Great Italian Cities 2010

The greatest cities in Italy will have you experiencing a country rich in history, art and food specialties. Venice's mystery, Florence's art history and Rome's rich culture are fully enjoyed as you also pick up on the Italian lifestyle!

Highlights

  • Rome
  • Assisi
  • Florence
  • Pisa
  • Bologna
  • Venice

    Whats Included

    Sightseeing Highlights

  • Rome: Guided visit of the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel, Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. See the Roman Forum.
  • Assisi: Guided visit of St. Francis' Basilica. Visit the Church of St. Mary of the Angels.
  • Florence: Walking tour of the city. Visit the Basilica of Santa Croce and 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, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a Murano glass-blowing workshop.

    Dining Highlights

  • 9 hot buffet breakfasts
  • 2 three-course dinners
  • 'Be My Guest' speciality dinner with wine in Florence
  • Farewell Dinner with wine in Venice 13 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

    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.
  • Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach.
  • Trafalgar's top professional Tour Director.
  • A qualified local city guide in Rome, Assisi, Florence, Bologna and Venice.
  • A stylish wallet, tour documents and a Welcome on Tour book.
  • Airport transfers are provided on Day 2 and Day 11, conditions apply.

    • Details

    Tour Operator
    Trafalgar Tours
    Offer
    Offer valid through 12/31/2009
    Duration
    11 Days
    Escorted
    Escorted - Yes
    DayDestinationDescription
    Day 1Depart USA Depart USA :
    Overnight flight to Rome.
    Day 2Rome Arrive Rome (3 nights) :
    Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! After check-in, there is time to relax before meeting your Tour Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Drink tonight.

    Hotel: Una Hotel
    Day 3Rome Rome sightseeing :
    We visit the Vatican Museums and admire Michelangelo's ceiling in the Sistine Chapel, before visiting St. Peter's Basilica. Later we overlook the Forum and visit the mighty Colosseum. Then time at leisure. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
    Day 4Rome Rome at leisure :
    A full day to relax or explore this fascinating city or to take a full day excursion to see the renowned excavations at Pompeii. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 5Florence Rome - Assisi - Florence (3 nights) :
    We drive north to mystical Assisi where we enjoy a guided visit of the town including St. Francis Basilica. Later we continue to Florence where a Hidden Treasure is revealed to us all as we start to explore this beautiful city. (Buffet breakfast)

    Hotel: NH Anglo American
    Day 6Florence Florence sightseeing :
    Our walking tour includes the marble Duomo, baptistery and the Piazza Signoria. Later we visit Santa Croce church and the Academy of Fine Arts to see Michelangelo's original iconic statue of David. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 7Florence Florence - Excursion to Pisa :
    A short drive brings us to the former maritime city of Pisa. Here we see not only the remarkable Leaning Tower but also the sculpted marble cathedral and baptistery. Tonight we enjoy dinner in a typical Tuscan restaurant with beautiful views across the landscape. (Buffet breakfast / Be My Guest dinner)
    Day 8Venice Florence - Bologna - Venice (3 nights) :
    We cross the Apennines and stop in the gastronomic city of Bologna, where we enjoy a guided tour. Later, we cross the wide River Po en route to the magical city of Venice. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: Principe / Amadeus
    Day 9Venice Venice - Canal Cruise and orientation :
    Our private cruise takes us to St. Mark's Square where we see the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's. We visit a glass-blowing workshop before time at leisure. (Buffet breakfast)
    Day 10Venice Secret Venice walking tour & visit to the market :
    We cruise along the Grand Canal to Rialto Bridge where our guided walking tour begins
    with a visit to the colorful fish market, before exploring many hidden parts of this
    fascinating city. Later we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with wine. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell dinner)
    Day 11Return USA Venice - USA :
    This morning wish Italy "arrivederci" as we transfer you to Marco Polo airport for your flight home. (Buffet breakfast)
    Dates/Pricing

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    DatePrice / DescriptionQuote
    April 15, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    April 22, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    April 29, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    May 06, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    May 13, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    May 20, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    May 27, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    June 03, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    June 10, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    June 17, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    June 24, 2010$2,725.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 01, 2010$2,650.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 08, 2010$2,650.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 15, 2010$2,565.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 22, 2010$2,565.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    July 29, 2010$2,565.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 05, 2010$2,565.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 12, 2010$2,565.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 19, 2010$2,565.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    August 26, 2010$2,675.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 02, 2010$2,825.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 09, 2010$2,825.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 16, 2010$2,825.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 23, 2010$2,825.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    September 30, 2010$2,825.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 07, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 14, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 21, 2010$2,799.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
    October 28, 2010$2,635.00* (USD) / Land PriceQuote
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