Viva Italia
9 days / 8 nights
A Family Tour of Rome, Tuscany, Venice
 

Special Events for Children on this tour:

Discover the treasures of Rome like the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and so much more. As you take in the masterworks of the Vatican Sistine Chapel, your Adventure Guides are on hand to give you expedited entrance. And the ancient ruins of the Coliseum seem even more exciting on a privately-guided tour for you...and a special one just for the kids. Explore the medieval town of Orvieto. In Florence, enjoy a special visit to Michelangelo's David. At your Tuscan villa, challenge your new friends to a game of Marco Polo in the Pool and celebrate with an Italian feast, topped off by delicious gelato. When you arrive in Venice, gondoliers are waiting to escort your down the Grand Canal. And your kids will craft their own unique masks for our fare-well Carnevale dinner.
 

Tour Highlights


Highlights
• Tour ancient Rome
• Vatican City and Sistine Chapel
• Etruscan city of Orvieto in Umbria
• Day trip to Florence
• The Academy and Michelangelo's "David"

Disney Difference
• Private Roman feast
• Pasta-making lessons
• Three-night stay in a Tuscan villa
• Authentic Tuscan BBQ
• Adults' wine tasting

Junior Adventurer and Family Friendly
• Family gondola ride
• Disney movie
• Bocce ball and swimming at the villa
• Venetian mask making
• Meet Marco Polo
• Gelato tasting
 

Itinerary


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 Hotel Bernini Bristol.
Check into Hotel Bernini Bristol
Located in the heart of Rome, this gracious hotel was once visited by European royalty! Across the way is the Triton Fountain, created by the sculptor Bernini, and you are just steps away from the world-famous Via Veneto.
Welcome Reception and Dinner at Hotel
Meet the other families that will share the adventure! After a festive cocktail reception, gather together and enjoy your first of many mouthwatering Italian feasts.
Meal Included: Dinner

Day Two
Privately-Guided Tour of Rome
Learn the legends and relive the majesty of Rome's glorious past! Walk through history at the ancient Coliseum, the Forum and the Pantheon on a timeless journey your family will treasure forever.
Lunch at Rei degli Amici
Enjoy a leisurely lunch like the locals do. Break bread with your family and fellow travelers at an authentic Roman trattoria! Cap off your tour with a taste of heaven Italian ice cream, called "gelato"!
Privately-Guided 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.
Dinner on Your Own
A marvelous meal is never far in Rome. Our Adventure Guides will be happy to make suggestions for a family feast to remember.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day Three
Vatican City Museum and Sistine Chapel
Guided by an entertaining expert, travel through 50 generations of art and civilization at the Vatican City Museum. Our privately-guided visit includes the wondrous Sistine Chapel a sight your family will never forget.
Lunch and Afternoon in Rome
It's your Roman holiday! Browse chic shops along the Via Corso, discover priceless treasures in a museum or trek through time in the ancient city. This afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish.
Group Dinner
Gather together with your fellow adventurers and share the stories of your day in the Eternal City! Enjoy this hearty feast, because tomorrow, you are off to the countryside!
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day Four
Arrive at the Hotel Paggeria Medicea in Artimino
Welcome to the enchanting Tuscan villa that will be your home for the next few days. Explore the grounds and take a swim there's magic around every turn!
Junior Adventurers' 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 hotel restaurant.
Travel to Orvieto, Umbria
Travel in a 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.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
*Some departures stay at Appartamenti Nel Borgo Di Artimino

