New Guaranteed Small Group Departures! Selected itineraries for Discerning Travelers
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Semi-Escorted Tours to Italy
Victours is proud to introduce its new product Semi-Escorted Tours to Italy. These itineraries have been specially created with a blend of the best possible elements. Accommodation, location, knowledgeable tour guides and comfortable transportation have all been carefully hand-picked to create memorable experiences. We have selected 6 packages featuring our most popular destinations: Rome, Florence, Tuscany, Venice, and the Amalfi Coast with possible extensions to Perugia, Cortona, Cinque Terre and Lake Como. These new guaranteed-departure tours, conducted in English only, allow a maximum of 16 participants and minimum of 2 to ensure individual attention and care. Highlights of tours for 7 to 16 participants: • Hotels in central locations • English-speaking guides lead privately-run tours with skip-the-line service where available • Tour Host • Private Transfers with full assistance (1 piece of baggage per person) • High speed train transportation in 2nd class • Dining experiences in authentic Italian restaurants • Welcome packages Highlights of tours with 2 to 6 participants: • Hotels in central locations • Regular group tours – supplement for private tours • Tour Host will not follow the group on the road, but there will always be an English-speaking driver • Tour Host will welcome passengers upon arrival and will follow guests to restaurants whenever dinner is included • Dining experiences in authentic Italian restaurants • Welcome packages Take advantage of this special promotion: Reserve 8 seats, pay for 7 - 1 adult passenger is FREE
Table of Contents
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Classic Italy
A Taste of Italy
O Sole Mio
Enchanting Italy
Sorrento Getaway
Captivating Amalfi Coast
Post Tours
Terms and Conditions
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Classic Italy All the most important stops plus some of our favourite small towns
7 nights | 8 days 3 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Florence, 2 nights in Venice, Post tours available
ITInERARy Day 1: Friday Arrival Benvenuto! Welcome to Italy! Our Classic Italy Tour starts in Rome. Arrive at the Rome airport, and then transfer on your own to the hotel. Spend some time exploring Rome, the Eternal City, at your leisure before your evening meeting at the hotel with the tour host. You will receive information regarding the program and the places to be visited. Overnight in Rome. Day 2: Saturday Vatican After breakfast, you will be taken to the Vatican for a guided visit of the Museums. See such treasures as the Sistine Chapel, St Peter's Basilica. masterpieces of Greek and Roman ancient art, and works of Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio. You will return to the hotel by private coach for a free afternoon. In the evening, you will enjoy a special dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Rome. Day 3: Sunday Rome Have breakfast, then spend the morning at leisure. Explore Rome at your own pace. Meet in the afternoon to experience history in ancient Rome. You will learn about the thousands of years of history, the mythical origins, and legendary heroes who made Rome “Caput Mundi�. Visit the Colosseum where passionate expert guides will recreate the atmosphere of the bloody past of the amphitheatre with their stories. Tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a traditional Roman trattoria among locals, away from the crowds of tourists. Overnight in Rome. Day 4: Monday Siena and San Gimignano In the morning, have breakfast and then depart for Siena. You will be driven on a scenic route along the roads of Tuscany, which is known for its beautiful rolling hills covered by vineyards, olive
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trees, small villages and ancient bell towers. Upon arrival in Siena, you will meet your local guide in a hotel and set out on a walking tour of Siena, probably Italy's loveliest medieval city, known for its town walls and Gothic architecture. Siena's heart is Il Campo or Piazza del Campo, the square where the famous horse race Il Palio takes place. Your lunch will be served in a typical Tuscan farmhouse outside of town, with scenic views. Your next stop is San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its unique skyline created by a large number of towers which are visible from afar. You will have free time in this fascinating medieval town. Return to Florence late in the afternoon. Overnight in Florence.
Day 5: Tuesday Florence Have breakfast and then enjoy a guided walking tour of the city. Lorenzo de Medici transformed Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance by attracting the best artists, architects and writers of the time such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli to whom he commissioned various works. Visit Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Cathedral with Giotto's Bell Tower, Ponte Vecchio, and Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Florence on your own. Take this opportunity to visit the Uffizi or the Accademia or to take a trip to Pisa or Lucca. Enjoy a Tuscan
dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Florence. Day 6: Wednesday Venice Today you will experience the emotion of high-speed train travel. After breakfast, you will be driven from the hotel to the Florence Railway Station. In Venice, you will be met at the railway station there and taken to your hotel. In the afternoon, your orientation tour of the town will include all the major sights. In the evening, enjoy a typical Venetian dinner, followed by a small walking tour to discover the mysterious side of Venice. Overnight in Venice. Day 7: Thursday Venice Aside from breakfast and a second special Venetian dinner, your day is free to spend at your leisure. Take this opportunity to participate in one of the many optional tours available, or explore Venice at your own pace. Overnight in Venice. Day 8: Friday Departure Enjoy breakfast and then transfer on your own to the airport or railway station for your return or continued travel.
