Complete Italy Tour with Turkish Airlines 7 Nights 8 Days Special Semester 2027 (MXP-FCO)

Day 1: Istanbul – Milan 

We meet at 09:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul New Airport. After check-in, we depart for Milan at 12:35 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1895. Upon arrival at 14:25 local time, we begin our panoramic Milan city tour with our waiting bus. During our Milan city tour, Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Duomo Cathedral, and the city’s famous fashion district will be seen panoramically. After our guide’s explanations, free time will be given in the city center. Guests who wish may join the Milan Masterpieces Tour, organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Optional Tour: Milan Masterpieces Tour: Per Person 30 €

We begin our enjoyable walking tour to discover the places not seen. On our tour, we first see Piazza Mercanti Square, which stands out with its elegant architecture and historical atmosphere, and closely discover the structures that have survived from the Middle Ages to the present day. Then we visit the Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore, one of Milan’s oldest churches. Known as the “Sistine Chapel of Milan,” this impressive structure fascinates visitors with its interior completely adorned with frescoes. We continue our walk along Via Dante, one of the city’s most elegant streets, and have the opportunity to observe Milan’s daily life up close. Then we arrive in the Brera District, which stands out with its art galleries, cafés, and historical texture. In Brera, one of Milan’s most characteristic areas with its narrow stone streets, art ateliers, and boutique shops, we give free time. Guests who wish may spend pleasant time here with Italian coffee or go shopping.

Day 2: Milan – Verona - Venice

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Venice. Guests who wish may join the Verona Tour organized by our guide on the way. After the tour, we head to Venice. From Tronchetto port, the last transport point for vehicles, we continue by vaporetto to the historic island. After an enjoyable vaporetto ride, we get off near Piazza San Marco, the historic center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, all vehicles we are used to seeing in daily life, such as motor vehicles, police, ambulances, garbage trucks, municipal buses, etc., have been replaced by boats. During our walk along Riva degli Schiavoni (Slaves’ Shore), one of Venice’s iconic points, we see the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri), San Giorgio Maggiore Island, the exterior of the Doge’s Palace, and the two historic columns symbolizing the city’s entrance panoramically. After our walk, we arrive at St. Mark’s Square, the heart of Venice and one of the city’s most magnificent squares. After brief explanations by our guide, we give a photo break and free time for you to explore this enchanting atmosphere and take beautiful photos. Guests who wish may join the Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour, which will be organized as an extra to discover Venice’s historical and cultural riches more closely. After our tour, free time and transfer to our hotel.

Optional Tour: Romeo & Juliet City of Love Verona Tour Per Person: 40 Euro

We explore Verona, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. During the walking tour, Piazza Bra, Arena di Verona, Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, the Scaliger Tombs, and Juliet’s House with its famous balcony will be seen from the outside. After the guide’s explanations, free time will be given to explore the city’s historic streets, shop, or take a short break.

Optional Tour: Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour Per Person: 50 €

We receive information about the historical and architectural features of St. Mark’s Basilica, one of Venice’s most important landmarks; and discover the importance St. Mark’s Square held as the political and religious center of the Venice Republic for centuries. Then, after detailed information about the Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio), the Campanile (Bell Tower), and the Doge’s Palace, we continue our walk through the historic streets that bear witness to Venice’s past. In the continuation of our tour, we explore the area around the Rialto Bridge and Rialto Market, one of the important trade points extending from the past to the present, by passing through narrow canals, hidden passages, and historic squares reflecting Venice’s enchanting atmosphere. We have the opportunity to closely observe the lively atmosphere of this area and take beautiful photos that reflect Venice’s unique texture. We crown our Venice experience with a gondola tour, one of the most enjoyable and unforgettable parts of our program. Gliding through the historic canals in traditional gondolas, we discover the city’s unique architecture and romantic atmosphere from a completely different perspective. This special tour, where you will closely experience Venice’s enchanting atmosphere intertwined with history, art, architecture, and romance, offers a discovery full of unforgettable memories.

Note: The gondola ride is carried out according to the standard operation applied in Venice, with gondolas for a maximum of 5 people, shared according to the number of participants.

Day 3: Venice - Florence

After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival, we begin exploring Florence, considered the birthplace of Renaissance art; a city that pioneered trade in silk, wool, gold, and banking in Europe, once served as the capital of the Kingdom of Italy, and is the city where many important names who shaped world history, such as Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo, were born. During our panoramic city tour, the Florence Cathedral (Duomo), Baptistery, Giotto Bell Tower, the Signoria Palace, which is now used as an open-air museum, and Signoria Square, Lanzi Loggia, Uffizi Square, Ponte Vecchio Bridge with a history of approximately 650 years and jewelry shops on it, Republic Square, and San Lorenzo Market are among the sights to be seen. After our city tour, free time will be given. Then transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel.

Day 4: Florence 

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Great Tuscany: Pisa, Siena & San Gimignano Tour organized as an extra by our guide. Overnight at our hotel.

