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14 Days Splendors of Italy Tour Package
Duration: 14 Days / 13 Nights
Priced From: $2,150 pp dbl. occ.
Dates: Apr - Oct, Dec
With many millennia worth of epic history, matchless works of art, and pure blue oceans and lakes, Italy’s many splendors bombard the senses. See the iconic structures of ancient Rome, Renaissance Florence, and enjoy the view at the Italian Lakes and Bay of Naples.
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 - Depart USA
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 - Arrive Rome (2 nights)
Greetings from us and a warm welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. After check-in at your
hotel, you will have time to relax and unwind before meeting with your Tour Director in the afternoon. This evening why not take a stroll around this fascinating city and admire the fountains found in every square and on many corners of the city streets.
Hotel: Aran Park
Day 3 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure
We have an included sightseeing tour with a local guide this morning who introduces us to this ancient city. The highlight of the tour is the visit to the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican City. Then we cross the Tiber River to enjoy views of the Forum and the iconic Colosseum, the scene of gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome. Later we have time at leisure to explore the city further or maybe to take an optional excursion to see the catacombs, the underground burial places of the early Christians, or maybe to drive out of Rome to visit the splendid Tivoli Gardens with their unique and ornate fountains. (Buffet breakfast)
Day 4 - Rome – Bay of Naples (2 nights)
Today we head past the Abbey of Monte Cassino to the Bay of Naples for two relaxing nights. This afternoon, why not take an optional excursion to see the excavations of Pompeii, the town literally petrified by the eruption of the volcano, Vesuvius, in AD 79? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Stabia
Day 5 - Sorrento excursion
This morning we drive to the nearby resort of Sorrento to visit an inlaid wood workshop. Then free time to shop on the Piazza Tasso before maybe taking an optional excursion to the enchanting Isle of Capri. This former summer home of Roman emperors is alive with color and character. This evening we return to our hotel for dinner. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 6 - Bay of Naples – Assisi
Today we drive north to Umbria and the mystic city of St. Francis, Assisi, which lies on the slopes of Mount Subasio. On arrival an orientation tour includes St. Francis Basilica, renowned for its fresco paintings. Dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Frate Sole
Day 7 - Assisi – Venice (2 nights)
This morning we enjoy a scenic drive through the Apennine Mountains and descend to the
flat Venetian plain. From here we continue on to the magical floating city of Venice. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: II Burchiello (Oriago)
Day 8 - Venice orientation & at leisure
Savor the sights and sounds of this serene city as we take our canal cruise by vaporetto to St. Mark’s Square with views of the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace and the Basilica of St. Mark. We will watch a demonstration of Murano glass-blowing before time at leisure or maybe take a trip out into the lagoon for a seafood lunch on the Island of Burano? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 9 - Venice – Italian Lakes (2 nights)
This morning’s drive takes us inland to Shakespeare’s Verona. Here we stop to admire the Roman Arena and see Juliet’s balcony. Finally we travel via Milan to the Italian Lake District. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Continental
Day 10 - Lugano excursion
After breakfast we head out on an excursion into Switzerland and the pretty resort of Lugano. There’s time here to perhaps stroll along the lakeside promenades, pedalo on the lake and enjoy the wonderful mountain air, before we return to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 11 - Italian Lakes – Florence (2 nights)
We cross the Apennine Mountains passing by Genoa, Columbus’ birthplace. From here we make our way to Pisa where we see the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles. Then on to our hotel in Florence. Later you may wish to enjoy a wonderful dinner in the Chianti hills – barbecue style! (Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Relais Certosa
Day 12 - Florence sightseeing and at leisure
Florence was one of the liveliest and most creative cities in Europe, so today’s visitor can see some of the world’s greatest works of art and most magnificent buildings here. We enjoy a sightseeing tour on foot this morning to see the marble cathedral, Signoria Square, Santa Croce Basilica and the baptistery. Afterwards there’s time to discover the artistic works of Donatello or Michelangelo, and shop for quality leather and gold. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 13 - Florence – Siena – Rome
This morning we drive to nearby Siena, through the Chianti-wine producing area of Tuscany. Orientation of this medieval city famous for its Palio Horse Race, reveals its rich artistic heritage. Then we make our way back to Rome for our final night – don’t forget to throw a coin into the Trevi fountain to ensure that you will return one day! (Buffet breakfast)
Hotel: Area
Day 14 - Rome – USA
This morning it is time to say ‘arrivederci Italia’ and to bid farewell to our Tour Director and new-found friends as our Italian tour comes to an end and we return home with wonderful memories. There are transfers available to Rome Fiumicino Airport, conditions apply. (Buffet breakfast)
Highlights:
Rome
Sorrento
Assisi
Venice
Verona
Lugano
Pisa
Florence
Siena
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