Bella Italia tour is a meticulously crafted 13-day journey designed to immerse travelers in the rich tapestry of Italy’s art, history, and cuisine. This tour offers a blend of iconic landmarks and authentic local experiences, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the country’s most celebrated regions.
Trip Info
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Rome (FCO)
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Rome (FCO)
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25
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Arrival and departure as detailed in the itinerary
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Luxury Minibus
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First Class Hotel ****
Dates
The same itinerary, with a minimum of 6 participants, can also be offered as a private tour at no additional cost. Your private trip combines comfort, exclusivity, and exceptional value—ensuring an unforgettable Italian experience crafted just for you. Request your private tour using the form below (end of the page), or contact us at: info@greattoursofitaly.com
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Group Discount Available Available PackagesTuesdayJuly 7, 2026SundayJuly 19, 2026EUR 4650
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Group Discount Available Available PackagesTuesdaySeptember 1, 2026SundaySeptember 13, 2026EUR 4950
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Group Discount Available Available PackagesTuesdaySeptember 15, 2026SundaySeptember 27, 2026EUR 4950
Overview
Rome, Vatican: Begin in the Eternal City with visits to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Experience a Roman Passeggiata through the city center, including the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Pantheon.
Tuscany, Chianti Region
Siena: Explore this medieval city, renowned for its Gothic cathedral and the historic Piazza del Campo.
Florence: Admire Michelangelo’s “David” at the Academy Gallery, and enjoy a walking tour of the Duomo, Signoria Square, and Santa Croce.
San Gimignano & Volterra: Discover these charming towns, known for their medieval architecture and scenic views.
Venice, Burano Island: Cruise the lagoon to Burano Island, renowned for its colorful houses, and explore St. Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs.
Gubbio, Umbria Region: Visit this evocative medieval town in Umbria, offering a glimpse into Italy’s past.
Amalfi Coast & Sorrento: Enjoy breathtaking coastal views and leisure time in Sorrento.
Pompeii: Tour the remarkably preserved ruins of this ancient Roman city.
Highlights
- 13 Day Tour – Rome, Vatican City, Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Florence, Venice, Burano Island, Gubbio, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Capri Island (opt), Pompeii, Roman Castles
- Tour Start in Rome (FCO) – End in Rome (FCO)
- 25 Meals to include – 12 buffet breakfasts, 3 lunches, 10 dinners
Arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo Da Vinci Airport (FCO) and meet your tour guide and tour driver then head to your hotel via minibus transfer at 9:30 am, 12:00 pm, or 2:30 pm. In the afternoon, a comfortable sightseeing bus tour of Rome followed by a short walk to see the Trevi Fountain ending with a delicious Italian welcome dinner.
Hotel: Belstay Roma or similar (3 nights)
Today, visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Roman Catacombs with our local guide. In the afternoon,free time to stroll around Rome on your own, shopping, or enjoy a quaint café amongst the locals. Later, meet up for dinner in one of our selected local restaurants.
Discover the independent Vatican State with a local guide, visiting the Museums, Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s famous ceiling paintings including the “Last Judgement”, then the monumental St. Peter’s Square and Basilica. In the afternoon experience the grandeur of the “Eternal City” with our local guide while walking through Rome’s city center to see the Spanish Steps, Pantheon, and Piazza Navona. The day will conclude with dinner at a local restaurant.
Drive North to reach a typical Tuscan winery to taste the local wine and food specialties. Next, on to Siena to see the city center, admire the Gothic Cathedral, Town Hall, Piazza Del Campo (site of the spectacular Medieval style horse race), or enjoy a coffee and shopping. Dinner will be served in the hotel.
