Magnificent Grand Italy Tour 7 Nights - With Thy (2027 Winter Season) (MXP-NAP)
Tour Program
Day 1: Istanbul – Milan
Meeting at 3 hours before departure in front of Turkish Airlines counters at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart for Milan on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 08:10. Upon our arrival at 09:05 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with the vehicle waiting for us at the airport. In Milan, famous for its rich blend of historical and modern scenery, notable sights include the Duomo Cathedral, one of the world's largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals; La Scala, one of the world's oldest opera houses; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a stunning arched shopping gallery dating from the 19th century; and Castello Sforzesco (Milan Castle), renowned for its magnificent architecture. After our tour, interested guests may join the Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) Tour. (€75). Our first stop is Como. Named after Lake Como, which is synonymous with the city, this place is a unique destination attracting visitors from all over the world. Besides its architectural beauty reflecting Gothic and Renaissance styles, Como also draws attention for being the home of internationally famous personalities such as Madonna and George Clooney. After our tour, our second stop is Lugano. Lake Lugano is a captivating lake located in southern Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. This lake brings together both Swiss and Italian cultural and natural characteristics. After our visit to this city, famous for its magnificent views and stylish shopping streets, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Milan – Verona – Venice
After having breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Venice. On the way, we join the Magnificent Verona Tour. (The Verona tour is included in the tour price) A historic city located in northern Italy on the banks of the Adige River, it boasts a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Roman era. A city that evokes aesthetic feelings through history, architecture, and literature, Verona is famous for Shakespeare's renowned work "Romeo and Juliet"; its building known as Juliet's house and her balcony attract visitors' interest. Among Verona's impressive structures featuring medieval architecture, the Arena di Verona, an amphitheater from the 1st century, stands out as a magnificent Roman structure and still hosts important concerts. Additionally, the city's narrow stone streets, lively squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra, reflect its rich history and cultural diversity. After our tour, we continue our journey to Venice. Like a historical fairy tale dancing on water, Venice enchants its visitors with its romance and mystery, wrapped like a labyrinth by its canals and gondolas. In our city tour, San Marco Cathedral and Square, the Doge's Palace, Canale Grande, Rialto Bridge are among the places to see in Venice. After our tour, guests who wish may additionally join the Magnificent Gondola Tour on Venice's Canals’. (40 Euro) On this tour conducted with traditional gondolas, which are symbols of Venice, we will have the opportunity to see Venice's canals. At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 3: Venice – Bologna – Florence
After the morning breakfast at the hotel, we set off towards Florence. Along the way, we will conduct our tour of Magnificent Bologna. (The Bologna tour is included in the tour fee.) Bologna is a historic settlement located in northern Italy, nestled among the Apennine Mountains, known for its cultural richness. During our city tour of this beautiful city, we will visit Piazza Maggiore Square, San Petronio Basilica, Palazzo Podestà, and the Town Hall. After our tour, we will continue our journey towards Florence. Upon our arrival in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, our panoramic city tour begins. In Florence, a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel, our city tour includes the Duomo Cathedral (Santa Maria Del Fiore), the Baptistery, the Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. After the tour, we will be transferred to our hotel and have free time. Overnight stay at our hotel in Montecatini.
Day 4: Florence – Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano – Florence
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, our guests who wish can join the Grand Tuscan Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) Tour as an extra. (110 Euro) Our first stop will be the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the country's symbols. After taking magnificent photos here, we move on to the city of Siena, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. With its narrow streets and stone buildings that carry the magic of the Middle Ages, Siena offers visitors a kind of time travel. With its historic Piazza del Campo and impressive cathedral, it is like an elegant fortress in the heart of traditional Italian city life. The final stop of our tour will be San Gimignano. San Gimignano is a town famous for its stone towers rising like a fairy tale from the Middle Ages in the heart of Tuscany. Known as the "Manhattan of the Middle Ages," this impressive settlement is known for its 14 high towers as a result of the wealth and prestige competition among city-states in the 14th century. With its narrow, maze-like streets and historic buildings, it vividly makes visitors feel the traces of the past. In addition, this town, which offers magnificent panoramic views, enchants with its artistic and cultural richness; its Gothic and Romanesque style buildings, the historic square Piazza della Cisterna, and its fascinating frescoes make it a real treasure of history and art. Transfer back to our hotel after the tour. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5: Florence – Rome
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off towards Rome, the largest city and capital of the country. As the center of one of the greatest civilizations in history, this city has been a hub of power, culture, and religion throughout its approximately 2500-year existence. The historic center of the city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city boasts an extremely rich historical heritage and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with its magnificent palaces, thousand-year-old churches and basilicas, grand romantic ruins, ostentatious monuments, ornate statues, and elegant fountains. Among the places to visit are Vatican City (St. Peter's Cathedral), the headquarters of the Catholic branch of Christianity; the Colosseum, where gladiatorial fights were held; the Roman Forum, located at the heart of Ancient Rome and once the site of religious, political, and social activities; the Altar of the Fatherland (Vittoriano Emanuele); the Trevi Fountain, famous in our country as the "Fountain of Love"; and the Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna). After our tour, we transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Rome – Castel Gandolfo & Nemi – Vatican – Rome
