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Taste of Tuscany
7 days / 6 nights
A Family Tour of Rome, Orvieto, Siena, San Gimignano, Florence
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Travel through
time on a Disney-planned adventure and explore the glorious
culture of Italy from ancient Rome to the rolling Tuscan
countryside. Bring the family together and toss a coin into the
Trevi fountain, explore the medieval villages of Orvieto, Siena
and San Gimignano, journey to the Renaissance city of Florence,
take a pasta-making class and spend an evening under the Tuscan
stars. It's an adventure for the ages!
Rome - Your family will discover the splendor of the
great Roman Empire, with awe-inspiring ruins amid the modern
bustle of this eternal city.
Tuscany - Your home in the pastoral countryside is a
gracious villa, perfect for day trips to Florence and Siena, or
relaxing in the Tuscan sun.
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Tour Highlights
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Highlights
• Privately-guided tour of ancient Rome
• Day trip to Florence
• Medieval towns of Siena, San Gimignano and Monteriggioni
Disney Difference
• Pasta-making lessons
• Four-night stay in a Tuscan villa
• Authentic Tuscan BBQ
• Adult's wine tasting
Junior Adventurer and Family Friendly
• Learn about the Palio horse race in Siena
• Disney movie night
• Gelato tasting
• Private pasta party
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Itinerary |
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Day One
Arrive in Rome
Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney
representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle.
Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to
the Empire Palace Hotel.
Check into Empire Palace Hotel
You will be checked into your resort before you arrive, so take
some time to explore this enchanting resort that used to be the
palatial home of a noble Venetian family.
Welcome Reception and Dinner at Hotel
Meet the other families that will share the adventure! Gather
together and enjoy your first of many mouthwatering Italian
feasts.
Meal Included: Dinner
Day Two
Highlights of Rome
Learn the legends and relive the majesty of Rome's glorious
past! Walk through history at the ancient Coliseum, the Forum
and a photo stop at St. Peter's Square - it's a timeless journey
your family will treasure forever.
Lunch at Rei degli Amici
After your city tour, share an authentic Roman pizza with your
family at this celebrated café.
Optional Walking Tour of Historic Rome
Follow an ancient road to the dazzling destinations in the city,
from the famed Spanish Steps to the twinkling Trevi Fountain.
Cap off your tour with a taste of heaven Italian ice cream,
called "gelato"!
Dinner in Rome
A marvelous meal is never far in Rome, and our Adventure Guides
will be happy to make suggestions for a family feast to
remember.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Three
Travel to Orvieto, Umbria
After breakfast, board a luxury motor coach to the glorious
Umbrian and Tuscan countryside. Along the way, take an
illuminating excursion to Orvieto, a medieval settlement crowned
with a glorious Gothic cathedral!
Lunch and Shopping in Orvieto
Explore this charming village that seems frozen in time! Your
Adventure Guides will be happy to make recommendations for a
fabulous family afternoon.
Arrive at Villa Belvedere Campoli, Tuscany
Welcome to the enchanting Tuscan villa that will be your home
for the next few days. Explore the grounds, take a swim or learn
to play bocce ball there's magic around every turn!
Junior Adventurers' and Adults' Only Dinner
At the villa, kids cut loose at their own dinner party with
their favorite foods. In the meantime, adults can enjoy a quiet
evening dining at the villa.
Disney Movie
Cuddle up and catch a classic Disney film in a storybook
setting.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Four
Morning at the Villa
Embrace your morning in paradise and relax on the grounds of
your villa. Play bocce ball, take a swim or simply nap
underneath the Tuscan sun. This is your time to live "la dolce
vita"!
Morning Excursion to Monteriggioni
Journey to this beautifully preserved village and see what lies
behind its fortified walls. This tiny village is so famous; it's
named in Dante's "Divine Comedy"!
Cooking Class and Lunch
Gather the family together in the villa's kitchen - and learn
the art of preparing a real Italian feast! This special event
for Adventures by Disney Guests will have the whole family
cooking up a magical, memorable meal!
Shopping and Dinner in San Gimignano
Enjoy shopping and dinner on your own in this ancient hilltop
village. San Gimignano boasts a fascinating history of family
feuds and incredible tower-houses that will stir your
imagination with their stories.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
Day Five
Travel to Florence
After breakfast at the villa, board a luxury motor coach for a
picturesque ride to the breathtaking city of Florence.
City Tour
Share the timeless treasures of the Renaissance on a
privately-guided tour designed to enchant travelers of all ages.
Marvel at Michelangelo's "David", the Duomo and Dante's home.
