The Best of Italy with Sorrento & the Amalfi Coast

tour only from
$4,098
11 days
with flights from
$5,098
12 days

VENICE, MURANO, FLORENCE, PISA, TUSCANY, ASSISI, VATICAN, ROME, SORRENTO & AMALFI COAST WITH POMPEII

Iconic landmarks. Glorious museums. Archaeological, historically significant, and religious sites. Not to mention divine cuisine. This journey through Italy encompasses exactly that: this incredible country’s most desired destinations. Start in Venice, laced with picture-perfect canals, and end in spectacular Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast. As you surrender to Italy’s spell, allow your wise smarTours® guide to handle the details, including recommendations for your dining and free-time sightseeing. You’ll truly be living “la dolce vita” as you roam the postcard-perfect streets of its enchanting cities and towns.

Shorten Your Trip! Enjoy our Best of Italy tour visiting Italy’s highlights from Venice to Rome.

Did you know you can make this tour private? Find out about pricing and options for groups of 10 or more travelers.

Itinerary at
a Glance

Tour Itinerary:

  • 2 nights in Venice/Venice Lido
  • 2 nights in Florence
  • 3 nights in Rome
  • 3 nights in Sorrento

Tour Highlights

  • Murano boat tour
  • Venice walking tour – St. Mark’s Square, Saint Mark’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs
  • Pisa – Square of Miracles, Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Tuscany with food and wine
  • Florence city tour – Michelangelo Square, Galleria dell’Accademia, Michelangelo’s David, Signoria Square, Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, “Old Bridge”
  • Assisi – Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi
  • Vatican tour – St. Peter’s Basilica, Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museum
  • Imperial Rome tour – Colosseum, Arch, Roman Forum
  • Culinary walking tour in Trastevere (Rome)
  • Pompeii – Temple of Apollo, Temple of Jupiter
  • Sorrento resort town on Bay of Naples
  • Amalfi Coast drive – Positano, Amalfi
  • Option Full-Day Capri Excursion

Your Tour Includes

  • Optional round-trip airfare from the New York area (varies by departure) including taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
  • Accommodations at first-class hotels
  • 16 meals: 10 breakfasts, 6 dinners
  • A glass of wine with included dinners
  • Comprehensive sightseeing tours including admission fees
  • Professional English-speaking Tour Director throughout
  • All intra-Italy transportation via air-conditioned motor coach

What to Expect

Max Group Size: 30 travelers

Activity Level: Intermediate

Expect most included touring to require walking and standing periods up to 4 hours at a time (up to 2 times per day). Included touring may feature light hiking, and/or stairs on some hilly and/or uneven terrain. Learn More

Pacing Level: Balanced

Expect either half-day or full-day tours most days with a free day or free half-day to explore independently in most cities. There may be a few early mornings or long travel days by bus (don’t worry—there are always comfort stops!), and you may expect to stay in most accommodations for 3+ nights. Learn More

No Additional Entry Requirements for U.S. Passport Holders

A valid passport is required for international tours. Currently, there are no additional entry requirements for U.S. passport holders, but this can change at any time. Before travel, both U.S. and non-U.S. passport holders should visit our Passports & Visas page to reconfirm entry requirements.

Good balance is required in order to get on water taxis and boats. This tour has limited free time.

For more detailed information about this tour and destination, visit our Before You Depart section.

Tour Itinerary

Flights

Passengers who purchase flights will depart 1 day before the tour starts and return on the same day as the tour ends.

For flight details, see Before You Depart.

Day 1: Arrive in Venice

Welcome to beautiful Italy! After arrival, continue to our hotel. This evening, our Tour Director hosts an orientation, followed by a welcome dinner with wine.

Accommodations: Hotel Carlton on the Grand Canal or similar
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Murano Boat Tour, Venice Walking Tour and Venice at Leisure

Day 3: Venice – Pisa – Florence

Day 4: Florence City Tour and Florence at Leisure

Day 5: Florence – Assisi – Rome

Day 6: Imperial Rome Tour and Rome at Leisure

Day 7: Vatican Tour and Rome at Leisure

Day 8: Rome – Pompeii – Sorrento

Day 9: Sorrento at Leisure or Optional Full-Day Capri Excursion

Day 10: Amalfi Coast Drive and Sorrento at Leisure

Day 11: Depart Italy

Guided Tour Pricing

Book by Mar. 31, 2023 to get the best price.

Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from one or more airports in the USA. Travelers may choose to purchase the tour only, and arrange their own arrival in destination. Please note this may change your tour start date.

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* Departures designated as "Guaranteed" may be canceled or rescheduled only under Extraordinary Circumstances, for example in situations deemed to be unsafe or nonviable due to local conditions. See Terms & Conditions for full details.

Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a date above to see the rates for that specific departure.

For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am - 5:30pm EST) at 1.800.337.7773.

Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made online or by phone (1.800.337.7773) and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the time of reservation. Deposits are $300 per person. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Space and prices subject to availability. Please see the smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete booking information.

Optional Tours Customize your trip with these optional tours.

Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.

Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.

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Full-Day Capri Excursion