Exclusive Italy Tour (FCO-BGY)
Highlights:
• With AJet Airlines • 7 Nights 8 Days • Extra Tours IncludedIstanbul – Rome & Vatican (St. Peter's) & Albano & Nemi & Outlet
We meet at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, in the international departures terminal, three hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, we take our scheduled AJet Airlines flight to Rome. Upon arrival, we take our private bus waiting for us at the airport for a panoramic city tour of Rome. Then we depart for our Rome & Vatican (San Pietro) and Albano & Nemi & Outlet tour. On our tour, Castel Sant'Angelo, where Cem Sultan was imprisoned, Venice Square where Mussolini addressed the public, the Victor Emmanuel II Monument, the Colosseum that hosted gladiator fights, the Trevi Fountain made famous by the film La Dolce Vita, and the Spanish Steps, which consist of 135 steps and feature the sinking boat fountain, are among the sights to be seen. Then Castel Gandolfo, known as Nemi Village; with its colorful houses welcoming you with flowers in their windows, stone streets, and charming shops where its famous natural strawberries are sold and displayed, will greet you, and with its magnificent lake views you will feel as if you are in a fairy tale. During our visit to Castel Gandolfo, which is established on the shores of Lake Albano, we continue our walk in this area where we will see the Pope's summer palace. We take a small journey into history in this unique town, which was also used as the summer residence of many Roman emperors throughout history. Then we depart for an outlet visit so that you can shop. After our tour, transfer to your hotel in Rome. Accommodation at our hotel.
Rome – Naples & Pompeii – Rome
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, departure for our Naples & Pompei tour. On our Naples city tour, the sights to be seen include Plebiscito Square, the central square of Naples, the Royal Palace built in the 17th century, Castel Nuovo (New Castle), the Basilica of San Francesco di Paola, inspired by St. Peter’s Square and the Pantheon in Rome, the Umberto I Gallery with shops, San Carlo Theatre, built in 1737 and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Naples Port. Then the city of Pompei, one of the world's most famous archaeological sites, will be seen. Pompei stretches along the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, which erupted in 79 A.D. and destroyed the city. As a result of archaeologists' long excavations in 1748, the city was revealed in all its vitality. Among the places to be seen are the Basilica, Forum, House of Fauna, restaurants, baths, and bakeries. After our tour, transfer to your hotel in Rome. Accommodation at our hotel.
Rome – Pisa & San Gimignano – Florence
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, departure to Florence and a panoramic city tour. On our tour, the Arno River, which divides Florence into two, the Ponte Vecchio bridge famous for its jewelers, Palazzo Vecchio where the Medici Family ruled Florence, Piazza Della Signoria, home to the statues of Hercules and David, which are among the masterpieces of the Renaissance, the Santa Maria del Fiore Duomo with the 3rd highest dome in Italy, and the Baptistery famous for its door are among the places to see. Then departure for our Pisa & San Gimignano tour. After seeing the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Miracoli Square on our tour, unforgettable views and magnificent structures await you throughout our San Gimignano tour. San Gimignano: We are touring the medieval city of Tuscany, dating back to the 14th century and surrounded by walls, where the world’s highest-quality and most diverse vineyards and the best ice cream maker are located, famous for its porcini and truffle mushroom cheeses. Transfer to our Florence hotel and free time. Accommodation at our hotel.
Florence – Cinque Terre & Portofino
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off for our Cinque Terre & Portofino tour. We are heading toward La Spezia. Upon arrival, we take the local train of the region and begin exploring the Cinque Terre villages, lined up like pearls along the Ligurian coast and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this unique landscape, which looks like a postcard with its pastel-colored houses integrated with the sea, scenery built on steep cliffs, and narrow streets, we will experience unforgettable moments. During our tour, we visit the villages of Manarola, with its terraces surrounded by vineyards and authentic character, and Vernazza, with its romantic atmosphere built on rocks stretching toward the sea; with photo breaks and free time, we have the opportunity to capture the spirit of the region. Guests who wish may take short walks by the sea and enjoy flavors unique to the Italian Riviera at small cafés. Then we head to Portofino. Departing from the town of Santa Margherita Ligure, surrounded by lush green hills, we board a boat and, after an enjoyable sea journey of about 30 minutes, arrive in Portofino, famous for its colorful houses and luxurious marina. You may walk along the coast and enjoy this elegant seaside town while sipping your coffee at cafés. After our tour, transfer to our hotel in Florence and free time. Accommodation at our hotel.
