Best of Italy

ARRIVE ROME Destination Title

Rome/Italy, Italy

Ciao Roma! Explore this imperial city of emperors and senators, gods and goddesses, before joining your companions and Travel Director later for a Welcome Reception. Your introduction to the Eternal City is an evening orientation drive to view some of the sights which await tomorrow.

Dinner

Cicerone/Una

ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Rome/Italy, Italy

The Holy See takes center stage today as you join a 'Local Specialist' for an included sightseeing tour in the Vatican Museums. 'Dive Into Culture' and admire the Bramante staircase, created for Pope Julius II in the early 16th century, and Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. View the marble masterpiece of the Pietà, housed in St. Peter's Basilica.

Cross the Tiber into Ancient Rome. Visit the famous Colosseum and see Circus Maximus, once the site of celebrated chariot races. This afternoon, enjoy free time to explore Rome. Indulge in an espresso in the Piazza Navona or clamber up the Spanish Steps.

Breakfast

Cicerone/Una

ROME - POMPEII - SORRENTO Destination Title

Pompei, Italy

Journey south to the well-preserved ruins of Pompeii. Here join a 'Local Specialist' who will share details of the devastation caused by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius as you wander through the ancient paved roads of a city that was frozen in time.

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Sorrento/Italy, Italy

Later, arrive at your hotel in the clifftop village of Sorrento where you'll dine tonight.

Breakfast, Dinner

Johanna Park/Grand Parco del Sole

ISLE OF CAPRI EXCURSION Destination Title

Capri, Italy

Cross the Bay of Naples today by ferry to the glamorous Isle of Capri to visit some of its landmark sights. Wander past the chic boutiques and pavement cafés in Capri town with a 'Local Specialist' before taking your time to soak up the sophistication of this lovely island. Later, you'll return to the mainland.

Breakfast

Johanna Park/Grand Parco del Sole

SORRENTO - ASSISI Destination Title

Sorrento/Italy, Italy

See the Benedictine Abbey of Cassino, which featured as the site of the Battle of Monte Cassino in 1944, before heading north to the slopes of Mount Subasio.

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Assisi, Italy

Arrive in the mystical town of Assisi, the birthplace of St. Francis, under whose protection this medieval city is said to remain. Join your 'Local Specialist' on a walking tour to the Basilica of St. Francis, which you will have an opportunity to visit before some free time to explore this fascinating hilltop town. You'll stay at one of Trafalgar's 'Stays With Stories' in a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery.

Breakfast, Dinner

Cenacolo

ASSISI - VERONA - VENICE Destination Title

Verona, Italy

Travel through the glorious countryside of the Emilia Romagna region. This area is also renowned for its gastronomy and is credited with the origin of tortellini, mortadella and parmesan cheese. Travel to Verona, the home of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, to admire the Roman arena and Juliet's Balcony.

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Venice/Italy, Italy

Arrive later in Venice, the 'Queen of the Adriatic', where we'll enjoy a Regional Dinner.

Breakfast, Dinner

Biasutti Lido/Viktoria Palace Lido

VENICE ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Venice/Italy, Italy

Cruise your way through Venice by private launch to soak up the sights and sounds of what was once one of the world's greatest ports. 'Dive Into Culture' on Giudecca Island, where talented tradesmen share their centuries-old glassmaking traditions.

Make your way past the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge's Palace to St. Mark's Square where you will view the impressive square and Basilica. Search for a cozy bacaro and indulge in some tasty Venetian treats.

Breakfast

Biasutti Lido/Viktoria Palace Lido

VENICE - MILAN - LAKE MAGGIORE Destination Title

Milan, Italy

Cross the lush green plains of Lombardy to sophisticated Milan, Italy's capital of design and fashion. An orientation tour takes you past the intricate Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the famous Galleria. Later arrive at Lake Maggiore where you'll enjoy dinner served tonight at your hotel.

Breakfast, Dinner

Simplon/Grand Dino

LAKE COMO EXCURSION Destination Title

Lake Como, Italy

The glistening blue waters of Lake Como welcome you today. Enjoy some free time to explore the lakeside lifestyle and beautiful scenery which has enchanted visitors for centuries. Spend this morning exploring Como's historical quarter, indulge in the area's delicious gelato, take the funicular for spectacular views of the lake or consider a cruise on the lake.

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Lake Maggiore, Italy

This evening venture by private boat to a secluded island on Lake Maggiore where we’ll Connect With Locals over dinner at a Be My Guest experience. Join Signor Telli for colorful stories of pirates and princes and a delicious local fare in this family-run restaurant.

Breakfast, Dinner

Simplon/Grand Dino

LAKE MAGGIORE - PISA - FLORENCE Destination Title

Pisa, Italy

Tuscany lures you across the forested Apennine Mountains, past the marble quarries of Carrara to the famous city of Pisa and its Square of Miracles where you will enjoy an opportunity to view the Leaning Tower. Your next stop is Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance.

Breakfast

Grand Mediterraneo

FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME Destination Title

Florence/Italy, Italy

Delve into the extravagant legacy of the Medici family, whose legacy of art and architecture are explored in the company of a 'Local Specialist'. The elegant Duomo dominates the skyline as you visit Piazza della Signoria with its exquisite statues and palazzi.

Enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Florence and 675-year-old Ponte Vecchio from Piazzale Michelangelo. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold.

Breakfast

Grand Mediterraneo

FLORENCE - SAN GIMIGNANO - ROME Destination Title

San Gimignano, Italy

This morning stop at the Florence American Cemetery and Memorial. Continuing south, visit the charming Tuscan hill-town of San Gimignano, within whose city walls, one finds extraordinary examples of medieval architecture and history. Venture to the centre of town to view its Piazza del Duomo, surrounded by medieval towers and stroll along the town's 13th-century city walls.

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Rome/Italy, Italy

This evening in Rome enjoy a Farewell Dinner spent in the company of newfound friends and your Travel Director.

Breakfast, Dinner

Shangri-La Hotel

DEPART ROME Destination Title

Rome/Italy, Italy

Your discovery of the best of Italy has sadly come to an end and it's time to say ciao, grazie. Transfers are available to Rome Fiumicino Airport. Conditions apply.

Breakfast

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