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Enjoy glorious days of magnificent art, architecture and
panoramic views as you explore "the Eternal city" of Rome,
and spend five leisurely nights on southern Italy's
breathtaking Amalfi coast with its stunning vistas of the
Mediterranean Sea. Discover the ruins of Pompeii; explore
the most well preserved Greek temples outside of Greece
while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop village of
Ravello. In Rome, you will enjoy a panoramic tour
highlighting the well-known sites of Classical Rome,
including the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, as well as the
beautiful Trevi Fountain. In the seaside resort town of
Sorrento, watch local artisans demonstrate the art of inlaid
wood making. Learn about Italy’s artisan way of life with
visits and tours of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory,
and a traditional ceramic factory. This vacation includes
free time to explore the Mediterranean island of Capri and
to explore the ceramic shops and cafes of Amalfi. In
colorful and vibrant Naples, enjoy a visit to the National
Archaeological Museum, one of the finest in the world.
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Spend a leisurely five nights on the
breathtaking Amalfi Coast, where the Mediterranean Sea and mountains
meet.
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A local expert walks you through centuries
of history during a visit to the Naples Archaeological Museum.
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Sail to the enchanting Isle of Capri and
spend the day exploring this picturesque paradise.
 Day
1: Overnight Flight
Your adventure begins
with an overnight flight to Italy. Journey through
southern Italy and experience its rich scenery, art,
culture, food and wine! Witness the breathtaking scenery
of the Amalfi Coast, discover the ruins of Pompeii,
explore the most well preserved Greek temples outside of
Greece while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop
village of Ravello. In addition, participate in an
exclusive visit to a traditional ceramic factory, taste
the local lemon liquor, and visit a local mozzarella
cheese facility.
Day 2: Arrive Rome, Italy
Your tour begins in Rome. This evening, join your fellow
travelers for a welcome dinner featuring local
delicacies and wines. Today dinner is included.
Day 3: Rome
This morning you may wish to participate in an optional
tour to the "Magnificent Treasures of the Vatican
Museums". Later, enjoy a panoramic tour of Classical
Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the
Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of
Constantine. Contemporary Rome is highlighted through
the legendary Spanish Steps and the beautiful Trevi
Fountain. Today breakfast is included.
Day 4: Rome - Ravello - Vietri-sul-Mare
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help
you discover the origin and history of the language(s)
you will experience on your tour along with key words
and phrases that will help you communicate with the
locals. Depart Rome and journey south to the Amalfi
Coast. In the picturesque village of Ravello you will
visit Wagner's Villa Rufolo with its spectacular
panorama. Also visit a local ceramics studio to learn
about this important regional craft. Your day ends in
the beautiful town of Vietri-sul-Mare, overlooking the
Mediterranean Sea.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 5: Vietri-sul-Mare - Sorrento -
Vietri-sul-Mare
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town
of Sorrento. In Sorrento, visit local artisans and watch
them demonstrate the art of inlaid wood making. Next you
will return to Vietri-sul-Mare,where you will enjoy free
time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and
cafes. Today breakfast is included.
Day 6: Vietri-sul-Mare - Paestum -
Vietri-sul-Mare
After breakfast, enjoy a visit to Paestum where a local
guide will escort you through some of the best preserved
Greek temples outside of Greece. Next, learn about one
of Italy's most famous products during a tour of a local
buffalo milk mozzarella factory. End your day with
dinner at a popular local restaurant.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 7: Vietri-sul-Mare - Capri - Vietri-sul-Mare
Delight in a boat trip (weather permitting) to the
wonderful Mediterranean island of Capri. A local guide
provides an interesting tour of this paradise island.
Later, enjoy free time to explore the town of Capri,
shop its elegant designer shops, or sip a coffee in the
Piazza and watch the world go by. Today breakfast and
dinner are included.
Day 8: Vietri-sul-Mare - Pompeii - Naples -
Vietri-sul-Mare
Experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the
foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the
preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town
2,000 years ago. The forms of people who died in Pompeii
are evident and cast an insight into how they lived.
Later, you proceed to colorful and vibrant Naples. Enjoy
a visit to the fascinating National Archeological
Museum, one of the finest in the world. Today breakfast
is included.
Day 9: Vietri-sul-Mare - Rome
Enjoy a morning of leisure to relax or do some last
minute shopping in charming Vietri-sul-Mare before you
depart for Rome. This evening, join your fellow
travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a
marvelous trip to Italy.
Today breakfast and dinner are included.
Day 10: Rome - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories
of a wonderful vacation. Today breakfast is included.
Stay another night - Add a pre
or post night stay in Rome. Prices start at $150 USD per
person, double.
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EXPERIENCE
IT!
MYTHS & LEGENDS |
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Approximately fifty-five miles south of Naples,
Italy, lies the ancient city of Paestum. Legends
tell of the city's founding by Jason and the
Argonauts, but archaeologists, uncomfortable
with the stuff of legends, attribute Paestum's
birth to seventh-century Greek colonists. With
the fall of the Roman empire, Paestum's fell
into decline and was deserted for many
centuries. Rediscovered only in 1752 by an
Italian road-building crew working in the area,
Paestum is the finest preserved Greek temple
complex in the Mediterranean world. The two
primary temples, the 550 BC Basilica and the 450
BC Temple of Neptune, are archeological wonders
that will leave an impression on you long after
your return home. The Temple of Neptune in all
its classic Doric beauty has thick marble
columns that are till strong and upright. It is
the oldest and best preserved of the Greek
Temples in Italy, and it still inspires hope in
these who visit its open air shrine. A third
temple on the site was dedicated to Athena, the
goddess of wisdom, spiritual consciousness, and
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Land Rates Per Person
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Double |
Single |
Triple |
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March
2008 - April 2009 |
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| March
2008 |
$1399 |
$1899 |
$1369 |
| April
2008 |
$1749 |
$2199 |
$1719 |
| May -
June 2008 |
$1949 |
$2499 |
$1919 |
| July -
August 2008 |
$1749 |
$2249 |
$1719 |
| Sept -
Oct 15, 2008 |
$1949 |
$2499 |
$1919 |
| Oct 16
- Nov 10, 2008 |
$1799 |
$2299 |
$1769 |
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November 11 - 30, 2008 |
$1599 |
$2099 |
$1569 |
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February - March 2009 |
$1599 |
$2099 |
$1569 |
| April
2009 |
$1799 |
$2299 |
$1769 |
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DEPARTURE DATES |
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March
2008 - April 2009 |
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2008: |
March
6, 13, 27; April 10, 17; May 15, 22; June 5, 12, 19;
July 17, 24; August 14; September 4, 11, 25; October
2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Nov 6, 13 |
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2009: |
February 26; March 5, 12, 19; April 9, 16 |
10
days, 13 meals
NOTES:
- The museums in Pompeii,
Paestum and Naples are closed on Mondays.
- Vatican Museums are closed
on Sundays and holidays that fall on Saturday.
- Days of features are
interchangeable.
- Single accommodations are
limited and are available on a first come, first served
basis.
- The boat trip to the Isle
of Capri is available weather permitting. If weather
conditions prohibit the trip, an additional day of
sightseeing on the Amalfi Coast will be substituted.
- 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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