Magnificent Grand Italy Tour 7 Nights - With Thy On May 15 (Eid Al-Adha Special) (MXP-NAP)
Tour Program
Day 1: Istanbul – Milan
Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal 3 hours before departure. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart at 11:30 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1895 to Milan. Upon our arrival at 13:20 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us in the area. Milan, famous for its rich blend of historical and modern scenery, includes must-see sites such as 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, guests who wish may join the Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) Tour. (75 Euro) Our first stop is Como. Named after Lake Como, which is synonymous with the city, this place is one of the unique natural attractions that receives visitors from all over the world. In addition to its architectural beauty reflecting Gothic and Renaissance styles, Como also attracts attention with homes owned by world-famous names such as Madonna and George Clooney. After our tour, our second stop is Lugano. Lake Lugano is a breathtaking lake located in southern Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. This lake brings together both Swiss and Italian cultural and natural features. 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 the morning 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 fee) 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. Known for its blend of history, architecture, and literature that evokes aesthetic feelings, the city is famous for Shakespeare's renowned work "Romeo and Juliet"; the 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 and 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 with its canals and gondolas. In our city tour, St. Mark's Cathedral and Square, the Doge's Palace, the Grand Canal, the Rialto Bridge are among the places to see in Venice. After the tour, guests who wish may additionally join the Magnificent Venice Canals Gondola Tour. (40 Euro)In this tour we will conduct using 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 breakfast we will have at the hotel, we are heading to Florence. On the way, we will carry out our tour of Magnificent Bologna. (The Bologna tour is included in the tour fee.) Bologna is a historic settlement located in northern Italy, in the region between the Apennine Mountains, known for its cultural richness. During our city tour of this beautiful city, Piazza Maggiore Square, San Petronio Basilica, Palazzo Podestà and the Town Hall are among the places to be visited. After our tour, we will continue our journey towards Florence. Upon our arrival in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, our panoramic city tour begins. In Florence, a cultural, artistic and architectural jewel, our city tour includes the Duomo Church (Santa Maria Del Fiore), the Baptistery, the Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight 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 option. (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 renowned for its 14 high towers, a result of the struggle for wealth and prestige among city-states in the 14th century. With its narrow, labyrinth-like streets and historic buildings, it vividly makes visitors feel the traces of the past. In addition, this town, offering magnificent panoramic views, enchants with its artistic and cultural richness; its Gothic and Romanesque-style buildings, the historic square Piazza della Cisterna, and its enchanting frescoes make it a true treasure of history and art. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. 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 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 in the heart of Ancient Rome and once the site of religious, political, and social activities; the Victor Emmanuel II Monument (Vittoriano Emanuele); the Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi), famous in our country as the Fountain of Love; and the Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna). After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 6: Rome – Castel Gandolfo & Nemi – Vatican – Rome
After the morning breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish can join the extra Grand Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican Tour to be organized. (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. Then 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 is an attractive destination for both tourists and nature lovers with its historical ruins, narrow stone streets, and lovely lake views. 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 have the chance to shop at attractive prices. After the tour, we move to the famous St. Peter's Square in Vatican, considered the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, you will have free time to visit the basilica and the square. While walking around the square, the obelisk in the center and the columns surrounding the square will surely enchant you. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay.
Day 7: Rome – Naples
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, Naples is our next destination. This energetic port city in southern Italy, brimming with historical and cultural richness, has its own unique character along the Mediterranean coast, under the shadow of the magnificent Mount Vesuvius, with its lively markets, traditional pizza, and impressive historical ruins. After our tour, guests who wish can join the optional Grand Pompeii Tour. (70 Euro) In this archaeological site of the Ancient Roman city that was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC and unearthed thousands of years later, you will embark on a deep journey into the Ancient Roman period, where the remains of settlements and daily life are surprisingly well-preserved. Then, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8: Naples – Istanbul
After the breakfast provided at the hotel, you will have free time until the time set by our guide. Guests who wish can join the Sorrento Grand Town tour organized as an extra activity (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 architecture, and lemon groves. Its narrow stone streets, traditional Italian architecture, and small boutique shops make it a captivating destination for visitors. We highly recommend not missing this tour. After the tour, transfer to Naples Airport. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 20:45 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1880. Arrival at 00:05 local time marks the 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 accommodation with breakfast 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 historical site entrance fees
- Extra tours and personal expenses
General Information
Extra Tour Package: 390 Euro instead of 430 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 area.
Important Notes:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months is required to cover the minimum tour duration for this tour.
- Atlas International acts as an intermediary between the passenger and Atlas International airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955.
- 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 the airline companies or any possible delays.
- In group tickets, airline rules apply; according to the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight also cannot be used.
- The general checked baggage weight limit for flights departing from Turkey is 20kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights within the visited countries, this weight may drop to 15kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not under the responsibility of Atlas International.
- If there is insufficient participation for the package tour, the cancellation will be communicated to the consumer 20 days in advance.
- The tour route specified in the tour program is an example route, and changes may occur in the tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours may be carried out on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city. Tours specified in the programs may be conducted on a different day than specified due to the guide's discretion or any other reason.
- City sightseeing tours may be carried out on the following day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city.
- Tours specified in the programs may be conducted on a different day than specified due to the guide's discretion or any other reason.
- Extra tours can only be carried out with a minimum participation of 20 people. If participation is lower, they may be carried out at the guide's discretion and, if necessary, with adjusted prices. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the inability to conduct these tours or excursions.
- 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 rest stop.
- Tours or excursions that are not permitted by local authorities for any reason will not be conducted. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the inability to conduct these tours or excursions.
- Museum and historical site entrance fees 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 etc. specified in the programs are examples written to illustrate the star category and distance. It does not mean that accommodation will be made in the named hotels.
- In triple rooms, there is 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 of age (not considered adults) do not participate in the tour with one or both parents, it is mandatory for them to have the required consent letters with them during the travel.
- In case of cancellation or changes, the "Atlas International Sales Contract" applies.
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