Western and Central Europe: Venice, the Alps & the Flavours of Rome
Experience Overview
Three magical words everyone loves to hear: Germany to Italy. Sounds wonderful, right? Make the epic trip on this eight-day, hostel-based adventure that’ll have you exploring some of Central and Western Europe’s most iconic cities along the way. You’ll soak up the alpine scenery and vibrant charm of Innsbruck, wander the streets and canals of Venice, and hike around the crystal-clear waters of Lake Misurina. Worked up an appetite? Good, because you’ll make your way from Venice to Florence before wrapping up your trip in Rome with a foodie experience you (and your tastebuds) will never forget. Salute!
Highlights
- Hike in the Italian alps along Lake Misurina
- Learn of spine tingling tales on a ghost and legends walk in Venice
- Sample delicious local food in Rome
- Enjoy free time to explore these historic (and fun!) cities
Trip Details
Product Code: 2188
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle, train, and walking.
Guide Language: English
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: EDMRHW
Starts: Munich, Germany
Finishes: Rome, Italy
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Foodie Moment: Street Food Tour, Venice Your Foodie Moment: Florence Market and Food Tour, Florence
- Lake Misurina visit
- Market visit in Florence
- Ghost and Legends walking tour in Venice
- Food tour in Rome
- Orientation walks in Innsbruck, Florence and Rome
- All transportation between destinations
- 24 hour metro pass in Rome
Accommodation
- Hostels (7 nts).
- 7 breakfasts
Transport
- Private vehicle, train, and walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guide in Venice.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,991 ($249 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Munich
Arrive at any time, find a comfy spot in the hostel to relax or go out to explore before meeting fellow Roamies in the evening.
Day 2: Munich/Innsbruck
Get this adventure started and road trip from Munich to Innsbruck. Nestled snugly in a picturesque valley with panoramic views of the alps, Innsbruck won't disappoint. Get your bearings with the help of your CEO and spend some free time becoming familiar with your hostel and surroundings. Opt to wander along Maria Theresien Street, explore the Grassmayr Bell Foundry, or check out Ambras Castle, famous for its renaissance gardens. Get ready to fill your camera roll!
Day 3: Innsbruck/Venice
Pile onto the bus again and head into the epic scenery of the Dolomites. Think filling your feed with crystal clear mountain lakes and snow-capped peaks. Take a hiatus from the road and stroll around Lake Misurina in the province of Belluno. Known as the “Pearl of Cadore”, you won't be disappointed with what you find here. The mirror-like reflection of the mountains in the lake makes it seem as if you are walking in a dream.
But don't forget, Venice is the real end goal of today, so try not to get too attached to Belluno, we bet you already did. Tonight join your CEO for a nice cold beverage and see where the night takes you.
Day 4: Venice
“Oh what a night, what a beautiful night…” This tends to be the song stuck in our heads whenever a visit to Venice is on the table. Can't you just hear that accordion? After becoming acquainted with Venice's cuisine on a CEO-led food tour, and learning of ghostly legends, the day is yours, no judgments here on what you decide to do. From canals to gondola rides, and inspiring architecture, what's not to love?
The main city is small enough that you can walk it in several hours with the added bonus of getting those steps in. Explore the canals, relax in the small squares, and go cafe-hopping for coffee, pastries, wine, or all three, because why not? See Venice from the water on a gondola ride through the canals, run through the pigeons or people watch in St. Mark's Square, take an elevator ride up to the top of the Campanile Di San Marco for panoramic views of the city below. Your only real job today is to have a blast!!
Day 5: Venice/Florence
We promise your tastebuds will thank you and rejoice with what's on the menu for today's adventure. All aboard the train from Venice to Florence. Being one of Italy's most sought after food capitals, make sure you stuff your face while here. Eat the city's signature pasta and venture out of those comfort zones to sample any specialty dishes you may stumble upon. Your CEO will point you in the right direction on CEO-led food and market tour.
This evening happens to be perfect if you are looking to relax, eat some more (if you can), or recover from those food comas in your hostel before a quick highlight tour of the city.
Day 6: Florence
Live your best life on this free day in Florence! Grab some pals, lace up those walking shoes, and let the good times roll. Take in famous works of art hung in the Uffizi and Galleria dell'Accademia. “Oh and ah” at the grand architectural masterpieces of the Duomo and the Palazzo Pitti, and smell the flowers in Boboli Gardens. Looking for more chill vibes? We got you covered. Walk along the Arno and over the Ponte Vecchio before eating your way through the Firenze's many cafes, ristorantes, and gelato shops.
