Italy
ESCORTED & SEMI-ESCORTED TOURS 2011
VISIT ITALY TOURS, brings to you over 20 years of experience in planning the most exceptional Tours and personal itineraries to Italy. With our native Italian staff, we proudly present to you a list of intimate group departures with guaranteed travel dates. Explore Italy now with a small group of max 14 passengers and feel the difference! Enjoy! The Team VISIT ITALY TOURS
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Italy
ESCORTED & SEMI-ESCORTED TOURS
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CRADlES OF ITAlIAN CUlTURE AND ARTS Discover Baroque Rome, The Vatican, Renaissance Florence, Etruscan Tuscany and Mediveal towns of Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Siena, Chianti awhile enjoying Art and Wine
VENICE GETAWAY FROM FlORENCE From Florence to Venice, a Romantic Gataway
TUSCAN IMMERSION FROM ROME Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Siena, Chianti and other small towns of Art and Wine
THE ROYAl NORTH Discover Turin, Lake Maggiore, Parma, Cinque Terre, Rapallo, Como, Explore Italy from its first Capital to the Lakes
UNDER THE ITAlIAN SUN Rome, Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano, Pompeii, the Vesuvius & Capri
SORRENTO GATEWAY Pompei, Capri and Sorrento
ROME, POMPEI AND SORRENTO Rome, Pompei and Sorrento, where the Romans spent their vacations
SICIlIAN FANTASY Discover Sicily and its Greek, Arab, Norman and Italian heritage that crated a perfect mixture of arts and flavors
ART CITIES AND lANDSCAPES OF ITAlY Rome, Assisi, Tuscany, Florence, Venice. See as much as you can in 8 days and enjoy beautiful landscapes of Tuscany
ROMANTIC ITAlY Mountains, gardens and lakes of Northern Italy
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Cradles of Italian Culture and arts Discover Baroque Rome, The Vatican, Renaissance Florence, Etruscan Tuscany and Mediveal towns of Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Siena, Chianti awhile enjoying Art and Wine Duration: 8 nights / 9 days - Semi-Escorted Overnights: 3 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Siena, 3 nights in Florence Add on 3 nights in Venice
ITINERARY
Day 03
Monday Rome [breakfast] After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Vatican for a guided visit of the Vatican Museum, Sisitne Chapel and Saint
Day 01
Saturday Arrival
Peter's Basilica. The Vatican is rich in art and history and at
Welcome to Italy!
the Vatican Museum you will discover the masterpieces of
You have passed the Passport Control and collected your
Greek and Roman ancient art, works of Raphael,
luggage inside the customs area, transfer on your own to the
Michelangelo and Caravaggio, the Sistine Chapel and St.
hotel and ready to spend the rest of the day exploring the
Peter's Basilica.
Eternal City. Your tour host will meet you at the hotel in the
After the tour ends return to the hotel by private coach.
evening to provide information regarding the program and
Afternoon at leisure to explore the town on your own.
literature of the destinations that you are about to visit.
Overnight in Rome
Overnight in Rome
Day 02
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Sunday Rome [breakfast, dinner] Start the day with a morning Guided Visit of a Unique Rome:
Day 04
Tuesday Montepulciano & Montalcino [breakfast, lunch] Your Tuscan adventure starts today! You will meet the driver in the morning at your hotel and depart to the
the path of Caravaggio, the mistery of the templars in Rome,
Montepulciano, in the Etruscan land.
the duel between Bernini and Borromini the two major
The Etruscans, mysterious fathers of the Romans, had
architects of the Baroque. Admire with owe the Trevi Fountain
their own language and culture which endured from an
and Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and the Spanish steps. You
unknown prehistoric time prior to the founding of Rome
have the afternoon free to continue exploring the town.
until its complete assimilation to Italic Rome in the Roman
Rome is well known for its Trattoria and homemade pasta
Republic. Your guide will welcome you in Montepulciano
and tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a real
and guided you to two vineyards near Montepulciano. You
traditional Roman Trattoria, away from the touristic crowds
will learn about wine making, take a panoramic walk in a
and amongst the locals.
vineyard and taste wine in the cellar.
Overnight in Rome
Typical tuscan lunch in Montepulciano
After lunch you will continue to Siena, travelling trough the
fascinates for its medieval look. Its high towers create a
wonderful hills of Val d'Orcia, “The” Tuscan landscapes,
unique skyline. Lunch will be served in a small and typical
and with a stop in Montalcino to walk through the small
trattoria in San Gimignano.Monteriggioni is considered one
and characteristic streets. Arrival in Siena late afternoon
of the most beautiful castles in the world. It was a station of
and check in at hotel. Overnight in Siena.
standstill on the Francigena Road, until the XI century, when Siena transformed it into an imposing Fortress to protec the
Day 05
Wednesday Siena [breakfast, dinner]
northern boundary during the wars against Florence.
After breakfast you will meet with your local Guide at the hotel
Arrival in Florence and check in at hotel. Free time to explore
and depart for a walking tour of Siena, probably Italy's loveliest
the town.
medieval city. Siena's heart is Il Campo or Campo's square,
Overnight in Florence
where the famous horse race “Il Palio” takes place twice each summer. The town offers magnificent masterpieces and incredible views. The afternoon is free to continue to explore Siena or visit one
Day 07
Friday Florence [breakfast, Dinner] Time to explore the cradle of the Renaissance with a guided walking tour of the city.
of the many beautiful small villages nearby. A dinner in a typical
Lorenzo de Medici transformed Florence attracting the best
restaurant in Siena is the perfect end of the day.
artists, architects and writers of the time such as Leonardo
Overnight in Siena.
da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli to whom he commissioned various works. You will visit Piazza della
Day 06
Thursday San Gimignano & Monteriggioni
Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Dome with Giotto's bell tower,
[breakfast, lunch]
Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce.
In the morning transfer to Florence driving along the Tuscan
Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring Florence on your
countryside. En route stop in Monteriggioni and San
own, visiting the Uffizi or the Accademia or taking the
Gimignano, two cities that like other Tuscan hill towns, were
opportunity to visit Pisa or Lucca.
first settled in the time of the Etruscan.
Dinner will be served in a local Tuscan restaurant.
San Gimignano is listed as a World Heritage site and
Overnight in Florence.
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Featured Properties • 2 nights in Hotel ****Siena • 3 nights in Hotel ****Florence • 8 breakfasts • 3 dinners & 3 lunches with Wine, Mineral Water and Coffee • Visit of Vatican, entrance fee included • Walking tour of Wonderful Rome • Wine tour in Montepulciano • Walking tour of Siena • Visit of Monteriggioni and San Gimignano • Walking tour of Florence • Visit of Chianti with wine tasting • Hotel and City Tax
Rome Bernini Bristol***** Alternative hotel: Artemide****L Stendhal****L Siena Palazzo Ravizza **** Alternative hotel: Athena **** Florence Brunelleschi****s Alternative hotel: Pierre****s Santa Maria Novella****s
What is not included • Porterage at airport • Tips • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer
Hotel may be substituted with similar category What is included • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host* • 3 nights in Hotel ****Rome
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• Departure Transfer • Optional Excursions *Tour Host These tours are operated with a tour escort. Our commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants. In case the number of people travelling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be operated with a tour host. The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at every Hotel’s check-in. The tour host will escort the guest to the restaurants when the dinner is included. The tour host is available 24hrs by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Pocket Guide with information, maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number.
