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Take an exciting journey to the traditional cities of Rome,
Florence, Venice and Stresa. Multiple-night stays in
centrally-located hotels let you truly experience the local
flavor of these popular Italian destinations. Beginning in Rome,
visit such architectural delights as the Roman Forum, the
Colosseum, and the Circus Maximus. You'll then travel along the
Bay of Naples for a stop at the captivating Isle of Capri. Tour
the excavated ruins of Pompeii and enjoy the panoramic views of
the resort town of Sorrento. You'll travel the breathtaking
Amalfi Coast before arriving in the northern region of Tuscany.
A cultural treasure-trove, Florence is filled with artistic
gems, many of which are housed in the Academy Gallery where
you’ll see Michelangelo's impressive Statue of David. In the
Piazza del Duomo, see the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore,
one of the largest in the Christian world. En route to Venice,
you'll visit the dramatic Leaning Tower of Pisa and medieval
Padua with its impressive six-domed Saints Basilica. Your final
stay will be in Stresa, located in the picturesque Italian Lake
District. A visit to Lugano, Switzerland, and a fabulous
farewell dinner on Isola Bella, one of the scenic Borromean
Islands, is a perfect ending to your vacation.
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Sail to the
enchanting Isle of Capri and explore this island paradise.
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A guided
walking tour of Venice illustrates how this city gained its
wealth and power.
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Enjoy wine
with every included dinner!
Day 1: Overnight Flight
Italy, a land rich in
history, culture, art and romance awaits you. Your journey
begins with an overnight flight to Rome, "The Eternal City."
Day 2: Arrive Rome, Italy - Tour Begins
Arrive in Rome. This evening,
join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner at a
popular local restaurant featuring regional delicacies and
fine Italian wines. Today dinner is included.
Day 3: Rome - Classical Rome City Tour
Today enjoy a tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza
Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum,
and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Roman highlights
of your tour include the famous Spanish Steps and the Trevi
Fountain. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore
Rome independently. Today breakfast is included.
Day 4: Rome - Christian Rome City Tour
You may begin your day with an optional tour to the
“Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican Museums." Later, enjoy
a Christian Rome city tour featuring the catacombs, burial
place of early Christians, St. Paul's Basilica Outside the
Walls and St. Mary Major, one of the oldest shrines
dedicated to the Blessed Virgin. You then proceed to St.
John in Lateran, the former residence of the popes prior to
their return to Rome in 1377. Tonight's dinner features
traditional Italian cuisine at a local restaurant. Today
breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 5: Rome - Naples - Isle of Capri - Vietri Sul
Mare
Journeying toward the region of Campania via the Autostrada,
you travel along the brilliant Bay of Naples. A short
transfer by boat brings you to the enchanting Isle of Capri.
Exploring this island paradise with a local guide, you visit
the picturesque town of Capri, full of charm and tradition.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 6: Pompeii - Sorrento - Vietri Sul Mare
Tour the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mt.
Vesuvius before continuing your journey to the resort of
Sorrento, where each turn in the road reveals panoramic
views. Later in the day, travel the breathtaking Amalfi
Coast, offering spectacular views of the ocean and hillside
towns.
Today breakfast is included.
Day 7: Vietri Sul Mare - Florence
Welcome to the northern region of Tuscany. Florence, the
“Cradle of the Italian Renaissance”, offers spectacular
culture, art and cuisine. Upon arrival, a visit to the
Academy Gallery features Michelangelo’s monumental figure of
David. Your day ends with a wonderful Tuscan dinner at a
popular local restaurant. Today breakfast and dinner are
included.
Day 8: Florence
A cultural treasure-trove, Florence is filled with artistic
and architectural gems. A guided tour of Florence includes
the Piazza Del Duomo to see the Cathedral of Santa Maria del
Fiore, one of the largest in the Christian world, and the
Church of Santa Croce, burial place of Michelangelo, Galileo
and Machiavelli. You also view the Palazzo Vecchio in
Signoria Square and the Baptistery of St. John. Today
breakfast is included.
Day 9: Florence - Pisa - Padua - Venice
Driving toward the coast to the ancient maritime Republic of
Pisa, you will find the Piazza Dei Miracoli, the Duomo
(Cathedral) and its historic Baptistery, along with the
famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Explore this fascinating area
before journeying through central Italy to the medieval city
of Padua to view the impressive six-domed Saints Basilica.