Day 7: Florence/Rome
Leave Florence behind and catch the train to Rome. Upon arrival grab your travel mates and enjoy a walking your before letting your appetites run wild on an afternoon food tour; cue those Italian fantasies. Sample pizza, gelato and more as you learn about the heart and soul behind Italian cooking.
The night is yours! Did someone say dance party?
Day 8: Rome
Depart at any time, or keep the adventure going across the Adriatic Sea on the next leg of this epic adventure.
We recommend booking post-tour accommodation to fully explore this magnificent city. Please speak to a G Adventures representative about booking accommodations in Rome after the final day of this itinerary.
Please note that if Vatican City is on your must-see list, we highly recommend purchasing your tickets online several weeks prior to your trip. Advance tickets can be reserved online at https://tickets.museivaticani.va/home. Same-day entrance to St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums (including the Sistine Chapel) cannot be guaranteed without advance tickets.
We also recommend pre-booking your ticket to the Colosseum to guarantee entrance and avoid long queues:
https://ticketing.colosseo.it/en
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Jessica R - Traveled, November 2023
Good experience (people/tour guide)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/21/2023
Samantha S - Traveled, November 2023
I think overall everything was wonderful. I do think it would depend how they'd like to travel in terms of groups etc.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/21/2023
Lisa D - Traveled, October 2023
I had an amazing experience on this trip!! The guide Cookie was incredible! All the experiences were worth it!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/21/2023
Filipe C - Traveled, October 2023
G Adventures is my only experience so far in this type of travel and I enjoyed it
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/07/2023
Saheta O - Traveled, October 2023
The itinerary and planning was good. The CEO was good. But there were many other issues I faced. Your team can give me a call and I can explain it in detail there. Thanks.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/24/2023
Ann Katrin S - Traveled, October 2023
Have time to explore the cities on your own. All the travel is organised by another person. You have always people around who support you when you need it and who give you tips
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/24/2023
Danielle S - Traveled, September 2023
Because it depends on the person
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/10/2023
Fallon F - Traveled, September 2023
The trip was great! The stays, activities and our CEO Luca was awesome.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/10/2023
Simon F - Traveled, September 2023
Itinerary was perfect for me and Andrei was an amazing leader
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2023
Ella C - Traveled, August 2023
Had an amazing time. It was well organised and a lot of fun. But I would have liked to stay an extra day in most places.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/12/2023
William G - Traveled, August 2023
The entire group that I was travelling with and the group leader Andrei were all amazing people, sharing the experience with them made it all the more enjoyable.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/29/2023
Rebecca D - Traveled, August 2023
Was the best and easiest away to ?solo? travel without being alone ever!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/29/2023
Sasha W - Traveled, July 2023
I think this trip had too many people on it (23). If it were a smaller trip, I think it would have been more manageable. At the same time, I understand that this might be the most cost effective way to do things as a company. I wasn't super impressed with my experience leading up to the trip with the website and app. They crashed regularly and/or wouldn't let me log in, a payment was messed up for awhile and the website wouldn't load what I needed sometimes. I did like how it was fairly straightforward and simple as far as just the information we needed to know. Overall though, the trip was what I expected it to be and I had a good time!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/15/2023
Victoria G - Traveled, July 2023
Roamies is the perfect option for those wishing to travel and stay in hostels, especially for the first time, because not only does it lower the cost of the trip, but it's a good introduction because everything is already planned for you and you stay in rooms with fellow group members, instead of strangers. This way, one gets the feel for what staying in a hostel is like without having to experience it for the first time with complete strangers.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/01/2023
Alina K - Traveled, July 2023
Some Hostels (Innsbruck, Rom) not so good. Only for people who like to stay in hostels
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/01/2023
Kate A - Traveled, July 2023
I will add a general comment at the end
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2023
Britteny E - Traveled, June 2023
As much as I appreciated the freedom to do whatever, I think having some planned events is nice to have too. Or at least a planned walk to places in the various cities like popular busting areas or local events/festivals that are currently going on in those cities. This is why I liked Venice a lot: we joined in a local festival that donates money to charity.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2023
Juhana S - Traveled, June 2023
Good experience, but this style is not for everyone.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2023
Katelyn M - Traveled, June 2023
Really good first way to solo travel. The whole experience though just depends on the people in your group. I could see how an introvert surrounded by extroverts could get overwhelmed
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/18/2023
Taylor P - Traveled, June 2023
Try experience wasn't perfect. However booking through a tour group makes traveling very convenient
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/04/2023
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