Are the entrance fees to the Academy of Fine Arts, the Vatican Museum, and the Basilica included in the cost of the trip?

Yes, the entrance fee to all of the activities listed in the itinerary are included in the cost of the tour. The only activities that will be an extra cost will be the optional excursions that are offered on the tour.

Are those the items INCLUDED in the tour or OPTIONS of what we CAN do in each location?

The listed activites are included in the tour. Once we have confirmed the Optional Excursions, you will receive a list of those activities and the cost along with the instructions on how to purchase them.

What are the common age groups on this tour?

We do get a range of age groups on our tours with the minimum age being 5 years, but generally it is an older demographic.

Can the tour itinerary include a cruise in Amalfi?

We do not offer a cruise in Amalfi as part of the tour itinerary.

Is it possible to add a friend to my reservation and change my room from a single to a double so we can share a room?

Yes, you can add a friend to your reservation and switch your room from a single to a double for sharing.

If we wanted to do the Almafi coast how do we arrange that.

The Almafi coast is not included in this tour nor is it offered as an optional excursion. You may be able to arrange a visit with the local tour director.

Does this include air fair

Please note that our tours do not include international airfare; travelers are responsible for arranging their own flights.

Are we able to eat at our own choice of places instead of the ones provided?

This tour includes breakfast daily at the hotels, as well as 5 dinners. The lunches and remaining dinners are independent, allowing you to explore local cuisine on your own.

Is it possible to book a tour with you for a group of 4 adults and 1 child who is 3 years old?

Is it possible to add a cruise in Amalfi to the itinerary?

Are the tickets Skip-the-Line type for sites in Rome and Vatican City?

In most cases, you are able to skip the line on the attractions. Sometimes we are not able to purchase the tickets in advance, therefore, there may be a wait.

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Day 1
Rome
Rome
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Dinner (Welcome dinner at a local restaurant)
Day 2
Rome
Rome
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Choice of included excursion: Historic Faith (Rome Jewish Ghetto and Saint Mary Major Basilica) OR Rome of the Caesars (Colosseum and Roman Forum guided walk) OR The Papal City (Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica and Castel Sant'Angelo)
Optional Activities
- Roman Highlights excursion
Landmarks
Rome Jewish Ghetto
Saint Mary Major Basilica
Colosseum
Roman Forum
Palatine Hill
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Square
Castel Sant'Angelo
Day 3
Rome to Pisa to Montecatini
Rome to Pisa to Montecatini
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Square of Miracles (Piazza dei Miracoli) and Leaning Tower of Pisa
Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Square of Miracles
Day 4
Montecatini to Florence
Montecatini to Florence
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit to Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's David statue
- Guided walk through historic center including cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistry, and Signoria Square
Optional Activities
- Highlights of Uffizi Gallery
Landmarks
Academy of Fine Arts
Michelangelo's David
Florence Cathedral
Giotto's Bell Tower
Baptistry of Florence
Signoria Square
Uffizi Gallery
Day 5
Montecatini to Venice
Montecatini to Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Tuscan Farm Dinner
Landmarks
Apennine Mountains
River Po
Venetian Lagoon
Day 6
Venice
Venice
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Private boat ride
- Sightseeing walk including St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, and Bridge of Sighs
- Visit to glass factory (vetreria) and meeting with local glassblower to learn about Murano glass creation
Optional Activities
- Gondola
- Lagoon Cruise and Meal in Burano
- Venetian Dinner
Landmarks
St. Mark's Square
St. Mark's Basilica
Doge's Palace
Bridge of Sighs
Murano
Day 7
Venice to Assisi
Venice to Assisi
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Apennine Mountains
- Walking tour of medieval center
- Visit to Basilica of St. Clare
- Visit to Basilica of St. Francis
Landmarks
Basilica of St. Francis
Basilica of St. Clare
Day 8
Assisi to Pompeii to Naples to Capri
Assisi to Pompeii to Naples to Capri
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Pompeii excavations
- Jetfoil travel across Bay of Naples
- Funicular ride from harbour to Capri village
Landmarks
Pompeii
Mount Vesuvius
Bay of Naples
Day 9
Capri
Capri
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Anacapri village
- Visit to Villa San Michele
- Funicular ride to Marina Grande
- Scenic boat cruise around island (weather permitting)
Landmarks
Villa San Michele
Anacapri
Marina Grande
Bay of Naples
Day 10
Capri to Sorrento to Rome
Capri to Sorrento to Rome
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Jetfoil travel to Sorrento
- Orientation in Sorrento
- Return travel to Rome
- Farewell dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks
Sorrento
Tyrrhenian Sea
Day 11
Rome
Rome
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Rome Jewish Ghetto
Saint Mary Major Basilica
Colosseum
Roman Forum
Palatine Hill
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel
St. Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Square
Castel Sant'Angelo

Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Square of Miracles

Landmarks
Academy of Fine Arts
Michelangelo's David
Florence Cathedral
Giotto's Bell Tower
Baptistry of Florence
Signoria Square
Uffizi Gallery

Landmarks
Apennine Mountains
River Po
Venetian Lagoon

Landmarks
St. Mark's Square
St. Mark's Basilica
Doge's Palace
Bridge of Sighs
Murano

