Italy Adventure With Turkish Airlines 7 Nights VCE-FCO 2027

ISTANBUL – VENICE

We meet three hours before departure at the Istanbul Airport international departures terminal. After baggage, ticketing and boarding procedures, we board our private buses for the scheduled Turkish Airlines flight to Venice and proceed to Venice city center. Upon arrival at Venice Tronchetto Square, we take a short vaporetto 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, famous 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 on their way to their cells. During our city tour, we will see the Grand Canal and the Rialto Bridge above it, the Doge's Palace, the Campanile and Clock Tower, and the Church of Giorgio Maggiore. Guests who wish may join an extra Grand Canal Tour (55 €) organized by our guide. This is the main artery of the city, along which magnificent palaces from the Renaissance period are lined up. At the end of the tour, transfer to your hotel in Venice and free time to rest.Tour ends with transfer to your hotel in Venice and free time to rest.

VENICE – LAKE GARDA – MILAN

After breakfast, we visit to relax on Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake, and enjoy the magnificent views. The waters of Lake Garda possess the most beautiful shades of emerald green and blue. Walking around the lake or simply admiring the scenery is truly relaxing. After our tour of Lake Garda, we depart for Milan. Following the tour, we head out for a city tour of Milan. 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 adorned 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 your eye, representing a perfect blend of modern engineering and traditional art. After the tour, transfer to your hotel and free time to relax.

MILAN - FLORENCE

After breakfast, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival, we begin our city tour of Florence. As the birthplace and cradle of the Renaissance, Florence holds a unique place in world cultural heritage. The city has been the stage for major developments in art, science, and philosophy. Under the patronage of the Medici family, great artists and scientists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Brunelleschi worked here. In Florence, an open-air art gallery, notable sights include the Arno River that divides the city, the Ponte Vecchio bridge famous for its jewelers, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria Square which houses masterpieces of the Renaissance like the statues of Hercules and David, the Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore Duomo) with Italy's third-largest dome, and the Baptistry known for its doors. In the evening, we return to our hotel and have free time to relax.

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 coastal 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 city's narrow streets are among the places to see 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.

FLORANSA – CASTEL GANDOLFO- NEMİ -  ROMA

After breakfast, we depart for Rome. Upon arrival in Rome, we begin our tour of the Outlet and Lakes Area (Outlet – Castel Gandolfo – Nemi). In Castel Gandolfo, a town that seems to have stepped out of a fairy tale where history and nature embrace at every step along its stone streets winding around an elegant castle reaching toward the sky, you will be captivated by its charm. 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 stands as a symbol of fairy-tale beauty and historical splendor. For centuries, popes found peace and rest in this magical place. You will feel as if you are walking through a dream among its gardens and colorful flower-lined paths. Nemi, on the other hand, is famous for its strawberry fields that shine like red jewels. The annual Strawberry Festival is celebrated with vibrant 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 exploring Rome's historical and cultural richness, you can take a pleasant break at these modern shopping centers, finding souvenirs for your loved ones and special pieces for yourself. In the evening, we head back to our hotel and enjoy free time to relax.

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 at the heart of the city and carrying the spirit of antiquity. In this colossal arena, brave gladiators and wild beasts once engaged in epic battles accompanied by the cheers of the crowd. 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 dazzling sculptures. Other sites to be visited include the Roman Forum, the social, commercial, and religious center of the era; Piazza Venezia, featuring the colossal white marble monument to Vittorio Emanuele II; the Temple of Hadrian; the Pantheon; and the Spanish Steps, which consist of 135 steps and feature a sunken ship fountain. Afterwards, we proceed 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 colonnades surrounding it will leave you impressed. While strolling through the square, you may also see the Apostolic Palace and the famous window from which the Pope delivers his Sunday prayers. In the evening, we return to our hotel in Rome and enjoy 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, Pompeii was an important center for trade and culture. The city was a thriving 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 in that era, 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 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 rest.

ROME -  ISTANBUL 

After breakfast, check-out from the rooms and free time depending on our flight time. Meeting at the transfer time indicated by our guide, followed by transfer to Rome 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.