Rome to Monterosso: Scenic Train Adventure 4‑Star

Highlights

Experience the beauty of Cinque Terre with a 48‑hour Cinque Terre Train Card, giving easy access to the five coastal villages

Explore Rome at your own pace with a 24‑hour Hop‑On Hop‑Off sightseeing pass, visiting icons like the Colosseum, Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona

Discover Tuscany’s Chianti region on a half‑day guided experience featuring vineyard visits and wine & local specialties tastings

8 days

From

AUD 2,020

per person, twin share

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Overview

Upgrade your Italian rail adventure with elegant 4‑star hotels throughout your stay. Begin in Rome with three nights in a centrally located 4‑star property and explore the city with a Hop‑On Hop‑Off tour. Travel by high‑speed train to Florence for two nights in upgraded comfort, including a guided Chianti excursion with wine and olive oil tasting. Continue to Monterosso for two nights in a quality 4‑star hotel and enjoy the Cinque Terre with a 48‑hour train card.

Inclusions

3 nights in Rome at Gambrinus Hotel - 4* or similar

2 nights in Florence at Hotel Executive - 4* or similar

2 nights in Monterosso al Mare at Hotel 5 Terre - 3* or similar

24h Hop On Hop Off ticket in Rome, including audioguide with commentary in English

2nd class high speed train ticket from Roma Termini to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station

48hrs Cinque Terre Train Card

Arrival private transfer from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Hotel in Rome city centre (transfer in only)

Daily Breakfast

Multilingual- Half Day Tour (by coach) from Florence to Chianti Area

Regional train ticket from Firenze Santa Maria Novella station to Monterosso with change in La Spezia or Pisa – 2nd class without seat reservation

Itinerary

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Day 1 Rome

Welcome to Rome! Meet your driver at the Rome Fiumicino airport and take a private transfer to your hotel. During the rest of the day free time at your disposal for a first exploratory tour of the Eternal City.

In case of an early arrival in Rome, we recommend to participate in a series of other optional activities (extra cost), such as a cooking lesson to learn how to make pizza or pasta and ice cream. For the evening we recommend a nice walk in the Trastevere district, full of typical restaurants.

Overnight stay in Rome at Gambrinus Hotel or similar.

Trastevere district

Day 2 Rome

After your breakfast at the hotel, enjoy the city with the hop on hop off open bus tour, which can also be used for getting around the city, ideal for those who want to go sightseeing on their own to discover the most famous symbols of Rome, such as the Colosseum, Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, Spain Square.

The rest of the day is free to explore the city. Alternatively, we suggest our tour of Imperial Rome (extra cost), to closely admire the monuments of the Roman Forum, enter the Colosseum and listen to our guide’s presentation of the evocative history of ancient Rome and the gladiators’ fights that took place there.

Overnight stay in Rome at Gambrinus Hotel or similar.

Breakfast

The Pantheon

Day 3 Rome

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel and day at leisure to discover Rome.

You can also choose to add optional experiences, like a guided tour of the Vatican Museums (extra costs), to admire Michelangelo's famous Sistine Chapel and other masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance more closely.

Overnight stay in Rome at Gambrinus Hotel or similar.

Breakfast

View of the Sistine Chapel

Day 4 Rome Florence

After breakfast at the hotel, you will reach Rome Termini station to board the high-speed train to Florence; the journey takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and enjoy some leisure time to explore the city, known as the 'Birthplace of the Renaissance' at your pace.

You can also participate in a guided tour (extra cost) of the Accademia Gallery, which houses the original of Michelangelo's famous statue of David.

Overnight stay in Florence at Hotel Executive or similar.

Breakfast

City of Florence

Day 5 Florence Chianti Florence

Enjoy your breakfast at the hotel. Afterwards, you will have the chance to discover the famous Chianti area and its rolling hills with a half day tour from Florence. This your will allow you to get away from the noise and crowds of the city and enjoy a relaxing afternoon in the world-famous Tuscan countryside. Your journey through the Chianti wine region begins with a visit to a beautiful family-run estate, whose belief is that making beautiful wine is an art.

You will see and have the opportunity to walk around the small vineyards on the hills above Greve in Chianti, where the family produces their fine Chianti wines, and explore the cellars while learning about the wine making and aging process. You will not be able to leave before having tasted Chianti wine accompanied by local products. Return to Florence.

Overnight stay in Florence at Hotel Executive or similar.

Breakfast

Chianti Vineyards

Day 6 Florence Monterosso

After breakfast at the hotel, we board the regional train to Monterosso with change in Pisa or La Spezia. The journey takes about 3 hours. Monterosso is the starting city to explore the famous Cinque Terre, the stretch of coast with 5 fishing villages perched over the sea: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. The two-day Cinque Terre Train Card is included, which allows access to the National Park area and the use of regional trains that connect the villages and of local buses.

Overnight stay in Monterosso al Mare at Hotel 5 Terre or similar.

Breakfast

Manarola, Cinque Terre

Day 7 Monterosso

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel and the rest of the day is to continue the visit of the Cinque Terre.

Alternatively, we recommend a wine tasting in Manarola or Monterosso to taste local wines or a Pesto experience to discover the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine with this homemade pesto (extra cost).

Overnight stay in Monterosso al Mare at Hotel 5 Terre or similar.

Breakfast

Beach in Monterosso al Mare

Day 8 Monterosso

Breakast at the hotel. Check-out and end of service.

Breakfast

Accommodation

Gambrinus Hotel

Rome
A prestigious early 20th-century building in Rome has been recently renovated to house a 4-star hotel. Located in the city's center, just a short walk from Via Veneto, the Spanish Steps, and Termini Station, our establishment boasts 57 rooms and suites. These accommodations provide a refined and exclusive atmosphere, featuring modern amenities and unique decor, with upholstered walls in luxurious fabric and distinct parquet flooring in each room.

Hotel Executive

Florence
The Executive Hotel in Florence is a luxury 4 star hotel in the historical centre of Florence. The Hotel enjoys a superb location next to the River Arno and close to Santa Maria Novella. Renovated to reflect the grandeur of Florence’s golden era and restore this historical building’s original presence.

Additional information

FROM price reflects the lowest available price within the advertised travel period (e.g. April to October). Pricing varies depending on travel dates, availability and demand, and may not be available on all departures. Higher pricing applies during peak and shoulder periods. Final pricing is confirmed at the time of enquiry or booking. Please refer to Pricing & Price Conditions for full details, including inclusions, exclusions and other conditions.

We work with a selection of hotels in each location. All bookings are subject to availability, which means our team will confirm your specific hotels upon confirmation and payment of deposit. The package price is based on 4-star accommodation.

Blackout dates may apply during festive season.

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