Departures MONTH
DEPARTURE
DBL
DUS
JAN FEBR MAR APRIL MAY JUNE JULY SEP OCT NOV
13 10 23 20 4,11,18,25 1,8,15,22,29 13 7,14,21,28 5,12,19,26 2,9
$1,889.00 $1,989.00 $1,999.00 $2,249.00 $2,319.00 $2,299.00 $2,099.00 $2,319.00 $2,249.00 $1,889.00
$2,979.00 $3,069.00 $3,089.00 $3,329.00 $3,409.00 $3,259.00 $3,179.00 $3,409.00 $3,329.00 $2,979.00
Note: PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN CDN DOLLARS
FEATuRED PROPERTIES HOTEL IN ROME Ponte Sisto 4 S, Empire 4 S HOTEL IN FLORENCE Berchielli 4 S, Brunelleschi 4 S HOTEL IN VENICE Ca’ De Conti 4 Hotel may be substituted with similar H
H
H
H
H
CATEGORy WHAT IS INCLUDED • Private transfer in Rome • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host • Welcome cocktail • 3 nights in Rome
• 2 nights in Florence • 2 nights in Venice • 1 lunch, wine included • 5 dinners, wine included • Visit of Vatican, entrance fee included • Walking tour of the Colosseum & Ancient Rome • Visit of Siena and free time in San Gimignano • Walking tour of Florence • Walking tour of Venice • Transfer from hotel in Florence to Florence Railway station • High speed train from Florence to Venice
• Transfer from Venice Railway station to hotel in Venice • Luggage handling at hotel
Arrival and Departure Private transfer rates:
• Discover Italy Book WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED • Porterage at airport • Gratuities • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer • Departure Transfer
• Optional Excursions • City tax to be paid in hotel
Transfer from Hotel in Venice to Venice Airport C$150.00 Transfer from Hotel in Venice to Venice Railway Station C$120.00 Rates are per service and are based on max. two passengers traveling together.
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A Taste of Italy Rome & Tuscany
9 nights | 10 days 3 nights in Rome, 3 nights in Florence, 3 nights in Montepulciano
ITInERARy Day 1: Friday Arrival Benvenuto! Welcome to Italy! A Taste of Italy Tour starts in Rome. Arrive at the Rome airport, and then transfer on your own to the hotel. Spend some time exploring Rome, the Eternal City, at your leisure before your evening meeting at the hotel with the tour host. You will receive information regarding the program and the places to be visited. Overnight in Rome. Day 2: Saturday Vatican After breakfast, you will be taken to the Vatican for a guided visit of the Museums. See such treasures as the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica and discover the masterpieces of Greek and Roman ancient art, works of Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio. You will return to the hotel by private coach for a free afternoon. In the evening, you will enjoy a special dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Rome. Day 3: Sunday Rome Have breakfast, then spend the morning at leisure. Explore Rome at your own pace. Meet in the afternoon to experience history in ancient Rome. You will learn about the thousands of years of history, the mythical origins, and legendary heroes who made Rome “Caput Mundi�. Visit the Colosseum where passionate expert guides will recreate the atmosphere of the bloody past of the amphitheatre with their stories. Tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a traditional Roman trattoria among locals, away from the crowds of tourists. Overnight in Rome. Day 4: Monday Siena and San Gimignano In the morning, have breakfast and then depart for Siena. You will be driven on a scenic route along the roads of Tuscany, which is known for its beautiful rolling hills covered by vineyards, olive
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trees, small villages and ancient bell towers. Upon arrival in Siena, you will meet your local guide in a hotel and set out on a walking tour of Siena, probably Italy's loveliest medieval city, known for its town walls and Gothic architecture. Siena's heart is Il Campo or Piazza del Campo, the square where the famous horse race Il Palio takes place. Your lunch will be served in a typical Tuscan farmhouse outside of town, with scenic views. Your next stop is San Gimignano, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its unique skyline created by a large number of towers which are visible from afar. You will have free time in this fascinating medieval town. Return to Florence late in the afternoon. Overnight in Florence.
