Italy: Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice

 

Italy: Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice

Embrace a simpler way of life as you travel through this Old World country steeped in rich traditions and glorious history on the unforgettable Adventures by Disney Italy vacation. Be immersed in the timelessness of a remarkable culture—and be astonished by the warmth of its people.
 

Guided Vacation Details

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  • Vacation Includes

    • Disney-trained Adventure Guides and knowledgeable local experts
    • Outstanding Accommodations as specified in the itinerary
    • Meals as specified in the itinerary
    • Daily activities and entertainment as specified in the itinerary
    • Admission fees to attractions and performances as specified in the itinerary
    • Porterage service
    • Transportation within your adventure
    • Transfers upon arrival and departure (excluding pre- or post-nights not booked through Adventures by Disney)
    • All gratuities except for Adventure Guides
    • Taxes, including airport departure taxes (where applicable)
    • Internal airfare when applicable
  • Trip Highlights

    • The Colosseum: Step back in time as you tour this impressive structure that was at the center of an empire.
    • Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Privately Guided Experience: Tour the masterpieces at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel on a privately-guided tour prior to opening hours.
    • Venice Gondola Tour: Enjoy the Floating City while you're serenaded on a private gondola ride along the Grand Canal.
    • Tuscan Farm Lunch & Pasta-Making: Dine and cook pasta amid the idyllic setting of Tuscany's Fattoria Poggio Alloro farm.
    • Florence Tour: Explore the great Renaissance city that is home to the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio and Michelangelo's David.
    • Venetian Mask-Making: Create your own Carnevale mask with the help of a skilled artisan at the local shop, Tragicomica.
  • Itinerary

    Day 1: Rome

    Arrive in Rome
    Meet an Adventures by Disney representative in the baggage claim area who will escort you to your car. Take in the sights as your driver delivers you to the Hotel Gran Meliá Rome.

    Check into Gran Meliá Rome Hotel
    Experience contemporary Italian elegance at this stunning hotel in the heart of Rome's cultural and entertainment attractions. Offering spectacular views of St. Peter's Basilica, the Gran Meliá Rome Hotel is located on the banks of the River Tiber, just a short walk from the Vatican. With modern amenities, a magnificent pool and lush gardens, this urban resort offers a stay that is truly unforgettable.

    Tour the Colosseum
    Enjoy a fantastic tour of the Colosseum that makes you feel part of history! Built by Emperor Vespasian around AD 70-72, the Colosseum was a gift to the people of Rome and soon housed spectacles and games as well as wild animal and gladiator combats. All Guests can participate in an engaging tour of the Colosseum that gives them an understanding of ancient Rome.♦


    Welcome Reception and Private Dinner at Hotel
    Meet the other families that will share this adventure in a special gathering, held in a private room with a pool view. After a festive cocktail reception, feast on the first of many mouthwatering Italian meals!
    • Meals Included: Dinner
    • Accommodations: Gran Meliá Rome Hotel

    Day 2: Rome

    Early Morning Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Privately-Guided Experience
    Get an early start to your day as you embark on an exclusive, privately-guided tour of the Vatican Museum you'll see masterpieces by the greatest artists in history in a collection spanning 4000 years. You will also, be guided by a local expert through the Sistine Chapel where you can get an intimate look at Michelangelo's magnificent achievement.♦

    Breakfast at the Vatican
    Following your tour of the Vatican and Sistine Chapel, you'll enjoy an American breakfast served at the Bistrot La Pigna.

    Rome Walking Tour
    Take to the streets and ancient byways of Rome on this privately guided walking tour where you'll visit the spectacular destinations you've always dreamed of seeing. Explore the city center, home to the famed Spanish Steps, the Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain. Stop along the way and taste some authentic gelato!

    Pizza Tasting Lunch at a Local Restaurant
    Treat your taste buds to a true Italian staple—pizza! Sample a variety of the food that Italy is known for the world over.

    Afternoon & Dinner On Your Own
    Explore the city's authentic and molto delizioso restaurants. Be sure to ask your Adventure Guides to make recommendations for a memorable meal that fits your family's needs.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    • Accommodations: Gran Meliá Rome Hotel

    Day 3: Rome, Tuscany

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Enjoy a full American-style buffet breakfast to start the day.

    St. Peter's Basilica Tour
    Take a private tour of this impressive church—a famed example of Renaissance architecture.

    Travel to Orvieto, Umbria
    Travel to the upper town of Orvieto, all the while taking in the spectacular views of the Umbrian valley.

    On Your Own in the Upper Town of Orvieto
    Be amazed by this medieval city that's seemingly untouched by time. Explore the magnificent Duomo di Orvieto—a cathedral famous for its Gothic façade, pillars, grand sculptures, stained glass and frescoes.

    Lunch at a Local Restaurant in Orvieto
    Revel in a delicious Italian experience featuring local cuisine.

    Journey to Tavarnelle Val di Pesa
    Take a motor coach across the countryside abundant in pastoral splendor to Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, Tuscany.

    Check-In at Hotel
    Enjoy a welcome drink as your Adventure Guides check you into this quaint hotel in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa.

    Adult Dinner at Hotel
    Dine at leisure enjoying excellent Tuscan cuisine made from the finest local and regional products. Begin by tasting an assortment of locally produced and award-winning wines before settling down to dinner on the terrace, under the Tuscan sky.

    Junior Adventurers – Dinner & Disney Movie
    Junior Adventurers enjoy an evening of lawn games and an Italian soda tasting activity, followed by a kids-only dinner and a Disney movie.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda or Brunelleschi Hotel in Florence or Cappuccina Country Resort

    Day 4: Tuscany

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Start your day with a delicious breakfast and then head by motor coach for half a day on a farm.

