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Italy by Rail & Romance
Your Italy Your PaceImagine waking up in Rome, sipping espresso steps from the Pantheon, then gliding by first-class rail to the shadow of Mount Vesuvius—all without the hassle of tour buses or rigid group schedules. Italy by Rail & Romance is the self-guided journey for travelers who crave Italy’s iconic sights but refuse to surrender their sense of adventure. Over 9 days and 8 nights, you’ll explore Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Florence, Pisa, Venice, and Milan with 4-star comfort, pre-arranged tickets to major attractions like the Leaning Tower and Michelangelo’s David, and a 30-minute gondola ride through Venice’s canals—all while keeping the freedom to wander, linger, and discover on your own terms. Whether you’re a seasoned solo explorer or a pair of curious travelers, this itinerary hands you the keys to Italy’s greatest hits, minus the stress.
Itinerary
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Arrive in Rome
Free transfer from Rome airport to the city center. Check-in and free time to explore the Eternal City. Overnight. Overnight: Rome Meals: Not available
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy, Rome
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Rome
Breakfast. Pantheon entrance tickets. Day at leisure. Overnight: Rome Meals: Breakfast
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy, Rome
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Pompeii & Naples
Breakfast. Make your own way to Rome train station for a comfortable journey to Naples. Upon arrival , a private minibus transfer to Pompeii with entrance tickets and a half-day English speaking guide (with a small group). Free time in Naples, transfer back to Naples train station for your return train to Rome. Upon arrival make your way to your hotel.. Overnight. Accommodation: Rome Meals: Breakfast
Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy, Rome
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Rome - Florence
Breakfast and checkout. First class train to Florence, check-in. Afternoon entrance to the Galleria dell’Accademia (Michelangelo’s David). Overnight: Florence Meals: Breakfast
Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy, Florence
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Pisa & the Leaning Tower
Breakfast. Train to Pisa, entrance tickets for the Leaning Tower and the cathedral, free time, train back to Florence. Overnight: Florence Meals: Breakfast
Florence, Metropolitan City of Florence, Italy, Florence
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Florence - Venice
Breakfast. First class train to Venice, check-in, day at leisure. Overnight. Overnight: Venice Meals: Breakfast
Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy, Venice
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Venice
Breakfast. Day at leisure. Afternoon gondola tour (about 30 minutes-shared). Overnight: Venice Meals: Breakfast
Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy, Venice
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Venice - Milan
Breakfast and checkout. First class train to Milan, check-in, day at leisure. Overnight: Milan Meals: Breakfast
Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy, Milan
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Milan Departure
Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel. Check out until 11:00am. End of our services. Overnight: Not available Meals: Breakfast
Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy, Milan
What's included
Accommodation 8 nights in 4 star hotels, bed & breakfast basis • Rome – UNA Hotels Empire Roma or similar • Florence – UNA Hotels Vittoria Firenze or similar • Venice – Maison Venezia | UNA Esperienze or similar • Milan – UNA Hotels Galles Milano or similar Transport First class train tickets between all cities (Rome–Florence, Florence–Venice, Venice–Milan), Land transfers between Rome–Naples and the Florence–Pisa round trip Pickup and transfer from Naples train station Visits and Guidance Pantheon entrance tickets (Rome) Pompeii archaeological park entrance tickets with a half-day English speaking guide Galleria dell’Accademia entrance tickets (Florence) Entrance tickets for all monuments of Piazza dei Miracoli, Leaning Tower included (Pisa) Gondola tour tickets in Venice (about 30 minutes) Option to add transfers, experiences, excursions and entrance tickets on request
Not included
Flights Tips, minibar, extras Transfers and excursions not mentioned Anything not explicitly listed as included
Ticket types
Adult
Languages
English
Cancellation policy
Moderate — full refund up to 72 hours before, 50% up to 24 hours before
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30 N Gould St, Sheridan, WY 82801, USA
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