Cancellation Policy: 15/10 days before departure: 10% 10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100% ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER Transfer from Rome FCO to hotel in Rome Transfer from Rome Railway Station to hotel in Rome Transfer from Florence Railway Station Transfer from FLR Florence Apt Transfer from Florence Railway Station
Saturday Chianti [breakfast, lunch] An excursion to Chianti region and wine and cheese tasting is a must!
half day exploration of Chianti, a stunning hills region between Florence, Volterra and Siena. You will enjoy famous postcard like landscape and renowned wines. Chianti is not a big area but it is incredible the things it can offer, medieval towns and villages, castles and parish churches, hills covered with vineyards that produce amazing wines, like the Chianti wine. You will have two en route stops to enjoy wine and cheese tasting. Lunch will be served in a local farm house from where it is possible also to enjoy an astonishing panorama. Retrun to Florence after lunch. The afternoon is free.
Day 09
Sunday Departures [breakfast] Breakfast. End of service.
DEPARTURES MONTH APRIL
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Saturday
DBL
$ 59 $ 102 $ 81 $ 102
Rates are per car with max 3 passengers Notes Third bed Adult on request
Your expert driver guide will meet you at the hotel and drive you for an
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$ 87
DUS supplement
CHD 2/12 reduction
INFANT 0/2
16
2925
1800
443
Free
MAY
7, 14, 21
2925
1800
443
Free
JUN
4, 11, 18
2985
1800
443
Free
JUL
2, 9, 16,
2985
1800
443
Free
AUG
27
2685
1800
443
Free
SEP
3, 10, 17, 24
2985
1800
443
Free
OCT
1, 8, 15
2985
1800
443
Free
NOV
5
2550
1800
443
Free Rates in US Dollars per pax
Venice 3
3 San Gimignano
2
Florence Siena Montepulciano Montalcino
Rome
Cradles of Italian Culture and arts
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Venice Getaway From Florence to Venice, a Romantic Gataway
Duration: 3 nights / 4 days Overnights: 3 nights in Venice
ITINERARY
Day 01
Sunday Travel on a high Speed Train from Florence to Venice and
OPTIONAL TOURS
Opt 01
PRIVATE VENICE CITY SIGHTSEEING An enchanting panoramic tour over the history of St.
enjoy beautiful landscapes. Arrival in Venice. Transfer on your
Mark’s square and its main monuments; You will visit
own to the hotel where you will meet yuor Tour Host and learn
the Cathedral of Venice, St. Mark’s Basilica, with the
about the city and the lagoon.
richness of its marbles and mosaics; the Doge’s
Dinner in a nice restaurant with Canal View
palace, fourteenth century building from where the
Overnight in Venice
ancient Venetian republic exerted the control over the city. Passing through the famous Bridge of Sighs you
Day 02
Monday
will reach the Prisons Palace. Proper attire is required
Breakfast
while visiting the Basilica. For security reasons bags,
Time available to explore the city
back-packs, etc. cannot be taken into the Basilica.
Overnight in Venice. Inclusions: private guide, entrance ticket at the Doge’s
Day 03 6
Thursday
Palace
Brekfast
Duration: 2 hours
Time available to explore the city
Rate:
$ 255 per pax
Overnight in Venice
Day 04
Wednesday Brekfast Transfer on you own to Railway station or Airport.
Opt 02
PRIVATE VENICE CITY TOUR AND GONDOLA RIDE Walk through the narrow streets (calli) and small squares (campi) to see the Stairs of Bovolo and La
Fenice Theatre, followed by a gondola ride through
ceilings of the vast Sala del Maggior Consiglio (Great
the enchanting maze of canals. The tours ends with
Council Hall).
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the visit of the gothic church of Frari (Franciscan friars) with paintings of Bellini, Tiziano and sculptures
Inclusions: private guide, entrance ticket at the Secret
of Canova.
Trails Duration: about 2 hours
Inclusions: private guide, 35’ gondola tour
Rate:
$ 210 per pax
Duration: 2 hours Rate:
$ 255 per pax
Opt 04 Opt 03
VENICE VIEWED FROM THE WATER There is no doubt that Venice was built to be seen from the
THE DOGE’S PALACE AND SECRET TRAILS
water where it is at its most spectacular and magnificent.
The picturesque oriental walls of the Doge’s Palace
This is a complete itinerary around and through the lagoon
enclosed two different and aspects of the same political
city for those who want to enjoy a unique experience,
organization: its magnificent public face with sumptuous
discovering the charm and silence of the narrow canals
halls of power, elegantly decorated with masterpieces by
immersed in shadow, observe silhouettes of ancient
some of the greatest artists of Venetian painting, where
rooftops against limpid skies; the itinerary meanders
foreign princes and ambassadors were welcomed on
through vibrant neighbourhoods and bridges and past
occasion, and alongside a parallel and scheming world,
squares, a glimpse of secret gardens; glide down the Grand
often hidden behind wooden panels, housing narrow
Canal with the centuries-old palaces on either side… a
offices, sinister prisons and the notorious torture
magic synthesis to the rhythm of the waves!
chamber. This is an unforgettable tour that will take you from the pomp of state rooms with their golden ceilings
Inclusions: private boat, private guide
to the piombi (lead) cells. Relive Casanova’s legendary
Duration: 1 hour
escape and walk across the creaking wood-beaming
Rate:
$ 255 per pax
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Featured Properties ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER transfer from hotel to Venice Railway Station and VV Full assistance from check out to departure, 1 luggage porterage, operated by car motor-launch
$ 99
Transfer from hotel to $ 147 Venice Airport and VV Full assistance from check out to departure, 1 luggage porterage, operated by car motorlaunch
• 3 nights in selected Hotel **** in Venice • 1 dinner with Wine, Mineral Water and Coffee • Hotel and City Tax • high speed train to Venice What is not included • Tips • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Optional Excursions Notes Third bed Adult on request
rates per pax Cancellation Policy: 15/10 days before departure: 10% 10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100%
What is included in Absolute Venice • Tour Host upon arrival
Opt 05 8
Private Wine and Art tour Discovering the “Osterie” in the historical centre of Venice. Venice is not only beautiful buildings, picturesque canals and narrow streets. Venice represents also the pleasure of eating and drinking well. You can choose your favourite itinerary exploring the beauty of our city and tasting something really Venetian such as local wine and “cicheti”’ (taps) in the most characteristic “Osteria” .
Inclusions: private guide, two stops for one glass of wine and one ‘cicheto’ in each place Duration: About 2 hour Rate:
$ 150 per pax
Arrival Day in Venice Sunday
Santa Marina HHHH
Torre dell'Orologio HHHHs
Metropole ****s
DBL
DUS
DBL
DUS
DBL
DUS
Children 0/3 yrs old
April
24
620
1149
741
1392
827
1470
free
May
15, 22, 29
620
1149
741
1392
827
1470
free
June
12, 19, 26
620
1149
741
1392
827
1470
free
July
10, 17, 24,
498
906
620
1149
735
1290
free
September
4, 11, 18, 25
620
1149
741
1392
827
1470
free
October
2, 9, 16, 23
620
1149
741
1392
827
1470
free
13
377
662
420
750
735
1470
free
November
Rates in US Dollars per pax
Venice 4
Florence
Venice Getaway
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tuscan Immersion Montepulciano, San Gimignano, Siena, Chianti and other small towns of Art and Wine
Duration: 5 nights / 6 days - Semi-Escorted Overnights: 2 nights in Siena, 3 nights in Florence.
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ITINERARY
with a stop in Montalcino to walk through the small and characteristic streets.
Day 01
Tuesday Montepulciano & Montalcino
Arrival in Siena late afternoon and check in at hotel.
