Serene Italy Tour of Rome, Florence, and Amalfi for Seniors

What to expect on this itinerary
Discover the incredible grassroots of the Renaissance and revisit the early days of the Roman Empire on this unforgettable 10-day Italy tour. Marvel at classic works of art in Florence, sip wine in a Tuscan vineyard, stroll through the Sistine Chapel, and luxuriate on the beaches of Positano. From Gothic architecture and 2,000-year-old Roman ruins to palm-tree studded coastlines and pizza-making classes, you will be immersed in the very best that Italy has to offer.
Customizable Itinerary
Florence – Stroll through Florence
Your plane will land at Amerigo Vespucci Airport, where a private driver will greet and escort you to your accommodation in the heart of Florence. After settling in to your hotel, your guide will lead you on an introductory tour of the city. The art and architecture of Florence lay claim to the era when our world gladly burst forth from the dark ages. Your tour of the city will include Brunelleschi’s brick dome and the Duomo. You will also visit the Duomo’s looming 270-foot bell tower. You can climb to the top to enjoy unsurpassed views of the city and the mountains that stretch along the horizon.
What's Included:
Florence – The Birthplace of the Renaissance
Florence – Wine Tasting at a Tuscan Vineyard
Rome – Personalized Walking Tour
Rome – St. Peter’s and the Sistine Chapel
Rome – The Glory Days of the Roman Empire
Capri – Private Helicopter Tour of Capri
Positano – Luxuriate on the Amalfi Coast
Positano – Pizza and Limoncello
Positano – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Meander through the ancient streets of the Renaissance on a private tour and encounter classic artwork and exquisite cathedrals in Florence
- Discover the greatest collection of Italian Renaissance paintings in the Uffizi Gallery and uncover three eras of history in the medieval Palazzo Vecchio
- Amble among the medieval towers of Sam Gimignano and indulge in a private wine tasting at a Tuscan vineyard
- Traverse the bustling streets of Rome and visit the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain
- Experience St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel before the public is permitted to enter
- Walk in the footsteps of Julius Caesar and brave gladiators and discover the rich history of the Roman Forum and Colosseum
- Embark on a private helicopter ride to the island of Capri and witness dramatic landscapes from high above the Italian Coastline
- Splash in the iridescent water of the Blue Grotto and glide on a boat to Positano
- Stroll through the heart of Sorrento and sample homemade Limoncello
Detailed Description
You will uncover Italy’s incredible past and dynamic present on this extraordinary 10-day Italy tour. Beginning in Florence, you will admire classic artwork and brilliant architecture that defined the Renaissance and continues to inspire people today. A private tour guide will walk you through the winding streets to visit renowned museums and to witness spectacular sunsets. You will experience the rolling green hills of Tuscany, the medieval hilltop village of Sam Gimignano, and private wine tasting at a local vineyard.
Next, you will travel to the bustling streets of Rome and partake in a personalized walking tour through the city. Your time here will allow you to stroll through large piazzas with historic fountains and to sample creamy gelato. You will also visit the Pantheon, the Colosseum, and the remains of the Roman Forum. Walking in the footsteps of Julius Caesar will make you feel as if you have been transported back in time. The following day, you will be provided with a private tour of the Sistine Chapel and the Vatican.
Following Rome, a private helicopter will carry you to the island of Capri. Here, you can delight in amazing vistas of the Tyrrhenian Sea before venturing to the Blue Grotto, which is a renowned cavern that has captivated people for centuries. You will then venture to Positano and the seaside villages of the Amalfi Coast. Here, you can sample homemade Limoncello in Sorrento and learn the art of making traditional pizza. On your final day, your driver will escort you to Naples International Airport for your flight home.
Starting Price
$3,600 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
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My husband and I just returned from an incredible trip to Italy celebrating our 20 year anniversary. Our agent with this Italy travel company planned a trip that was exactly what we were hoped for: stress-free, full of activities (but not overwhelming), romantic, and beautiful. On a trip with so much details there are plenty of opportunities for something to go wrong but every tiny aspect was handled perfectly!! Within five minutes of stepping into any car, the driver’s phone rang. It was one of our agents making sure everything was fine and there were no problems. Our agent made our trip incredible! His attention to detail, vast knowledge, and ability to read people to figure out what and how to plan their trip allowed my husband and I to enjoy each other and our surroundings.
We spent the first two nights in Montalcino. I imagine it is challenging to make a castle cozy and charming, but they succeeded! The castle was more than we could have ever hoped for with an interesting history, beautiful pool and views that were out of this world. The staff was friendly and helpful; the rooms were tastefully decorated and roomy. The castle's restaurant served us the most incredible meals with wonderful wine. We went cycling through the vineyards, enjoyed the wine tasting room, experienced a cooking class by the head chef that was entertaining as well as informative. We actually replicated his meal within a week of arriving home.
