Magnificent Grand Italy Tour 7 Nights - With THY on December 26 (New Year Special) (NAP-MXP)

Meeting at 3 hours before departure in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart at 07:55 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1453 to Naples. Upon our arrival at 08:15 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us in the area. This energetic port city, located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea in southern Italy, is full of historical and cultural richness, stands under the shadow of the magnificent Mount Vesuvius, and has its own character with its lively markets, traditional pizza, and impressive historical ruins. After our tour, guests who wish can optionally join the Magnificent Pompeii Tour organized additionally. (70 Euro) In this archaeological site of this ancient Roman city, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC and brought to light after thousands of years, you will embark on a deep journey into the Ancient Roman period with remarkably well-preserved remains of settlements and daily life. Then transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, guests who wish can join the Extra Grand Town Sorrento tour (50 Euro). Sorrento is a charming coastal town located in southern Italy, on the shores of the Bay of Naples. Known as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is famous for its magnificent sea views, historical buildings, and lemon groves. Its narrow stone streets, traditional Italian architecture, and small boutique shops make it a magnet for visitors. We highly recommend not missing this tour. After our tour, we head to Rome. As the center of one of the greatest civilizations of the past, the city has been a hub of power, culture, and religion throughout its approximately 2500-year existence. The historic center of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city boasts an extremely rich historical heritage and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with its magnificent palaces, thousand-year-old churches and basilicas, grand romantic ruins, ostentatious monuments, ornate statues, and elegant fountains. Among the places to visit are Vatican City (St. Peter's Cathedral), the center of management of the Catholic branch of Christianity; the Colosseum, where gladiator fights were held; the Roman Forum, located in the center of Ancient Rome and once the site of religious, political, and social activities; the Altar of the Fatherland (Vittoriano Emanuele); the Trevi Fountain, known in our country as the Fountain of Love; and the Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna). After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After the morning breakfast provided at the hotel, guests who wish may join the additional Grand Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican Tour’. (85 Euro) Our first stop will be Castel Gondolfo, home to the Papal Summer Residence, known as the summer residence of the Popes. This historic palace and its surroundings are famous for their stunning views and beautiful gardens. Next, we head to Nemi Village. Located around Lake Nemi, which formed in a volcanic crater, this village is also known as the strawberry village because the region is renowned for its fresh and delicious strawberries. The village, with its historical ruins, narrow stone streets, and lovely lake views, is an attractive destination for both tourists and nature lovers. During the free time provided, you will have the opportunity to explore the village and go shopping. After our tour, we proceed to Italy’s most famous outlet area and are given free time. In this outlet area, you will find opportunities to shop at attractive prices. Following the tour, we move towards the famous St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, recognized as the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, you will have free time to visit the basilica and the square. While strolling through the square, the obelisk in the center and the colonnades surrounding the square will surely captivate you. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay.

After the morning breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Florence. Upon our arrival in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, our panoramic city tour begins. In Florence, a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel, our city tour includes the Duomo Cathedral (Santa Maria Del Fiore), the Baptistery, the Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and have free time. Overnight at our hotel in Montecatini.

After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, our guests who wish can join the Grand Tuscan Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) Tour as an extra. (110 Euro) Our first stop will be the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the country's symbols. After taking magnificent photos here, we move to the city of Siena, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. With its narrow streets and stone buildings that carry the magic of the Middle Ages, Siena offers visitors a kind of time travel. With its historic Piazza del Campo and impressive cathedral, it is like an elegant fortress in the heart of traditional Italian city life. The final stop of our tour will be San Gimignano. San Gimignano is a town famous for its stone towers rising like a fairy tale from the Middle Ages in the heart of Tuscany. Known as the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages," this impressive settlement is known for its 14 high towers as a result of the struggle for wealth and prestige among city-states in the 14th century. With its narrow, labyrinth-like streets and historic buildings, it vividly makes visitors feel the traces of the past. In addition, this town, which offers magnificent panoramic views, enchants with its artistic and cultural richness; its Gothic and Romanesque-style buildings, the historic square Piazza della Cisterna, and its enchanting frescoes make it a real treasure of history and art. Transfer back to our hotel after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.

After the morning breakfast we will have at the hotel, We are heading to Venice’. Along the way, we will carry out our Magnificent Bologna tour. (Bologna tour is included in the tour fee.) Bologna is a historic settlement located in the region between the Apennine Mountains in northern Italy, known for its cultural richness. During our city tour of this beautiful city, Piazza Maggiore Square, San Petronio Basilica, Podesta Palace and the Town Hall are among the places to be visited. After our tour, we will continue our journey towards Venice’. Like a fairy tale city dancing on water, Venice enchants its visitors with its romance and mystery, wrapped like a labyrinth with its canals and gondolas. In our city tour, St. Mark's Cathedral and Square, Doge's Palace, Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge and the internal drawbridge are among the places to be visited in Venice. After our tour, guests who wish may additionally join the Magnificent Venice Canals Gondola Tour organized separately. (40 Euro) With traditional gondolas that are symbols of Venice, we will have the opportunity to see Venice's canals during this tour. At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.

After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off towards Milano.  On the way, we join the Grand Verona Tour. (The Verona tour is included in the tour fee) It is a historic city located in northern Italy on the banks of the Adige River, with a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Roman era. A city that evokes aesthetic feelings through history, architecture, and literature, Verona is known for Shakespeare’s famous work "Romeo and Juliet"; its building known as Juliet’s house and her balcony attract visitors’ interest. Among Verona’s impressive structures featuring medieval architecture, the Arena di Verona amphitheater, dating from the 1st century, stands out as a magnificent Roman structure and still hosts important concerts. In addition, the city’s narrow stone streets, lively squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra reflect its rich history and cultural diversity. After our tour, we continue our journey to Milano. Upon arrival, our panoramic city tour begins. In Milano, famous for its rich blend of historical and modern views, must-see places include the Duomo Cathedral, one of the world’s largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals; La Scala, one of the world’s oldest opera houses; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a stunning arched shopping gallery from the 19th century; and Castello Sforzesco (Milan Castle), renowned for its magnificent architecture. After our tour, guests who wish can join the Grand Lakes (Como & Lugano) Tour. (75 Euro) Our first stop on this tour is Como. Named after Lake Como, which is synonymous with the city, this place is one of the unique attractions with nature visited intensively from all over the world. Besides its architectural beauties reflecting Gothic and Renaissance styles, Como also attracts attention with the homes owned by world-famous names such as Madonna and George Clooney. After our tour, our second stop is Lugano. Lake Lugano is a mesmerizing lake located in southern Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. This lake brings together both Swiss and Italian cultural and natural features. After our visit to this city, famous for its magnificent views and stylish shopping streets, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

After the morning breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time set by our guide. Then transfer to Milan Malpensa Airport. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1876 at 18:35. Arrival at 23:40 local time and end of our tour.