Overview
Italian Mosaic
Like the beautiful mosaics gracing the floors and walls of ancient Roman villas, we’ve brought together the most brilliant parts of Italy to create an impact with this visually stunning vacation. Hand selecting experiences from multiple regions of “the boot,” we’ve assembled an imaginative getaway with the brightest pieces of Rome, Florence, and Venice, plus the sultry Italian Riviera, the breezy Lake District, and the sunny coast of Campania. The pastel-tinted Cinque Terre fishing villages, the sparkling blue waters of Capri, and the lemon-tree-lined streets of Sorrento offer a vivid picture of Italy, while the pilgrimage destination of Assisi, the Roman ash preserved city of Pompeii, and the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa provide just the right accents. Traveling north, south, coastal, and inland, this multi-hued tour of Italy is a picture-perfect montage of memories.
Highlights of Italian Mosaic
Travelers Notes
We’ve packed everything you need for the perfect vacation—from hand-selected hotels and dining to the friendly expertise of Globus Tour Directors and Local Guides (with headsets to hear every word), to seamless transportation between destinations and VIP access to the world’s most iconic sites! Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi.
Private Touring
6 guests in a party: $2,891*18 guests in a party: $775*
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
Product Group
Italian Mosaic
UNESCO Sites
Archeological Site of Pompeii|Assisi (the Basilica of San Francesco)|Cinque Terre|Historic Centre of Florence|Historic Centre of Rome - various properties Vatican City|Piazza del Duomo Pisa|Portovenere (Cinque Terre and the Islands)|Venice and its Lagoon
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners
Itineraries
Day 1
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2
ROME Roman Holiday ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and see the Basilica. Visit the Colosseum and see the Roman Forum. Free time this late afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDARY LIVES Stand in awe and wonder amid one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements in the Sistine Chapel. Hear how in 1508, a young Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II to decorate the chapel’s ceiling – a request not welcomed by the 33-year-old sculptor Michelangelo’s 4-year project was indeed one of physical pain and psychological distress, while painting from scaffolds high above the sanctuary floor. Nevertheless, he created what is considered the most famous ceiling in the world, depicting the Creation of Adam in striking fresco style.
Day 3
ROME–PISA–FLORENCE The Tilted Tower PISA See the Leaning Tower en route to Florence. (B) 298 mi / 480 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT See architecture gone askew from the viewpoint of the Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa. Take the ultimate selfie in front of the Leaning Tower with a tilt of the head or other popular poses to commemorate your visit to the site of medieval art in this beautiful piazza.
Day 4
FLORENCE Fine Art in Firenze FLORENCE Guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s masterpiece, David, at the Academy of Fine Arts, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze “Gates of Paradise,” Signoria Square and Ponte Vecchio. Free time to explore. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTART & ARCHITECTURE Those lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world’s most magnificent art. Home to a wealth of Rennaissance masterpieces, Florence is famous for Michelangelo’s Marble Masterpiece, David, standing ready for battle in the Academy of Fine Arts. Outside, Piazza del Duomo and Signoria Square offer spectacular sights of Florentine Gothic and Renaissance art, architecture, and monuments.
Day 5
FLORENCE–CINQUE TERRE–LAKE MAGGIORE Italian Treasures FLORENCE Take a scenic drive en route to Cinque Terre.CINQUE TERRE [LF] Take a guided boat ride (weather permitting). Free time before boarding your train to Sestri Levante. (B,D) 298 mi / 490 kmLOCAL FAVORITEEPIC RIDE Take a stunning cruise on the coast of Cinque Terre for an exquisite look at sea, sky, and centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline.
Day 6
LAKE MAGGIORE. EXCURSION TO ISOLA BELLA AND ISOLA MADRE Island Beauties LAKE MAGGIORE Boat ride with an [LF] exclusive early guided visit to Isola Bella Palace, followed by refreshments and a visit to the Botanical Garden on Isola Madre. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE PICTURE PERFECT Isola Bella, together and the nearby Isola Madre are the starring beauties of the Borromean Islands and transport those who cross Lake Maggiore into a reverie of Baroque palazzos and perfect gardens. Amid the obelisks, statues, and sauntering peacocks, the magnificent features of the palace grounds at Isola Bella Palace evoke a sense of earthly paradise from another era. On Isola Madre, a showcase of exotic botanical beauty surrounds the 16th-century Palazzo Borromeo with magnificent magnolias, myrtles, wisteria, and citrus groves.
