Bell'Italia
Consider the deeper meaning of "Beautiful Italy" as you travel to Italy to enjoy its art, history and culture. In Venice, cars and roads give way to gondolas and canals, redefining what a city can be. Girls will experience both the art & flavors of Italy on a guided tour of Florence. In Rome, girls will see Michelangelo's take on creation at the Sistine Chapel and they'll retrace the footsteps of ancient Romans at the Colosseum.
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Explore the many ways girls can take the lead on this tour
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Venice
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Venice
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Day 3: Venice
Take a ferry to Venice
See a glass-blowing demonstration
Take a guided tour of Venice
With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Travel by water taxi to the island of Burano
Enjoy a gondola ride
Exploration time in Burano
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Day 4: Venice • Florence
Travel to Florence
Explore the culinary history of Italy on a food-focused walking tour
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Day 5: Florence
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 6: Florence • Rome
Travel via Assisi to Rome
Visit the Basilica of St. FrancisTour Assisi with an expert local guide
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Day 7: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
You will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
Add this in-depth excursion:
Gladiator school experience
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be one of Rome’s famed gladiators? This optional half-day activity puts you in the ring! Learn the basics of hand-to-hand combat and model ancient armor as you follow in the sandaled footsteps of Spartacus. -
Day 8: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Add this in-depth excursion:
Roman Catacombs
Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century. Christian burial grounds and priceless relics abound, and the art that lines the walls is world-class. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Rome • Sorrento region
Travel via Pompeii to Sorrento
Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide
Snap a photo of seaside Sorrento
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Day 10: Sorrento region • Capri • Rome
Travel via Capri to Rome
Enjoy a boat cruise in Capri
Tour Capri with an expert local guide
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy
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Day 2: Venice
Meet your Tour Director at the airportTravel to Venice
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Day 3: Venice
Take a ferry to Venice
See a glass-blowing demonstration
Take a guided tour of Venice
With your expert local guide you will see:
- St. Mark’s Square
- Grand Canal
Travel by water taxi to the island of Burano
Enjoy a gondola ride
Exploration time in Burano
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Day 4: Venice • Florence
Travel to Florence
Explore the culinary history of Italy on a food-focused walking tour
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Day 5: Florence
Add this in-depth excursion:
Pisa
Journey to Pisa on this half-day excursion. Enjoy a guided tour of the city’s Field of Miracles, where you can snap a picture of the 12th-century Leaning Tower, aslant ever since the third floor was built. This is where Galileo was said to have developed his laws of gravity. Also visit the adjacent cathedral and baptistery, which contain exquisite marble pulpits carved in the Gothic style.
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Day 6: Florence • Rome
Travel via Assisi to Rome
Visit the Basilica of St. FrancisTour Assisi with an expert local guide
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Day 7: Rome
Take a guided tour of Rome
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Roman Forum
- Colosseum
Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome
You will see:
- Trevi Fountain
- Pantheon
- Piazza Navona
- Spanish Steps
Add this in-depth excursion:
Gladiator school experience
Have you ever wondered what it was like to be one of Rome’s famed gladiators? This optional half-day activity puts you in the ring! Learn the basics of hand-to-hand combat and model ancient armor as you follow in the sandaled footsteps of Spartacus. -
Day 8: Rome
Take a guided tour of Vatican City
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Sistine Chapel
- St. Peter’s Basilica
Add this in-depth excursion:
Roman Catacombs
Explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century. Christian burial grounds and priceless relics abound, and the art that lines the walls is world-class. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This excursion is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.
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Day 9: Depart for home
Add 2 more days
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Day 9: Rome • Sorrento region
Travel via Pompeii to Sorrento
Tour the ruins of Pompeii with an expert local guide
Snap a photo of seaside Sorrento
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Day 10: Sorrento region • Capri • Rome
Travel via Capri to Rome
Enjoy a boat cruise in Capri
Tour Capri with an expert local guide
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Your flights—covered. Buses, trains, cruise ships, ferries and subways—covered. We take care of getting you around so you can enjoy the ride.
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Hotels
Safe, comfortable hotels with private bathrooms will be waiting for you at your destination.
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Regional-style meals
Traditional breakfasts and dinners bring local flavors to life as part of your tour experience. Lunches are left up to you to discover favorite dishes of your own.
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Guided Sightseeing
Gain insider knowledge and cultural perspective from your licensed local guides while they lead you on sightseeing tours.
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Entrances
Step inside the world’s most cherished treasures with your local guide—we’ll take care of lines and tickets.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
