Italy: Colosseums, Cathedrals & Canals

Meet your private guide  or set out independently on foot through the historical center of Rome, a breathtaking area filled with fascinating archaeological sites and monuments. Take in views of the 2,000-year-old Pantheon, one of the most influential and well-preserved buildings of ancient Rome, best recognized for its massive dome and center oculus. Head to the famous 18th century Trevi Fountain, considered the most beautiful Baroque fountain in the world, where you can follow the legend and toss in a coin to ensure your return to Rome. At Piazza Navona, you’ll find the central Four Rivers Fountain by Bernini, a 17th century masterpiece with its giant statues of sea gods, a work that one could gaze upon for hours as the light gradually changes on the surrounding Baroque facades and cafes, and artists set up to sell their wares in the lively square. Finally, Piazza Di Spagna, also called the heart of Rome, is one of the most exciting squares in Rome, famous for its Spanish Steps, with different terraces, ramps and 135 steps, decorated with colorful flowers in the spring.

Food Tour of Rome – Early Evening (3 Hours)

Pass the huge monument to Victor Emmanuel, Capitol Hill, and stroll the ancient Roman Forum with the rostrum where Mark Anthony made his impassioned speech over the body of Julius Caesar. No visit to Rome is complete without experiencing the interior of the historic Colosseum, one of the world’s most celebrated buildings. Built 2,000 years ago, this epic stadium formerly held gladiatorial contests and other public spectacles. Visit this UNSECO-listed structure, and gaze out across the stadium floor imagining the roar of 80,000 boisterous spectators from ancient Rome!

Half Day Morning Tour (4 hours)

Hotel Lungarno, a luxury hotel near Ponte Vecchio was fully refurbished in 2017.

Your charming home away from home, a stone throw away from Ponte Vecchio. Florence and Tuscan hospitality are experienced at its finest in this splendid setting offering stunning views on the master works of the Renaissance.

The exclusive and stilish Hotel Lungarno was designed by the Florentine architect Michele Bönan and invites you to spend magical days surrounded by luxury, glamorous art and culture.

This charming and luxury hotel in Florence offers a precious art collection from the 900’s, such as works by Picasso and Cocteau, Tuscan and Italian world-class temptations at its Michelin-starred Borgo San Jacopo restaurant, and a breathtaking view onto the River Arno.

Depart with the driver at 9:00 am through the Tuscan countryside and head towards the coast for a day of exploring Lucca and Pisa on your own. Enjoy the walled medieval town of Lucca and walk along its cobblestone streets to visit its important piazzas and churches, then enjoy time on your own for lunch. Proceed to Pisa, home of the famous Leaning Tower, where you will be able to climb to the

Check out from Hotel Lungarno

top of the tower with the resident staff. 

Once Palazzo Genovese, today Sina Centurion Palace. A 5 star luxury hotel located on the Grand Canal with stunning views of both the Grand Canal and the traditional venetian internal garden.

The Hotel is located in the heart of the Dorsoduro district next to the Basilica of S. Maria della Salute, Punta della Dogana and the famous Guggenheim museum.

A unique blend between the ancient building’s gothic façade and the contemporary exclusive bespoke design of the interiors; a contrast in harmony with the district where the hotel is located; the most ancient in Venice and home to contemporary art.

Gondola Ride

Meet your private guide in the hotel lobby and set on foot for a 3-hour walking tour to discover the highlights of Venice. Head to St Mark’s Square, the heart of the political and religious power of the Venetian Republic for centuries. Here you can spot the grand 11th-century church of St Mark’s Basilica, nicknamed the Church of Gold for its sheer opulence and position as a status symbol of Venetian wealth. 

Adjacent is St Mark’s Campanile, the imposing 12th-century bell tower, standing at 323 feet tall. Visually dominating the entire northern stretch of the square are the arcaded Procuratie Vecchie buildings, in classical and Gothic style. Just off the court and lining the Grand Canal, admire the Gothic-style exterior of the 13th-century Doge’s Palace, the former residence of the supreme ruler of the Venetian Republic of antiquity. Learn of its adjoining former prison, connected to the Palace by the Bridge of Sighs, which retains the true secrets of how a city built on swamps became one of the most enlightened cities in the western world. You’ll hear tales of notable Venetian characters like Marco Polo and Casanova, continuing along to the lively Campo Santa Maria Formosa with its fabulous Venetian palaces and the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo (considered the Pantheon of Venice). 

Your walking tour concludes at the evocative Rialto Bridge overlooking the Grand Canal. From here, you will continue touring in the comfort of a private boat and hostess to the famous Venetian islands, starting with Murano. 

The world’s top glassmakers have worked on the island since 1291, and clients will see masters of this craft at work, along with their most important historical pieces. The next stop is Burano, with its brightly painted houses which is world renowned for intricate lace making. Finally, proceed to Torcello to visit the island with the oldest cathedral in Venice, the Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta, a magnificent Byzantine-Italian cathedral dating to 639 AD housing ancient mosaics.

Return to your hotel afterward.