Lunch in Florence
With the assistance of your Adventure Guides, enjoy a pleasant
family lunch at a sidewalk cafe or an authentic pizzeria.
Afternoon in Florence
Walk through the pages of history and discover the beauty of
this magical metropolis. Shop for treasures at a bustling
marketplace or gaze at great works of art in magnificent
museums. The afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish!
Tuscan Barbeque Dinner at the Villa
Take your time and dine as you wish. Bring the family together,
dig into a leisurely supper and watch the sun dip beneath the
Tuscan countryside.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Six
Excursion to Siena
After breakfast, journey to Siena, an enchanting city that is
remarkably preserved in all of its medieval glory. Trip through
time and visit the Duomo, Piccolomini Library and enjoy
exclusive entrance to the Eagle Contrada Museum.
Lunch on Your Own in Siena
Your Adventure Guides can suggest where to indulge in a special
family lunch in this charming town.
Farewell Dinner at Villa Belvedere on Belvedere Terrace
At the end of the day, return to the lush gardens of the villa
for a festive feast with your fellow travelers. Tonight,
celebrate your final evening in the countryside at an authentic
Tuscan celebration with entertainment for the whole family!
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Seven
Breakfast at the Hotel
Bid farewell to all your fellow adventurers, and enjoy one last
meal in tranquil Tuscany.
Transfers to Airport
Relax and enjoy your final moments in Italy as we handle your
luggage and arrange for transportation to the Florence airport.
Say "arrivederci" to your fellow adventurers until you return
again!
Meal Included: Breakfast
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Departure Dates &
Rates |
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Value
(1) |
Standard (1) |
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Early
Booking Rates(2,3) |
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| Adult |
$1,989 |
$2,209 |
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| Child(4) |
$1,789 |
$1,989 |
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Regular
Rates(3) |
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| Adult |
$2,479 |
$2,759 |
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| Child(4) |
$2,229 |
$2,489 |
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(1) Value,
Standard and Peak dates are identified in the Travel Dates table
below.
(2) Valid for bookings made more than 120 days prior to
departure. The number of land packages available at these rates
is limited.
(3) Based on double, triple or quad occupancy. Single supplement
applies - call for details. Subject to availability, eligible
parties of 4 may be booked as a quad or two doubles. See "Note
on accommodations" below. AIRFARE TO AND FROM
DESTINATION IS NOT INCLUDED.
(4) Child rate applies to Guests under 12 at the time of travel
when accompanied by an adult in the same room. Guests under 18
must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Note on accommodations:
Subject to availability:
• Parties of three in Rome are accommodated in one room with a
rollaway bed and either one queen bed or two twin beds. Parties
of three in Tuscany are accommodated in one room with two twin
beds and either one additional twin bed or one sofa bed.
• Parties of four booked as a quad: In Rome, quads having
more than two Guests over the age of 12 must be accommodated in
two connecting rooms each having either two twin beds or one
queen bed. All other quads in Rome are accommodated in one
junior suite with two rollaways and either one queen bed or two
twin beds. In Tuscany, quads are accommodated in a two-bedroom
apartment with one queen bed and either two twin beds or one
twin bed and a sofa bed.
• Parties of four booked as two doubles are accommodated
in two rooms, each having either one queen bed or two twin beds.
Pre-night stays are available. Please contact us for more
details.
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Departure Date / Return Date |
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Value
Dates |
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Apr 30,
2008 - May 6, 2008 |
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May 10,
2008 - May 16, 2008 |
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May 21,
2008 - May 27, 2008 |
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Jun 4,
2008 - Jun 10, 2008 |
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Jun 14,
2008 - Jun 20, 2008 |
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Jun 18,
2008 - Jun 24, 2008 |
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Jun 24,
2008 - Jun 30, 2008 |
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Jun 28,
2008 - Jul 4, 2008 |
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Sep 17,
2008 - Sep 23, 2008 |
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Sep 24,
2008 * - Sep 30, 2008 * |
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Oct 1,
2008 - Oct 7, 2008 |
Oct 8,
2008 - Oct 14, 2008
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Standard
Dates |
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Jul 5, 2008 - Jul 11,
2008 |
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Jul 9, 2008 - Jul 15,
2008 |
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Jul 15, 2008 - Jul 21,
2008 |
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Jul 19, 2008 - Jul 25,
2008 |
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Jul 26, 2008 - Aug 1,
2008 |
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Jul 30, 2008 - Aug 5,
2008 |
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Aug 5, 2008 - Aug 11,
2008 |
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Aug 9, 2008 - Aug 15,
2008 |
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