Italy Tour from Start to Finish with Turkish Airlines, 7 Nights 8 Days Summer 2027 (MXP-FCO)
Day 1: Istanbul – Milan
Meeting at 09:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul New Airport. After check-in procedures, we depart for Milan at 11:30 on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1895. Upon arrival at 13:25 local time, we begin our panoramic city tour of Milan with our waiting bus. During the Milan city tour, Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Duomo Cathedral, and the city's famous fashion district will be seen panoramically. After the guide's commentary, free time will be given in the city center. Guests who wish may join the Como Lake & Towns Tour organized by the guide as an extra option. After our tour, we proceed to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Como Lake and Towns Tour - Per Person 40 Euro
We invite you to discover Lake Como, one of the world's most popular lake destinations, stretching at the foot of the Alps with its crystal-clear blue waters and postcard-perfect landscapes. With its elegant villas, historic stone houses, and charming towns lined up along the lakeshore, Lake Como is one of Italy's most impressive regions. Throughout our tour, we enjoy pleasant walks in the beautiful towns surrounding the lake, closely exploring historic squares, narrow stone streets, and colorful life along the shore. You can shop in boutique stores unique to the region, savor Italian coffee or ice cream against the lake view, and take unforgettable photos amidst breathtaking scenery.
Day 2: Milan – Verona - Venice
After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Venice. Guests who wish may join the Verona Tour organized by the guide along the way. After the tour, we proceed to Venice. From Tronchetto port, the final access point for vehicles, we move to the historic island via vaporetto. After a pleasant vaporetto journey, we disembark near St. Mark's Square, the historic center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, motorized vehicles such as police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, municipal buses, etc., which we are accustomed to seeing in daily life, have been replaced by boats. During our walk along Riva degli Schiavoni (Shoemakers' Shore), one of Venice's iconic landmarks, we see the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri), San Giorgio Maggiore Island, the exterior facade of the Doge's Palace, and two historic pillars symbolizing the city's entrance panoramically. After our walk, we reach St. Mark's Square, the heart of Venice and one of the city's most magnificent squares. Following the guide's brief commentary, we provide a photo stop and free time for you to explore this enchanting atmosphere and take beautiful photos. Guests who wish may join the Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour organized as an extra option to explore Venice's historical and cultural richness more closely. After our tour, free time and transfer to our hotel.
Extra Tour: Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour - Per Person: 40 Euro
We explore Verona, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. During the walking tour, Piazza Bra, Arena di Verona, Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, Scaliger Tombs, and Juliet's famous balcony will be seen from the outside. After the guide's commentary, free time will be given to explore the city's historic streets, go shopping, or take a short break.
Extra Tour: Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour - Per Person: 50 €
We learn about the historical and architectural features of St. Mark's Basilica, one of Venice's most important landmark structures, and discover the importance that St. Mark's Square held for centuries as the political and religious center of the Venetian Republic. Then, receiving detailed information about the Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio), Campanile (Bell Tower), and the Doge's Palace, we continue our walk through historic streets witnessing Venice's past. Continuing our tour, we move through narrow canals, hidden passages, and historic squares reflecting Venice's enchanting atmosphere, exploring the area around Rialto Bridge and Rialto Market, one of the city's important trade points from the past to the present. We have the opportunity to closely observe the lively atmosphere of this area and take beautiful photos reflecting Venice's unique texture. We crown our Venice experience with the gondola tour, one of the most enjoyable and unforgettable parts of our program. Gliding through historic canals in traditional gondolas, we explore the city's unique architecture and romantic atmosphere from a completely different perspective. This special tour, where you will experience closely Venice's enchanting atmosphere interwoven with history, art, architecture, and romance, offers a discovery full of unforgettable memories.
Note: The gondola ride is conducted as shared rides in gondolas with a maximum capacity of 5 people, according to the number of participants, following standard operations applied in Venice.
Day 3: Venice – Florence
After breakfast and checkout procedures at the hotel, we head to Florence. Following our arrival, we begin to explore Florence, the city accepted as the birthplace of Renaissance art; a city that led in silk, wool, gold, and banking areas in European trade, served as the capital of the Kingdom of Italy for a period, and was the birthplace of many important names shaping world history such as Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo. During our panoramic city tour, places to be seen include Florence Cathedral (Duomo), Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, Palazzo della Signoria (now used as an open-air museum) and Piazza della Signoria, Loggia dei Lanzi, Piazza della Repubblica, Ponte Vecchio Bridge with a history of approximately 650 years and housing jewelry shops, Piazza della Repubblica, and San Lorenzo Market. After our city tour, free time will be given. Afterwards, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel.
Day 4: Florence
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Great Tuscany: Pisa, Siena & San Gimignano Tour organized by the guide as an extra option. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano Tour) - Per Person 100 EUR
We explore three of Tuscany's most important cities in a single day. Our first stop is Pisa; Piazza dei Miracoli, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cathedral, and Baptistery will be seen from the outside. Then, we move to San Gimignano, famous for its medieval texture and impressive towers. Here, we enjoy a pleasant walk in Cisterna Square and historic streets. In our last stop, Siena, places to be seen include the area around Siena Cathedral, Loggia dei Banchi, and Campo Square, famous for the world-renowned Palio Horse Races, while walking through narrow medieval streets. Museum and archaeological site entry fees in the cities are not included in the tour price unless otherwise specified.