[breakfast, lunch]
Overnight in Siena.
Your experienced driver will meet you at in the morning at your hotel in Rome and drive you to Montepulciano, in the Etruscan land. The Etruscans, mysterious fathers of the Romans, had their own language and culture which endured
Day 02
Wednesday Siena [breakfast, dinner] After breakfast you will meet with your local Guide at the hotel
from an unknown prehistoric time prior to the founding of Rome
and depart for a walking tour of Siena, probably Italy's loveliest
until its complete assimilation to Italic Rome in the Roman
medieval city. Siena's heart is Il Campo or Campo's square,
Republic. Your guide will welcome you in Montepulciano and
where the famous horse race “Il Palio” takes place twice each
guided you to two vineyards near Montepulciano. You will
summer. The town offers magnificent masterpieces and
learn about wine making, take a panoramic walk in a vineyard
incredible views. The afternoon is free to continue to explore
and taste wine in the cellar.
Siena or visit one of the many beautiful small villages nearby.
Typical tuscan lunch in Montepulciano
A dinner in a typical restaurant in Siena is the perfect end
After lunch you will continue to Siena, travelling trough the
of the day.
wonderful hills of Val d'Orcia, “The” Tuscan landscapes, and
Overnight in Siena.
Day 03
Thursday San Gimignano & Monteriggioni [breakfast, lunch]
Day 04
Friday Florence [breakfast, Dinner]
In the morning transfer to Florence driving along the Tuscan
Time to explore the cradle of the Renaissance with a guided
countryside. En route stop in Monteriggioni and San
walking tour of the city. Lorenzo de Medici transformed
Gimignano, two cities that like other Tuscan hill towns, were
Florence attracting the best artists, architects and writers of
first settled in the time of the Etruscan.
the time such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli
San Gimignano is listed as a World Heritage site and
to whom he commissioned various works. You will visit Piazza
fascinates for its medieval look. Its high towers create a
della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, the Dome with Giotto's bell
unique skyline. Lunch will be served in a small and typical
tower, Ponte Vecchio, Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon at
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trattoria in San Gimignano.
leisure exploring Florence on your own, visiting the Uffizi or the
Monteriggioni is considered one of the most beautiful castles
Accademia or taking the opportunity to visit Pisa or Lucca.
in the world. It was a station of standstill on the Francigena
Dinner will be served in a local Tuscan restaurant.
Road, until the XI century, when Siena transformed it into an
Overnight in Florence.
imposing Fortress to protec the northern boundary during the wars against Florence. Arrival in Florence and check in at hotel. Free time to explore the town.
Day 05
Saturday Chianti [breakfast, lunch] An excursion to Chianti region and wine and cheese tasting
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Featured Properties • Walking tour of Florence • Visit of Chianti with wine tasting • Hotel and City Tax
Siena Palazzo Ravizza **** Athena **** Florence Brunelleschi****s Pierre****s Santa Maria Novella****s Hotel may be substituted with similar category What is included • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host* • 2 nights in Hotel ****Siena • 3 nights in Hotel ****Florence • 5 breakfasts • 2 dinners & 3 lunches with Wine, Mineral Water and Coffee • Wine tour in Montepulciano • Walking tour of Siena • Visit of Monteriggioni and San Gimignano
Day 05
What is not included • Porterage at airport • Tips • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival Transfer • Departure Transfer • Optional Excursions *Tour Host These tours are operated with a tour escort. Our commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants. In case the number of people travelling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be operated with a tour host.
The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at every Hotel’s check-in. The tour host will escort the guest to the restaurants when the dinner is included. The tour host is available 24hrs by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Pocket Guide with information, maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number. Notes Third bed Adult on request Cancellation Policy: 15/10 days before departure: 10% 10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100% Pick Up in Rome We provide a complimentary pick up transfer from all the hotels in Rome. For
the travellers who needn't this transfer, the meeting point for the departure is Grand Hotel Bernini Bristol, in Piazza Barberini in Rome. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER Transfer from Rome FCO to hotel in Rome Transfer from Rome Railway Station from hotel in Rome Transfer from Florence Railway Station Transfer from FLR Florence Apt Transfer from Florence Railway Station
is a must! Your expert driver guide will meet you at the hotel and drive you for an half day exploration of Chianti, a stunning hills region between Florence, Volterra and Siena.
renowned wines. Chianti is not a big area but it is incredible the things it can offer, medieval towns and villages, castles and parish churches, hills covered with vineyards that produce amazing wines, like the Chianti wine. You will have two en route stops to enjoy wine and cheese tasting. Lunch will be served in a local farm house from where it is possible also to enjoy an astonishing panorama. Retrun to Florence after lunch. The afternoon is free. Overnight in Florence.
Day 06
Day 6: Sunday Departures [breakfast] Independent transfer to airport from railway station.
DEPARTURES MONTH APRIL
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Tuesday
DBL
DUS supplement
CHD 2/12 reduction
INFANT 0/2
19
1634
975
-180
Free
10, 17, 24
1800
975
-180
Free
JUN
14, 21
1800
975
-180
Free
JUL
5, 12, 19
1697
975
-180
Free
AUG
30
1697
975
-180
Free
SEP
6, 13, 20, 27
1800
975
-180
Free
OCT
4, 11, 18
1800
975
-180
Free
NOV
8
1650
975
-180
Free
MAY
$ 59 $ 102 $ 81 $ 102
Rates are per car with max 3 passengers
You will enjoy famous postcard like landscape and 12
$ 87
Rates in US Dollars per pax
tuscan Immersion
Venice 3
3 2
Florence Siena Montepulciano
Montalcino
Rome
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the Royal North Piedmont, liguria the lake Como Discover Turin, Lake Maggiore, Parma, Cinque Terre, Rapallo, Como Explore Italy from its first Capital to the Lakes Duration: 7 nights / 8 days - Semi-Escorted Overnights: 3 nights in Turin 2 nights in Rapallo, 2 nights in Como
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ITINERARY
Museum, that host the second most important Egyptian Collection in the world after the Cairo Museum, or relax in one
Day 01
Saturday Arrival
of the famous Cafè while tasting teh famous Chocolate or they
Welcome to Italy!
typical Gianduiotti, but save your appetite for a great dinner
Upon arrival at Turin or Milan airport and after Immigration and
served in a traditional Ristorante in Turin, away from the
Customs control yuo will transfer on your own to the hotel. The
touristic crowds and amongst the locals. Overnight in Turin.
rest of the day is at leisure to explore Turin the first Capital of Italy, home of the first Italian Royal Family. In the evening your tour host will meet you at the hotel and provide information regarding the program and literature of the destinations that are about to be visited. Overnight in Turin.
Day 03
Monday Day at leisure [breakfast] After breakfast, explore the town or choose the excursion to one of the several wonders in Turin's surroundings. You may visit the Venaria Reale, a unique complex of environmental and architectural continuum of extraordinary charm,
Day 02
Sunday Turin [breakfast, dinner]
residence of the Savoia House, the first and last Royal Family
The day starts with a Morning Walking tour of Turin starting in
of modern Italy.
Piazza Castello, and its Palazzo Madama, the Palazzo Reale,
Alternatively, you may choose to visit the near lake Maggiore
the Castle of the Acaia, the Royal Gardens, the church of San
with the astonishing Borromee Islands.
Lorenzo, via Garibaldi and other monuments. The afternoon is
After the tour ends return to the hotel by private coach.
available to continue to explore Turin, visit the Egyptian
Overnight in Turin.
