Do you provide support for booking additional experiences during the tour?

Yes, optional experiences will be offered to you by your travel director at the beginning of your trip. You can coordinate with your travel director while on tour to book these experiences.

How do I arrange separate airport transfers for members of my group arriving and departing on different days?

To book separate transfers for different arrival or departure days, please provide the flight details of all passengers separately including their names, airline, flight number, arrival and departure airports and times.

Is this allowed for a child who will be 2 years old at time of tour?

Unfortunately, the current tour does not accommodate travelers under the age of 2.

Are we completely on our own to select & purchase airfare? What are other noninclusions that we should factor in to our total cost?

Yes, you need to book your own flights from or to the tour. The non-inclusions are flights (from and to the tour), optional experiences, and transfers if they do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings.

Can you confirm the hotel and room for the first night of my tour and whether it's possible to stay in the same room for additional nights if I arrive early?

For early arrivals, you can request to stay in the same hotel and room as your first night of the tour. Please let us know as soon as possible so we can make the necessary arrangements at the hotel.

Are there any specific luggage allowances for the tour?

Yes, the luggage allowance for the tour is size: 30"x18"x10" (76x46x25cm), weight limit of 50lbs.

What are the transport options for getting to and from the airport during the tour?

Complimentary transfers from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) depart at 09:30, 12:30, and 15:30 on the first day of the tour only. The return transfers to the airport arrive at 07:00 and 09:30 on the last day of the trip.

How and when do I make payments for variations like pre-tour accommodation?

Once you've decided to book extra nights or other services, please inform us promptly so that we can make the necessary arrangements. Payment details and instructions will be provided upon confirmation of the services.

How many miles all together is the Rome and Tuscan tour?

The approximate distance for this particular trip is 660 miles.

What is your cancelation policy for trip?

Please note that once you make a deposit on your booking, it is nonrefundable. A cancellation penalty will apply anytime you decide to cancel your booking. The cancellation penalty amount will be determined by how many days prior to departure you are cancelling.

Rome and Tuscan Highlights (9 Days)

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Start and end in Rome

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The later start to the day and more free time was really appreciated. Nice to have Montecatini as a base for 6 days.
Carla, traveled in April
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Platinum Operator: Trafalgar
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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 20 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Rome
Meals
Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Midas Palace)
Included Activities
- Orientation drive past Rome's icons including Circus Maximus
Optional Activities
- Afternoon exploration of Rome
Landmarks
Circus Maximus
Day 2
Rome to Montecatini
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme)
Included Activities
- Local Specialist guided sightseeing tour of St. Peter's Basilica
- View Michelangelo's Pietà
- Scenic drive through Tuscan hills to Montecatini
Landmarks
St. Peter's Basilica
Day 3
Florence
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme)
Included Activities
- Local Specialist walking tour of Renaissance Florence
- View the Duomo
- Visit Piazza della Signoria
- Free time to explore, including Ponte Vecchio
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience: Visit Academy of Fine Arts to view Michelangelo's David and learn about his life and works with a Local Specialist
Landmarks
Duomo
Piazza della Signoria
Ponte Vecchio
Academy of Fine Arts
Day 4
Montecatini
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme)
Optional Activities
- Optional Experience: Excursion to Cinque Terre
Landmarks
Cinque Terre
Day 5
Vinci
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Be My Guest experience at Agriturismo Borgo Vigna Vecchia surrounded by vineyards and olive groves)
Accommodation
Hotel (Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme)
Included Activities
- Local Specialist guided tour of Pisa including Leaning Tower
- View marble Cathedral in Pisa
- View ornate Baptistery in Pisa
- Visit Museo Leonardiano in Vinci with Local Specialist
- View Leonardo da Vinci's machines, models, sketches and handwritten notes
- Be My Guest experience at Agriturismo Borgo Vigna Vecchia
Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Pisa Cathedral
Baptistery of Pisa
Museo Leonardiano
Day 6
San Gimignano
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of medieval Siena
- View 13th-century marble cathedral in Siena
- View Piazza del Campo in Siena
- Visit walled medieval town of San Gimignano
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience: Visit Franco's studio for pottery demonstration showing Tuscan pottery creation
- Free time in San Gimignano
Optional Activities
- Shopping for locally-produced delicacies including pecorino cheese and cured meats
Landmarks
Siena Cathedral
Piazza del Campo
San Gimignano
Day 7
Cooking Class
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Tuscan cuisine prepared during cooking class with local wine), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme)
Included Activities
- Visit local food market
- Tuscan cooking class with professional chef Local Specialist
- Learn to cook with fresh market produce
- Prepare lunch with local wine
Day 8
Montecatini to Rome
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Signature Roman dishes at historical restaurant)
Accommodation
Hotel (Midas Palace)
Included Activities
- Coach journey from Montecatini to Rome
- Guided tour of Vatican Museums with Local Specialist
- View Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling frescoes
- Signature Roman dishes dinner at historical restaurant
Landmarks
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel
Day 9
Rome Departure
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Circus Maximus

