Classic Italy: Rome, Florence & Venice
Italy · 8 Days / 7 Nights
The classic first-time Italy route, connecting Rome, Florence, and Venice by high-speed rail over eight days. Each city gets enough time to see its essential sights without a single overnight bus or rushed transfer — this is a trip built around trains, not tour buses.
Route
Key Highlights
- Colosseum and Roman Forum skip-the-line tour
- Florence's Duomo and Uffizi Gallery
- Venice Grand Canal gondola ride
- High-speed rail travel between all three cities
Why You'll Love This Trip
- Skip-the-line entry at the Colosseum and Uffizi Gallery, saving hours of queue time
- High-speed rail (not coach transfers) between all three cities
- A full free day in each city to explore beyond the guided highlights
- Central hotels within walking distance of each city's historic core
Traveler Question
How much does the Classic Italy package cost?
Starting from $1,780 per person based on double occupancy, including 7 nights of accommodation, high-speed rail between all three cities, skip-the-line Colosseum and Uffizi tours, and a Venice Grand Canal gondola ride.
Day by day
Your Detailed Itinerary
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3 Days in Rome
Rome
Transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to your central hotel. Spend the evening walking to the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona at your own pace.
Today's Highlights
Rome
A guided, skip-the-line tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, tracing the center of the ancient Roman Empire.
Today's Highlights
Experiences Covered
- 1.Colosseum & Roman Forum
Rome
A free day to explore at your own pace — the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, the Pantheon, or the Borghese Gallery are all popular additions.
Today's Highlights
2 Days in Florence
Florence
A high-speed rail journey (approximately 1.5 hours) to Florence, checking into your central hotel before an afternoon around the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria.
Today's Highlights
Florence
A guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery's Renaissance collection, followed by a free afternoon — many guests take an optional half-day trip into the Chianti countryside.
Today's Highlights
Experiences Covered
- 1.Uffizi Gallery
3 Days in Venice
Venice
A high-speed rail journey to Venice, followed by a classic Grand Canal gondola ride past the city's Gothic and Renaissance palazzos.
Today's Highlights
Experiences Covered
- 1.Venice Grand Canal Gondola
Venice
A free day to explore St. Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge, and Venice's quieter canal-side neighborhoods, or take an optional trip to the glass-blowing island of Murano.
Today's Highlights
Venice
A final morning at leisure before your transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport for departure.
Today's Highlights
Traveler Question
Is 8 days enough for Rome, Florence, and Venice?
Yes — this gives roughly 3 days in Rome, 2-3 in Florence, and 2 in Venice, enough for each city's essential sights plus a free day to wander.
On the map
Places You'll Visit
Rome
Italy's capital and the heart of the ancient Roman Empire.
The trip's opening three days, centered on the Colosseum and Roman Forum.
Florence
The capital of the Renaissance and gateway to Tuscany.
Home to the Uffizi Gallery and the Duomo.
Venice
A car-free city built across canals and lagoon islands.
The trip's closing two days, centered on the Grand Canal.
Included in your trip
Experiences Included
Colosseum & Roman Forum
A skip-the-line guided tour of ancient Rome's amphitheater and forum.
Included in your itinerary
Uffizi Gallery
A guided tour of Florence's Renaissance art collection.
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Venice Grand Canal Gondola
A classic gondola ride along Venice's main waterway.
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What's Included
- 7 nights accommodation with daily breakfast
- High-speed rail tickets between Rome, Florence, and Venice
- Skip-the-line Colosseum and Roman Forum guided tour
- Uffizi Gallery guided tour
- Venice Grand Canal gondola ride
- Airport transfers in Rome and from Venice
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Lunches and most dinners
- Travel insurance
- Vatican Museums (available as an add-on)
Traveler Question
Do we need a visa to visit Italy?
Italy is part of the Schengen Area, so many nationalities including the US, UK, and Canada can enter visa-free for stays up to 90 days; other nationalities should confirm Schengen visa requirements with the Italian consulate before booking.
Make it yours
Customization Options
- Add a Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel guided tour
- Extend with 2-3 nights on the Amalfi Coast
- Add a Tuscany countryside day trip from Florence
Good to know
Important Information
- Rail tickets are for reserved high-speed (Frecciarossa/Italo) services — arrive 20 minutes before departure.
- Venice's historic center is car-free; luggage transfers to your hotel are by water taxi or on foot over bridges.
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — this is one of our most popular honeymoon routes, pairing Venice's Grand Canal gondola ride and Florence's Renaissance art with central, walkable hotels in each city; a Tuscany countryside day trip is also a popular add-on for couples.
April-June and September-October offer comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds at the Colosseum and Uffizi Gallery; July-August is peak season with higher heat and larger crowds at all three cities' major sights.
The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel aren't included by default but can be added as a guided tour — let us know when customizing your itinerary.
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$1,780