Rome, Italy
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Meals included: None
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14 Day Cosmos Tour with $1000*pp Air Credit
Book By 30 November 2024
Select Dates October 25- November 25
14 Day Cosmos Tour with $1000*pp Air Credit
With its magnificent architecture, beautiful landscapes, sumptuous cuisine, ancient ruins, and brilliant art, Italy is a country like no other. On this affordable Italy’s Best tour, you’ll experience all of this and more. The excursion to the spectacular Cinque Terre—five medieval seaside villages, is not to be missed. The area is noted for its natural beauty with terraces built into the mountainside on cliffs that drop down into the sea. Delight in the unique charm of the area and take in the breathtaking views.
On your journey through Tuscany, watch the undulating hills, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages. More stunning scenery awaits at Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes. Located on the edge of the Swiss Alps, it’s the perfect place to relax and soak in the beauty. Briefly cross the border into Switzerland to Lugano, a lakeside town with a Mediterranean flair. In southern Italy, witness magnificent views of the crystal-clear, blue sea in the vibrant town of Sorrento, and enjoy a day trip to Capri where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. On this comprehensive Italy adventure, history comes alive. Visit Pompeii, buried during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This amazingly preserved archaeological site gives you a detailed insight into ordinary life at the peak of the Roman Empire.
In Rome, during the city sightseeing tour with a local guide, see the main sights, as well as Vatican City with St Peter’s Basilica. In Genoa, boasting Europe’s largest medieval historical district, view the remains of the city’s 17th-century fortifications. Visit St Francis’ Basilica in Assisi, a medieval town set in the green Umbrian hills. Guided city sightseeing tours are planned in Rome, Florence, Assisi, and Genoa. Your visit to Venice includes a boat trip to St Mark’s square to see the maze of canals forming this unique romantic city. These are just some of the many highlights of this affordable tour of Italy!
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Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Meals included: None
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome’s landmarks from St. Peter’s Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire. * * For operational reasons, changes to the Rome program cannot be excluded.
Meals included: Breakfast
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Treasures of Rome and Dinner
Enjoy a tour of Rome and relax over a 3-course dinner with dessert, local wine, and authentic Roman atmosphere! 4H Price range: $ 101 (AUD)
Vistas of rolling hills, rows of cypress trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa and take a mini-train ride to the Square of Miracles with the amazing Leaning Tower. Arrive in Montecatini. Everything tastes better in Tuscany! See for yourself with an optional culinary experience in the Tuscan countryside to indulge in authentic traditional dishes-with wine, of course! Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Meals included: Breakfast
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Tuscan Dinner – Farmhouse Dinner in the Tuscan Countryside
Enjoy a wonderful dinner in the delightful Tuscan countryside, featuring authentic traditional dishes using the finest local ingredients. 4H Price range: $ 96 (AUD)
Today, enjoy an included excursion to Florence. Your Local Guide will show you the city highlights on the walking tour. You will see Piazza Santa Croce; beautiful Piazza Signoria; Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard and Loggia dei Lanzi. To top it all, see Piazza del Duomo and the Cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Doors of the Baptistry, known as the “Gates of Paradise.” Today’s Distance: 81 mi/ 130 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Highlights of Uffizi Gallery – VIP Skip-the-Line Uffizi Gallery
Come face-to-face with the world’s greatest masterpieces when you skip the long lines and head right into the Uffizi Gallery on this extraordinary guided tour! 1H 30M Price range: $ 96 (AUD)
Travel towards La Spezia, where you’ll hop aboard the train to discover some of the five spectacular Cinque Terre villages. The beauty of the rugged cliffs and romantic fishing villages once inspired poet Lord Byron. From Levanto, re-join the coach and head towards Genoa, birthplace of explorer Christopher Columbus. Today’s Distance: 149 mi/ 240 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Today’s included guided tour is an excellent introduction to Genoa. A maze of squares and alleys, the city grew around the port, a natural inlet, and boasts the largest medieval historical district in Europe. Next, head north into the plains of Lombardy, and stop in Milan to marvel at its magnificent Gothic Duomo. Then, continue to Lake Maggiore. Today’s Distance: 155 mi/ 250 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Time to relax and get to know Lake Maggiore, one of Italy’s largest lakes, located on the very edge of Alpine Switzerland. On clear days, you can see the peaks of the Alps. Take advantage of the included excursion to visit Lugano in the Italian-speaking Swiss Canton Ticino. Today’s Distance: 124 mi/ 200 km