wine and cheese tasting. A wonderful Tuscan dinner will be served in a local restaurant in Florence. Overnight in Florence. Day 7: Thursday Montepulciano After breakfast, you will be picked up and taken to your hotel in Montepulciano where you will spend the last three nights of the tour. On the way to your hotel, stop for wine tasting in Montepulciano and Montalcino. Alternative en route stops are available on request. Enjoy dinner at your hotel. The semi-guided part of the tour is over today. Spend the next two days at your leisure.
Day 5: Tuesday Florence Have breakfast and then enjoy a guided walking tour of the city. Lorenzo de Medici transformed Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance by attracting the best artists, architects and writers of the time such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli to whom he commissioned various works. Visit Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Cathedral with Giotto's Bell Tower, Ponte Vecchio, and Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Florence on your own. Take this opportunity to visit the Uffizi or the Accademia or to take a trip to Pisa or Lucca. Enjoy a Tuscan dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Florence.
Day 8: Friday Day at leisure Aside from breakfast and dinner, the whole day is yours to spend as you wish.. You might want to stay put and enjoy the beautiful grounds and all that your hotel has to offer. If you are staying at the Etruria Resort, you will have access to the spa. Montepulciano is definitely worth a visit. The town is known for its narrow medieval streets, Renaissance palaces and churches, and is famous for its wine and cuisine. Day 9: Saturday Day at leisure Aside from breakfast and dinner, the whole day is yours to spend in relaxation or for personal explorations. Day 10: Sunday Departure Enjoy breakfast and then transfer on your own to the airport or railway station for your return or continued travel.
Day 6: Wednesday Chianti After breakfast in the morning, you will spend a full day visiting the Chianti wine region. Travel along scenic roads and stop for a Departures MONTH
DEPARTURE
DBL
DUS
APR
20
$2,439.00
$4,209.00
MAY
4,11,18,25
$2,439.00
$5,029.00
JUNE
1,8,15,22,29
$2,439.00
$5,029.00
JULY
13
$2,439.00
$5,029.00
SEP
7,14,21,28
$2,439.00
$5,029.00
OCT
5,12,19,26
$2,439.00
$5,029.00
NOV
2,9
$2,099.00
$3,949.00
Note: PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN CDN DOLLARS
FEATuRED PROPERTIES HOTEL IN ROME Ponte Sisto 4 S, Empire 4 S HOTEL IN FLORENCE Berchielli 4 S, Brunelleschi 4 S HOTEL IN MONTEPULCIANO Etruria Resort 4 S H
H
H
H
H
WHAT IS INCLUDED • Private transfer in Rome • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host • Welcome cocktail • 3 nights in Rome
• 3 nights in Florence • 3 nights in Montepulciano • 1 lunch, wine included • 4 dinners, wine included • Wine and Olive oil tasting in Chianti • Visit of Vatican, entrance fee included • Walking tour of the Colosseum & Ancient Rome • Visit of Siena and free time in San Gimignano • Walking tour of Florence • Luggage handling at hotel
• Discover Italy Book
• Optional Excursions
• Full Day visit of Chianti WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED • Porterage at airport • City tax to be paid in hotel • Gratuities • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer • Departure Transfer
Arrival and Departure Private transfer rates: Transfer from Hotel in Florence to Airport in Florence C$100.00 Transfer from Hotel in Florence to Railway Station in Florence C$70.00 Rates are per service and are based on max. two passengers traveling together.
