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The Best of
Italy
14 day incl. air, or 13 days Rome/Rome
Italy is home to a wealth of “bests” and this
vacation features them all. Experience Rome with its famed archaeological
sites; Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance;” Pisa’s infamous Leaning Tower;
the unique floating city of Venice; and Pompeii’s remarkable archaeological
site. You’ll also visit Milan, the capital of fashion; enchanting Lake
Maggiore and Italian-speaking Lugano, Switzerland; lively Sirmione on Lake
Garda; Ravenna with its precious Byzantine mosaics; Assisi with the frescoed
St. Francis Basilica; Perugia, capital of Umbria; the lively resort of
Sorrento; and the isle of Capri, where the rich and famous meet. Enjoy all
of this, along with the warmth of the Italian people and the beauty of the
diverse landscapes, as you discover the best of this captivating country.
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Your Travel Package
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SIGHTSEEING:
Visits to Pisa, Lake Maggiore, Milan, Lugano, Sirmione, Verona,
Ravenna, Assisi, Sorrento, Capri
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SCENIC HIGHLIGHTS:
Tuscany, Italian Lake District, Bay of Naples
Inside visits are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description,
including admission charges when applicable
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GUIDES: Local
guides for city sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Venice, Pompeii.
Services of a professional Tour Director while touring
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TRANSPORTATION:
Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Rome if
Cosmos issues the tickets. Touring by private first-class
air-conditioned motorcoach. Canal transfer boat in Venice; boat
transfer to Capri
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QUALITY HOTELS:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel
taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges.
ROME Pineta Palace (ST),
FLORENCE AREA Europa (ST) at Signa or
Meridiana (ST) at Florence, LAKE MAGGIORE
Simplon (F) at Baveno or Splendid (F) at Baveno,
VENICE AREA Poppi (ST) at Mira,
PERUGIA Holiday Inn (F),
SORRENTO Central Park (ST) at
Massalubrense or Rivage (ST)
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MEALS: 12 buffet
breakfast (B); 4 dinners (D)
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AIRPORT TRANSFERS:
Airport transfers may be included when you make your flight
arrangements with Cosmos.
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OPTIONALS: Choice
of optional excursions at reasonable prices to customize your own
experience. Please find a detailed list in your travel documents.
 Day
1 Board your overnight transatlantic flight
Day 2 ARRIVAL IN ROME
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to
explore this ancient capital. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and
fellow travelers.
Day 3 ROME
The ”Eternal City”—a city steeped in history, vibrantly alive and
exciting and absolutely unique! Included sightseeing with a Local
Guide starts in St. Peter’s Square, followed by a visit to the Roman
Forum and the mighty Colosseum
Colosseum. (B)
Day 4 ROME-FLORENCE
This morning, vistas of undulating hills, austere rows of cypress
trees, terraced vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the
backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Reach Florence
in time to enjoy the included walking tour with a Local Guide,
featuring most of the city highlights. You will see the Piazza Santa
Croce; the beautiful Piazza Signoria; the Palazzo Vecchio and its
courtyard; the Loggia dei Lanzi; and, to top it all, the Piazza del
Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the
magnificent East Door of the Baptistry known as the “Gate to
Paradise.” (B,D)
Day 5 FLORENCE. EXCURSION TO PISA
An easy drive this morning to see more of the Tuscan countryside on
the way to Pisa. Stop for a visit and see the Square of Miracles and
the amazing Leaning Tower. Return to Florence for the afternoon. End
the day by joining the optional Tuscan dinner in a typical
restaurant. (B)
Day 6 FLORENCE AREA-MILAN-LAKE MAGGIORE
This morning, leave hilly Tuscany to travel north into the
plains of Lombardy, crossing the great River Po with new and quite
different scenery as you approach Milan for a stop to see its great
Duomo. Overnight in Baveno on the Lake Maggiore area. (B)
Day 7 LAKE MAGGIORE
Time to relax and get to know the area. Lake Maggiore is one of
Italy’s largest lakes and is located on the very edge of Alpine
Switzerland. In fact, on clear days you can see the peaks of the
Swiss Alps. Take advantage of the included excursion to visit Lugano
and its lake in Switzerland. (B)
Day 8 LAKE MAGGIORE-SIRMIONE-VERONA-VENICE