Meals included: Breakfast
Travel across the fertile Po River plain. Stop in the romantic city of Verona for some time at leisure. Admire the Roman Arena, perfectly preserved and still hosting concerts and festivals during the summer, shop, or taste some of the excellent local wines. Continue to the Venice area. Do you believe in magic? An optional evening boat ride on Giudecca Canal, dinner in a local restaurant, and St. Mark’s square at night will remove all doubt! Today’s Distance: 236 mi/ 380 km
Meals included: Breakfast
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Venetian Dinner – Venetian Night out and Dinner
The magic of Venice comes to life as you enjoy an unforgettable evening at one of the city’s most celebrated local restaurants. 5H 30M Price range: $ 155 (AUD)
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Magic of Verona
Discover Verona by coach and by foot on this guided introduction to the city forever tied to ancient Rome and Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet”. 3H Price range: $ 48 (AUD)
Venice is more like a romantic film set than a real-life city, with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. The included orientation starts with a boat ride to St. Mark’s Square and is followed by time at leisure and a chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. O Sole Mio! Don’t miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Gondola – Serenaded Gondola Ride
When in Rome, do as the Romans — and when in Venice, head right for the gondolas! Hop aboard a traditional gondola for a ride through the magical Venetian canals 30M Price range: $ 101 (AUD)
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Venetian Lagoon Cruise with Burano Visit
Experience the floating city from the water as you cruise along the lagoon to charming Burano Island for free time to explore on your own. 3H Price range: $ 74 (AUD)
Enjoy an interesting drive southward right across the Po Delta, through the Emilia-Romagna region to Assisi, enclosed by ramparts and little changed since the Middle Ages. This is the town of the deeply mystical and poetic St. Francis. See the Basilica of St. Francis with its famous frescoes by Giotto, with history brought to life by a Local Guide. Overnight in Foligno, a town in the green heart of the Umbria region. Today’s Distance: 249 mi/ 400 km
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to Pompeii, where time stopped for the rich, aristocratic town with the terrible eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. On the included guided visit of the archaeological site, see the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theatre, and forum. Carry on to Sorrento, set on a plateau above the waters of the Bay of Naples. Wander the winding streets lined with shops and stalls and relax, absorbing the easy-going lifestyle of this charming resort. Today’s Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Meals included: Breakfast
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Dinner in Sorrento
Spend a remarkable evening, enjoying fine food from the Campania region as you bask in the delightful atmosphere at one of Sorrento’s most beloved historical restaurants. 3H Price range: $ 80 (AUD)
Enjoy a day trip to the legendary island, surrounded by a rocky coastline where the crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. The town with its pretty “piazzetta”, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and inviting restaurants, is a mecca for the jet set. Explore on your own or take an optional island tour.
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Island of Capri – Discover the Isle of Capri
Discover the Jewel of the Mediterranean on this wonderful excursion to the legendary isle of Capri! 4H Price range: $130 (AUD)
Today, enjoy time at leisure or step into a picture-perfect postcard with an optional excursion to Positano to be amazed at the Amalfi Coast as it follows the curves of the coastline, dotted with colourful clifftop villages. Return to Rome. Today’s Distance: 168 mi/ 270 km
Meals included: Breakfast
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Charms of Positano
The most thrilling drive in Europe awaits as you travel along the famed Amalfi Coast for breathtaking panoramas and a visit to charming Positano! 2H 30M Price range: $ 88 (AUD)
OPTIONAL TOUR (at own expense) : Arrivederci, Roma – Farewell Dinner
Immerse yourself in “la dolce vita” as you enjoy a memorable Italian dinner with wine. 3HPrice range: $ 96 (AUD)
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning.
