Enjoy reduced rates on our signature Marco Polo Tour - the same great itinerary at a fraction of peak-season prices. Ask about our low, low airfares from your home city to Italy.
Why Travel Italy in the Off-Season?
- Fewer Crowds: Visit landmarks, museums, and piazzas without long lines or packed streets.
- Comfortable Weather: Cool, pleasant temperatures make sightseeing easy.
- Greater Value: Off-season pricing means better shopping, dining, and overall savings.
- More Authentic Italy: With fewer tourists, you enjoy a more genuine local atmosphere.
Itinerary
MONDAY: Boarding your overnight flight and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime in Italy!
TUESDAY: Benvenuti a Venezia! Complimentary motorboat transfers from the airport to your hotel are available at scheduled times. Your Perillo rep will greet you at the airport.
Settle in, then enjoy a leisurely walk through Venice's enchanting alleyways.
Tonight, meet your tour director for a brief orientation and welcome drink, followed by dinner at a local restaurant.
Included: Dinner
WEDNESDAY: Explore Venice on a guided walking tour: St. Mark’s Square, the Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, and the Doge’s Palace.
Then, you'll take a scenic water taxi to Murano for a glass-blowing demonstration at one of the island's oldest studios.
The afternoon is free to explore on your own. Your tour director can suggest great spots for dinner - perhaps even Hemingway's Harry's Bar.
Included: Breakfast
THURSDAY: Depart Venice and head to Florence, with a visit to Padua's Basilica of St. Anthony en route.
In the evening, enjoy dinner at your hotel. A toast to Florence and new friends!
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
FRIDAY: Discover Florence: panoramic views from Piazzale Michelangelo, Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery.
Walk to Piazza della Signoria and Santa Croce, burial site of Michelangelo, Galileo, and more.
Tonight, dine at a top Florentine restaurant with great wine and company.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
SATURDAY: Take a short trip to Siena for a guided visit including the cathedral and Piazza del Campo.
Then visit Tenuta Torciano winery for tastings with Pierluigi Giachi - the world’s most entertaining sommelier - wine, olive oil, truffle oil, and a delicious early dinner.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
SUNDAY: Journey through Tuscany and Umbria to Rome. Spend your afternoon exploring on your own.
Later, enjoy a relaxing dinner in your hotel.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
MONDAY: Visit the Vatican Museums with a local guide, culminating in the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica (based on availability).
Tonight, you'll enjoy dinner in the charming Trastevere district, known for its lively streets and authentic Roman cuisine.
Included: Breakfast, Dinner
*St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums are subject to availability based on special events.*
TUESDAY: See Imperial Rome on a driving tour: Roman Forum, Circus Maximus, and Jewish Quarter.
Then, step inside the legendary Colosseum. Step inside the arena where gladiators once battled wild beasts for the entertainment of roaring crowds and the judgement of the Emperor. Feel the echoes of ancient glory and imagine the drama that once unfolded beneath your feet.
Evening free to explore Rome - don't miss gelato near the Trevi Fountain at San Crispino.
Included: Breakfast
*Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability*
*Please remember to bring your ID (not a photocopy) to enter the Colosseum.*
WEDNESDAY: Transfer to the airport for your flight home. Grazie for traveling with Perillo - arrivederci Italia!
Included: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Centrally located 4 & 5 star hotels
- More Motorcoach Legroom
- Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times
- Full Breakfast Daily
- 6 Dinners
- Wine Tasting & Olive Oil Tasting
- Wireless Headsets To Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly
- Travel Wallet, Baggage Tags and Travel Documents
- Baggage Handling Throughout (Except at Airports)
- Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges and all Tips For Hotel and Restaurant Personnel
- Professional Tour Directors and Licensed Local Guides
- Complimentary Wi-Fi On Our Buses
Activity Level
Italy’s charm lies in its cobblestones, hills, uneven paths, and stairs. Most guests—even older ones—find it easy to keep pace. You’ll likely average 8,000-12,000 steps on active days, so bring a pair of comfortable, well-broken-in shoes!
Dates & Rates
| Depart - Return |
Per Person in a Double |
Solo Traveler |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 18 - Jan 27 | $3,595 | $4,995 |
| Feb 1 - Feb 10 | $3,595 | $4,995 |
| Feb 22 - Mar 3 | $3,595 | $4,995 |
Triple room deduct $100 per person from the Double rate.
Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1500 from the Double Rate.
Hotel Info
Hotel Hilton Molino Stucky ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The Hilton Molino Stucky Venice offers a perfect blend of historic elegance and modern luxury. This beautifully restored 19th-century flour mill boasts stunning views of Venice, luxurious rooms, and world-class amenities. The Hilton Molino Stucky Venice is located on the picturesque Giudecca Island in Venice, just a short shuttle boat ride away from the bustling heart of Venice, including iconic spots like St. Mark's Square.
Venice
Hotel Plaza Lucchesi ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
The Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is a First-Class 4 star superior hotel located in the historic center of Florence. It is a luxurious, historical property from 1860, set right on the Arno, close to the Ponte Vecchio bridge and Piazza Santa Croce, and a short walk to the Uffizi Gallery and Piazza Duomo.
The hotel features a traditional restaurant that offer local specialties, the Empireo rooftop bar and an outdoor pool with breathtaking views of Florence.
Florence
Hotel Rose Garden Palace ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Our favorite! Rose Garden Palace Hotel is a distinctive spa hotel located in a restored historical townhome just off Via Veneto. Rooms are grand and spacious like American hotels, with all the comforts of home. Experience fine dining at Il Roseto Restaurant and relax in the heated indoor pool and steam room. Come and experience the wonderful service and ambiance offered at this hotel.
Rome
format_quote Testimonials
Our trip to Italy (Versuvius Tour) was an outstanding experience thanks to Daniela Senise and the Perillo Team. Daniela was an awesome tour director managing our itinerary while keeping an eye on all the details to ensure we had a great experience. I know there are others behind the scenes working on the details too and want to express my appreciation for them as well.
Ms. S.P.
We had a wonderful time on our Italian vacation. Everything was so well planned, we didn’t have to do anything, it was fabulous. The hotels we stayed at were very nice. The meals that were included were delicious. Really enjoyed our tour director Matia, she was so much fun and really taught us a lot of history. We will definitely use Perillo again. Thanks for everything!
Mrs. C.F.
