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Grand Italy Tour (November Semester Break Special)
Magnificent Grand Italy Tour – 7 Nights with Turkish Airlines, November 13 (November School Break Special)
Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. Following baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Milan at 08.55 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873. Upon our arrival at 10.00 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. In Milan, famous for the richness of its historic and modern views, the Duomo Cathedral, one of the largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals in the world; La Scala, one of the world's oldest opera houses; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a stunning 19th-century arched shopping gallery; and Castello Sforzesco (Sforza Castle), with its magnificent architecture, are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, guests who wish may join the Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) Tour. (75 Euros) Our first stop on the tour is Como. Named after Lake Como, with which the city is identified, this city is one of the attractions possessing a unique natural environment that attracts visitors from all over the world. In addition to its architectural beauties reflecting Gothic and Renaissance styles, Como also draws attention with the homes owned by world-famous figures such as Madonna and George Clooney. Following our tour, our second stop is Lugano. Lake Lugano is a fascinating lake located in southern Switzerland, at the foothills of the Alps. This lake combines the cultural and natural characteristics of both Switzerland and Italy. After our visit to this city, famous for its magnificent views and elegant shopping streets, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Milan – Verona – Venice
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off toward Venice. Along the way, we join the Magnificent Verona Tour. (The Verona tour is included in the tour fee) Located in northern Italy on the banks of the Adige River, it is a historic city with a rich cultural heritage dating back to the Roman period. The city, evoking a sense of aesthetics through history, architecture, and literature, is known for Shakespeare’s famous work "Romeo and Juliet"; the structure known as Juliet's house and its balcony attract visitors' attention. Among Verona's impressive structures featuring medieval architecture, the Arena di Verona, an amphitheater dating back to the 1st century, stands out as a magnificent Roman structure and still hosts important concerts. In addition, the city's narrow stone streets and lively squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra reflect its rich history and cultural diversity. Following our tour, we continue our journey to Venice. Like a historic fairy-tale city dancing on the water, Venice enchants its visitors with its romance and mystery, wrapped like a labyrinth in canals and gondolas. During our city tour, St. Mark's Basilica and Square, the Doge's Palace, the Grand Canal, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Rialto Bridge are among the places to see in Venice. Following our tour, guests who wish may optionally join the Magnificent Gondola Tour on the Canals of Venice. (40 Euros) On this tour, which we will take in traditional gondolas, one of the symbols of Venice, we will have the opportunity to see the canals of Venice. At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 3 Venice – Bologna – Florence
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off toward Florence. Along the way, we will take our Magnificent Bologna tour. (The Bologna tour is included in the tour price.) Bologna is a historic settlement located in the region between the Apennine Mountains in northern Italy, distinguished by its cultural richness. During our city tour of this beautiful city, Piazza Maggiore Square, the Basilica of San Petronio, the Podesta Palace, and the City Hall will be among the places we see. After our tour, we will continue toward Florence. Upon our arrival in Florence, the city where the Renaissance was born, our panoramic city tour begins. Our city tour of Florence, a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel, includes the Duomo Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore), the Baptistery, the Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel in Montecatini.
Day 4 Florence – Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano – Florence
Following the breakfast we will have at the hotel, guests who wish may join the additionally organized Magnificent Tuscan Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) Tour. (110 Euros) Our first stop will be the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the country’s symbols, famous for its inclined structure. After taking wonderful photos here, we will proceed to the city of Siena, which is included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. With its narrow streets and stone buildings carrying the magic of the Middle Ages, Siena offers visitors almost a journey through time. With its historic Piazza del Campo and impressive cathedral, it is like an elegant fortress at the heart of traditional Italian city life. The final stop of our tour will be San Gimignano. San Gimignano is a town in the heart of Tuscany, famous for its stone towers rising like a fairy tale from the Middle Ages. Known as the “Manhattan of the Middle Ages,” this impressive settlement is renowned for its 14 tall towers, built as a result of the struggle among city-states for wealth and prestige in the 14th century. With its narrow, labyrinth-like streets and historic buildings, it vividly makes visitors feel the traces of the past. In addition, this town, offering magnificent panoramic views, also enchants with its artistic and cultural richness; its Gothic and Romanesque buildings, historic Piazza della Cisterna, and fascinating frescoes make it a true treasure of history and art. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 Florence – Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Rome, the largest city and capital of the country. Having also been the center of one of the greatest civilizations in history, the city has been a center of power, culture, and religion throughout its approximately 2,500-year existence. The city’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has an exceptionally rich historical heritage and a cosmopolitan atmosphere, with its magnificent palaces, thousand-year-old churches and basilicas, grand romantic ruins, imposing monuments, ornate sculptures, and elegant fountains. The Vatican (St. Peter’s Cathedral), the administrative center of the Catholic denomination of Christianity; the Colosseum, where gladiatorial fights were held; the Roman Forum, located in the center of Ancient Rome, where religious, political, and social activities once took place; the Monument of Victory (Vittoriano Emanuele); the Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi), famous in our country as the Fountain of Love; and the Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna) are among the places to be seen. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Rome – Castel Gandolfo & Nemi & Vatican City – Rome
Following the breakfast we will have at the hotel, guests who wish may join the extra-organized Magnificent Castel Gondolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican Tour. (85 Euros) Our first stop will be Castel Gondolfo, home to the Papal Summer Palace, known as the summer residence of the Popes. This historic palace and its surroundings are famous for their impressive views and beautiful gardens. We then depart for Nemi Village. Located around Lake Nemi, which was formed inside a volcanic crater, this village is also known as the strawberry village because the region is renowned for its fresh and delicious strawberries. With its historical ruins, narrow stone streets, and beautiful lake views, the village is an appealing destination for both tourists and nature lovers. During the free time provided, you will have the opportunity to explore the village and go shopping. Following our tour, we head to Italy’s most famous outlet area and have free time. You will have the opportunity to shop at attractive prices in this outlet area. Following our tour, we depart for the famous Piazza San Pietro in the Vatican, considered the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, free time to visit the basilica and the square. As you walk around the square, the obelisk in the center and the columns surrounding it will truly fascinate you. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight.
