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Italian Escapade

3 Nights Naples, 2 Nights Rome, 3 Nights Florence & 2 Nights Venice

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Italian Escapade

11 Days - Land Only

3 Nights Naples, 2 Nights Rome, 3 Nights Florence & 2 Nights Venice

TOUR OVERVIEW

Experience the Italian city by the bay of Naples where you will visit Pompeii to see the ruins of the ancient metropolis destroyed by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. You will continue by train to the capital of Italy - Rome where you will explore the treasures of the Vatican, including St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Square. Continue by train to Florence where you will experience a walking tour of the city called the "cradle of Renaissance" and a visit to the famous Duomo. Enjoy the city by the Grand Canal Venice and its architecture and the Bridge of Sighs. Relax on your gondola ride on the Grand Canal as a day of leisure or visit the islands of the Venetian lagoon.

Itinerary

ITALIAN ESCAPADE starts in Naples daily.

  • DAY 1

    SORRENTO

    Upon arrival in Naples, you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Sorrento. The rest of the day is at leisure. A Homeric Tours representative will contact you to set up your orientation meeting.

  • DAY 2

    SORRENTO

    In the morning you will be transferred to Pompeii for a visit of the ruins of the ancient metropolis destroyed by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 3

    SORRENTO

    Day at leisure to enjoy an optional drive along the Amalfi Coast, including stops in Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 4

    SORRENTO / NAPLES / ROME

    A morning transfer to the Naples train station. The ride takes you from Naples to the Eternal City.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 5

    ROME

    Today is spent at leisure with a choice of optional activities. You might visit the famous Colosseum and Forum Romanum, or taste wine in nearby wineries located in the Roman Hills. You can also take part in the pasta cooking class.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 6

    ROME / FLORENCE

    After breakfast, you will be transferred to the train station for a high-speed train ride to Florence. After you check in, you will experience a walking tour of the city called the “cradle of Renaissance” with a visit to the famous Duomo and a walk along the Ponte Vecchio.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 7 & 8

    FLORENCE

    You will have two days to enjoy the city of Florence with a possible visit to the Accademia, home of the fabulous David, but also to journey into to the Tuscany region. Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano and Chianti are only a short drive away. So you do not have to choose between art and wine, you can taste both.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 9

    FLORENCE / VENICE

    A train ride takes you north to the city by the Grand Canal Venice. An afternoon walking tour reveals the history and architecture of the city, as you visit San Marco’s square and the Bridge of Sighs, among other landmarks.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 10

    VENICE

    Your last day of this Italian escapade is yours to plan in Venice. You can cross off “take a gondola ride on the Grand Canal” from your list or visit the islands of the Venetian lagoon, Murano and Burano to see a “glass-blowing” demonstration.
    Breakfast Included

  • DAY 11

    VENICE

    After breakfast, transfer to the airport for a return flight home.
    Breakfast Included

Package Includes

  • 3-night hotel accommodation in Sorrento
  • 2-night hotel accommodation in Rome
  • 3-night hotel accommodation in Florence
  • 2-night hotel accommodation in Venice
  •  Tour of Pompeii
  •  Tour of the Vatican City incl. St. Peter’s Basilica
    and Sistine Chapel
  • Sightseeing tour of Florence
  • Sightseeing tour of Venice
  • Breakfast Daily
  • Orientation meeting by a Homeric Representative
  • All transfers as per itinerary
  • 1st class train transportation between Naples, Rome, Florence and Venice
  • Hotel taxes and service charges
  • Porterage of one suitcase per person
  • 24/7 support from a Homeric Representative
  • USTOA $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program

 

Dates & Prices

ITALIAN ESCAPADE - DOUBLE PRICES

SorrentoGardeniaCentral Wellness
RomeMarcella RoyalHotel Dei Mellini
FlorenceExecutiveBerchielli
VeniceSan CassianoAvani Rio Novo
APR 1 - 30, 2026$2,790$3,230
MAY 1 - 9, 2026$2,790$3,320
MAY 10 - JUN 20, 2026$2,740$3,320
JUN 21 - JUL 10, 2026$2,740$3,230
JUL 11 - 31, 2026$2,740$2,850
AUG 1 - 25, 2026$2,350$2,750
AUG 26 - 31, 2026$2,350$3,320
SEP 1 - OCT 3, 2026$2,790$3,320
OCT 4 - NOV 2, 2026$2,740$3,230
NOV 3 - DEC 03, 2026$1,790N/A

