What's the best time of year to start a Rome, Tuscany tour from Rome?

Rome and Tuscany welcome visitors from April through October with July and September drawing the largest crowds. Spring and fall bring comfortable temperatures around 20-25°C perfect for exploring outdoors. Hotels like the Empire in Rome and UNA Vittoria in Florence offer good availability during these months. A recent TourRadar traveler shared: "Visiting Rome in September was perfect - the weather was still warm but not too hot and the crowds were manageable at major sites like the Colosseum and Vatican."

What are the must-see attractions on the first days in Rome before heading to Tuscany?

Start with the Vatican complex including the Museums Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Follow this with visits to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Tour operators like Wonderful Holidays UK provide skip-the-line access to these popular sites. A TourRadar traveler noted: "The Vatican Tour was amazing and combining it with the Colosseum/Forum tour gave us a perfect introduction to Rome's history before exploring Tuscany."

What are the typical first-day activities when starting a tour in Rome?

Many tours begin with a food walk through the Trastevere district where visitors can taste local specialties and explore small shops and trattorias. Evening activities often include a traditional passeggiata through the historic center followed by dinner at places like Roscioli Restaurant in the Jewish Quarter. Guests typically stay at hotels like Hotel de la Ville on Via Sistina or Hotel Artemide on Via Nazionale. One TourRadar traveler said: "Starting the tour with the food walk in Trastevere was perfect - it really helped us understand Roman cuisine and culture from day one."

What kind of wine experiences are included in Rome to Tuscany tours?

Wine tours connect visitors with family vineyards like Casale Polegri near Baschi and established Chianti wineries in Gaiole. Programs often include tastings in San Gimignano known for Vernaccia white wine and visits to Brunello di Montalcino estates. Accommodation options focus on wine properties like Castello di Spaltenna in Chianti or Villa Il Poggiale in San Casciano. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The wine tasting at Casale Polegri was a highlight - learning about the family's history while sampling their wines made it so special."

What is the average daily cost for Rome and Tuscany tours starting in Rome?

Daily costs range from 290-545 USD per person based on accommodation level and included activities. High-end tours like Flag Travel Holidays' "Luxury Italy by High-Speed Train" average 545 USD daily with stays at 4-5 star properties like Palazzo Venere in Rome. Mid-range tours average 300 USD per day. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We upgraded to 4-star hotels and were very happy with the locations and amenities which made the higher price worth it."

Which are the most popular Tuscan towns visited from Rome?

Florence Siena San Gimignano and Montepulciano rank among the most visited destinations. Tours by companies like Flag Travel Holidays add stops in Pienza and throughout the Chianti region. According to one TourRadar review: "The trip to Pisa Sienna and San Gimignano from Florence was excellent and the Chianti wine tasting experience was a highlight."

Tuscany Tours from Rome

An adventure starting in Rome is a great way to see Tuscany. We have 28 tours that range from 4 days up to 11 days. The most popular time for tours from Rome is September, which has the most tour departures.

10 best Tuscany tours from Rome

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In-depth Cultural
Best of Rome, Florence & Venice
4.7 (3 traveler reviews)
"The hotels were fine with very good breakfasts. The speed trains were great."
Diane, traveled in April
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Tuscany,Venice+1 more
Age Range
Ages 8+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Omega Tours
From
US$1,813per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
My First Italian Adventure - 7Day
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, Pisa, Tuscany, Venice
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English, Italian
Operator
Authentic Italy Adventures
15% Off
From $1,871
US$1,591per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
7 Day Rome, Florence, Tuscany & Venice Tour Package
4.0 (1 traveler review)
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa,Venice+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Tourist Journey
15% Off
From
US$2,092per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of Northern Italy
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, Pisa, Bologna, Venice
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Travel
15% Off
From
US$3,320per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Roman Holiday
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Rome, Orvieto, Siena, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano,Florence+1 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Europamundo
15% Off
From
US$1,120per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Luxury Italy by High-Speed Train
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, Castellina in Chianti, Siena,San Gimignano,Venice+2 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Flag Travel Holidays
20% Off
From $5,077
US$4,062per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Tuscan Adventure: Rome to Florence
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Rome, Montepulciano, Florence
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $1,849
US$1,479per person
Price based on Shared Room
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Explorer
6 Day Florence, Pisa & the Coastal Charms of Italy from Rome
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Rome, Orvieto, Siena, Florence, Cinque Terre, Pisa, Lucca,Volterra,Montepulciano,Pienza,Bagno Vignoni,Natural Park of Maremma,Sovana,Bolsena+7 more
Age Range
Ages 18+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Rabbie’s Small Group Tours
20% Off
From
US$2,444per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Premium Rome to Venice
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Rome, Siena, Monteriggioni, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca,Florence,Venice+2 more
Age Range
Ages 15+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Intrepid Premium
20% Off
From
US$6,060per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Highlights of Italy
Duration
9 days
Destinations
Rome, Montepulciano, Florence, Venice
Age Range
Ages 12+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
G Adventures
20% Off
From $2,339
US$1,871per person
Price based on Shared Room
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In-depth Cultural
Italian Triple Centre with A World Wonder
5.0 (5 traveler reviews)
"This was an excellent tour. We very much enjoyed the Coliseum/Forum tour. This was a highlight as was the Crypt and Catacomb tour."
James, traveled in June
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, Pisa, Tuscany, Venice
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Wonderful Holidays UK
15% Off
From $2,160
US$1,836per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Italian Sojourn with Leaning Tower of Pisa
4.5 (4 traveler reviews)
"The trip was great with a good balance of tours and free time. Accommodations were comfortable and very conveniently located."
Marie, traveled in October
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, Pisa, Tuscany, Venice
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Wanderful Holidays LLC
21% Off
From $1,899
US$1,500per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
Gems of Rome & Florence, Semi-Private Tour
3.5 (4 traveler reviews)
"Lovely tour, particularly of Siena and San Gimignano. From cathedrals to cobblestones, turrets to towers, this all-day tour was a wonderful experience."
Yvonne, traveled in June
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, San Gimignano, Siena
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
TUI Italia
15% Off
From $1,602
US$1,362per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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In-depth Cultural
4 Days Tuscany Tour - from Rome
5.0 (1 traveler review)
"The 4 days we spent touring through Tuscany was without fault. Will definitely come back!"
Clinton, traveled in March
Duration
4 days
Destinations
Rome, Tivoli, Orvieto, Siena, San Gimignano, Volterra,Radda in Chianti,Greve in Chianti,Lucca,Montalcino,Pienza,Montepulciano+6 more
Age Range
All Ages Welcome
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English, Spanish
Operator
Europeando Europa
15% Off
From
US$2,012per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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Explorer
Italy By High-Speed Train
4.4 (94 traveler reviews) award winner
"The hotel locations we found to be ideal and splendid rooms. The tours we chose were great and informative."
Heather, traveled in August
Duration
7 days
Destinations
Rome, Florence, Siena, Castellina in Chianti,San Gimignano,Venice+2 more
Age Range
Ages 10+
Country Region
Central ItalyTuscany+1 more
Operated in
English
Operator
Flag Travel Holidays
20% Off
From $1,813
US$1,450per person
Price based on Private Double Room
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