Day 04
Thursday Great wines and Castles [breakfast, Lunch] Time to leave the Royal town and move to the gorgeus Coast
Day 05
Wednesday CinqueTerre [breakfast, Dinner] After breakfast, you will depart for a full day visit of Cinque
of Liguria!
Terre and Portofino. You will explore the Cinque Terre
After breakfast you will transfer to Rapallo and have brief stops
experiencing a magnificient cruise along the coastline..
in Asti and the Monferrato territory.
The tour continues to Portofino where your guide will be
Just a few miles South of Turin, Asti is one of Piedmont's most
glad to offer a chilled white wine on the Portofino bay.
elegant cities. Famous for its magnificent tower houses, Asti is
After returning to hotel you will have dinner in a local
often called the city of a hundred towers but it is also renowned
restaurant with a magnificent view on the bay.
for its superb wines and spectacular Palio horse race. The
Overnight in S. Margherita Ligure.
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historic city center, where the remaining 12 of 120 towers can be seen, has kept its typical medieval radial plan, and is best
Day 06
Tuesday Parma [breakfast, Lunch, Dinner] After breakfast you will depart to Como and stop in Parma
visited on foot or by bike. The drive will continue to the Castle of
on the way.
Grinzane where you will stop for lunch at a local farmhouse,
A Local guide will help you explore one of the richest and
surrounded by vineyards that produce the Barolo came from.
most beautiful Italian towns, celebrated not only for its
Grinzane Cavour became a symbol of the Langa del Barolo after
magnificent masterpieces but also, and maybe even
Count Benso, the mayor of the town for some 17 years running,
more, for the excellence of its food and wines.
transformed it into a production base for the great wines of
Lunch will be served at Corale Verdi, a unique trattoria
Langa. Today, Grinzane Cavour is home to an important wine
where the choirs of the near Theatre usually eat when
museum and an ethnographic museum, which illustrates the
in town.
local farming traditions.
After lunch you will continue to Como.
You will arrive on the Riviera in the late afternoon.
Dinner will be served at the hotel in Como, facing the lake.
Overnight in S. Margherita Ligure.
Overnight in Como.
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Featured Properties TURIN: Sitea SANTA MARGHERITA: Metropole, Lido COMO: Terminus, Palace
• Visit of Parma • Visit of Como and Bellagio • Hotel and City Tax
Hotel may be substituted with similar category
What is not included • Arrival transfer • Departure transfer • Porterage at airport • Tips • Meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Optional Excursions
What is included • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host* • 3 nights Hotel in Turin • 2 nights Hotel in Santa Margerita Ligure • 2 nights Hotel in Como • 7 Breakfast • 4 dinners & 2 lunches with Wine, Mineral Water and Coffee • Walking tour of Turin • Visit of Asti and Monferrato • Wine tasting in Monferrato • Visit of Cinque Terre
Day 07
*Tour Host These tours are operated with a tour escort. Our commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants. In case the number of people travelling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be
operated with a tour host. The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at every Hotel’s check-in. The tour host will escort the guest to the restaurants when the dinner is included. The tour host is available 24hrs by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Pocket Guide with information, maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number. Notes Third bed Adult on request Cancellation Policy: 30/10 days before departure: 10% 10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100%
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER Transfer from Caselle Turin Airport $ 102 to hotel in Turin Transfer from Malpensa Airport to hotel in Turin $ 423 Transfer from Turin Railway Station $ 60 to hotel in Turin Transfer from hotel in Como to Caselle Turin Airport $ 423 Transfer from hotel in Como $ 242 to Malpensa Airport Transfer from hotel in Como to Linate Airport $ 269 Transfer from hotel in Como to Milan Railway Station $ 269 Rates are per car with max 3 passengers
Friday Como [breakfast, Dinner] Meet with the guide at the hotel and departure to explore Como. You will discover the wonderful historical centre then catch the boat to Bellagio. After a
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breathtaking cruise you will walk along the narrow streets of this unique jewel of architecture. Return to the hotel by boat in the afternoon. Dinner at nice restaurant in the heart of town. Overnight in Como.
Day 08
Saturday – [breakfast] Independent transfer to airport or railway station.
DEPARTURES MONTH
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Saturday
DBL
DUS supplement
CHD 2/12 reduction
INFANT 0/2
MAY
7, 21
2900
1200
-285
Free
JUN
4, 18
2910
1200
-285
Free
JUL
2
2850
1200
-285
Free
SEP
10,24
2910
1200
-285
Free
OCT
15
2700
1200
-285
Free Rates in US Dollars per pax
2
Como & Lake Maggiore
Turin 3 Parma 2 Santa Margherita
the Royal North Piedmont liguria the lake Como
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Under the Italian Sun Rome, Sorrento, Amalfi, Positano, Pompeii, the Vesuvius & Capri
Duration: 7 nights / 8 days - Semi-Escorted Overnights: 3 nights in Roma, 4 nights in Sorrento
traditional Roman Trattoria, away from the touristic crowds
ITINERARY
Day 01
Saturday Arrival Welcome to Italy!
and amongst the locals. Overnight in Rome.
Day 03
Monday Rome [breakfast]
You have passed the Passport Control and collected your
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the Vatican for a
luggage inside the customs area, transfer on your own to the
guided visit of the Vatican Museum, Sisitne Chapel and Saint
hotel and ready to spend the rest of the day exploring the
Peter's Basilica. The Vatican is rich in art and history and at
Eternal City.
the Vatican Museum you will discover the masterpieces of
Your tour host will meet you at the hotel in the evening to
Greek and Roman ancient art, works of Raphael,
provide information regarding the program and literature of
Michelangelo and Caravaggio, the Sistine Chapel and St.
the destinations that you are about to visit.
Peter's Basilica.
Overnight in Rome
After the tour ends return to the hotel by private coach. Afternoon at leisure to explore the town on your own.
Day 02
Sunday Rome [breakfast, dinner] Start the day with a morning Guided Visit of a Unique Rome: the path of Caravaggio, the mistery of the templars in Rome,
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Overnight in Rome.
Day 04
Tuesday Pompei and Trattoria [breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
the duel between Bernini and Borromini the two major
The day starts early in the morning with a transfer to
architects of the Baroque. Admire with owe the Trevi Fountain
Sorrento. On the way to South Italy, you will stop in Pompeii
and Piazza Navona, the Pantheon and the Spanish steps. You
and visit one of the most incredible historical sites in the
have the afternoon free to continue exploring the town.
world. The visit will be followed by lunch in a typical Trattoria
Rome is well known for its Trattoria and homemade pasta
on the Vesuvius, the Volcano overlooking Pompei and that
and tonight you will enjoy a great dinner served in a real
destroied it.
You will arrive in Sorrento in the late afternoon and check in at the hotel. Your tour host will provide information about
Day 06
Thursday Amalfi Coast [breakfast, lunch, dinner]
Sorrento and your activities in town before guiding you to a
After breakfast you will start your day trip to the picturesque
local restaurant in the heart of Sorrento for dinner.
towns of Amalfi and Positano. Amalfi is an Ancient Maritime
Overnight in Sorrento.
Republic. Amalfi gives the name to the beautiful Amalfi Coast and is a small town full enchanting views and of art treasures
Day 05
Wednesday Capri
such as the Dome, the Arsenal and the Old Town. Positano,
[breakfast]
once a small fishermen village, is now a small town clabering
After breakfast you will cruise to the Island of Capri. The visit
down a breathtaking slope till the sea. Lunch will be served in
starts in Anacapri, a small village famous for the magnificent
a small typical restaurant nestled on the cliff where it is possible
Villa San Michele, and continues to Capri, where you will have
to taste fresh food and good local wine. After lunch you will
some free time to stroll around and for lunch enjoying people
return to Sorrento where you will arrive in the late afternoon.
watching in the famous Piazzetta.
