Rome, Tuscany & Venice Vacation
See the lovely diversity in three regions of Italy
Spend 8, 9 or 10 nights exploring the most incredible parts of Italy including Rome, Tuscany and Venice with 4-star accommodations along the way!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Venice (VCE) and from Rome (FCO)
- Manual shift intermediate car rental for duration
- 2 nights at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese in Venice (includes buffet breakfast)
- 4 nights at the Fattoria degli Usignoli in Tuscany (self-catering/2-bedroom apartment)
- 2 nights at the Hotel Villa Mercede in Rome area (without breakfast)
Great Ways to Explore
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Experience three of the most popular areas of Italy; Rome, Tuscany and Venice!
- Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive vacation.
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Visit the ancient Colosseum in Rome.
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4-star accommodations along the way!
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Travel from north to south and experience many variations of Italian cuisine.
Your first two nights will be in the Venice area at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese, a 4-star hotel dating back to the 19th century. This hotel is a great base to visit Venice's celebrated sightseeing including St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal and Doge's Palace.
Enjoy four nights in Tuscany at the magnificent Fattoria degli Usignoli. Take advantage of the hotel’s breathtaking countryside backdrop by venturing to any of it’s neighboring cities including Pisa and Lucca.
Complete your getaway in the charming hillside of Frascati, just outside of Rome. Visit the bustling city of Frascati or take a day-trip to Rome to visit the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and more!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Venice (VCE) and from Rome (FCO)
- Manual shift intermediate car rental for duration
- 2 nights at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese in Venice (includes buffet breakfast)
- 4 nights at the Fattoria degli Usignoli in Tuscany (self-catering/2-bedroom apartment)
- 2 nights at the Hotel Villa Mercede in Rome area (without breakfast)
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Experience three of the most popular areas of Italy; Rome, Tuscany and Venice!
- Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of a self-drive vacation.
-
Visit the ancient Colosseum in Rome.
-
4-star accommodations along the way!
-
Travel from north to south and experience many variations of Italian cuisine.
Your first two nights will be in the Venice area at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese, a 4-star hotel dating back to the 19th century. This hotel is a great base to visit Venice's celebrated sightseeing including St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal and Doge's Palace.
Enjoy four nights in Tuscany at the magnificent Fattoria degli Usignoli. Take advantage of the hotel’s breathtaking countryside backdrop by venturing to any of it’s neighboring cities including Pisa and Lucca.
Complete your getaway in the charming hillside of Frascati, just outside of Rome. Visit the bustling city of Frascati or take a day-trip to Rome to visit the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and more!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Venice!
Arrive in Venice and collect your rental car. Drive to Venice where you will spend the first two nights of your vacation at the Villa Park Hotel Bolognese. You'll have about a three-hour drive so you might want to leave in the early afternoon so that you have time to do some sightseeing when you arrive.
Check-in - Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese
Villa Park Hotel Bolognese is surrounded by a magnificent park which provides a pleasant, relaxing welcome to its guests. With an atmosphere that combines modern innovation with classic decor, it offers 95 spacious air-conditioned guestrooms, Wi-Fi coverage throughout the hotel, a scenic outdoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, as well as a sauna, Turkish bath and solarium. The renowned and refined Bolognese Restaurant and Veranda is surrounded by the beautiful park, and keeps the culinary tradition of Treviso alive by featuring local specialties with a large wine selection.
Set in a historic 19th-century building in the middle of rich parkland, Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese is just outside Treviso and a 20-minute drive from Venice. This 4-star hotel offers free outdoor parking and a summer pool with hot tub. Park Hotel Bolognese features a new, renovated wing, which is connected to the main building by panoramic corridors overlooking the park. The spacious rooms feature parquet floors, classical or modern furnishings, and a satellite TV with Sky channels. Some rooms have e hydromassage shower. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. The hotel’s relaxation area includes a Turkish bath and a sauna. The on-site restaurant is open to the public and features an outdoor veranda. The lounge bar serves a variety of drinks and snacks. Breakfast is buffet style.
