Europe – Venice, Florence and Rome

 Itinerary

Day 1- Venice – Arrive in Venice airport where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure. Welcome dinner and overnight. (D)

Day 2 – Venice – – Today begins with a sightseeing tour of Venice. Start your walking tour in St. Mark’s Square, visit St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, and view the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. Also, visit a glass blowing factory where you will see the demonstration of a traditional Venetian glass blowing. The balance of the day is at leisure. Enjoy Venice at your own pace, shop or join an optional gondola ride. (B)

Day 3 – Florence – Drive to Ferrara, a renaissance gem in the Emilia-Romagna region standing on the banks of the Po River. An orientation tour with your Tour Director. Continue to Pisa to view the famous Piazza del Miracoli with its Leaning Tower, the Baptistery and Duomo. End your day in Florence with dinner. (B, D)

Day 4 – Florence – Today’s morning city tour begins at the majestic Piazza del Duomo to see the Cathedral crowned by Brunelleschi’s Dome, the Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery with Ghiberti’s bronze “Gate of Paradise”. Then, visit the Academy of Fine Arts, where Michelangelo’s David is displayed. Tour ends at the Piazzale Michelangelo with the most spectacular view over Florence. The remainder of the day is at leisure to independently savor the renaissance splendor of the Tuscan capital. (B)

Day 5 – Rome – Traveling towards Rome through the stunning panorama of Tuscany, and afterward, travel through Umbria to Assisi for a walking tour of the main square and a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis. Continue to Rome for dinner and overnight. (B, D)

Day 6 – Rome – A full day sightseeing tour shows you all the highlights of the Eternal city. Visit the Vatican Museums with Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Then continue on to visit the Colosseum, ancient Palatine Hill overlooking the Circus Maximus and the Imperial Palace, and the Roman Forum. Overnight. (B, L)

Day 7 – Rome – Today you have a full day free in spectacular Rome. Your tour director will have suggestions on how to spend your time. You might want to visit some of the wonderful shops, galleries and museums, or relax in a sidewalk cafe – there are plenty of things to do and see, depending on your interests. Tonight, a farewell dinner with your fellow travelers will provide a perfect way to celebrate your glimpse of Italy. (B, D)

Day 8 -Rome – Morning transfer to Rome airport. Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (B)

• Inclusions
  • Round trip air accommodations from the US
  • First-class hotels, rooms with private facilities
  • Service charges and hotel taxes
  • Venice: Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Basilica
  • Florence: Michelangelo’s David
  • Assisi: Basilica of St. Francis
  • Rome: Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel, Forum and Coliseum
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners including a welcome dinner in Venice & a farewell dinner in Rome
  • Private deluxe motor coach with air-conditioning, extra legroom, and emergency washroom
  • Professional English speaking Tour Director throughout
  • Airport transfers
  • Sightseeing with local guides: Venice, Pisa, Florence, Rome
  • Headsets will be provided for included sightseeing tours, so you can easily hear your guide’s commentary

   

  Exclusions

  • Insurance
  • Tips to maid, bellman and guide
  • Personal items
  • Anything not mentioned above

   

  Best time to visit:  April, June, July and August are a little humid but also nice to visit at this time.

  Cost:  Call for pricing

Best time to visit:  April, June, July and August are a little humid but also nice to visit at this time.

Cost:  Call for pricing