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O Sole mio Experience Rome and the romantic Amalfi Coast
7 nights | 8 days 3 nights in Rome, 4 nights in Sorrento Post tours available
ITInERARy Day 1: Friday Arrival Benvenuto! Welcome to Italy! Our O Sole mio Tour starts in Rome. Arrive at the Rome airport, and then transfer on your own to the hotel. Spend some time exploring Rome, the Eternal City, at your leisure before your evening meeting at the hotel with the tour host. You will receive information regarding the program and the places to be visited. Overnight in Rome. Day 2: Saturday Vatican After breakfast, you will be taken to the Vatican for a guided visit of the Museums. See such treasures as the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica, masterpieces of Greek and Roman ancient art, and works of Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio. You will return to the hotel by private coach for a free afternoon. In the evening, a special dinner is planned in a local restaurant. Overnight in Rome. Day 3: Sunday Rome Have breakfast, then spend the morning at leisure. Explore Rome at your own pace. Meet in the afternoon to experience history in ancient Rome. You will learn about the thousands of years of history, the mythical origins, and legendary heroes who made Rome “Caput Mundi”. In the Colosseum, passionate expert guides will recreate the atmosphere of the bloody past of the amphitheatre with their stories. Tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a traditional Roman trattoria among locals, away from the crowds of tourists. Overnight in Rome. Day 4: Monday Pompeii/Sorrento Today starts early with breakfast and an early morning trip to Sorrento. Stop along the way in Pompeii to visit the most famous archeological site in the world. Continue to Sorrento and enjoy a
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delicious lunch in a typical trattoria. After lunch, meet with your tour host to learn about Sorrento and your activities in town. Tonight your dinner will be served in a local restaurant in the heart of Sorrento. Overnight in Sorrento. Day 5: Tuesday Capri After breakfast in Sorrento, take a trip to the Island of Capri with a guide. Capri is an enchanting and picturesque island. Historically a favourite spot for Roman emperors, the rich and famous, artists, and writers, it’s still one of the Mediterranean’s must-see places.
Overnight in Sorrento. Day 6: Wednesday Day at leisure Aside from breakfast, the whole day is yours to spend at your leisure. Sorrento is an ideal base from which to discover all the attractions of the region. Your tour host will provide you with a wide range of opportunities or you may reserve your excursion in advance with your travel agent. Overnight in Sorrento. Day 7: Thursday Amalfi Drive Today you will visit one of the most fascinating coastlines in the world. After breakfast you will be taken on a driving tour of the Amalfi Coast. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a unique coastline with narrow winding roads climbing and descending through picturesque towns and villages of houses all huddlingtogether with breathtaking views of the sea. The Amalfi Coast is also famous for its beautiful flowers, lemon and olive trees, secluded beaches, exclusive villas and medieval watch towers. Your farewell dinner will be served in a panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento. Overnight in Sorrento. Day 8: Friday Departure Enjoy breakfast and then transfer on your own to the Naples airport or railway station for your return or continued travel.
Departures MONTH
DEPARTURE
DBL
DUS
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JUL SEP OCT NOV
13 10 23 20 4,11,18,25 1,8,15,22,29 13 7,14,21,28 5,12,19,26 2,9
$1,539.00 $1,539.00 $1,539.00 $1,999.00 $2,039.00 $2,039.00 $2,039.00 $2,039.00 $1,539.00 $1,539.00
$2,619.00 $2,619.00 $2,619.00 $3,089.00 $3,119.00 $3,119.00 $3,119.00 $3,119.00 $2,619.00 $2,619.00
Note: PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN CDN DOLLARS
FEATuRED PROPERTIES HOTEL IN ROME Ponte Sisto 4HS, Empire 4HS HOTEL IN SORRENTO Favorita 4HS, Tramontano 4Hs Hotel may be substituted with similar WHAT IS INCLUDED • Private transfer in Rome • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host • 3 nights in Rome • 4 nights in Sorrento • 1 lunch, wine included
• 4 dinners, wine included
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
• Visit of Vatican, entrance fee
• Porterage at airport
included • Walking tour of the Colosseum & Ancient Rome • Visit of Pompeii, entrance fee included • Walking tour of Sorrento
• Gratuities • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer
• Visit of Amalfi Coast
• Departure Transfer
• Visit of Capri
• Optional Excursions
• Luggage handling at hotel
• City tax to be paid in hotel
Arrival and Departure Private transfer rates: Transfer from Hotel in Sorrento to Naples Airport C$115.00 Transfer from Hotel in Sorrento to Naples Railway Station C$115.00 Rates are per service and are based on max. two passengers traveling together
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Enchanting Italy Rome and the romantic Amalfi Coast, staying in Positano
7 nights | 8 days 3 nights in Rome, 4 nights in Positano Post tours available
ITInERARy
enjoy a special dinner in a local restaurant. Overnight in Rome.
Day 01: Friday Arrival Benvenuto! Welcome to Italy! Start your tour in Rome. Arrive at the Rome airport, and then transfer on your own to the hotel. Spend some time exploring Rome, the Eternal City, at your leisure before your evening meeting at the hotel with the tour host. You will receive information regarding the program and the places to be visited. Overnight in Rome.
