Day 1: Istanbul - Naples
Meeting with our valued guests in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal at 10:00. Departure to Rome at 13:20 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1463. Upon arrival at 14:45, we set off with our private bus waiting for us to begin our city tour. Get ready to discover Naples, the pearl of the Mediterranean! With its colorful streets, historic squares, unique cuisine, and captivating views, we will take a panoramic city tour with our guide in this historic port city built on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. We will have the opportunity to see important structures such as Castel Nuovo Castle, the Royal Palace, San Carlo Theater, Umberto Gallery, and Spaccanapoli from the outside. During free time, you can taste Naples’ famous street foods and enjoy a unique lunch break in the city where Italian pizza was born. Guests who wish may join the extra Pompeii Ancient City Tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Pompeii Ancient City Tour – Per Person: 60 Euro
Pompeii, one of Italy’s most impressive archaeological sites, is an ancient Roman city that was suddenly destroyed by the lava of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and brought back to light centuries later. On this tour, accompanied by a licensed local guide, you will walk through stone streets and closely see traces of the Roman era; with its baths, houses, frescoes, shops, and mosaics, you will experience daily life firsthand.
Day 2: Naples – Rome
After breakfast, we check out of the rooms and head դեպի Rome. Upon arrival, during our tour in this beautiful city, the capital of world history and Italy, we will discover Rome’s most important historical sites panoramically. Our first stop is Colosseo (the Colosseum) and the nearby Arch of Constantine. Then we enjoy the view of the Roman Forum and the panoramic scenery of the city from Capitoline Hill. At Piazza della Bocca della Verità, we see the “Mouth of Truth” statue, pass in front of the Teatro Marcello from the ancient period, and reach the banks of the Tiber River. Our tour ends with the view of Castel Sant’Angelo adorning the river... After our tour, guests who wish may join the optional Angels & Devils Tour. Transfer to our hotel and check-in to our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Extra Tour: Angels & Devils & Vatican Tour Per Person 40 Euro
On our Angels and Devils tour, the most important squares, monuments, and religious structures reflecting the spirit of Rome await us. Our first stop is Piazza della Repubblica, one of the city’s liveliest points. Then we visit Piazza Venezia, the administrative and historical center of the city, and see the magnificent Vittorio Emanuele II Monument panoramically. At Piazza Navona, one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture, we take a short photo break with Bernini’s Fountain of the Four Rivers. Our next stop is the ancient Pantheon, dazzling with its architecture. Then we reach Fontana di Trevi (the Trevi Fountain), which has become a symbol of Rome, and perform the traditional wish ritual. Our walk continues to the Spanish Steps, one of Rome’s most romantic spots, and Piazza del Popolo, considered the northern gate of the city. In the final part of our walk, we go to the Vatican, the center of the Christian world, and see the magnificent St. Peter’s Square surrounded by Bernini’s colonnades. Then, accompanied by our guide, we enter St. Peter’s Basilica. We have the opportunity to explore individually the magnificent dome designed by Michelangelo, the Pietà statue, and the unique works of art inside the basilica. There will be no guided narration inside; the visit will take place in a self-guided format. This walk, where you will discover the atmosphere of Rome intertwined with history, art, and faith street by street, will offer an unforgettable experience.
Day 3: Rome
After breakfast, free time. Guests may join our Lakes Region & Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Lakes Region & Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour Per Person 50 Euro
Accompanied by our guide, we depart from our hotel and head to the Lakes Region, located close to Rome. During this region tour, we will have the chance to see Lake Nemi and the town of Nemi, famous for its natural beauty and scenery. After our pleasant Lakes Region tour, just one step away from Rome, a special day combining nature and shopping awaits you! In the morning we set off toward Italy’s peaceful lake region and enjoy a delightful excursion amid lush green landscapes and charming towns. Then we head to Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, which offers the world’s most famous brands at discounted prices all year round. You can shop in hundreds of stores, from luxury brands such as Prada, Gucci, Armani, Michael Kors, and Hugo Boss to local Italian designers. Away from the crowds of the city, this tour will add a pleasant break to your holiday, where you will enjoy both the tranquility of nature and the excitement of shopping.
