Enchanting Italy (DJ)

9 days from Rome to Venice

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Small groups translate to great experiences on this Small Group Discovery tour of Italy! With more room to roam in Rome and space to savor the pleasures and treasures of Umbria and Tuscany, you’ll never miss a sight, bite, or decadent delight from the Eternal City to the timeless traditions of culture, cuisine, and captivating romance in Venice and Florence. Share the sweet life with your small group companions while dipping into chocolate, discovering secret recipes, daydreaming by gondola, or drinking wine with a few of your closest amici. And find more amore in the avenues and venues that are perfect for small groups on this che bella Small Group Discovery tour in Umbria and Tuscany.

Designed from the ground up for a maximum of 18 guests in Europe, this Small Group Discovery tour has everything you need to explore with up-close and exclusive experiences that go beyond traditional tours.

We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect tour—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. Enhance your free time with your GlobusGO mobile app!

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Meals

Meals & Itinerary

8 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Notes:

Rome - the 2025 Jubilee Year events may necessitate changes in the sequence of activities or the omission of certain events/places. Every effort will be made to follow the itinerary, but it may be subject to change.

Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY

Your Small Group Discovery Begins! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

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Dinner

Day 2 ROME

A Little Romance Join your group for an informative orientation tour to get to know the Eternal City with striking views of its legendary landmarks. Work up an appetite for a food tour of romantic Roma!

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SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Time stands still with a small group walk through the Eternal City. Join your personal Local Guide to be amazed by the monumental, artistic, and religious buildings of Rome. Along the way, stop in three local venues that are perfect for small groups to taste local specialties.

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Breakfast

Day 3 ROME–NARNI–PERUGIA

Small Pleasures in Perugia Enjoy an intimate walking tour to explore the sights of the ancient hilltop town of Narni. Next, visit a local frantoio farm for a special olive-oil tasting and light lunch in the 14th-century city of Perugia—one of the most beautiful and beloved villages in Italy.

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OLIVE YOU, ITALY! For generations, the same family has cared for hectares of fertile ground in the green hearth of Umbria. Take in the scent and the color of the excellent olive oil in this timeless mill as the family shares their history of cultivating Frantoio olives to achieve the authentic characteristic of its delicious flavor.

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Breakfast

Lunch

Day 4 PERUGIA–PIENZA

Sweet Expectations Enjoy the sweet experience of a guided walking tour, including an exclusive chocolate-tasting experience in Perugia. Keep the samples coming with a savory Pecorino cheese-tasting in Pienza.

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CHOCOLATE IS LIFE The town of Perugia is widely known for its love affair with chocolate. Every year, this beautiful capital of Umbria hosts the annual Eurochocolate festival, chocolate enthusiasts from around the world to gather and indulge in chocolate tastings and special events.

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SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION Settle in with your small group to enjoy two nights in the serenity of The Relais Chiostro di Pienza hotel. This former 13th-century Monastery of St. Francis combines austere elegance with Tuscan luxury in the center of the historic hamlet of Pienza.

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Breakfast

Day 5 PIENZA–EXCURSION TO BAGNO VIGNONI

A Toast to Tuscany Visit the small village of Bagno Vignoni in the Val D’Orcia region of Tuscany, renowned for its unique thermal baths which have been used since Roman times. Join your small group for a unique wine tasting in the Montepulciano region.

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NEW TRADITIONS A big advantage of small groups becomes clear when enjoying unique experiences like a visit to a sustainable and organic winery in the heart of Montepulciano region. Learn about local winemaking traditions that produce exceptional wines while caring for the environment and preserving the local ecosystem.

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Breakfast

Day 6 PIENZA–MONTERIGGIONI–SAN GIMIGNANO–FLORENCE

Secret Recipes Stop this morning in Monteriggioni and enjoy some free-time to explore this medieval gem. En-route to San Gimignano visit a local farm for a private cooking class, followed by lunch. In San Gimignano, join your group for an enlightening orientation walking tour.

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TABLE MANNERS Roll up your sleeves with a personal, professional chef to learn the techniques of preparing an authentic Tuscan meal. Master the secret methods of creating your own mouthwatering dishes using fresh, seasonal, and organic ingredients.

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Breakfast

Lunch

Day 7 FLORENCE

Fashionably Great Take a guided walking tour through the historic center of Florence to admire the elegant piazzas and monuments. Visit the Ferragamo Museum in Palazzo Spini Feroni, dedicated to the famous fashion designer and his collections, before celebrating in style with a typical Italian aperitif at a renowned local caffè.

