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Day 1
ARRIVE ROME (3 nights)
Welcome to Rome, the eternal city! On arrival time to relax or take a walk around this fascinating city before meeting up with your fellow travelling companions and Tour Director this evening for a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: Grand Hotel Palatino (F)
Day 2
ROME SIGHTSEEING
Michelangelo spent many years painting the ceiling and the 'Last Judgement' but you will have a little less time to admire it on your included visit of the Sistine Chapel inside the Vatican Museums! Your guided tour will continue with a visit of St. Peter's Basilica before crossing the River Tiber to ancient Rome where you overlook the Forum and then have an included interior visit of the mighty Colosseum. Finally see the Circus Maximus where Ben Hur style chariot racing took place, before time at leisure to explore the city further or to sit at a pavement cafe on the Via Veneto and watch the world go by.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 3
ROME AT LEISURE
A full day at leisure to enjoy the many attractions this beguiling city has to offer. Utilise your included 'hop-on hop-off' sightseeing ticket or maybe take a full day excursion to see the renowned excavations at Pompeii, close to the Bay of Naples. This evening, why not throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return one day to the Eternal City!
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day 4
ROME - ASSISI - FLORENCE (3 nights)
After breakfast leave the city and drive northward into the Apennine hills to the mystical town of Assisi built on the slopes of Mount Subasio. Enjoy a guided visit of the town including St. Francis' Basilica with its enchanting Giotto frescoes, also pass by the Church of Santa Maria degli Angeli, which stands on the site where St. Francis died. Then head north to Florence where your Tour Director will tell you the Renaissance history of this beautiful city.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Boscolo Astoria (SF)
Day 5
FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING
The medieval past of this culturally rich city is revealed to you on your guided walking tour. See the Piazza Signoria - the political centre of the 15th century city - with its impressive sculptures and imposing palazzos; the multi-coloured marble Duomo and famous Baptistery with the bronze doors designed by the Renaissance artist Ghiberti. Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce where so many of the great men of Italy are buried. Finally enjoy a guided visit of the Academy of Fine Arts, where Michelangelo's statue of David will be the main focus. This evening why not enjoy some delicious Tuscan cuisine in one of the country restaurants just outside the city?
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 6
FLORENCE - EXCURSION TO PISA
A short drive along the Arno Valley will bring you to the one-time maritime city of Pisa. Although famous for its Leaning Tower, Pisa has a lot more to offer. A beautifully sculpted marble Cathedral, the delicate lacework of its Baptistery as well as a cemetery which is said to contain soil brought from Calvary in the Holy Land. You have time to explore these sights in the aptly named Square of Miracles. Later time to shop for high quality leather goods or 18 carat gold jewellery in Florence. This evening enjoy a delicious 'Be My Guest' dinner in an authentic Tuscan restaurant.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)
Day 7
FLORENCE - BOLOGNA - VENICE (3 nights)
Cross the Apennines and enter the gastronomic heart of the country in Emilia Romagna, where you stop in the provincial capital of Bologna. Famed for its various sausages and salamis, Bologna is also home to one of the oldest universities in Europe. It is a charming city of arcades and more leaning towers - two of which are known as 'the kissing towers' as they lean towards each other as if in an embrace! These sights and more will be included on your tour with the local expert guide. Then across the plains of the Veneto to Venice - a city built to defend itself from Barbarians attacking from the north, and constructed on wooden piles in the Venetian Lagoon. There is no other city like it - it is sure to put a spell on you! This evening there would be no better introduction to this enchanting place than a gondola ride along the picturesque canals. Dinner is included at your hotel.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Boscolo Bellini (F)
Day 8
VENICE - CANAL CRUISE AND ORIENTATION
$name the sights and sounds of this Byzantine city as you cruise across to St. Mark's Square by private launch. See the Bridge of Sighs, Palladian Churches, Customs House, Grand Canal, St Mark's Basilica and Campanile as well as the Doge's Palace on your orientation of the city. A stroll across St. Mark's Square will bring you to one of the oldest glass-blowing workshops on the islands to witness how this ancient craft is performed. Then you are free to visit the Fine Arts Academy or to spend some time at one of the cafes on St. Mark's Square - the most elegant drawing room in Europe. You could also consider a lagoon cruise to the Island of Burano for a delicious seafood lunch!
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 9
SECRET VENICE WALKING TOUR AND VISIT TO THE MARKET
Today enjoy informative commentary from your local guide as you cruise along the Grand Canal to the Rialto Bridge. Cross the Rialto and visit the colourful fish market which has existed for centuries. A walking tour takes you through the 'calle' seeing sites such as the house of Marco Polo and other unusual as well as beautiful architectural works of art. The balance of the day is at leisure to visit one of the many museums or art galleries. This evening get together with your fellow travellers and celebrate the last night of your tour at a Farewell Dinner in a local restaurant.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)
Day 10
DEPART - VENICE
This morning it is time to wish Italy and your new found friends ‘arrivederci’ as your tour comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)
What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights - Rome Guided visits of the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. See the Roman Forum. Included 'hop-on hop-off' sightseeing ticket.
