The Best of Rome and Florence
Shallon’s 2025 Italy Tour
8 days / 7 nights itinerary | November 7 – 14, 2025
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Created by Nada’s Italy, Exclusively For Shallon Lester
Join Shallon Lester on a truly unforgettable trip to some of the best Italians destinations. Start this memorable journey in Rome with all its amazing piazzas, elegant fountains, ancient monuments, and breath-taking sites. You’ll be able to experience the spirit of the “Eternal City” with fun local guides who will introduce you to the local lifestyle and favorite culinary hang-outs. Your Italian adventure will continue in Florence. In the capital of the Renaissance, you’ll learn about the world-renown masterpieces by Michelangelo, Raffaello, Botticelli, Donatello, Brunelleschi, and many others.
Experience what “being a local” is like during a walking tour through the city’s historic center and the exploration of the Florentine craft traditions. Take a day trip to the romantic Tuscan countryside, where you’ll visit the astonishing medieval town of San Gimignano. Then take a fun cooking class with a local chef, followed by lunch and wine tasting, featuring the farm’s extra virgin olive oil and excellent wines.
Experience the Best of Rome and Florence
Embark on an unforgettable journey with Shallon Lester through Rome, Florence, and Tuscany, experiencing art, cuisine, and local culture
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Departure from the USA. Overnight flight to Europe and arrival in Italy the following day.
Benvenuti! Welcome to Italy!
Arrive in Rome at Roma Fiumicino airport. Airport pick up and transfer to the hotel in Rome city center by private transportation. Arrive at hotel, check in, unpack, rest and relax after a long trip overseas.
In the afternoon, meet in the lobby with your Nada’s Italy Tour Director and the other fellow travelers. You will have a brief introduction concerning the planning of the rest of the day and the tour in general.
Next, you’ll head-off to see some major sites of the “Eternal City”! Together with your local guide from Rome, you will experience Rome’s enthralling historic beauty and architecture: Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, where Anita Ekberg and Marcello Mastroianni famously frolicked in Fellini’s cherished La Dolce Vita.
After concluding the tour, it’s time to enjoy a true Italian “Aperitivo” and a light dinner on a charming rooftop terrace in the historic center of Rome. Mingle over dinner and enjoy your first night in Italy!
Meals included: Dinner
Meet in the lobby with your local Nada’s Italy personal city guide for a guided tour of Rome and its major wonders. Today we’ll enter the Vatican City where we’ll visit the impressive Vatican Museums, including entrance into the head-tilting and jaw-dropping Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel.
We will then enjoy a spectacular visit of Saint Peter’s Basilica in all its majesty. St. Peter’s Basilica is one of the holiest temples for Christendom and one of the largest churches in the world. This famed pilgrimage site on Vatican Hill was constructed in the early 16th century. Once the world’s largest church, it remains one of the holiest sites in Christendom. Inside, you will see the Pietà, which Michelangelo completed when he was only 24.
We’ll enjoy a group lunch at a local Roman Osteria with a variety of local dishes.
Relish time at your leisure in the afternoon to shop or delve further into iconic Rome. Dinner on your own.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Meet in the lobby with your Tour Director in the morning. Our tour today features the splendors of the classic Roman Empire! Gaze at gorgeous sites during our walk with an expert local guide who will paint a colorful visual of the ruins, opening a window to these splendid marvels of the past.
We will then walk along the ancient pavement, which crosses the inspiring ruins of the Roman Forum, the Curia, the Reggia. You will then be able to admire the Temple of Vesta, the Arch of Titus and the Arch of Constantine. The tour will continue with the visit of the massive structure of the Colosseum (internal visit, tickets included).
Take advantage of every minute of your afternoon to enjoy free time and lunch on your own. It’s the last day in Rome – make it special!
In the evening, meet in the lobby with your Tour Director to enjoy a group dinner at a local typical restaurant.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
After check-out, we will say “Arrivederci” to the Italian Capital and make our way to Florence by private transportation.
Along the way, we’ll stop in Orvieto. Our local City guide will introduce us to this beautiful hilltop town in the region of Umbria, founded by the Etruscan civilization over two thousand years ago.
Enjoy some free time to explore around the village. Don’t miss the stunning Duomo, or Cathedral. Lunch will be on your own. After lunch, we’ll depart from Orvieto and resume our drive to Tuscany.
Evening arrival in Florence. Check-in, relax, refresh in one of the most elegant hotels in the Renaissance city.
Meet in the lobby with Tour Director and head to the restaurant. Group dinner in a classic Florentine restaurant in walking distance to the hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast, dinner
Today is all about Florence! In the morning, we’ll enjoy a guided tour with our local City Guide of the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David up close and personal (museum tickets included with preferred access) followed by a walking tour of Florence.
Enjoy lunch on your own and the afternoon at leisure in the gorgeous city of Florence. Enjoy a little time for R&R, shopping, exploring, and discovering the amazing sites this city has to offer.
In the evening, meet in the lobby with your Tour Director and head to a nearby restaurant. Group dinner featuring tastes of local specialties.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today is a super-fun day! After a relaxing breakfast, we’ll depart to the Tuscan countryside for a wine, food, and cooking experience!
First, we’ll visit a winery estate and enjoy a private tour of the wine cellars along with a wine tasting. We’ll continue our experience with a fun group hands-on cooking class by a local chef. Bring your aprons and learn to make fresh pasta! Group lunch after the cooking class paired with local wines.