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SMALL GROUP EXCLUSIVE Those lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world’s most magnificent art and architecture. Follow your Local Guide through a maze of must-see sights and legendary landmarks. Discover more about one of Italy’s great fashion designers, Salvatore Ferragamo, with a captivating visit to the Ferragamo Museum. Then mix with the locals as you relax and enjoy an aperitif. Cincin!

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Breakfast

Day 8 FLORENCE–VENICE

Via Venezia Travel to Venice via high-speed train. Later, grab your favorite few for a private Gondola ride followed by a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.

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MOORS & OARS Enjoy the quintessential Venetian experience with a Gondola ride on the iconic canals. Glide through the narrow waterways with the expert maneuvers of your gondolier who navigates with just a single oar—while possibly offering a serenade or two. Get a new perspective of the city sights, architecture, picturesque bridges, and bustling waterfronts from the comfort of your private water taxi. Mama mia!

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Breakfast

Dinner

Day 9 VENICE

Safe travels until we meet again! Your tour ends with breakfast this morning.

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Breakfast

Tour Director

With GLOBUS, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of a Tour Director. We’d like you to meet one of our Tour Directors, who average over a decade of experience and are representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

SILVIO CACACE

Escorting tours for more than 20 years

“Travelling that leaves you speechless, then turns you into a storyteller. This is what happened to me travelling around my home country of Italy, a place renowned for its remarkable architecture, fine artworks, delectable food and wines, and superb hospitality. Showing people my country, enthralling them with captivating stories, sharing with them my passion and enthusiasm, and making them happy has become my main goal in life. Join me on a Globus tour so you can see for yourself how life is beautiful in Italy.”

Accommodations

Rome

Perugia

Pienza

Florence

Venice

Rome

Fiume

First-Class

Hotel as shown or similar

Via Brescia 5
Rome, Italy

Free Wifi

Hotel Fiume, built on the turn of the nineteenth century, completely refurbished and recently renovated, offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere. It features elegantly-furnished and functional rooms, a lovely rooftop terrace with city views and equipped with umbrellas, and and a cosy bar near the lobby. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all guestrooms and public areas of the hotel. The Hotel offers all the comforts in order to make guests feel like "At home away from home".

Hotel Amenities

Free WiFi
Concierge desk
Luggage Storage
Laundry Available
Ice Machine
Parking/Valet
Elevator
Bar/Lounge

Room Amenities

In-Room Safe
Coffee Maker
Smoking Rooms
Hair Dryer
Cable/Satellite
Mini-bar
Climate Control
Room Service
Wake-Up Calls
Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
Iron/Ironing Board
Air Conditioning
Window Opens
Non-smoking Rooms
Desk
Internet Access
Phone
Television
Complimentary Toiletries

Optional Excursions

No matter what you’re into: food, wine, history, art, music or anything else, we give you the freedom to personalize your vacation with optional excursions that speak to your interests.

When you book your excursions with us, you can be assured that every optional excursion that we offer coordinates with the free time that you'll have in your destination, so you'll never have conflicts between included and optional activities. Our team of travel experts carefully selects each optional excursion that we offer to ensure that you receive the highest quality at a great value. Our tried-and-true partners have a finger on the pulse of the city in which they operate so they deliver the very best experiences. We offer experiences you cannot create on your own and because you’re booking with us, we coordinate all your transportation and timing needs.

The following optional excursions are examples only for this vacation. These may or may not be offered, and availability is subject to days of operation and seasonality. Please select a departure date to view optional excursions and pricing for a specific date (due to currency fluctuation, pricing shown is subject to change until purchased). Optional excursions are available for purchase on our MyGlobus site 90 days prior to the tour start date.

Price Ranges

$ ($50 CAD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 CAD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 CAD)
$$$$ (Over $150)

Rome

Florence

Rome

VIP Skip-the-line Guided Visit: The Roman Colosseum

Walk in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors with a special guided visit to the Roman Colosseum one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.

Price Range: $$$$

Florence

Tuscan Dinner

Enjoy a wonderful dinner in the delightful Tuscan countryside, featuring authentic traditional dishes using the finest local ingredients.

Price Range: $$$

The “Starting at” or listed price is based on the lowest price available to book. Price is per person based on twin occupancy and any applicable port charges, non-commissionable taxes and fees and intra-vacation flight are included in the price shown. Any included overnight stay in Canada, applicable GST/HST is also included in the price shown. International airfare, however, is not included. If price is crossed out, the new price shown includes a limited time promotional offer(s). Please review current promotions or deals for additional information.

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