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Italian Velvet: Florence, Bologna, Verona & Venice Experience
Duration: 8 Days / 7 Nights
Tour Type: Escorted Cultural Tour
Destinations: Florence, Bologna, Verona, Padova, Venice, Murano, Burano, Torcello
Price From: €900 per person
Experience the Elegance of Italian Velvet
The Italian Velvet tour is a refined journey through some of Italy’s most elegant and culturally rich destinations. From the Renaissance beauty of Florence to the culinary capital of Bologna, the romantic charm of Verona, and the magical canals of Venice, this tour captures the true essence of Italy.
This itinerary is designed for travelers who want a perfect balance of art, history, gastronomy and authentic Italian lifestyle experiences, including wine tasting, guided city tours, Venetian islands and traditional cuisine.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance
- Visit Piazza del Duomo and Ponte Vecchio
- Discover Bologna, Italy’s food capital
- Learn traditional tortellini cooking techniques
- Walk through romantic Verona and Juliet’s House
- Visit the Arena di Verona (exterior)
- Wine tasting in Veneto region
- Explore Venice with a guided walking tour
- Visit St. Mark’s Basilica
- Excursion to Murano, Burano & Torcello islands
- Watch traditional Murano glass making
- Enjoy Venetian aperitivo in a Bacaro
Why Choose Italian Velvet?
This tour offers a unique combination of art, culture and lifestyle. Florence represents Renaissance genius, Bologna represents Italian gastronomy, Verona represents romance, and Venice represents timeless beauty. Together they form one of the most complete Northern Italy experiences.
Day 1 – Arrival in Florence
Arrival in Florence, hotel check-in and free time. Visit Piazzale Michelangelo for panoramic views. Welcome dinner featuring Tuscan cuisine.
Day 2 – Florence City Tour
Guided walking tour including Piazza del Duomo, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Baptistery of San Giovanni, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and Uffizi exterior. Afternoon free for optional Leonardo da Vinci Museum visit.
Day 3 – Florence to Bologna
Transfer to Bologna. Guided city tour of historic center, arcades, Piazza Maggiore and medieval streets. Optional cooking class preparing traditional tortellini with tasting.
Day 4 – Bologna to Verona
Arrival in Verona. Free time followed by guided tour including Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, Scaliger Tombs, Juliet’s House and Arena (exterior).
Day 5 – Verona Leisure Day
Free day in Verona for shopping, walking and optional wine tasting experience featuring Veneto wines and local specialties.
Day 6 – Verona to Venice via Padova
Stop in Padova, city of Saint Anthony and one of Europe’s oldest universities. Continue to Venice for hotel check-in and guided walking tour including St. Mark’s Basilica.
Day 7 – Venetian Islands Experience
Boat excursion to Murano, Burano and Torcello. Watch Murano glass craftsmanship and explore colorful Burano. Enjoy Venetian aperitivo in a traditional Bacaro. Optional gondola ride available.
Day 8 – Departure
Breakfast, free time and departure. End of services.
Included in the Tour
- 7 nights accommodation in 4★ / 4★ Superior hotels
- Daily breakfast
- 4 dinners included
- 2 lunches included
- 1 Venetian aperitivo in Bacaro
- Wine tasting experience in Veneto region
- Guided tours of Florence, Bologna, Verona and Venice
- Entrance to Basilica of San Marco
- Visit to Murano glass workshop
- Italian cultural experiences and excursions
Ideal For
Perfect for couples, culture lovers, first-time Italy visitors, food and wine enthusiasts and travelers seeking a stylish and elegant Italian experience.
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