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Splendours of Italy 2009
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Highlights

  • Rome
  • Sorrento
  • San Marino
  • Venice
  • Verona
  • Lugano
  • Pisa
  • Florence
  • Siena

    Splendours of Italy 2009 Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Rome: Sightseeing highlights St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican plus views of the Forum and Colosseum.
  • Sorrento: Visit this popular resort.
  • Assisi: Orientation tour includes St. Francis' Basilica.
  • Venice: See the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge's Palace. Visit a traditional glass-blowing factory.
  • Verona: See the Roman Arena and Juliet's balcony.
  • Lugano: Visit this magnificent lakeside resort.
  • Pisa: View the famous Leaning Tower.
  • Florence: Sightseeing includes Signoria Square, Santa Croce Basilica and Baptistery.
  • Siena: Visit the Piazza del Campo.

    Dining Highlights

  • 12 buffet breakfasts
  • 8 three-course dinners

    Travel Highlights

  • Accommodation in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges, local taxes, baggage handling and hotel tips are included.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats.
  • Services throughout the tour of a professional multi-lingual Tour Director.
  • Specialised local guide in Rome and Florence.
  • Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers are provided on Days 2 and 14 conditions apply.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

    Airport Transfers

  • London Gateways: A Trafalgar bonus - transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your Costsaver tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important - Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.

  • Important note:
    This tour visits Switzerland for a short period. Visas may be required for this tour. Please speak with your travel agent at time of booking to assess your specific requirements.

    • Call (850) 385-3366 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8598233
    Tour OperatorTrafalgar Tours
    OfferOffer valid through 11/30/2009
    Duration
    14 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    Itinerary
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USA Depart USA
    : Overnight flight to Rome.
    Day 2Rome Arrive Rome (2 nights)
    : Greetings from Trafalgar and a warm welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. After check-in at your hotel, you will have time to relax and unwind before meeting with your Tour Director in the afternoon. This evening why not take a stroll around this fascinating city and admire the fountains found in every square and on many corners of the city streets.

    Hotel: Aran Park
    Day 3Rome Rome sightseeing & at leisure.
    : We have an included sightseeing tour with a local guide this morning who introduces us to this ancient city. The highlight of the tour is the visit to the awe-inspiring St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. Then we cross the Tiber River to enjoy views of the Forum and the iconic Colosseum, the scene of gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome. Later we have time at leisure to explore the city further or maybe to take an optional excursion to see the catacombs, the underground burial places of the early Christians, or maybe to drive out of Rome to visit the splendid Tivoli Gardens with their unique and ornate fountains. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 4Bay of Naples Rome - Bay of Naples (2 nights)
    : Today we head past the Abbey of Monte Cassino to the Bay of Naples for two relaxing nights. This afternoon, you have the opportunity to take an optional excursion to enjoy a guided tour of the remarkable excavations of Pompeii, the town literally petrified by th e eruption of the volcano, Vesuvius, in AD 79? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Stabia
    Day 5Bay of Naples Sorrento Excursion
    : This morning we drive to the nearby resort of Sorrento to visit an inlaid wood workshop. Then free time to shop on the Piazza Tasso before maybe taking an optional excursion to the enchanting Isle of Capri. This former summer home of Roman emperors is alive with colour and character. This evening we return to our hotel for dinner. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 6Assisi Bay of Naples - Assisi
    : Today we drive north to Umbria and the mystic city of St. Francis, Assisi, which lies on the slopes of Mount Subasio. On arrival an orientation tour includes St. Francis Basilica, renowned for its fresco paintings. Dinner is at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Frate Sole
    Day 7Venice Assisi - Venice (Monastier) (2 nights)
    : This morning we enjoy a scenic drive through the Apennine Mountains and descend to the flat venetian plain. From here we continue on to the magical floating city of Venice. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Park Hotel Villa Fiorita
    Day 8Venice Venice orientation & at leisure
    : Savour the sights and sounds of this serene city as we take our canal cruise by vaporetto to St. Mark's Square with views of the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace and the Basilica of St. Mark. We will watch a demonstration of Murano glass-blowing before time at leisure or maybe take a trip out into the lagoon for a seafood lunch on the Island of Burano? 9Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 9Italian Lakes Venice (Monastier) - Italian Lakes (2 nights)
    : This morning's drive takes us inland to Shakespeare's Verona. Here we stop to admire the Roman Arena and see Juliet's balcony. Finally we travel via Milan to the Italian Lake District where we spend the next two nights. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Continental
    Day 10Lugano Excursion Lugano Excursion
    : After breakfast we head out on an excursion into Switzerland and the pretty resort of Lugano. There's time here to perhaps stroll along the lakeside promenades, pedalo on the lake and enjoy the wonderful mountain air, before we return to our hotel. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 11Florence Italian Lakes - Florence (2 nights)
    : We cross the Apennine Mountains coming to Genoa, Columbus' birthplace. From here we make our way to Pisa where we see the famous Leaning Tower in the Square of Miracles. Then on to our hotel in Florence. Later you may wish to enjoy a wonderful dinner in the Chianti hills - barbecue style! (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Relais Certosa
    Day 12Florence Florence sightseeing and at leisure
    : Florence was one of the liveliest and most creative cities in Europe, so today's visitor can see some of the world's greatest works of art and most magnificent buildings here. We enjoy a sightseeing tour on foot this morning to see the marble cathedral, Signoria Square, Santa Croce Basilica and the baptistery. Afterwards there's time to discover the artistic works of Donatello or Michelangelo, and shop for quality leather and gold. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 13Rome Florence - Siena - Rome
    : This morning we drive to nearby Siena, through the Chianti-wine producing area of Tuscany. Orientation of this medieval city famous for its Palio Horse Race, reveals its rich artistic heritage. Then we make our way back to Rome for our final night - don't forget to throw a coin into the Trevi fountain to ensure that you will return one day! B(Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: Rouge et Noir
    Day 14Rome - USA Rome - USA
    : This morning there are transfers to the airport, conditions apply. 9Buffet breakfast)
    Dates/Pricing
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    DateDescriptionPrice FromQuote
    December 24, 2009Land Price$2,050.00 (USD)Quote
    December 31, 2009Land Price$2,050.00 (USD)Quote
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