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Country Roads of Italy (Classic)

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Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Rome

    Meals
    Dinner (Savour dinner at a uniquely Roman restaurant, offering a perfect exploration of Lazio's typical flavours)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Room 007 Select, Rome)
  2. Day 2

    Rome

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Room 007 Select, Rome)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of the Colosseum with insights into ancient Roman life
    • Visit St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City
    • Exploration of Circus Maximus
    • Walking tour with Local Expert discovering modern-day Rome and ancient Roman history
    Landmarks
    St. Peter's Basilica
    Colosseum
    Circus Maximus
    Arch of Constantine
    Palatine Hill
  3. Day 3

    Castel Gandolfo

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento), Hotel (Michelangelo, Hotel San Michele , Regina Cristina, Capri)

    Included Activities

    • Explore the Villa Barberini Gardens
    • Ride electric train through the gardens
    • View mosaic flower beds and fountains
    Landmarks
    Villa Barberini Gardens
    Bay of Naples
  4. Day 4

    Capri

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Majestic Palace Hotel, Sorrento), Hotel (Michelangelo, Hotel San Michele , Regina Cristina, Capri)

    Included Activities

    • Cruise to Capri by jetfoil
    • Explore Capri town with a Local Expert
    • Stroll through narrow alleyways and piazzas
    • Browse boutiques and artisan studios
    • Take in panoramic views over the Tyrrhenian Sea
    Landmarks
    Capri
  5. Day 5

    Sorrento - Pompeii - Todi

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant with a glass of Orvieto Classico wine)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fonte Cesia, Todi)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Pompeii with Local Expert through cobbled streets of the ancient Roman city
    Landmarks
    Pompeii
    Piazza del Popolo
  6. Day 6

    Todi

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fonte Cesia, Todi)
  7. Day 7

    Assisi - Perugia

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia), Hotel (Sangallo Palace, Perugia)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to St. Clare's Church in Assisi
    • Exploration of Roman Temple of Minerva in Assisi
    • Guided visit to Basilica of St. Francis with Local Expert
    • Walking tour down Via San Francesco
    • Guided walking exploration of Perugia's Old Town including Priors' Palace, Collegio del Cambio, Cathedral and Great Fountain
    Landmarks
    St. Clare's Church
    Roman Temple of Minerva
    Basilica of St. Francis
    Priors' Palace
    Collegio del Cambio
    Perugia Cathedral
    Great Fountain (Fontana Maggiore)
  8. Day 8

    Perugia

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sangallo Palace Hotel, Perugia), Hotel (Sangallo Palace, Perugia)

    Included Activities

    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at artisanal loom-weaving workshop with Marta and her weavers

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Cortona, one of the oldest hill towns in Tuscany
    • Exploration of recently unearthed Etruscan Temple
    • Guided exploration of Cortona historic centre with views of Lake Trasimeno and Val di Chiana
    • Discovery of traditional Umbrian kitchen with regional wines
    Landmarks
    Lake Trasimeno
    Val di Chiana
  9. Day 9

    Perugia - Florence - Tuscany

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Discover what gives a quality Chianti wine its signature cherry, plum, and earthy profile. Learn about the aging process of Chianti Classico, Chianti Classico Riserva and Gran Selezione and the Riserva, DOC and DOCG labelling)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Relais Certosa, Florence, Borgo di Cortefreda), Hotel (Cappuccina Country Resort & Spa, San Gimignano)

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour with Local Expert to view marble-clad cathedral, bell tower and baptistery with Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise
    • Artisan demonstration of gold and leatherwork
    • Exploration of Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio
    • Chianti wine tasting with educational presentation on aging processes
    Landmarks
    Florence Cathedral
    Campanile of Giotto
    Florence Baptistery
    Piazza della Signoria
    Palazzo Vecchio
  10. Day 10

    Lucca - Siena - San Gimignano

    Meals
    Breakfast, Snack (Ascend serpentine alleyways to the artisan gelato parlour of world champion gelato maestro, Sergio Dondoli for a taste of his finest frozen treats)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Relais Certosa, Florence, Borgo di Cortefreda), Hotel (Cappuccina Country Resort & Spa, San Gimignano)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Basilica of St. Domenico in Siena with discovery of its connection to St. Catherine of Siena
    • Tasting of Panforte, traditional Tuscan dessert
    • Visit to San Gimignano
    • Gelato tasting from master gelato maker Sergio Dondoli
    Landmarks
    Basilica of St. Domenico
    San Gimignano
  11. Day 11

    Lucca

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Villa La Principessa, Lucca)