Meals included: Breakfast
Price based on tour starting 16 November 2025
Extra charges apply for:
Optional excursions may be available at your own expense. The displayed Optional Excursion price is a guide only. You will be able to book most excursions within MyAccount up to 4 days prior to excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed. All excursions are subject to availability.
Treasures of Rome and Dinner
Enjoy a tour of Rome and relax over a 3-course dinner with dessert, local wine, and authentic Roman atmosphere!
4H Price range: $ 101 (AUD)
Tuscan Dinner – Farmhouse Dinner in the Tuscan Countryside
Enjoy a wonderful dinner in the delightful Tuscan countryside, featuring authentic traditional dishes using the finest local ingredients.
4H Price range: $ 96 (AUD)
Highlights of Uffizi Gallery – VIP Skip-the-Line Uffizi Gallery
Come face-to-face with the world’s greatest masterpieces when you skip the long lines and head right into the Uffizi Gallery on this extraordinary guided tour!
1H 30M Price range: $ 96 (AUD)
Venetian Dinner – Venetian Night out and Dinner
The magic of Venice comes to life as you enjoy an unforgettable evening at one of the city’s most celebrated local restaurants
5H 30MPrice range: $ 155 (AUD)
Magic of Verona
Discover Verona by coach and by foot on this guided introduction to the city forever tied to ancient Rome and Shakespeare’s “Romeo & Juliet”
3H Price range: $ 48 (AUD)
Gondola – Serenaded Gondola Ride
When in Rome, do as the Romans — and when in Venice, head right for the gondolas! Hop aboard a traditional gondola for a ride through the magical Venetian canals
30M Price range: $ 101 (AUD)
Venetian Lagoon Cruise with Burano Visit
Experience the floating city from the water as you cruise along the lagoon to charming Burano Island for free time to explore on your own.
3H Price range: $ 74 (AUD)
Dinner in Sorrento
Spend a remarkable evening, enjoying fine food from the Campania region as you bask in the delightful atmosphere at one of Sorrento’s most beloved historical restaurants.
3H Price range: $ 80 (AUD)
Island of Capri – Discover the Isle of Capri
Discover the Jewel of the Mediterranean on this wonderful excursion to the legendary isle of Capri!
4H Price range: $ 130 (AUD)
Arrivederci, Roma – Farewell Dinner
Immerse yourself in “la dolce vita” as you enjoy a memorable Italian dinner with wine.
3H Price range: $ 96 (AUD)
Charms of Positano
The most thrilling drive in Europe awaits as you travel along the famed Amalfi Coast for breathtaking panoramas and a visit to charming Positano!
2H 30M Price range: $ 88 (AUD)
After a day of travelling, you want to relax at a comfortable, clean, and attractive hotel. Cosmos select hotels with the best guestrooms, service, and food for the money, so you can rest easy knowing they’ve checked everything out before your check in. Accommodation names will be confirmed on your final documentation.
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Exclusions
Flights, airport transfers, meals not stated, drinks on meals, optional programs, visas (if required), travel insurance (strongly recommended), tipping, personal expenses and anything not explicitly specified are at your own expense.
MyAccount
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Payment
A first deposit from $999 per person is required to secure your tour booking. A second deposit for the airfare balance is due when flights are booked within 10 months of departure – the amount to be advised at the time of booking. The final balance is due 5 months before departure.
$1000 Air Credit Per Person – Conditions
Air Credit can be redeemed within 10 months of departure by contacting our Air Concierge Team on 1300 692 784 or cruiseair@mycruises.com.au. Any airfare balance due is payable at the time of booking flights.
Solo Occupancy
A single supplement from $890 per person is payable in addition to the twin share price for solo occupancy.
Triple Share
Triple share is not available.