Landmarks
St. Peter's Basilica

Landmarks
Duomo
Piazza della Signoria
Ponte Vecchio
Academy of Fine Arts

Landmarks
Cinque Terre

Landmarks
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Pisa Cathedral
Baptistery of Pisa
Museo Leonardiano

Landmarks
Siena Cathedral
Piazza del Campo
San Gimignano

Landmarks
Vatican Museums
Sistine Chapel

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Midas Palace
Hotel
Days 1, 8
Columbia Wellness and Spa Montecatini Terme
Hotel
Days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

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Traveler Reviews

4.6

Overall rating based on 8 Reviews

Itinerary
4.8
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
3.9
Food
4.4
Tour Operator
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Thomas
October 13th, 2019
Fantastic! We loved every minute!
Traveled in October 2019
Reply from: Trafalgar
Thanks for taking the time to share your thoughts. We always appreciate reading about our guests' time spent on the road with us and are delighted to learn that you had a wonderful experience with us on the Rome and Tuscan Highlights trip. With this in mind, we hope that you will join us again on another of Trafalgar’s guided holidays in the future.
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Janice
August 4th, 2019
The optional first meal at vineyard was a little pricey but the food was good there was free flowing house made wine...
The optional first meal at vineyard was a little pricey but the food was good there was free flowing house made wine that was good Nd the dancing party atmosphere was fun worth the expense. The be my guest dinner at another family owned vineyard was great. The food was delicious and again plenty of wine. The experience shopping and cooking with the chef near Florence was amazing. They had us make ravioli, salad and an appetizer. The wine tasting was delicious and they had unique sparkling wines. Luckily we did do all the cooking. The food was fantastic and the assortment was amazing. The best part of the trip were the people and these events. The scenery was beautiful, the cities and town architecture was great. Plenty of time on the bus but this trips offers a chance to stay behind if you like. The weather was hot and sunny I wish I booked in Sept to November but really enjoyed the trip. I was disappointed that the hotel didn't have a pool.Show more
Traveled in July 2019
Reply from: Trafalgar
To begin, we are delighted that the Optional and Be My Guest Experiences added some unique and special moments to your trip, enabling you to experience an insiders' perspective of the local lifestyles of the regions you visited. Furthermore, it' fantastic to know that you enjoyed discovering the hand-picked destination on our carefully curated itinerary, and that the great weather truly complimented the beautiful scenery in Italy. With this in mind, hopefully, we will have the chance to welcome you back for another shared adventure soon.
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Janet
July 22nd, 2019
This was my first big group tour and it was wonderful. Our trip leader was knowledgeable, helpful and a lot of fun.
Traveled in July 2019
Reply from: Trafalgar
Here at Trafalgar, we love creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, and no one does this as well as our dedicated team of representatives. Therefore, we are delighted that your Travel Director's knowledge and enthusiasm left you with a memorable vacation full of joy and laughter. Thank you for taking the time to review the Rome and Tuscan Highlights guided holiday with us, and we hope that we will have the pleasure of sharing our passion for travel with you again soon.
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Anonymous
July 8th, 2019
It was a wonderful tour, the organization was excellent as the visits flowed into the itinerary. The tour guide was...
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Traveled in June 2019
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Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Rome and Tuscan Highlights guided holiday with Trafalgar. We always appreciate reading about our guests' time spent on the road with us and are delighted to learn that your Travel Director ensured you had an effortless and memorable travel experience. Furthermore, we are thrilled to read that you thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of this itinerary, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again for another captivating adventure soon.
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Denise
May 19th, 2019
Beautiful scenery !!!
Traveled in May 2019
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. It’s wonderful to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed discovering the beautiful destinations included in our carefully crafted itinerary, and we hope that you will join us again for another shared adventure, wherever and whenever you decide that might be.
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LisaMaguire
July 15th, 2018
Fabio was an excellent tour guide. He emailed us prior to arrival to let us know about a change of schedule which...
Fabio was an excellent tour guide. He emailed us prior to arrival to let us know about a change of schedule which was much appreciated. He was very well versed on history and customs and knew the cities well, giving us a complete picture of past and present life in Italy. The tour guides in each city were also informative and engaging. Fabio's fun personality made the trip enjoyable for us and our 3 children, all in their 20s.Show more
Traveled in June 2018
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Thomas
May 8th, 2017
I am pleased to report that my holiday was everything I expected and hoped for.
Traveled in April 2017
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Carla
April 24th, 2016
The later start to the day and more free time was really appreciated. Nice to have Montecatini as a base for 6 days.
Traveled in October 2015

