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Best of Italy: 1 Week

Venice, Florence, and Rome by train in seven days, self-guided

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Euroventure's Best of Italy is a seven-day self-guided rail tour linking Venice, Florence, and Rome. You travel by train between the three cities, staying two nights in each. Accommodation is in top-rated central hotels or hostels, and Euroventure includes all train tickets, seat reservations, station-to-accommodation directions, and a personalised travel pack with local recommendations and language guides. Each city offers distinct appeal: Venice gives you the Grand Canal and St Mark's Square; Florence showcases Michelangelo's David and Renaissance architecture; Rome presents the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Vatican. This itinerary suits independent travellers who want structure without a group guide, history enthusiasts exploring Italian art and archaeology, and budget-conscious visitors who can choose between hostel and hotel accommodation. You receive 24-hour emergency phone support throughout your journey.

What to know before you look closer

  • The from-price of GBP 609 covers the package; flight to and from the UK is not included and is arranged separately.
  • Accommodation options include both hostels and hotels; your final tier depends on which you select.
  • This is a self-guided tour; there is no daily tour guide or group activities, though a personalised travel pack and emergency phone support are provided.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Venice

    Venice (2 nights)

    Cross St Mark's Square, get lost in the alleyways and canals, and ride the vaporetto down the Grand Canal.

  2. Day 3railovernight: Florence

    Venice to Florence (2 nights)

    Train to Florence (about 2.5 hours). See Michelangelo's statue of David, explore Renaissance chapels and churches, and try local gelato.

  3. Day 5railovernight: Rome

    Florence to Rome (2 nights)

    Train to Rome (about 2 hours). Marvel at the Roman Forum, see the Colosseum, and visit the Vatican, home to St Peter's Basilica.

  4. Day 7

    Depart from Rome

    Trip concludes in Rome. The quickest way to and from the UK is a flight; the route can be customised into a loop from London or elsewhere in mainland Europe.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1In Venice, ride the vaporetto down the Grand Canal and cross St Mark's Square.
  • Day 3In Florence, see Michelangelo's statue of David and explore Renaissance chapels.

Included

  • Train tickets from the first to the last city on the route, as shown on the map
  • All possible seat reservations, not just the compulsory ones
  • Accommodation in top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels, tested by us
  • Walking or public transport directions between the stations and your booked accommodation
  • Travel Disruption Protection - alternative travel if there is a strike or similar disruption
  • 24hr emergency phone number to use while you're away
  • A personalised travel pack with travel times, accommodation information, directions, language guides and things to see and do in each location
  • Exclusive discounts on attractions across Europe
  • 1GB of free data, with the option to add more anytime with eSIM

Questions travellers ask

Are train tickets included?
Yes. Euroventure includes all train tickets between Venice, Florence, and Rome, plus all seat reservations.
Is this trip guided or self-guided?
Self-guided. You travel independently and set your own pace in each city. Euroventure provides a personalised travel pack with directions, accommodation details, and local information, plus 24-hour emergency phone support.
What is included in the accommodation?
Top-rated, centrally located hostels or hotels (your choice of tier), plus walking or public transport directions from the station to your accommodation.
How long are the train journeys?
Venice to Florence is about 2.5 hours by train. Florence to Rome is about 2 hours by train.
What else is included?
A personalised travel pack with travel times, language guides, and things to see and do; exclusive discounts on European attractions; 1GB of free data via eSIM; and Travel Disruption Protection for strikes or similar events.
How many nights are spent in each city?
Two nights in Venice, two nights in Florence, and two nights in Rome.

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