Italy Adventure With Turkish Airlines 7 Nights FCO-VCE 2027

ISTANBUL – ROME - CASTEL GANDOLFO – NEMI - ROME

We will meet our valued guests in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage and ticket procedures, we will depart for Rome with Turkish Airlines. Upon arrival at local time, we will begin our Outlet – Lakes Region (Castel Gandolfo-Nemi) tour. Castel Gandolfo is a peaceful town where history and nature embrace at every step, seeming to have stepped out of a fairy tale land where stone streets whisper of the past around an elegant castle reaching toward the sky. The lake, resembling the bluest mirror beneath the sky, is like a gateway to a fairy tale world with its tranquility and beauty. Located in the heart of the town, the Papal Palace symbolizes fairy-tale beauty and historical grandeur. For centuries, popes found peace and rest in this magical place. You will feel as if you are inside a dream with its gardens and colorful flower-filled paths. Nemi is famous for its strawberry fields that shine like red jewels. The Strawberry Festival held every year is celebrated with colorful festivities. After visiting Nemi, you will have free time in Italy's most famous outlet area. These outlet centers offer attractive shopping opportunities for both locals and tourists. After discovering Rome's historical and cultural richness, you can take a pleasant break in these modern shopping malls and find souvenirs for your loved ones and special pieces for yourself. After the tour, transfer to our hotel.

 ROME

After breakfast, we depart for Rome. With guests who wish to join, we begin our Rome Monuments Tour (55 Euro).  Once a magical city that shone with endless splendor and was shaped by the winds of history, Rome has been home to the grandeur of its emperors, the courage of gladiators, and the highest forms of art. On this tour, we will view Castel Sant'Angelo from the outside, where Cem Sultan was imprisoned. Castel Sant'Angelo was originally built as a mausoleum by Roman Emperor Hadrian, later converted into a fortress. During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, it served as a prison and a papal castle. Another site we will see in Rome is the Colosseum, located in the heart of the city and carrying the spirit of ancient times. In this colossal arena, brave gladiators and wild beasts once engaged in epic battles accompanied by the cheers of the public. After viewing the Colosseum from the outside, as we approach the Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi), famous for the film La Dolce Vita, the melody of water echoes among the dazzling sculptures. The Roman Forum, the social, commercial, and religious center of the era; Piazza Venezia, home to the colossal white marble monument of Vittorio Emanuele II; the Temple of Hadrian; the Pantheon; and the Spanish Steps, which consist of 135 steps and feature a sunken ship fountain, are among the places to be visited. Afterwards, we head to St. Peter's Square in Vatican City. Upon arrival, you will have free time to visit the square. The obelisk in the center of the square and the columns surrounding it will leave you in awe. While strolling through the square, you may see the Apostolic Palace and the famous window from which the Pope prays on Sundays. In the evening, we return to our hotel in Rome and have free time to rest.

ROME – NAPLES – POMPEII – ROME

After breakfast, the rest of the day is free. For guests who wish, we begin our Naples-Pompeii tour (135 Euro). We head to the ancient city of Pompeii, located at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, which was buried under ash following its eruption in 79 AD. During the Roman Empire period, Pompeii was an important center for trade and culture. The city was a rich settlement where agriculture, commerce, and art flourished. However, due to the destructive eruption of Mount Vesuvius, the city was suddenly covered by layers of lava and ash. This disaster froze daily life in Pompeii as it was at that time, turning it into an open-air museum preserved until today. Then we move on to Naples. Upon arrival in Naples, we take a city tour. Naples was founded by the Greeks in the 7th century BC and is the capital of the Campania region in southern Italy. The city became an important center during the Roman Empire period and has hosted many cultures and civilizations from the Middle Ages to the present day. The Historic Center (Centro Storico) is famous for its narrow streets, historic churches, ancient ruins, and grand squares. After our city tour, there is free time. Following a meeting at the time set by the guide, we return to our hotel and have free hours to relax.

