Tour · Trafalgar Tours · 8 nights

Country Roads of Tuscany & Central Italy

Air-conditioned 40-seat coach with double legroom, onboard washroom and bag delivery
Expert Travel Director and professional Driver included throughout nine days
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing at all major sites

$4,295 pp twin share

8 nights

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Country Roads of Tuscany & Central Italy Guided Tour

Map Country Roads Tuscany Central Italy Guided Tour E822 27

Departs 28 March 2027 Returns 4 October 2027

Duration8 nights

OperatorTrafalgar Tours

StyleTour

HighlightNine days exploring Tuscany and Central Italy's art, culture, food and medieval towns with expert local guides

Truffle hunting in Umbrian countryside with pasta demonstration and local lunch. Medieval hilltop towns including Siena, San Gimignano and Assisi. Florence's Renaissance masterpieces including Brunelleschi's dome and Giotto's frescoes

Across nine days in Italy, you follow appetite as much as art. In Siena, you wander down narrow brick lanes into the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, hearing cafe cups clink beneath the Torre del Mangia. You learn the careful craft of truffle-hunting in the Tuscan countryside, watch fresh pasta being made and sit down to a local lunch scented with olive oil and warm sauce. San Gimignano is where you taste artisan gelato beneath its medieval towers, the first cold spoonful. Florence follows with your Local Specialist leading you to Santa Maria del Fiore, where Brunelleschi’s terracotta dome rises above marble in green, pink and white.

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

28 March 2027

Returns

4 October 2027

Duration

8 nights

From pp twin share

$4,295 pp

28 Mar 2027 - 05 Apr 2027
from $4,295 pp twin share *
11 Apr 2027 - 19 Apr 2027
from $5,175 pp twin share *
25 Apr 2027 - 03 May 2027
from $5,695 pp twin share *
09 May 2027 - 17 May 2027
from $5,275 pp twin share *
23 May 2027 - 31 May 2027
from $5,275 pp twin share *
20 Jun 2027 - 28 Jun 2027
from $4,295 pp twin share *
04 Jul 2027 - 12 Jul 2027
from $4,295 pp twin share *
18 Jul 2027 - 26 Jul 2027
from $4,295 pp twin share *
01 Aug 2027 - 09 Aug 2027
from $4,295 pp twin share *
15 Aug 2027 - 23 Aug 2027
from $4,695 pp twin share *
29 Aug 2027 - 06 Sep 2027
from $4,295 pp twin share *
12 Sep 2027 - 20 Sep 2027
from $6,095 pp twin share *
26 Sep 2027 - 04 Oct 2027
from $5,595 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Arrive in Rome
You’ll arrive in Rome to streets layered with ancient ruins, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches, each one carrying the burnished glow of centuries. After time to unpack, you step back out to restaurant chatter, polished stone and waiters weaving between trattoria tables along the street. This evening, you meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers over dinner at a local restaurant, sharing Roman specialities as you pass warm plates and savour the first forkfuls of the trip.
2
Umbria and on to Perugia
See St. Peter's Square in the Vatican City before crossing the Tiber into Ancient Rome and imagining the gladiatorial combats and sounds of roaring spectators as you visit the mighty Colosseum with your Local Specialist. Journey north to the Umbrian village of Baschi. Immerse yourself in the flavours and culture of the region and learn about the secrets of Italian food culture as you join Giovanni and his dog Chris for a truffle hunting session. Afterwards, be entertained by Chef Lorenzo with a fun pasta demonstration and enjoy a delicious lunch accompanied by Orvieto Classico wine. Join a Local Specialist in Perugia to navigate the underground labyrinth of little streets, alleys and arches. Walk along Corso Vannucci, resplendent in pale-pink stone, passing the princely Priors' Palace, the cathedral and the finely sculptured Great Fountain in the main square.
3
Perugia Sightseeing & Free Time
This morning, during a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, visit an artisanal workshop to meet Marta — recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant — and her team of weavers. Discover how the fascinating art of loom weaving has been passed down through generations and learn how this ancient craft is being preserved today. Later, enjoy free time to explore the many delights of Umbria’s capital city or join an Optional Experience to Cortona. In the evening, take your pick from a hand-picked selection of Perugian restaurants for a Dine-Around experience — choosing the ambience and menu that suit you best. Buon appetito!
4
Assisi, in Search of St. Francis
Journey to Assisi, one of Italy's most beautiful medieval hilltop towns, set high up in the mountains and enclosed by fortress walls. In the valley, see the famous Church of St. Mary of the Angels, much venerated as the place of St. Francis' death, then continue up Mount Subasio to the upper town. Step inside the massive, 13th-century Basilica of St. Francis with your Local Specialist to learn how Giotto masterfully painted frescoes that inspired a variety of Renaissance artists.
5
Tuscany to Siena and San Gimignano
Follow the shores of Lake Trasimeno and continue to the narrow, cobbled streets of Siena. Standing in the shell-shaped Campo, imagine the frenzied atmosphere of the biannual Palio horse race and see the Town Hall. Explore Siena with your choice. Choose to visit the medieval Cathedral or, alternatively, sample panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert. Travel to the medieval town of San Gimignano, where your Travel Director will show you the medieval skyscrapers, serpentine streets and hidden squares. The town is also home to world champion gelato maestro Sergio Dondoli. At his artisan ice cream parlour on Piazza della Cisterna, the silky-smooth frozen treats are beautifully displayed in a range of unique flavours for you to try. Your home for the next three nights is nestled in the Tuscan countryside.
6
Tuscany and Free Time
Enjoy your day at leisure, taking in your Tuscan surroundings. Relax at your hotel or you could opt to join an Optional Experience to Lucca.
7
Florence and Tuscan Countryside Experience
The morning is devoted to the Renaissance city of Florence. A fascinating walking exploration with a Local Specialist takes you to the marble-clad cathedral crowned by Brunelleschi's dome. See the baptistery with its beautiful Gates of Paradise and Giotto's splendid bell tower. Walk on to Piazza della Signoria with its open-air gallery of Renaissance sculptures, followed by free time to shop for top-quality Florentine leather or gold. Toast to your travels during a delicious Farm-to-Table dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy tasting flavoursome dishes prepared with locally grown ingredients, home-made pastas, traditional Chianti wine, all sourced from the farm in the Tuscan region.
8
Country drive to Ancient Rome
Enjoy the rolling Tuscan hills as you journey south through the Italian countryside. This morning, visit the medieval spa town of Bagno Vignoni, renowned for its mineral-rich thermal baths, then continue to the ‘model’ Renaissance town of Pienza, famous for its delicious pecorino cheese, before making your way to Rome.
9
Arrivederci Roma
Bid farewell to the glories of Italy.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing.
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with a local specialty representing the destination.

Where you’ll stay