Journey from the Amalfi Coast to the Adriatic, experiencing some of Italy’s most beloved cities and sites on a tour that includes Rome, Florence, Venice, and a stay in a lovely Tuscan villa.
Highlights of Italy
16 days from $6,374 | includes airfare, taxes and all fees
Journey from the Amalfi Coast to the Adriatic, experiencing some of Italy’s most beloved cities and sites on a tour that includes Rome, Florence, Venice, and a stay in a lovely Tuscan villa.
Tour Details
WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY
- Sharon W.I had always traveled independently so this was my first experience with a group tour. I picked well! This was a great experience with a wonderful group of people. I loved the combination of being "guided" and opportunities to go on my own at times.
- Michael Z.The Highlights of Italy tour met all of my expectations. We thoroughly explored the abundant art and architecture of the regions we visited. The Smithsonian Journeys Expert and tour director were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and friendly, and the other members of the tour were as inquisitive as I am.
- Gary M. & Nina B.It is because of exceptional customer service consistently provided by your company and your guides that we choose Smithsonian Journeys as our #1 tour operator. We’ve had the pleasure of traveling with you multiple times and haven’t been disappointed yet. So thank you for the fantastic tour and thank you for the excellent service you provide!! We always speak of Smithsonian Journeys with pride!
JOURNEYS DISPATCHES
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Marmorata Hotel (Select 2022 Departures)
Amalfi, Italy
A former paper mill owned by the Camera d'Afflitto family, the Marmorata has been converted into a 37-room hotel overlooking the romantic Amalfi Coast. It boasts a tranquil, secluded atmosphere just 1½ miles from the town of Amalfi. Still owned and personally run by the d'Afflitto family, the hotel features a restaurant, bar, Internet access, laundry services, fitness center with Jacuzzi, outdoor swimming pool, and access to the sea. Each air-conditioned room comes decorated with a navy theme and fully equipped with a private bath with hair dryer, mini-bar, TV, and phone. Please note that you will need to negotiate a steep driveway down to the hotel.
Travelers on the following departures will stay at this hotel: May 3, 2022; May 17, 2022; October 4, 2022; October 11, 2022
Number of nights: 3
Hotel San Francesco (Select 2022 & All 2023 Departures)
Maiori (Salerno), Italy
Situated amongst orchards of citrus trees and floral gardens, the contemporary Hotel San Francesco stands across the street from the longest beachfront stretch of the Amalfi coast. The 48-room hotel features a restaurant and bar, safe deposit box, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, laundry service (for a fee), private beach with beachside bar, and a swimming pool overlooking the beach. Each air-conditioned guest room offers a private terrace and has a private bath with hair dryer, minibar, TV, and phone.
Travelers on the following departures will stay at this hotel: April 12, 2022; September 6, 2022; September 13, 2022; October 25, 2022; All 2023 departures
Number of nights: 3
Monti Palace Hotel
Rome, Italy
A 19th-centiury patrician building, the Monti Palace Hotel opened in August 2016. It is a stylish, contemporary hotel and a 10-minute walk from the Colosseum. Along with two bars/lounges, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a snack bar/deli. Free Wi-Fi in public areas also provided. Other amenities include a rooftop terrace, coffee/tea in the common area and concierge services. All 55 soundproofed rooms feature free Wi-Fi. Rooms feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. 46-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
Number of nights: 3
Grand Hotel Italia
Orvieto (Umbria), Italy
Located in Orvieto's medieval town center, this refurbished 19th-century building with hanging gardens is close to some of Orvieto's key points of interest, including the Palazzo del Popolo, Moro Tower, and the Duomo. The intimate 46-room hotel also features a bar, rooftop terrace, library, Internet access, and laundry service. Air-conditioned guest rooms have private bath with hair dryer, in-room safe, TV, and phone.
Number of nights: 3
Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda
Florence (Tuscany), Italy
The Hotel Borgo di Cortefreda enjoys a spectacular location in the heart of Tuscany, with sweeping vineyard views from the hotel’s garden-filled grounds. Amenities of this classic Italian villa include a restaurant and bar, spa, sauna, outdoor swimming pool with poolside bar, complimentary Wi-Fi access, and laundry service. Air-conditioned guest rooms include private bath with hairdryer, minibar, TV, and phone.
Number of nights: 4
Carnival Palace Hotel
Venice, Italy
Opened in August 2012, the contemporary Carnival Palace overlooks the Cannaregio Canal in the heart of historic downtown Venice. Along with a garden and waterfront terrace bar, the 67-room hotel offers Internet access and laundry service. Guest rooms have Venetian furnishings, private bath with hair dryer, mini-bar, in-room safe, TV, and phone.
Number of nights: 2
Activity Level 2: Moderate
Expectations: One of our Classic Land Journeys, this tour features visits to cities, iconic sites, and hidden gems in several different regions and stays at five different hotels. Although comprehensive, it is not rushed, but well paced and finely tuned. Expectations include long touring days with full-day motor coach excursions, standing and walking for long periods of time during city tours, museum visits, and outdoor activities. Daily walks of up to three miles, sometime including difficult terrain such as cobblestones and city hills (especially in Tuscan hilltowns), uneven pavement (especially archaeological sites), stairs without handrails. Many sites do not have elevators and longer walks may be necessary to get to city centers where coaches are prohibited. Most full-day excursions last from four to six hours, and there are ten afternoons at leisure. There are two longer coach rides of approximately three and four hours duration. On the Amalfi Coast, there is one boat trip and a drive along winding roads high above the sea.
Appropriate for: Travelers who are physically fit and comfortable with longer days of touring (both walking tours and coach time).
Venice Post-Program Option – 3 Days, 2 Nights
Enjoy time on your own in this most timeless of cities. Your tour price includes:
- 2 nights accommodations at Carnival Palace Hotel (Superior First Class)
- 2 meals: 2 breakfasts
- Transfer to airport
Carnival Palace Hotel
The contemporary Carnival Palace overlooks the Cannaregio Canal in the heart of historic downtown Venice. Along with a garden and waterfront terrace bar, the 67-room hotel offers Internet access and laundry service. Guest rooms have Venetian furnishings, private bath with hair dryer, minibar, in-room safe, TV, and phone.
WHAT OUR TRAVELERS SAY
- Sharon W.I had always traveled independently so this was my first experience with a group tour. I picked well! This was a great experience with a wonderful group of people. I loved the combination of being "guided" and opportunities to go on my own at times.
- Michael Z.The Highlights of Italy tour met all of my expectations. We thoroughly explored the abundant art and architecture of the regions we visited. The Smithsonian Journeys Expert and tour director were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and friendly, and the other members of the tour were as inquisitive as I am.
- Gary M. & Nina B.It is because of exceptional customer service consistently provided by your company and your guides that we choose Smithsonian Journeys as our #1 tour operator. We’ve had the pleasure of traveling with you multiple times and haven’t been disappointed yet. So thank you for the fantastic tour and thank you for the excellent service you provide!! We always speak of Smithsonian Journeys with pride!
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