Day 7
LAKE MAGGIORE–LUGANO, SWITZERLAND–VENICE ISLAND, ITALY Swiss Views & A Scenic Cruise LUGANO Enjoy an orientation tour and free time.VENICE ISLAND Take a private boat ride on the canals. (B) 295 mi / 475 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CITY SIGHTS Discover the city of Lugano to see its mix of Italian and Swiss, style and culture reflected in its architecture and cuisine. Standing on the Lake northern shore, the city is surrounded by mountain peaks. Piazza della Riforma and pastel palazzos share the ambience of this lovely Swiss city with impressive architecture and bold and innovative street art.
Day 8
VENICE ISLAND Benvenuti a Venezia VENICE ISLAND Guided walking tour includes St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs followed by a glassblowing demonstration. Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC SPOT Locals simply call Piazza San Marco “la piazza.” As paired with the smaller Piazzetta, it forms the social, religious, and political hub of Venice, which Napoleon called “the drawing room of Europe.” St. Mark’s Basilica dominates the square, offering visitors a spectacular view of the great arches, marble embellishments, and the Romanesque carvings of its façade. Also gracing the square is Doge’s Palace – a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. The enclosed Bridge of Sighs, connecting the palace with the prison, is named for the prisoners breathing in their last view of the Rio di Palazzo on their walk to the prison’s interrogation rooms.
Day 9
VENICE ISLAND–ASSISI Medieval Marvels ASSISI A guided walking tour includes St. Clare’s Church and St. Francis’ Basilica. (B,D) 261 mi / 420 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTICONIC FOOTSTEPS Walk in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi with a visit to the Basilica named after the deacon, friar, and mystic, who became one of the most venerated religious figures in Christianity. Revered for his love of the Eucharist and the Earth, Francis found communion with God through nature here in this Italian village where he lived and died. Marvel at the magnificent frescoes by Italian master Giotto that adorn the Basilica where the Saint is buried.
Day 10
ASSISI–SORRENTO Italian Vistas Depart for a scenic drive to Sorrento. (B) 267 mi / 430 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTPICTURE PERFECT Join the ranks of holiday-goers on the sun-kissed cliffs of Sorrento, where literati like Byron, Goethe, Dickens, and Tolstoy soaked in the sun and took their inspiration from atop the gateway to the Amalfi Coast. Here, in the town of lemons, you can give in to the sweet temptations of lemon gelato and limoncello to toast the coast of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Day 11
SORRENTO. EXCURSION TO CAPRI Coves, Cliffs & The Clear Blue Sea SORRENTO Jetfoil ride to Capri.CAPRI Take a funicular ride from the harbor to the village for guided sightseeing, including [LF] Augustus Gardens and a granita (semi-frozen drink) tasting. Free time for lunch.SORRENTO Free time this afternoon and evening. (B)LOCAL FAVORITE NATURAL WONDERS Nestled high above the sea on the island of Capri lie the exquisite Gardens of Augustus. This natural paradise promises 180-degree panoramic views and a kaleidoscope of botanical brilliance on the cliffs overlooking the island and the sapphire sea below. Toast the view with a glass of granita for a frozen treat amid the sun-washed monuments and mesmerizing vistas.
Day 12
SORRENTO–POMPEII–ROME Time Standing Still in Pompeii POMPEII Take a guided walking tour of the excavations, followed by free time for lunch.ROME Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening. (B,D) 193 mi / 310 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDS & LORE The fascinating archaeological site of Pompeii is a treasured glimpse into Roman life near the Bay of Naples. This once thriving and sophisticated Roman city was consumed by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., with its residents and structures buried beneath inescapable ash and stone. See the preserved site of excavated ruins that reveal remarkable frescoes, artwork, and artifacts within its streets and dwellings of the people who perished here.