Day 03: Sunday Rome Have breakfast, then spend the morning at leisure. Explore Rome at your own pace. Meet in the afternoon to experience history in ancient Rome. You will learn about the thousands of years of history, the mythical origins, and legendary heroes who made Rome “Caput Mundi”. Visit the Colosseum where passionate expert guides will recreate the atmosphere of the bloody past of the amphitheatre with their stories. Tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a traditional Roman trattoria among locals, away from the crowds of tourists. Overnight in Rome.
Day 02: Saturday Vatican After breakfast, you will be taken to the Vatican for a guided visit of the Museums. See such treasures as the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica, masterpieces of Greek and Roman ancient art, and works of Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio. You will return to the hotel by private coach for a free afternoon. In the evening, you will
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Day 04: Monday Pompei/Positano Today starts early with breakfast and an early morning trip to Positano. Stop along the way in Pompeii to visit the most famous archeological site in the world. Continue to Positano by private car. Tonight your dinner will be served in a local restaurant in the heart of Positano. Overnight in Positano. Day 05: Tuesday Day at leisure Aside from breakfast, the whole day is yours to spend at your leisure. Positano is an ideal base from which to discover all the
attractions of the Amalfi Coast and the island of Capri. Your tour host will provide you with a wide range of opportunities or you may reserve an excursion in advance with your travel agent. Consider renting a private boat to cruise in one of the most beautiful bays in the world. Overnight in Positano. Day 06: Wednesday Day at leisure After breakfast, you have another full day for relaxation or personal exploration. Overnight in Positano. Day 07: Thursday Amalfi Drive Today you will visit one of the most fascinating coastlines in the world. In the afternoon, you will be taken on a driving tour of the Amalfi Coast. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a unique coastline with narrow winding roads climbing and descending through picturesque towns and villages with houses huddling together with breathtaking views of the sea. The Amalfi Coast is also famous for its beautiful flowers, lemon and olive trees, secluded beaches, exclusive villas and medieval watch towers. Your farewell dinner will be served in a fabulous restaurant overlooking the sea. Overnight in Positano. Day 8: Friday Departure Enjoy breakfast and then transfer on your own to the airport or railway station for your return or continued travel.
Departures
MONTH
DEPARTURE
DBL
DUS
APR
20
$2,439.00
$3,359.00
MAY
4,11,18,25
$2,989.00
$4,189.00
JUN
1,8,15,22,29
$2,989.00
$4,189.00
JULY
13
$2,899.00
$3,879.00
SEP
7,14,21,28
$2,999.00
$4,189.00
OCT
5,12,19,26
$2,799.00
$3,879.00
Note: PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN CDN DOLLARS
FEATuRED PROPERTIES HOTEL IN ROME Ponte Sisto 4HS, Empire 4HS HOTEL IN POSITANO Covo dei Saraceni 5HS Le Agavi 5HS Hotel may be substituted with similar
• 2 dinners in Rome, wine included
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
• 1 dinner in Positano, wine included
• Luggage handling at hotel
• Walking tour of the Colosseum
• Rome city tax to be paid locally
WHAT IS INCLUDED • Private transfer in Rome • Van as per itinerary • Tour Host • 3 nights in Rome • 4 nights in Positano
• Late afternoon visit of Amalfi
& Ancient Rome • Visit of Pompeii, entrance fee included
• Porterage at airport • Gratuities • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program
Coast by private car, with
• Travel Insurance
English Speaking Driver Guide
• Arrival Transfer
+ Dinner - Taxes
• Departure Transfer
• Discover Italy Book
• Optional Excursions
Arrival and Departure Private transfer rates: Transfer to Naples Airport from hotel in Positano C$186.00 Transfer to Naples Railway Station from hotel in Positano C$186.00 Transfer to Rome from hotel in Positano C$700.00 Rates are per service and are based on max. two passengers traveling together
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Sorrento Getaway A comprehensive visit of the Amalfi Coast, staying in Sorrento
4 nights | 5 days 4 nights in Sorrento from Rome Post tours available
ITInERARy
Day 3: Wednesday Day at leisure Aside from breakfast, the whole day is yours to spend at your leisure. Sorrento is an ideal base from which to discover all the attractions of the region. Your tour host will provide you with a wide range of opportunities or you may reserve your excursion in advance via your travel agent. Overnight in Sorrento. Day 4: Thursday Amalfi Drive Today you will visit of one of the most intriguing coastlines in the world. After breakfast you will be taken on a driving tour of the Amalfi Coast. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a unique coastline with narrow winding roads climbing and descending through picturesque towns and villages of houses all huddling together with breathtaking views of the sea. The Amalfi Coast is also famous for its beautiful flowers, lemon and olive trees, secluded beaches, exclusive villas and medieval watch towers. Your farewell
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Day 2: Tuesday Capri After breakfast in Sorrento, take a trip to the Island of Capri with a guide. Capri is an enchanting and picturesque island. Historically a favourite spot for Roman emperors, the rich and famous, artists, and writers, it’s still one of the Mediterranean’s must-see places. Overnight in Sorrento.
