Experience Italy with our long stay hopping program, combining the vibrant energy of Rome with the charm of your choice of two additional destinations. Begin with the Eternal City, where history, culture and cuisine come alive. Then, continue your Italian escape with a 21-night stay in two selected cities of your choice.

27 days | 25 nights

Self-guided tour

Trip Highlights

Destinations that include planned activities and/or overnight stays.

Italy

Rome Florence Amalfi Coast Venice Palermo Catania

Inclusions

• Round-trip flights to Rome
• 25 nights of accommodation
• 25 breakfasts
• Round-trip airport transfers in Rome
• Round-trip high-speed train from Rome to your selected cities in your selected class of service
• Local flight from Rome to Palermo and Catania to Rome, if applicable
• Concierge service in the selected cities for assistance

Itinerary

Day 1 | Canada to Rome

• Fly to Rome. 

Day 2 - 4 | Welcome to Rome

• Upon your arrival at the airport, meet your driver and transfer to the hotel. Get settled for your 3-night stay and start planning your personal itinerary to explore the city’s iconic landmarks at your own pace.
•  Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 5 - 11 | Rome to your 1st selected city: At Leisure for 7 nights

• Start your day by heading to the train station to board the train to your first long-stay destination. Upon arrival in your chosen city, make your way to your hotel, settle in and enjoy a week immersed in the charm and romance of Italy, with ample time to explore at your own pace. A local representative will be on hand throughout your stay to help arrange excursions and suggest must-see sights and experiences.
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• •  Florence:  During your stay in Florence, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the region at your own pace. You may choose to visit iconic museums like the Uffizi and Pitti Palace, take day trips to charming Tuscan towns such as Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca, Pienza or Montepulciano and enjoy the scenic landscapes and renowned wines of the Chianti area.
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• •  Venice:  During your stay in Venice, take the opportunity to experience the city’s unique charm at your own pace. You might enjoy a guided boat tour along the Grand Canal, visit the colourful islands of Murano and Burano or treat yourself to a classic gondola ride through Venice’s romantic canals.
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• •  Palermo:  During your stay in Palermo, Sicily, you’ll have time to explore the city and its surroundings at your leisure. Consider discovering Palermo’s rich history on a city tour, visiting the impressive cathedral in Monreale and the ancient ruins of Segesta or taking a day trip to the charming coastal town of Cefalù.
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•  Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 12 - 25 | Off to your 2nd selected city : At Leisure for 14 nights

• Make your way to the train station and board the train to your next city. Upon arrival, proceed to your hotel and settle in for the next two weeks.
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• •  Amalfi:  During your stay in Amalfi, take the time to explore the picturesque villages along the coast like Ravello, Positano and Atrani. Enjoy leisurely beach days, local hikes and boat excursions and indulge in regional cuisine and limoncello tastings.
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• •  Florence:  During your stay in Florence, you’ll have plenty of time to explore the region at your own pace. You may choose to visit iconic museums like the Uffizi and Pitti Palace, take day trips to charming Tuscan towns such as Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa, Lucca, Pienza or Montepulciano, and enjoy the scenic landscapes and renowned wines of the Chianti area.
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• •  Catania: During your stay in Catania, enjoy the freedom to explore eastern Sicily at your own pace. You might stroll through the historic centre on a Catania city tour, venture to the slopes of Mount Etna, visit the stunning town of Taormina, explore the baroque beauty of Ortigia or take a day trip to the remarkable Valley of the Temples in Agrigento.
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•  Meal(s): Breakfasts

Day 26 | Return to Rome : At Leisure

• Following breakfast, you’ll make your own way to the train station for your return journey to Rome. Once there, you’ll make your way to the hotel and check in. Take advantage of your final day to relax or pick up any last-minute souvenirs.
•  Meal(s): Breakfast

Accommodations

Where you'll stay

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

3-Star Accommodation

Hotel

 Rome

Hotel Galileo (or similar) 3

 Venice

Hotel Nazionale (or similar) 3

 Florence

B&B City Senter (or similar) 3

Room details

Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds

Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 

4-Star Accommodation

Hotel

 Rome

Hotel Gioberti (or similar) 4

 Florence

Hotel Adriatico (or similar) 4

 Venice

Hotel Avani Rio Novo (or similar) 4

 Amalfi Coast

Villa Romana (or similar) 4

 Palermo

Hotel NH Palermo (or similar) 4

 Catania

Hotel NH Catania Centro (or similar) 4

Room details

Bed size(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds

Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people

Unless otherwise indicated, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip. 

Best for

Classic Europe tours

Visit iconic places in Europe with worry-free itineraries. Tour packages include:

• Round-trip flight with Air Canada
• Local flights (select packages)
• Private airport and train station transfers (select packages)
• Hotel accommodation
• Daily breakfast
• Train transportation (select packages)
• More Moments activities or excursions
• Aeroplan® points

Important Information

Departure Dates

Daily flights from November 15, 2026, to March 5, 2027

Not Included 

• Meals, unless specified
• Porterage
• Optional excursions or activities
• Personal expenses
• Transfers between the train station and the hotel in Rome, Venice and Florence
• Local taxes

Activities

Concierge service in the selected city for assistance with booking excursions or recommending must-see sights and experiences.

Choose any one of the three combinations below:

Rome (3 nights), Florence (7 nights), Amalfi (14 nights), Rome (1 night)

Rome (3 nights), Palermo (7 nights), Catania (14 nights), Rome (1 night)

Rome (3 nights), Venice (7 nights), Florence (14 nights), Rome (1 night)

Transportation

High-speed train in economy class. Business class is also available. Please inquire.

If you choose the Sicily option, a local flight from Rome to Palermo and a return flight from Catania to Rome are included, along with round-trip transfers between your hotels and the airports.

If you opt for the Florence–Amalfi option, a round-trip private transfer between the Salerno train station and your hotel in Amalfi is included.

Important Note

The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above displays the Rome-Venice-Florence-Rome combination for reference only.