Day 13
ROME Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
Departures
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| 4 | 2024-04-13 | 2024-04-14 | 2024-04-26 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40414 | Available |
| 5 | 2024-04-18 | 2024-04-19 | 2024-05-01 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI40419 | Available |
| 6 | 2024-04-20 | 2024-04-21 | 2024-05-03 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40421 | Available |
| 7 | 2024-04-25 | 2024-04-26 | 2024-05-08 | $4839 | $0 | $4839 | LI40426 | Available |
| 8 | 2024-04-27 | 2024-04-28 | 2024-05-10 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI40428 | Available |
| 9 | 2024-05-02 | 2024-05-03 | 2024-05-15 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40503 | Available |
| 10 | 2024-05-04 | 2024-05-05 | 2024-05-17 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI40505 | Available |
| 11 | 2024-05-09 | 2024-05-10 | 2024-05-22 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40510 | Available |
| 12 | 2024-05-11 | 2024-05-12 | 2024-05-24 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI40512 | Available |
| 13 | 2024-05-16 | 2024-05-17 | 2024-05-29 | $5099 | $150 | $4949 | LI40517 | Available |
| 14 | 2024-05-18 | 2024-05-19 | 2024-05-31 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI40519 | Available |
| 15 | 2024-05-23 | 2024-05-24 | 2024-06-05 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40524 | Available |
| 16 | 2024-05-25 | 2024-05-26 | 2024-06-07 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI40526 | Available |
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| 23 | 2024-06-13 | 2024-06-14 | 2024-06-26 | $4899 | $350 | $4549 | LI40614 | Available |
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| 25 | 2024-06-20 | 2024-06-21 | 2024-07-03 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI40621 | Available |
| 26 | 2024-06-22 | 2024-06-23 | 2024-07-05 | $4899 | $150 | $4749 | LI40623 | Available |
| 27 | 2024-06-27 | 2024-06-28 | 2024-07-10 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI40628 | Available |
| 28 | 2024-06-29 | 2024-06-30 | 2024-07-12 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40630 | Available |
| 29 | 2024-07-04 | 2024-07-05 | 2024-07-17 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI40705 | Available |
| 30 | 2024-07-11 | 2024-07-12 | 2024-07-24 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI40712 | Available |
| 31 | 2024-07-18 | 2024-07-19 | 2024-07-31 | $5499 | $0 | $5499 | LI40719K | Available |
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| 34 | 2024-08-22 | 2024-08-23 | 2024-09-04 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40823 | Available |
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| 36 | 2024-08-31 | 2024-09-01 | 2024-09-13 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI40901 | Available |
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| 40 | 2024-09-12 | 2024-09-13 | 2024-09-25 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40913 | Available |
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| 42 | 2024-09-14 | 2024-09-15 | 2024-09-27 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI40915 | Available |
| 43 | 2024-09-19 | 2024-09-20 | 2024-10-02 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI40920 | Available |
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| 45 | 2024-09-21 | 2024-09-22 | 2024-10-04 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI40922 | Available |
| 46 | 2024-09-26 | 2024-09-27 | 2024-10-09 | $4859 | $0 | $4859 | LI40927 | Available |
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| 48 | 2024-09-28 | 2024-09-29 | 2024-10-11 | $4959 | $0 | $4959 | LI40929 | Available |
| 49 | 2024-10-03 | 2024-10-04 | 2024-10-16 | $4859 | $0 | $4859 | LI41004 | Available |
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| 55 | 2024-10-19 | 2024-10-20 | 2024-11-01 | $4499 | $0 | $4499 | LI41020 | Available |
| 56 | 2025-04-03 | 2025-04-04 | 2025-04-16 | $4499 | $0 | $4499 | LI50404 | Available |
| 57 | 2025-04-10 | 2025-04-11 | 2025-04-23 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50411 | Available |
| 58 | 2025-04-12 | 2025-04-13 | 2025-04-25 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50413 | Available |
| 59 | 2025-04-17 | 2025-04-18 | 2025-04-30 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50418 | Available |
| 60 | 2025-04-19 | 2025-04-20 | 2025-05-02 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50420 | Available |
| 61 | 2025-04-24 | 2025-04-25 | 2025-05-07 | $4839 | $0 | $4839 | LI50425 | Available |
| 62 | 2025-04-26 | 2025-04-27 | 2025-05-09 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI50427 | Available |
| 63 | 2025-05-01 | 2025-05-02 | 2025-05-14 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50502 | Available |
| 64 | 2025-05-03 | 2025-05-04 | 2025-05-16 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI50504 | Available |
| 65 | 2025-05-08 | 2025-05-09 | 2025-05-21 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50509 | Available |
