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Independent Rome, Florence & Venice City Stay (M3A)

8 Day Tour from Rome to Venice

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Three coins in a fountain? How about three fantastic Italian cities in one week? Come to Italy with triple the tastes and traditions in Rome, Florence, and Venice. Explore by bike, boat, and tastebuds on this Independent City Stay in Italy’s most loved destinations. See the ancient sites of the Eternal City; fall in love with the romance of Venice; and indulge the senses with la dolce vita in Florence.

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 & Venice City Stay map

 Photo Highlights

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Full Buffet breakfast daily

 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 Giminiano. 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–VENICE ISLAND

• Travel by high-speed train to Venice. Guided walking tour features St. Mark’s Square and sights of Doge’s Palace and the poignant Bridge of Sighs.



Today's I-Time Tips
This evening why not join us for an unforgettable meal in a traditional Venetian trattoria? Don’t miss the chance to sample delicious specialties in a delightful location!

More hints on how to make to most of your time in Venice can be found on your GlobusGo app.



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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 7 VENICE ISLAND

• The day is yours to explore as you please.



Today's I-Time Tips
Venice is a unique city and the best way to really appreciate it is from the water, even better if you are relaxing in the most authentic mode of Venetian transport- the gondola. Join an optional excursion and be steered around Venice’s iconic canals by an expert gondolier.

Take time to indulge in the traditions of Venice spritz and cicchetti. Your GlobusGO mobile app can point you in the right direction to find the best tables in town.


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Breakfast Breakfast

Day 8 VENICE ISLAND

• Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.



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Breakfast 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.

YOLANDA ADANZO

Escorting tours for more than 1 years

Since first coming to live in the Eternal City of Rome, I have been fascinated by this magical place! Sharing my years of experiencing the culture, people, and historic treasures of this legendary destination with travelers is a true pleasure. My love of Rome only continues to grow, and I'm honored to see this wonderful city through your eyes, knowing you too will be forever changed by its beauty!

Tour Director - YOLANDA ADANZO

 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
Venice

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: $$$

Venice

Venetian Dinner

Venetian Dinner

The magic of Venice comes to life as you enjoy an unforgettable evening at one of the city's most celebrated local restaurants.

Price Range: $$

Venetian Evening

Venetian Evening

Enjoy the quintessential Italian experience: a romantic gondola ride, followed by a dinner of authentic Italian meal!

Price Range: $$$$

Ghosts of Venice Private Walking Tour

Ghosts of Venice Private Walking Tour

This spine-tingling private guided walk takes you through the hidden corners of Venice-places of tragic history from the ghostly past-to encounter the city's deepest, darkest secrets.

Price Range: $$$$

Private Guided Tour

Private Guided Tour

Explore Venice the way you want on this private guided sightseeing tour.

Price Range: $$$$

Private Three Island Cruise

Private Three Island Cruise

Discover Murano, Burano and Torcello aboard a private launch with your local English-speaking guide. See the beautiful colored houses on Burano and wander the streets of Murano where the famous glass is made. Spend as much time as you like on each island is up to you as the boat and the guide are at your service

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.