Day 2. Venice
The city of Venice is picturesque and romantic with canals and outdoor cafes on every corner. Take a gondola ride over the Grand Canal, visit Saint Mark’s Square for a remarkable 360-degree view and take a stroll over the Accademia Bridge!
Day 3. Venice - Tuscany
Today you will take off to your next stop; Tuscany! You will spend four nights at the Fattoria degli Usginoli. You will be in the heart of the Tuscan countryside within short driving distance from Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Certaldo, Pisa, Lucca and Arezzo.
Check-in - Fattoria Degli Usignoli
Fattoria degli Usignoli is surrounded by large olive groves in a resplendent, heart-warming natural setting. Built by the Vallombrosan friars in about 1400, it enjoys a panoramic position at an altitude of 1,300 feet, in San Donato in Fronzano, in the municipality of Reggello. Immersed in the heart of the Tuscan countryside and decorated in classic Tuscan style, it provides the ideal base for visiting nearby cities of art such as Florence, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra, Arezzo, Cortona and the Chianti area. The restaurant combines traditional recipes with inviting and innovative dishes, served in the property’s rustic former winery. While enjoying the delicacies of typical Tuscan cuisine, guests can enjoy the hotel’s own home-grown red and white wines, as well as the top wines from all over Italy. Fattoria degli Usignoli also features three swimming pools (including one for children), tennis, a riding school, two lounges and a wine bar.
Fattoria degli Usignoli is set on an enviable position between the Arno Valley and the Chianti Hills. It is located 180 miles from the Rome Airport, 20 miles from Florence, 65 miles from Siena, 54 miles from San Gimignano, 39 miles from Arezzo and 64 miles from Cortona.
Day 4. Tuscany
While in Tuscany, you can take a different day-trip every day and experience a new side of Italy. Head to Florence for the day and discover the exciting culture, the dynamic atmosphere and all of the history that exists in this vibrant city. While in Florence, a must-see site is the city's duomo, which is a cathedral that took nearly 150 years to complete. You will also want to visit the Uffizi Gallery for some Italian artwork and the Basilica di Santa Croce.
Day 5. Tuscany
Today you might want to journey to Pisa, which is almost a two-hour drive, but is home to the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa!
Leaning Tower of Pisa
A Tip For Your Trip: If you are looking to do a little less driving, head south for about an hour to the city of Arezzo. Admire the Medieval towers and Renaissance style sprinkled throughout the streets and the busy Piazza Grande.
Day 6. Tuscany
You might want to relax at the hotel today. There is an impressive restaurant on-site where the chef selects the finest ingredients for every dish and has created a very innovative menu for guests to enjoy. Afterwards you could always take the 15-minute drive over to the city of Reggello for a little souvenir shopping!
Day 7. Tuscany - Rome
Take off to your final destination near Rome, the Villa Vecchia Hotel. Once you get settled, take a visit to the medieval city of Frascati. The hillside town of Monte Porzio Catone offers panoramic views of Rome, lovely mountain views and makes for a great afternoon trip.
Check-in - Hotel Villa Vecchia
The Hotel Villa Vecchia is located in Frascati (Monte Porzio Catone) in a magnificent location in the center of the Castelli Romani area, surrounded by a beautiful park and immersed in an environment of art and nature.
In just a short drive you can reach Grottaferrata, Castel Gandolfo, and Ariccia. Or head to Rome through the famous consular road, Via Tuscolana, and in 40 minutes you will be in front of the Colosseum. The hotel is less than 2.5 miles from a train station, and from there you can reach Rome Termini station in under 35 minutes.
Day 8. Rome
You will want to take the drive to Rome and spend the day sightseeing. Visit the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and the Pantheon. You'll be able to stop by the iconic Trevi Fountain to throw a coin in and make a wish!
A Tip For Your Trip: On your way back to your hotel, stop at the Frascati Cathedral and Abbazia di San Nilo a Grottaferrata.
Day 9. Depart Rome
Depart Rome today.
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