10-Day Family Highlights Tour of Italy: See Italy with Teens

This 10-day Italian adventure will be an unforgettable journey, like a ship taking you and your family to the most famous sights in Italy. To enrich your journey, we've included pizza-making class, gondola rides, and hidden gem tours as extra "fuel" for fun.

With the help of our dedicated travel advisors, we can effortlessly tailor the itinerary to perfectly match your family's needs and schedule.

• Days:10±
• Best for:Families with Teens
• Best time:Apr.-Jul./ Sep.- Oct.
• Departure date:up to you
• Sample price:US$4,590 each (2 per room)

Brief Itinerary for Italy Highlights Tour for Families with Teenagers Tour

This is a teen-friendly itinerary for families who are looking for their dream Italy vacation. For expert help planning your Italian getaway, feel free to contact me!

• Monica Mo
• 8 years of travel advisor experience
• Has helped 5,000+ clients

Tour Highlights

Here are the awesome attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Highlights Travel (HT Hand-Picked), and exclusive cultural experiences offered by Highlights Travel (Only With HT) included in this tour:

Follow generations-old tradition and craft authentic pizza and gelato, like the Italians do.

Cruise through Venice's winding canals on a gondola, and let yourself be transported to a magical world of romance and history.

Explore Venice's Lagoon islands and marvel at the brightly painted houses that add splashes of vibrant colors.

Wander through Rome's piazzas, adorned in Baroque splendor with fountains whispering echoes of emperors and artisans.

Journey through the heart of Italy as you effortlessly traverse the Italian countryside aboard a high-speed train.

Immerse yourself in the Colosseum's captivating history and legendary battles with priority access and a private guide.

Prepare to be captivated as you witness Michelangelo's masterpiece, "The Creation of Adam", in the Sistine Chapel.

Explore the Vatican Museums' galleries with priority access and witness awe-inspiring masterpieces around every corner.

Uncover the secrets of the Renaissance while exploring Florence's bustling piazzas, from the Duomo to the Uffizi.

Stand before Michelangelo's David at the Accademia Gallery in Florence and breathe in the artistic essence of the Renaissance.

Suggested Itinerary for Inspiration

Your preferences design the real journey. We're ready to create a wonderful tour for you.

Day 1

Rome Arrival

• Welcome to the Eternal Cityâ Rome! Upon your arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport, your friendly driver will be waiting for you in the arrivals hall.
• Relax and travel in comfort as you enjoy a private transfer to your comfortable hotel in Rome.

the driver meet clients in the airport

Day 2

Rome | Discover the Vatican and Rome's Secrets

• Your private driver greets you and whisks you away to the Vatican, where your expert guide awaits for a 7-hour tour .
• Lose yourself in the grandeur of the Vatican Museums, where artistic masterpieces like Laocoon and Apollo captivate your senses. Let the intricate frescoes and sparkling gems of the Gallery of Maps and Gallery of the Candelabra dazzle your senses.
• Be awestruck by the Sistine Chapel and feel the weight of Michelangelo's genius as "The Creation of Adam" sweeps across the ceiling.
• Following your Colosseum exploration, your private transfer whisks you back to the heart of the Eternal City.
• Step into the Colosseum 's hallowed arena, where epic battles unfolded, and feel the echoes of gladiators still resonating in the air.
• Journey onwards to the Arch of Constantine, a triumphal testament to Roman power. Delve into the vibrant history of the Roman Forum as you wander across the verdant slopes of Palatine Hill .
• Conclude your day with a comfortable transfer back to your hotel.

St. Peter's Basilica and St. Peter's Square

Day 3

Rome | Walk Through the Beautiful Piazzas

• Embark on a captivating 3-hour walking odyssey through the most beautiful piazzas in Rome, led by your expert guide.
• Meet your professional guide at Piazza San Pantaleo and take a stroll to admire the majestic Bernini fountains in Piazza Barberini .
• Delve into the secrets of the Trevi Fountain and explore the Michelangelo-influenced Piazzale del Campidoglio on Capitoline Hill.
• Pass by Piazza Mattei in the Jewish Ghetto and take a look at the iconic Turtle Fountain.
• Let the captivating hum of Campo de Fiori draw you into its bustling market before unraveling the artistic threads woven within the majestic fountains of Piazza Navona .
• Conclude your artistic adventure with a stroll back to your hotel.