Florence – Verona & Garda – Venice
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, we set off for our Verona & Garda tour. We are heading to Verona, one of the most impressive cities in Northern Italy. With its magnificent arena dating back to the Roman era, stone bridges from the Middle Ages, and lively squares, Verona offers history, romance, and the Italian way of life all together. On our tour, we explore the city’s iconic points and enjoy a pleasant discovery through its narrow streets. Then we head toward Lake Garda, one of the largest and most impressive lakes in Northern Italy. Surrounded by the lakeside view stretching along the foothills of the Alps, we will enjoy pleasant moments in touch with nature; with free time on the lakeshore, we will make the most of this peaceful atmosphere. Guests who wish may take a walk by the lake and capture the scenery with photo breaks. After our tour, transfer to your hotel in Venice. Accommodation at our hotel.
Venice – Murano & Burano – Venice
After breakfast at the hotel, departure for our Venice tour (including gondola). During our tour in Venice, commentary will be provided on the Vaporetto, and we will see major iconic landmarks such as St. Mark’s Square, whose columns were brought from Istanbul and which was built of stone and marble; St. Mark’s Basilica; the Doge’s Palace, designed and used as a symbol of grandeur and power; the Clock Tower; the Bridge of Sighs; and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. Then, departure for our Murano & Burano tour. Murano & Burano are two separate islands located in Venice. These islands are among Venice’s small but popular islands. Both islands attract interest because they have different characteristics. Murano Island is famous for glasswork, while Burano Island has a distinct reputation for lace embroidery and lace craftsmanship. Burano Island, in particular, is quite unique because it has the appearance of a five-island archipelago. These islands are connected to each other by bridges. After our tour, transfer to our Venice hotel and free time to rest. Accommodation at our hotel.
Venice – Como & Lugano – Milan
After breakfast at the hotel, we will depart for Milan and take a panoramic city tour of Milan. Among the places to see are the Milan Duomo, Italy’s largest church and one that took 500 years to complete, Fortezza Castle, and the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, home to some of the world’s most famous fashion stores. Then we will depart for our Como & Lugano tour. At the foot of the Alps, Lake Lugano, offering the elegant blend of Switzerland and Italy, will captivate you with its turquoise waters, palm trees, and postcard-perfect views. Then we will depart for our Como tour. We will see Lake Como, famous for its luxurious lifestyle and natural beauty, and home to summer residences of Hollywood celebrities, European elite, and the world’s jet set. After our tour, transfer to our Milan hotel and free time to relax. Overnight at our hotel.
Milan – Bergamo – Istanbul
After the checkout procedures from our hotel in the early morning, transfer to Bergamo airport at the time your guide will announce. After baggage and passport procedures, depart on Ajet Airlines scheduled flight to Sabiha Gökçen Airport. With our arrival in Istanbul, the end of our tour and services.
What's Included
Not Included
ACCOMMODATION AND FLIGHT NOTES
o Check-in time at hotels is between 15:00 and 17:00 / Check-out time is between 10:00 and 12:00.
o Accommodation in Venice is provided in one of the Vicenza, Mestre, Treviso, Padova, Lido de Jesolo, Mogliano Veneto, Spresiano areas.
o Accommodation in Florence is provided in one of the Montecatini, Prato, Mugello areas.
o Departure and arrival times are local times.
o Flights marked with * arrive at the destination on the calendar day following 1 day after the departure date.
o Prices are not valid for groups; please ask for our special rates.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 40 people. If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the final cancellation notice by the agency is 21 days before the tour departure. The tour canceled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through your agency.
In cases where only category information is provided without specifying a name in the tour program and/or where there are options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by your agency 48 hours before the trip departure.
During fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used farther than the specified km distances or in a different city. In such a case, you will be informed by your agency 48 hours before the trip departure.
The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours arranged for the general introduction of the cities, lasting at most 2-3 hours, conducted only with commentary from inside the vehicle, and do not include museum or site entrance fees. Lidya Tour is not responsible if the panoramic tours and other tours specified in the program cannot be carried out because local authorities do not permit visits or entry on the day and time coinciding with the tour, or due to closed roads because of any event, or when weather conditions make the tour impossible. Some tours may be conducted by public transport or on foot where possible at closed roads or points where vehicle access is not allowed.
Triple rooms may be provided depending on hotel availability, and the bed allocated to the 3rd person in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are folding beds and coach beds, the tour participant is deemed to have accepted the possible cramped conditions in the rooms and the bed type for 3rd person and/or child reservations. Child discounts are valid only for one child staying with 2 adults and matching the age group. Hotels do not guarantee a bed for children aged 0-2.
Breakfasts included in the tour program are served at the hotel in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country visited and generally as a limited menu called continental breakfast, consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for the group.