Dinner will be served in a local restaurant at walking distance
In the afternoon, transfer to Sorrento, return to the Hotel.
from the hotel.
Overnight in Sorrento.
Overnight in Sorrento.
Day 07
Friday Optional Tours [breakfast, Dinner] Sorrento is an ideal location to discover the beauties of this region. Your assistant will provide you with a wide range of opportunities or you may reserve your excursion in advance via your travel agent. The last evening in Sorrento will surprise you with a farewell dinner at a panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento.
Day 08
Saturday Departure [breakfast] Independent transfer to Naples Airport or Railway Station.
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Featured Properties Rome Bernini Bristol***** Alternative hotel: Artemide****L Sorrento La Favorita****L Alternative hotel: Tramontano****L Hotel may be substituted with similar category What is included • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host* • 3 nights in Hotel**** Roma • 4 nights in hotel **** in Sorrento • 2 lunches, wine included • 3 dinners, wine included • Visit of Vatican, entrance fee included
• walking tour of Wonderful Roma • Visit of Capri • Lunch in Trattoria on the Vesuvio • Visit of Pompei, entrance fee included • Visit of Amalfi Coast • Hotel and City Tax
What is not included • Porterage at airport • Tips • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival and Departure transfer • Optional Excursions
*Tour Host These tours are operated with a tour escort.
Our commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants. In case the number of people travelling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be operated with a tour host. The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at every Hotel’s check-in. The tour host will escort the guest to the restaurants when the dinner is included. The tour host is available 24hrs by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Pocket Guide with information, maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number. Notes Third bed Adult on request
Cancellation Policy: 30/10 days before departure: 10%
10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100% ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER Transfer from Rome FCO to hotel in Rome Transfer from Rome Railway Station to hotel in Rome Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Naples railway Station Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Naples airport Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Rome airports Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Rome railway Station
DEPARTURES
APRIL
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Saturday
DBL
DUS supplement
$ 59
$ 102 $ 102 $ 525 $ 525
Rates are per car with max 3 passengers
20
MONTH
$ 87
CHD 2/12 reduction
INFANT 0/2
16
1830
1094
-443
Free
MAY
7, 14, 21
1875
1094
-443
Free
JUN
4, 11, 18
2004
1094
-443
Free
JUL
2, 9, 16
1950
1094
-443
Free
AUG
27
2135
1094
-443
Free
SEP
3, 10, 17, 24
2004
1094
-443
Free
OCT
1, 8, 15
1875
1094
-443
Free
NOV
5
1785
1094
-443
Free Rates in US Dollars per pax
Under the Italian Sun 3 Rome
Pompei Vesuvio 4 Sorrento
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Sorrento Getaway from Rome Pompei, Capri and Sorrento
Duration: 3 nights/4 days - Semi-Escorted Overnights: 3 nights in Sorrento
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ITINERARY
Villa San Michele, and continues to Capri, where you will have
Tuesday Pompei and Trattoria
watching in the famous Piazzetta.
some free time to stroll around and for lunch enjoying people
Day 01
[breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
In the afternoon, transfer to Sorrento, return to the Hotel.
Your driver will meet you at your hotel in Rome for an early
Overnight in Sorrento.
morning transfer to Sorrento. With a stop en route in Pompeii where you will visit one of the most incredible historical sites in the world. The visit will be followed by lunch in a typical Trattoria
Day 03
on the Vesuvius, the Volcano overlooking Pompei and that
Day 02
Thursday Day at Leisure [breakfast, Dinner] Sorrento is an ideal location to discover the beauties of the
destroied it. You will arrive in Sorrento in the late afternoon and
region, such as the Amalfi Coast and Positano. Your
check in at the hotel.
assistant will provide you with a wide range of opportunities
Your tour host will provide information about Sorrento and your
or you may reserve your excursion in advance via your travel
activities in town before guiding you to a local restaurant in the
agent. Tonight your farewell dinner will be served in a
heart of Sorrento for dinner.
panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento.
Overnight in Sorrento.
Overnight in Sorrento.
Wednesday Capri [breakfast] After breakfast you will cruise to the Island of Capri. The visit starts in Anacapri, a small village famous for the magnificent
Day 04
Friday Departure [breakfast] Independent transfer to Naples Airport or Railway Station
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Featured Properties Sorrento Plaza****, Palazzo Guardati**** Hotel may be substituted with similar category What is included • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host* • 3 nights in Hotel**** Roma • 3 nights in hotel **** in Sorrento • 1 lunches in farm house, wine included • 2 dinners in restaurant, wine included • Walking tour of Classic Roma • Visit of Capri • Visit of Pompei, entrance fee included • Hotel and City Tax What is not included • Porterage at airport • Tips
• Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Round trip Airport/Port Transfers • Optional Excursions
maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number.
*Tour Host These tours are operated with a tour escort. Our commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants. In case the number of people travelling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be operated with a tour host. The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at every Hotel’s check-in. The tour host will escort the guest to the restaurants when the dinner is included. The tour host is available 24hrs by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Pocket Guide with information,
Cancellation Policy: 30/10 days before departure: 10% 10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100%
Notes Third bed Adult on request
$ 87 $ 59 $ 102
DEPARTURES
APRIL
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Tuesday
DBL
DUS supplement
CHD 2/12 reduction
INFANT 0/2
19, 26
735
300
68
Free
MAY
3, 10, 17, 24,31
750
300
68
Free
JUN
7, 14, 21
750
300
68
Free
JUL
5, 12, 19
795
300
68
Free
AUG
30
825
300
68
Free
SEP
6, 13, 20, 27
750
300
68
Free
OCT
4, 11, 18
750
300
68
Free
NOV
8
735
300
68
Free
Upgrade in Sorrento to Hotel La Favorita****L $ 225 per pax in double, $ 375 per pax in double single use.
$ 525 $ 525
We provide a complimentary pick up transfer from all the hotels in Rome. For the travellers who needn't this transfer, the meeting point for the departure is Grand Hotel Bernini Bristol, in Piazza Barberini in Rome.
24
MONTH
$ 102
Rates are per car with max 3 passengers
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER Transfer from Rome FCO to hotel in Rome Transfer from Rome Railway Station to hotel in Rome Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Naples railway Station Transfer from hotel in Sorrento
to Naples airport Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Rome airports Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Rome railway Station
Rates in US Dollars per pax
3 Rome
3
Pompei Vesuvio Sorrento
Sorrento Getaway from Rome
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Roman Heritage Rome, Pompei and Sorrento, where the Romans spent their vacations
Duration: 6 nights / 7 days - Semi-Escorted Overnights: 3 nights in Roma, 3 nights in Sorrento
Afternoon free to continue exploring the town on your own
ITINERARY
Day 01
Saturday Arrival Welcome to Italy!
Overnight in Rome.
Day 03
Monday Rome [breakfast] After breakfast, you will have the day available to explore the
You have passed the Passport Control and collected your
town on your own or to take an optional tour to the Vatican
luggage inside the customs area, transfer on your own to
City and Museum, the only one open on Mndays.
the hotel and ready to spend the rest of the day exploring
Overnight in Rome.
the Eternal City. Your tour host will meet you at the hotel in the evening to provide information regarding the program and literature
Day 04
Tuesday Pompei and Trattoria [breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
of the destinations that you are about to visit.
