Venice, Rome & the Amalfi Coast by Rail

Day 1  Venice        
Fly to vibrant Venice for the start of your Italian adventure and transfer to your hotel. This afternoon, opt to stroll through the narrow walkways and bridges along the sprawling canals of this unique city.

Day 2  Venice        
Head over to St Mark’s Square, home to the magnificent Basilica di San Marco to start your tour. Using the priority entry lane, you'll spend less time queuing and more time marvelling at the intricacies of this incredible structure and its history. Journey back through time as you roam the corridors of Doge’s Palace and absorb the fascinating history of the building. Experience the beauty of Venice from the water as you cruise along on a typical gondola, exploring the majestic waterways framed by towering Venetian Palaces.

Day 3  Venice to Rome      
After a leisurely morning,transfer by water taxi to the train station for your journey to Rome. Admire the rolling hills of the gorgeous Tuscan countryside as you sit back and relax. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel before heading out to explore the streets of Italy’s capital and perhaps savour some mouth-watering pizza or pasta.

Day 4  Rome        
Spend the day exploring Rome's most iconic sites on a guided tour. Starting at the Colosseum, journey back in time to walk the footsteps of the gladiators. From there, visit the centre of ancient political life at the Roman Forum and enjoy the views from Palatine Hill. In the afternoon, explore Vatican City and the Sistine Chapel, which boast a unique collection of both artistic and architectural masterpieces. Enjoy your informative guided tour around the ornate halls and galleries, which includes priority entry.

Day 5  Rome          
Today, set your own pace with a Hop-on Hop Off bus tour, exploring the city at your own leisure as the bus traces a route around Rome's historic landmarks. In the afternoon, perhaps relax in one of the city's bustling piazzas and tuck into a yummy gelato.  

Day 6  Rome to the Amalfi Coast          
Take a stroll down Via del Corso and browse the shops for any final purchases before heading to the station. Leave the lively capital on your short train journey to Naples and appreciate the beautiful views of the mountains and the sea along the way. Take your private transfer to your hotel on the renowned Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site with a backdrop of the verdant Lattari mountains cascading into the glistening Tyrrhenian Sea.

Days 7-8  Amalfi Coast  
Live la dolce vita, basking in the sun, admiring the spectacular sea views. If you are feeling more active, why not walk into Amalfi town, potter around the local shops and cafés or have a typical Italian coffee whilst watching the world go by at Piazza del Duomo? Opt to explore the quintessential labyrinth of steep streets, alleys and stairways representative of the area, hike the spectacular coastal paths, take public transport along the scenic 16^th Century road to some of the surrounding pastel-coloured, quaint villages or perhaps take to the turquoise waters on a relaxing local boat tour.

Day 9  Amalfi Coast        
After breakfast, soak up your last dose of the Amalfi sun before your private transfer to Naples airport for your flight home.