Semester Special Magnificent Big Italy Tour with Turkish Airlines 7 Nights 2026 ATS001

**Day 1 İstanbul – Milan** Meet 3 hours before departure at the Turkish Airlines counter in the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart for Milan on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 08:05. Upon arrival at 09:10 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with the vehicle waiting for us at the airport. In Milan, known for its wealth of historic and modern sights, places to be seen include the Duomo Cathedral, one of the largest and most magnificent Gothic cathedrals in the world; La Scala, one of the world’s oldest opera houses; Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, a stunning 19th-century arched shopping gallery; and Castello Sforzesco (Milan Castle), with its splendid architecture. After the tour, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) and Outlet Center Tour. (75 Euro) Our first stop on this tour is Como. Named after Lake Como, with which the city is identified, this city is a unique nature-filled attraction drawing visitors from all over the world. Besides its architectural beauty reflecting Gothic and Renaissance styles, Como is also notable for the homes of world-famous names such as Madonna and George Clooney. Our second stop is Lugano. Lake Lugano is a captivating lake located in southern Switzerland at the foothills of the Alps. This lake combines the cultural and natural features of both Switzerland and Italy. After visiting this city, famous for its magnificent views and elegant shopping streets, we stop for shopping at an outlet featuring world-famous brands. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel. **Day 2 Milan – Verona – Venice** After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Venice. En route, we take part in the Magnificent Verona Tour. (Verona tour is included in the tour price.) Verona is a historic city in northern Italy on the banks of the Adige River and has a rich cultural heritage dating back to Roman times. The city, which evokes a sense of history, architecture, and literature, is known for Shakespeare’s famous work “Romeo and Juliet,” attracting visitors with the building known as Juliet’s House and its balcony. Among Verona’s impressive structures with medieval architecture, the 1st-century amphitheater Arena di Verona stands out as a magnificent Roman structure and still hosts major concerts. In addition, the city’s narrow stone streets and lively squares such as Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra reflect its rich history and cultural diversity. After the tour, we continue on our way to Venice. Venice, a historic fairy-tale city dancing on water, enchants visitors with its romance and mystery, wrapped like a labyrinth with canals and gondolas. On our city tour, places to be seen in Venice include San Marco Cathedral and Square, the Doge’s Palace, the Grand Canal, the Bridge of Sighs, and the Rialto Bridge. After the tour, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Gondola Tour on Venice’s Canals. (40 Euro) On this tour, carried out with traditional gondolas, one of Venice’s symbols, we will have the opportunity to see Venice’s canals. At the end of the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at the hotel. **Day 3 Venice – Bologna – Florence** After breakfast at the hotel, we set out for Florence. En route, we will carry out our Magnificent Bologna tour. (Bologna tour is included in the tour price.) Bologna is a historic settlement in northern Italy, built in the region between the Apennine Mountains, and stands out with its cultural richness. During the city tour in this beautiful city, Piazza Maggiore, the Basilica of San Petronio, the Podestà Palace, and the City Hall will be among the places to be seen. After the tour, we continue our journey to Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, the city where the Renaissance was born, our panoramic city tour begins. In Florence, a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel, our city tour includes the Duomo Church (Santa Maria del Fiore), the Baptistery, the Old Palace, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza Signoria. After the tour, transfer to our hotel and free time. Overnight at our hotel in Montecatini. **Day 4 Florence – Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano – Florence** After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Tuscany Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) Tour. (110 Euro) Our first stop will be the Leaning Tower of Pisa, one of the country’s symbols, famous for its tilted structure. After taking wonderful photos there, we head to Siena, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Siena, with its narrow streets and stone buildings carrying the magic of the Middle Ages, offers visitors a journey through time, and with its historic Piazza del Campo and impressive cathedral, it stands like an elegant fortress at the heart of traditional Italian city life. Our final stop on the tour will be San Gimignano. San Gimignano is a town in the heart of Tuscany, famous for its stone towers rising like a fairy tale from the Middle Ages. Known as the “Manhattan of the Middle Ages,” this impressive settlement is recognized for its 14 tall towers, the result of the wealth and prestige rivalry of the city-states in the 14th century. Its narrow, labyrinth-like streets and historic buildings vividly convey the traces of the past to visitors. In addition, this town, offering magnificent panoramic views, enchants with its artistic and cultural richness; its Gothic and Romanesque buildings, historic square Piazza della Cisterna, and captivating frescoes make it a true treasure of history and art. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel. **Day 5 Florence – Orvieto – Rome** After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Rome, the country’s largest city and capital. En route, we join the Magnificent Orvieto Tour. (Orvieto tour is included in the tour price.) Located in central Italy on a high volcanic hill, this impressive medieval town is famous for its magnificent Gothic-style cathedral, large square, and historic streets. The mosaics and detailed exterior of Orvieto Cathedral are both an artistic and architectural masterpiece. After the tour, we continue to Rome. The city, which has also served as the center of one of history’s greatest civilizations, has been the center of power, culture, and religion for about 2,500 years. Its historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city has an exceptionally rich historical legacy and a cosmopolitan atmosphere with magnificent palaces, thousand-year-old churches and basilicas, splendid romantic ruins, ornate monuments, elaborate statues, and elegant fountains. Places to be seen include Vatican City (St. Peter’s Cathedral), center of the Catholic branch of Christianity; the Colosseum, where gladiator fights were held; the Roman Forum, which was the center of religious, political, and social activities in ancient Rome; the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II (Vittoriano Emanuele); the Fountain of Trevi, known in our country as the Fountain of Love; and the Spanish Steps (Piazza di Spagna). After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel. **Day 6 Rome – Castel Gandolfo & Nemi & Vatican – Rome** After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Castel Gandolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican Tour. (85 Euro) Our first stop is Castel Gandolfo, home to the Papal Summer Palace, known as the summer residence of the Popes. This historic palace and its surroundings are famous for their impressive views and beautiful gardens. Then we head to Nemi Village. Located around Lake Nemi, formed inside a volcanic crater, this village is also known as the strawberry village because the region is famous for its fresh and delicious strawberries. The village is an attractive destination for both tourists and nature lovers with its historical ruins, narrow stone streets, and beautiful lake views. During free time, you will have the opportunity to stroll through the village and shop. After the tour, we go to Italy’s most famous outlet area and allow free time. In this outlet area, you will have the chance to shop at attractive prices. After the tour, we head to St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican, considered the center of Christianity. Upon arrival, free time for visiting the basilica and the square. While walking around the square, the obelisk in the center and the colonnades surrounding the square will fascinate you. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight. **Day 7 Rome – Naples** After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Naples. This energetic port city in southern Italy, full of historical and cultural richness, lies on the coast of the Mediterranean and, in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, offers a magnificent view with its lively markets, traditional pizza, and impressive historical remains, giving it a unique character. After the tour, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Pompeii Tour. (70 Euro) In this archaeological site of the ancient Roman city, destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 BC and uncovered thousands of years later, you will embark on a deep journey into ancient Rome with surprisingly well-preserved remains of settlements and daily life. Afterwards, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel. **Day 8 Naples – İstanbul** After breakfast at the hotel, free time until the time determined by our guide. Guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Sorrento Tour. (40 Euro) Sorrento is a charming coastal town in southern Italy on the Gulf of Naples. Known as the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is famous for its magnificent sea views, historic buildings, and lemon groves. Its narrow stone streets, traditional Italian architecture, and small boutique shops make it a true attraction for visitors. We strongly recommend not to miss this tour. After the tour, transfer to Naples Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1880 at 19:25. Arrival at 23:50 local time, and the end of our tour. Extra Tour Package: 420 Euro instead of 380 Euro - Magnificent Lakes (Como & Lugano) and Outlet Center (75 Euro) - Magnificent Gondola on the Venice Canals (40 Euro) - Magnificent Tuscany Towns (Pisa & Siena & San Gimignano) (110 Euro) - Magnificent Castel Gandolfo & Nemi & Outlet & Vatican (85 Euro) - Magnificent Pompeii Tour (70 Euro) - Magnificent Sorrento Town (40 Euro) (Children aged 0–10 receive a 50% discount on the undiscounted price)