Tour details
Day 1 Istanbul - Venice
Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departure Terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage and ticket procedures, depart for Venice. Arrive in Venice local time. Our private vehicle and guide will transfer us to the Venice Island. Upon arrival, we begin a panoramic city tour. Destinations include San Marco Square, Basilica, Doge's Palace, Clock Tower, Torture Bridge, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. Guests may optionally join an extra gondola ride (€30). Additionally, you can join the Grand Canal tour (€55) to see the city’s beauty and historic structures from a boat on the famous Grand Canal. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 2 Venice - Florence (Montecatini)
After breakfast, we head to Florence. Upon arrival, we start a panoramic city tour exploring the historic streets and squares, ending at Piazza Della Repubblica. Guests who wish may continue with an optional Medici Heritage and Renaissance Artifacts tour (€45). The detailed tour includes visits to the Palazzo Vecchio, Signoria Square with its sculptures, Uffizi Gallery, the historic Ponte Vecchio, the Medici corridor, Dante Alighieri’s house, Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore) with its famed Dome, Baptistery with the "Gate of Paradise," and historic markets. Transfer to the hotel afterward and overnight stay.
Day 3 Florence (Montecatini)
After breakfast, free day. Guests may join an optional full Toskana tour (€145) to Pisa, San Gimignano, and Volterra. Pisa is famous for its Leaning Tower, cathedral, and baptistery in Miracoli Square. San Gimignano is known as the "Town of the 13 Towers" and features the Cistern Square. Volterra, a medieval town with Etruscan and Roman history, has sights like the Roman Theater, forum ruins, Priori Square, and a cathedral. Enjoy shopping and local flavors. Return to the hotel for the night.
Day 4 Florence (Montecatini) - Rome
After breakfast, transfer to Rome. Upon arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour of Rome, viewing the Vatican (Saint Peter’s Basilica), Castel Sant'Angelo, and ancient sites like Circo Massimo. Photo stops at the Colosseum and other highlights. After the tour, free time. Guests may opt for an optional Rome Night Tour (€45) to see the city's illuminated major landmarks. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.
Day 5 Rome
After breakfast, free day. Guests may join an optional tour to Lake Albano, Nemi (Strawberry Village), and Castelli Romani Outlet (€95). Explore the natural beauty and summer residences of the popes in this area. Later, visitors can go shopping at Castel Romano Designer Outlet. Alternatively, guests can join an optional Rome Monuments & Masterpieces tour (€65), exploring the ancient Pantheon, Piazza Navona with its Baroque fountains, the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Castel Sant’Angelo, and more. This guided tour allows for an in-depth discovery of Rome’s rich history. Return to the hotel for overnight.
Day 6 Rome - Istanbul
After breakfast, check-out from the hotel and transfer to the airport. Depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Arrive in Istanbul and conclude the tour.
What's included
- THY scheduled flights between Istanbul (IST) and Venice / Rome – Istanbul (IST) economy class airplane tickets
- 5 nights – 6 days; 1 night in Venice area (Quarto d’Altino, Spinea, Padova, Cittadella, Brenta, Treviso, Mira, Mirano, Mogliano, etc.), 2 nights in Florence Montecatini, Pistoia or Prato area, – 2 nights in Rome (25-35 km from the city center); bed and breakfast, 3 and/or 4-star hotel accommodations.
- All Airport – Hotel Transfers
- Intercity bus transfers
- Panoramic Venice, Florence and Rome City Tours
- Turkish-speaking Guide Services throughout the entire tour
Need to Know
GENERAL CONDITIONS
1- The General Conditions are an integral part of the tour program and cannot be considered separately from it.
2- If sufficient participation is not achieved for the trip, Wtatil may cancel the tour up to 21 days before the departure date. In such case, the cancellation notice is communicated to the guests. The full tour price is refunded to the guest. For additional services purchased outside the package; if an internal connecting flight has been purchased from Wtatil, it will also be refunded. If a visa service or travel health insurance has been used for visa application on behalf of the guest, these services cannot be refunded once used. If no visa application has been made, the visa and travel health insurance fees are canceled and refunded. If the guest purchased an internal connecting flight from a provider other than Wtatil, they cannot claim any refund from Wtatil if the tour is canceled. The guest accepts in advance any material or moral losses resulting from the cancellation, and Wtatil cannot be held responsible.
3- If sufficient participation is not achieved, Wtatil reserves the right to cancel the tour in good faith. In this case, the arrangements will be made personally for the guest, and the tour guide service included in the package will only cover transfer from and to the international departure/return points.
Cancellation and Changes
4- Guests can cancel their participation without penalty by notifying Wtatil in writing at least 30 days before the departure date, excluding flight tickets paid to or committed with the airline. If the cancellation is requested less than 30 days before the start date, a penalty of 50% of the remaining tour fee applies if the start is within 31 days or more. For cancellations 15 days or less before departure, the full tour fee is penalized. Additional services such as internal connections, visa services, or travel insurance are subject to different cancellation/refund conditions depending on when the cancellation is requested; prior inquiry is necessary. Wtatil cannot guarantee refunds for additional services.
Guidance Services and Extra Tours
5- The days and times of tours specified in the program may be changed by the guide, depending on the opening/closing status of museums and historical sites at the locations and weather conditions. During tours, different guides may accompany guests.
6- Panorama city tours included in the package are short (max 2-3 hours), offering general city introductions through bus narration, excluding museum and historic site entries. These tours, including other included tours, may be changed or canceled by local authorities or due to weather or road closures, and Wtatil is not responsible. Some tours may be carried out by public transportation or on foot if roads are inaccessible or restrictions are in place.
