Summer Period Grand Italy Express Tour (September 07-21, 2026) with THY, 5 nights (FCO-VCE) - EVENING RETURN Rome (2) - Florence (2) - Venice (1)

1st DAY ISTANBUL – ROME Meeting point at the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage and ticket processing, we depart for Rome. Arrival in Rome local time. We move to Rome with our private vehicle awaiting us and our guide. After arrival, a panoramic city tour of Rome. During our tour, we will see some of the city's most valuable treasures such as Vatican City (St. Peter's), Castel Sant'Angelo, the ruins of the ancient Circo Massimo stadium, and streets from the Baroque period from the bus. A short photo break at the Colosseum, followed by free time in the afternoon. In the evening, for those who wish, we will depart for an extra Roma Night Tour (€45), where we will see famous squares we've not visited before and enjoy walking through the streets of Rome. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at the hotel. 2nd DAY ROME After breakfast, a free day. For those who wish, we will depart for an extra organized tour of the picturesque Albano Lake & Nemi Villages (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet (€95). We will explore the area known for its natural beauty where the Popes spent their summers and the village of Nemi known for its mountain strawberries. Continuing the tour at Castel Romano Designer Outlet, we will have the opportunity to shop for famous brands. After this tour, guests who wish can join the extra Rome Monuments and Masterpieces (€65) tour. In this tour, we will witness the ancient traditions of Rome, visiting some of the oldest monuments such as the ancient Pantheon Temple, Piazza Navona known for its Baroque architecture and famous fountain, the Trevi Fountain where it is believed that tossing a coin will ensure a return to Rome, the Spanish Steps famous for street performers, and Castel Sant'Angelo - the Castle of Angels. In this tour, get ready to lose yourself in the ancient stories and historical fabric of Rome, walking with your guide step by step. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at the hotel. 3rd DAY ROME – FLORENCE – MONTECATINI After breakfast, we set off for Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, our city panoramic tour begins, ending at Piazza Della Republica (Republic Square) where we will photograph the historical streets and squares of Florence. After a short break, for those interested, we will continue our exploration of Florence, the capital of the Renaissance, accompanied by our guide. In the afternoon, there is an optional tour of Renaissance Masterpieces in the footsteps of the Medici (€45). In this tour, we will thoroughly examine the historical monuments of the city alongside the life stories of Florentine artists and scientists who shaped the Renaissance. Among the places we will see are Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici family ruled, Piazza Della Signoria, home to the masterpieces of Hercules and David, the Uffizi Art Gallery, the Ponte Vecchio, the historical bridge of the city, the Medici corridor, the home of famous literary master Dante Alighieri, and the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral with Italy's third-highest dome, as well as the Baptistery famous for its "Gates of Paradise". After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at the hotel. 4th DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) After breakfast, a free day. For those interested, we will depart for an extra organized tour to Pisa & Italian Riviera Portofino (€145). This trip consists of two parts; the Italian Riviera Portofino, known for inspiring songs, is the jewel of the Italian Riviera with its colorful, well-groomed houses, luxurious cafes and bars below these houses, and luxury yachts docked in the ports. We will see the coastal area and the Brown Castle that protects the port of Santa Margherita, where you can swim in breathtaking beauty. Pisa is famous for its leaning tower, recognized as one of the most important historical artifacts. During the panoramic tour, we will visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the cathedral, baptistery, and Miracoli Square, and guests who wish can take photos in this historic city. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at the hotel. 5th DAY FLORENCE (MONTECATINI) - VENICE After breakfast, we depart from our hotel to Venice. Upon arrival, we will start our panoramic city tour of Venice. Our discovery stops will include St. Mark's Square, Basilica, Doge's Palace, Clock Tower, Bridge of Sighs, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. Those interested can join the optional Gondola (€30) tour arranged by the guide. Additionally, you can join the Grand Canal (€55) tour where we will explore all the beauty and historical buildings of the city from the Grand Canal, the symbol of Venice. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and overnight stay at the hotel. 6th DAY VENICE - ISTANBUL After breakfast, we check out from the hotel and have free time for some last-minute shopping. For those who wish, you can join the optional organized tour of Verona & Lake Garda Sirmione (€125). In Verona, the birthplace of the young lovers Romeo and Juliet written by Shakespeare in the 15th century, we will visit Juliet's house, the arena completed in A.D. 30, where gladiatorial games were held in the Veneto Region, as well as the Erbe and Signori squares. Then we will move to Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy. Lake Garda is one of the most beautiful examples of the lakes region in northern Italy, with its natural beauty and thermal waters. Our visit point will be the lakeside town of Sirmione, which once housed the ancient Roman poet Catullus's villa and the summer villa of the world-famous soprano Maria Callas. This lakeside town will enchant you with its stone houses, streets, local boutiques, and cafes. After shopping and free time, we will transfer to the airport. Departure to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight. Arrival in Istanbul local time and end of our tour.