This morning, journey eastwards for a first stop in Sirmione on the
shores of Lake Garda. Next, Verona for another stop to see Romeo and
Juliet’s balcony before reaching the Venice area. (B)
Day 9 VENICE
Venice is more like a marvelous film set than a real live city, with
its criss-crossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges,
palaces, and little quiet piazzas. The included tour starts with a
boat ride and is followed by a visit to St. Mark’s Basilica and a
chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects
as they did centuries ago. Don’t miss out on the optional gondola
trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour
to serenade you. (B,D)
Day 10 VENICE AREA-RAVENNA-ASSISI-PERUGIA
An interesting drive southwards right across the Po Delta to
Ravenna. In the afternoon, journey to Assisi, enclosed by ramparts
and little changed since the Middle Ages. This is the town of the
deeply mystical and poetic St. Francis—see the Church of St. Clara,
founder of the Order of Poor Clares, the medieval castle, and
cathedral. Overnight in beautiful nearby Perugia, capital of Umbria.
(B,D)
Day 11 PERUGIA-SORRENTO
Bypass Orvieto, then drive south on the autostrada to Pompeii. Time
stopped for the rich, aristocratic town of Pompeii with the terrible
eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. On the included visit you can see
the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theater, and forum. Next,
Sorrento, set on a plateau above the waters of the Bay of Naples.
Wander the winding streets lined with shops and stalls, and sit with
a glass of wine absorbing the easygoing life of this charming
resort. (B)
Day 12 SORRENTO. BOAT TRIP TO CAPRI
This legendary island is surrounded by rocky coastline where the
crashing sea has formed awe-inspiring caves. The town with its
pretty piazza, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques, and smart
restaurants is a mecca for the jet set. An optional island tour is
available. (B,D)
Day 13 SORRENTO-ROME
A comfortable drive northwards this morning for arrival in Rome,
well in time to enjoy most of the afternoon and evening. (B)
Day 14YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY
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US $ Price Details
*Air inclusive prices are based on departure from New York. Prices
for departures from other cities will vary. Air-inclusive prices do
not include a September 11th fee of up to $10, passenger facility
charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to
$3.40 per segment, and U.S. and International arrival and departure
fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Air inclusive prices
are subject to change and not guaranteed until payment is made in
full. Restrictions apply.
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Single room
supplement: $480
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Guaranteed shares
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No triple room
reduction.
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2009 departures
are subject to itinerary and price modification. Details will be
available in Oct. 2008.
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Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised
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Price Guarantee: All vacation prices are based on rates
(including foreign exchange rates) expected to be in effect at the
time of departure. Prices are subject to increase without notice if
such rates change prior to departure. The current price will be
confirmed at the time of reservation. However, once Cosmos has
received your deposit for any vacation departing during the current
year, that land price is guaranteed, and any subsequent land cost
increases are at our expense, not including any government tax
increases. Airfares included as part of air-inclusive vacation
prices are guaranteed when we receive confirmation of air itinerary
and full payment. Vacation prices are per person, based on double
occupancy. Single room supplements and triple room reductions may be
applicable.
Not included in the tour price: Federal Inspection Fees for
the U.S. Customs and immigration; International Air Transportation
Tax; agricultural tax; any other taxes; security fee; airport taxes
and fees; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your tour
director; tour host; tour driver; local city guides; gratuities on
ferries, trains and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; mini bar;
alcohol; beverages and food not on the regular table d'hôte menu
(these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel or
restaurant); optional excursions; porterage at airports; travel
protection; excess baggage fees; all other items of a personal
nature.
The departure date above is based on starting your vacation on Day 1
of the itinerary.
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