ROME - FLORENCE 

After breakfast, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival, we begin a panoramic city tour of Florence. Among the places to be visited on our tour are Santa Maria del Fiore Duomo, which has Italy's third-highest dome, its famous Baptistery, and Piazza Della Republica (Republic) Square. After the city tour and free time, the following sites will be visited: Dante's House, Ponte Vecchio (Old Bridge), Uffizi Palace, Signoria Square; Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici family ruled in Florence; Piazza Della Signoria, home to the masterpieces of the Renaissance, the statues of Hercules and David; Uffizi Art Gallery; the historic Ponte Vecchio, the oldest bridge in the city; the Medici Corridor; and Dante Alighieri's House, the renowned literary master who wrote the epic poem Divine Comedy in the 13th century.  At the end of the tour, transfer to your hotel in Montecatini. Overnight at your hotel.

FLORANSA – TOSCANA - FLORANSA

After breakfast, the rest of the day is free. Guests who wish may join our guide's optional excursion to Toscana (135 €) (Portofino-Pisa in summer / Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa in winter). In the summer season, the first stop of our tour will be Portofino, one of the most popular and charming seaside towns of the Italian Riviera. We will enjoy a pleasant stroll in Portofino with its colorful houses, small harbor, and magnificent views. Then we head to Pisa. After seeing the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which has become a symbol of Italy, and the nearby Piazza dei Miracoli, we complete our tour and return to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel. In the winter season, the first stop of our tour will be Siena. Siena, where neighborhood culture is strongly evident, has a total of 17 neighborhoods. The Campo Square, where the famous Palio horse races are held involving the neighborhoods, the unfinished Siena Duomo, and the narrow streets of the city are among the places to be seen on our city tour. Then we head to San Gimignano, which brings the medieval atmosphere to the present day. Here we will see the historic towers built by rival noble families in the 12th and 13th centuries and the Cisterna Square. Our tour's final stop is Pisa. After seeing the Leaning Tower of Pisa, which has become a symbol of Italy, and the nearby Piazza dei Miracoli, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

FLORANCE – MILAN

After breakfast, check out of the rooms and transfer to Milan with our private bus. Upon arrival, we begin our city tour. Milan is a dynamic city located in northern Italy, known as the center of fashion, design, and business. The Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) is one of Milan's most iconic structures and an excellent example of Gothic architecture. This cathedral is the fifth largest church in the world and one of the largest Gothic cathedrals in Europe. The exterior facade of the cathedral is made of white marble and decorated with intricate carvings. The front facade features countless statues and carvings. The most striking statue is the golden Madonnina at the very top of the cathedral. This statue is considered the patron saint of the city. Right next to the Duomo is the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. This magnificent shopping gallery is famous for its glass ceiling and mosaic floors. Here you can find luxury brand stores, stylish cafes, and restaurants. The gallery has four main entrances, but the most famous one is from Piazza del Duomo. Upon entering from there, its breathtaking architecture immediately catches the eye, representing a perfect blend of modern engineering and traditional art. At the end of the tour, transfer to your hotel in Milan and free time to relax.  

MILAN – VENICE

After breakfast, we head to Lake Garda. One of the most beautiful examples of the lake region in Northern Italy, Lake Garda is famous for its natural beauty and thermal waters. The waters of Lake Garda possess the finest shades of emerald green and blue. Walking around the lake or simply admiring the view can be very relaxing. After our visit to Lake Garda, we proceed to Venice. Upon arrival at Venice's Tronchetto Square, we take a short boat ride to St. Mark's Square and enjoy a panoramic city tour. At the end of St. Mark's Square stands the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica, renowned for its golden mosaics and Byzantine-style architecture. The famous Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) is also located here; it was the last place where prisoners saw the city view before being led to their cells. During our city tour, highlights include the Grand Canal and the Rialto Bridge spanning it, the Doge's Palace, the Campanile (Clock Tower), and the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore. When you arrive in Venice, what first catches your attention are undoubtedly the waterways. Guests who wish may join an extra Grand Canal Tour (55 €) organized by our guide. This canal is the main artery of the city, along which magnificent palaces from the Renaissance period line up. After the tour ends, we transfer you to your hotel in Venice and provide free time to rest.

VENICE -  ISTANBUL 

After breakfast, check-out from rooms and free time until our transfer time. Meeting at the time specified by our guide and transfer to Venice Airport with our private bus. Departure to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, arrival in Istanbul, and end of our tour… We look forward to meeting again on another unforgettable tour.