Day 4: Rome – Florence
After breakfast, we check out of the rooms and depart for Florence. On the way, guests who wish may join the extra City of the Middle Ages in the Sky Orvieto tour. With our arrival in Florence, our city tour begins. In our Florence city tour, the birthplace of Renaissance art, a pioneer in European trade in silk, wool, gold, and banking, the capital of the Italian Kingdom, and the birthplace of many important figures such as Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo, the places we will see include: Florence Cathedral (Duomo Firenze Santa Maria Del Fiore), the Baptistery, the bell tower, Signoria Palace and Square, now used as an open-air museum, Loggia dei Lanzi, Uffizi Square, Ponte Vecchio with its jewelry shops spanning about 650 years, Republic Square, and San Lorenzo Market. After the tour, free time and departure to our hotel at the time determined by our guide. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: City of the Middle Ages in the Sky Orvieto Per Person 30 Euro
We set off on a journey to fairytale-like Orvieto, built on high cliffs at the intersection of Tuscany and Umbria. Its narrow stone streets, panoramic views, and the Gothic masterpiece Orvieto Cathedral invite you on a journey through time. The views stretching from the city’s hills are like a paradise for photography enthusiasts. During the tour, you can enrich this historic atmosphere with the taste of local wines and cheeses.
Day 5: Florence
After breakfast, the entire day is free. Those who wish may join the Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) Tour. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) Tour Per Person 80 Euro
Get ready to discover Tuscany’s three gems in a single day! We begin our tour with the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, as tilted as its name suggests. We photograph this iconic tower rising in “Square of Miracles,” along with the magnificent Pisa Cathedral and one of Europe’s most impressive baptisteries. Then we head to San Gimignano, which brings the atmosphere of the Middle Ages into the present day. The towers built by rival noble families in the 12th and 13th centuries, Cisterno Square, and the stone streets will take you on a journey through time. Our final stop is Siena, the historic city established on the hills by the Roman Empire, famous for its red Chianti wines. Passing through narrow streets, we reach the magnificent Siena Cathedral, then see the Bankers’ Lodge and arrive at the famous Campo Square. This square, where the world’s oldest horse race “Palio” is held, will fascinate you with its bell tower exceeding one hundred meters and its magnificent government palace. At the end of the day, you can sit in Campo Square paved with red bricks and enjoy this unique atmosphere.
Day 6: Florence – Milan
After breakfast, we check out of the rooms and head to Milan. Guests who wish may join the optional Lake Como and Town Tour on the way. Upon arrival in Milan, we depart for our city tour. Milan is rather elegant than attractive, wealthy than creative. It is undoubtedly the lifeblood of Italy’s economy and one of the country’s most worth-seeing cities. In our Milan city tour, Milan Castle ‘Castello Sforzesco’, one of the city’s historical monuments, and the ‘Galleria’, which left its mark on the 19th-century industrial revolution and is also known as Europe’s first covered shopping arcade, are among the highlights. The famous French engineer Gustave Eiffel was inspired by this for the construction of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Duomo, where Gothic art can be seen intensely, is the fourth largest church in the world with its exterior made up of more than 2,000 statues. On the streets of ‘via monte napoleone’ and ‘via la spiga’, known as the center of fashion, you can see the richness of the window displays.
Extra Tour: Lake Como and Town Tour Per Person 40 Euro
Located about 1.5 hours from Milan, Lake Como is a pleasant region that stands out with its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. On this tour, we reach the town of Como, take a short walk accompanied by our guide, and then give our guests free time for shopping and strolling.
Day 7: Milan – Venice
After breakfast, we head to Venice. Guests who wish may join the Verona & Lake Garda Tour on the way. After our tour, we depart for Venice. From Tronchetto harbor, the final transport point for vehicles, we take a vaporetto to the historic island. After an enjoyable vaporetto ride, we get off near San Marco Square, the historic center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, all the vehicles we are used to seeing in daily life, such as police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, and municipal buses, have been replaced by boats since the city is free of motor vehicles. Walking from the waterfront to San Marco Square, you can see the Venice prison and the “Ponte dei Sospiri” Bridge of Sighs, which connects the prison and the Doge’s Palace, San Giorgio Island directly opposite the bridge, and in the square on the main facade of the Doge’s Palace, the twin columns called the gateway of the city and the statues atop these columns, symbols of Venice. The square where St. Mark’s Basilica is located was called “the most beautiful square in the world” by Napoleon. Although the construction of the cathedral was completed in the 9th century, it took until the 17th century to acquire its current form. The 4 bronze horses you will see on its main facade were brought from Istanbul upon the return from the Second Crusade. During your free time, you can watch the statues on top of the clock tower strike the bell at the top of the hour, and you can also climb the bell tower to view the entire Venice panorama from above. Guests who wish may also join the extra Burano Island Tour. After our tour, free time. Then transfer to our hotel, room distribution, and overnight at our hotel in Venice.
