Day 1 ISTANBUL - ROME
We meet at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport three hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket, and boarding procedures, we board Turkish Airlines for our flight to Rome. Upon arrival, we transfer to our private buses and head to the center of Rome. Once, a city shining with endless splendor and shaped by the winds of history, Rome has hosted emperors’ magnificence, the courage of gladiators, and the highest forms of art. On this tour, we will see Castel Sant’Angelo, where Cem Sultan was imprisoned. Castel Sant'Angelo was initially built as a mausoleum by Emperor Hadrian and later transformed into a fortress. During the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, it was also used as a type of prison and papal fortress. Another place we will visit in Rome is the Colosseum, a massive arena that carries the spirit of ancient times in the heart of the city. Once, brave gladiators and wild animals fought epic battles here amidst the cheers of the crowd. After visiting the Colosseum, we approach the Trevi Fountain (Fontana di Trevi), famous for its appearance in the film “Sweet Life,” where the melody of water echoes among the dazzling statues.
When you throw a coin into the fountain while making a wish, the magic of Rome will never let you go. It is said that those who come here once will surely return one day. Hadrian's Temple and the Spanish Steps, consisting of 135 steps and featuring the sunken ship fountain, are among the places to visit. We then head to the famous St. Peter's Square in the Vatican. Once we arrive, we have free time to explore the square. The obelisk in the middle and the columns surrounding the square will impress you. While wandering around the square, you can see the Apostolic Palace and the famous window where the Pope prays on Sundays. In the evening, we return to our hotel in Rome and have free time to rest.
Day 2 ROME (NAPLES – POMPEII)
After breakfast, there’s free time. Guests interested can join the optional Naples and Pompeii tour organized by our guide (100 €). We depart for Pompeii, located at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, which was buried under ash due to the eruption in A.D. 79. Pompeii was an important trade and cultural center during the Roman Empire. The city was a prosperous settlement where agriculture, trade, and art flourished. However, due to the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius, the city was suddenly covered by a layer of lava and ash. This disaster preserved Pompeii's everyday life at that time and turned it into an open-air museum until today. After our visit to Pompeii, we head towards Naples. Following our arrival in Naples, we will tour the city. Naples was founded by the Greeks in the 7th century B.C. and serves as the capital of the Campania region in southern Italy. The city has been a significant center since the time of the Roman Empire and has hosted many cultures and civilizations from the Middle Ages to the present day. The city center (Centro Storico) is famous for its narrow streets, historic churches, ancient ruins, and magnificent squares. Key sights include the Duomo di Napoli (Naples Cathedral), built in the 13th century, Castel Nuovo (New Castle), Palazzo Reale (Royal Palace), San Carlo Theatre, Galleria Umberto I, and Via Toledo Street. After our tour, we head back to Rome. Following free time given by our guide, we regroup at the designated time and return to our hotel in Rome in the evening for an additional rest period.
Day 3 ROME – (VATICAN & OUTLET – CASTEL GANDOLFO – NEMI)
After breakfast, there’s free time. Guests interested may join the optional Outlet and Lakes Region tour (Outlet – Castel Gandolfo – Nemi) (55 Euro). In Castel Gandolfo, shaped around an elegant castle stretching into the sky, you will be captivated by the magic of this peaceful village where history and nature embrace at every step. The lake, resembling the bluest mirror under the sky, serves as a gateway to a fairy tale world with its tranquility and beauty. The Apostolic Palace located in the heart of the village symbolizes the beauty of fairy tales and historical grandeur. For centuries, popes have found peace and respite in this magical place. You will feel as if you are in a dream with its gardens and colorful flower-filled paths. Nemi is famous for its strawberry fields that shine like red jewels. The annual Strawberry Festival is celebrated with colorful festivities. After exploring Nemi, we have free time in Italy's most famous outlet region. These outlet centers offer attractive shopping opportunities for both locals and tourists. After discovering Rome's historical and cultural riches, you can enjoy a delightful break in these modern shopping centers, finding souvenirs for your loved ones and special items for yourself. Guests interested may also join the optional Rome Night Tour (25 Euro). In the evening, transfer back to our hotel and free time to rest.
