Day 1: Istanbul-Bologna - Florence
Meeting with our valued guests at 10:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul New Airport International Departures Terminal. Departure for Bologna on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1323 at 13:25. After our arrival at 15:30, we set off with our private bus waiting for us to do our city tour. We are heading to Florence. Known in history as the birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence, which has shaped the history of European art and thought, is one of the most important cultural centers not only of Italy but of the world. Rising under the patronage of the Medici family, this city is a center where many geniuses such as Dante Alighieri, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, and Botticelli were born and created their works. It has also played a pioneering role throughout history in banking, textiles, and art; for a period it also served as the capital of the Kingdom of Italy. On our city tour, we will see the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral (Duomo), one of Florence’s masterpieces combining Gothic and Renaissance architecture, and the Baptistery with its impressive exterior, Giotto’s Bell Tower, Signoria Square, regarded as the city’s political center, the Palazzo Vecchio (Signoria Palace) in the square, the sculpture-adorned Loggia dei Lanzi, Uffizi Square, home to world-famous collections, the historic and elegant Ponte Vecchio Bridge spanning the Arno River, Piazza della Repubblica, which combines the city’s modern and historical fabric, and San Lorenzo Market, known for its local products.
Day 2: Florence – Rome
After breakfast in the morning, we check out of the rooms and head դեպի Rome. Those who wish may join the extra Pisa Tour en route. After our arrival, during our tour in this beautiful city, the capital of world history and Italy, we will explore Rome’s most important historical points panoramically. Our first stop is the Colosseo (Colosseum) and the nearby Arch of Constantine. Then we enjoy panoramic views of the city from the Roman Forum and Capitol Hill. At Piazza della Bocca della Verità, we see the “Mouth of Truth” sculpture and pass in front of the ancient Teatro Marcello to reach the banks of the Tiber River. Our tour ends with a view of Castel Sant’Angelo adorning the river... After the tour, guests who wish may join the extra Angels & Demons Tour. Transfer to our hotel and check-in to our rooms. Overnight in Rome at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Pisa Tour Per Person 45 EUR
We will have the opportunity to see the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of Italy’s symbols, up close. On our tour, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Square of Miracles (Piazza dei Miracoli) will be visited; our guide will provide information about the Pisa Cathedral, Baptistery, and Leaning Tower from the outside. After the tour, free time will be given to our guests for photos and to explore the surroundings. You can capture unforgettable photos in front of this iconic tower, one of the most photographed structures in Italy.
Extra Tour: Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour Per Person 40 Euro
On our Angels and Demons tour, the most important squares, monuments, and religious buildings reflecting the spirit of Rome await us. Our first stop is Piazza della Repubblica, one of Rome’s liveliest areas. Then we visit Piazza Venezia, the administrative and historical center of the city, and see the magnificent Vittorio Emanuele II Monument panoramically. In 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 (Trevi Fountain), which has become a symbol of Rome, and perform the traditional wish ritual. Our walk continues to Spanish Steps, one of Rome’s most romantic spots, and Piazza del Popolo, considered the northern gate. In the final part of our walk, we head 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 individually explore the magnificent dome designed by Michelangelo, the Pietà sculpture, and the unique artworks inside the basilica. No guide narration will be provided inside; the visit will take place in the form of a personal tour. This walk, where you will discover Rome’s atmosphere intertwined with history, art, and faith street by street, will offer an unforgettable experience.
Day 3: Rome
After breakfast in the morning, free time. They may join the 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
Departing from our hotel accompanied by our guide, we set off toward 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 enjoyable Lakes Region tour, an special day combining nature and shopping, just a step away from Rome, awaits you! In the morning, we head toward Italy’s peaceful lake district and enjoy a pleasant excursion amid lush nature views and charming towns. Then we go to Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, which offers the world’s most famous brands at discounted prices all year round. You can find shopping opportunities in hundreds of stores, from luxury brands such as Prada, Gucci, Armani, Michael Kors, Hugo Boss to local Italian designers. Away from the crowds of the city, this tour, where you will experience both the peace of nature and the excitement of shopping, will add a pleasant break to your holiday.
Day 4: Rome – Milan
After breakfast in the morning, we head to Milan. Upon arrival in Milan, we set off for our city tour. Rather than being attractive, Milan is stylish; rather than creative, it is affluent. Without a doubt, it is the lifeblood of the Italian economy and one of Italy’s most remarkable cities. On our panoramic Milan city tour, we will see the Milan Castle ‘Castello Sforzesco’, one of the city’s historical monuments, and the ‘Galleria’, which made its mark on the 19th-century industrial revolution and is also known as Europe’s first covered shopping mall. The famous French engineer Gustave Eiffel drew inspiration from here for the construction of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Duomo, where Gothic art can be seen extensively, is the world’s fourth-largest church with an exterior consisting of more than 2,000 sculptures. On the streets known as the center of fashion, ‘via monte napoleone’ and ‘via la spiga’, you can see the richness of the shop windows. After free time, guests who wish may join our Como Lake and Town tour. After the tour, we head to our hotel; overnight in our Milan hotel.