| 66 | 2025-05-10 | 2025-05-11 | 2025-05-23 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI50511 | Available |
| 67 | 2025-05-12 | 2025-05-13 | 2025-05-25 | $5799 | $0 | $5799 | LI50513K | Available |
| 68 | 2025-05-15 | 2025-05-16 | 2025-05-28 | $5099 | $0 | $5099 | LI50516 | Available |
| 69 | 2025-05-17 | 2025-05-18 | 2025-05-30 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI50518 | Available |
| 70 | 2025-05-22 | 2025-05-23 | 2025-06-04 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50523 | Available |
| 71 | 2025-05-24 | 2025-05-25 | 2025-06-06 | $4939 | $0 | $4939 | LI50525 | Available |
| 72 | 2025-05-26 | 2025-05-27 | 2025-06-08 | $5649 | $0 | $5649 | LI50527K | Available |
| 73 | 2025-05-29 | 2025-05-30 | 2025-06-11 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50530 | Available |
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| 80 | 2025-06-19 | 2025-06-20 | 2025-07-02 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50620 | Available |
| 81 | 2025-06-21 | 2025-06-22 | 2025-07-04 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50622 | Available |
| 82 | 2025-06-23 | 2025-06-24 | 2025-07-06 | $5599 | $0 | $5599 | LI50624K | Available |
| 83 | 2025-06-26 | 2025-06-27 | 2025-07-09 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50627 | Available |
| 84 | 2025-06-28 | 2025-06-29 | 2025-07-11 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50629 | Available |
| 85 | 2025-07-03 | 2025-07-04 | 2025-07-16 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50704 | Available |
| 86 | 2025-07-07 | 2025-07-08 | 2025-07-20 | $5499 | $0 | $5499 | LI50708K | Available |
| 87 | 2025-07-10 | 2025-07-11 | 2025-07-23 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50711 | Available |
| 88 | 2025-07-17 | 2025-07-18 | 2025-07-30 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50718 | Available |
| 89 | 2025-07-24 | 2025-07-25 | 2025-08-06 | $4799 | $0 | $4799 | LI50725 | Available |
| 90 | 2025-08-07 | 2025-08-08 | 2025-08-20 | $4779 | $0 | $4779 | LI50808 | Available |
| 91 | 2025-08-21 | 2025-08-22 | 2025-09-03 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50822 | Available |
| 92 | 2025-08-28 | 2025-08-29 | 2025-09-10 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI50829 | Available |
| 93 | 2025-08-30 | 2025-08-31 | 2025-09-12 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI50831 | Available |
| 94 | 2025-09-01 | 2025-09-02 | 2025-09-14 | $5699 | $0 | $5699 | LI50902K | Available |
| 95 | 2025-09-04 | 2025-09-05 | 2025-09-17 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50905 | Available |
| 96 | 2025-09-06 | 2025-09-07 | 2025-09-19 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI50907 | Available |
| 97 | 2025-09-11 | 2025-09-12 | 2025-09-24 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50912 | Available |
| 98 | 2025-09-13 | 2025-09-14 | 2025-09-26 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI50914 | Available |
| 99 | 2025-09-15 | 2025-09-16 | 2025-09-28 | $5699 | $0 | $5699 | LI50916K | Available |
| 100 | 2025-09-18 | 2025-09-19 | 2025-10-01 | $4899 | $0 | $4899 | LI50919 | Available |
| 101 | 2025-09-20 | 2025-09-21 | 2025-10-03 | $4999 | $0 | $4999 | LI50921 | Available |
| 102 | 2025-09-25 | 2025-09-26 | 2025-10-08 | $4859 | $0 | $4859 | LI50926 | Available |
| 103 | 2025-09-27 | 2025-09-28 | 2025-10-10 | $4959 | $0 | $4959 | LI50928 | Available |
| 104 | 2025-09-29 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-10-12 | $5659 | $0 | $5659 | LI50930K | Available |
| 105 | 2025-10-02 | 2025-10-03 | 2025-10-15 | $4859 | $0 | $4859 | LI51003 | Available |
| 106 | 2025-10-04 | 2025-10-05 | 2025-10-17 | $4879 | $0 | $4879 | LI51005 | Available |
| 107 | 2025-10-09 | 2025-10-10 | 2025-10-22 | $4639 | $0 | $4639 | LI51010 | Available |
| 108 | 2025-10-11 | 2025-10-12 | 2025-10-24 | $4499 | $0 | $4499 | LI51012 | Available |
Hotels
| # | Name | Description | City | Address | Rating |
| 1 | Hotel Donna Laura Palace | Located in Rome's elegant Prati district overlooking the River Tiber, this 64-room property is just a 10-minute walk from Lepanto Metro Station and 2 km from the Vatican. Amenities include a fitness center, a sauna, a hydro massage tub area, and a bar with free Wi-Fi access throughout. Guestrooms are decorated in a classic style with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and private bathroom with hairdryer. The in-house restaurant specializes in traditional local and Italian cuisine. In the summer, meals can be served on the rooftop terrace with city views. | Roma | Lungotevere Delle Armi 21 | First-Class |
| 2 | B&B Hotels Firenze Pitti Palace al Ponte Vecchio | Set in the 13th-century Rossi Tower next to Ponte Vecchio, the Hotel features a panoramic roof terrace and restaurant, with stunning views on the Arno River and the medieval area of the city. Rooms have wooden flooring and they are equpped with flat-screen TV, air conditioning and Free Wi-Fi. The Hotel is located 500 meters from Santa Maria del Fiore's Cathedral and the Uffizi Gallery and Piazza della Signoria are just a short walk away. | Florence | Borgo S. Jacopo, 3/R, | First-Class |
