Complete Italy Tour with Turkish Airlines 7 Nights 8 Days Special Semester 2027 (MXP-FCO)

Day 1: Istanbul – Milan

Meeting at 09:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul New Airport. After check-in procedures, we depart for Milan on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1895 at 12:35. Upon arrival at 14:25 local time, we begin our panoramic city tour of Milan with our waiting bus. During the Milan city tour, Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Duomo Cathedral, and the city's famous fashion district will be viewed panoramically. Following the guide's commentary, free time will be provided in the city center. Guests who wish may join the "Milan Masterpieces Tour" organized as an extra by the guide. After our tour, we proceed to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Extra Tour: Milan Masterpieces Tour: €30 per person

We begin our enjoyable walking tour to discover hidden spots. First, we visit Piazza Mercanti Square, known for its elegant architecture and historical atmosphere, and explore structures dating back to the Middle Ages up to the present day. Next, we visit San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore Church, one of Milan's oldest churches. Known as "Milan's Sistine Chapel," this impressive building captivates visitors with its interior entirely decorated with frescoes. We continue our walk along Via Dante, one of the city's most stylish streets, offering a chance to observe daily life in Milan. Then, we reach the Brera District, renowned for its art galleries, cafes, and historic charm. In Brera, one of Milan's most characteristic areas with its narrow stone streets, art workshops, and boutique shops, we are given free time. Guests who wish can enjoy pleasant moments over Italian coffee or go shopping here.

Day 2: Milan – Verona - Venice

After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Venice. Guests who wish may join the Verona Tour organized as an extra by the guide along the way. After the tour, we proceed to Venice. From Tronchetto port, the last access point for vehicles, we take a vaporetto to the historic island. After a pleasant vaporetto ride, we disembark near St. Mark's Square, the historic center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. Here, motorized vehicles such as police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, municipal buses, etc., which we are accustomed to seeing in daily life, have been replaced by boats. During our walk along Riva degli Schiavoni (Shore of Slaves), one of Venice's iconic points, we view the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri), San Giorgio Maggiore Island, the exterior facade of the Doge's Palace, and two historic pillars symbolizing the city's entrance panoramically. After our walk, we arrive at St. Mark's Square, the heart of Venice and one of the city's most magnificent squares. Following the guide's brief commentary, we provide a photo break and free time for you to explore this enchanting atmosphere and take beautiful photos. Guests who wish may join the "Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour" organized as an extra to discover Venice's historical and cultural richness more closely. After our tour, we have free time and proceed to our hotel.

Extra Tour: Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour Per Person: €40

We explore Verona, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. During the walking tour, Piazza Bra, Arena di Verona, Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, Scaliger Tombs, and Juliet's famous balcony will be seen from the outside. Following the guide's commentary, free time will be provided to explore the city's historic streets, shop, or take a short break.

Extra Tour: Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour Per Person: €50

We receive information about the historical and architectural features of St. Mark's Basilica, one of Venice's most important landmark buildings, and explore the importance St. Mark's Square has held for centuries as the political and religious center of the Venetian Republic. Then, receiving detailed information about the Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio), Campanile (Bell Tower), and the Doge's Palace, we continue our walk through historic streets witnessing Venice's past. Continuing our tour, we move through narrow canals, secret passages, and historic squares reflecting Venice's enchanting atmosphere, exploring the area around Rialto Bridge and Rialto Market, one of the city's important trade points from the past to the present. We have the opportunity to closely observe the lively atmosphere of this area and take beautiful photos reflecting Venice's unique texture. We crown our Venice experience with the gondola tour, one of the most enjoyable and unforgettable parts of our program. Gliding through historic canals in traditional gondolas, we discover the city's unique architecture and romantic atmosphere from a completely different perspective. This special tour, where you will experience closely Venice's enchanting atmosphere interwoven with history, art, architecture, and romance, offers a discovery filled with unforgettable memories.

Note: The gondola ride is conducted shared according to the number of people using gondolas with a maximum capacity of 5 persons, in accordance with standard operations applied in Venice.

Day 3: Venice – Florence

After breakfast and check-out procedures at the hotel, we head to Florence. Following our arrival, we begin to explore Florence, the city considered the birthplace of Renaissance art; a city that led in European trade in silk, wool, gold, and banking; served as the capital of the Kingdom of Italy for a period; and was the birthplace of many important names shaping world history such as Dante, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo. During our panoramic city tour, Florence Cathedral (Duomo), Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, Palazzo della Signoria (now used as an open-air museum) and Piazza della Signoria, Loggia dei Lanzi, Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio Bridge with approximately 650 years of history featuring jewelry shops, Piazza della Repubblica, and San Lorenzo Market are among the places to be seen. After our city tour, free time will be provided. Subsequently, transfer to our hotel and overnight at our hotel.

Day 4: Florence

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the "Grand Tuscany: Pisa, Siena & San Gimignano Tour" organized as an extra by the guide. Overnight at our hotel.