Day 4 ROME - FLORENCE
After breakfast, we head to Florence. Upon arrival, we start our city tour of Florence. Florence holds a unique significance in world cultural heritage as the birthplace and development hub of the Renaissance. The city has witnessed great developments in art, science, and philosophy. Under the patronage of the Medici family, great artists and scientists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, and Brunelleschi have worked here. An open-air art gallery, Florence features the Arno River dividing the city, the Ponte Vecchio bridge famous for its jewelers, Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza Della Signoria housing the masterpieces Hercules and David, and the Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore Duomo) famous for having Italy's tallest third dome and its renowned baptistery. In the evening, return to our hotel in Montecatini and have free time to rest.
Day 5 FLORIDA – (SIENA – SAN GIMIGNANO – PISA)
After breakfast, there’s free time. Guests interested may join the optional Tuscany (Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa) tour (100 €) organized by our guide. Our first stop on the tour is the historic and romantic Italian city of Pisa. Of course, everyone’s first thought is the Leaning Tower of Pisa. This world-famous tower is located in Piazza dei Miracoli, or Miracle Square. This square dazzles not only with the tower but also with the magnificent Duomo Cathedral and Baptistery made of white marble. Each, displays the artistic and architectural riches of medieval Italy. After visiting the Leaning Tower of Pisa and the nearby Miracle Square, we head to San Gimignano. As we step into the medieval town of San Gimignano, the first thing that catches your attention will be the towers. Once there were 72 towers, now only 14 remain. These towers were built to showcase the power and wealth of wealthy families. Piazza del Duomo is the center of social and religious life in the town. Here lies the San Gimignano Cathedral, built in the 12th century, featuring magnificent frescoes reflecting the spirit of medieval Italy. Next to the cathedral is the Palazzo del Popolo (Town Hall). Our next stop is Piazza della Cisterna. This enchanting square takes its name from an ancient cistern in the middle. The square feels like walking through a time tunnel with its stone buildings and historical structures. Here, you can explore small shops selling local products and handmade souvenirs and taste one of the world’s most delicious ice creams at the famous gelateria (Gelateria Dondoli) located at the corner of the square. After the tour, we move to Siena. Arriving in Siena, the first place we will see is Piazza del Campo, the heart of the city. This vast and sloping square is considered one of the most beautiful squares in the world. In the center of the square is Fonte Gaia, a fountain made of marble. The square hosts the famous horse race, Palio di Siena, held twice a year. This race features horses from 17 different contradas (neighborhoods) and is an exciting event. The Siena Cathedral (Duomo di Siena) is also among the places to visit. This magnificent Gothic structure is adorned with white and green marble. Walking through the narrow and winding streets of Siena, history greets you at every corner. While strolling through the city, you might come across a wall fresco or an ancient stone structure. In the evening, return to our hotel in Montecatini and have free time to rest.
Day 6 FLORENCE – VENICE
After breakfast, we head to Venice. Upon arrival at Venice's Tronchetto square, we take a short boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and start our panoramic city tour. At the end of St. Mark's Square, you will find the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica. This basilica is known for its golden mosaics and Byzantine-style architecture. The famous Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri) is also here, where prisoners took one last look at the city before being taken to their cells. During our city tour, we will see the Grand Canal, the Rialto Bridge, the Doge's Palace, the Bell and Clock Tower, and the Church of San Giorgio Maggiore. When you arrive in Venice, the first thing that catches your eye is, of course, the water routes. The Grand Canal (Canal Grande) is the main artery of the city, and along this canal, magnificent palaces from the Renaissance era line up. After the tour, we will transfer to your hotel in Venice and have free time to relax.
Day 7 VENICE – (VERONA - GARDA)
After breakfast, there’s free time. Guests interested may join the optional Verona and Lake Garda tour organized by our guide (70 €). We visit Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, to rest and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. The waters of Lake Garda shine in the most beautiful shades of emerald green and blue. Walking around the lake or simply gazing at the view is incredibly relaxing. After visiting Lake Garda, we proceed to Verona. Verona is recognized as one of Italy’s most romantic and historic cities. This city is rich in historical and cultural heritage and is also the setting for William Shakespeare’s famous work, “Romeo and Juliet.” After touring the medieval buildings, impressive structures, and enchanting atmosphere of Verona, we return to our hotel and have free time to rest.