Day 7 Rome – Naples
Following breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Naples. This energetic port city in southern Italy, brimming with historical and cultural riches, has a unique character with its lively markets, traditional pizza, and impressive historical ruins, situated on the shores of the Mediterranean beneath the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, which offers a magnificent view. Following our tour, guests who wish may join the additionally organized Magnificent Pompeii Tour. (70 Euros) At the archaeological site of this Ancient Roman city, which was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC and brought to light thousands of years later, you will embark on a profound journey into the era of Ancient Rome, surrounded by astonishingly well-preserved remains of settlements and daily life. Afterwards, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 8 Naples – Istanbul
After the breakfast we will have at the hotel, free time until the time to be determined by our guide. Guests who wish may participate in the Magnificent Town of Sorrento tour, which will be organized as an optional extra. (50 Euros) Sorrento is a charming coastal town located in southern Italy, on the shores of the Gulf of Naples. Known as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is famous for its magnificent sea views, historical buildings, and lemon groves. With its narrow stone streets, traditional Italian architecture, and small boutique shops, it has become an attraction for visitors. We definitely recommend that you do not miss this tour. Following our tour, transfer to Naples Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul at 19:35 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1880. Arrival at 23:50 local time and the end of our tour.
What's Included
✅ Air tickets with Turkish Airlines between Istanbul – Milan // Naples – Istanbul
✅ Airport taxes
✅ Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers
✅ 7 nights – 8 days bed and breakfast accommodation in 3* / 4* hotels
✅ City tours of Milan, Verona, Venice, Bologna, Florence, Rome, and Naples
✅ Professional Turkish-speaking guide service
Not Included
❌ Visa Fee
❌ International Departure Tax
❌ Travel Health Insurance
❌ Any services not explicitly stated as included in the package price
❌ Museum and Archaeological Site Entrance Fees
❌ Extra Tours and Personal Expenses
❌ Tourist City Taxes + Vaporetto Fee + Guide and Driver Tips (75 Euros) – Will be collected by your guide on the first day of the tour
Accommodation Notes;
- Accommodation in Venice will be provided in the Vicenza, Mestre, Treviso, Padua, and Lido de Jesolo areas.
- Accommodation in Florence will be provided in the Montecatini area.
Important Notes:
- A passport valid for 6 months, covering at least the minimum tour duration, is required for this tour.
- LİDYA TOUR acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol.
- During registration, the name as it appears in the passport, date of birth, and passport number must be entered into the system. Flight tickets are issued according to this information. No-show fees resulting from the cancellation or amendment of flight tickets due to incorrect information will be charged to the guests.
- The city where the aircraft lands may vary. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible for schedule changes or possible delays caused by airlines.
- Airline rules apply to group tickets, and according to group ticket rules, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used either.
- In general, the baggage allowance for flights departing from Turkey is 20 kg. This allowance may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights in the countries visited, this allowance may decrease to 15 kg. Excess baggage weight and pricing rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of LİDYA TOUR.
- If the number of people participating in the package tour is insufficient, the cancellation of the tour will be notified to the consumer 20 days in advance.
- The tour route specified in the tour program is an example route, and changes may be made to the tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours may take place on the following day or days, depending on the arrival time in the city. The excursions specified in the programs may, at the guide's discretion and for any reason, take place on a day other than the specified day or days.
- City sightseeing tours may take place on the following day or days, depending on the arrival time in the city.
- The excursions specified in the programs may, at the guide's discretion and for any reason, take place on a day other than the specified day or days.
- Optional tours can be operated with a minimum participation of 20 people; if fewer people participate, they may be operated at the guide's discretion, with prices changed if necessary. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be operated.
- Optional tours en route will take place provided that at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be asked to wait at the rest stop.
- Excursions or tours that local authorities do not permit for any reason will not be operated. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be operated.
- Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites are not included in the prices.
- LİDYA TOUR reserves the right to change hotel names, provided that the star category remains the same.
- All hotel names specified in the programs are examples (and the like), written to serve as examples in terms of star category and distance. This does not mean that accommodation will be provided at the hotel with the stated name.
- Triple rooms have an extra bed; the third bed is smaller than a standard bed and/or is an additional foldable bed.
- When children under the age of 18, who are not legally adults, do not participate in the tour with one or both of their parents, they are required to carry the necessary consent forms with them during the trip in order to participate in the tour.
- In the event of cancellation or amendment, the “LİDYA TOUR Sales Agreement” shall apply.