Your travels continue to enchanting Venice, built on 117
islands, with 150 canals and 400 bridges. Today breakfast
and dinner are included.
Day 10: Venice - Murano Island - Venice
Your day begins with a boat trip (weather permitting) to
Murano Island for an up-close glass-making demonstration.
Return by boat to charming St. Mark's Square, a hub of
quintessentially Italian activity and events. A local expert
provides a leisurely walking tour featuring the Clock Tower,
with its famous Moors; St. Mark's Basilica; the Doge's
Palace; and the famous Bridge of Sighs. The remainder of the
day is at leisure. This evening, an optional gondola
serenade cruise is available. Today breakfast is included.
Day 11: Venice - Verona - Stresa
Depart Venice and drive to Verona, home of the epic love
story, Romeo and Juliet. Later, continue north to the
picturesque Italian Lake District and the beautiful resort
town of Stresa. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 12: Stresa - Lugano,Switzerland - Isola Bella -
Stresa
Driving through the beautiful lake district of Italy, you
cross into Switzerland and the lakeside resort of Lugano,
which offers excellent shopping opportunities. Tonight you
are transported by boat to your farewell dinner on Isola
Bella, the largest of the Borromean Islands. This is the
perfect way to celebrate the end of a spectacular and
memorable trip. Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 13: Stresa - Tour Ends
Your tour ends today in the city of Stresa. Today breakfast
is included.
Add a pre night stay in Rome. Prices start at $140 per person,
double.
Land Rates Per Person
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Double |
Single |
Triple |
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May
2008 - April 2009 |
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| May -
June 2008 |
$2949 |
$3599 |
$2899 |
| July -
August 2008 |
$2599 |
$3349 |
$2549 |
| Sept -
October 2008 |
$2949 |
$3599 |
$2899 |
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November 1 - 15, 2008 |
$2749 |
$3499 |
$2699 |
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November 16 - 30, 2008 |
$2549 |
$3249 |
$2499 |
| Dec
2008 - Mar 14, 2009 |
$2499 |
$3249 |
$2449 |
| March
15 - 31, 2009 |
$2649 |
$3349 |
$2599 |
| April
2009 |
$2949 |
$3649 |
$2899 |
Also available
(diff. itinerary-see
below)
February - April 2008 |
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| Feb 24
- March 10, 2008 |
$2199 |
$2749 |
$2149 |
| March
11 - 31, 2008 |
$2349 |
$2899 |
$2299 |
| April 2008 |
$2649 |
$3299 |
$2599 |
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DEPARTURE DATES |
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May 2008 - April 2009 |
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2008: |
May 5,
17, 19, 24, 26, 31; June 2, 7, 9, 16, 23, 28; July
7, 14, 21, 28; August 4, 11; September 6, 8, 15, 20,
22, 27, 29; October 6, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27; November
1, 3, 10, 15, 29 |
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2009: |
February 21, 23; March 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 23, 28, 30;
April 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 |
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February - April 2008 (different itinerary) |
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2008: |
February 24, 27; March 1, 3, 10, 31; April 3, 21, 28 |
Itinerary featured is for May 2008 -
April 2009 tour departures. Departures prior to
this date feature different sightseeing in Florence and do
not include the visit to the Pierotucci Leather Factory.
Please confirm at time of reservation.
13 days, 18 meals
NOTES:
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Vatican
Museums are not available on Sundays and holidays that fall
on Saturdays.
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Most national
museums in Florence, including the Uffizi Gallery and the
Academy, are closed on Mondays.
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Due to flight
schedules, you may require an early morning departure from
the hotel on the last day of the tour. Return flights should
not be booked prior to 10:00 a.m.
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On occasion,
due to inclement weather, your boat trip to Murano Island
may be substituted with a visit to a local glass factory in
Venice.
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Single
accommodations are limited and are available on a first
come, fist served basis.
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If you have
not purchased air through the tour operator and wish to
purchase transfers, you must transfer at our pre-scheduled
times.
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Tour Operator
air passengers, will depart from the Milan airport. All tour
operator transfers will depart from Stresa fro the Milan
airport.
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