Celebrate the New Year exploring Italy’s most iconic cities with this 9-day small-group tour through Milan, Venice, Florence, Siena, Assisi, and Rome. Begin in Milan, Italy’s fashion capital, where free time allows you to discover its historic streets, elegant squares, and iconic landmarks. Optional excursions to Lake Como provide stunning scenery for unforgettable photos.
Next, cross the Po River plains to Venice, arriving in the St. Mark’s area for a panoramic city tour, lunch, and optional gondola ride, immersing yourself in the romantic canals and charming bridges. Continue to Florence, visiting the Michelangelo Lookout for sweeping views and enjoying a guided walking tour of Ponte Vecchio, the Duomo, and Piazza della Signoria—Florence is a living Renaissance museum.
Travel through Siena and Assisi, exploring beautiful piazzas, cathedrals, and the Basilica of St. Francis with a local guide. Finally, arrive in Rome, the Eternal City, where panoramic tours reveal the Colosseum, Imperial Forums, Vatican City, and historic streets filled with centuries of culture and art. Optional excursions to Naples, Capri, and Pompeii allow deeper exploration.
With comfortable accommodations, included breakfasts, select lunches, expert Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking guides, and seamless transfers, this tour balances structured sightseeing and free time for personal exploration, offering a luxurious, worry-free way to experience Italy’s history, culture, and New Year’s magic.