Hotel: Fattoria degli Usignoli, Star Hotel Vespucci or similar (3 nights)
Follow the local guide for the highlights of Florence. See the famous “Ponte Vecchio”, the marble Cathedral and Baptistery (where Ghiberti’s Gates of Paradise were recreated), Signoria Square, the church of Santa Croce (where the tombs of Galileo & Michelangelo are kept). Then visit the Academy Museum to admire Michelangelo’s Statue of David followed with free time for activities like shopping and learning the secrets of traditional Florentine leatherwork. Stop at Piazzale Michelangelo for a scenic picture overlooking Florence before ending the day with an authentic local restaurant.
After a comfortable breakfast, relax and ride through unforgettable landscapes composed of gently rolling vine-clad hills before taking a walk in San Gimignano and Volterra (two of the most picturesque of Italy’s perfectly preserved medieval towns). Enjoy lunch at an Osteria or dinner at an Agriturismo (farm to table) with Tuscan specialties.
This morning, leave the region of Tuscany for a beautiful drive through the wooded Apennine Mountains to reach Venice. Enter a glittering maze of islands, canals, and bridges with a lagoon cruise to the colorful Island of Burano where traditional fishing boats are still used by the island’s inhabitants. Enjoy lunch with some free time on the island before returning to Venice for a walking tour to see the famous St. Marks’ Square, Byzantine Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, and the local Glass Factory.
Hotel: Belstay Mestre, Voco or similar (1 night)
This morning, enjoy Venice at your own pace with time for shopping or a gondola ride. In the afternoon, say “ciao” to Venice and enjoy a scenic drive through the wild Apennine Mountains towards the stone-built hill town of Gubbio. Tonight, dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant.
Hotel: Hub Hotel, Relais Ducale or similar (1 night)
Visit the lovely town of Gubbio by land train with our tour guide followed by some free time. Driving south, enjoy the Highway of the Sun passing by the hilltop monastery of Cassino before arriving to the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Tonight, enjoy an authentic taste of local Amalfitano cuisine.
Hotel: Due Torri, La Lucertola or similar (3 nights)
Enjoy the morning at your own pace in Sorrento. Lunch in a local restaurant with a breathtaking panoramic view. After lunch, take in views of the colorful towns built on steep inclines along the Amalfi Coast, including the distinctive Moorish homes of Positano (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Take the day at your own pace. Relax in the hotel, enjoy the beaches, go shopping, do some trekking, or visit Capri Island with your tour guide (ferry to/from Capri and the blue grotto not included). Tonight, enjoy a delicious dinner all together.
Visit the site of Pompeii which was buried in 79 AD by an eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. See the ruins of this well-preserved Roman city, including the Temples of Apollo and Jupiter, as well as the Forum, with our local tour guide. Late afternoon drive north towards the hilltops of the “Castelli Romani” for dinner to celebrate the success of your vacation.
Hotel: Castel Vecchio, Benito al Bosco or similar (1 night)
Arrivederci Bella Italia! The departure transfer will arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport (FCO) at 7:00 am and 9:00 am.
Bella Italia map
What's included
Experiences
- Rome: Colosseum and Roman Forum, Catacombs, St. Peter’s Basilica. Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel skipp the line tickets (WLG)*
- Rome: highlights bus tour, Spanish Steps, Via Condotti, Navona Square, Trevi Fountain (WLG)*
- Siena: wine tasting
- Florence: Academy Gallery tickets, walking tour (WLG)*
- Burano: Lagoon cruise and lunch in Burano Island
- Venice: walking tour (WLG)*
- Gubbio: land train tickets
- Pompeii: skip the line tickets and walking tour (WLG)*
- *(WLG) = With local guide and wireless headsets
Optional Experiences
- Venice: gondola ride
- Capri island: ferry boat tickets
Overall Trip Rating:
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By Marc and Laura(United States (US))September 27, 2025 Perfect choiceWe experienced all the major highlights of Italy without the stress of planning, Bella Italia is the perfect choice. We saw Venice, Florence, Rome, Naples, and more — all with expert guides and smooth logistics. All activities were included and fantastic, especially restaurants and cultural visits with tickets. We came home with hundreds of photos and incredible memories.
