Leisurely Tuscany and Rome
9 day incl. air, or 8 days

Your Travel Package Includes:

This multi-focused vacation gives you the opportunity to discover Rome and Tuscany at a slower pace, while also experiencing some of the other interesting areas of Italy. Start with two overnights in Rome and included sightseeing with a Local Guide that visits the Colosseum and Roman Forum. Then, skirt the Tyrrhenian Sea with views of the Tuscan Maremma on your way to Pisa, where you can admire the Square of Miracles with its Leaning Tower. Your base in Tuscany is Montecatini, a famous spa town, where you spend 4 nights. Included excursions take you to the stunning and well-preserved medieval jewels of Siena and San Gimignano, and renaissance Florence with architectural highlights that include Piazza Santa Croce, Palazzo della Signoria, and Piazza del Duomo with the exquisite Campanile and the Baptistry. Leaving Montecatini, visit hilltop Assisi, home of St. Francis, and head across the gentle Apennines back to Rome.

  • SIGHTSEEING: Visits to Montecatini, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano, Assisi

  • GUIDES: Local guides for city sightseeing in Rome and Florence. Services of a professional Tour Director while touring

  • TRANSPORTATION: Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Rome if Cosmos issues the tickets. Touring by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach

  • Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable

  • QUALITY HOTELS: Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges.
    ROME Princess (ST) or Parco Tirreno (F)

  • MEALS: Buffet breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) as detailed in the tour description

  • AIRPORT TRANSFERS: Airport transfers may be included when you make your flight arrangements with the tour company.

  • OPTIONALS: Choice of optional excursions at reasonable prices to customize your own experience. Please find a detailed list in your travel documents.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Fri. BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT

Day 2 Sat. ARRIVAL IN ROME, ITALY
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 Sun. ROME
The “Eternal City” is steeped in history, vibrantly alive, 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. Time too for your own exploring, shopping, or just relaxing at a sidewalk café. (B)

Day 4 Mon. ROME-PISA-MONTECATINI
Journey northward for a stop in Pisa to visit the famous Square of Miracles with the Leaning Tower. Then continue to Montecatini, in the heart of Tuscany, where you’ll spend the next four nights. It’s ideally located to explore the best of Tuscany. (B,D)

Day 5 Tue. MONTECATINI
A day of leisure or an opportunity to join an included excursion to visit Siena and San Gimignano. Siena, without a doubt, is Tuscany’s most beloved and inviting city. A walk through its narrow streets lined with medieval palaces into the Piazza del Campo, which is shaped like a fan, is truly a memorable experience. San Gimignano, a hilltop town with more towers than churches, is uniquely situated among vineyards, olive groves, and the delightful Tuscan countryside. (B)

Day 6 Wed. MONTECATINI. EXCURSION TO FLORENCE
Enjoy a full-day excursion to the city known as the “Cradle of the Renaissance.” Traffic is banned in part of the historic center, so visitors can wander at leisure and admire Florence’s timeless beauty. The included walking tour with a Local Guide will introduce you to the city’s highlights. (B)

Day 7 Thu. MONTECATINI
A day to do as you please or join an optional half-day excursion to two of Tuscany’s best-known cities. First to Lucca, renowned for its narrow streets, quaint shops, and magnificent palaces and churches. Next, to Vinci, the birthplace of that true Renaissance man, Leonardo. (B,D)

Day 8 Fri. MONTECATINI-ASSISI-ROME
Travel south today for a first stop in the walled city of Assisi, home of the mystical St. Francis. Marvel at the remarkable treasures of the magnificent Basilica. Leave this peaceful old town to head across the Apennines to Rome. Celebrate your last evening in Rome by joining the optional farewell dinner. (B)

Day 9 Sat. YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY
(B)

Dates & Rates
 

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All prices are per person based on Double Occupancy.
Air inclusive price is based on departure from New York.

Departure Date Tour Start Date Return Date Land/Cruise Price
4/11/2008 4/12/2008 4/19/2008 $1,090.00
4/18/2008 4/19/2008 4/26/2008 $1,090.00
4/25/2008 4/26/2008 5/3/2008 $1,090.00
5/2/2008 5/3/2008 5/10/2008 $1,130.00
5/9/2008 5/10/2008 5/17/2008 $1,130.00
5/16/2008 5/17/2008 5/24/2008 $1,130.00
5/23/2008 5/24/2008 5/31/2008 $1,130.00
5/30/2008 5/31/2008 6/7/2008 $1,150.00
6/6/2008 6/7/2008 6/14/2008 $1,150.00
6/13/2008 6/14/2008 6/21/2008 $1,150.00
6/20/2008 6/21/2008 6/28/2008 $1,150.00
6/27/2008 6/28/2008 7/5/2008 $1,150.00
7/4/2008 7/5/2008 7/12/2008 $1,150.00
7/11/2008 7/12/2008 7/19/2008 $1,150.00
7/18/2008 7/19/2008 7/26/2008 $1,150.00
7/25/2008 7/26/2008 8/2/2008 $1,150.00
8/1/2008 8/2/2008 8/9/2008 $1,150.00
8/8/2008 8/9/2008 8/16/2008 $1,150.00
8/15/2008 8/16/2008 8/23/2008 $1,150.00
8/22/2008 8/23/2008 8/30/2008 $1,150.00
8/29/2008 8/30/2008 9/6/2008 $1,150.00
9/5/2008 9/6/2008 9/13/2008 $1,150.00
9/12/2008 9/13/2008 9/20/2008 $1,150.00
9/19/2008 9/20/2008 9/27/2008 $1,120.00
9/26/2008 9/27/2008 10/4/2008 $1,120.00
10/3/2008 10/4/2008 10/11/2008 $1,090.00
10/10/2008 10/11/2008 10/18/2008 $1,090.00

Single room supplement: $235
Guaranteed shares
No triple room reduction

US$ 2008 Price Details

  • *Air inclusive prices are based on departure from New York. Prices for departures from other cities will vary and can be obtained by calling 1-800-942-3301. 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.

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.

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