| 3 | Grand Hotel Bristol | This grandiose 253 room hotel exudes a stylish elegance with its marbled lobby and Bohemian-style crystal chandeliers. Wi-Fi access is available in all the guestrooms and public areas of the hotel with a fee (payable locally). The impressive outdoor swimming pool has panoramic views of the lake and mountains and there is also an indoor swimming pool and 2 jacuzzis. Local & international cuisine can be enjoyed in the hotels refined restaurants and bar. | Stresa | Corso Umberto I , 73 | Superior First-Class |
| 4 | Continental | Welcome to the Hotel Continental Venice. Situated in the heart of Cannaregio, this 4 star hotel is beautifully positioned in one of the most authentic parts of Venice, the Jewish Ghetto. Guests will have the pleasure of sleeping in a charming historic building which was once the former home of a noble Venetian family. After undergoing extensive renovations it is now one of the foremost 4 star hotels in Venice. Our enviable position makes exploring this unique city a dream. 93 Rooms : Singles, couples, groups and business travellers can choose from a variety of single, double and triple rooms. We offer unusually large rooms in Venice and some of our guestrooms have outstanding views of the Grand Canal. The furnishings are modern and traditional and always tasteful, which combined with the most modern comforts, make the rooms at the Continental superior among 4 star hotels in Venice. | Venice | Lista di Spagna 166 | First-Class |
| 5 | Indigo Venice Sant'Elena | The lush green Sant'Elena neighborhood in Venice has the feel of a sleepy Italian village, yet it's within easy reach of the city's most famed attractions. Housed in an ancient building (formerly a convent) which has maintained its grand-scale architecture with room décor inspired by warm, Byzantine colors or cooler tones evocative of the sea, the hotel reflects the unique mix of culture, character, and setting of the neighborhood. All 75 guestrooms are equipped with every comfort and marked by the attention to detail of a boutique hotel. The spa-style bathrooms, equipped with rainfall-like showerheads and quality bathroom amenities account for a refreshing invigorating stay. The hotel is both secluded enough to allow for quiet time and equally very central to enjoy the Venetian lifestyle of little restaurants, cafes, and piazzas. While the distance between Sant'Elena and the bustling Piazza San Marco is easily bridged via vaporetto (water taxi), the two neighborhoods can feel like entirely different cities. The location is also within easy reach of the 11-km stretch of golden beaches on the island of Lido. | Venice | Calle Buccari 10 | First-Class |
| 6 | Cenacolo | Hotel Cenacolo Assisi is a structure created from the accurate and careful renovation of an old Franciscan convent, located in Santa Maria degli Angeli, a short distance from the Porziuncola of St. Francis. The wonderful atmosphere of the place, a beautiful view of Assisi, the wide green spaces that call for reflection and the functionality and efficiency of the Hotel Cenacolo guarantee a perfect stay. | Assisi | V.Le Patrono D'italia 70 | First-Class |
| 7 | Grand Hotel Vesuvio | This elegant 250-room hotel is nestled among lemon and olive groves just outside Sorrento and overlooks the enchanting Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. It features a large seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a snack bar and a lovely garden with a wisteria covered pergola. There is a Mediterranean restaurant and bar with terrace seating offering panoramic views and the town centre of Sorrento is easily accessible via the hotel¿s convenient shuttle. The air-conditioned guestrooms are decorated in soft colours with traditional majolica glazed tile floors, minibars, flat screen satellite Tvs and Free Wi-Fi internet access. | Sorrento | Via Nastro Verde,7 | First-Class |
| 8 | NH Villa Carpegna | Residential-style hotel with comfortable surroundings and a great location with restaurants and shopping centers nearby. | Roma | Via Pio Iv, 16 | First-Class |
| 9 | Villa Pamphili Roma | A modern and relaxing elevated "urban resort" in the Italian capital city surrounded by the greenery of the Valle dei Casali park and just 15 minutes away from the Vatican City and the characteristic Trastevere and Testaccio districts. The 235 bright, comfortable guestrooms are spread over 5 floors and feature full cutting-edge comforts and a splendid private balcony. The hotel offers in-house restaurants with exquisite options for both lunch and dinner. The main attractions of the capital are within easy reach, such as the Colosseum, the Imperial Forums, and the Spanish Steps. Fiumicino Airport is a 30-minute drive away, while Termini Railway Station is just 25 minutes away. | Rome | Via della Nocetta, 105, Roma RM | First-Class |
