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Rome, Florence, and Venice

7-day escorted Italy rail tour: Rome, Florence, and Venice

Illustration of Rome, Florence, and Venice

Railbookers runs this 7-day, 6-night escorted rail tour across Italy, starting in Rome and ending in Venice, with two nights spent in each city. Day 1 in Rome is at leisure, with the Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps within reach on foot, before a small-group tour of the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel the next day. A train carries travelers to Florence for two nights that include a skip-the-line tour of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries, with works by Botticelli, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. The final leg is a train to Venice, where an included gondola ride and skip-the-line access to the Doge's Palace anchor two more nights along the canals and St. Mark's Square. With guided tours built into every city and only standard-class train travel between them, this suits travelers who want a fixed, well-organized route through Italy's three major cities without arranging the sightseeing themselves.

What to know before you look closer

  • The evidence pack lists no specific departure dates for this trip; confirm availability with Railbookers.
  • Day 1 in Rome is 'at leisure' with no guided activity until day 2's small-group Vatican tour, so plan on some independent time even though the trip is billed as escorted.

Day by day

  1. Day 1overnight: Rome

    Your Journey Begins in Rome

    Welcome to Rome! Make your way to your hotel and check-in for a two-night stay. The rest of the day is yours at leisure – the perfect opportunity to stroll through the city and visit some of the key spots! Why not head over to Trevi fountain at a chance for some good luck, followed by a walk around the Pantheon and across to the Spanish Steps. End your first day with a taste of one of Rome’s specialties – Cacio E Pepe! (Overnight in Rome)

  2. Day 2overnight: Rome

    Rome

    Spend a full day in Rome exploring all the must-see sites! Begin with a small group tour of the Vatican Museums, St Peter's Basilica, and the Sistine Chapel. During your visit to the Vatican Museums, you will have the opportunity to learn about the great artists who helped embellish one of the most fascinating sovereign states in the world. Enter the Sistine Chapel and lift your head up to the world's most famous and admired ceiling​​​​​​. Following a break for lunch, join your small group tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum. Your expert guide will detail the stories of the famous "Roman Games" and gladiators that battled within. After a full day of the best Rome has to offer, return to your hotel for your last night in Rome. (Overnight in Rome)

    Meals: B

  3. Day 3railovernight: Florence

    Rome to Florence

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and make your way to the train station for your journey to Florence. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and enjoy a two-night stay. Visit the Duomo Basilica and marvel at its beautiful frescoes and spectacular dome that dominates the city's skyline. Why not visit the museums housed at the Pitti Palace or take a stroll around the charming Boboli Gardens? Or you may wish to soak up the local architecture and visit some of the city's iconic churches, such as Santa Maria Novella and Santa Croce. (Overnight in Florence)

    Meals: B

  4. Day 4overnight: Florence

    Florence

    Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before a full day of exploring Florence. In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries with skip-the-line access. Admire works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and Leonardo da Vinci, and immerse yourself in the rich artistic heritage of the Renaissance. (Overnight in Florence)

    Meals: B

  5. Day 5railovernight: Venice

    Florence to Venice

    Check out of your hotel after breakfast and catch the train to Venice. Upon arrival in Venice, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay before setting out to acquaint yourself with the classic Italian city. Stroll down the banks of the shimmering canals and discover the magnificent architecture that lines the cobbled streets and square. Enjoy one of the most iconic attractions in Venice, a scenic gondola ride through the canals. Come the evening, relax at an outdoor trattoria by the sparkling lagoon, or why not head to Harry's Bar to try a delectable Bellini in the cocktail's birthplace. (Overnight in Venice)

    Meals: B

  6. Day 6overnight: Venice

    Venice

    Spend a full day exploring Venice today. Avoid the long queues for one of Venice's most popular monuments, the Doge's Palace, with your skip-the-line ticket. Both the external facade and the numerous masterpieces inside are sights to behold. After you're finished, continue exploring St. Mark's Square, and make the most of your final evening in Italy. (Overnight in Venice)

    Meals: B

  7. Day 7rail

    Your Journey Ends in Venice

    After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and continue with your travels. If you wish to extend your journey, perhaps with an additional day in a different city, one of our Rail Consultants will be happy to assist you with the details.

    Meals: B

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 2Join a small-group tour of the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
  • Day 4Take a guided, skip-the-line tour of the Accademia and Uffizi Galleries to see works by Botticelli, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.
  • Day 5Take the train to Venice, then enjoy an included gondola ride along the canals.
  • Day 6Visit the Doge's Palace on a skip-the-line ticket, then explore St. Mark's Square.

Included

  • Rail travel in standard class throughout 2 nights’ hotel accommodation with breakfast in Rome 2 nights’ hotel accommodation with breakfast in Florence 2 nights’ hotel accommodation with breakfast in Venice Hop-on, Hop-off tour in Rome Full Day Small Group Tour of Rome with the Roman Forum Colosseum and Vatican Museums Florence Museums Tour - Skip the Line Accademia + Uffizi Masterclass Gondola ride in Venice Skip-the-line tickets for the Doge’s Palace in Venice

Questions travellers ask

Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes rail travel in standard class throughout, with trains from Rome to Florence and from Florence to Venice.
What guided tours are included?
A hop-on hop-off tour and a full-day small-group tour of the Roman Forum, Colosseum and Vatican Museums in Rome; a skip-the-line Accademia and Uffizi Galleries tour in Florence; and a gondola ride plus skip-the-line Doge's Palace tickets in Venice.
Where do travelers stay?
2 nights of hotel accommodation with breakfast in each of Rome, Florence and Venice.
Is the gondola ride included?
Yes, a gondola ride in Venice is included in the package.
Is it guided or independent?
This is billed as an escorted tour, though day 1 in Rome is described as 'at leisure' before the guided touring begins on day 2.

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