CostSaver 2012: Italian Scene 2012
Tour Type: Italy and Combinations Regionals
Brochure Type: CostSaver 2012
The effortless beauty of Italy is both natural and man-made. The legacy of the Romans and the Renaissance thrives in cities like Rome, Florence and Venice, but in between these cities are the gorgeous Bay of Naples, the towering Apennines, picture-perfect Italian Lakes and endless rolling vineyards.
Sightseeing Highlights
Brochure Type: CostSaver 2012
The effortless beauty of Italy is both natural and man-made. The legacy of the Romans and the Renaissance thrives in cities like Rome, Florence and Venice, but in between these cities are the gorgeous Bay of Naples, the towering Apennines, picture-perfect Italian Lakes and endless rolling vineyards.
Sightseeing Highlights
- Rome Sightseeing tour includes a visit to St. Peter's Basilica plus views of the Forum and Colosseum.
- Monte Cassino Views of the monastery high on the hill.
- Sorrento Visit this popular resort.
- Assisi Orientation of this beautiful town dedicated to St. Francis.
- Venice Cruise by private boat to St. Mark's Square. Visit a traditional glass-blowing workshop.
- Verona View Juliet's Balcony.
- Italian Lakes Visit Lake Como.
- Italian Riviera Drive this scenic route.
- Pisa Visit the Square of Miracles to view the Leaning Tower.
- Florence Sightseeing includes the cathedral and Signoria Square. Stunning views from Piazzale Michelangelo.
- 9 buffet breakfasts.
- 4 three-course dinners.
- Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
- Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
- Services throughout the trip of a professional multi-lingual Travel Director.
- Qualified Local Guide in Rome and Florence.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.
Call (800) 424-7515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10564500
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2012
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to Rome. |
| Day 2 | Rome | ARRIVE ROME (2 NIGHTS): Welcome to Rome! After check-in, relax and unwind. Later meet with your Travel Director and fellow travellers. This evening, consider a stroll around this fascinating ancient city and mingle with the locals in beautiful squares with stunning architecture! Aran Park (First Class) |
| Day 3 | Rome | ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: Don't miss the opportunity to join an optional excursion to the famous Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums. Later, your expert Local Guide takes you on a sightseeing tour starting with a visit to the Vatican City and the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica to view Michelangelo's statue, the Pieta. Cross the Tiber in ancient Rome and view the Forum and the mighty Colosseum. Afterwards, during free time, consider a trip to the catacombs and the medieval city walls or the Pantheon and Piazza Navona. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 4 | Bay of Naples | ROME - SORRENTO - BAY OF NAPLES: Today head south to the Bay of Naples. Drive to the nearby resort of Sorrento to visit an inlaid wood workshop. Then consider an optional excursion to the enchanting Isle of Capri. Later enjoy dinner at the hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Grand Hotel Moon Valley (First Class) |
| Day 5 | Assisi | BAY OF NAPLES - ASSISI: Perhaps join an optional guided walking tour of Pompeii, which lay undiscovered beneath a layer of ash for centuries after Mount Vesuvius erupted in AD 79. Afterwards, leave the Bay of Naples and continue on passing by Monte Cassino, the scene of fierce fighting during the Second World War. Continue north to the mystical town of Assisi, built on the fertile slopes of Mount Subasio in Umbria. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Il Castello (First Class) |
| Day 6 | Venice | ASSISI - VENICE (2 NIGHTS): Your morning orientation tour of Assisi reveals a town that has changed little since the time of St. Francis, who was born here in 1182. There is time to visit the great Basilica and see the Saint's tomb. Later see the Basilica of St. Mary of the Angels, built on the site where St. Francis died in 1226. Your journey continues north across the dramatic Apennine Mountains to the magical, romantic city of Venice. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Il Burchiello (Oriago) (First Class) |
| Day 7 | Venice | VENICE ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME: Your day starts with a cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in the heart of Venice. Admire the Bridge of Sighs, the ornate Doge's Palace and the Byzantine Basilica of St. Mark. Visit a glass-blowing workshop for a demonstration of this ancient craft, which originated on the Island of Murano. Spend free time afterwards exploring this fascinating city or perhaps take a trip out across the lagoon to the Island of Burano for a relaxing seafood lunch. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 8 | VItalian Lakes | VENICE - VERONA - ITALIAN LAKES: Head west across the plains of the Veneto to Verona, the home of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers. View the vast Roman Arena, where concerts are still held regularly each year, and walk to view Juliet's balcony. Continue north to the Italian lake district to visit Lake Como, a favoured summer retreat of the rich and famous, before arriving at your hotel where you dine tonight. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Just Hotel Lomazzo Fiera (First Class) |
| Day 9 | Florence | ITALIAN LAKES - PISA - FLORENCE: Journey south and cross the Apennines en route to the coast, past the historic port of Genoa. Follow the coastline, with marvellous views of the marble quarries at Carrara, whose marble has been used since the time of ancient Rome, and is still sought after today. In Pisa, explore the Square of Miracles, featuring the Leaning Tower, Cathedral and Baptistery. There is time to shop for souvenirs and take pictures! Arrive later in Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. (Buffet Breakfast) First Calenzano (First Class) |
| Day 10 | Rome | FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING - ROME: There are few cities in the world with an artistic legacy to equal that of Florence. Your expert Local Guide gives a superb commentary of the city's history during your walking tour, which includes the Baptistery, Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the impressive Giotto's Bell Tower, and Piazza Signoria. Experience a demonstration of fine leatherwork with time to explore on your own. Shop for high quality leather and 18-carat gold jewellery, for which Florence is renowned and don't forget to try the ice cream! This evening in Rome you might like to celebrate the end of your holiday in style! (Buffet Breakfast) Aran Park (First Class) |
| Day 11 | USA | ROME - USA: This morning, say 'arrivederci' to Italy, your Travel Director and newfound friends at the end of an unforgettable holiday. Transfers available to Rome Fiumicino Airport. Conditions apply. (Buffet Breakfast) |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
