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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 42 - 50
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Rome

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Fleming Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Self-guided exploration of Rome using CosmosGO app
  2. Day 2

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Fleming Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Introduction to Rome's landmarks from St. Peter's Square with Local Guide
    • Guided drive along Tiber River, Caius Cestius Pyramid, Aurelian Walls, and Caracalla Baths
    • Walk from Circus Maximus to Arch of Constantine to Colosseum
    Landmarks
    St. Peter's Square
    Tiber River
    Caius Cestius Pyramid
    Aurelian Walls
    Caracalla Baths
    Circus Maximus
    Arch of Constantine
    Colosseum
  3. Day 3

    Rome to Pisa to Montecatini

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Fleming Hotel), Hotel (Ambasciatori Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Mini-train ride to Square of Miracles in Pisa
    • View the Leaning Tower

    Optional Activities

    • Culinary experience in Tuscan countryside with traditional dishes and wine
    Landmarks
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Square of Miracles
  4. Day 4

    Montecatini - Florence Excursion

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ambasciatori Palace)

    Included Activities

    • Walking tour of Florence with Local Guide
    • View Duomo with Giotto's Gothic Bell Tower
    • Visit Baptistry and Gate of Paradise bronze doors
    • See Signoria Square
    Landmarks
    Duomo of Florence
    Giotto's Bell Tower
    Baptistry of Florence
    Signoria Square
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  5. Day 5

    Genoa

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Ambasciatori Palace), Hotel (Starhotels President)

    Included Activities

    • Train journey through Cinque Terre villages with scenic views
    • Free time to discover one Cinque Terre village
    Landmarks
    Cinque Terre
  6. Day 6

    Genoa - Milan - Lake Maggiore

    Meals
    Breakfast (Buffet breakfast), Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Genoa
    Landmarks
    Genoa Port
    Milan
    Lake Maggiore
  7. Day 7

    Lake Maggiore - Lugano, Switzerland

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Simplon)

    Included Activities

    • Included excursion to Lugano, Swiss Canton Ticino
    Landmarks
    Lake Maggiore
    Lugano
    Alps
  8. Day 8

    Lake Maggiore - Verona - Venice Area

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Simplon), Hotel (Poppi)

    Optional Activities

    • Evening boat ride on Giudecca Canal
    • Dinner in a local restaurant
    • Visit St. Mark's Square at night
    Landmarks
    Roman Arena of Verona
    St. Mark's Square
    Giudecca Canal
  9. Day 9

    Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Poppi)

    Included Activities

    • Included orientation boat ride to St. Mark's Square
    • Leisure time to explore Venice
    • Opportunity to watch Venetian glassblowers at work

    Optional Activities

    • Optional gondola trip along canals with local troubadour serenade
    Landmarks
    St. Mark's Square
  10. Day 10

    Venice Area - Assisi Area

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Included guided visit of Basilica of St. Francis with frescoes by Giotto
    • Local Guide introduction to Assisi
    Landmarks
    Po Delta
    Basilica of St. Francis
    Assisi
  11. Day 11

    Assisi Area - Pompeii - Sorrento Coast

    Meals
    Breakfast

    Included Activities

    • Included guided visit of Pompeii archaeological site including villas, temples, theatre, and forum
    Landmarks
    Pompeii
    Mount Vesuvius
    Bay of Naples
    Sorrento
  12. Day 12

    Capri

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Hotel Moon Valley)

    Included Activities

    • Boat transfer to Capri

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure time to explore Capri independently
    • Optional island tour of Capri
    Landmarks
    Capri
  13. Day 13

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Grand Hotel Moon Valley), Hotel (Grand Fleming Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Leisure time in Sorrento
    • Optional excursion to Positano to experience Amalfi Coast
    Landmarks
    Positano
    Amalfi Coast
  14. Day 14

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast

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4.9
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    4.0
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  • Guide
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  • R
    November 16th, 2025
    What a fantastic experience with the BEST tour guide I’ve ever had!! Would strongly recommend this trip for first...
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  • Italy's Best reviewer 2
    August 26th, 2024
    The Director needs to have a knowledge of what we were visiting. Her English skills were not good at all.
    Traveled in August 2024
  • Italy's Best reviewer 3
    July 15th, 2024
    We just finished The Best of Italy Cosmos tour and it was wonderful! Our tour guide Kristina was amazing; from...
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    July 5th, 2023
    We saw an amazing amount of Italy. Far more than we would have on our own. Our guide was experienced and very...
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    July 5th, 2023
    Our guide, Andrea Boldrini was wonderful - friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and supportive. Destinations were...
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    July 4th, 2023
    Very well planned and run.
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    June 27th, 2023
    It was very busy and fast paced. But we were able to see almost everything Italy is famous for.
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  • A
    June 27th, 2023
    Italy is amazing and our tour leader Gianluca made our experience even better with his knowledge and professionalism....
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  • A
    June 27th, 2023
    The guide and the driver were awesome, all the place visited were amazing, only issues were some of the hotel stays
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  • A
    June 26th, 2023
    Excellent tour leader, Gianluca. Tour covered even more of Italy than I expected. I am recommending to anyone I...
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    Ronald

    Asked on July 12th, 2025

    Is there a chance to visit Herculaneum while we are in the area of Pompeii?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten July 2025

      Unfortunately a visit to Herculaneum is not included in this tour.

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    Grace

    Asked on May 28th, 2025

    How much is the single supplement? And to you provide transportation to and from airport?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten May 2025

      Our Single Supplement fee will be an additional $640 USD for our Single travelers.

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    Mrs

    Asked on March 27th, 2025

    What optional excursions are available on this trip?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten March 2025

      Optional Excursions become available approximately 90 days prior to departure, and details can be found on the specific tour's website page.

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    Mallaury

    Asked on January 10th, 2025

    When does Cosmos take us into Sorrento or Venice during the tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten January 2025

      In certain destinations like Sorrento and Venice, you may have to use local transport such as taxis or buses, as per previous tour arrangements.

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    Larry

    Asked on December 9th, 2024

    Do you charge extra for singles?

    Single supplement
    • CosmosOperatorWritten December 2024

      Yes, there is a single supplement applicable for single travellers.

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    Bernhard

    Asked on November 26th, 2024

    Single accommodations are on request only?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      Yes, single accommodations are on request only for this tour.

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    Keith

    Asked on November 25th, 2024

    How many are on the tour? And what is the mode of transport?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour is currently available, but it is not yet a guaranteed departure. There can be 50 people maximum on tour if fully sold. The mode of transport is by private, air-conditioned motorcoach, with free Wi-Fi (where available).

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    Dominik

    Asked on November 20th, 2024

    Who operates this tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      This tour is operated by Cosmos.

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    Antonio

    Asked on November 18th, 2024

    There's no mention of 3, 4, or 5 Star hotels.

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten November 2024

      Hotels are subject to change, but this is what we typically book for this itinerary. First class ratings are roughly equivalent to 4 stars, while superior tourist ratings are roughly equivalent to 3 stars.

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    Tony

    Asked on October 27th, 2024

    What entry fees or guided tours are included to sites like Vatican, Duomo, Pisa, Pompeii, etc. Is there any skip-the-line options. Also any boat or train travel included or available?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten October 2024

      This tour will include the Cinque Terre by train and reach Capri by ferry. Journey on a private boat along the Giudecca Canal to the centre of Venice, as well as a train ride La Spezia to Levanto and a boat to Capri and in the Venice canals. All entrance fees will be included in the total cost, except the optional excursions that will be offered during your free time. The specific locations you will enter will be provided in the more detailed itinerary you will received when you meet with the Tour Director.

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