Extra Tour: Como Lake 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 sightseeing.
Day 5: Milan – Verona & Garda - Venice
After breakfast, we head to Venice. Those who wish may join the Verona & Lake Garda Tour on the way. After the tour, we proceed to Venice. From Tronchetto port, the final transportation point for vehicles, we take the vaporetto to the historic island. After an enjoyable vaporetto ride, we disembark near San Marco Square, the historical center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, all vehicles we are used to seeing in daily life, such as police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, municipal buses, etc., have been replaced by boats. While walking from the Slave’s Shore to San Marco Square, you can see the Venice Prison and the “Ponte dei Sospiri” Bridge of Sighs connecting the prison to the Doge’s Palace, San Giorgio Island directly opposite the bridge, and the twin columns on the main façade of the Doge’s Palace, referred to as the city’s gateway, along with the statues symbolizing Venice atop these columns. The square where St. Mark’s Basilica is located was called “the most beautiful square in the world” by Napoleon. Although the cathedral was completed in the 9th century, it took shape as it is today in the 17th century. The 4 bronze horses on its main façade were brought from Istanbul upon the return from the Second Crusade. During your free time, you can watch the statues on top of the bell tower strike the bell at every hour and climb the bell tower to see the whole Venice panorama from above. Additionally, those who wish may join the extra Burano Island Tour. After the tour, free time. Then transfer to our hotel, room allocation, and overnight in our Venice hotel.
Extra Tour: Verona & Garda Tour Per Person: 50 Euro
We see the administrative palace of the Duchy of Verona, which remained under the Venetian Republic for centuries, the Erbe Square, which is still used as a market place today as it was in history, and in Erbe Square, the second-largest amphitheater in Italy after the Colosseum in Rome. Passing through Verona shopping streets, where the roads were paved with marble to display wealth, we see the palace where Dante Alighieri lived during his exile. After seeing the Scaliger family cemetery that ruled Verona, we panoramically see the house where Romeo and Juliet, which inspired the 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 view, you can walk along 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 fascinating atmosphere with its multicolored houses and peaceful streets. On the island, one of the favorite spots for 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 take 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 6: Venice – Ljubljana – Istanbul
After breakfast in the morning, we check out of the rooms and head to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia. Those who wish may join the extra Noventa di Piave McArthurGlen Designer Outlet tour on the way. Upon 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, the heart of the city, the Town Hall, and St. Nicholas Cathedral, notable for its Baroque architecture, are among the places to be seen panoramically. After the tour, flight to Istanbul at 20:15 with Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1064. After a comfortable and relaxing flight, arrival at Istanbul Airport at 00:05 and the end of our tour. We hope to see you at our next event.
Extra: Noventa di Piave McArthurGlen Designer Outlet tour Per Person 30 Euro
On this tour, specially organized for shopping enthusiasts, we go to Noventa di Piave McArthurGlen Designer Outlet, located near Venice and one of Europe’s most popular outlet centers. In this stylish shopping village designed with an open-air concept, you can find brands such as Prada, Gucci, Burberry, Michael Kors, Armani, Nike, Adidas, Polo Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, and many more world-famous names with discounts ranging from 30% to 70%. You can enjoy a pleasant shopping experience in streets designed inspired by Italian architecture and relax while sipping your coffee in the cafés. After the tour, we meet at the designated time and return to our hotel.
Extra Tour Full Package
• Pisa Tour → 45 €
• Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour → 40 €
• Lakes Region & Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet → 50 €
• Como Lake and Town Tour → 40 €
• Verona & Lake Garda Tour → 50 €
• Burano Island Tour → 35 €
• Noventa di Piave McArthurGlen Designer Outlet → 30 €
Total Regular Price: 290 Euro
15% Discounted Price: 250 Euro
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 Bologna and Ljubljana to Istanbul
• Breakfasts to be taken at hotels
• City Tours in Venice, Florence, Milan, and Rome
• Accommodation for a total of 5 Nights in 3* and 4* Hotels: 2 Nights in Rome, 1 Night in Florence (Montecatini and Calenzano), 1 Night in Venice (Quarto D'altino, Noale or Treviso), and 1 Night in Milan
• Professional Turkish Guided Tour Service
• Transportation with 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