    Included Activities

    • Exploration of Lucca's churches, squares and palaces within medieval ramparts
    • Sampling of freshly baked Tuscan bread

    Optional Activities

    • Visit to Pisa
    Landmarks
    Lucca
    Leaning Tower of Pisa
    Itinerary Image 1
  12. Day 12

    Lucca - Cinque Terre

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Villa La Principessa, Lucca)

    Included Activities

    • Guided visit to one of the picturesque fishing villages of Cinque Terre with Local Expert
    • Coastal cruise along rugged coastline (weather permitting)
    • Exploration of medieval quarter
    • Beach time
    Landmarks
    Cinque Terre
  13. Day 13

    Lucca - Parma

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (At Caseificio San Bernardino, meet a passionate local who lives and breathes Italian gastronomy and quality cheese. Step inside to witness the craft behind Parmigiano-Reggiano as it's made and carefully matured, learning how time, temperature and skilled hands shape its nutty aroma and crystalline texture)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Starhotels Du Parc, Parma)

    Included Activities

    • Meeting with local Paolo to learn about Parmigiano-Reggiano production
    • Visit to Caseificio San Bernardino to witness cheese-making and maturation process
    • Tasting of Parmigiano-Reggiano with wine
    Landmarks
    Parma
  14. Day 14

    Parma - Modena - Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch (Visit a producer of authentic balsamic vinegar with master class)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice), Hotel (Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice, Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal, Venice.)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to balsamic vinegar producer in Modena
    • Master class on balsamic vinegar production
    • Gondola ride through Venice canals with serenading musicians
    Landmarks
    Modena
    Itinerary Image 1
  15. Day 15

    Venice

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner (Cruise to the charming fisherman's island of Burano to enjoy a delicious dinner with wine and new-found friends)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice), Hotel (Hilton Molino Stucky, Venice, Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal, Venice.)

    Included Activities

    • MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience at traditional glassblowing workshop
    • Visit to St. Mark's Square and St. Mark's Basilica
    • Visit to Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs
    • Evening cruise through Venetian Lagoon to Burano
    • Dinner on Burano island with wine
    Landmarks
    St. Mark's Square
    St. Mark's Basilica
    Doge's Palace
    Bridge of Sighs
    Burano
  16. Day 16

    Venice

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    September 20th, 2025
    Great guide, bys driver and itinerary
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    May 2nd, 2023
    Excellent tour. Our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and very patient and thoughtful. The bus driver was always...
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  • Country Roads of Italy (Classic) reviewer 3
    November 7th, 2019
    We couldn't have asked for a more professional team than Travel Director Lorenzo Borrelli and our driver Maurizio...
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    Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Country Roads of Italy trip with Insight Vacations. We are extremely happy to learn that you enjoyed your complete experience on the road with us. Furthermore, we are elated to have shared our passion for travel with you again and we equally look forward to exploring more amazing destinations with you soon.
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    November 2nd, 2017
    Ok, I have to,be up front from the beginning. I didn't think a coach tour would be for me. I'm not too keen on...
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  • S
    September 22nd, 2017
    We just returned from a Country Roads of Italy Insight tour. It was an amazing tour with Diego as our coach driver...
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    Diane

    Asked on January 29th, 2026

    We prefer a group of 20 at the most .. you say 20-40 people. Which trips stop at 20 please.

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      Are flight prices included in your quote?

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      Diane

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      Are all meals included ?

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      Diane

      TravelerWritten January 2026

      Are we free to wander around a place we love without having to join the bus tour for a day here and there ?

    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2026

      This itinerary offers a Small Group option, accommodating no more than 24 guests for a more personal and comfortable experience.

    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2026

      International airfare is not included, as travellers join from many different countries.

    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2026

      The tour includes 15 breakfasts and 5 dinners.

    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten January 2026

      If you choose to skip an activity or take a separate side trip on any day, you may coordinate directly with your Travel Director. They can note your plans and may be able to provide suggestions, but please remember that any arrangements outside the itinerary are at your own expense and responsibility.

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    Are there any plans for later dates in October 2026? We are starting a river cruise on October 26, 2026 in Budapest so a tour finishing after 22 0ctober would be ideal.

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    • Insight VacationsOperatorWritten June 2025

      Apologies as this tour in Classic Group only has one available departure date for October 2026. However, the Women-Only Tour version of this tour have departure date starting 09 and ending 24 October 2026.

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    Rosemary

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    Does this tour include meals?

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      This tour includes 13 breakfasts and 5 dinners.

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