Piazza Navona in Rome

Day 4

Rome - Florence | Journey Through the Heart of Italy

• Make the most of your free time to explore Rome one last time before your driver transfers you to Roma Termini train station for a fast train to Florence.
• Upon arriving at Firenze S.M. Novella train station, your driver will welcome you and transfer you to the hotel.
• Embrace the rest of the day for independent exploration and have a first taste of Florence at your own pace.

High speed train in Italy

Day 5

Florence | Wander Through the Heart of Florence

• Meet your local Florentine expert at your hotel and embark on a 3-hour journey through time.
• Explore the Piazza della Signoria, marvel at the majestic Palazzo Vecchio and the incredible statues at the Loggia dei Lanzi.
• Stroll through the Ponte Vecchio, the oldest and most picturesque bridge in Florence, and then discover the sublime secret of the Vasari Corridor.
• Experience the beauty of Duomo Square, including the Cathedral, Baptistery, Giotto's Bell Tower, and Brunelleschi's Cupola.
• Enjoy a break! Explore the city at your leisure, or relax at the hotel until the 3-hour Pizza and Gelato Making Class (Join-in) begins.
• Learn pizza-making magic from a professional chef, mastering dough stretching and crafting the perfect light sauce.
• Uncover the science behind gelato as you explore fresh ingredients and witness the transformation into creamy perfection.
• Enjoy what you cooked before you walk back to the hotel.

The Ponte Vecchio

Day 6

Florence | Stroll Through the Art Galleries

• Uncover the secrets and curiosities of the Accademia Gallery and Uffizi Gallery in a 4-hour private tour .
• Skip the queues at the Accademia Gallery and explore Michelangelo's iconic David, gazing in awe at its intricate details.
• Prepare to be dazzled by the Uffizi Gallery, home to masterpieces by Giotto, Masaccio, Botticelli, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo.
• After delving into Renaissance masterpieces, return to your hotel with lingering inspiration.

Uffizi Gallery

Day 7

Florence - Venice | Take a High-speed Train to Venice

• Unwind and explore Florence one last time before your driver whisks you away to Firenze S.M. Novella train station for a high-speed train to Venice.
• Glide through the canals in a private motorboat to your Venice hotel upon arriving at Santa Lucia train station.
• Embrace the rest of your Venetian adventure and savor your first taste of the city, getting lost in the labyrinthine alleyways.

Piazza della Signoria square

Day 8

Venice | Discover the Beauty of Venice

• Meet your expert guide in your hotel and enjoy a 2-hour stroll to iconic Piazza San Marco, home to the legendary Basilica of San Marco and Doge's Palace.
• Discover the opulence and beauty of the Basilica of San Marco, with its stunning golden mosaics, polychrome decorations, five domes, and the legendary Pala d'Oro.
• Explore the dynamic Venetian Gothic masterpiece Doge's Palace, showcasing vibrant cultural connections between the Serenissima Republic and other European states.
• Cross the poignant Bridge of Sighs, a reminder of the prisoners' fate.
• Take a break for a cup of coffee or a light lunch at noon before your 1-hour private gondola ride along the canals.
• Let the sights and sounds of Venice serenade you as you glide through the canals, past grand palazzos, and romantic bridges on your private gondola.
• Stroll back to your hotel at your leisure, or explore the charming narrow streets further.

Piazza San Marco

Day 9

Venice | Venice Lagoon Islands Hopping Voyage

• Cast off on a 4-hour island hopping voyage through the Venice Lagoon with your Knowledgeable guide.
• Glide past the lagoon's serene waters, verdant islands, and charming fishing villages as you journey to Murano, home to the majestic Cathedral of St. Donato.
• Meander through Murano at your own pace, perhaps witnessing the captivating work of expert glass blowers at a nearby factory.
• Sail onwards to the colorful island of Burano, where brightly painted houses add splashes of vibrant charm to every corner, ready to captivate you.
• Your private boat will whisk you back to the Venice hotel, ready to carry the magic of the islands with you.

Beautiful view on Murano Island, Venice

Day 10

Venice | Departure

• Savor the sights of a new day Venetian sunrise before gliding through the canals to your departing flight.

Bridge of Sighs

Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours

Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.

Hand-Picked Hotels

We select hotels with style and local features. Let us know your preferences and we'll find your ideal hotel.

Grand Hotel Palace Rome

Hotel Orto de Medici

Palazzo Veneziano Venice