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Day 1: Monday Pompeii/Sorrento You will be picked up from your hotel in Rome early in the morning for your trip to Sorrento. Stop along the way in Pompeii to visit one of the most incredible historical sites in the world. Continue to Sorrento and enjoy a delicious lunch in a typical trattoria. After lunch, meet with your tour host to learn about Sorrento and your activities in town. Tonight your dinner will be served in a local restaurant in the heart of Sorrento. Overnight in Sorrento.
dinner will be served in a panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento. Overnight in Sorrento. Day 5: Friday Departure Enjoy breakfast and then transfer on your own to the Naples airport or railway station for your return or continued travel. Departures MONTH
DEPARTURE
DBL
DUS
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY SEP OCT NOV
16 13 26 23 7,14,21,28 4,11,18,25 9,16,23 3,10,17,24 1,8,15,22 5,12
$809.00 $809.00 $809.00 $1,079.00 $1,189.00 $1,189.00 $1,189.00 $1,189.00 $1,189.00 $809.00
$1,479.00 $1,479.00 $1,479.00 $1,699.00 $1,799.00 $1,799.00 $1,799.00 $1,799.00 $1,799.00 $1,479.00
Note: PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN CDN DOLLARS
FEATuRED PROPERTIES HOTEL IN SORRENTO La Favorita 4HS, Tramontano 4HS Hotel may be substituted with similar WHAT IS INCLUDED • Private transfer in Rome • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host • 4 nights in Sorrento • 1 lunch, wine included • 2 dinners, wine included
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• Visit of Pompeii, entrance fee included • Walking tour of Sorrento • Visit of Amalfi Coast • Visit of Capri • Luggage handling at hotel
• Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer • Departure Transfer • Optional Excursions
to Naples Airport
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED • Hotel and City Tax • Porterage at airport • Gratuities
Arrival and Departure Private transfer rates: Transfer from Hotel in Sorrento
Rates are per service and are
C$115.00 Transfer from Hotel in Sorrento to Naples Railway Station C$115.00
based on max. two passengers traveling together
Captivating Amalfi Coast A comprehensive vist of the Amalfi Coast, staying in Amalfi
3 nights | 4 days 3 nights in Amalfi from Rome Post tours available
Day 3: Wednesday Amalfi Drive Today you will visit of one of the most intriguing coastlines in the world. After breakfast you will be taken on a driving tour of the Amalfi Coast. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is a unique coastline with narrow winding roads climbing and descending
M RO
G FRO
Day 2: Tuesday Day at leisure Aside from breakfast, the whole day is yours to spend at your leisure. Your tour host will provide you with a wide range of opportunities or you may reserve your excursion in advance via your travel agent. Overnight in Amalfi.
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Day 1: Monday Pompeii/Amalfi You will leave your hotel in Rome early in the morning and head for Sorrento. Stop along the way in Pompeii to visit one of the most incredible historical sites in the world. Continue to Sorrento and enjoy a delicious lunch in a typical trattoria. After lunch, you’ll have some free time to explore in Sorrento before leaving for Amalfi. Tonight your dinner will be served in a local restaurant in a tower overlooking the sea. Overnight in Amalfi.
