?
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
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What are some of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites visited on this tour?
The tour visits several UNESCO World Heritage Sites including Assisi (the Basilica of San Francesco), the Historic Centre of Florence, the Historic Centre of Rome, Vatican City, Piazza del Duomo in Pisa, the great Spa Towns of Europe in Montecatini, and Venice and its Lagoon.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
The tour includes various forms of transportation such as private boat rides on the canals in Venice and a jetfoil ride to the island of Capri.
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What kind of activities are included in Venice?
In Venice, the tour includes a private boat ride on the canals, a guided walking tour of St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs, followed by a glassblowing demonstration.
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What can I expect during the visit to Florence?
In Florence, guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze 'Gates of Paradise,' and Signoria Square. You will also get to taste a traditional gelato and have free time in the afternoon.
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What is included in the visit to Capri?
In Capri, the tour includes a funicular ride from the harbor to Capri village, an open-taxi ride to Anacapri to visit the famous Villa San Michele, and a scenic cruise around the island (weather permitting).
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What kind of accommodation can I expect on this tour?
The tour includes stays at various hotels such as Degli Aranci in Rome, Croce Di Malta in Montecatini, Carlton on the Grand Canal in Venice Island, Grand Hotel Assisi in Assisi, San Michele and Weber Ambassador in Capri, and Albani in Rome.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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