Please can you tell me the longest duration on the bus? I have been on some Contiki trips with very long transit time and need to check beforehand this time.

On this trip, the longest bus journey is about 5–6 hours (Cinque Terre → Como/Milan), while most other transfers range between 2–4 hours. The itinerary is designed with sightseeing stops to break up travel time. Each day's journey will take around 15 hours in total.

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Tuscany, Milan & Venice (Age 27 To 35)

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Rome
Rome
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar))
Day 2
Rome to Florence via Siena
Rome to Florence via Siena
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (BB Centro (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Florence including Giotto's Bell Tower, Basilica Santa Croce, Piazza della Signoria, and the Duomo
Landmarks
Siena
Day 3
Florence
Florence
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (BB Hotel Firenze Centro (or similar))
Included Activities
- Guided walking tour of Florence including Giotto's Bell Tower, Basilica Santa Croce, Piazza della Signoria, and the Duomo
Optional Activities
- Tuscan evening with risotto demonstration, local wine, antipasto, and dessert
Landmarks
Giotto's Bell Tower
Basilica Santa Croce
Piazza della Signoria
Duomo
Day 4
Florence to Cinque Terre via Pisa and Lucca
Florence to Cinque Terre via Pisa and Lucca
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Le Grazie (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting at local vineyards outside Lucca
Landmarks
Lucca
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Day 5
Cinque Terre
Cinque Terre
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Hotel Le Grazie (or similar))
Included Activities
- Unlimited hike and train pass for exploring Cinque Terre's five coastal villages
Landmarks
Cinque Terre National Park
Day 6
Cinque Terre to Milan via Como
Cinque Terre to Milan via Como
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (B&B Hotel Milano Sesto Marelli (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Boat ride on Lake Como
Landmarks
Lake Como
Day 7
Milan to Treviso via Verona
Milan to Treviso via Verona
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit Juliet's House in Verona
Landmarks
Verona
Juliet's House
Day 8
Treviso to Venice
Treviso to Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar))
Included Activities
- Private boat transfer crossing the canal to Venice's historical heart
Optional Activities
- Gondola ride in Venice
- Burano Island cruise
Landmarks
Venice
Burano Island
Day 9
Treviso to Rome via Bologna
Treviso to Rome via Bologna
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar))
Optional Activities
- Dinner in a converted underground wine cellar with fine Italian wine
Landmarks
Bologna
Day 10
Rome
Rome
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Guided tour of the Colosseum with a local guide covering Roman history, emperors, and gladiators
Landmarks
Colosseum
Roman Forum

Landmarks
Siena

Landmarks
Giotto's Bell Tower
Basilica Santa Croce
Piazza della Signoria
Duomo

Landmarks
Lucca
Leaning Tower of Pisa

Landmarks
Cinque Terre National Park

Landmarks
Lake Como

Landmarks
Verona
Juliet's House

Landmarks
Venice
Burano Island

Landmarks
Bologna

Landmarks
Colosseum
Roman Forum

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Where You'll Stay

BV Oly Hotel Roma (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 9
BB Centro (or similar)
Hotel
day 2
BB Hotel Firenze Centro (or similar)
Hotel
day 3
Hotel Le Grazie (or similar)
Hotel
Days 4, 5
B&B Hotel Milano Sesto Marelli (or similar)
Hotel
day 6
Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese (or similar)
Hotel
Days 7, 8

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Traveler Reviews

4.4

Overall rating based on 26 Reviews

Itinerary
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Guide
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Accommodation
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Food
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Tour Operator
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Julia1.0•December 2022
I just had a tour of Italy with Contiki- don't use them- they r horrible! Our group had 53 people! Hotels- like u r...
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Traveled in October 2022
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We sincerely regret to learn that you had not fully enjoyed the Italian Espresso itinerary, and that there may have been a few aspects that took away from your overall experience. We will be sharing this review with our Operations Team for their attention and consideration going forward, and we thank you for highlighting your concerns here with us.
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Jai5.0•August 2022
My first trip with Contiki and it was better than I expected! Made a few good friends and everyone was a pleasure to...
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Alexander5.0•May 2022
Led by Remi
Remi was amazing all around. Concise, Fun and and organized. He is a valuable asset and I’m sure everyone in my tour...
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Anonymous5.0•November 2018
It was amazing. Margherita (Megghy) and Fabio were so kind and made my adventure incredible.
Traveled in September 2018
Kimba4.5•January 2018
Martina made my first Contiki experience in Italy the best trip I've ever experienced. She has a true talent for what...
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Jodie5.0•January 2018
The trip was amazing, our trip manager Martina Musso made the trip worth it, she was the best trip manager we had on...
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Traveled in August 2016
Jennifer4.0•January 2018
I went on the Contiki Italian Espresso tour, which tours Rome, Florence, and Venice over a week. The tour was...
I went on the Contiki Italian Espresso tour, which tours Rome, Florence, and Venice over a week. The tour was efficient in taking you to many different cities, and the tour bus from city to city was extremely convenient. One downside of going in a big tour group is that the group dinners are not at the best restaurants, but that is to be expected. Wifi on the bus was limited, but hotels were nice with AC and wifi in all of the rooms. Breakfast included in every hotel stay made mornings much easier! By far, the most excellent part of my trip was our tour guide, Martina. Martina was extremely knowledgable about Italian history and culture, and kept the trip exciting even on long bus ride. Her playlists were on point! She was able to help with any problem, and very easy to talk to. I would recommend a Contiki tour just to have Martina's help. Show more
Traveled in August 2016
Margo5.0•May 2017
Led by Maïté
I have been on two tours with Matei and she really is the best! She's super fun, friendly and patience with everyone!
Traveled in October 2014
Amanda4.5•May 2017
Led by Maïté
I had such a great time on tour with Maïté! She made sure everything rand smoothly even when unforeseen circumstances...
I had such a great time on tour with Maïté! She made sure everything rand smoothly even when unforeseen circumstances arose. I remember me and my fiend d wanted to go to the Uffizzi in Florence but didn't know if we would be able to fit it in with the schedule since there is a big wait for tickets. Maïté was so kind and considerate and stood in line for us while we were on another supervised tour. I don't think every tour guide would take the time to do this. Maïté really cares that the people on her tour have a good time, and I did!Show more
Traveled in June 2013
Ellen4.0•May 2017
Led by Maïté
Maite made my time in Italy so much more wonderful that it already was. She was caring and personable, and super fun!...
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Traveled in April 2016

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Juan
Asked on May 21st, 2026
Please can you tell me the longest duration on the bus? I have been on some Contiki trips with very long transit time and need to check beforehand this time.
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- ContikiOperator•Written May 2026
  On this trip, the longest bus journey is about 5–6 hours (Cinque Terre → Como/Milan), while most other transfers range between 2–4 hours. The itinerary is designed with sightseeing stops to break up travel time. Each day's journey will take around 15 hours in total.
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  Juan
  Traveler•Written May 2026
  Are you able to let me know of any options in Italy or Scotland that do not include long bus journeys - for example, 2 hours max?
- ContikiOperator•Written May 2026
  During bus journeys, we include comfort stops so you can stretch and feel more at ease. In Italy, most rides are about 2–3 hours depending on traffic and delays.

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