ITALIAN ESCAPADE - SINGLE PRICES

SorrentoGardeniaCentral Wellness
RomeMarcella RoyalHotel Dei Mellini
FlorenceExecutiveBerchielli
VeniceSan CassianoAvani Rio Novo
APR 1 - 30, 2026$4,938$5,188
MAY 1 - 9, 2026$4,938$5,411
MAY 10 - JUN 20, 2026$4,694$5,411
JUN 21 - JUL 10, 2026$4,694$5,231
JUL 11 - 31, 2026$4,124$4,686
AUG 1 - AUG 25, 2026$3,858$4,480
AUG 26 - 31, 2026$3,858$5,411
SEP 1 - OCT 3, 2026$4,938$5,411
OCT 4 - NOV 2, 2026$4,694$5,231
NOV 3 - DEC 3, 2026$2,784N/A

HOTELS

Rome

Hotel Dei Mellini★ ★ ★ ★
Ideally situated on a quiet street just two blocks from the Tiber River, the Hotel dei Mellini offers guests intimate service and distinctive accommodations. A cosmopolitan feel and a refined atmosphere provide a warm and welcoming home in the heart of Rome. Close to the Lepanto Metro station, the dei Mellini is a fifteen minute walk from both Vatican City and the Spanish Steps.

Florence

Executive Hotel★ ★ ★ ★
The Executive Hotel in Florence is a luxury 4 star hotel in the historical centre of Florence, just 300 m from Florence's Opera House, Teatro Comunale Florence. Both Santa Maria Novella Railway Station and Ponte Vecchio are 10 minutes' walk away, The Hotel enjoys a superb location next to the River Arno. The building was originally constructed in the 18th century by the architect Poggi. The edifice which holds the hotel is made up of two buildings from different periods in the XIX century. The neoclassical loggia was once the Terrazzino Reale sul Prato; a royal stand made of wood assembled for the grand duke of Lorena. Buffet Breakfast is Included. All rooms have private air-conditioning, mini-bar, electronic safety box, hairdryer, Digital TV. Some of the rooms have a private terrace. Bar Lounge and Room Service are available.
  • Hotel Address:Via Curtatone, 5 Florence 50123 Italyl
    Phone:+39 055 217451, Fax:+39 055 268346,

Rome

Marcella Royal****
Set in a Neo-Renaissance building near the Via XX Settembre district, this polished hotel is 8 minutes on foot from the nearest metro station, and a 13-minute walk from both Villa Borghese and trendy Via Vittorio Veneto. Bright, individually decorated rooms come with Wi-Fi, satellite TV and minibars. Upgrades add extra space, and there's also an elegant suite with a sitting area and a whirlpool tub. Room service is available. Breakfast is served on a rooftop terrace with an indoor and an outdoor dining area, and there's a relaxed cocktail bar.
  • Hotel Address:Via Flavia, 106/106, 00187 Roma RM, Italy
    Phone:+39 06 4201 4591,

Sorrento

Gardenia Hotel****
Set a 9-minute walk from Museum Correale, this simple hotel is also a 13-minute walk from Piazza Tasso, the city's central square. The casual rooms provide Wi-Fi (fee), satellite TV and minibars, as well as balconies. Complimentary buffet breakfast is provided. The hotel also features a casual restaurant, a lounge/bar and a seasonal outdoor pool, as well as a terrace and an exercise room. Parking is available for a fee.
  • Hotel Address:Corso Italia, 258, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy
    Phone: +39 081 877 2365,

Florence

Berchielli *****
Set in a 19th-century building, this upscale hotel is a 4-minute walk from the Uffizi Gallery and 300 meters from the Ponte Vecchio bridge. The refined rooms come with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars and desks, plus marble bathrooms. Upgraded rooms add Arno river views. Room service is on offer. The hotel serves a breakfast buffet in an elegant dining room.
  • Hotel Address:Lungarno degli Acciaiuoli, 14, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
    Phone: +39 055 264061 ,

Sorrento

Central Wellness****
This informal hotel is a 9-minute walk from Museum Correale, a 16-minute walk from Sorrento Cathedral and 2 km from Villa Comunale park. Modest rooms provide Wi-Fi access, satellite TV and minibars, as well as en suite bathrooms and air-conditioning. Some have balconies. Amenities include a 24-hour bar, an outdoor pool and a restaurant, plus a gym and a terrace. There's also a spa offering massages and beauty treatments, as well as a hammam and a hot tub. Parking and shuttle service to the train station are available, as is breakfast.
  • Hotel Address:Corso Italia, 254, 80067 Sorrento NA, Italy
    Phone:+39 081 878 1646 ,