Day 8 VENICE - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, rooms must be checked out, and we will transfer to Venice airport at the time indicated by your guide. We take the scheduled flight of Turkish Airlines to Istanbul. With our arrival at Istanbul Airport, our tour and services come to an end.
We look forward to meeting again on another tour where we will experience unforgettable moments.
Round-trip economy class airfare with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul (IST) to Rome (FCO) / Venice (VCE)
Airport taxes
7 nights accommodation with breakfast in the selected hotel category
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
All city transfers with our private buses
Rome tour
Florence tour
Venice tour
Professional Turkish-speaking guiding and assistance services
TURSAB professional liability insurance
Vaporetto fee 20 € (Must be paid to the guide on the first day.)
Hotel city taxes 35 € for 7 nights (Must be paid to the guide on the first day.)
Visa fee, service charge
Travel health insurance (Comprehensive Covid-19 coverage)
Lunch and dinner not specified in the program
All personal expenses and hotel extras
International departure tax
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
Tourist city taxes
Driver tips 5 Euro per person (optional)
IMPORTANT NOTES
Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 30 people. In case sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, the last cancellation notification date is 20 days prior to the tour departure. The canceled tour due to insufficient participation will be informed to you through your agency.
Extra tours organized within the scope of the tour program are arranged based on participation. For guests not participating in these tours, transfer service between the hotel and city center is not provided. Since the capacity of transfer vehicles is planned according to the number of guests participating in the extra tours, and necessary notifications are made accordingly, only extra tour participants can benefit from this service.
In cases where only category information is provided without specifying names and/or where there are alternative options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be informed by your agency 48 hours before the start of the trip.
During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the specified kilometers. In such cases, you will be informed by your agency 15 days before the departure date of the tour.
Triple rooms may be available depending on hotel availability, and the bed allocated to the 3rd person in these types of rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds consist of folding and coach beds, Tour participants in reservations for the 3rd person and/or child acknowledge that they accept any overcrowding and bed type that may occur in the rooms. Child discounts apply for single children who meet the age group criteria staying with 2 adults.
Breakfasts included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country visited and generally consist of a limited menu called continental breakfast, including butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for groups.
The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are organized for a general introduction to the cities and are conducted panoramically with narration from the guide within the vehicle, not including museum or historical site entrances, for a maximum of 2-3 hours. Panoramic tours are not the responsibility of GlobDMC in cases where they cannot be realized due to the prohibition of local authorities for visits on the designated day and time, or due to closed roads for any event, or if the tour becomes impossible due to weather conditions. Some tours may be conducted by public transport or on foot where vehicle access is not allowed.
In cases where only category information is provided and/or alternative information is available for the same destination, you can learn about the hotel(s) you will be staying at 48 hours before the trip begins.
The participant agrees in advance to pay for museum & archaeological site entrances, city taxes, and any costs for items such as audio earphones for guided tours specified in the program, acknowledging that they have been fully and completely informed about these expenses.
In our promotional and early booking campaign tours, cancellations and changes by the guest are not allowed.
GlobDMC acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delays in scheduled and charter flights, or flight hours may change before the existing trip. GlobDMC is obligated to inform you of these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers are aware that flight details may change and have accepted this by purchasing the tour. Children aged 0-2 years do not have to pay airport tax and fees.
VISA
Visa application is required for T.C. citizens. To apply for a visa, it is necessary to apply with a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel completion and the documents listed in our agency's "Required Documents for Visa."
Guests traveling with a T.C. green passport must renew their passport if it was issued over 10 years ago. Otherwise, they may be denied entry into the country they are visiting and/or the airline may refuse their flight. In this case, the responsibility lies with the passenger.
Green passport holders do not need a visa, and a passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel completion is sufficient.
Obtaining a visa does not guarantee entry into the country, as the passport police have the authority to deny entry. GlobDMC is not responsible for this situation; the responsibility lies with the passenger.
To avoid issues at the customs police at the border of the country to be visited due to torn, worn, wet, or similarly damaged passports, such passports should be renewed, and if the country requires a visa for T.C. citizens, the corresponding visa must be in the new passport. Otherwise, the responsibility lies with the passenger.
Our guests under 18 years old, when traveling alone or with only one parent, may be asked by the police to show a document indicating the joint consent of both parents at the country’s entry-exit points. Therefore, we advise those under 18 and their parents to be sensitive about this matter.