Extra Accommodation
Pre- or post-tour accommodation is on request.
Child
This tour is best enjoyed by adult travellers and the minimum age to participate is 5 years old. Children 5 years of age and above are subject to the adult price. An adult must accompany participants under 18 years of age.
Price
Surcharges may apply for select travel periods and departure cities. Prices are correct at time of publication and are subject to availability, change, cancellation or withdrawal without notice. All prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise.
Amendment
Each amendment is subject to a non-refundable fee from $75 per person. Additional fees and fare differences from third-party suppliers including air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers may apply.
Cancellation
This tour is non-refundable.
Passport
For international travel, each customer must provide a copy of the passport photo page at the time of booking. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure all names are full names exactly matched to the passport with six months validity beyond trip completion. The customer is liable for all fees due to incorrect names, invalid passport information and expired passports.
Visa
A tourist visa is generally not required for Australian passport holders visiting Europe and countries fo this tour, however this policy is subject to change without notice. Visa requirements for each origin and destination country are the responsibility of the customer to check and obtain (if required) with the local consulate or embassy. The customer is liable for all visa application costs and fees due to the failure to obtain the required travel documents.
Health
It is the responsibility of the customer to check and comply with the health, vaccination, COVID-19 and immigration requirements of each origin and destination country, and health requirements imposed by air, tour, cruise and accommodation providers. Vaccinations, testing and quarantine costs are the expense of the customer. Comprehensive travel insurance with COVID-19 coverage is strongly recommended.
Baggage
Each person is entitled to a strict maximum of one bag not exceeding 20kg on the coach tour, superseding any other baggage allowance. Excess baggage is not permitted. You are strongly encouraged to pack lightly. A light day bag or backpack is permitted on the coach. Porterage is not included and you are required to carry your own bags. Luggage and personal effects are your own risk and we hold no liability for lost or damaged belongings.
Meals
Please notify us at the time of booking of any special dietary requirements and allergies. We will pass on your requirements but cannot guarantee that they can be met as certain choices may be limited or not catered for. You are encouraged to reconfirm requirements with your tour leader whilst on tour.
Accommodation
Accommodation names referenced are to be used as an indicative guide for the standard of accommodation to expect. Actual accommodation names may differ and will be confirmed on your final documentation. All hotel ratings are local or self-ratings provided by the supplier. All rooms are lead-in category or run of house unless otherwise specified. The standard check-in time is after 3pm and check-out is before 10am – actual times may vary.
Tipping
Tour guide and driver tipping is customary and strongly recommended gesture of appreciation for the service provided.
Transfers
Airport transfers are not included.
Optional Excursions
Optional excursions may be available. You will be able to book most excursions within MyAccount up to 4 days prior to excursion date, where the exact price will be displayed. All excursions are subject to availability.
Itinerary
The operating schedule and itinerary may be impacted without notice by adverse weather, seasonal factors, closures, local conditions, COVID-19 or other factors beyond our control including force majeure. If attractions are not available due to reasons beyond our control such as closures or adverse weather, alternatives will be provided where possible. The itinerary and its order, sightseeing and transportation may be adjusted as deemed appropriate by the operator for optimum safety, enjoyment and operation. Any reference to ‘optional’, ‘not included’ or ‘exclusions/excluded’ means at your own expense.
Breakaway
Customers must remain with the tour group at all times and must not leave the tour unless written approval is provided before departure.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is strongly recommended. Ask our holiday experts for great coverage options.
Force Majeure
Force majeure means any natural disaster, accident, fire, act of God, act of war, terrorism, legally binding judgment, injunction, action of a court or other relevant authority, emergency, unplanned repairs, maintenance, strike, industrial dispute, work ban, blockade or picketing, travel ban, pandemic, epidemic or outbreak of infectious disease, or other event beyond our reasonable direct or indirect control. In case of force majeure or other extraordinary event that prevents safe travel, the supplier reserves the right to adjust, postpone or cancel the trip.
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