Landmarks
Basilica of St. Francis
Basilica of St. Clare

Landmarks
Pompeii
Mount Vesuvius
Bay of Naples

Landmarks
Villa San Michele
Anacapri
Marina Grande
Bay of Naples

Landmarks
Sorrento
Tyrrhenian Sea

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
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Adriane5.0•June 2024
Our Guide Elena was superb, super efficient, no detail left out, super friendly, courteous, made everyone feel valued...
Our Guide Elena was superb, super efficient, no detail left out, super friendly, courteous, made everyone feel valued & welcome, any questions answered immediately any problems resolved speedily, like a couple left their ph behind at the motel we weren’t going back to, she sorted it with good results. Elena made the tour for us, keep her on she’s an Italian Gem. Also our Bus driver Stephano was the best! Safest expert we were in good hands, man he can drive and he’s the best looking driver ever! You should be on the next Vogue womens Fashion Magazine! Happy to do a reference! Review from NZ Kiwi sisters travelling June 2024,Show more
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Karyn5.0•May 2023
Globus never disappoints. The reliable planning, the excellent and knowledgeable local guides, and the wonderful tour...
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Janice5.0•May 2023
I don't know how we could have packed much more into our journey. It was very organized and followed the itinerary...
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Anonymous5.0•May 2023
A top notch experience.
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Anonymous5.0•May 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed my vacation! I know that without Globus I wouldn't have been able to experience half of what we...
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Timothy5.0•April 2023
The tour guides were all exceptional, especially our main one Sabina. She was knowledgeable, efficient, warm and...
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Vicki5.0•April 2023
I included flight arrangements with the tour. Everything was easy and the trip went smoothly.
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Julie5.0•April 2023
Sabina excelled with her knowledge of Italy guided us smoothly along our travels throughout the country.
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Dan5.0•April 2023
My wife and I really enjoyed this Italian trip. We loved the cities snd excursions provided.
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Kim5.0•April 2023
We had a wonderful trip, which was extremely organized with a wonderful leader. Concetta was excellent. We had a fun...
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Saskia
Asked on January 19th, 2025
Are the entrance fees to the Academy of Fine Arts, the Vatican Museum, and the Basilica included in the cost of the trip?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, the entrance fee to all of the activities listed in the itinerary are included in the cost of the tour. The only activities that will be an extra cost will be the optional excursions that are offered on the tour.
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Ray
Asked on January 10th, 2025
Are those the items INCLUDED in the tour or OPTIONS of what we CAN do in each location?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written January 2025
  The listed activites are included in the tour. Once we have confirmed the Optional Excursions, you will receive a list of those activities and the cost along with the instructions on how to purchase them.
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Ana Paula
Asked on December 31st, 2024
What are the common age groups on this tour?
Age Range
- GlobusOperator•Written December 2024
  We do get a range of age groups on our tours with the minimum age being 5 years, but generally it is an older demographic.
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Eva
Asked on November 27th, 2024
Can the tour itinerary include a cruise in Amalfi?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written November 2024
  We do not offer a cruise in Amalfi as part of the tour itinerary.
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Dominique
Asked on September 11th, 2024
Is it possible to add a friend to my reservation and change my room from a single to a double so we can share a room?
Accommodation
- GlobusOperator•Written September 2024
  Yes, you can add a friend to your reservation and switch your room from a single to a double for sharing.
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Nicholas
Asked on June 25th, 2024
If we wanted to do the Almafi coast how do we arrange that.
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written June 2024
  The Almafi coast is not included in this tour nor is it offered as an optional excursion. You may be able to arrange a visit with the local tour director.
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  Nicholas
  Traveler•Written June 2024
  Is there an optional excursion for a vineyard tour?
- GlobusOperator•Written June 2024
  This tour does not include an tour of the vineyard.
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Steven
Asked on April 23rd, 2024
Does this include air fair
Flights / Transfers
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  Please note that our tours do not include international airfare; travelers are responsible for arranging their own flights.
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Kai
Asked on April 22nd, 2024
Are we able to eat at our own choice of places instead of the ones provided?
Meals
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  This tour includes breakfast daily at the hotels, as well as 5 dinners. The lunches and remaining dinners are independent, allowing you to explore local cuisine on your own.
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Katrina
Asked on April 17th, 2024
Is it possible to book a tour with you for a group of 4 adults and 1 child who is 3 years old?
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  Katrina
  Traveler•Written April 2024
  Is it possible to add a cruise in Amalfi to the itinerary?
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  Katrina
  Traveler•Written April 2024
  Are all tours such as Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Colosseum, Roman Forum, boat ride, and scenic cruise included in the final price? What type of accommodation do you offer?
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  The minimum age for Globus tours is 5. We do not offer a cruise in Amalfi. We confirm our hotels 30 days prior to scheduled departure.
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Björn
Asked on April 14th, 2024
Are the tickets Skip-the-Line type for sites in Rome and Vatican City?
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written April 2024
  In most cases, you are able to skip the line on the attractions. Sometimes we are not able to purchase the tickets in advance, therefore, there may be a wait.

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