Julie Kerk

Milan, Venice, Florence & Rome: A Classic Italian Journey

Luxury Trips - Zicasso

11 Days / 10 Nights

Venice, Florence & Rome Through Art, History & Authentic Italian Flavors

A journey through Italy’s artistic treasures, timeless cities, and scenic lakes

Ideal for: Couples | First-Time Visitors | Art & Culture Lovers | Food & Wine Explorers

Overview

Discover the essence of Italy on a journey through its most iconic cities, designed for travelers who want to experience art, history, wine, and authentic flavors without missing a single highlight.

Arrive in Milan, your gateway to Italy, before continuing to Venice for two nights of gondolas, hidden canals, and traditional Bacaro tastings. From there, travel by train to Florence, your base for three nights of Renaissance art, a full day hiking through the colorful villages of the Cinque Terre, and a private visit to the world-famous Uffizi Gallery.

Your journey concludes with four nights in Rome, where private guided tours reveal the treasures of the Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, and the Roman Forum, complemented by an e-bike tour of the historic center and an authentic Roman food tour.

Two sommelier-led wine tasting dinners, in Florence and in Rome, introduce you to the extraordinary diversity of Italy’s wine regions along the way.

A carefully crafted itinerary where history, art, wine, and genuine local traditions come together to create unforgettable memories.

Why travellers love this trip?

  • Private gondola tour along Venice’s Grand Canal
  • Traditional Bacaro tour with Spritz & cicchetti in Venice
  • Full-day hike through the colorful villages of the Cinque Terre
  • Private visit to the Uffizi Gallery in Florence
  • One sommelier-led wine tasting dinners (6 wines, 6 courses total)
  • Private guided tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel
  • Private guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Rome by e-bike: a private tour of the historic center
  • Private Rome food tour through authentic neighborhoods
  • Elegant hotels in Milan, Venice, Florence & Rome throughout the journey

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Milan | Welcome to Italy

Welcome to Italy!

Upon arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport, your private driver will be waiting to welcome you and accompany you comfortably to your hotel.

The remainder of the day is entirely yours to settle in and enjoy your first taste of Italy at your own pace, before the adventures ahead.

Overnight in Saronno at Starshotel Grand Milan 4*


Day 2 – Venice | The Floating City Awakens

After a private transfer to Milano Centrale, board your train to Venice (aprox. 2h 30′ ride), where a magical world of canals and calli awaits.

This morning, your 2-day Venice Vaporetto Pass becomes active, giving you the freedom to explore the city like a true Venetian over the days ahead.

In the evening, join a traditional Bacaro tour, wandering through Venice’s characteristic calli while sipping a classic Spritz or a glass of local white wine, paired with authentic Venetian cicchetti.

Overnight in Venice at Splendid Venice 4*


Day 3 – Venice | Gondolas, Canals & Timeless Charm

This morning, glide along the Grand Canal on a private gondola tour departing from Santa Maria del Giglio. Admire elegant palaces and the iconic silhouette of the Salute Church before slipping into quieter, more intimate canals for a glimpse of authentic Venice.

Later in the afternoon, a private guide leads you from the Rialto Bridge to St Mark’s Square, revealing hidden calli, local legends, and the lesser-known corners of the city.

Overnight in Venice at Splendid Venice 4*


Day 4 – Florence | Renaissance Grandeur

This morning, board your train from Venezia Santa Lucia to Firenze Santa Maria Novella (aprox. 2h 30′ ride).

Upon arrival, a private guide accompanies you through the heart of Florence, among monumental piazzas, Renaissance palaces, and lively streets that still carry the legacy of the Medici, along with hidden courtyards away from the tourist crowds.

In the evening, enjoy a typical tuscan dinner.

Overnight in Florence at Grand Hotel Adriatic 4*


Day 5 – Cinque Terre | Hiking the Italian Riviera

Today is dedicated to one of Italy’s most spectacular coastlines.

Travel by private transportation to the Cinque Terre (aprox. 2h), where a full-day excursion includes a scenic hike from Monterosso to Vernazza (aprox. 4Km 300+ / 300-),  weaving between colorful cliffside villages, vineyards, and sweeping views over the Ligurian Sea.

Overnight in Florence at Grand Hotel Adriatic 4*


Day 6 – Florence | Art & the Uffizi Gallery

The morning is free to explore Florence at your own pace.

In the afternoon, continue your discovery of the city with your private guide, then step into the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world’s most celebrated museums, home to masterpieces by Giotto, Botticelli, Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio.

Overnight in Florence at Grand Hotel Adriatic 4*


Day 7 – Rome | The Eternal City & the Vatican

This morning, board your train from Firenze SMN to Roma Termini (aprox. 1h 45′ ride), where a private transfer awaits to take you to your hotel.

In the afternoon, a private guide leads you through the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel, uncovering centuries of papal collections and Michelangelo’s extraordinary frescoes.

Overnight in Rome at Starhotel Michelangelo 4*


Day 8 – Rome | Ancient Rome & Roman Flavors

Begin the day with a scenic walk of roughly 5km toward the Colosseum.

In the afternoon, your private guide brings the grandeur of the Roman Empire to life during a tour of the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill.

In the evening, enjoy your second sommelier-led wine tasting dinner, once again pairing six Italian wines with six courses in a convivial atmosphere.