Since tour flights are group tickets, flight times may change. You can confirm the current flight details with your agency. Current times will be communicated by your agency along with the tour information.
Tour flight times must be confirmed without purchasing a domestic connecting flight. If the guest purchased the domestic connecting flight from a separate product provider independent of the agency, they cannot request any refund from the agency in case the trip is canceled by the agency or if there is a schedule change. The guest accepts in advance any financial or moral losses that may arise due to the cancellation or change of the tour when purchasing the tour. Lidya Tour cannot be held responsible for this situation.
Due to airline rules, if the outbound flight of round-trip tickets purchased as round-trip is not used, the return flight is canceled by the airline.
Guests included in the tour without flights must be present at the tour starting point on their own and without any delay. Otherwise, they will arrange all transfers at their own expense.
Lidya Tour is not responsible for guests who do not arrive at the specified airport at the times announced in accordance with airline rules for participation in the tour, do not complete check-in and boarding on time, or complete check-in and boarding on time but cannot board the plane and therefore cannot make the flight. All expenses arising from obtaining new round-trip airline tickets required for guests who miss the flight to join the tour, as well as transfers in the destination region, etc., are their responsibility.
Personal belongings, bags, suitcases, passports/IDs of participants in the tour are under their own responsibility, and Lidya Tour is not responsible for forgotten/lost/stolen items. In cases where forgotten items are found, there is no obligation to deliver them to the country and/or the person, and the expenses incurred during delivery belong to the owner of the item.
In cases such as illness, loss, or theft, since the integrity and continuity of the group are essential for the guide, the guide cannot personally accompany guests in such negative situations.
When purchasing the tour, it is mandatory to provide the name on the passport, date of birth, and passport number correctly. Airline tickets are issued according to this information. Ticket cancellation and change penalty fees arising from incorrect information will be collected from you.
At some airlines, food and beverage services and online check-in may be subject to a fee.
During the tour, seat numbers on the bus cannot be guaranteed.
During our tours, the times announced by our guide to the guests are the departure times, the time the vehicle's wheels start turning. Our guide, who is responsible for equally considering the rights of all our guests, will move the vehicle without waiting at the meeting times. In such a case, our guest who is late must arrange transportation to the next stop on their own.
Extra tours are organized by the local agency we receive service from with a minimum participation of 20 people. If sufficient numbers are not met, the tours may not take place, or the extra tour prices, content, and vehicle used may vary according to the number of participants. In addition, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide according to the opening/closing status of the museums and sites to be visited and weather conditions. Different guides may accompany our guests during extra tours.
In our classic packages, where extra tours are not included, extra tours are optional and not mandatory. Passengers who do not want to participate in extra tours organized during the tour are deemed to have accepted waiting at a suitable rest stop on the route. These passengers are dropped off at a roadside rest stop before the extra tour begins and picked up from the point where they were dropped off after the tour is completed.
In programs where extra tours are included, payment of museum and site entrance fees to the guide during the tour is mandatory.
The participant accepts in advance that they will participate in the tours to be organized as stated in the tour program, will not disrupt the program, and will separately pay the amount previously announced in the tour program to the tour officer during the trip for expenses such as local guide, museum & site entrance fees, city taxes, and audio system with headphones if any. The participant has been fully and completely informed on this matter.
Lidya Tour is an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. On scheduled and charter flights, there may be a risk of delays, or times may change before the current trip and flight. Lidya Tour is obligated to notify these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change.
VISA
There is a visa requirement for Turkish Republic citizens. For a visa application, an application must be made with a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end of the trip and the documents listed in the “Required Documents for Visa” list from our agency.
The visa must be obtained from the first country of entry on the tour or, at most, the country with the longest stay.
There is no visa requirement for holders of green passports; a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end of the trip is sufficient.
The visa information specified in the program is the information applicable to citizens of the Republic of Turkey. Guests holding a passport other than that of the Republic of Turkey must obtain visa information from the relevant consulates.
Obtaining a visa does not mean that entry to the country is guaranteed; the passport police have the authority to refuse entry. Lidya Tour is not responsible for this situation; the responsibility belongs to the passenger.
In order to avoid problems with customs police at the border of the country to be visited due to torn, worn, wet, and/or similarly damaged passports, passports obtained should be renewed, and if it is a country that applies a visa to Turkish citizens, the relevant visa must be on the new passport. Otherwise, the responsibility belongs to the passenger.
Since there is a possibility that our guests under the age of 18 traveling alone or with only one of their mother or father may be asked by the police officer at the country entry-exit to present a document showing mutual consent from the parents, we recommend that our guests under the age of 18 and their parents pay attention to this issue.