Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. Come the evening, be sure to visit the Trevi Fountain and throw in a coin or two. the architecture is quite spectacular when lit up at night. (Overnight in Rome) 

Today after breakfast, you'll be picked up your hotel in the early morning for a small group tour. First, tour the Vatican Museum and marvel at the ornate ceiling of the Sistine Chapel before discovering the rest of the "Eternal City." the afternoon is yours to continue exploring Rome, Europe's largest open-air museum. Shrouded in legend, Rome is home to hundreds of ancient artifacts, architecture, beautiful churches, and Basilicas such as St Peter's and St Martin's. (Overnight in Rome) B 

Your final day in Rome includes an exclusive small-group tour of the Colosseum, including access to the arena floor where the gladiators once stood, previously not available to the public. Afterwards, walk around the Roman Forum and enjoy the fantastic view from the top of Palatine Hill. (Overnight in Rome) B 

Enjoy breakfast and then take a relaxing hour and a half train from Rome to Florence. On arrival in Florence, make your way to your hotel and check in for a three-night stay. Once you get your bearings, start exploring this beautiful and historic city. Enjoy your included skip-the-line tickets at of the famous Uffizi Gallery. After dinner at one of the many fine restaurants in the area, enjoy a Florentine gelato, considered by many to be the best in the world. (Overnight in Florence) B 

After breakfast this morning, head over to the Accademia Gallery with your skip-the-line tickets, and see Michelangelo's famous Statue of David, along with many other masterpieces housed throughout the museum. This afternoon, you'll participate in learning a true Italian tradition in your included cooking class. Guided by your chef, you'll learn how to make authentic Tuscan cuisine and enjoy the fruits of your labor for dinner with a glass of wine. (Overnight in Florence) B 

Your full-day excursion through Tuscany begins with a tour of Pisa, admiring the famous Tower of Pisa. Afterwards, drive to a rustic winery in Chianti and enjoy a delicious Tuscan lunch and wine tasting. Your afternoon includes strolling through the medieval village of San Gimignano and the cobblestone streets of Siena before returning to Florence in the evening. (Overnight in Florence) B L 

Following breakfast, take a two-hour train ride to picture-postcard perfect Venice. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a two-night stay. Art lovers should venture to the Gallerie dell' Accademia, home to one of the finest art collections in Europe. Watch the world go by with a coffee in the iconic St Mark's Square before discovering attractions such as the Campanile and the Clock Tower. In the early evening, take a 30-minute gondola ride along the iconic canals. (Overnight in Venice) B 

Have breakfast in the morning before embarking on a boat ride to the nearby islands of Murano, Burano, and Torcello on a guided tour, including a visit to a glass-blowing factory. Later, stroll down the banks of the shimmering canals and discover the magnificent architecture that lines the cobbled streets and square. 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) B 

The final day of your vacation is yours to cross anything left on your Venetian bucket list! Why not wander through the winding streets and alleys, admiring the beautiful architecture? There are many hidden gems to discover, from small art galleries and traditional mask makers to quaint cafes and gelato shops. (Overnight in Venice) B 

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