Overnight in Rome at Starhotel Michelangelo 4*


Day 9 – Rome | Rome by E-Bike

Today, discover Rome from a different perspective with a private e-bike tour along the Appian Way (Appia Antica). With a private guide, glide effortlessly along one of the world’s oldest roads, past ancient Roman tombs, ruins, ancient paving stones, and the open countryside just outside the city, uncovering the fascinating history of the Eternal City in complete comfort.

Overnight in Rome at Starhotel Michelangelo 4*


Day 10 – Rome | Flavors of the Eternal City

The morning is free to relax or explore independently.

In the afternoon, embark on a private Rome food tour, wandering through authentic neighborhoods, historic shops, and local markets while discovering the stories behind Roman cuisine and tradition.

Overnight in Rome at Starhotel Michelangelo 4*


Day 11 – Arrivederci Italia

A private transfer takes you from Rome to Fiumicino Airport for your journey home.

Depart Italy with unforgettable memories of Venice’s canals, Florence’s Renaissance treasures, the wild beauty of the Cinque Terre, and Rome’s timeless monuments and flavors.

What is included

Day 1 – Saronno

Services

  • Private transfer from Milan Malpensa Airport to the hotel

Accommodation

  • 1 night at your hotel in Milan
  • Double Room, BB

Day 2 – Milan → Venice

  • 2-day Venice Vaporetto Pass (vaporetto, bus, tram & People Mover ACTV, plus Trenitalia regional trains within the Municipality of Venice; airport connections excluded)
  • Private transfer from Saronno to Milano Centrale station
  • Train ticket from Milan Centrale to Venice
  • Bacaro tour (approx. 2h) with Spritz or local wine and traditional cicchetti

Accommodation

  • Night 1/2 at your hotel in Venice
  • Double Room, BB

Day 3 – Venice

  • Private gondola tour from Santa Maria del Giglio (30 minutes on the water)
  • Private guided tour of Venice (approx. 2h)

Accommodation

  • Night 2/2 at your hotel in Venice
  • Double Room, BB

Day 4 – Venice → Florence

  • Train ticket from Venezia Santa Lucia to Firenze SMN
  • Private guided tour of Florence (approx. 2h)
  • Multi-course menu with six paired wines

Accommodation

  • Night 1/3 at your hotel in Florence
  • Double Room, BB

Day 5 – Cinque Terre

  • Full-day Cinque Terre excursion with private transportation
  • Self-guided hike from Monterosso to Vernazza

Accommodation

  • Night 2/3 at your hotel in Florence
  • Double Room, BB

Day 6 – Florence

  • Private guided tour of Florence (approx. 2h)
  • Entrance ticket to the Uffizi Gallery

Accommodation

  • Night 3/3 at your hotel in Florence
  • Double Room, BB

Day 7 – Florence → Rome

  • Train ticket from Firenze SMN to Roma Termini
  • Private transfer from Roma Termini to the hotel
  • Private guided tour of the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel (approx. 3h)
  • Entrance tickets to the Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel

Accommodation

  • Night 1/4 at your hotel in Rome
  • Double Room, BB

Day 8 – Rome

  • Entrance tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
  • Private guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill (approx. 3h)
  • Sommelier-led wine tasting dinner
  • Multi-course menu with six paired wines
  • Private transfer from the restaurant to the hotel

Accommodation

  • Night 2/4 at your hotel in Rome
  • Double Room, BB

Day 9 – Rome

  • Private transfer to and from the meeting point
  • Private e-bike tour along the Appian Way (Appia Antica), approx. 4h, including safety lock, puncture-proof tires, helmet & private guide

Accommodation

  • Night 3/4 at your hotel in Rome
  • Double Room, BB

Day 10 – Rome

  • Private Rome food tour (approx. 3h)

Accommodation

  • Night 4/4 at your hotel in Rome
  • Double Room, BB

Day 11 – Departure

  • Private transfer from Rome to Fiumicino Airport

What is not included

  • International flights to/from Italy and any air services not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Lunches, dinners, beverages, and personal expenses not expressly listed under the included services.
  • City taxes, payable locally at each hotel, subject to local regulations.
  • Porterage, gratuities, optional activities, and anything not specifically mentioned in the “Included Services” section.

DEPOSIT

must be paid by


5.000

BALANCE

must be paid by


12.100

TOTAL PRICE

€17.100

Policies & Terms

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations are subject to the following penalties calculated on the total trip price:

  • Deposit (30%) is non-refundable under any circumstances.

If the trip has been fully paid, the following penalties apply:

  • Up to 60 days before departure: 50% penalty
  • From 59 to 45 days before departure: 75% penalty
  • From 44 days prior to departure to the departure date: 100% penalty

Package Modifications

Once the package has been confirmed, modifications can be made up to 45 days before departure.

  • Upgrades: free of charge, except for the cost of the new services
  • Downgrades: subject to an agency fee of €200 per modified service

We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect your trip in case of unexpected cancellations, changes, or emergencies.

Payment Options & TERMS

Payment currency: € EURO

Accepted Payment Methods:
– Credit card
– Debit card
– Revolut Direct

Payment Terms
Deposit: 30% non-refundable, due at the time of booking confirmation.
Balance Payment: due between 60 and 80 days prior to the departure date.

All payments are to be made in € EURO.

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