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If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com. You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!
Date: May 2-13, 2027
Note: This trip requires walking shoes! We travel around the sites like a local — mostly by train, public transportation and on foot! You don’t want a BIG ‘OL suitcase, because we’re moving a LOT / seeing a LOT!
The itinerary:
May 2 Fly from Omaha to Venice arriving the following day.
May 3 From the airport, we’ll travel to Venice via water taxi!
Recovery Day. This is your chance to recover from your long overnight flight. Venture out and start exploring the “floating city”.
Evening: View the sights from the Rialto Bridge
Hotel TBD in Venice
May 4 Depart hotel at 9am
Self-Guided Tour: Doge’s Palance and St. Mark’s Basilica
Go to the top of the Campanile di San Marco for a BEAUTIFUL view of Venice!
Lunch on your own
Ride a water taxi to the Santa Maria della Salute
Things to do: Book a gondola ride; or visit (nearby) Scuola Grande di San Rocco; Basilica S. Maria Gloriosa dei Frari
Hotel TBD in Venice
May 5 Depart hotel at 9am
Take the morning train to Florence!
Afternoon: Half day tour in Tuscany We’ll Head to the heart of the Tuscan countryside on this half-day trip from Florence. We’ll visit 2 authentic vineyards and taste a variety of different wines. Part of the fun is admiring the beautiful landscape of the rolling Chianti Hills
Hotel TBD in Florence
May 6 Depart hotel at 8:30am
Organized Tour: 9am-Noon Best of Florence Walking tour with David (Accademia Gallery) & the Duomo; & Ponte Vecchio, the old bridge lined with shops.
Lunch on your own
Afternoon: Visit the Uffizi Gallery: This is a world-renowned art museum showcasing masterpieces by Renaissance masters like Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Botticelli.
Also: Basilica of Santa Croce in Florence This is a secular non-profit organization that has managed, preserved, and restored the monumental Basilica complex in Florence since the 14th century. It looks amazing inside!
Hotel TBD in Florence
May 7 Take the train to Pisa!
Stop: The Leaning Tower (of Pisa). You’ll have tickets to climb to the top!
Take an afternoon train to Rome!
Hotel TBD in Rome
May 8 Depart hotel at 9am
Organized Tour: 10:30am – 1:30pm The Colosseum & Palatine Hill: The iconic Flavian Amphitheater, a testament to Roman engineering and a popular venue for gladiatorial contests.
Lunch on your own in the area
Also: View the Monument to Victor Emmanuel II
Optional evening walk to Trevi Fountain & Spanish Stairs
Hotel TBD in Rome
May 9 Pope Day
Stop: 9am Roman Pantheon A well-preserved ancient Roman temple, now a church, known for its impressive dome and oculus. Quick stop at the Piazza Navona
Stop: Noon (arrive by 11am) View the Pope’s prayer. Pope Leo appears at the window of the Apostolic Palace in St. Peter’s Square to deliver a short speech, prayer and blessing (if he is in town).
Stop: 2pm Castel Sant’angelo
Hotel TBD in Rome
May 10 Depart hotel at 10am as we’re on the way to Vatican City
Organized Tour: 12:45pm – 4:15pm The Complete Vatican tour: Explore St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine Chapel within the Vatican Museums, home to immense art and historical treasures.
Hotel TBD in Rome
May 11 Train to Pompeii. Check luggage at hotel & bite to eat.
Tour: 12:30pm – 2:30pm Tour Pompeii Ruins
Pompeii offers a wealth of historical sites and artifacts, offering a glimpse into Roman life. Key attractions include the Forum, the Amphitheater, the House of the Faun, and the Villa of the Mysteries.
Hotel TBD in Pompeii
May 12 Depart Hotel at 7:30am
Eight-hour Grand Tour from Pompeii to Ravello, Positano and Amalfi Coast
Immerse yourself in a true paradise suspended between land and sea as you discover three authentic pearls of the Mediterranean and the Amalfi coast – Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi – in a single day.
Hotel TBD in Pompeii
May 13 Morning train from Pompeii to Rome / Leonardo Express bus to FCO Airport and fly home.
Price: $6,599 per person double; $6,499 per person triple; $6,399 per person quad; $7,899 per person single
WNAX Trip Assurance is available for $300 per person.
- Prices based on flights from Omaha, Minneapolis, Kansas City & Des Moines. You may fly from another airport with the possibility of an added fee.
- A $1,000 payment due at booking; the balance is due 45-60-days prior to the trip.
- By purchasing WNAX Trip Assurance, you will be covered through the day before departure with a 40% cash refund and 40% credit for a future trip which may include a flight credit with a variable expiration date.
- OR may consider traditional travel insurance by clicking here: Travel Guard
WNAX Trips is not affiliated with Travel Guard. - All necessary information will be sent to you 45-60 days prior to departure. This will include the itinerary, flight information, pickup locations and invoice if you owe money.
- Tour gratuities and tips are included in the price of your tour. Gratuities for your tour director and driver are not included. The suggested gratuity for your director and bus driver is $2-$3 a day. These should be related to the service received and are solely at your discretion.
See ALL trips offered by WNAX by clicking HERE!
If you have questions about this trip, email Steve Crawford. His email address is crawford@wnax.com. You can also text him at 605-857-0753.
If you’re ready to reserve your seats, call 800-843-0089!
TRIP TERMS AND CONDITIONS
General
Itinerary and hotels are subject to change. Alternatives may be offered due to closure or unexpected events.
Tour prices are subject to increased rate until booked with a deposit.
Booking a tour indicates you have read and agree with the terms.
Air Travel
Air fare is booked at Economy class group rate. Upgrades may be requested at additional cost.
One carry-on bag, meeting the airline specifications, is included in the trip price.
Additional charges for checked bags may be imposed by the airline and is the responsibility of the traveler.
Airlines may change departure times and/or layover sites. Please check the status one day prior to the flight.
Ground Transportation
Ground transportation is provided by air-conditioned motor coach.
Seat rotation is not enforced.
If you need special accommodations or have concerns during the trip, please speak with the host and every effort will be made to make suitable arrangements.
All items brought onto the motor coach must be kept clear of the aisle.
Please ensure luggage brought on the motor coach is not excessive and allows for all passengers to be accommodated.
Hotel Accommodations
Hotels are subject to change based on availability at time of reservation.
Elevators are not guaranteed at all properties.
Traveler is responsible for his/her luggage and may have to walk a short distance with their bag.
Special Requirements
All tours require some walking and traveler is responsible for their own luggage. Please request help from the host if needed.
If special accommodations are needed, please communicate this before booking.
Arrangements for special requirements may incur additional costs to the traveler.