After the morning breakfast provided at the hotel, guests who wish may join the extra Glamorous Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican Tour’ ((85 Euro)). Our first stop will be Castel Gondolfo, which houses the Papal Summer Residence, known as the summer home of the Popes. This historic palace and its surroundings are famous for their stunning views and beautiful gardens. Next, we head to Nemi Village. Located around Lake Nemi, formed within a volcanic crater, this village is also known as the strawberry village because the region is renowned for its fresh and delicious strawberries. The village, with its historical ruins, narrow stone streets, and lovely lake views, is an attractive destination for both tourists and nature lovers. During the free time provided, you will have the opportunity to explore the village and go shopping. After our tour, we proceed to Italy’s most famous outlet area and are given free time. In this outlet area, you will find opportunities to shop at attractive prices. Following the tour, we move towards the famous St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, recognized as the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, you will have free time to visit the basilica and the square. While strolling through the square, you will be captivated by the obelisk in the center and the colonnades surrounding it. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 7: Rome – Naples
After the morning breakfast at the hotel, we head to Naples. This energetic port city in southern Italy, overflowing with historical and cultural richness, has a unique character with its vibrant markets, traditional pizza, and impressive historical ruins, situated on the Mediterranean coast under the shadow of the magnificent Mount Vesuvius. After our tour, guests who wish can join an additional Grand Pompeii Tour. (70 Euro) You will embark on a deep journey into the Ancient Roman era at this archaeological site in the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC and brought back to light after thousands of years, featuring remarkably well-preserved remains of settlements and daily life. Then, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Naples – Istanbul
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, you will have free time until the time set by our guide. Guests who wish can join the extra Sorrento Grand Town tour (50 Euro). Sorrento is a charming coastal town located in southern Italy, on the shores of the Bay of Naples. Known as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is famous for its stunning sea views, historic buildings, and lemon groves. Its narrow stone streets, traditional Italian architecture, and small boutique shops make it a magnet for visitors. We highly recommend not missing this tour. After our tour, transfer to Naples Airport. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1880 at 19:35. Arrival at 23:50 local time and end of our tour.
What's Included
- Airline tickets for Istanbul – Milan / Naples – Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
- Airport taxes
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers
- 7 Nights – 8 Days bed & breakfast accommodation in 3* / 4* hotels
- City tours of Milan, Verona, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome, and Naples
- Professional Turkish-speaking guide service
Not Included
- Visa Fee
- Exit Tax
- Travel Health Insurance
- Any service not explicitly included in the package price
- Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
- Extra tours and personal expenses
- Tourist City Taxes + Vaporetto Fee (50 Euro) – This will be collected by your guide on the first day of the tour.
General Information
Extra Tour Package: 430 Euro instead of 390 Euro
- Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) (75 Euro)
- Magnificent Gondola Ride in Venice Canals (40 Euro)
- Magnificent Tuscan Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) (110 Euro)
- Magnificent Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican (85 Euro)
- Magnificent Pompeii Tour (70 Euro)
- Magnificent Sorrento Town (50 Euro)
(Children aged 0 – 10 receive a 50% discount on the non-discounted price)
Accommodation Notes:
- Venice accommodation will be carried out in Vicenza, Mestre, Treviso, Padova, and Lido de Jesolo areas.
- Florence accommodation will be carried out in the Montecatini region.
Important Notes:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months covering the minimum tour duration is required for this tour.
- Atlas International acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol.
- During registration, the name, date of birth, and passport number appearing on the passport must be entered into the system. Flight tickets are issued based on this information. Any flight ticket cancellations or changes resulting from incorrect information will be charged to the guests as no-show fees.
- The city where the plane lands may vary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for time changes made by airlines or any potential delays.
- In group tickets, airline rules apply; according to group ticket regulations, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight also cannot be used.
- For most flights departing from Turkey, checked baggage weight is 20 kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights within the visited countries, this weight may drop to 15 kg. Rules regarding excess baggage weight/fees are determined by the airlines and are not under the responsibility of Atlas International.
- If there are insufficient participants for the package tour, cancellation will be communicated to the consumer 20 days in advance.
- The tour route specified in the program is an example route, and changes may occur in the actual tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city. Sightseeing listed in the programs may be carried out on different days than specified due to the guide's discretion or any other reason.
- City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city.
- Sightseeing listed in the programs may be carried out on different days than specified due to the guide's discretion or any other reason.
- Extra tours can only be conducted with a minimum participation of 20 people. If participation is lower, they may be conducted at the guide's discretion and, if necessary, with adjusted prices. Atlas International cannot be held responsible if these tours or excursions cannot be carried out.
- Extra tours along the route will take place if at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be waited for at the stop location.
- Tours or excursions that are not permitted by local authorities for any reason will not be conducted. Atlas International cannot be held responsible if these tours or excursions cannot be carried out.
- Entrance fees for museums and historical sites are not included in the prices.
- Atlas International reserves the right to change hotel names, provided the star category remains the same.
- All hotel names mentioned in the programs, etc., are written as examples to indicate star category and distance. Staying at the named hotels is not guaranteed.
- Triple rooms have an extra bed arrangement; the third bed is smaller than a standard bed and/or is an additional foldable/collapsible bed.
- If children under 18 years old (not considered adults) do not participate in the tour with one or both parents, it is mandatory for them to carry the required consent letters during travel.
- In case of cancellation or changes, the "Atlas International Sales Contract" applies.
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