Four Incredible Nights In Florence And Venice

ⓘ Price includes £16/pp local charges, payable at accommodation

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Overview

Your adventure begins in Florence, one of the major economic centres and tourist hubs of Italy, located in Tuscany, north of the Chianti region. The Duomo di Firenze, Florence’s iconic symbol, is a cathedral etched onto millions of postcards worldwide and a product of the renaissance. Then, Giotto’s Tower offers a stunning 360 degree view of the city’s surrounding areas in all their glory, and the Palazzo Vecchio, located in the Piazza Signoria,is where fine art, sculptures and murals dwell peacefully. This lively square will have you darting between the various shops and cafes dotted along its edges and marveling at its range of statues. Plus, don’t forget to pay a visit to the Santa Croce church which holds the monumental tombs of Galileo, Michelangelo and many others, and the Boboli Gardens which are home to fascinating sculptures and incredible views of the city.

After a memorable 2 nights stay in Florence’s vibrant core, you’ll find yourself strolling alongside the curling, teal-coloured canals of Venice for a further two blissful nights. Listed as a World Heritage Site, Venice is situated across a group of 118 small islands, enabling visitors to hop between them via sparkly canals and dinky bridges. Churches, palaces and an endless supply of Cucina Italiana and buttery pastaadorn the narrow, cobbled backstreets, and gondolas and vaporetti (water buses) sit bobbing along the ripples of the canals, eager for hopeless romantics to hop on in.

You’re truly spoilt for choice when it comes to activities. Discover the treasures of St Mark’s Basilica or take a trip to Doge’s Palace and the Bell Tower of St Mark which offers unparalleled views of the enticing lagoon. Go island hopping to Murano, Burano and Torcello, three breathtaking pieces of land a mere boat ride away. Visit the exquisite glass museum in Murano, gaze at the dreamy, pastel-colored houses of Burano and wander the quaint streets of Torcello and its famous church.

You’ll rest your weary feet at two top-quality hotels throughout your holiday. In Florence, you will stay at the 4 star Diana Park Hotel. A few steps from the Renaissance masterpieces of Florence, you can breathe air of a charming private hotel, in a good position to visit all the attractions of downtown Florence, dine out in then best restaurants and take advantage of personalised excursions to visit the surrounding Tuscan countryside. The architectural details of the hall, enriched by marbles, antique carpets and decorated stuccos, create a sophisticated and welcoming atmosphere.

What's Included

Return flight from the UK
A fabulous 2 nights’ accommodation at 4 Star Diana Park Hotel, Florence
Train from Florence to Venice
An exquisite 2 nights’ accommodation at 4 Star Smart Hotel, Venice
Breakfast at both hotels

Highlights

Discover what makes Florence a fashion capital
Stand in awe at its impressive range of art
Smack your lips against some seriously good Chianti wine
Explore the water paradise that is Venice
Navigate the calm waters by gondola
Venture out on an island-hopping tour

Accommodation & Facilities

Diana Park Hotel, Florence

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Diana Park Hotel, Florence

Diana Park Hotel is located inside an old-fashioned palace, realised at the end of ‘800 with the same neo-classical style of the adjoining church of Madonna delle Tosse (built by the Lorena family in 1596). The hotel is situated at the gates of the historical centre of Florence near Piazza della Libertà.

All rooms are decorated in antique Florentine styling with soothing cherry wood furniture, glass chandeliers, prestigious window drapes and refined linens covering large and comfortable King Size beds. The rooms provide high-quality modern services such as Internet connection, air conditioning, satellite TV, electronic safe and mini-bar.

The 24-hour concierge service is on hand to help with things like museum tickets, tour reservations, taxis, restaurant book

Smart Hotel Holiday

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Smart Hotel Holiday

The Smart Hotel Holiday is a comfy design hotel located few minutes far from Venice city centre. Easy to reach from Venezia-Mestre highway exit, this hotel is the ideal base for all those who are travelling by car and want to visit the wonderful Venice and the other cities in the surroundings.

Completely renewed, the Hotel Holiday offers 89 spacious rooms. All rooms in the hotel offer modern comforts such as wi-fi connection, air conditioning,TV Sat and LCD. En-suite facilities include marble bathrooms with hair dryer and towel warming heaters.

In restaurant you will taste the best Italian traditional cuisine surrounded by a welcoming and familiar atmosphere. It has a great capacity, so it is perfect for any kind of event or for business meetings.