Your driver will meet you at your hotel in Rome for an early
Overnight in Rome.
morning transfer to Sorrento. With a stop en route in
Sunday Rome [breakfast]
historical sites in the world.
Pompeii where you will visit one of the most incredible
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Start the day with a morning Guided Visit of a Rome from
The visit will be followed by lunch in a typical Trattoria on
Piazza Barberini to the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona, the
the Vesuvius, the Volcano overlooking Pompei and that
Pantheon and the Spanish steps alll the way to Piazza del
destroied it.
Popolo and Piazza Colonna.
You will arrive in Sorrento in the late afternoon and check in
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at the hotel. Your tour host will provide information about Sorrento and your activities in town before guiding you to a
Day 05
Day 06
Tonight your farewell dinner will be served in a panoramic restaurant on the hills of Sorrento.
local restaurant in the heart of Sorrento for dinner.
Overnight in Sorrento.
Overnight in Sorrento.
or Railway Station.
Wednesday Capri [breakfast] After breakfast you will cruise to the Island of Capri. The visit
Day 07
Friday Departure [breakfast] Independent transfer to Naples Airport or Railway Station
starts in Anacapri, a small village famous for the magnificent Villa San Michele, and continues to Capri, where you will have some free time to stroll around and for lunch enjoying people watching in the famous Piazzetta. In the afternoon, transfer to Sorrento, return to the Hotel. Overnight in Sorrento.
Day 06
Thursday Day at Leisure [breakfast, Dinner] Sorrento is an ideal location to discover the beauties of the region, such as the Amalfi Coast and Positano. Your assistant will provide you with a wide range of opportunities or you may reserve your excursion in advance via your travel agent.
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Featured Properties Rome Quirinale****, Ludovisi****, Veneto**** Sorrento Plaza****, Palazzo Guardati****, Parco Dei Principi**** Hotel may be substituted with similar category What is included • Bus as per itinerary • Tour Escort/Host* • 3 nights in Hotel**** Rome • 3 nights in hotel **** in Sorrento• • 5 breakfasts • 2 dinners & 1 lunch with Wine, Mineral Water and Coffee • Walking tour of Classic Rome • Visit of Capri • Visit of Pompei, entrance fee included
• Hotel and City Tax What is not included • Porterage at airport • Tips • Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program • Travel Insurance • Arrival and Departure transfers • Optional Excursions *Tour Host These tours are operated with a tour escort. Our commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants. In case the number of people travelling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be operated with a tour host. The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at every Hotel’s check-in. The tour host will escort the guest to the
restaurants when the dinner is included. The tour host is available 24hrs by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Pocket Guide with information, maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number. Notes Third bed Adult on request
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE PRIVATE TRANSFER
$ 87
DEPARTURES
APRIL
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Saturday
DBL
DUS supplement
$ 102 $ 102 $ 525 $ 525
We provide a complimentary pick up transfer from all the hotels in Rome. For those that will not need a transfer, the meeting point for the departure is Grand Hotel Bernini Bristol, in Piazza Barberini in Rome.
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MONTH
$ 59
Rates are per car with max 3 passengers
Cancellation Policy: 15/10 days before departure: 10% 10/7 days before departure: 50% 7 days before: 100%
Transfer from Rome FCO to hotel in Rome Transfer from Rome Railway
Station to hotel in Rome Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Naples railway Station Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Naples airport Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Rome airports Transfer from hotel in Sorrento to Rome railway Station
CHD 2/12 reduction
INFANT 0/2
16
1295
1094
-443
Free
MAY
7, 14, 21
1380
1094
-443
Free
JUN
4, 11, 18
1380
1094
-443
Free
JUL
2, 9, 16
1350
1094
-443
Free
AUG
27
1335
1094
-443
Free
SEP
3, 10, 17, 24
1380
1094
-443
Free
OCT
1, 8, 15
1335
1094
-443
Free Rates in US Dollars per pax
Roman Heritage 3 Rome
3
Pompei Vesuvio Sorrento
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Sicilian Fantasy Discover Sicily and its Greek, Arab, Norman and Italian heritage that crated a perfect mixture of arts and flavors. Duration: 7 nights / 8 days - Escorted Ovenights: 1 night in Catania, 1 night in Ragusa 1 night in Agrigento, 2 nights in Palermo, 2 nights in Taormina
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ITINERARY
enchanting historical centre “Ibla”, with its Baroque stunning palaces and churches. You will enjoy a tasting of typical
Day 01
SATURDAY CATANIA [ Dinner]
products of the island in a nice bar in the main square while
You will arrive on your own at the hotel in Catania where you
admiring the Dome. Before enjying a typical dinner.
will receive a welcome cocktail and enjoy a good dinner.
Overnight in Ragusa.
Ovenight in Catania
Day 02
CATANIA/SIRACUSA/RAGUSA & tasting of typical
Day 03
MONDAY RAGUSA/CALTAGIRONE/PIAZZA ARMERINA/AGRIGENTO [breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
Sicilian products
After a buffet breakfast, you will depart to Caltagirone,
[breakfast, Dinner]
renowned for its production of ceramics and pottery. You will
After a buffet breakfast, you will depart to Syracuse and visit
visit a ceramics laboratory and have the opportunity of
the archaeological area including the famous Latomie of the
shopping for unique Sicilian ceramics. The tour continues to
Paradise and the Dyionisios “Ear”. A stop at the Island of
Piazza Armerina with a visit to the worldwide known Villa
Ortigia is not to be missed. You will admire the small baroque
Romana del Casale, with amazingly well preserved mosaics.
old city centre of Siracusa and visit of the Cathedral and the
Sicilian food is unique and derives from a mixture of cultures,
Arethuse fountain. Before departing to Ragusa you will have
you will enjooy a lunch in a local restaurant where we
some time for lunch on your own. In ragusa you will visit the
arranged a special menu chosen to give the opportunity to
taste local specialities. After lunch you will depart to
Erice, on the top of a hill overlooking the city of Trapani and
Agrigento and visit the Valley of the Temples including the
the Egadi Islands. A walk through its tiny and characteristic
Temple of Juno, Concord, Heracles, Zeus and Castor &
streets is an unforgettable experience. Lunch on your own.
Pollux.
After lunch we will discend to Trapani for a panoramic tour
You will spend the night in Agrigento and have the opportunity
of the salt windmills, still in use. We will then return to
to admire the temples at night from the hotel, where you will
Palermo and have dinner at a local restaurant.
also have dinner.
Overnight in Palermo
Overnight in Agrigento
Day 04
0TUESDAY AGRIGENTO/ PALERMO/ MONREALE
Day 06
THURSDAY PALERMO/CEFALÙ/NEBRODI PARK/TAORMINA [breakfast, Lunch, Dinner]
[breakfast, Dinner]
After a buffet breakfast, depart to Cefalù a former fishing
After a buffet breakfast depart to Palermo. Upon arrival you
village, now a charming coastal town. Cefalù has a beuautiful
will have time at leisure and lunch on your own. And after
city center to be enjoyed while walking down main street to
lunch the guide will meet you for a visit of Monreale : the
reach the Arab-Norman Cathedral and the medieval wash-
Cathedral, one of the most beautiful monuments of the world
house built in the rock. After Cefalù we will drive through the
with its Moorish architecture and the Benedictine Cloister in
Park of “Nebrodi” and stop at the Miraglia Forest for lunch
Arab-norman style. The tour continues with a visit to the
with a typical menu. The tour continuesto Cesarò, Randazzo
historical centre of Palermo, one of the largest of Europe,
and a visit to the Etna park from an unusual point of view -
including the Cathedral, the Palatine Chapel, the Royal
the north facing side - surrounded by beautiful landscapes.
