1st Day ISTANBUL – ROME
Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the International Departures terminal at Istanbul Airport. After baggage and ticket processes, we depart for Rome. Arrival in Rome according to local time. We will proceed to Rome with our special vehicle and guide waiting for us. After arrival, a **panoramic** **city tour of Rome**. During our tour, we will see some of the city’s most valuable treasures including the Vatican (St. Peter's), Castel Sant'Angelo, the remains of the ancient Roman Circus Maximus stadium, and the Baroque period streets **panoramically by bus**. A short photo break at the Colosseum, followed by free time in the afternoon. In the evening, for those who wish, we will set out for an **extra** tour of the famous squares of Rome that we have not seen before, exploring its streets and enjoying our time with a **Rome Night Tour (€45)**. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
2nd Day ROME
After breakfast, a free day. For those wishing, we will depart for an **extra** arranged tour to explore the unique landscapes of **Albano Lake & Nemi Village (Strawberry Village) & Castelli Romani Outlet (€95)**. We will visit the area of natural beauty where the popes used to spend their summers and the village of Nemi, famous for its wild strawberries. Continuing the tour, there will be an opportunity to shop at Castel Romano Designer Outlet, which features many famous brands. After this tour, in the afternoon, those who wish can join the **extra Rome Monuments and Masterpieces Tour (€65)**. This tour will take us to see the ancient Pantheon, the famous Piazza Navona with its Baroque architecture and fountain, the Trevi Fountain where legends say that throwing a coin ensures a return to Rome, the Spanish Steps famous for street artists, and Castel Sant'Angelo - the Angel’s Castle and its bridge. Prepare to lose yourself in the ancient stories and historical fabric of Rome as we explore the city step by step with your guide. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
3rd Day ROME – FLORENCE – MONTECATINI
After breakfast, we depart for Florence. Upon our arrival in Florence, we will commence our **panoramic city tour**, capturing photos of Florence's historic streets and squares, concluding at Piazza Della Republica (Republic Square). After a short break, for those wishing, we will continue to explore the capital of the Renaissance, UNESCO World Heritage Site Florence, with our guide. In the afternoon, an **extra** tour of the **Renaissance Works in the Footsteps of the Medici (€45)** will be available. During this tour, we will examine the monuments of this historical city step by step, accompanied by the life stories of Florentine artists and scientists who shaped the Renaissance. Places to be seen include Palazzo Vecchio, where the Medici family ruled in Florence, Piazza Della Signoria which hosts David and Hercules sculptures, Uffizi Gallery, the city’s oldest bridge Ponte Vecchio and the Medici Corridor, the house of Dante Alighieri, author of the Divine Comedy dating back to the 13th century, the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, famous for having Italy's third highest dome, and the Baptistery known for its "Gates of Paradise". After the tour, transfer to our hotel and overnight stay.
4th Day FLORENCE (MONTECATINI)
After breakfast, a free day. Those who wish can join the **extra** **Great Tuscany Tour (€145)**. This tour will include visits to areas such as **Siena – San Gimignano – Volterra**. **San Gimignano** (City of 13 Towers) is known for towers built by rival noble families in the 12th and 13th centuries, and the central Cistern square can be visited where shopping can be done at affordable prices. Siena is famous for its narrow medieval streets and small alleys, housing Campo Square, which is considered the largest square in Europe and is among the most important museum cities listed in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Other places to see include Siena Cathedral and Palazzo Publico (Town Hall). We will have an opportunity to enjoy delightful local food and drinks in Tuscany. **Volterra**, an ancient walled medieval town that has also been featured in Hollywood films, offers many experiences for visitors. During our visit to Volterra, we will walk in its narrow streets and squares with views of the magnificent Tuscan Valley. Among the places to see are the Roman Theatre, remains of the forum area, the Priori Square, the town's main square built in the 12th century, and the Volterra Cathedral. During our free time, you can taste cheese and the famous local wines from the small shops in the town or sip coffee in the historical cafés at the square. Return to the hotel after the tour. Overnight stay at the hotel.
5th Day FLORENCE - BOLOGNA - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, rooms should be vacated and free time. Those who wish can join the **extra** tour of **Tuscany Bella Pisa & Lucca (€95)**. **Pisa** is famous for its leaning tower, which is considered one of the most important historical monuments in the world. During our tour, we will visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the cathedral, the baptistery, and Miracoli Square, where guests can take photos in this historic city. **Lucca** is an Italian city located on the flatland of the Ligurian Sea, with the Serchio River flowing through it, known for its well-preserved Renaissance walls. Once you enter the walls, you will find streets planned in 180 BC filled with medieval buildings, restaurants, souvenir shops, and gourmet stores. After the tour, transfer to the airport. We will depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines’ scheduled flight, arriving in Istanbul according to local time, marking the end of our tour.