Grand Tour of Italy
In Italy, you can travel through thousands of years of history to witness some of humankind’s most transformative moments.
Ancient Roman advances in engineering made the Colosseum possible. At the Duomo in Renaissance Florence, the world took its first steps out of the Dark Ages. And Venice’s Grand Canal was at the heart of one of the world’s great naval powers.Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 19, April 3-8, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.
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Day 1
Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take an expertly guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 4: Sorrento Region
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Capri
Enjoy stunning views of the Amalfi coastline as you ferry across the Bay of Naples to Capri, where a guided tour will introduce you to the island’s timeless charm. Then, enjoy free time before taking in Capris spectacular coast by boat. Note: If weather conditions do not permit a cruise, you will explore the towns of Capri and Anacapri with your guide.
Enjoy a boat cruise
Continue on to the Sorrento region
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Day 5: Assisi
Continue on to Assisi
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Visit the Pompeii Roman Ruins
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Day 6: Assisi
Take a guided tour of Assisi
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Travel to Florence
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Day 7: Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 8: Venice
Travel to Venice
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Day 9: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Day 1
Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Rome
Meet your Tour Director at the airport
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Day 3: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
Visit the Sistine Chapel
Visit St. Peter’s Basilica
Take an expertly guided tour of Rome
Visit the Colosseum
Visit the Roman Forum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
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Day 4: Sorrento Region
Time to explore on your own or
Add this in-depth excursion:
Capri
Enjoy stunning views of the Amalfi coastline as you ferry across the Bay of Naples to Capri, where a guided tour will introduce you to the island’s timeless charm. Then, enjoy free time before taking in Capris spectacular coast by boat. Note: If weather conditions do not permit a cruise, you will explore the towns of Capri and Anacapri with your guide.
Enjoy a boat cruise
Continue on to the Sorrento region
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Day 5: Assisi
Continue on to Assisi
Take a guided tour of Pompeii
Visit the Pompeii Roman Ruins
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Day 6: Assisi
Take a guided tour of Assisi
Visit the Basilica of St. Francis
Travel to Florence
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Day 7: Florence
Take a guided tour of Florence
With your expert local guide you will see:- Piazza della Signoria
- Ponte Vecchio
- Chiesa di Santa Croce
- Gates of Paradise
Visit the Duomo
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 8: Venice
Travel to Venice
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Day 9: Venice
Take a guided tour of Venice
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Visit the Doge's Palace
See a glass-blowing demonstration
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Day 10: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
8 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
European breakfast and dinner daily (lunch or dinner on day 9)
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Guided sightseeing
5 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (8 with extension)
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Entrances
Venice Gondola Ride; Burano Island; Basilica of St. Francis; Pompeii Roman Ruins; food-themed walking tour; (with extension: Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica; Ostia Antica)
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.