8 or 12 days
Italy

Florence was king during the Renaissance, and the city is still full of treasures from that transformative period in history.

Brunelleschi’s amazing Duomo changed the rules of architecture, and Michelangelo’s David is one of the great achievements in the history of art. In Rome, awe- inspiring remains of the ancient empire still stand, from the Colosseum to the Forum.

Due to national and/or religious holidays, some sites may be closed and your itinerary may be modified on the following dates in 2026: March 19, April 3-8, May 1, June 29, and August 14-15. These dates fluctuate each year—please contact us for more information.

  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

    Fly overnight to Italy

  • Day 2: Rome • Assisi

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Assisi

  • Day 3: Assisi • Florence

    Take a guided tour of Assisi

    Visit the Basilica of St. Francis

    Travel to Florence

  • Day 4: Florence

    Take a guided tour of Florence

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Piazza della Signoria
    • Ponte Vecchio
    • Chiesa di Santa Croce
    • Gates of Paradise

    Visit the Duomo

    Visit the Accademia

  • Day 5: Florence • Rome

    Enjoy a free day in Florence

    Travel to Rome

  • Day 6: Rome

    Take an expertly guided tour of Rome

    Visit the Colosseum

    Visit the Roman Forum

    Time to explore on your own or

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Roman Catacombs

    Roman Catacombs

    Opt to explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century. Christian burial grounds and priceless relics abound, and the art that lines the walls is world-class. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This optional is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.

  • Day 7: Rome

    Take a guided tour of Vatican City

    Visit the Sistine Chapel

    Visit St. Peter’s Basilica

    Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:

    • Trevi Fountain
    • Pantheon
    • Piazza Navona
    • Spanish Steps

    Enjoy a pizza dinner

  • Day 8: Depart for home

    Depart for home

Add 4 more days

  • Day 8: Rome • Caserta • Puglia region

  • Day 9: Puglia region

  • Day 10: Puglia region

  • Day 11: Puglia region • Matera • Rome

  • Day 12: Depart for home

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  • Day 1: Fly overnight to Italy

    Fly overnight to Italy

  • Day 2: Rome • Assisi

    Meet your Tour Director at the airport

    Travel to Assisi

  • Day 3: Assisi • Florence

    Take a guided tour of Assisi

    Visit the Basilica of St. Francis

    Travel to Florence

  • Day 4: Florence

    Take a guided tour of Florence

    With your expert local guide you will see:
    • Piazza della Signoria
    • Ponte Vecchio
    • Chiesa di Santa Croce
    • Gates of Paradise

    Visit the Duomo

    Visit the Accademia

  • Day 5: Florence • Rome

    Enjoy a free day in Florence

    Travel to Rome

  • Day 6: Rome

    Take an expertly guided tour of Rome

    Visit the Colosseum

    Visit the Roman Forum

    Time to explore on your own or

    Add this in-depth excursion:
    Roman Catacombs

    Roman Catacombs

    Opt to explore the mysterious world buried beneath Rome since the 2nd century. Christian burial grounds and priceless relics abound, and the art that lines the walls is world-class. Afterward, journey down the ancient Appian Way to the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls. Note: Sturdy walking shoes are recommended. This optional is not recommended for those who are claustrophobic.

  • Day 7: Rome

    Take a guided tour of Vatican City

    Visit the Sistine Chapel

    Visit St. Peter’s Basilica

    Take a self-guided walking tour of Rome:

    • Trevi Fountain
    • Pantheon
    • Piazza Navona
    • Spanish Steps

    Enjoy a pizza dinner

  • Day 8: Depart for home

    Depart for home

Add 4 more days

  • Day 8: Rome • Caserta • Puglia region

  • Day 9: Puglia region

  • Day 10: Puglia region

  • Day 11: Puglia region • Matera • Rome

  • Day 12: Depart for home

Interested in learning more about this tour?

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Your experience includes

  • Airfare & transportation

    Round-trip flights on major carriers; Comfortable motorcoach

  • Hotels

    6 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)

  • Regional-style meals

    European breakfast and dinner daily

  • Guided sightseeing

    4 sightseeing tours led by expert, licensed local guides (6 with extension)

  • Entrances

    Basilica of St. Francis; Accademia Gallery; funicular ride; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Sistine Chapel; St. Peter’s Basilica (with extension: Palace of Caserta; frantoio visit)

  • Full-time Tour Director

    Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.

  • Expert Local Guides

    Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.

  • Personalized Learning Support

    Our personalized learning experience engages students before, during and after tour, with the option to create a final, reflective project for academic credit.

  • Continuous Support

    Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.

  • Worldwide Presence

    EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.

  • 24-hour Emergency Service

    Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.

  • Peace of Mind Program

    Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.

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