$3,000 / $4,500

Itinerary

Day 1

Travel Day

Daily Activity Key:

  • Light: 1-2 miles of mostly level walking 
  • Moderate: 3-4 miles walking with some hills/stairs
  • Strenuous: 4+ miles walking with hills, stairs, and uneven terrain

Today is a long travel day; be as rested as possible before you head for the airport.  Know your itinerary – if any of your flights are delayed or canceled, contact the airline authorities ASAP to reschedule.

Walking: light.

Day 2

Welcome to Rome

We will begin with an orientation meeting at our hotel in Rome.  Following that meeting, become familiar with our neighborhood and its surroundings. After optional dinner, take an optional walk to the Trevi Fountain, the heart of iconic Rome.

Walking: light

Day 3

Ancient Rome

Today we will explore the center of Ancient Rome.  We start with visits to the Colosseum (extra cost to enter), the Roman Forum, and the Piazza del Campidoglio, before capping our day at the 2000-year- old Pantheon.

Walking: strenuous (watch out for unpaved streets of the Ancient Rome and the Roman Forum).

Day 4

Vatican City

In the morning, we will visit major sites of Christian Rome and then move on the Vatican City, including the Vatican Museum (extra cost; tickets must be pre-booked).

Walking: strenuous (especially around the Vatican City and in the Vatican Museum).

Day 5

Renaissance Florence

After an optional audience with the pope, we will take train to Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, we will become familiar with our neighborhood and its surroundings.  We will cap off the day with an Renaissance-themed walk through Florence.

Walking: moderate

Day 6

Historic Florence

Today, we will explore the Farmer’s Market followed by a walk through the historic center of Florence. Our stops may include Brunelleschi’s magnificent dome, Ghiberti’s Baptistery doors, and the Ponte Vecchio Bridge.

Walking: moderate.

Day 7

Free Day

Today is a free day; go back to the Farmer’s Market or take an optional trips to explore the Tuscan countryside, or shop at the Christmas Market.

Walking: You choose!

Day 8

Travel Day

Today is a travel day.  Know your flight itinerary – if any of your flights are delayed or canceled, contact the airline authorities ASAP.

Walking: light.

Itinerary specifics subject to change.

NOTE: consider adding Christmas Markets tour prior to authentic Italy trip (click here for details)

Explore authentic Italy!

Rome, the Eternal City, is ready for you!  Experience major sites reflecting the past glory of the Roman Empire, walk in the footsteps of apostles Peter and Paul, visit the earliest western centers of Christianity, and explore the Vatican City.  Step into the world of the Renaissance in Florence. Get your Christmas shopping done where markets are full of  Italian-made goods at a fraction of the cost and enjoy local Christmas markets. Learn the secrets of gelato, taste Italian coffee, and perhaps attend an audience with the pope. Consider customizable day trips to destinations such as Pisa, Siena, Naples, Amalfi Coast, Lucca, or Bologna (extra cost applies).

Date & Price

 

September 11 – 19, 2026 (FOODIE TOUR; Tuscany and Campania) – SOLD OUT

December 1 – 8, 2026 (CHRISTMAS TOUR) –  Sign Up Here

April 3 – 11, 2027 (FOODIE TOUR; Tuscany and Campania) – SOLD OUT 

April 10 – 17, 2027 (FOODIE TOUR; Tuscany and Campania) –  Sign Up Here

PRICE: $3,000 (Christmas Tour); $4,500 (Foodie Tour)

  • Our tours don’t include airfare
  • We are glad to assist with making your flight arrangements and airport transfers, if desired. Click here to let us know.
  • Some tour members arrange to fly into Rome (FCO) and out of Florence (FLR)
  • FOODIE TOUR: from accommodation to culinary events, experience Italy like a local.  Experience private wine, cheese, olive oil tastings, take cooking lessons with Food Network chefs, and enjoy one-of-a-kind, incredible Italian meals from top chefs (including Michelin star). Sightseeing on this tour is secondary. 
  • Fly in style: ask me how you can treat yourself to an extra legroom! Premium, business, and first class seats might be available. 

NOTE: at Go Global it is always Your Trip, Your Way.  

What's Included

  • A small, friendly group of 6-12 people
  • Full-time services of a guide and local experts who will make the fascinating history, art and culture of Italy come alive for you
  • Tour Highlights – Rome walking tour, Florence Renaissance walk, Vatican City walking tour, St. Peter’s Basilica, St. John the Lateran Church, Santa Maria Maggiore Church, Vatican Museum (extra fee), Pantheon, the Colosseum (extra fee), Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, Christmas markets in Rome and Florence, “Holy Staircase,” papal audience (if scheduled), Palazzo Vecchio, Dante’s home, the Duomo, and much more.
  • All nights accommodations in memorable, centrally located, hotels.
  • Note: Single rooms may be available – ask for a quote. Price is based on double occupancy room.
  • Transportation between Rome and Florence.
  • Guaranteed tour price, locked-in the moment you submit your application and deposit.
  • All trip related tips, taxes, and gratuities.
  • ALUMNI DISCOUNT of $50 for each prior trip you have taken.
  • Fine print: You are responsible for cost of your drinks, and free-time sightseeing and travel, and airport transfers. Tour price is based on double occupancy room.

Apply for: Authentic Italy

$3,000 / $4,500 / 8 Days, 6 Nights

Printable copy of this form: Travel Application (PDF file).

Tour Conditions