Extra Tour: Verona & Garda Tour Per Person: 50 Euro
We see the ducal palace of the Verona Duchy, which remained under the Venetian Republic for centuries, the Erbe Square, which is still used as a marketplace today just as it was in history, and the second-largest amphitheater in Italy after the Colosseum in Rome. Passing through Verona’s shopping streets, whose roads were lined with marble to display wealth, we see the palace where Dante Alighieri lived during his exile. After seeing the Scaligero tombs of the family that governed Verona, we panoramically see the house where Romeo and Juliet, which inspired English playwright William Shakespeare, were born. After a short free time, we head to Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy. In Garda, which fascinates with its natural beauty, peaceful atmosphere, and lake views, you can walk by the lakeside, photograph unique views, and enjoy the cool breeze. After free time, we return to our bus and complete our tour.
Extra Tour: Burano Island Tour Per Person: 35 Euro
Burano Island, the most colorful corner of the Venice Lagoon, has a captivating atmosphere with its colorful houses and peaceful streets. On the island, one of the favorite spots of photography enthusiasts, after a short walk accompanied by our guide, we give our guests free time. You can browse Burano’s famous handmade lace, stroll among the island’s pastel-colored houses, and enjoy a coffee break by the lake. With its silence, simplicity, and fairy-tale appearance, Burano will add a calm yet unforgettable memory to your Venice trip.
Day 8: Venice – Ljubljana – Istanbul
After breakfast, we check out of the rooms and head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Guests who wish may join the extra Trieste Tour on the way. With our arrival, our panoramic city tour begins. With its romantic bridges, historic squares, and colorful buildings, it is one of Central Europe’s most charming cities. On our tour, the famous Triple Bridge and Dragon Bridge over the Ljubljanica River, Prešeren Square at the heart of the city, City Hall, and St. Nicholas Cathedral, which stands out with its Baroque architecture, are among the places to be seen panoramically. After our tour, flight to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1064 at 19:35. After a comfortable and pleasant flight, arrival at Istanbul Airport at 00:05 and the end of our tour. We hope to see you in our next organization.
Extra: Trieste Tour Per Person 30 Euro
Located on the Adriatic coast at the point where Italy and Central Europe meet, Trieste is a port city that fascinates with its history, culture, and sea views. On our tour, Piazza Unità d’Italia, the largest sea-view square in Europe, San Giusto Cathedral located on the city’s hill, the historic city hall, and the coastline famous for its elegant cafés will be among the places to see. With its architecture bearing traces of the Austro-Hungarian Empire period and its Mediterranean atmosphere, Trieste will add a different color to your travel program.
Extra Tour Packages
1. Full Package (All Extra Tours Included)
• Pompeii Ancient City Tour – 60 €
• Angels & Devils & Vatican Tour – 40 €
• Lakes Region & Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour – 50 €
• Orvieto Tour – 30 €
• Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) Tour – 80 €
• Lake Como and Town Tour – 40 €
• Verona & Lake Garda Tour – 50 €
• Burano Island Tour – 35 €
• Trieste Tour – 30 €
Total Individual Price: 415 €
Package Price: 330 € (20% discount)
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2. En Route Extra Tours Package
• Orvieto Tour – 30 €
• Lake Como and Town Tour – 40 €
• Verona & Lake Garda Tour – 50 €
• Trieste Tour – 30 €
Total Individual Price: 150 €
Package Price: 135 € (10% discount)
City 3* and 4* Hotels Etc. (2 sample hotel names are given for each city)
Rome Relais Cristallo Tivoli 3* Etc. // Palace 2000 4* Etc.
Florence Park Hotel Moderno 3* Etc. // Hotel Terme Pellegrini 4*Etc.
Venice Le Calandre 3* Etc. // Roy Hotel 4* Etc.
Milan Hotel Esperia Rho 3* Etc. // Cosmo Hotel Palace 4*Etc.
Services Included in the Tour Price:
• Round-trip economy class flight ticket with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul to Naples / Ljubljana to Istanbul
• Breakfasts at hotels
• City tours in Ljubljana, Naples, Venice, Florence, Milan, and Rome
• Accommodation for a total of 7 nights in 3* and 4* hotels located 20-40 km from the center: 1 night in Naples, 2 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Florence (Montecatini and Calenzano), 1 night in Venice (Quarto D'altino, Noale or Treviso), and 1 night in Milan
• Professional Turkish-speaking guiding service
• Transportation by luxury vehicles
• City tours specified in the program
Services Not Included in the Tour Price:
• Overseas Exit Tax Stamp
• Visa Service
• Private Travel Health Insurance
• All Personal Expenses
• All Extra Services Obtained at Hotels
• Extra Tours Specified in the Program
• Hotel taxes (City tax, checkpoint fees, Vaporetto fees, Local guiding fees, local service charges, Venice City Tax, handling fee, bus entry fees, and operational service costs; a mandatory payment of 100 Euros per person will be collected in cash by the guide before the tour starts)
• Driver Tips