Extra Tour: Grand Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano Tour): €100 per person

We explore three of Tuscany's most important cities in a single day. Our first stop is Pisa; Piazza dei Miracoli, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Cathedral, and Baptistery will be seen from the outside. Then, we move to San Gimignano, famous for its medieval charm and impressive towers. Here, we enjoy a pleasant walk in Cisterna Square and historic streets. At our final stop, Siena, among the places to be seen while walking through narrow medieval streets are the area around Siena Cathedral, Loggia dei Banchi, and Campo Square, famous worldwide for the Palio Horse Races. Museum and archaeological site entry fees in the cities are not included in the tour price unless otherwise specified.

Day 5: Florence – Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Rome. After our arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour of Rome in this enchanting city, the capital of world history and Italy. During our tour, we explore Rome's most important historical points panoramically. Our first stop is the Colosseum (Colosseo) and the nearby Arch of Constantine. Then, enjoying the view of the Roman Forum, we watch the city's unique panoramic view from Capitol Hill. Continuing, we see the famous Mouth of Truth statue located at Piazza della Bocca della Verità, pass in front of Teatro Marcello dating back to Ancient Rome, and reach the banks of the Tiber River. Our tour ends with the majestic view of Castel Sant'Angelo (Holy Angel Castle) rising by the riverbank. After our city tour, guests who wish may join the "Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour" organized as an extra by the guide. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel and settle into our rooms. Overnight at our hotel in Rome.

Extra Tour: Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour Per Person: €40

In this enjoyable walking tour where we will explore Rome's heritage of history, art, and faith together; Piazza della Repubblica, Piazza Venezia, and the Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II will be seen. Then, Fountain of the Four Rivers located in Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Fontana di Trevi, Spanish Steps, and Piazza del Popolo will be visited. In the final part of our tour, we move to the Vatican and St. Peter's Square and the basilica's exterior facade will be seen. Entry to St. Peter's Basilica will be made subject to security checks, visitor density, religious ceremonies, and the suitability of the Vatican's daily practices. Visits inside the basilica may be conducted in an individual tour format. Guide commentary inside may not be possible due to Vatican rules.

Day 6: Rome – Naples & Pompeii – Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, free time all day. Guests who wish may join the "Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour" organized as an extra by the guide. In the evening hours, guests who wish may join the "Rome by Night Tour". Overnight at our hotel in Rome.

Extra Tour: Pompeii Ancient City and Naples City Tour – Per Person: €120

We begin our tour at Pompeii Ancient City, buried under ashes by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Guided by a licensed local guide, after exploring the ancient city's stone streets, houses, shops, baths, frescoes, and mosaics, we move to Naples. During our panoramic city tour of Naples, Castel Nuovo, Royal Palace, San Carlo Theatre, Umberto Gallery, and the historic city center will be seen. During your free time, you may have the opportunity to taste Naples' world-famous street foods and traditional Italian pizza. The entry fee for Pompeii Ancient City is not included in the tour price unless otherwise specified.

Day 7: Rome

After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the "Nemi & Lakes Region + Castel Romano Outlet Tour" organized by the guide. After our tour, overnight at our hotel in Rome.

Extra Tour: Nemi Village & Lakes Region and Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour Per Person: €70

In the first part of our tour, the Castelli Romani region south of Rome, Castel Gandolfo, Lake Albano, and Nemi Village will be explored. After free time given in Nemi, we move to Castel Romano McArthurGlen Designer Outlet. Free time will be provided for shopping, dining, and resting in this open-air shopping mall offering discounted products from world-famous brands throughout the year. Visit durations are determined by the guide according to the daily flow of the program.

Day 8: Rome – Istanbul

After breakfast and check-out procedures at the hotel, free time. We perform our transfer to the airport at the time determined by the guide. We depart for Istanbul Airport on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1866 at 14:50. After our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 19:30, our tour concludes. We hope to see you again at our next organization...

Extra Tour (Full Package) Price

Milan Masterpieces Tour 30 €

Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour 40 €

Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour 50 €

Grand Tuscany (Pisa – Siena – San Gimignano) 100 €

Angels & Demons & Vatican Tour 40 €

Pompeii Ancient City & Naples City Tour 120 €

Nemi Village & Lakes Region & Castel Romano Outlet 70 €

Total Amount for Extra Tours: 450 €

%15 Discounted Full Package Price: 380 €

City 3* and 4* Hotels Etc. (Two example hotel names are given for each city)

Roma Relais Cristallo Tivoli 3* Etc. // Palace 2000 4* Etc.

Florence Park Hotel Moderno 3* Etc. // Hotel Terme Pellegrini 4* Etc.

Venice Le Calandre 3* Etc. // Roy Hotel 4* Etc.

Milan Hotel Esperia Rho 3* Etc. // Cosmo Hotel Palace 4* Etc.

Important Information

*The %15 Full Package discount is valid only when all extra tours are purchased as a package.

*Extra tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the start of the tour or through our regional guides during the tour.

*Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be made for purchased extra tours.

*Guests not participating in extra tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping mall, or a safe point determined by the guide depending on the tour operation. They are picked up from the same point at the end of the tour and re-included in the group.

*The order, content, and visiting hours of extra tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on weather conditions, official authority practices, and operational requirements.

*Sufficient participation numbers must be reached for extra tours to be conducted. If sufficient participation cannot be achieved, the tour may be cancelled or an alternative program may be implemented.