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- Summer Italian Grand Tour (September 1-22, 2026) with THY for 5 nights (FCO-BLQ) Rome (2) - Florence (2) - Venice (1)
Summer Italian Grand Tour (September 1-22, 2026) with THY for 5 nights (FCO-BLQ) Rome (2) - Florence (2) - Venice (1)
1. DAY ISTANBUL – ROME
Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in the International Departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Rome. Arrival in Rome local time. We depart for Rome with our private vehicle and guide waiting for us. After arrival, a panoramic city tour of Rome. During our tour, we will see some of the city's most valuable treasures, including the Vatican (St. Peter's), Castel Sant'Angelo, the ruins of the Circo Massimo stadium from ancient Rome, and the Baroque streets by bus. A brief photo break at the Colosseum will be provided, and after the tour ends, free time in the afternoon. In the evening, for those interested, we will set off for an additional optional night tour of Rome (45€) where we will explore famous squares we haven't seen before and enjoy strolling through the streets. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
2. DAY ROME
After breakfast, a free day. For those who wish, we will set off for an additional tour organized by our guide to the breathtaking natural surroundings of the Albano Lake & Nemi Roman Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet (95€). We will visit the beautiful region where the Popes spent their summers and the village of Nemi, famous for its wild strawberries. Continuing with the tour, at Castel Romano Designer Outlet, we will have time for shopping in this center where we can find renowned brands. After this tour, later in the day, there is an option to join the extra tour of Rome Monuments and Masterpieces (65€). In this tour, we will witness the ancient monuments that have shaped European civilization and bear witness to 2300 years of history in the imperial city of Rome, including the ancient Pantheon temple, the famous Piazza Navona with its Baroque architecture and fountain, the Trevi Fountain, where it is believed that those who throw a coin into it will return to Rome, the famous Spanish Steps with street performers, and Castel Sant'Angelo. This tour will be conducted step by step with your guide, and you will be ready to get lost in the ancient stories and historical fabric of Rome. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
3. DAY ROME – FLORENCE – MONTECATINI
After breakfast, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, our city panoramic tour will begin, where we will photograph the historic streets and squares of the city, ending our panoramic tour at Piazza Della Repubblica. After a short break, for those who wish, we will continue our detailed exploration of the Renaissance capital, UNESCO World Heritage Florence, with our guide. In the afternoon, there is the option to join an extra tour, "In the Footsteps of the Medici Renaissance Works" (45€). In this tour, we will closely examine the city's monuments, accompanied by the life stories of Florentine artists and scientists who shaped the Renaissance period. Notable sites during this tour include Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici family ruled, the Piazza Della Signoria hosting the masterpieces of Hercules and David, the Uffizi Art Gallery, the historic Ponte Vecchio bridge, the Medici corridor, the house of the famous literary master Dante Alighieri, and the Santa Maria del Fiore Duomo with its significant dome and famous Baptistery known as the "Gates of Paradise." After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
4. DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI)
After breakfast, a free day. For those interested, we will set off for an additional tour organized by our guide to Pisa & the Italian Riviera Portofino (145€). This trip consists of two parts; the Italian Riviera Portofino, known for inspiring songs, is a jewel of the Italian Riviera with its colorful well-maintained houses and luxury cafes, bars, and yachts moored at the harbors. In Santa Margharita harbor, with its luxurious hotels and the beautiful coastal promenade and harbor protected by Brown Castle, you can enjoy the breathtaking beauty. Pisa is famous for its iconic leaning tower, which is considered one of the most significant historical monuments in the world. During the panoramic tour, we will visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral, the Baptistery, and Miracoli Square, and our guests may take photos in this historical city. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
5. DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) - VENICE
After breakfast, we will leave our hotel and head to Venice. Upon arrival, we will start a panoramic city tour of Venice Island. Our stops include St. Mark's Square, its Basilica, Doge's Palace, the Clock Tower, the Bridge of Sighs, and the historical Campanille Bell Tower. For those who wish, there is the option to join an additional gondola tour (30€) organized by your guide. Additionally, you may join a tour of the Grand Canal (55€) to see all the beauties and historical buildings of the city from special boats that pass through the city's central canal. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
6. DAY VENICE - BOLOGNA - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, hotel check-out procedures and transfer to the airport. Depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Arrival in Istanbul local time and end of our tour.
What's Included
- THY scheduled flights with Istanbul (IST) – Rome / Venice – Istanbul (IST) economy class plane ticket
- 5 nights – 6 days; 1 Night in the Venice region (Quarto d’Altino, Spinea, Padova, Cittadella, Brenta, Treviso, Mira, Mirano, Mogliano, etc.) 2 Nights in the Florence Monte Catini, Pistoia or Prato region, – 2 Nights in Rome (25-35 km from the center), including; Bed and breakfast, 3 and/or 4 star hotel accommodations.
- All Airport - Hotel Transfers
- Intercity bus transfers
- Panoramic city tours of Venice, Florence, and Rome
- Turkish Guidance Services throughout the tour
Not Included
- Exit fee for traveling abroad
- Visa Fee
- Travel Insurance (15€)
- Extra Tours
- Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
- Vaporetto fee (30€)
- City Taxes (30€ paid to the local agency representative during the tour. Tourists staying in Italy are required to pay a tourist tax.
- Venice Island entry tax (15€) (Municipal taxes may vary on the date of travel.)
- All hotel extras and personal expenses
- Mandatory driver tips (5€ per person)
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