Palace. Dinner will be served at your Hotel.
The day ends in Taormina, where dinner will be served at the
Overnight in Palermo
hotel located near historic centre of Taormina. Overnight in Taormina
Day 05
WEDNESDAY–PALERMO/SEGESTA/ERICE/TRAPANI PALERMO [breakfast, Dinner] After a buffet breakfast, we will depart to Segesta. Immersed
Day 07
FRIDAY – TAORMINA/ ETNA (OPTIONALl)/TAORMINA [breakfast, Dinner]
in a suggestive landscape, you will admire the Temple and
After a buffet breakfast, morning at leisure or for a stroll in
the Theatre. The tour continues to the medieval village of
Taormina or for an optional excursion to the Mount Etna, the
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Featured Properties Rome Catania: Una Palace Hotel or Similar **** Ragusa: Poggio del Sole Resort or Similar *** Agrigento: Dioscuri Bay Palace or Similar **** Palermo: Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa or Similar **** Taormina: Villa Diodoro or Similar **** Hotel may be substituted with similar category What is included • Welcome cocktail • 4 Dinners, 1 Lunch, 4 Breakfast • Sicilian typical products tasting (wine, chocolate, biscuits) in Ragusa Ibla (Mini tour from Catania only) • Transportation De Luxe Bus or minivan
Day 07
with driver/guide for groups with less than 15 persons • English speaking tour escort • Local guides where necessary. • Porterage at hotel. What is not included • Transfers in/out • Entrance fees at monuments • Beverages • Everything which is not clearly specified under “rate includes” Cancellation Policy • 100 % penalty for NO SHOW • 70 % penalty from 1 to 3 days before the beginning of the Tour. • 50 % penalty from 4 to 7 days before the beginning of the Tour .
• 25 % penalty from 8 to 14 days before the beginning of the Tour. Transfers Transfer from Catania Airport $ 100,00 to Catania Hotel Transfer from Palermo to Catania Hotel $ 583,00 Transfer from Palermo Airport to Catania Hotel $ 653,00 Night Supplement (22.00-07.00) For All The Above Transfers: + 20% Bank Holidays (January 1st and 6th, Sunday and Monday in Easter, April 25th, May 1st, June 2nd, August 15th, November 1st, December 8th, 25th and 26th) For All Transfers + 30% Rates for Minivan for max 8 people
highest active volcano in Europe. Weather conditions permitting, across fascinating landscape, the Excursion to the Etna will reach a height of 1800 metres, where it is possible to enjoy a fantastic panorama of the Ionic Sea.
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In the afternoon visit of Taormina, the small medieval village called "the pearl of the Ionic Sea". Enjoy time at leisure for shopping or walking through the tiny streets or visit the Roman - Greek theatre on your own. In the late afternoon return to the hotel. In the evening you will be served a farewell dinner at your hotel.
Day 08
SATURDAY – TAORMINA [breakfast] After buffet breakfast, end of the Tour
DEPARTURES MONTH APRIL
ARRIVAL DAY IN ITALY Tuesday
DBL
Single supplement
3rd pax in triple room
INFANT 0/2
9, 23
1483
366.70
1425
Free
MAY
7, 14, 28
1483
366.70
1425
Free
JUN
4, 18
1483
366.70
1425
Free
JUL
2, 16
1483
366.70
1425
Free
SEP
3, 10, 17, 24
1483
366.70
1425
Free
OCT
1, 8, 15, 22
1483
366.70
1425
Free
Rates in US Dollars per pax - Entrance Fees are not included
Sicilian Fantasy Palermo 2
1 Taormina 1 Catania
1 Agrigento
1
Ragusa
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art Cities and landscapes of Italy Rome, Assisi, Tuscany, Florence, Venice See as much as you can in 8 days and enjoy beautiful landscapes of Tuscany Duration: 7 nights/8 days - Escorted Overnight: 3 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Florence 2 nights in Venice
ITINERARY
Day 03
FLORENCE [breakfast, dinner] After breakfast you will spend the day exploring Florence. A town with Etruscan-Roman origins, that flourished in the
Day 01
ROME
middle ages as a free commune and was further refined by
Welcome to Rome! After a meet & greet at the airport, you
the Renaissance. You will be amazed by the magnificent
will be transferred to your hotel. And have the rest of the
dome built by Filippo Brunelleschi and the bell tower (partly
day at leisure.
designed by Giotto) and the baptistery, with its bronze doors
Overnight in Rome
that Michelangelo dubbed the “gates of paradise”. In the heart of the city, you will see the Piazza della Signoria,
Day 02
ROME, ASSISI, SIENA, FLORENCE
Palazzo della Signoria and Santa Croce Basilica. You will then
[breakfast, dinner]
have the afternoon free to stroll the cobblestone streets of
You will depart early in the morning by deluxe coach heading
Florence or take a short trip to Pisa (optional).
to Assisi, where you will have free time to explore the small
Dinner and overnight in Florence.
town of San Francis, surrounded by walls built in the middle ages. You will then meet the guide to visit the basilica of ST. FRANCIS, and the masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. After the visit you will have free time for lunch on your own. 34
Day 04
FLORENCE, BOLOGNA, PADOVA, VENICE [breakfast, dinner] After breakfast you will depart to Bologna, the “red” town, a
After lunch you will board the bus and reach Siena, a medieval
name given after the color of its buildings. Here you will
town surrounded by ancient walls and worldwide famous for
wander through the city’s 38 kilometers worth of elegant
its Palio, an annual summertime horse race around the shell-
arcades (or porticos), and the beautiful Piazza del Nettuno and
shaped town square of Piazza del Campo. Next, you will
Piazza Maggiore, the Palazzo Podestà along with the Basilica
continue on to Florence, where you will check in at your hotel
of San Petronio. You will then depart to Venice and make a
before enjoying dinner and a well-earned night of rest.
short stop in Padova to see its beautiful Sant’Antonio Basilica.
Overnight in Florence
Dinner and overnight in Venice
Day 05
VENICE [breakfast, dinner]
have the afternoon free to get to know Montepulciano at your
Enjoy an outstanding cruise through the lagoon of Venice on
own pace and tasting the local wines.
board a private water bus heading to Murano, famous for its
You will arrive in Rome in the evening.
ancient art of glass blowing. After visiting Murano you will
Overnight in Rome
head to St. Mark’s Square and admire the exterior of the Dome. You will visit the splendid cathedral , the Doge's palace,and the legendary Bridge of Sights.
Day 07
You will have the afternoon free to roam along Venice’s canals
ROME [breakfast, dinner] You will depart from the hotel after breakfast for an early morning walking tour of Rome. You'll visit St. Peter’s Square,
and then return to the hotel for dinner.
Navona Square, the Pantheon (visit inside), and the Trevi
Overnight in Venice
fountain. You will then be free to explore the rest of the city at
VENICE, MONTEPULCIANO (TUSCANY), ROME
walking!
[breakfast, dinner]
Overnight in Rome
your own pace until you decide that you can’t do any more
Day 06
Depart from Piazzale Roma after brakfast. You will reach Rome driving through Tuscany, passing in the Val di Chiana and stopping in Montepulciano, a medieval town rich with history and art and known for its “nobile” wine. Here you will
Day 08
ROME After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport. Arrivederci!