Optional Tour: Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano Tour): Per Person 100 EUR

We discover the three most important cities of Tuscany in one day. Our first stop is Pisa, where Piazza dei Miracoli, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral, and the Baptistery will be seen from the outside. Then we continue to San Gimignano, famous for its medieval texture and impressive towers. Here we take an enjoyable walk through Cisterna Square and the historic streets. In Siena, our final stop, walking through the narrow medieval streets, the area around Siena Cathedral, the Bankers’ Lodge, and Campo Square, known worldwide for the famous Palio Horse Races, are among the sights to be seen. Museum and archaeological site entrance fees in the cities are not included in the tour fee unless otherwise stated.

Day 5: Florence – Rome 

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Rome. Upon arrival, we begin our panoramic Rome city tour in this enchanting city, the capital of world history and of Italy. During our tour, we explore Rome’s most important historical points panoramically. Our first stop is the Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine right next to it. Then, with the view of the Roman Forum, we watch the city’s unique panoramic view from Capitoline Hill. Next, we see the famous Mouth of Truth statue located in Piazza della Bocca della Verità, pass in front of Teatro Marcello, which has survived from Ancient Rome to the present day, and reach the banks of the Tiber River. Our tour ends with the magnificent view of Castel Sant’Angelo (Holy Angel Castle) rising on the riverbank. After our city tour, guests who wish may join the Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and check in to our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.

Optional Tour: Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour Per Person 40 Euro

On this enjoyable walking tour, where we will discover Rome’s heritage of history, art, and faith together; Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Venezia, and the Vittorio Emanuele II Monument will be seen. Then the Fountain of the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Fontana di Trevi, the Spanish Steps, and Piazza del Popolo will be visited. In the final section of our tour, we proceed to the Vatican and see St. Peter’s Square and the exterior facade of the basilica. If security checks, visitor density, religious ceremonies, and the Vatican’s daily operations are suitable, entry to St. Peter’s Basilica will be made. The visit inside the basilica may be carried out in a self-guided format. A guided explanation inside may not be possible due to Vatican rules.

Day 6: Rome – Naples & Pompeii – Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, free time for the whole day. Guests who wish may join the Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour organized as an extra by our guide. In the evening, guests who wish may join the Rome by Night Tour. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.

Optional Tour: Pompeii Ancient City and Naples City Tour – Per Person: 120 Euro

We begin our tour in the Ancient City of Pompeii, buried under ash after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. After discovering the ancient city’s stone streets, houses, shops, baths, frescoes, and mosaics accompanied by a licensed local guide, we head to Naples. During our panoramic Naples city tour, Castel Nuovo, the Royal Palace, San Carlo Theatre, Galleria Umberto, and the historic city center will be seen. During your free time, you may have the opportunity to taste Naples’ world-famous street food and traditional Italian pizza. The entrance fee to the Ancient City of Pompeii is not included in the tour fee unless otherwise stated.

Day 7: Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Nemi & Lakes Region + Castel Romano Outlet Tour organized by our guide. After the tour, overnight at our hotel in Rome.

Optional Tour: Nemi Village & Lakes Region and Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour Per Person 70 Euro 

In the first part of our tour, the Castelli Romani region south of Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Lake Albano, and Nemi Village will be explored. After free time in Nemi, we head to Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet. Free time will be given for shopping, dining, and relaxing at the open-air concept shopping center, where world-famous brands offer discounted products throughout the year. Visiting times are determined by the guide according to the daily flow of the program.

Day 8: Rome – Istanbul

After breakfast and check-out at the hotel, free time. At the time determined by our guide, we transfer to the airport. We depart for Istanbul Airport at 14:50 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1866. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport at 19:30, our tour ends. Until we meet again in our next organization…

Optional Tour(Full Package) Price

Milan Masterpieces Tour 30 €

Romeo & Juliet City of Love Verona Tour 40 €

Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour 50 €

Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) 100 €

Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour 40 €

Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour 120 €

Nemi Village & Lakes Region & Castel Romano Outlet 70 €

Total Amount of Optional Tours: 450 €

15% Discounted Full Package Price: 380 €

City 3* and 4* Hotels Etc. (2 sample hotel names are given for each city)

Rome Relais Cristallo Tivoli 3* Etc. // Palace 2000 4* Etc.

Florence Park Hotel Moderno 3* Etc. // Hotel Terme Pellegrini 4* Etc.

Venice Le Calandre 3* Etc. // Roy Hotel 4* Etc.

Milan Hotel Esperia Rho 3* Etc. // Cosmo Hotel Palace 4* Etc.

Important Information

*The 15% Full Package discount is valid only when all optional tours are purchased as a package. 

*Optional tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the tour starts or through our regional guides during the tour. 

*Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be made for purchased optional tours. 

*Guests who do not join the optional tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping center, or a safe point determined by the guide depending on the operation of the tour. At the end of the tour, they will be picked up from the same point and rejoin the group. 

*The order, content, and visiting times of optional tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on weather conditions, the practices of official authorities, and operational requirements. 

*A sufficient number of participants is required for optional tours to take place. If sufficient participation cannot be achieved, the tour may be canceled or an alternative program may be applied.