Italy Tour Packages from Uganda
The Taste of Italy
- Italy
- 7 Days | 6 Nights
Destination Overview
Fully Escorted Coach Tour
Art, history, food and beauty: take in Italy’s highlights on this enchanting introductory coach tour of Venice, Florence, Rome and more…
Weather & Climate
Best Time to Visit
November to March
Rainfall
Minimal rainfall throughout the year
Essential Information
Visa Requirements
Visa on arrival available for many nationalities
Currency
The euro (EUR)
Language
Italian
Destination Gallery
Itinerary
Meet your tour director at 16:00hrs for a welcome reception and orientation
walk around the city known as the ‘Queen of the Adriatic’. Enjoy a welcome
drink and dinner with your fellow travellers. (D)
Take a scenic cruise around the Venetian Lagoon to Murano Island, known for centuries for its artisanal glass factory. Tour a factory and see a demonstration of the art of glass blowing. Cruise back to the splendid Piazza San Marco for a walking tour, with visits to the Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica. Journey along the canals for a view of the city from a gondola. The evening is yours to explore and dine independently. (B) |
Travel to historic Bologna, a culinary haven known as “La Grassa” (The Fat One). With medieval architecture, the iconic Two Towers, and the oldest university in the Western world. Bologna offers a rich blend of history, culture, and exceptional cuisine. You’ll have free time for an independent lunch before moving on to your hotel in Florence’s city centre. In Florence, take an orientation walk with your tour director and then savor time to discover this magnificent city, the capital of Tuscany and the birthplace of Renaissance art and architecture. Enjoy dinner with your group. (B, D)
Take a walking tour of Florence and marvel at the sights of the city centre such as the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. Visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s iconic sculpture of David. Savor a local lunch in the heart of Florence. After lunch you’ll have the rest of the day to explore the city at your leisure. (B, L)
You’re off to the Eternal City – Rome. Along the way, stop in the scenic hill town of Orvieto for a delicious tasting of its renowned local wine. Visit the Colosseum, imperial Rome’s iconic structure, built between 72 and 80 AD. This engineering marvel could hold up to 80,000 spectators for gladiator battles and dramatic productions. Imagine the ghosts of the Caesars in the ruins of the Forum, the ancient heart of the Roman Empire. Enjoy a free evening. (B)
Discover Rome independently this morning, with free time to explore. In the afternoon, visit the Vatican to see the awe-inspiring cultural heritage of the world’s smallest sovereign state. Take a guided tour of the Museums, and see Michelangelo’s masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel, and walk through St. Peter’s Basilica. Then it’s off to dinner in a local restaurant. (B, D)
Your tour ends after breakfast. (B)
Where you’ll stay
INSIDER TIP! Extend your holiday with pre-nights in Venice or post-nights in Rome. We’ve negotiated special hotel rates to make it easy and affordable when you book our Italy tour packages from Uganda.
Many of Italy’s attractions are not easily accessible by coach, and drop-off and pick-up points are limited by local regulations. This fast-paced itinerary requires standing and walking throughout the day, including uneven surfaces, stairs, and slopes.
There may be some changes in the daily itinerary due to the availability of attractions; your tour director will advise you.
Like a longer trip? Our Taste of Italy with Sorrento includes this full tour plus an additional three days south of Rome.
From $2,885 per person
Includes luxury accommodation, activities, and transfers