After lunch, we’ll travel back in time! Our afternoon features a visit to the Medieval hilltop town of San Gimignano. The town is known for its dry white wine, Vernaccia, and irresistible hand-made crafts: hand-painted pottery, alabaster, olive wood items, leather goods, and so much more. Enjoy free time to explore on your own and shop for local crafts!
Return to Florence in the afternoon to enjoy the evening and dinner on your own.
Meals included: Breakfast, lunch
Today you’ll keep exploring Florence with your local City Guide. The focus will be on the Medici Family, who ruled Florence and transformed the city into the birthplace of the Renaissance.
As you visit Palazzo Medici-Riccardi (Medici House), the Church of San Lorenzo, and the Medici Chapels, you’ll get a glimpse into the Medici’s intriguing life—their power, their passion for the arts, and the important roles Medici women played in this powerful family.
After the tour, enjoy lunch on your own and an afternoon at leisure. It may be the perfect opportunity to head to the outlet mall outside Florence or explore boutique shops in the city. If so, one of your stops may be the Officina Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, one of the oldest pharmacies in the world, founded by Dominican friars in 1221. The pharmacy used medicinal herbs grown in the monastic gardens to make medications, balms, and pomades for the monks’ infirmary.
Please reserve some time to pack for morning checkout.
The group gathers again in the evening for a delicious farewell dinner. Delizioso! Tonight will be your last night of the tour, so make it special!
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
As they say… all good things must come to an end as we check out of the hotel and… ARRIVEDERCI!
Nada’s Italy wishes you a happy trip home from a memorable Italian vacation… Buon viaggio!
We hope you enjoyed your trip and invite you to explore more of amazing Italia with Nada’s Italy!
Meals included: Breakfast
- Explore Rome, Orvieto, Florence, San Gimignano & Tuscany
Trip Highlights and What's Included
- Guided Tours & Unique Experiences.
- Vatican Museums, the Sistine Chapel, and Saint Peter’s Basilica (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket)
- Colosseum & Roman Ruins (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket)
- Historical Highlights of Florence
- Private tour of the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David in Florence (includes PRIORITY entrance & ticket)
- Experience cooking with a local chef in Tuscany preparing traditional dishes
- Wine tasting at a boutique winery in Chianti
- Medici family
Accommodation
In 4-star hotels chosen for this Nada’s Italy Private Tour Package: spend 3 nights at a centrally located hotel in Rome, 4 nights in Florence for a trip totaling 8 days and 7 nights.
Bountiful Meals
Included: 7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 5 dinners (included meals are shown at bottom of the description for each day).
Fully Escorted Day Trips
With professional private drivers and full-time service of English-speaking Italian Nada’s Italy Tour leader.
Taxes & Fees
Local VAT taxes and government fees, City Tax, gas, highway tolls, city access licenses and permits, parking fees.
Staff & restaurant Tips
(additional gratuities can be given at the sole discretion of each individual traveler).
A+ Rated Customer Service
With Nada’s Italy you can rest assured that your travel experience will be completely stress-free. Your personal Journey Coordinator will assist you with any additional services you may need, provide expert packing and travel advice, and answer any questions you may have before your trip.
Additional Nada’s Italy Value
Nada’s Italy goes the extra mile, offering unparalleled service and benefits to elevate your journey beyond expectations.
Expert Customer Service
Tailored to your needs, before, during, and after your trip
No luggage Limit
(Do check with your airlines first)
Local Support and Knowledge
By certified tour guides and professional licensed & insured drivers.
Luxury Vehicles with Special Access Permits
That will allow you to reach the historic centers
Pricing
This trip package is priced at $6,999 per person in double-occupancy room.
Includes all services and meals described above and accommodation in boutique 4-star hotels.
Airfare is NOT included.
Single room may be available upon request, based on hotel’s availability. Additional charges apply.
If you pay in full, you get a free one on one 30 minute Zoom with Shallon Lester to talk about the trip or anything else!
The experts at Nada’s Italy are available for any special requests to extend your stay before and after
this trip package, and make arrangements for you to explore other areas of this beautiful country.
Not Included in Your Package
Trip price does not include airfare and anything that is not specified to be included. The Trip Package does not include new accommodation tax imposed by local municipalities – to be paid by guest directly to hotel.
Price does not include any personal-related expenses, or travel-related expenses outside of the scheduled itineraries. The food & wine that is included is what is presented during meals, all other items ordered by traveler including wine and other alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are not included in tour price.
Trip price does not include optional tips to restaurants nor to tour personnel such as drivers, maids, etc. These gratuities are given at sole discretion of each individual traveler and are not required for participation in tour.
Terms and Conditions
We do not provide itemized costs of accommodations and services. Trip package does not include any expenses related to any unforeseen travel conditions, weather conditions, flight delays, train delays, airport blockages, terrorism, strikes, taxi fares.
Services Booked: All tours, services, and activities booked by Nada’s Italy Inc. are valid as per the dates and times stated in the final daily itinerary provided and Nada’s Italy is not responsible or liable for any information that it does not directly provide. All requests for modifications/amendments must be directed to Nada’s Italy, Inc. and are subject to availability and possible changing fees by our suppliers and/or service providers.
Hotel Information: A list of the hotels for your trip will be provided once the booking is confirmed. If you have any questions at the time you check in, about amenities or the way things operate or the services they can offer, please let the hotel know. Should you have any problems, please make sure to inform the hotel and your Tour Director immediately.
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Cancellation Policy: The Cancellation Policy included in the Registration Form applies to any and all travel services booked on your behalf by Nada’s Italy, including but not limited to those directly associated with a Nada’s Italy tour, Nada’s Italy ByDesign services, additional hotel nights, guided tours, meals, transportation, among other services.
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