We left Montalcino for Rome and spent four days exploring the city. We had a private tour guide for Vatican City and Ancient Rome. With the large amount of people, everywhere, I can not imagine trying to navigate, enjoy, and absorb so much history and space without someone to help. He was full of information; it was obvious he loved the city and the history. We spent our time where we wanted to be, not trying to figure out how to get there or how to get around the masses of people. The hotel we stayed at is in a great location. The hotel was nice but it was all about the location.
We departed Rome for Sorrento where we dropped our suitcases at the hotel. Our room was beautiful with lots of room and a view that we ran to see every morning. Their patio overlooks Sorrento Bay and we enjoyed every sunset with a drink and beautiful sights. The staff at the hotel were very helpful with suggestions and a friendly smile. Our favorite place to eat was Donna Sophia, a restaurant that is located up a very narrow, scary but exhilarating street. We found the ride and the restaurant to be lots of fun with delicious food. We spent one day with a private driver and guide in Pompeii and Vesuvius. The next day we had a private driver that took us on the most beautiful drive to Positano where we again enjoyed the views, beach, and shopping. Unfortunately there was a wreck that blocked the road and we could not continue on to Ravello and Amalfi. Instead we spent a relaxing afternoon by the pool.
Our favorite part of the trip was a day spent on a private charter boat. It was amazingly scenic and beautiful while relaxing and peaceful. We enjoyed swimming, checking out caves, a lunch that was out of this world, and champagne while drinking in the sights. We ended our boat trip on Capri Island.
We spent two nights at the hotel there. It was absolutely breathtaking! The view from the balcony of our room can not be adequately described. It was truly the most magnificent sight I have ever seen. The staff went out of their way to be helpful. We had a small issue with a clothing store that was suppose to deliver a package the night before we left. When we woke and still had not received our goods, the staff at the front desk handled the situation beautifully and resolved our problem.
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My husband and I just returned from an amazing Italian vacation planned by this travel specialist. From the moment I began working with our travel specialist on this trip, she was very responsive and focused on the type of trip we were looking to take. This was to celebrate my 40th birthday and our 5 year anniversary and our travel specialist planned the perfect trip. I knew that we wanted to visit Rome and Positano in a week and she put together a wonderful itinerary for us. From the hotels to the internal travel (trains, cars) to the tour guides, she didn't miss a beat. We spent our first 2 days in Rome, where we toured the Vatican and ancient Rome. We appreciated that she scheduled both of these tours in the afternoon, so we were able to have leisurely mornings. On the 3rd day, she scheduled a train ride to Naples where our driver picked us up to tour Pompeii. From there, she planned a winery lunch for us. Our driver then took us to Positano where we spent the next couple of days. We had one free day in Positano where we explored the town on our own. While there, our travel specialist planned a day trip to Capri, which was amazing. We took a three hour private boat tour around the island and then had time afterwards to explore Capri itself. After Positano, we took the train from Naples back to Rome, where we had a couple of days to ourselves. That was great because after having spent the beginning of the trip in Rome, we had an idea of how to get around the city (best on foot) and did some exploring on our own.
Our travel specialist was a pleasure to work with throughout the planning stages and was very accessible while in Italy. Prior to the trip, she provided great guides for each city we were in, including restaurants and shopping. She was responsive to my emails while we were there, making sure I had the most up-to-date itinerary and train tickets (since I forgot my printouts at home). I would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking to travel to Italy and look forward to working with her on our next trip.
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My husband and I, along with our 2 children (age 20 and 17), enjoyed a wonderful Italian vacation booked through Zicasso and this travel agency. Our travel consultants listened to my ideas and arranged for us a fantastic custom itinerary. They stayed within the budget allotted, offered choices for beautiful hotels and private tours, and made several revisions as per our request. We departed from New York on our 25th anniversary, and spent 10 days traveling the country within the month of November. This off-season time proved to be a great decision as reservations were easy to obtain, crowds were minimal (mostly all locals), and the weather was conducive for walking and sightseeing (average 60 degrees F). Transportation and the personal drivers were top notch; with Mercedes SUVs or minivans to take my family from Milan-Chianti-Florence-Verona-Venice and then the high speed train down to Rome. Accommodations arranged for us were phenomenal! We stayed in a 12th century castle in Chianti, in the heart of the city center in Florence, and near the Spanish Steps in Rome. The personal tour guides were friendly and knowledgable, and were happy to recommend eateries preferred by locals. All in all, everything was flawless. We plan to return some day to see the Amalfi coast, Positano and Capri. We would absolutely recommend these travel consultants, and the travel company team to anyone who is looking for a personalized Italian vacation.
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This travel company did an incredible job of making our Honeymoon trip an unforgettable experience. From the beginning, our agent understood that we wanted to have a luxurious and relaxing time, but also excursions to explore, sightsee, and enjoy our time in Positano. From the Capri boat tour, to the Italian cooking class and Pompeii day tour, we really got an amazing feel for the area.
Overall, the trip was a dream. We cannot say enough good things about this company! Again, our travel agent was incredible to work with - he was very responsive, provided options and suggestions for our time, and took it upon himself to make sure everything worked smoothly without a hitch. All planning was taken care of, and we simply showed up to enjoy this special time together!
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