Day Five
Pasta-Making Class
Learn the long-held secrets of this mouth-watering region. Get the family together for a private pasta-making lesson in a real Italian kitchen!
Al Fresco Lunch at Cooking School
After your lesson, feast on the fruits of your labor at a delicious picnic in the heart of Tuscany!
Afternoon at the Villa
Live "la dolce vita" at your villa's estate! Get the family together for a swim or a game of bocce ball! Gather with your fellow adventurers and taste handcrafted olive oils, or just bask in the Tuscan sun.
Tuscan Barbeque Dinner
Tonight, celebrate with a traditional Tuscan barbeque dinner overlooking the gorgeous sunset countryside.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day Six
Travel to Florence
After breakfast at the villa, board a luxury motor coach for a picturesque ride to the breathtaking city of Florence.
Florence Exploration
Share the timeless treasures of the Renaissance on a privately-guided exploration designed to enchant travelers of all ages. Marvel at Michelangelo's "David" and the city's famed Duomo.
Lunch in Florence
With the assistance of your Adventure Guides, enjoy a pleasant family lunch at a sidewalk café or an authentic pizzeria on your own.
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 marvel at great works of art in magnificent museums. The afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish!
Dinner at the Villa
Tonight, celebrate your family's travels with dinner at the Borgo's incredible restaurant.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day Seven
Eurostar Train to Venice
After a delightful breakfast at the villa, bid farewell to the countryside. Climb aboard the Eurostar train, recline in a first-class cabin and relax on your way to dazzling Venice!
Gondola Tour
Upon your arrival in Venice, explore this "sinking" city where you travel by boat instead of car! You and your family are treated to an enchanting experience of exploring the canals from a gondola.
Piazza San Marco and Basilica
Bring history to life on a privately-guided, story-filled walking tour that illuminate the city's architectural treasures. Plus, you'll find a few surprises along the way!
Arrive at Hotel Dei Dogi
This five-star hotel has majestic chandeliers, enchanting frescoes and an internal garden!
Dinner on Your Own
Tonight, decide how your family would like to share a Venetian dinner — choose between gourmet restaurants, tempting trattorias or local favorites.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day Eight
Walking Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, journey through this labyrinthine landscape on foot. Learn all the enchanting secrets and discover timeless treasures around every corner.
Venetian Carnevale Mask-Making
Meet a renowned mask-maker who showcases her dazzling disguises in a special experience for Adventures by Disney Guests! Then, get in touch with your creative side and construct a masquerade masterpiece of your own!
Afternoon in Venice
Now is the time to share a Venetian afternoon with your family. Shop in dazzling boutiques, browse through treasures at a museum or just delight in getting lost in the charming winding streets of this enchanting city.
Farewell Dinner
Toast to the magnificent adventure you've shared with your family and newfound friends. With delectable Italian dishes, lively entertainment and a few Disney surprises, this party celebrates the adventure of a lifetime!
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Venice
Day Nine
Breakfast at the Hotel
Bid farewell to all your fellow adventurers, and enjoy one last meal on the shores of Venice.
Transfers to Airport or Train Station
Relax and enjoy your final moments in Italy, as we handle your luggage and arrange for transportation to the airport. Say "arrivederci" to your fellow adventurers until you return again!
Meal Included: Breakfast

 

Departure Dates & Rates

  Value (1) Standard (1) Peak (1)

Early Booking Rates(2,3)

Adult $2,639 $2,959 $3,199

Child(4) $2,379 $2,669 $2,879

Regular Rates(3)

Adult $3,299 $3,699 $3,999

Child(4) $2,969 $3,329 $3,599
 

(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. Call an Agent at (800) 942-3301 for assistance booking your flights.
(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 and Tuscany are accommodated in one room with one queen bed and one twin bed.
    Parties of three in Venice are accommodated in one room with a rollaway and either one queen bed or two twin beds.

  • Parties of four booked as a quad: In Rome, quads are accommodated in two connecting rooms, each having either two twin beds or one queen bed. In Tuscany, quads are accommodated in one room with one queen bed, one day bed and one rollaway. In Venice, quads are accommodated in two connecting rooms, each having either one queen bed or two twin beds.

  • Parties of four booked as two doubles are accommodated in two rooms, each having either two twin beds or one queen bed. Connecting rooms may be requested in Rome only.

Pre- and post-dates are available. Please contact us for more details.

2008 Departure Date / Return Date
Value Dates
Apr 13, 2008   -  Apr 21, 2008
Apr 27, 2008   -  May 5, 2008
May 4, 2008   -  May 12, 2008
May 8, 2008   -  May 16, 2008
Aug 28, 2008   -  Sep 5, 2008
Sep 4, 2008   -  Sep 12, 2008
Sep 11, 2008 *  -  Sep 19, 2008 *
Sep 14, 2008   -  Sep 22, 2008
Sep 21, 2008   -  Sep 29, 2008

Standard Dates
May 15, 2008   -  May 23, 2008
May 22, 2008   -  May 30, 2008
May 29, 2008   -  Jun 6, 2008
Aug 3, 2008   -  Aug 11, 2008
Aug 7, 2008   -  Aug 15, 2008
Aug 14, 2008   -  Aug 22, 2008
Aug 24, 2008   -  Sep 1, 2008
Sep 25, 2008   -  Oct 3, 2008
Oct 2, 2008   -  Oct 10, 2008
Oct 9, 2008 *  -  Oct 17, 2008 *
Oct 16, 2008   -  Oct 24, 2008
Oct 19, 2008   -  Oct 27, 2008

Peak Dates
Jun 1, 2008   -  Jun 9, 2008
Jun 8, 2008   -  Jun 16, 2008
Jun 15, 2008   -  Jun 23, 2008
Jun 19, 2008   -  Jun 27, 2008
Jun 22, 2008   -  Jun 30, 2008
Jun 26, 2008   -  Jul 4, 2008
Jun 29, 2008   -  Jul 7, 2008
Jul 6, 2008   -  Jul 14, 2008
Jul 10, 2008   -  Jul 18, 2008
Jul 13, 2008   -  Jul 21, 2008
Jul 17, 2008   -  Jul 25, 2008
Jul 24, 2008   -  Aug 1, 2008
Jul 27, 2008   -  Aug 4, 2008
Jul 31, 2008   -  Aug 8, 2008

 

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