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By Faith O.(United States (US))September 24, 2025 Awesome experienceWe had a awesome tour director (John and the driver ( John) . They took care of us to the max . Couldn't have ask for better !!Date of Experience: September 09, 2025
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By Susan G.(United States (US))September 15, 2025 Wonderful timeWe thoroughly enjoyed Great Tours of Italy tour and all the authentic cultural experiences along the way. The local guides were outstanding, their care of us and attention to detail was exceptional. I would highly recommend Great Tours of Italy tour to anyone that wants to learn about regions of Italy in detail. The small group also made the tour very enjoyable. Thank you for a wonderful time and teaching us to 'organise our room
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By David K.(United States (US))June 6, 2025 AmazingBella Italia was an excellent tour, the choice of the restaurant and the food was amazing. We look forward to get another tour with Great Tours of Italy. Simone has very kind and friendly personality who wants to show the best of Italy for you.
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By Wendy C.(United States (US))June 6, 2025 Bella ItaliaBella Italia was an amazing tour. Every detail was perfect and well thought out. Katia and Gabriella were our favorite guides. Their knowledge was second to none. Being in a small group was great. Our accommodation was very good and restaurants were excellent. You were made to feel like part of Italian family. Nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend Great Tours of Italy.
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By Amanda F.(United States (US))May 24, 2025 Fantastic timeWe had a fantastic time with Great Tours of Italy. Each day of the tour was very well organised and we experienced many varied , interesting experiences. All guides were enthusiastic, knowledgeable and proud of their local areas and their enthusiasm rubbed off on us and added to our enjoyment and appreciation. Only one suggestion for improvement …. whilst I appreciate the purpose of the dining experiences is to taste local cooking it would have been nice to have a non pasta alternative to choose from for main course for those who eventually felt “pasta’d out “
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By Jhon F.(United States (US))May 8, 2025 Very racommendedThis was my first trip with Great Tours of Italy, but I have traveled extensively. No other tour director has ever come close to being an outstanding individual, that is Elisa. He took care of us like a mother hen and was extremely professional while also being very personable.
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By Richard(United States (US))April 21, 2025 Bellissimo!The whole trip was one long highlight. There was so much to see and do that we were happily exhausted at the end of each day. We have never taken so many photos. Everywhere you look is another photo opportunity. The food was too good.
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By Stephanie L.(United States (US))October 2, 2024 IncomparableWe were scheduled to travel in 2020 but due to COVID were forced to reschedule four times until we finally made it. And, was it ever worth the wait! Our tour leader was an outstanding guide with an amazing knack for individual attention whether to dietary needs or physical limitations of his travelers. Although we loved every aspect of the trip, the day spent walking, eating and drinking in Tuscan’s countryside was an experience we will never forget. Having traveled to Italy for the first times, the unique experiences and authenticity of each location on this trip were incomparable. Hopefully, we will have an opportunity to join one of Great Tours of Italy tours in the future.
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By Kimbell R. September 22, 2024 Small-group sizeGreat Tours of Italy tour felt like living a dream for two weeks. We saw so many diverse parts of Italy — from historic cities, beautiful countryside, coastal towns, to countryside castles — and each stop felt unique. The small-group size made every day feel personal and manageable. This tour gave us exactly mix of history, food, architecture, and landscapes. A truly “once-in-a-lifetime” experience.
The tour runs almost all year-round, but the most comfortable seasons are April–June and September–October, with pleasant temperatures and fewer crowds.
Yes. You can add extra nights during the online booking process on the Great Tours of Italy website, or you may request them directly through your travel consultant at the time of booking.
Yes. The Bella Italia tour includes skip-the-line admission for all scheduled attractions. This typically covers:
- Vatican Museums
- Catacombs
- Colosseum
- Academy Museum (Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence)
- Pompeii Ruins
Skip-the-line access ensures faster entry and more time to enjoy the experience without long waiting times.
