10 Days / 8 Nights Starting at $4250 PP (Land Rate)
Our Marco Polo Tour is the counterpart to our Vesuvius Tour. One featuring Venice, the other featuring Sorrento. Either way, you can be assured that Steve Perillo has hand-selected every hotel, restaurant, sightseeing experience and guide that will make your vacation the memory of a lifetime.
Itinerary
MONDAY: Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off to Italy on the adventure of a lifetime!
TUESDAY: Benvenuti a Venezia! We are pleased to offer complimentary motorboat transfers from the Venice airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.
After you settle in at your hotel, take a stroll through Venice. Get lost in the traffic-free streets and alleyways. There are so many wonderful things to see!
Tonight, we’ll meet our tour leader for a brief orientation and welcome drink, followed by dinner at our favorite restaurant in Venice just steps from St. Mark’s Square.
WEDNESDAY: This morning we’ll meet our expert local guide for a walking tour of St. Mark’s Square, the great Byzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and an inside visit of the Doge’s Palace. Next, we’ll board our mostoscafi to the beautiful island of Murano, where we will visit one of the oldest glass-blowing factories. Our glass masters will show us two different glass blowing techniques: the hand-blown glass technique creating a small vase and the carved glass technique, creating a small sculpture like a glass horse, fish or cat.
Next, we’ll board our motoscafi to visit one of the world’s oldest glass-blowing factories on the island of Murano.
This afternoon you’ll have a chance to get lost in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny piazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible to stray very far. But it won’t hurt to master the phrase Dov’è Piazza San Marco?
Dinner is on your own tonight and there are lots of great choices around your hotel. Even Hemingway’s famous Harry’s Bar is just around the corner. Your guide will be happy to make suggestions. Just ask.
THURSDAY: This morning it’s back to the mainland where we’ll meet our dependable driver for the ride to Florence. But on the way, we’ll make a memorable stop: Padua.
Visitors to Padua are often surprised by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron Saint of lost objects) is buried here in the serene Basilica which dates back to the 1200s.
Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner at our hotel. A toast (brindisi) to Florence and new friends!
FRIDAY: Florence, the fountainhead of the Renaissance—city of Dante, Boccaccio, Botticelli, and Da Vinci!
Enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the city atop Piazzale Michelangelo, followed by our tour of the Academy of Fine Arts where Michelangelo’s proud David stands, the majestic Cathedral built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its Gates of Paradise doors.
We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria and then to Florence’s most compelling Franciscan church built in 1294—Santa Croce. It’s not only an artistic shrine with frescoes by Giotto, but also the burial place of 270 of the city’s most eminent inhabitants—among them Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli, and Rossini.
In the cloister next door, we see the Pazzi Chapel— widely regarded as one of the most perfect early Renaissance creations.
Tonight, please be our guest at a fine local Florentine restaurant with flowing wines and great friends. A perfect ending to a perfect day!
SATURDAY: While the ambitious city of Florence was launching the Renaissance, Siena was her laid back country cousin. Just 30 miles South of Florence, she is considered the best-preserved medieval city in Italy.
Our guided tour will include the elaborately carved Gothic cathedral, Town Hall, and Piazza del Campo – site of the famous Palio horse race. You’ll have time for lunch on your own, shopping and a little more exploring.
This afternoon we’ll visit Tenuta Torciano winery in Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, the world’s most enchanting sommelier. You’ll learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and most importantly which glass to use with each wine! You’ll also get to experience an olive oil and truffle oil tasting…and of course have some fresh bread with it!
This will all be followed by a fabulous early dinner and wine tasting. Cin-Cin!
SUNDAY: This morning, we enjoy our drive south to Rome through Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio, the green heart of Italy.
This afternoon is yours to enjoy as you please – perhaps do some shopping, enjoy a gelato while people watching.
Tonight, we enjoy a typical Roman dinner at our hotel.
MONDAY: This morning, it’s a ten-minute drive to another country—Vatican City! With our expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a massive collection of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings.
Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.
***please remember to bring your ID (not a photocopy) to enter the Vatican Museums.
(Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.)
Tonight, we enjoy a delicious dinner in the characteristic district of Trastevere, one of the centers of the Roman night life. This lively area of tiny winding streets gives a taste of what one imagines Italy to be like, with cobbled streets and music-filled trattorias on every corner.
TUESDAY: This afternoon, we enjoy a relaxing, panoramic driving tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, downtown ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus, and the Great Synagogue, built in the heart of the Jewish quarter.
Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself. *** please remember to bring your ID (not a photocopy) to enter the Colosseum.
Tonight, you’re free to enjoy a night in Rome on your own with your new friends. Be sure to have an ice cream at one of the best shops in Rome, close to the Trevi Fountain, “Il Gelato di San Crispino.” Try the nocciola!
*Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability*
WEDNESDAY: This morning you board your flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. While we say arrivederci to Italy, we realize we’re taking a little piece of it back home with us.
Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family and please return soon.
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
Dates & Rates
Depart - Return |
Per Person in a Double |
Solo Traveler |
---|---|---|
Mar 9 - Mar 18 | $4,395 | $5,895 |
Mar 23 - Apr 1 | $4,450 | $5,950 |
Mar 30 - Apr 8 | $4,595 | Last Seats! |
Apr 20 - Apr 29 | $4,795 | $6,295 |
Apr 27 - May 6 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
May 4 - May 13 | $5,495 | $6,995 |
May 11 - May 20 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
May 18 - May 27 | $4,895 | Last Seats! |
Jun 1 - Jun 10 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
Jun 8 - Jun 17 | $4,895 | Last Seats! |
Jun 22 - Jul 1 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
Jun 29 - Jul 8 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
Jul 6 - Jul 15 | $4,750 | Last Seats! |
Jul 13 - Jul 22 | $4,750 | $6,250 |
Jul 27 - Aug 5 | $4,750 | $6,250 |
Aug 17 - Aug 26 | $4,750 | $6,250 |
Aug 24 - Sep 2 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
Sep 7 - Sep 16 | $4,995 | $6,495 |
Sep 14 - Sep 23 | $4,995 | $6,495 |
Sep 21 - Sep 30 | $4,995 | Last Seats! |
Sep 28 - Oct 7 | $4,995 | $6,495 |
Oct 5 - Oct 14 | $4,995 | $6,495 |
Oct 12 - Oct 21 | $4,995 | $6,495 |
Oct 19 - Oct 28 | $4,895 | $6,395 |
Oct 26 - Nov 4 | $4,650 | $6,150 |
Nov 2 - Nov 11 | $4,250 | $5,750 |
Nov 9 - Nov 18 | $4,250 | $5,750 |
Triple room deduct $300 per person from the Double rate.
Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1500 from the Double Rate.
Hotel Info

Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
If you want to sleep in a noble 16th Century residence, then the charming 4-star high class Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli is for you! Former illustrious residents included the Doge Foscarini, the Giovanelli Family and even Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart spent much time here during his Venice visits. The palace will invite you to relive Venice history with it's elegant architecture, sophisticated marbles and vintage frescoes.
In addition to the luxurious interior, the location of the Palace is splendid. Quietly overlooking the right bank of the Grand Canal between the Church of San Stae and Ca'Pesaro, one can find tranquility. Rialto bridge, the Jewish Ghetto and many museums are in close proximity. You can reach St. Mark's Square in two stops via the water bus.
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

Hotel Saturnia International ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Saturnia and International is just over 250 yards from St. Mark's Square and only about 100 yards from La Fenice Theater.
In 100 years of history, the hotel has refined its experience and combined tradition with elegance and style to accommodate all the needs of its guests.
Venice

Hotel Hilton Mulino 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
Air Info
Airfares are unpredictable and impossible to estimate at time of brochure printing. Your airfare can range anywhere from approximately $1,000 to $1,900 depending on your departure city. Additionally, current departure tax and fuel surcharges are approximately $650 per person and are subject to change.
Your exact airfare will be advised within 3 business days of booking your tour. You are under no obligation to accept Perillo's air schedule and quote. However, payment for tickets issued by Perillo Tours is due with "final payment."
Airfares DO include your roundtrip airport transfer in Italy at scheduled times, provided you arrive and depart on scheduled tour dates. If you wish to arrive earlier or extend your stay, airport transfers are not included.
Book Early
We strongly recommend you BOOK EARLY as lowest airfares are on a first-come, first-serve basis. Plus, more availability on the most convenient flights and best seats.
Affordable Upgrades
When you purchase your Coach ticket through Perillo Tours, you can upgrade to "Premium Economy" on select flights starting at $550 each way. For ultimate comfort enjoy Business Class/First Class for a surcharge of as little as $4,000 per person.
Security Measures
The Transportation Security Administration requires all passengers to provide the exact name as it appears on the government-issued passport, passport number, expiration date, date of birth and gender when making airline reservations. This information will be requested at time of booking for all flight arrangements made through Perillo Tours.
CRITICALLY IMPORTANT: Name corrections are subject to change fees, so please have your passport in-hand when calling us for flight reservations.
Arranging your own air?
Roundtrip airport transfers are provided at scheduled times if you arrive and depart the same day as the tour begins and ends. Click here for the schedule.
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What is the definition of Perillo Tours: PERFECTO!!!!!.
Perillo Tours met and exceeded all of our expectations. From the first day when our Tour Director Irena met us at the airport till the last day of our trip when she took us back to the airport. This was a carefree and stress free vacation , the only thing we were responsible for was being on time for our scheduled tours and dinner. The hotels were exceptional. Our favorite was the Westin Europa & Regina Hotel in Venice . We had a different tour guide in each city that we visited. Their knowledge of the museums and church's that we visited was incredible. This was the trip that we dreamed of to celebrate our 25th anniversary. Thank you Steve Perillo and your team. A special thanks to our tour director Irena for treating us like family.
Mrs. P.V.
We have recommend Perillo Tours to all of our friends and family and anyone we hear about who is thinking of going to Italy. We certainly intend on going back.
Mrs. W.M.