ITINERARY
Departure Dates:
APR 02, 09, 16, 23, 30
MAY 05, 07, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
JUN 02, 04, 09, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
JUL 02, 07, 09, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
AUG 04, 06, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
SEP 01, 03, 08, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29
OCT 01, 06, 08, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
DAY 1 - ROME/ASSISI/SIENA/FLORENCE
Departure from hotel by deluxe motor coach to Assisi. Arrival and time at leisure to visit this medieval city. We suggest the Basilica of St. Francis, with its masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Lunch (not included). Board bus for Siena. This medieval town is encircled by ancient walls and is famous for the “Palio” horse race, which takes place in Piazza del Campo. Next continue to Florence. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 2 - FLORENCE
After breakfast, spend the day venturing around beautiful Florence. Because of its numerous monuments, churches, and buildings, Florence is known as the “cradle of renaissance.” Visit the famous cathedral Santa Maria del Fiore, or “Duomo”, its magnificent dome built by Filippo Brunelleschi. See the Campanile tower and the Baptistery, the bronze doors, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Basilica Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon strolling the cobblestone streets on your own or take a short trip to Pisa (optional). Dinner, overnight.
DAY 3 - FLORENCE/BOLOGNA/PADOVA/VENICE
Depart for Bologna after breakfast in Florence. Wander through the city’s elegant arcades for which Bologna is famous. From Piazza Malpighi, walk to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore, see Neptune Fountain, King Renzo Palace, Podestà Palace and Basilica of San Petronio, one of the world’s largest. In the afternoon, continue to Padova, with its original Sant’Antonio Basilica. On to Venice, known for its gondolas and refined art. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 4 - VENICE
Hit the water after breakfast as you board a private water bus to enjoy an outstanding cruise through the lagoon of Venice before stopping at Murano. The ancient art of glass blowing is still carried on in the town, thanks to a few masters left on the island. Back to St. Mark’s Square, exterior visit of the splendid cathedral and Doge’s Palace. See the legendary Bridge of Sighs. Spend a free afternoon roaming Venice, then return to hotel for dinner.
DAY 5 - VENICE/MONTEPULCIANO (TUSCANY)/ROME
After breakfast, depart to Tuscany, known for its romantic churches, castles and delicious wines. Proceed to Val di Chiana with a stop in the Medeival town of Montepulciano, known for its “Nobile” wine, which can be bought locally. Spend the afternoon exploring Montepulciano at your own pace, free wine tasting in many shops. In the evening, arrive in Rome, end of tour.
Package Includes: • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Multilingual tour escort • Accommodation in 3 or 4* hotels • 4 breakfasts, 3 dinners • Panoramic visits as per itinerary
Not Included: • Entrance fees to museums or monuments, archeological sites • Tips, Extras, Drinks, Porterage • Everything not mentioned above
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Child 1-6 yrs free sharing room with 2 adults.
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