through picturesque towns and villages of houses all huddling together with breathtaking views of the sea. The Amalfi Coast is also famous for its beautiful flowers, lemon and olive trees, secluded beaches, exclusive villas and medieval watch towers. Your farewell dinner will be served in a panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento. Overnight in Amalfi. Day 4: Thursday Departure Enjoy breakfast and then transfer on your own to the Naples airport or railway station for your return or continued travel. Departures MONTH
DEPARTURE
DBL
DUS
APR MAY JUNE JULY SEP OCT
20 7,14,21,28 4,11,18,25 9,16,23 3,10,17,24 1,8,15,22
$699.00 $699.00 $699.00 $719.00 $699.00 $699.00
$1,199.00 $1,199.00 $1,199.00 $1,229.00 $1,199.00 $1,199.00
Note: PRICES ARE PER PERSON IN CDN DOLLARS
FEATuRED PROPERTIES HOTEL IN AMALFI COAST Club Due Torri 4*S Hotel may be substituted with similar WHAT IS INCLUDED • Private transfer in Rome • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host • 3 nights in Amalfi Coast, room with sea view
• 1 lunch, wine included • 2 dinners, wine included • Visit of Pompeii, entrance fee included • Walking tour of Sorrento • Visit of Amalfi Coast WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED • Hotel and City Tax • Luggage handling at hotel • Porterage at airport
• Gratuities • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer • Departure Transfer • Optional Excursions
Coast to Naples Airport C$195.00 Transfer from hotel in Amalfi Coast to Naples railway station C$195.00
Arrival and Departure Private transfer rates: Transfer from hotel in Amalfi
Rates are per service and are based on max. two passengers traveling together
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POST TOURS 2012 PERUGIA:
CINQUE TERRE & RIVIERA:
(Available from Florence or Rome) Three (3) nights hotel accommodation Half board at Borgo Brufa/Welcome dinner at Brufani Transfer from Florence or Rome to hotel in Perugia. En route stop in Cortona and Assisi from Florence or Todi and Assisi from Rome (alternative en route stops are available upon request) Access to the spa
(Available from Florence) Two (2) nights hotel accommodation Welcome dinner in town Transfer from Florence to hotel with en route stop in Pisa and Lucca. (alternative en route stops are available on request)
BRUFANI PALACE DBL BB DUS BB APR-JUL 1019.00 1479.00 AUG 849.00 1319.00 SEP-OCT 1019.00 1479.00 NOV 849.00 1319.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
PORTO ROCA DBL BB DUS BB APR-JUN 949.00 1099.00 JUL 989.00 1139.00 AUG 1009.00 1159.00 SEP 989.00 1139.00 OCT 949.00 1099.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
DBL HB DUS HB APR-JUL 1389.00 1859.00 AUG 1389.00 1859.00 SEP-OCT 1389.00 1859.00 NOV 1389.00 1859.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
EXCELSIOR RAPALLO DBL BB DUS BB APR-JUN 969.00 1129.00 JUL 1009.00 1169.00 AUG 1009.00 1169.00 SEP 1009.00 1169.00 OCT 969.00 1129.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
CORTONA:
LAKE COMO:
(Available from Florence or Rome) Three (3) nights hotel accommodation Welcome dinner Transfer from Florence to hotel in Cortona. En route stop in Montalcino and Montepulciano with wine tastings. (alternative en route stops are available upon request)
(Available from Venice) Three (3) nights hotel accommodation Welcome dinner in town Transfer from Venice Railway Station plus train to Milan and private car to hotel in Como
BORGO BRUFA
TERMINUS VILLA IL POGGIALE DBL BB DUS BB APR-JUN 949.00 1419.00 JUL 949.00 1419.00 AUG 949.00 1419.00 SEP-OCT 949.00 1419.00 NOV 919.00 1379.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
DBL BB DUS BB APR-MAY 869.00 1089.00 JUN-JUL 969.00 1199.00 AUG 869.00 1089.00 SEP 969.00 1199.00 OCT 869.00 1089.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars IMPERIALE
TERRE DEI CAVALIERI COUNTRY HOUSE DBL BB DUS BB APR-JUN 759.00 1009.00 JUL 829.00 1049.00 AUG 829.00 1049.00 SEP-OCT 759.00 1009.00 NOV 729.00 959.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
DBL BB DUS BB APR-MAY 929.00 1119.00 JUN-JUL 949.00 1189.00 AUG 949.00 1119.00 SEP 949.00 1189.00 OCT 949.00 1119.00 Prices are per person in CDN dollars
Terms and Conditions
Payments: A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the amount is due at time of booking. Full payment must reach our office 45 days prior to departure. CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS: Booking fee: $25.00 / Amendment fee: $100.00 / Cancellation Fee: 100% of the amount paid is non-refundable Insurance Protection Before and After Departure: We strongly recommend that travellers purchase applicable insurance from their travel agent to protect themselves against unforeseen circumstances that may force them to cancel or interrupt their trip such as, but not limiting to: injury, sickness or death of themselves or a member of their immediate family or of a single travel companion with whom they are sharing accommodation during the trip. Adequate insurance coverage for luggage and personal is also encouraged. PRICES: Prices are quoted