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It's hard not to
fall in love with Italy's most well known region. Immerse
yourself in Tuscan delights with stays in Siena and the
Renaissance capital of Florence. Take a bicycle ride through the
countryside, learn to cook a Tuscan meal, and go wine tasting in
Chianti. Then visit the medieval town of Orvieto, the Dying City
of Civita and finish up by retracing the history of the Empire
in Rome. A great tour for anyone who loves good food, fine wines
and a holiday that takes you to the heart of a culture.
Included
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Rome: Evening
walking tour
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Rome: See
Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona,
Colosseum & Roman Forum
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Rome: See St.
Peter's Basilica
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Orvieto: Visit
the medieval town including a funicular ride
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Bagnoregio:
See Civita, the dying city
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Siena: See
Piazza del Campo (Home of the Palio horse race), Palazzo
Pubblico and Cathedral
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Pisa: See the
Leaning Tower
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Voltera:
Alabaster demonstration
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Tuscan Coast:
Visit a beach to enjoy the Mediterranean Sea
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Mugello: Visit
14th Century Cafaggiolo Castle
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Mugello:
Cooking demonstration with fresh produce
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Chianti: Taste
the famous Chianti classic wines
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Chianti:
Bicycle ride and lunch in the Chianti countryside
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Florence:
Walking tour with a local guide
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Florence: See
the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto's Bell Tower, the
Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria
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Florence:
Florentine leather craft demonstration
Accommodations
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7 nights in
superior tourist class hotels
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Accommodation
based on your choice of twin or triple-share with private
facilities
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7 Continental
breakfasts (B) 1 lunch (L) and 4 three-course dinners (D) as
per itinerary
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Hotel tips,
local taxes and service charges
Tour
Difference
Experienced professional Tour Manager & Driver
Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
Day 1 Depart for Europe
Your exciting European trip begins.
Day 2 Arrive Rome
Make your way to the hotel, then the day is free to explore at
leisure. Maybe start your souvenir shopping or try an Italian
gelato. Tonight, enjoy dinner after meeting with your Tour
Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm.
Day 3 Rome to Siena
We start the day with a visit, by funicular, to the magnificent
town of Orvieto perched on the cliff tops with breathtaking
views over the surrounding vineyards. Later we head for the
deserted town of Bagnoregio, once a thriving medieval town but
now boasting just 15 residents! Early evening we arrive at our
hotel for four nights set in the heart of the Tuscany region.
Day 4 Tuscany
Today we experience essential Tuscany. We spend the morning
exploring the Chianti region by bike, ending at the beautiful
Castelo Meleto where we will taste the famous Chianti classic
wines and enjoy a light lunch. This afternoon we return to
Siena, home to Tuscany's most celebrated festival the Palio with
its famous bareback horse race. Time for you to visit the
Cathedral, Palazzo Pubblico and Piazza del Campo, arguably
Italy's most picturesque piazza. Why not join us for a sunset
dinner overlooking the rolling Tuscan hills? Magical!
Day 5 Tuscany
We leave Siena this morning for Pisa and its famous leaning
tower. We continue to Volterra and later this afternoon we stop
at one of the most beautiful beaches on the Tuscan coast. Some
time to swim in the Mediterranean sea, soak up the sun and
relax.
Day 6 Tuscany
Join our local guide this morning who takes us into the
countryside to find fresh locally grown specialities. We visit
Cafaggiolo castle built in the 14th C and considered one of the
finest examples of Renaissance architecture. We arrive into
Florence for our guided tour including Basilica of Santa Croce,
Giotto's belltower, Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo. See a
demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Why not join us for a
traditional Tuscan meal on our last night in Siena?
Day 7 Siena to Florence
A full day for you to explore Renaissance Florence. Maybe visit
the Uffizi or Accademia museums, cross the Ponte Vecchio bridge,
shop for Italian fashions or wander the streets and take in the
atmosphere. Tonight a chance to learn more about Tuscan cuisine
at a cooking class.
Day 8 Florence to Rome
More free time this morning to explore Florence, before
travelling south to Rome. On arrival in Rome a sightseeing tour
before checking-in to our hotel.
Day 9 Depart Rome
Time to swap addresses and email details and say 'Arrivederci
Roma' as the tour ends after breakfast.
TOUR CODE: BBTUA
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Tour starts in
Rome ends in Rome
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Single
supplement available
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5% off tour
price † These tours in Siena for the famous Palio festival
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Start Date |
End Date |
Price (USD) |
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May. 02, 2008 |
May. 10, 2008 |
$1,299.00 |
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May. 16, 2008 |
May. 24, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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May. 30, 2008 |
Jun. 07, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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Jun. 13, 2008 |
Jun. 21, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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Jun. 27, 2008 |
Jul. 05, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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Jul. 11, 2008 |
Jul. 19, 2008 |
$1,429.00 |
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Jul. 25, 2008 |
Aug. 02, 2008 |
$1,429.00 |
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Aug. 08, 2008 |
Aug. 16, 2008 |
$1,429.00 |
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Aug. 22, 2008 |
Aug. 30, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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Sep. 05, 2008 |
Sep. 13, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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Sep. 19, 2008 |
Sep. 27, 2008 |
$1,359.00 |
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