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Lara
Asked on November 16th, 2024
Do you provide support for booking additional experiences during the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes, optional experiences will be offered to you by your travel director at the beginning of your trip. You can coordinate with your travel director while on tour to book these experiences.
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Matthew
Asked on July 18th, 2024
How do I arrange separate airport transfers for members of my group arriving and departing on different days?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
  To book separate transfers for different arrival or departure days, please provide the flight details of all passengers separately including their names, airline, flight number, arrival and departure airports and times.
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Asked on May 15th, 2024
Is this allowed for a child who will be 2 years old at time of tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2024
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Are we completely on our own to select & purchase airfare? What are other noninclusions that we should factor in to our total cost?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2024
  Yes, you need to book your own flights from or to the tour. The non-inclusions are flights (from and to the tour), optional experiences, and transfers if they do not coincide with the shuttle coach timings.
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Mária
Asked on December 15th, 2023
Can you confirm the hotel and room for the first night of my tour and whether it's possible to stay in the same room for additional nights if I arrive early?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2023
  For early arrivals, you can request to stay in the same hotel and room as your first night of the tour. Please let us know as soon as possible so we can make the necessary arrangements at the hotel.
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Douglas
Asked on December 8th, 2023
Are there any specific luggage allowances for the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2023
  Yes, the luggage allowance for the tour is size: 30"x18"x10" (76x46x25cm), weight limit of 50lbs.
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Kobes Roelof
Asked on November 23rd, 2023
What are the transport options for getting to and from the airport during the tour?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2023
  Complimentary transfers from Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) depart at 09:30, 12:30, and 15:30 on the first day of the tour only. The return transfers to the airport arrive at 07:00 and 09:30 on the last day of the trip.
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Eva
Asked on November 5th, 2023
How and when do I make payments for variations like pre-tour accommodation?
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- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2023
  Once you've decided to book extra nights or other services, please inform us promptly so that we can make the necessary arrangements. Payment details and instructions will be provided upon confirmation of the services.
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Asked on August 24th, 2023
How many miles all together is the Rome and Tuscan tour?
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  The approximate distance for this particular trip is 660 miles.
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  Please note that once you make a deposit on your booking, it is nonrefundable. A cancellation penalty will apply anytime you decide to cancel your booking. The cancellation penalty amount will be determined by how many days prior to departure you are cancelling.

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