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Italy's Best 2026
14 Day Tour from Rome to Rome
Tour Description:
With its magnificent architecture, beautiful landscapes, sumptuous cuisine, ancient ruins, and brilliant art, Italy is a country like no other. On this affordable Italy’s Best tour, you’ll experience all of this and more. The excursion to the spectacular Cinque Terre—five medieval seaside villages, is not to be missed. The area is noted for its natural beauty with terraces built into the mountainside on cliffs that drop down into the sea. Delight in the unique charm of the area and take in the breathtaking views. On your journey through Tuscany, watch the undulating hills, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages. More stunning scenery awaits at Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes. Located on the edge of the Swiss Alps, it’s the perfect place to relax and soak in the beauty. Briefly cross the border into Switzerland to Lugano, a lakeside town with a Mediterranean flair. In southern Italy, witness magnificent views of the crystal-clear, blue sea in the vibrant town of Sorrento, and enjoy a day trip to Capri where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. On this comprehensive Italy adventure, history comes alive. Visit Pompeii, buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This amazingly preserved archaeological site gives you a detailed insight into ordinary life at the peak of the Roman Empire. In Rome, during the city sightseeing tour with a local guide, see the main sights, as well as Vatican City with St Peter’s Basilica. In Genoa, boasting Europe’s largest medieval historical district, view the remains of the city’s 17th-century fortifications. Visit St Francis’ Basilica in Assisi, a medieval town set in the green Umbrian hills. Guided city sightseeing tours are planned in Rome, Florence, Assisi, and Genoa. Your visit to Venice includes a boat trip to St Mark’s square to see the maze of canals forming this unique romantic city. These are just some of the many highlights of this affordable tour of Italy!
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Dates & Pricing
| Saturday 28 Mar 26 — Saturday 11 Apr 26 | Starting at $3,369 |  SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 11 Apr 26 — Saturday 25 Apr 26 | Starting at $3,469 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 25 Apr 26 — Saturday 09 May 26 | Starting at $3,629 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 02 May 26 — Saturday 16 May 26 | Starting at $3,469 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 09 May 26 — Saturday 23 May 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 16 May 26 — Saturday 30 May 26 | Starting at $3,479 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 23 May 26 — Saturday 06 Jun 26 | Starting at $3,469 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 30 May 26 — Saturday 13 Jun 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 06 Jun 26 — Saturday 20 Jun 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 13 Jun 26 — Saturday 27 Jun 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 20 Jun 26 — Saturday 04 Jul 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 27 Jun 26 — Saturday 11 Jul 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 11 Jul 26 — Saturday 25 Jul 26 | Starting at $3,469 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 08 Aug 26 — Saturday 22 Aug 26 | Starting at $3,419 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 22 Aug 26 — Saturday 05 Sep 26 | Starting at $3,419 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 29 Aug 26 — Saturday 12 Sep 26 | Starting at $3,419 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 05 Sep 26 — Saturday 19 Sep 26 | Starting at $3,669 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 12 Sep 26 — Saturday 26 Sep 26 | Starting at $3,679 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 19 Sep 26 — Saturday 03 Oct 26 | Starting at $3,669 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 26 Sep 26 — Saturday 10 Oct 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 03 Oct 26 — Saturday 17 Oct 26 | Starting at $3,569 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 10 Oct 26 — Saturday 24 Oct 26 | Starting at $3,469 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 31 Oct 26 — Saturday 14 Nov 26 | Starting at $3,369 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Saturday 14 Nov 26 — Saturday 28 Nov 26 | Starting at $3,169 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
| Wednesday 23 Dec 26 — Wednesday 06 Jan 27 | Starting at $3,599 | SPECIAL | Get a Quote |
Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
Destination & Sightseeing
Destination & SightseeingThe world is within reach with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. Cosmos includes hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations—with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Cosmos Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, and private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi. And that's not all! Enjoy the Cinque Terre by train and reach Capri by ferry. Journey on a private boat along the Giudecca Canal to the centre of Venice. as well as a train ride La Spezia to Levanto and a boat to Capri and in the Venice canals. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your CosmosGO mobile app!Departure December 24 includes Christmas in lunch Rome and New Year’s festive dinner in Venice
Notes:
For operational reasons, schedule changes to the Rome program cannot be excluded.This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, and navigating stairs to board the Cinque Terre train; which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
For operational reasons, schedule changes to the Rome program cannot be excluded.This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, and navigating stairs to board the Cinque Terre train; which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital with the help of the CosmosGO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions
Day 2
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire.*
* For operational reasons, changes to the Rome program cannot be excluded
Day 3
Vistas of rolling hills, rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa and take a mini-train ride to the Square of Miracles with the amazing Leaning Tower. Arrive in Montecatini. Everything tastes better in Tuscany! See for yourself with an optional culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside to indulge in authentic traditional dishes—with wine, of course!
Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440
Day 4
Today, enjoy an included excursion to Florence. Your Local Guide will show you the city highlights on the walking tour. You will see Piazza Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard and Loggia dei Lanzi. To top it all, marvel at the Piazza del Duomo and the Cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Doors of the Baptistry, known as the “Gates of Paradise.”
Today’s Distance: 81 mi/ 130 km
Day 5
Travel towards La Spezia, where you’ll hop aboard the train to discover some of the five spectacular Cinque Terre villages. The beauty of the rugged cliffs and romantic fishing villages once inspired poet Lord Byron. From Levanto, re-join the coach and head towards Genoa, birthplace of explorer Christopher Columbus.
Today’s Distance by coach: 149 mi/ 240 km
Day 6
Today’s included guided tour is an excellent introduction to Genoa. A maze of squares and alleys, the city grew around the port, a natural inlet, and boasts the largest medieval historical district in Europe. Next, head north into the plains of Lombardy, and stop in Milan to marvel at its magnificent Gothic Duomo. Then, continue to Lake Maggiore.
Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Day 7
Time to relax and get to know Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes, located on the very edge of Alpine Switzerland. On clear days, you can see the peaks of the Alps. Take advantage of the included excursion to visit Lugano in the Italian-speaking Swiss Canton Ticino.
Today’s Distance: 124 mi/ 200 km
Day 8
Travel across the fertile Po River plain. Stop in the romantic city of Verona for some time at leisure. Admire the Roman Arena, perfectly preserved and still hosting concerts and festivals during the summer, shop, or taste some of the excellent local wines. Continue to the Venice area. Do you believe in magic? An optional evening boat ride on Giudecca Canal, dinner in a local restaurant, and St. Mark’s square at night will remove all doubt!
Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km
Day 9
Venice is more like a romantic film set than a real-life city, with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation starts with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and is followed by time at leisure and a chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. O Sole Mio! Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you
Day 10
Enjoy an interesting drive southward right across the Po Delta, through the Emilia-Romagna region to Assisi, enclosed by ramparts and little changed since the Middle Ages. This is the town of the deeply mystical and poetic St. Francis. See the Basilica of St. Francis with its famous frescoes by Giotto, with history brought to life by a Local Guide. Overnight in Foligno, a town in the green heart of the Umbria region.
Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km
Day 11
Travel to Pompeii, where time stopped for the rich, aristocratic town with the terrible eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. On the included guided visit of the archaeological site, see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theatre, and forum. Carry on to Sorrento, set on a plateau above the waters of the Bay of Naples. Wander the winding streets lined with shops and stalls and relax absorbing the easy-going lifestyle of this charming resort.
Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Day 12
Enjoy a day trip to the legendary island, surrounded by a rocky coastline where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. The town with its pretty "piazzetta," maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and inviting restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. Explore on your own or take an optional island tour
Day 13
Today, enjoy time at leisure or step into a picture-perfect postcard with an optional excursion to Positano to be amazed at the Amalfi Coast as it follows the curves of the coastline, dotted with colorful clifftop villages. Return to Rome.
Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Day 14
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
Accommodations
Accommodations| Rome | Montecatini | Genoa | Lake Maggiore | Venice Area | Assisi Area | Sorrento Coast | Rome |
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Disclaimer: Prices listed are per person, based on double occupancy, and in USD. All promotions are valid for new bookings only, capacity controlled and valid on select dates and departures. Individual Terms and Conditions will apply to all promotions. Any promotion can be withdrawn at any time without notice. Please speak with your Pavlus Travel Planner for complete vendor terms and conditions, including eligible tour and cruise dates.
