GEMS OF ITALY

DAY 1 - ARRIVE IN ROME

On arrival in Rome, check into your hotel for an overnight stay and set off to start exploring. Perhaps enjoy an ice-cold gelato on the Spanish steps and simply watch Roman life go by. Admire the breath-taking collection of ancient art, sculptures and statues at museums or why not take a trip to the enchanting Vatican?

DAY 2 - ROME TO LAKE COMO

After breakfast this morning, board the train for your journey to Como on a fast Trenitalia train. On arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy a threenight stay. Once settled in, set out to discover the town of Como, bursting with ancient churches, historic monuments, verdant gardens, and of course, tasty cuisine.

DAY 3 - LAKE COMO

The town of Como is one that combines beautiful historic architecture with stunning natural beauty. The Centro Storico, old town, is a maze of picturesque little streets, squares and pavement cafés. Wander around the shops and boutiques or visit one of the many cultural monuments the city has to offer.

DAY 4 - LAKE COMO

After breakfast this morning, continue to discover Como on your two hour private walking tour. Here you will see the Duomo the cathedral of

Como, which is the last Gothic cathedral of Italy. The San Fedele Church, the Roman city walls and towers, Teatro Sociale and Ex Casa del Fascio.

DAY 5 - LAKE COMO TO SESTRI LEVANTE

Take Trenitalia today from Como to Milan, then on to Sestri Levante. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a three-night stay and begin discovering this hidden gem on the Ligurian Coast.

DAY 6 - SESTRI LEVANTE

Spend the day discovering beautiful Sestri Levante with your Cinque Terre card which allows you access to the local train, buses and trekking paths. Explore the walkable old town with many elegant shops and terrific seafood restaurants. Relax on the large sandy beach at the Bay of Silence or follow the path leading from the old town to Punta Manara for amazing panoramic views of the shoreline from Levanto to Portofino.

DAY 7 - SESTRI LEVANTE

Continue enjoying Sestri Levante today. Perhaps take a cruise across the Gulf of Tigulio to the nearby towns of San Fruttuoso and Portofino. Discover the incredible history and scenery in San Fruttuoso, including the ancient Benedictine Monastery that straddles the beach. In Portofino, enjoy a meal at one of the harborside restaurants or wander along the historic fishing village’s tiny streets to discover numerous hidden gems, including art galleries and jewelry shops.

11 Days

VACATION INCLUDES:

• Rail travel throughout as specified in the itinerary

• 1 night hotel stay with breakfast in Rome

• 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Como

• 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Sestri Levante

• 3 nights’ hotel stay with breakfast in Sorrento

• Private Walking Tour Como

• Cinque Terre Rail and Trekking Card

• Capri and Blue Grotto day tour from Sorrento

FEATURED ACCOMMODATION

Rome - Hotel Atlantico

Como - Hotel Britannia Excelsior

Sestri Levante - Hotel Vis a Vis

Sorrento - Antiche Mura

Hotels are subject to availability. Alternatives may be used.

DAY 8 - SESTRI LEVANTE TO SORRENTO

After breakfast this morning, check out of your hotel and board the train to Rome, where you will change trains to Naples. Once in Naples, take the private railway line down to Sorrento. You can also travel by boat from Naples to Sorrento during the summer months. On arrival in Sorrento, check in at your hotel for a three-night stay.

DAY 9 - SORRENTO

Today set sail for the idyllic Italian island of Capri home to celebrities, designer boutiques and delicious ice cream cafés on a full-day tour, including round-trip jetfoil transfers from Sorrento. Travel around the island by minibus, taking in the views along the famous Mamma Mia Road. Stop to browse the handicraft stores of Anacapri, stroll the Augustus Gardens and soak up the atmosphere in buzzing La Piazzetta. Top it off with a visit to the Blue Grotto and a funicular ride to Marina Grande.

DAY 10 - SORRENTO

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning and then perhaps take a boat to the glamorous island of Capri - home to celebrities, designer boutiques and delicious ice cream cafés - just 30 minutes from Sorrento’s harbor.

DAY 11 - DEPART SORRENTO

After breakfast this morning, take the train back to Naples and continue with your onward travel.