Italy & France with Venice and Barcelona Stays, 22 October 2026 (11 nights)

Special Protection, our commitment to ensuring a safe stay with strict cleaning and sanitization protocols. Technologies to support the interaction with the staff to promote social distancing. Protective equipment and safety procedures for staff and guests. Located close to the station, the Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna has been recently refurbished and provides spacious, modern rooms. The elegant restaurant serves quality Venetian cuisine (closed during August). The Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna is only 10 minutes via train from Venice. Our amenities include a concierge, safe deposit box, valet laundry services, babysitting services, meeting facilities, fax and photocopy services, foreign currency exchange, cable television and 24-hour room service. Hotel Restaurant is closed on Sunday. Enjoy your stay. This property has joined the Stay for the Planet project. It undertakes to manage the hotel activities in a sustainable manner by monitoring consumptions, reducing the presence of disposable plastic, taking energy efficiency actions for a positive impact on the environment.

Special Protection, our commitment to ensuring a safe stay with strict cleaning and sanitization protocols. Technologies to support the interaction with the staff to promote social distancing. Protective equipment and safety procedures for staff and guests. Located close to the station, the Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna has been recently refurbished and provides spacious, modern rooms. The elegant restaurant serves quality Venetian cuisine (closed during August). The Best Western Plus Hotel Bologna is only 10 minutes via train from Venice. Our amenities include a concierge, safe deposit box, valet laundry services, babysitting services, meeting facilities, fax and photocopy services, foreign currency exchange, cable television and 24-hour room service. Hotel Restaurant is closed on Sunday. Enjoy your stay. This property has joined the Stay for the Planet project. It undertakes to manage the hotel activities in a sustainable manner by monitoring consumptions, reducing the presence of disposable plastic, taking energy efficiency actions for a positive impact on the environment.

In Italy's Emilia-Romagna region sits the beautiful and historic city of Ravenna. It is well-known for the vibrant mosaics that cover many of its key structures, including the cross-shaped Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, the sixth-century Basilica di Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, and the octagonal Basilica di San Vitale. Located in the centre of the city is the Mausoleo di Teodorico, a circular Gothic stone tomb that was constructed in the sixth century for King Theodoric the Great.

Messina is a coastal city located in the north-east of Sicily and overlooks the homonymous strait, which separates the region from the rest of the Peninsula. Founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC, a few years before Rome, it is said that the strait was the home of Scylla and Charybdis, two sea monsters described by Homer in the Odyssey. In Messina you can admire the Duomo, the Astronomical Clock and the rich Regional Museum which houses works by famous artists.

Naples is one of the most important cities in Italy. Its foundation dates back to the 8th century BC, and it once had an important relationship with Athens, due to its commercial power and position on the sea. The city is rich in history and there are numerous places of interest to visit, in particular the archaeological excavations of the nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum, which were destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Today's Civitavecchia was born as an Etruscan village along the Tyrrhenian coast, but it is believed that the territory has been inhabited since the Neolithic era. The first documents mentioning the city date back to the year 107 AD; the same as the construction of the port which ended three years later. During a stop in Civitavecchia you can visit the Taurine Baths, the Michelangelo Fort, and the Cathedral.

Explore the historic streets, beautiful beaches, and rugged landscapes of Corsica’s captivating capital, Ajaccio.

With a history dating back to the 5th century and the accolade of European Capital of Culture 2013, in Marseille you’ll find an old city full of charm to explore and pretty modern districts alike. Tuck into a classic pissaladière at the old port before visiting the famous coves of the Calanques National Park to the south- a stunning sight and only 25 minutes away by car. Before you leave don’t forget to buy a Marseille soap to give your suitcase a delicious holiday scent!

From Gaudí’s masterpieces to lively tapas bars, Barcelona’s unique blend of art, culture, and history will captivate you.

This upscale city hotel boasts an enviable location between Barcelona's Ciutadella Park and the Olympic Marina Harbour. Just 100 meters from the nearest metro station, it offers easy access to shops, restaurants, bars, and the city's vibrant nightlife, all within 500 meters. The hotel exudes style and elegance, providing an ideal setting for both business and leisure travelers. Its extensive, first-class facilities include a spa (reservations highly recommended due to limited availability; €16 per person for a 90-minute water circuit), a delightful restaurant, and a relaxing bar. Guest rooms are beautifully designed, offering functional spaces and modern amenities for optimal comfort and convenience.