1st Day: ISTANBUL – VENICE We meet at Istanbul Airport’s international departure terminal three hours before our flight. After luggage, ticket, and check-in procedures, we proceed to our scheduled flight to Venice with Turkish Airlines. Upon arrival at the airport, we transfer to our private bus waiting for us. Guests who wish can join the optional Venice Walking Tour (70 Euro – including Vaporetto and city entrance fees) with our guide. During our Venice tour, there will be commentary on Vaporetto, where we will see iconic landmarks such as San Marco Square, Basilica, the Doge’s Palace—built from marble and stone with columns imported from Istanbul—, the Clock Tower, the Bridge of Sighs, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Venice and enjoy free time for rest. Overnight at the hotel. 2nd Day: VENICE – MILAN After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Milan. On the way, we stop in Peschiera for photos by Lake Garda. Upon arrival in Milan, we will see the Milan Cathedral, one of Italy’s largest churches taking almost 500 years to complete, Fortress Castle, and the Vittorio Emanuele Gallery, home to Italy’s famous fashion boutiques. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Milan. Guests interested can join the optional Lake Como Tour (55 Euro), where we will see the luxurious Lake Como, famous for hosting European aristocracy, Hollywood stars, and wealthy jet-setters, along with its natural beauty and lifestyle. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Milan and have free time for relaxation. Overnight at the hotel. 3rd Day: MILAN – FLORENCE After breakfast, we depart for Florence. Upon arrival, we take a panoramic city tour of Florence. We will see the Arno River dividing the city, the famous Ponte Vecchio, the Palazzo Vecchio from the Medici era, Piazza della Signoria with the Hercules and David statues, the Florence Cathedral (Santa Maria del Fiore) with its towering dome, and the Baptistery, notable for its doors. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and have free time. Overnight at the hotel. 4th Day: FLORENCE After breakfast, guests can join the optional Mega Tuscany Tour (95 Euro), a full-day trip to San Gimignano, Pienza, and Pisa. San Gimignano is a medieval village known for its quality vineyards, cheese with porcini and truffle mushrooms, and its medieval walls. It gained fame from the Twilight series. The tour includes a panoramic walk with evening lights through the old city, during which participants can also visit Pisa, see the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, Baptistery, and Miracles Square, and take photos. After the tour, we return to our Florence hotel for free time. Overnight at the hotel. 5th Day: FLORENCE – CASTEL GONDOLFO & LAKE NEMI & LAKE ALBAN – OUTLET – ROME After breakfast, we head to Castel Gandolfo. Known as Nemi Village, this area features colorful houses with flowered windows, cobblestone streets, and charming shops selling famous local strawberries, all offering breathtaking views of the lake—like a fairy tale. At Castel Gandolfo on the Alban Lake, we visit the Pope’s summer residence and continue walking through this historic town, once a summer retreat for Roman emperors. Afterwards, we go shopping at an outlet store and then transfer to our hotel in Rome for free time. Overnight at the hotel. 6th Day: ROME After breakfast, we proceed to Rome. Guests can join the optional tour of Rome’s landmarks and Vatican (San Pietro) (95 Euro). The city tour includes Castel Sant’Angelo where Cem Sultan was imprisoned, Piazza Venezia where Mussolini addressed the public, the Vittorio Emanuele II monument, the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain from the film “La Dolce Vita,” the Spanish Steps with the statues, and the famous Floating Fountain. We then visit St. Peter’s Square in Vatican City, enjoy free time, and after the tour, transfer back to your hotel in Rome. Guests can also join the optional “Bohemian Neighborhood Night Tour” (25 Euro), exploring Trastevere, known for its popular restaurants and street food. Afterward, we transfer back to the hotel and stay overnight. 7th Day: ROME – BOLOGNA After breakfast, we depart for Bologna. On the way, guests can join the optional Orvieto Tour (30 Euro), a visit to this ancient Etruscan city known for its stunning cathedral and panoramic views. Once in Bologna, we take a city tour featuring Piazza Maggiore, Neptune Fountain, San Petronio Basilica, the Two Towers (Due Torri), and Bologna University sitting outside. Bologna is also called “La Rossa” for its red-brick buildings and arcaded streets. After the tour, guests have free time to explore local cuisine and shops. We then transfer to our hotel in Bologna overnight. 8th Day: BOLOGNA – ISTANBUL After breakfast, we transfer to Bologna Airport as scheduled. After luggage, ticket, and customs procedures, we depart from Bologna to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, our tour and services conclude.