ITINERARY
Departure Dates:
APR 01, 08, 15, 22, 29
MAY 04, 06, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
JUN 01, 03, 08, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29
JUL 01, 06, 08, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
AUG 03, 05, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31
SEP 02, 07, 09, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
OCT 05, 07, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
DAY 1 - ROME
Welcome to Rome! Meet and greet at airport, and transfer to hotel will be provided. Arrival at hotel and overnight.
DAY 2 - ROME/ASSISI/SIENA/FLORENCE
Departure from hotel Diana by deluxe motor coach to Assisi. Arrival and time at leisure to visit this medieval city, surrounded by walls built in the middle ages. We suggest the Basilica of St. Francis, with its masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Lunch break (not included). Board bus for Siena. This medieval town is encircled by ancient walls and is famous for the “Palio” horse race, run around the shell-shaped town square Piazza del Campo. Next continue on to Florence. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
DAY 3 - FLORENCE
After breakfast, spend the day venturing around beautiful Florence, where Italian art reached its pinnacle, with the help of Michelangelo. Because of its numerous monuments, churches, and buildings, Florence is known as the “cradle of renaissance.” Visit the domed Cathedral: Santa Maria del Fiore, or better known as the “Duomo”, its magnificent dome built by Filippo Brunelleschi. See the Campanile tower and the Baptistery, with its bronze doors, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Basilica of Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon strolling the cobblestone streets of Florence on your own or take a short trip to Pisa (optional). Dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 4 - FLORENCE/BOLOGNA/PADOVA/VENICE
Depart for Bologna after breakfast in Florence. Wander through the city’s 38 km worth of elegant arcades (or porticos), for which Bologna is famous. From Piazza Malpighi, walk to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore, Neptune Fountain, King Renzo Palace, Podestà Palace, and the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the largest in the world. In the afternoon, continue toward Padova, with its original Sant’Antonio Basilica. Later, arrive in Venice, known world-wide for its classic gondolas and fine art. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 5 - 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 the Doge’s Palace. See the legendary Bridge of Sighs. Spend a free afternoon roaming Venice, then return to hotel for dinner.
DAY 6 - 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 Montepulciano, a Medieval town rich in history and art. Known for its “Nobile” wine, which can be purchased in town. Spend the afternoon getting to know Montepulciano at your own pace and free tasting of the local wines in many shops, free time for shopping. In the evening, arrive in Rome, overnight.
DAY 7 - ROME
Around 7:45 - 8:00am, depart from hotel after breakfast to walk this famous city, taking in its artistic beauties such as St. Peter’s Square, St. Peter’s Basilica, Navona Square, the Pantheon (visit inside) and Trevi Fountain. Explore the rest of the city on your own. Return to hotel and overnight.
DAY 8 - ROME
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport. End of services.
Package includes: Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Multilingual tour escort • Accommodation in 3 or 4* hotels • Meals as per itinerary • 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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