Venice

Hotel San Cassiano****
Set in a 14th-century building and former residence of the painter Giacomo Favretto, this luxe hotel is a 2-minute walk from a vaporetto stop, an 8-minute walk from the Rialto Bridge and a 15-minute walk from Piazza San Marco. The elegant rooms with refined Venetian furnishings offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Some have Murano glass chandeliers. Upgraded rooms add opulent decor, sitting areas and/or canal views. A breakfast buffet is served in an upscale dining hall that has a terrace overlooking a canal. There's also a plush bar/lounge and a cozy courtyard.
  • Hotel Address: Santa Croce, 2232, 30135 Venezia VE, Italy
    Phone: +39 041 524 1768,

Venice

Avani Rio Novo****
In a striking 1950s building along a canal, this casual hotel with a modern vibe is a 7-minute walk from a vaporetto stop and 5 km from Piazza San Marco, a bustling central square beside the iconic Saint Mark's Basilica. Featuring canal or city views, the bright, relaxed rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars. Upgraded rooms add tea and coffeemakers, and/or sofabeds. Family rooms sleep up to 6 guests. There’s an airy, contemporary restaurant/bar. Other amenities include a garden, a gym and multiple meeting rooms.
  • Hotel Address:Calle Larga Ragusei, 3489/E-C, 30123 Venezia VE, Italy
    Phone:+39 041 275 3511,

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Important Tour Info

TRAVEL INSURANCE

Prepare for the Unexpected

Homeric Tours highly recommends that all our passengers purchase travel insurance. We offer a cost-effective, comprehensive insurance plan that protects you in cases such as having to cancel your trip for medical reasons, leaving your trip early due to an emergency, getting reimbursed in case your baggage arrives late, and so on.

We offer two separate plans: one for passengers who purchase only air tickets from us and the other for passengers who purchase land-only services (hotels, cruises, transfers, etc.) or land-and-air packages.

TRAVEL TIPS – ITALY

ITALY

PASSPORT/VISA: (It is recommended that your passport have at least six months of validity whenever you travel abroad to avoid unintended travel disruptions. Because rules and regulations frequently change, please inquire about passports validity and visas from the consulate of the foreign country you will visit. It is recommended that your passport have at least six months of validity whenever you travel abroad to avoid unintended travel disruptions. Participants that hold a valid U.S. passport do not require visas. If you hold a passport of a foreign country, contact the Italian Consulate in your area for information on whether or not you need a visa.) 
CURRENCY: (The unit of currency is the Euro. Coinage is available in denominations of 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents with 1 and 2 Euros. Bank notes come in units of 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 Euros. We suggest you exchange your money in a bank, as opposed to the hotel, in order to get the best exchange rate. Banks are open from 8am to 1:30pm and 3:00-4:00pm from Monday to Friday.) 
ELECTRICAL CURRENT: (The voltage may vary from 125 to 220 in the cities. It is best to travel with dual current appliances with plug adapters.) 
TIME: (Italy is six hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Daylight Savings Time is in effect from the end of March to the end of September.) 
TELEPHONES: (Public telephones are plentiful and are considerably less costly than hotel telephones. They use coins or a phone card purchasable in values of 5,000 or 10,000 lire at the post office, bars, tobacco shops and some kiosks. Direct dialing is also possible for continental and intercontinental communications. You may also access AT&T by dialing 721011, MCI by dialing 1721022 or US Sprint by dialing 1721877.) 
MUSEUMS: (Museums are generally open 9am-1:00-2:00pm and closed on Mondays, although hours vary.) 
TIPPING: (A service charge of 15% is added to all restaurant bills. It is customary to leave a small tip for good service as follows: Waiters: 5-10% of check; Cafes/Bars: 15% at a table, if not included on bill; 200 Lire at a counter or espresso bar; 500 Lire at a counter or alcoholic bar; Taxis: 10%; Guides/Drivers: 15% of cost of tour.)

PACKAGE RULES – ITALIAN ESCAPADE

  • Additional nights in Naples & Venice are available upon request.
  • City taxes are not included and must be paid directly at the hotels.
  • Hotels featured above may be substituted according to the availability.
  • * Prices are per person, based on double/triple occupancy.
  • Homeric Tours can provide competitive airfares from USA in conjuction with your tour request.

 

BOOKING INFO – ITALIAN ESCAPADE

Extensions to Milan, Palermo, Athens, Mykonos, Paris, Dubrovnik, Jerusalem, Cairo & Istanbul on pages 22 - 24
Homeric Tours will provide affordable airfare from USA in conjuction with the tour upon request.

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