Tuscany Medieval Gems & Elite Venice 8-Day Tour with Driver Guide
From the eternal streets of Rome to the shimmering canals of Venice, through the timeless hill towns of Tuscany.
This private Italy grand tour from Rome to Venice is an eight-day curated journey through the country's most storied cities and best-preserved medieval villages, traveled in full comfort with a dedicated driver and official guide throughout.
The route winds through the volcanic cliffs of Civita di Bagnoregio, the cypress-lined ridges of the Val d'Orcia, the tower-studded skyline of San Gimignano, and the marble monuments of Pisa before arriving in the Renaissance heart of Florence and, finally, the canal city of Venice. Every overnight stop is chosen to place you within reach of the most meaningful sites.
An expert guide accompanies you at every major destination, while skip-the-line access to the Vatican Museums, the Uffizi complex, and key cathedrals keeps the focus on discovery rather than queuing. The pace is unhurried, and the daily schedule can be adjusted to suit your interests.
Orvieto, often passed over by standard itineraries, is included on the return leg to Rome. Its Gothic cathedral facade, the Renaissance engineering of Pozzo di San Patrizio, and its network of more than 1,200 Etruscan-era underground cavities make it one of the most layered stops on the entire circuit.
Tour Highlights
Private driver in a luxury vehicle for up to 10 hours daily, with hotel pickup and drop-off in Rome included from day one.
Skip-the-line admissions to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and major Florentine museums, saving significant time at the busiest sites.
Civita di Bagnoregio, Pienza, Montepulciano, San Gimignano, and Orvieto form a complete arc through Tuscany and Umbria's finest medieval heritage.
A guided wine-tasting session at a Montepulciano estate pairs five Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG selections with traditional Tuscan products.
Venice is explored on foot and by gondola, taking in the Basilica of San Marco, the Rialto Bridge, the Bridge of Sighs, and Piazza San Marco.
Florence's greatest monuments, including the Duomo, the Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazzale Michelangelo, are all covered with a dedicated guide.
Flexibility is built into every day, allowing you to linger at a vineyard, explore a village market, or adjust the order of stops to match your preference.
Itinerary Overview
The tour begins in Rome with the Colosseum, the Baths of Caracalla, Circus Maximus, the Vittoriano, Trajan's Market, and the Imperial Forums. The afternoon takes in the Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna before an overnight stay in a 3-star superior or 4-star hotel.
The second day is devoted to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, followed by Janiculum Hill, the bohemian streets of Trastevere, Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Campo de' Fiori, and Castel Sant'Angelo.
Departing Rome, the route crosses the Lazio countryside to Civita di Bagnoregio, the Etruscan cliff village accessible only by a 300-metre pedestrian bridge. The afternoon continues to Pienza, celebrated for its Pecorino cheese, and Montepulciano, home of Vino Nobile.
The day opens with a guided estate tour and tasting of five Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG wines. Siena follows, with time to walk Piazza del Campo, before the evening arrival in San Gimignano, famous for its intact medieval tower houses.
San Gimignano's historic centre is explored in the morning before the group moves to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and the Cathedral. Florence is reached by afternoon, with the Duomo, Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Vecchio, and Piazzale Michelangelo covered with the guide.
The final major destination is Venice, where the Basilica of San Marco, the Bell Tower, Piazza San Marco, the Rialto Bridge, and the Bridge of Sighs are visited. A gondola ride through the canals provides a close-up view of the city's unique urban fabric before the return to Florence for the overnight.
What Is Included
Included
- Private driver with luxury vehicle for 10 hours per day throughout all 8 days
- Official dedicated tour guide for all sites and cities
- Hotel accommodation (3-star superior or 4-star) on a per-night basis as outlined in the itinerary
- Skip-the-line admissions to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
- Skip-the-line access to major museums and cathedrals as listed in the itinerary
- Guided wine tasting at a Montepulciano estate (5 wines paired with Tuscan products)
- Gondola experience in Venice
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Rome
Not Included
- International or domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Meals and beverages unless specified
- Any entrance fees not explicitly listed as included
- Optional activities not part of the set itinerary
Important Information
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