in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated and are based on the costs and exchange rates in effect at the time of payment. VICTOURS reserves the right to increase its prices in order to protect against unplanned cost increases or for any reason at its discretion without notice. No price increases are permitted after the customer has paid in full. However, if after deposit has been paid and the total price of the travel services has increased, should the cumulative increase be more than 7 percent, the customer has the right to cancel the contract and obtain a full refund; (except any increase resulting from higher retail sales tax or federal goods and services tax). In this case our liability will be limited to the refund of the monies paid. Our prices do not include any items other than those specified and exclude such items as air transportation, expenses of personal nature, airport taxes, tips and gratuities, local municipal taxes. UNUSED SERVICES: There will be no refund for unused services or hotel nights. Documentation: Passengers should be in possession of a valid passport and must ensure that they comply with applicable visa requirements. It is the responsibility of each person to advise their travel agent of their citizenship/nationality of all members of the travelling party to ensure the agent provides correct documentation requirements. Obtaining passport and visas are at the traveller’s expense. VICTOURS cannot assume responsibility for the client’s inability to travel due to incorrect documentation. Every effort has been made to describe as accurately as possible the travel services being purchased. The traveler has to be aware that each country or region has particular features (such as food, water, weather, customs etc.) that may not appeal. There are many different living standards, practices and conditions at the destination compared with what the traveler is used to. By purchasing these travel services the client is presumed to have
made all the necessary inquiries in this regards. LIMITATION OF RESPONSIBILITY: VICTOURS makes arrangements with suppliers who provide travel services such as airlines, cruise lines, hotels, buses, sightseeing, train, car rental or other activities included in our tours. Although we try our very best to choose the most reputable suppliers we cannot be responsible for their acts and omissions. VICTOURS acts only in an agent’s capacity for passengers in all matters relating to goods and services rendered and as such, we hold ourselves free of responsibility for any delay, loss of property, injury, death, damage, inconvenience, loss of enjoyment, upset, distress or frustration whether physical or mental, resulting from any of the following: Any wrongful or negligent act or omission on the part of any travel supplier outlined in our vouchers or their personnel or any company or person not under the direct control of Victours International. Sickness, theft, labour disputes, machinery breakdown, quarantine, war, government restraints, weather, closed roads or accesses, or any other cause beyond our direct control. Failure on passenger’s part to obtain the necessary documentation by the time of travel in which case VICTOURS cannot refund any monies paid. Failure to arrive at the airport on time on the day of departure or not to be on time for the various convocations during the trip, for any reason. Unauthorized statements of acts of misinterpretations made by any travel agency of its employees relating to the standards, quality, services and inclusions of the vacation programs purchased. VICTOURS reserves the right to modify the itinerary or the carriers, substitute accommodation whenever necessary or cancel the trip completely. In such an event it will not be liable for claims, damages or losses beyond the refund of costs. In the even of cancellation of the trip by VICTOURS the full refund of monies paid will represent the final settlement with the passenger. If a modification in the itinerary results in a saving, a refund would be made. Conversely if the modification should entail additional expenses, such expenses would be borne by the passenger. VICTOURS reserves the right to decline to accept or retain any person as a tour member whose presence may impede the operation of the tour or the rights of enjoyment of the other passengers. Under such circumstances, unused land services only will be refunded. VICTOURS, the travel agent and carriers accept no responsibility for loss of tickets, coupons or any travel documents. Written notice of any claims against VICTOURS must be received no later than fourteen (14) days after return from the trip. No representatives of VICTOURS or the suppliers are authorized to modify or cancel any of the above. Please read all information on this page carefully.
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Victours 101-8800 Duf ferin street concord, oN L4K 0c5 cANADA tel: 416.736.6613 toll Free: 1.800.668.7475 Fax: 416.736.8533 E-mail: info@victours.ca Web: www.victours.ca
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