Day 5: Florence – Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Rome. After our arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour of Rome in this enchanting city, the capital of world history and Italy. During our tour, we explore Rome's most important historical sites panoramically. Our first stop is the Colosseum (Colosseo) and the nearby Arch of Constantine. Then, enjoying the view of the Roman Forum, we watch the city's unique panoramic view from Capitol Hill. Next, we see the famous Mouth of Truth statue located at Piazza della Bocca della Verità, pass in front of Teatro Marcello dating back to Ancient Rome, and reach the banks of the Tiber River. Our tour ends with the majestic view of Castel Sant'Angelo (Holy Angel Castle) rising by the riverbank. After our city tour, guests who wish may join the Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour organized by the guide as an extra option. After our tour, transfer to our hotel and check-in. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Extra Tour: Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour - Per Person 40 Euro
In this enjoyable walking tour where we will explore Rome's heritage of history, art, and faith together; Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Venezia, and the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II will be seen. Then, Fountain of the Four Rivers located in Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Fontana di Trevi, Spanish Steps, and Piazza del Popolo will be visited. In the final part of our tour, we move to the Vatican and see St. Peter's Square and the basilica's exterior facade. Entry to St. Peter's Basilica will be made subject to security checks, visitor density, religious ceremonies, and the suitability of the Vatican's daily operations. Visits inside the basilica may be conducted in an individual tour format. Guide commentary inside may not be possible due to Vatican rules.
Day 6: Rome – Naples & Pompeii – Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, free time all day. Guests who wish may join the Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour organized by the guide as an extra option. In the evening hours, guests who wish may join the Rome by Night Tour. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Extra Tour: Pompeii Ancient City and Naples City Tour - Per Person: 120 Euro
We begin our tour at Pompeii Ancient City, buried under ashes by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Accompanied by a licensed local guide, after exploring the ancient city's stone streets, houses, shops, baths, frescoes, and mosaics, we move to Naples. During our panoramic city tour of Naples, Castel Nuovo, Royal Palace, San Carlo Theatre, Umberto Gallery, and the historic city center will be seen. During your free time, you may have the opportunity to taste Naples' world-famous street foods and traditional Italian pizza. The entry fee for Pompeii Ancient City is not included in the tour price unless otherwise specified.
Day 7: Rome
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the Nemi & Lakes Region + Castel Romano Outlet Tour organized by the guide. After our tour, overnight at our hotel in Rome.
Extra Tour: Nemi Village & Lakes Region and Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour - Per Person 70 Euro
In the first part of our tour, the Castelli Romani region south of Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Albano Lake, and Nemi Village will be explored. After free time given in Nemi, we move to Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet. Free time will be given for shopping, dining, and resting in this open-air shopping mall offering discounted products from world-famous brands throughout the year. Visit times are determined by the guide according to the daily flow of the program.
Day 8: Rome – Istanbul
After breakfast and checkout procedures at the hotel, free time. We perform our transfer to the airport at the time determined by the guide. We depart for Istanbul Airport at 14:50 on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1866. After our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 19:30, our tour concludes. We hope to meet again in our next organization...
Extra Tour (Full Package) Price
Como Lake and Towns Tour 40 €
Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour 40 €
Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour 50 €
Great Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) 100 €
Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour 40 €
Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour 120 €
Nemi Village & Lakes Region & Castel Romano Outlet 70 €
Total Amount of Extra Tours: 460 €
15% Discounted Full Package Price: 390 €
City 3* and 4* Hotels Etc. (Two example hotel names are given for each city)
Roma Relais Cristallo Tivoli 3* Etc. // Palace 2000 4* Etc.
Florence Park Hotel Moderno 3* Etc. // Hotel Terme Pellegrini 4*Etc.
Venice Le Calandre 3* Etc. // Roy Hotel 4* Etc.
Milan Hotel Esperia Rho 3* Etc. // Cosmo Hotel Palace 4*Etc.
Important Information
*The 15% Full Package discount is valid only when all extra tours are purchased as a package.
*Extra tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the start of the tour or through our regional guides during the tour.
*Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be made for purchased extra tours.
*Guests not participating in extra tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping mall, or a safe point determined by the guide depending on the tour operation. At the end of the tour, they are picked up from the same point and re-included in the group.
*The order, content, and visiting hours of extra tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on weather conditions, official authority applications, and operational requirements.
*Sufficient participation numbers must be reached for extra tours to be conducted. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the tour may be cancelled or an alternative program may be applied.
What's Included
Included Services
*Round-trip economy class flight ticket on the Istanbul – Milan / Rome – Istanbul route with Turkish Airlines scheduled flights
*City tours of Rome, Florence, and Venice as specified in the program
*7 nights’ accommodation in total in specified or similar 3- and 4-star hotels, including 3 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Florence (Montecatini or Calenzano), 1 night in Venice (Quarto d'Altino, Noale or Treviso), and 1 night in Milan and surrounding areas**
*Professional Turkish-speaking guide service throughout the program
*Airport – hotel – airport transfers and all intercity transfers specified in the program, with luxury tour buses
*Airport taxes
Not Included
Services Not Included
*Visa service
*Exit tax stamp for travel abroad
*Private travel health insurance
*All kinds of personal expenses
*All extra services taken at hotels
*Optional (extra) tours specified in the program
*Hotel taxes (City Tax, Check Point fees, Vaporetto fee, local guide fees, local service charges, Venice landing fee, headphone fees, handling fee, bus entry fees, and operational service expenses, a mandatory payment of 150 Euros per person, will be collected in cash by the guide before the tour departs.)
*Driver tips