Embark on a captivating journey through Italy
Discover the fairytale ‘town of towers’ San Gimignano.
Explore Italy’s evocative regions as you travel from Milan to Rome discovering regional delights and stunning scenery along the way. Cruise on Lake Como, stay in a dreamy Italian castle, stroll the romantic canals of Venice and explore the idyllic villages of the Cinque Terre. Indulge in local Tuscan delights, walk beautifully preserved medieval towns and of course stay on the Amalfi Coast.
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Travel in a first-class air-conditioned touring coach
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Welcome drink on Day 1 29 meals including breakfast daily (B) and 12 evening meals (D) A complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
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Hotel porterage of 1 bag per person (where available) 17 nights specially selected hotel accommodation Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
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Personal audio system whilst on tour (where available) ALL tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides Local guides as described in the itinerary Fully escorted by our experienced Tour Manager
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Hand Selected Albatross Experiences including private boat rides on Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Venice, cruises in Cinque Terre and Capri, plus olive oil tasting in a Tuscan farmhouse ALL excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described
Tour itinerary
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The Italian 'Grande'
Hand Selected Experiences
These are just a few of the very special hand selected experiences that will really make your touring experience exceptional and unique, and don’t forget, with Albatross they are always included.
Venice
Walking Tour & Visit St Mark's Basilica
Travel by private boat along the canals of Venice to enjoy a walking tour with a local guide, and visit St Marks Basilica, before 'My Time' to to meander through the myriad of narrow, water lined streets and alleys spanned by humped back bridges.Florence
Walking tour & visit Accademia Gallery
Our included guided walking tour will orientate you and bring this truly beautiful city to life. Afterwards, we have included entrance for a self guided visit to the famous Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo’s ‘David.Lucca & Pisa
A typically 'Tuscan' Town & the Leaning Tower
'My Time' to explore the typically ‘Tuscan’ town of Lucca – a medieval walled city, filled with palaces, churches and ancient houses. And visit Pisa to see its famous Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery in the magnificent Piazza dei Miracoli.Olive Oil Tasting
In a Tuscan Farmhouse
Sample regional wines, olive oil and delightful produce in a Tuscan farmhouse.Cinque Terre
Discover colourful Fishing Villages
A journey into the colourful world of the Cinque Terre (the 'Five Lands), we explore the quaint, scenic fishing villages by land and sea.Assisi
Discover Assisi with a Local Guide
We explore the Umbrian city of Assisi with a local guide, and visit the Basilica of St Francis with its magnificent frescoes.Amalfi Coast
Explore Capri, Amalfi & Ravello
Staying 3 nights in Minori allows time to take a ferry across to explore the island of Capri, cruise on a private boat to visit Amalfi and drive up to visit picturesque Ravello.Tivoli
Visit Hadrian's Villa
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site that epitomises the grandeur of the Roman Empire.Dates and Prices
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* The itinerary and hotels featured are based on 2025 tour departures and may be subject to change. Any questions, please contact our European Tour Specialists for further details.
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Your Hotels
Tour Suitability
Our tours require a moderate level of fitness due to the unique places we visit and stay. This tour is not suited to anyone who has mobility issues
- In mid-summer, the heat may be energy sapping.
- Being in Italy there are a number of beautiful hilltop towns we visit.
- There are a number of beautiful towns and sites we visit which require exploring on foot and often have cobbled-stone streets and uneven walkways.
- In Siena the coach drop off point is between a 10- and 15-minute walk on cobbled stone streets, from the central square.
- In the Cinque Terre you will need to board the coastal ferry boat via a steel gangplank.
Please refer to our Tour Suitability section for more information.
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