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Independent Rome & Florence City Stay (M3B)

6 Day Tour from Rome to Florence

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If two heads are better than one, this Globus Independent City Stay in Rome and Florence doubles the fun with two Italian capitals. Double “La Dolce Vita” and double the I-Time to see the landmarks of these magnificent cities. Take the time you crave to explore the Eternal City with its ancient sites and breathtaking monuments. Then, be whisked by high-speed train to Florence, a treasure trove of fine art, magnificent palaces, and elegant squares. Indulge your senses with the many local specialties that can only be found in the capital city of Tuscany!

Your Globus Independent tour delivers all the perks you'd expect from Globus, plus the I-Time you crave to explore on your own. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, and a Local Host in each city to assist you. We’ll also handle flight arrangements and airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour, if you wish.

Independent Rome & Florence City Stay map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals & Itinerary

 Itinerary

Day 1 ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY

Welcome to Rome! A Globus Local Host will be waiting to welcome you at the hotel between 5pm and 7pm. Free time this afternoon.

Today's I-Time Tips
Join us for an optional dinner at an elegant restaurant just steps away from the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. Your exquisite four-course meal features fresh ingredients and a delightful atmosphere.

There’s so much to love in Roma. After all, spelled backwards, it’s amor – the word for love. Find the perfect pasta and seafood, bakeries and wine bars, and afternoons of aperitivo specialties – all at the touch of your GlobusGO app.


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Day 2 ROME

Follow your local guide for a walking tour around the Eternal city. Toss a coin in the Trevi fountain to guarantee you’ll be back to Rome, see the Pantheon and take pictures of the world- renowned Piazza Navona.



Today's I-Time Tips
Rome wasn’t built in a day, but you can build a lasting memory of this sumptuous city with an optional eBike tour to explore the treasures of Rome on this half-day guided adventure. Pedal past the ancient sites of the Colosseum, Circus Maximus and more!

Step in another country and visit magnificent St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican City, framed by St. Peter’s Basilica and Bernini’s colonnade. More hints are available on your GlobusGo app.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3 ROME

The day is yours to explore as you please.



Today's I-Time Tips
Become an Italian pizzaiolo with an interactive optional cooking class in a 17th-century palazzo with a professional chef to master two Italian specialties: pizza and gelato. Enjoy your own creations included with a delicious meal. Delizioso!

Take the free time you crave with a stroll to the Spanish Steps and Piazza del Popolo. More must-see sights are all at your fingertips with your GlobusGO mobile app.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 4 ROME–FLORENCE

Travel by high-speed train to Florence. Walk with your local guide through Piazza del Duomo; sculpture-studded Piazza della Signoria, the heart of the city’s political life since the 14th century; and Santa Croce Square. Also admire medieval Ponte Vecchio, the arched, stone merchant bridge spanning the Arno River.



Today's I-Time Tips
Enjoy an optional traditional Steak Florentine dinner at a local restaurant in vibrant Piazza Santa Croce. A scrumptious dessert and unlimited wine, beer, or soft drinks are included, so be sure to bring your appetite!

During your free time why not browse the artisan leather and gold shop to pick up an authentic Florentine memento. Consult your GlobusGo app for more ideas.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 5 FLORENCE

The day is yours to explore as you please.



Today's I-Time Tips
See more of Tuscany with an optional excursion to the charming medieval town of San Gimignano. To complete the Tuscan experience this excursion also includes time at a vineyard for a local wine and specialties tasting.

Spend free time strolling through the picturesque Palazzo Vecchio overlooking the Piazza della Signoria and the replica of Michelangelo’s David. This and more magical moments can be found on your GlobusGO mobile app!


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6 FLORENCE

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.



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Breakfast Breakfast

 Accommodations

 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

Gourmet Dinner in Rome

Gourmet Dinner in Rome

Bask in the hypnotic atmosphere of the Eternal City as you savor a gourmet dinner with wine at an elegant restaurant

Price Range: $$

Cooking Class in Rome

Cooking Class in Rome

Learn to prepare authentic Italian dishes from a real Italian chef at this fun and interactive cooking class that's perfect for kids and adults alike!

Price Range: $$$

Bike Tours

Bike Tours

Explore some of Italy's greatest wonders on this exhilarating guided e-bike tour.

Price Range: $$$

Saint Mary Major Basilica visit

Saint Mary Major Basilica visit

Explore Rome's ancient Roman archaeological museum and St. Mary Major Basilica with the so-called five story Bernini Staircase

Price Range: $

Florence

Florentine Dinner

Florentine Dinner

Bask in the spirit of Tuscany at this incredible dinner featuring the region's most celebrated Italian dishes and tantalizing wines.

Price Range: $$

Bike Tour

Bike Tour

Pedal your way past incredible scenery and mesmerizing sights on this invigorating guided bike tour.

Price Range: $$

A Day in Magical Tuscany

A Day in Magical Tuscany

Soak up the magic of Tuscany on this enchanting full-day excursion featuring a visit to San Gimignano, Italy's most famous Medieval town, and a wine tasting

Price Range: $$$$

Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery with Local Guide

Michelangelo's David at Accademia Gallery with Local Guide

Marvel at the Renaissance art of the masters to see one of the world's greatest masterpieces, Michelangelo's 'David', at Florence's world-famous Accademia Gallery.

Price Range: $$$

Uffizi and Accademia Gallery with Local Guide

Uffizi and Accademia Gallery with Local Guide

Discover the artistry of Florence's Academy of Fine Arts and Uffizi Gallery on an exclusive excursion.

Price Range: $$$$

VIP Visit to Uffizi Gallery with Local Guide

VIP Visit to Uffizi Gallery with Local Guide

The stories behind a collection of some of the world's greatest masterpieces comes to life on this VIP visit to Florence's Uffizi Gallery.

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.