Grand Italy Tour 7 Nights - with THY on 24 October (29 October Special)

1st Day İstanbul – Milan

Meeting 3 hours before the flight in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 06:55 to Milan. Upon arrival at 08:45 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with the vehicle waiting for us at the airport. In Milan, famous for its rich mix of historical and modern sights, the places to be seen include the Duomo Cathedral, one of the world’s largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals; La Scala, one of the world’s oldest opera houses; the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a dazzling 19th-century arched shopping gallery; and Castello Sforzesco (Sforza Castle), with its magnificent architecture. After our tour, guests who wish may join the Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) Tour. (75 Euro) Our first stop on this tour is Como. Named after Lake Como, with which it is identified, this city is one of the unique nature-filled attractions visited intensely from all over the world. In addition to its architectural beauty reflecting Gothic and Renaissance styles, Como also draws attention with the homes owned by world-famous names such as Madonna and George Clooney. Our second stop after the tour is Lugano. Lake Lugano is a fascinating lake located in southern Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. This lake brings together the cultural and natural features of both Switzerland and Italy. After our visit to this city, famous for its magnificent scenery and elegant shopping streets, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

2nd Day Milan – Verona – Venice

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Venice.  On the way, we join the Magnificent Verona Tour. (Verona tour is included in the tour price) It is a historic city located in northern Italy on the banks of the Adige River, with a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Roman period. The city awakens a sense of aesthetics with its history, architecture, and literature, and is known for Shakespeare’s famous work "Romeo and Juliet"; it attracts visitors with the structure known as Juliet’s House and its balcony. Among Verona’s impressive medieval structures are the Arena di Verona, a 1st-century amphitheater that stands out as a magnificent Roman structure and still hosts important concerts. In addition, the city’s narrow stone streets, lively squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra, reflect its rich history and cultural diversity. After our tour, we continue on our way to Venice. Like a historic fairytale city dancing on water, Venice enchants its visitors with its romance and mystery and is wrapped like a labyrinth with canals and gondolas. On our city tour, San Marco Cathedral and Square, the Doge’s Palace, the Grand Canal, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Rialto Bridge are among the places to be seen in Venice. After the tour, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Gondola Tour on the Venice Canals. (40 Euro) On this tour, which we will carry out with traditional gondolas, one of Venice’s symbols,

 

we will have the chance to see Venice’s canals. At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.

3rd Day Venice – Bologna – Florence

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Florence. On the way, we will carry out our Magnificent Bologna tour. (Bologna tour is included in the tour price.) Bologna is a historic settlement in northern Italy, established in the region between the Apennine Mountains, and stands out for its cultural richness. During our city tour of this beautiful city, Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica of San Petronio, the Podestà Palace, and the Town Hall are among the places to be seen. After our tour, we continue on our way to Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, the city where the Renaissance was born, our panoramic city tour begins. In this city, a jewel of culture, art, and architecture, our city tour will include the Duomo Church (Santa Maria del Fiore), the Baptistery, the Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel in Montecatini.

4th Day Florence – Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano – Florence

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Tuscany Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) Tour. (110 Euro) Our first stop will be the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the symbols of the country, famous for its leaning structure. After taking magnificent photos here, we move on to the city of Siena, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Siena, with its narrow streets and stone buildings carrying the magic of the Middle Ages, offers visitors a journey through time; with its historic Piazza del Campo and impressive cathedral, it is like an elegant fortress at the heart of traditional Italian city life. The last stop of our tour will be San Gimignano. San Gimignano is a town in the heart of Tuscany, famous for its stone towers rising like a fairy tale from the Middle Ages. Known as the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages," this impressive settlement is recognized for its 14 tall towers as a result of the wealth and prestige struggle of the city-states in the 14th century. With its narrow, labyrinth-like streets and historic buildings, it makes visitors feel the traces of the past vividly. Also offering magnificent panoramic views, this town enchants with its artistic and cultural richness; its buildings constructed in Gothic and Romanesque styles, the historic Piazza della Cisterna, and its enchanting frescoes make it a true treasure of history and art. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

5th Day Florence – Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Rome, the largest city and capital of the country. The city, which was also the center of one of the greatest civilizations in history, has been a center of power, culture, and religion for approximately 2,500 years. The historic center of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has an extremely rich historical heritage and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with its magnificent palaces, thousand-year-old churches and basilicas, glorious romantic ruins, ornate monuments, decorated sculptures, and elegant fountains. Places to be seen include Vatican City, the center of administration of the Catholic branch of Christianity (St. Peter’s Cathedral), the Colosseum where gladiator fights were held, the Roman Forum at the center of Ancient Rome where religious, political, and social activities once took place, the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Vittoriano Emanuele), the Fontana di Trevi, known in our country as the Fountain of Love, and the Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna). After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

6th Day Rome – Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Vatican – Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the extra-organized Magnificent Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican Tour. (85 Euro) Our first stop will be Castel Gondolfo, home to the Papal Summer Palace, known as the summer residence of the Popes. This historic palace and its surroundings are famous for their impressive views and beautiful gardens. Then we head to Nemi Village. This village, located around Lake Nemi formed inside a volcanic crater, is also known as the strawberry village because the region is famous for its fresh and delicious strawberries. The village is an attractive place for both tourists and nature lovers, with its historical ruins, narrow stone streets, and beautiful lake views. During the free time given, you will have the chance to stroll through the village and shop. After our tour, we go to Italy’s most famous outlet area and give free time. In this outlet area, you will have the opportunity to shop at attractive prices. After our tour, we head to St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, considered the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, free time to visit the basilica and square. While walking around the square, the obelisk in the center and the columns surrounding the square will fascinate you. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight.

7th Day Rome – Naples

After breakfast at the hotel, we head to Naples. This energetic port city in southern Italy, full of historical and cultural richness, has a unique character with its vibrant markets, traditional pizza, and impressive historical ruins on the shores of the Mediterranean, in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, which offers a magnificent view. After our tour, guests who wish may join the extra-organized Magnificent Pompeii Tour. (70 Euro) In this archaeological area of the Ancient Roman city, which was destroyed in 79 BC by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius and uncovered thousands of years later, you will embark on a deep journey into the Ancient Roman period, with remarkably well-preserved remains of settlements and daily life. Then transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.

8th Day Naples – Istanbul

After breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time determined by our guide. Guests who wish may join the Magnificent Sorrento Town Tour organized as an extra. (50 Euro) Sorrento is a charming coastal town located on the Gulf of Naples in southern Italy. Known as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is famous for its magnificent sea views, historic structures, and lemon groves. Its narrow stone streets, traditional Italian architecture, and small boutique shops make it a center of attraction for visitors. We strongly recommend not missing this tour. After our tour, transfer to Naples airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart for Istanbul at 19:25 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1880. Arrival at 23:50 local time and the end of our tour.