- Assisi Guided visit of St. Francis’ Basilica. Visit the Church of St. Mary of the Angels.
- Florence Guided walking tour of the city. Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce to see the tombs of Italy’s great men. Guided visit of the Academy of Fine Arts including Michelangelo’s David.
- Pisa See the Leaning Tower.
- Bologna Guided tour including ‘the kissing towers’.
- Venice Canal cruise by private launch. Guided walking tour of ‘Secret Venice’ to the Rialto Bridge and famous fish market. See St. Mark's Square, the Byzantine Basilica, Doge’s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a Murano glass-blowing workshop.
Dining Highlights - Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Rome.
- 9 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 2 three-course dinners with local wine.
- ‘Be My Guest’ dinner with wine in Tuscany.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Venice.
First Class Travel Highlights - First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and on board washroom.
- The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
- A qualified local city guide in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Bologna and Venice.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
- Airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 10.
OPTIONAL TOUR EXTRA :
IN FLORENCE
LUNCH OR DINNER WINE MUSIC IN THE TUSCAN HILLS
Take a scenic drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to a delightful regional restaurant set among the pines and cypress trees. Here a feast of gastronomic specialities awaits, accompanied by song and music. Code: FLOT03
Adult Price: 57 EURO
VISIT TO SAN GIMIGNANO
We drive to the nearby hilltop town of San Gimignano, the ‘medieval Manhattan’ of Tuscany. Surrounded by fields of sunflowers, vineyards and olive groves, this is Italy’s best preserved medieval city and will give you an excellent idea of daily life in Italy during the Middle Ages. Code: FLOT09
Adult Price: 31 EURO
FLORENTINE DINNER WITH ENTERTAINMENT
Sample the flavours of medieval Florence, during an evening of good food and music at a distinctive historic venue. (Subject to availability). Code: FLOT12
Adult Price: 66 EURO
IN ROME
ROMAN EVENING WITH DINNER
A light hearted evening in Rome. We will relax and enjoy a typical Italian meal (drinks included), while live musicians entertain us. To complete our evening, we will drive along the Via Veneto, a location made famous by the film 'La Dolce Vita' and see how the Romans enjoy their city. A wonderful end to our day. Code: ROMT04
Adult Price: 57 EURO
POMPEII NAPLES
We drive to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, excavated after being buried under the ash and pumice from the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD. We have a guided tour of this Roman city preserved for over 2000 years. Later, we have a panoramic tour of Naples, before returning to Rome, passing the abbey of Monte Cassino. Code: ROMT15
Adult Price: 95 EURO
ANCIENT CHRISTIAN ROME
Explore Rome’s past. Visit the Catacombs where the early Christians assembled to escape persecution and which were used as underground cemeteries. Then to the famous Basilica of St Pauls outside the walls, where the Apostle is buried. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system. Code: ROMT20
Adult Price: 34 EURO
INTRODUCTION TO ROME BY NIGHT
A superb drive through Rome, seeing some of the most impressive sights that this city has to offer. Afterwards we will stroll to beautiful Piazza Navona with its fountains, trattorias and outside cafes, followed by a visit to Piazza Venezia to see the Capitoline Hill and Mussolini's headquarters during WWII (Palazzo Venezia) Code: ROMT40
Adult Price: 32 EURO
IN VENICE
LAGOON CRUISE WITH LUNCH OR DINNER
A half day off the beaten track! We are taken by private boat to the nearby islands in the lagoon of Venice. See the island of Murano and the Hermitage of San Francesco del Deserto. Lunch or dinner is taken at the island of the ‘fisherman’ - Burano - a photographer’s paradise. Drinks are also included. Code: VCET02
Adult Price: 65 EURO
VENEZIA THE SHOW WHICH TELLS THE STORY OF VENICE
In the heart of historical Venice, this astonishing show is the perfect way to discover the history and culture of Venice in air-conditioned comfort. Immerse yourselves in the story of Venice as live performers combine with spectacular moving projections on the ceiling and walls around you, bringing to life the fascinating history and the amusing events of this city’s glorious, and often scandalous past. An experience you will never forget! Included in the visit is the theatre's exhibition of Commedia dell'Arte Masks, meeting the cast, and a welcome with Venice's signature drink, the Bellini Cocktail or if you prefer, a coffee, chocolate or other light beverage. Code: VCET13
Adult Price: 39 EURO
VENETIAN MAGIC
An unforgettable introduction to this unique and magical city. We cruise along the Grand Canal by private water taxi, admiring the magnificent and elegant palazzos. We see the Rialto Bridge and then reach 'the most beautiful outdoor drawing room in the world' - St Mark's Square. Later, during your Gondola Ride, you will glide along the picturesque smaller canals, sipping Italian champagne while musicians and singers entertain. Code: VCET87
Adult Price: 65 EURO
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
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