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• Multilingual tour-escort • Accommodation in 4 star or 3 star hotels • Meals as per itinerary • Panoramic visits as per itinerary What Is Not Included • Tip/ port age service • Drinks • Entrance fees to monuments or museums, • Extras • Everything that is not mentioned as included
What is included • Transfer to and from rome airport • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
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DEPARTURES 1ST CAT
Single supplement
2ND CAT
Single supplement
INFANT 0/6
MARCH 13 – 27
2090
760
1504
656
Free
AUGUST 05, 07, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
2380
785
1580
676
Free
APRIL 03, 10, 17, 24
2300
785
1630
676
Free
MAY 01, 06, 08, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
2300
785
1630
676
Free
JUNE 03, 05, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26
2300
785
1630
676
Free
JULY 01, 03, 08, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31
2300
785
1630
676
Free
SEPT 02, 04, 09, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25 30
2300
785
1630
676
Free
OCT 02, 07, 09, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
2300
785
1630
676
Free
Rates in US Dollars per pax - Entrance Fees are not included
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2
Florence
Assisi
3 Rome
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Duration: 7 nights / 8 days - Escorted Overnights: 2 nights in Florence , 1 night in Venice 1 night in Milan, 1 night in Como, 1 night in Brescia, 1 night in Verona
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ITINERARY
beautiful Florence, where Michelangelo, and Italian art
ROME, ASSISI, SIENA, FLORENCE
but flourished in the middle ages as a free commune and
reached its pinnacle. Florence has Etruscan-Roman origins
Day 01
[breakfast, dinner]
was further refined by the Renaissance. You will be amazed
You will depart early in the morning by deluxe coach
by the magnificent dome built by Filippo Brunelleschi, the
heading to Assisi, where you will have some free time to
bell tower (partly designed by Giotto) and the baptistery,
explore the town of San Francis , surrounded by walls built
with its bronze doors that Michelangelo dubbed the “gates
in the middle ages. You will then meet the guide to visit the
of paradise.” In the heart of the city you will see the Piazza
basilica of St. Francis and the masterpieces by Giotto and
della Signoria, Palazzo della Signoria and Santa Croce
Cimabue. After the visit you will have free time for lunch on
Basilica. You will have the afternoon free to stroll the
your own. After lunch you will board the bus and reach
cobblestone streets of Florence or take a short trip to Pisa
Siena, a medieval town surrounded by ancient walls and
(optional).
worldwide famous for its Palio, an annual summertime
Overnight in Florence
horse race around the shell-shaped town square of Piazza del Campo. Next, you will continue on to Florence, where you will check in at your hotel before enjoying dinner and a well-earned night of rest. Overnight in Florence
Day 03
DAY FLORENCE, BOLOGNA, PADOVA, VENICE [breakfast, dinner] After breakfast you will depart to Bologna where you will wander through the city’s 38 kilometers worth of elegant arcades (or porticos), and the beautiful Piazza del Nettuno
Day 02
FLORENCE [breakfast, dinner]
and Piazza Maggiore, the Palazzo Podestà and the Basilica
After breakfast, you will spend the day venturing around
of San Petronio.
You will then depart to Venice and make a short a stop in Padova to see the original Sant’Antonio Basilica.
Day 06
COMO, BELLAGIO, VARENNA, BERGAMO, BRESCIA [breakfast]
Overnight in Venice
After breakfast at your hotel you will take a short visit of
VENICE, MILAN* [breakfast]
mountains , Lake Como, and wild Alpine valleys as well as
Como, a small town with amazing natural views of
Day 04
After breakfast at your hotel you will depart to Milan where
the industrialized Brianzola hill, downtown Como, and the
you will have the day to explore the city before checking in
small houses in the village. The “y-shaped” lake has three
at your hotel for some rest.
branches intersecting at Bellagio, that you will visit via boat.
Overnight in Milan
You will have some time to spend strolling this picturesque village with its small streets, luxury hotels, villas, and gardens, and to stop for lunch in one of the many cafés in
Day 05
MILAN, STRESA, LUGANO, COMO [breakfast]
town (not included). After lunch you will cruise back to
You will depart in the morning to Lake Maggiore, one of the
Varenna, where you will have a panoramic tour before
largest lakes in Italy, framed by soft hills and high mountain
moving on to Bergamo, a truly historic and artistic jewel
peaks of Piedmont and Lombardy. The area has temperate,
characterized by its division of urban structure: the “lower
mild Winters and breezy, comfortable Summers creating a
town” (città bassa) is modern and dynamic, while the
perfect environment for a variety of unique flowers and plants
famous “upper town” (città alta) houses the city’s medieval
typical of a sub-tropical climate. You will reach Stresa, a quaint
history. After a short walking tour of the city center, you will
town on the shores of Lake Maggiore, across the Borromean
depart to Brescia.
Islands, and board a boat for Pescatori Island. This small
Overnight in Brescia.
island will charm you with its simple houses, narrow lanes, stone portals, and attractive underpasses. You will then continue on to Bella Island to visit the Borromeo Palace and its magnificent gardens before returning to Stresa, where you
BRESCIA, SIRMIONE, RIVA DEL GARDA, VERONA
Day 07
[breakfast] Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, is the next destination.
will have free time to explore the village and have lunch (not
After breakfast at your hotel, you will have a panoramic tour
included). After lunch you will take a panoramic tour of Lake
of the lake’s west coast, and its splendid natural scenery:
Maggiore and reach Lugano in the Italian-speaking frontier of
brilliant colors, the Dolomites of Brenta, and the gentle
Switzerland. With its rich with shops and art galleries, this city
slopes of the morainic hills. Thanks to the Mediterranean
is an ideal place to purchase luxury goods. In the early evening,
climate the area enjoys it is rich in vegetation, including
you will depart towards Como.
lemon trees, oleanders, magnolias, and bouganville. You
Overnight in Como
will then move on to Sirmione, for an amazing cruise of
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What is included • Transportation by deluxe motorcoach • Multilingual tour-escort • Accommodation in 4 star or 3 star hotels • Meals as per itinerary • Panoramic visits as per itinerary What Is Not Included • Tip/ port age service • Drinks • Entrance fees to monuments or museums, • Extras • Everything that is not mentioned as included
Lake Garda and its surroundings while enjoying views of
Milan, where your tour will come to an end.
the Sirmione Cape, the castle. After the cruise you will have free time for lunch before departing for Riva del Garda and
*Venice to Milan, up to five people will be transferred by
Verona.
train.
Overnight in Verona 40 VERONA, MILAN [breakfast]
Day 08
Verona, worldwide famous for Shakespeare's “Juliet and Romeo”, is a work of art in itself, is a fascinating crossroad of historical periods and cultures, a blend of nordic and mediterranean influences that is both ancient and modern. A walk through its narrow streets will allow you to get in touch with Verona’s varied and fascinating past: traces of its splendid roman origins, its medieval structures, its magnificent renaissance palaces, as well as the impressive fortifications protecting it. After lunch you will depart for
DEPARTURES Departures MARCH AUGUST
14
DBL/TPL
Single
INFANT 0/2
3464
4298
Free
01,15,19
3650
4508
Free
APRIL
11, 25
3680
4540
Free
MAY
09,23
3680
4540
Free
JUNE
06,20
3680
4540
Free
JULY
04,18
3680
4540
Free
SEPTEMBER
12, 26
3680
4540
Free
OCTOBER
10, 24
3680
4540
Free Rates in US Dollars per pax
1 Como Milan
1
Verona 1 Venice 1 1 Brescia
2
Florence
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