    Fattoria Poggio Alloro – Pasta-Making Activity
    Travel by coach to Fattoria Poggio Alloro—a working farm with its own winery—located in the heart of the Chianti wine-growing region. Be welcomed by the chef, who will lead you in a fun pasta-making activity. And take in the spectacular views of the medieval towers of San Gimignano, a fortified hilltop town, standing on a nearby hilltop.

    Adult Wine Tasting in the Fioroni Family's Winery
    Tour the family winery, and then enjoy wine tasting, sampling several of their recent vintages.

    Kids Olive Oil Flavoring
    While adults taste wine, Junior Adventurers learn how to infuse them into bottles of olive oil—another product of the farm.

    Private Lunch at Fattoria Poggio Alloro
    Enjoy a delicious pasta lunch at this picturesque farm. Weather permitting, lunch will be served on the terrazza, overlooking the beautiful scenery and medieval towers of San Gimignano.

    Afternoon on Your Own at Hotel
    Return to your charming Tuscan hotel and enjoy a relaxing afternoon or stroll through Tavarnelle Val di Pesa to explore the shops and cafés.

    Tuscan Dinner to Remember
    Indulge yourself at a banquet set in picturesque Tuscany.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    • Accommodations: Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda or Brunelleschi Hotel in Florence or Cappuccina Country Resort

    Day 5: Tuscany, Florence

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Enjoy a delicious breakfast and get ready for your trip to Florence.

    Explore Florence
    Share the timeless treasures of the Renaissance on a privately guided exploration designed to enchant travelers of all ages. Enjoy reserved entry and access to see Michelangelo's David followed by a walking tour of the city's famed Duomo, Baptistry, Piazza della Signoria, Piazza della Repubblica, Ponte Vecchio and other sights.

    Lunch On Your Own in Florence
    Enjoy authentic Tuscan cooking at one of the fine restaurants in Florence or choose a restaurant that offers international fare. Ask your Adventure Guides to suggest an ideal restaurant for you and your family.

    Afternoon and Dinner On Your Own in Florence
    Step into the pages of history and discover the beauty of this magical metropolis. Shop for treasures at a bustling marketplace or marvel at great works of art in magnificent museums. Then, indulge your senses with a dinner on your own in Florence! Ask your Adventure Guides for recommendations.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast
    • Accommodations: Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda or Brunelleschi Hotel in Florence or Cappuccina Country Resort

    Day 6: Tuscany, Venice

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Enjoy a delightful breakfast at the hotel before you begin your trip to Venice.

    Train to Venice – and Lunch Onboard
    Bid farewell to the countryside and climb aboard the high-speed train and experience the comfort of first-class seating. A boxed lunch is provided along the way.

    Private Gondola Tour
    Upon your arrival in Venice, be serenaded as you explore the City of Canals by gondola, the traditional mode of Venetian transportation. Travel near the Rialto Bridge, gliding along the famed Grand Canal on a private tour of this floating city.

    Private Boat to the Hotel Hilton Molino Stucky
    Board a boat to reach your luxury hotel. Located on Giudecca Island—and occupying what was once Venice's immense flour mill—the Hotel Hilton Molino Stucky is now a prestigious 5-star hotel.

    Check-In and Welcome Reception at the Hotel Hilton Molino Stucky
    As you Adventure Guides check you in and handle your luggage, look around this grand hotel that offers a range of amenities including a unique rooftop swimming pool and distinctive views of Venice. Then join your Adventure Guides for a welcome reception.

    Dinner On Your Own in Venice
    Decide where you and your family would like to enjoy a Venetian dinner. Choose between gourmet restaurants, tempting trattorias or local favorites.
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
    • Accommodations: Hilton Molino Stucky

    Day 7: Venice

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Start your day off with a tasty breakfast before you explore more of this exciting city.

    Guided Tour of the Doges Palace & Art Detective Game
    Get an up-close look at this monumental palace built in Venetian Gothic style. Now a museum, this landmark was once the residence of the Doge, the supreme authority of the Republic of Venice.

    Junior Adventurers get to play sleuths as they participate in a special Adventures by Disney art detective game designed by Disney, exclusively for kids.

    Private Walking Tour to Piazza San Marco
    See Venice's illustrious history come to life and its architectural treasures illuminated on a privately guided, story-filled walking tour.

    Tragicomica – Venetian Carnevale Mask-Making
    Take a scenic walk through the heart of Venice and head to Tragicomica—a shop where you can participate in a private, hands-on workshop in the art of mask-making under the guidance of an artisan. And create a masquerade masterpiece of your own!

    Lunch On Your Own in Venice
    Enjoy a Venetian lunch with your family at one of the many excellent restaurants.

    On Your Own in Venice
    Explore the canals, bridges and footpaths of Venice—and encounter dazzling boutiques and art museums along the way!

    Farewell Dinner on the Jolly Roger
    Board the Jolly Roger, the pirate-themed galleon that is modeled after the ships launched by the Venetian Republic. Toast the bountiful adventure you've shared with your family and newfound friends. And enjoy delectable Italian dishes, lively entertainment and a few Disney surprises at this special party that celebrates the adventure of a lifetime!
    • Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
    • Accommodations: Hilton Molino Stucky

    Day 8: Zurich, Switzerland

    Breakfast at the Hotel
    Bid farewell to all your fellow Adventurers and enjoy one last meal in Venice.

    Transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport or Train Station
    Relax as we handle your luggage and arrange for transportation to the airport or train station. Say "arrivederci" to beautiful Italy—until you return again!
    • Meals Included: Breakfast
 

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♦Due to official Papal activities within the Vatican/St. Peter's Basilica, and government regulations, the order and timing of activities as described here may be altered on Day 1, Day 2 and Day 3. Your Adventure Guides will advise you of any changes at the Welcome and Reception on Day 1.

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