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Leisurely Tuscany
and Rome
with Sorrento Extension
12 day incl. air, or 11 days Rome/Rome
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Your Travel Package
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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.
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SIGHTSEEING:
Visits to Montecatini, Pisa, Siena, San Gimignano, Assisi
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GUIDES: Local
guides for city sightseeing in Rome and Florence. 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
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Inside visits and
special features are shown in the description, including admission
charges when applicable
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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)
Your Hotel in Sorrento: The first-class hotel Gran Paradiso
is quitely situated high on a hillside overlooking th Bay of Naples.
Located less than two miles from the city center, it is reached by
the hotel's courtesy bus approximately eight times a day. There is a
large terrace with picturesque views. There are bars and restaurants
in the St. Agnello area less than a mile away, and it's just over a
mile to the Marinells Beach. All rooms have private bath/shower;
toilet, balcony and TV. (Rooms air-conditioned only in July and
August). Facilities also include swimming pool with sunbeds and pool
bar, lounge bar, restaurant, games room, and elevators.
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MEALS: Buffet
breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) as detailed in the tour description
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AIRPORT TRANSFERS:
Airport transfers may be included when you make your flight
arrangements with the tour company.
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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.
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1 Fri. BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT
Day 2 Sat. 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 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
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 -ASISI-ROME-SORRENTO
An easy drive from Rome to Sorrento for three nights at the Hotel
Gran Paradiso. (B,D)
Days 9-10 Sat. & Sun. AT LEISURE IN SORRENTO
Make your stay even more enjoyable by taking advantage of a program
of optional excursions which will include places such as the
Amalfitan Coast, Pompeii, and Capri. (B,D daily)
Day 11 Mon. SORRENTO-ROME
Return to Rome for an overnight. (B)
Day 12 Tue. YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY
(B)
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4/11/2008
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4/12/2008
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4/22/2008
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$1,440.00
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4/18/2008
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4/19/2008
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4/29/2008
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$1,440.00
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4/25/2008
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4/26/2008
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5/6/2008
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$1,440.00
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5/2/2008
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5/3/2008
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5/13/2008
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$1,465.00
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5/9/2008
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5/10/2008
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5/20/2008
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$1,465.00
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5/16/2008
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5/17/2008
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5/27/2008
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$1,465.00
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5/23/2008
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5/24/2008
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6/3/2008
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$1,465.00
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5/30/2008
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5/31/2008
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6/10/2008
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$1,465.00
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6/6/2008
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6/7/2008
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6/17/2008
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$1,460.00
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6/13/2008
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6/14/2008
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6/24/2008
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$1,460.00
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6/20/2008
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6/21/2008
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7/1/2008
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$1,460.00
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6/27/2008
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6/28/2008
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7/8/2008
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$1,460.00
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7/4/2008
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7/5/2008
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7/15/2008
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$1,460.00
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7/11/2008
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7/12/2008
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7/22/2008
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$1,460.00
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7/18/2008
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7/19/2008
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7/29/2008
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$1,460.00
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7/25/2008
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7/26/2008
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8/5/2008
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$1,500.00
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8/1/2008
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8/2/2008
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8/12/2008
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$1,500.00
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8/8/2008
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8/9/2008
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8/19/2008
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$1,500.00
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8/15/2008
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8/16/2008
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8/26/2008
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$1,500.00
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8/22/2008
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8/23/2008
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9/2/2008
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$1,500.00
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8/29/2008
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8/30/2008
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9/9/2008
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$1,500.00
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9/5/2008
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9/6/2008
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9/16/2008
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$1,500.00
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9/12/2008
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9/13/2008
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9/23/2008
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$1,500.00
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9/19/2008
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9/20/2008
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9/30/2008
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$1,450.00
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9/26/2008
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9/27/2008
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10/7/2008
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$1,450.00
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10/3/2008
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10/4/2008
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10/14/2008
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$1,430.00
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10/10/2008
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10/11/2008
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10/21/2008
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$1,430.00
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US$ Price
Details
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Applicable air
fare taxes and fees
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*Air inclusive
prices are based on departure from New York. Prices for
departures from other cities will vary and can be obtained from
your travel agent. 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: $325
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Guaranteed shares
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No triple room
reduction.
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Our volume buying
power saves you money!
-We may be able to provide you with flight arrangements from
your gateway city.
-Additional accommodations before or after your tour may be
available at our low prices.
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Departure/arrival
taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at the time of
booking.
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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.
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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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The departure date
above is based on starting your vacation on Day 1 of the
itinerary.
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