7- Our guide may change the city tour or additional tour dates based on the content of the tours, the number of participants, or site closures. This also applies to schedule changes caused by flight adjustments.
8- For tours conducted via speedboats: avoid eating heavy meals immediately before boarding and do not drink excessive amounts of water. Guests with stomach, back, neck issues, or pregnant guests should inform guides of their conditions.
9- Services included in the prices are non-refundable if guests do not participate in the specific tour or meal services.
Flight Information
10- Wtatil acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline; in case of disputes, Turkish law, the Hague Protocol, and the Warsaw Convention will apply.
11- Scheduled and charter flights may experience delays or schedule changes. Wtatil will inform guests as soon as possible. Guests accept the risk of flight time changes or cancellations when purchasing the trip.
12- Children aged 0-2 only pay airport taxes.
13- According to airline rules, if a round-trip ticket's outbound flight is not used, the return flight will be canceled by the airline.
14- Check-in and boarding procedures for flights are personal; guests must complete these processes at the airport or online before departure. Wtatil is not responsible for any issues once the ticket is issued.
15- Flight delays, gate changes, and announcements are made at airports. Guests must monitor such updates themselves.
16- Guests must arrive at the airport at the specified times and complete check-in and boarding procedures; Wtatil is not responsible if guests miss their flight. Missing a flight means guests will need to purchase new tickets and cover all related costs to participate in the tour afterward.
17- The general baggage weight limit for flights from Turkey is 20 kg, though this may vary by airline and destination country. Domestic flights in some countries may have a 15 kg limit. Excess baggage fees are set by airlines; Wtatil is not responsible.
18- Guests may upgrade their tickets to business or first class using frequent flyer miles, depending on airline availability after tickets are issued. No mileage guarantee exists; only check if your tickets are eligible for upgrade.
19- Some airlines may charge extra for meals and online check-in services.
Other Matters
20- Wtatil is not responsible for changes or cancellations made directly with the hotel by the guest. In such cases, hotel cancellation policies apply.
21- If hotel names are not specified and only categories are given, or if options are provided for the same destination, Wtatil will notify guests 48 hours before departure.
22- During special periods (fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc.), hotels may be located further from specified locations or distances. Wtatil will notify guests 15 days before departure in such cases.
23- During tour registration, guests must accurately provide their passport names, birth dates, and passport numbers. Tickets are issued based on this information. Incorrect information may result in cancellation or change fees paid by the guest.
24- To use your mobile phone abroad, check with your service provider before leaving Turkey to ensure service is active.
25- Hotel check-in time is from 15:00, and check-out is by 12:00.
26- Wtatil will communicate special room requests (high floor, close to common areas, smoking/non-smoking room, bed type) to the hotel; the final room allocation depends on availability and cannot be guaranteed.
27- Breakfast offerings vary from traditional Turkish rich breakfasts to continental style, often including bread, butter, jam, tea, and coffee. Groups may be served in a separate dining area.
28- Some rooms may have double beds instead of twin beds, with most European hotels offering convertible twin rooms.
29- Child and extra bed policies vary by hotel and room type.
30- Extra beds and cribs are provided upon request, subject to availability and hotel approval.
31- The maximum capacity for extra beds or cribs per room is one.
32- In triple rooms, the third bed may be smaller or different from standard beds; these rooms usually have one large bed plus an extra or sofa bed. Guests agree to any discomfort caused by such arrangements.
33- If the number of adults and children or the ages of children is incorrectly declared in hotel reservations, the hotel may charge additional fees; responsibility lies with the guest for incorrect declarations. The hotel may require ID for children.
34- For reservations with 2 adults and 1 child, the child may not have a separate bed; child discounts only apply when the child shares a room with two adults within specified age ranges.
35- Currency exchange rate fluctuations during the day are reflected in prices. Payment amounts are based on current rates. Additional services purchased at the hotel (mini-bar, iron, etc.) are extra and paid directly at the hotel.
36- Different countries may apply various city, tourism, or local taxes at entry or exit. These are collected by the hotel from guests.
37- Distance programs are map-based; traffic, weather, local conditions, road work, or other factors may extend travel times.
38- Wtatil may, for operational reasons or under special circumstances, change the order of cities or major airlines without altering the core program.
39- Guests are responsible for their personal belongings, including bags, passports, and IDs. Wtatil is not liable for lost, forgotten, stolen, or damaged items. Costs incurred in recovering lost items are borne by the guest.
40- Travelers must carry their travel health insurance policies along with relevant medicines and documents.
41- Extra costs, such as deposits for hotel security or visas, may be requested at check-in. Refunds for deposits are handled between the hotel and guest, and Wtatil has no interference.
Visa and Passport
42- No visa application is required for Turkish citizens.
43- Passports must be valid for at least six months from the travel end date.
44- To obtain entry/exit stamps at border crossings, passports need at least 2 blank pages.
45- Visa exemption for entry into these countries does not guarantee entry; border security may refuse entry or exit. Wtatil is not responsible; responsibility lies with the traveler.
46- Guests holding passports of other countries or dual citizenship using a different passport must consult relevant consulates about visa requirements; Wtatil is not responsible for any consequences of non-compliance.
47- Worn, torn, wet, or damaged passports must be renewed to avoid problems at border crossings; responsibility is with the traveler if not.
48- Minors under 18 traveling alone or with only one parent may be asked for a notarized consent written by the parent(s). Guests are advised to be prepared for such requirements.