Picture Perfect Italy - 2022
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- Venice: Discover Venice with a Local Expert. The construction of this fascinating city started in the 5th century, after the fall of the Roman Empire. Also known as “The City of Canals”, Venice is one of Italy’s most picturesque and intriguing destinations, with a beautiful surprise around every corner.
- Como: Enjoy a kaleidoscope of colour in every season in the gardens of Villa Carlotta, perfect for pictures. An intriguing, elegant museum features masterpieces from Canova, Hayez and Thorvaldsen amongst other artists.
- Cinque Terre: Led by your Local Expert, visit this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site, tucked away on the mountainous Italian Riviera coastline. Explore one of the five charming fishing villages for some memorable pictures.
- Florence: The Uffizi Gallery is one of the most important Italian museums houses a priceless collection paintings and sculptures, with a particular focus on the Italian Renaissance period. Walk amongst works from great artists including Michelangelo, Botticelli and Raphael.
- Orvieto: Explore this large 14th century roman catholic cathedral, and discover an architectural jewel with amazing mosaics and an intricate, unforgettable façade.
- Capri: Known as a wonderland for the eccentric, rich and famous, the Isle of Capri also offers fabulous hiking, incredibly scenery and many historic sites to explore. Enjoy rugged landscapes, sublime sea views, and shopping!
- Rome: Discover the history, the construction and the legends of the iconic Colosseum as you stroll around the exterior of this amazing structure.
- San Gimignano: Visit an estate in the heart of Tuscany to taste the finest produce of wine and olive oil. Enjoy a cooking lesson, where you prepare Tuscan meal, from antipasto to dessert. Afterwards, you get to eat what you have prepared for lunch, along with a glass of the famous wine, Salute!
- Dining Summary: 7 Dinner with Wine (DW), 17 Breakfast (B), and 1 Lunch with Wine (LW)
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Welcome to Venice. On arrival complimentary airport transfers are provided to your hotel, at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.30, and the rest of the day is yours at leisure. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travel companions for a delicious Welcome Dinner in a local restaurant.
Discover this fabled city with a Local Expert. Standing in the iconic Piazza San Marco, admire the grand Basilica and Doge’s Palace. See the Grand Canal and learn about the history and culture of “La Serenissima”. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Perhaps experience a romantic gondola ride or get a bird’s eye view of Venice from one of the bell towers.
Journey through the distinctive Dolomite Mountains, where rugged peaks take the form of towers, belfries or domes and visit the chic ski resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Enjoy a full day at leisure. Perhaps ascend to the summit of one of the nearby peaks by cable car?
Head for magnificent Milan to see the impressive cathedral, the Duomo di Milano, its façade resplendent with pinnacles and spires. Then travel on to the enchanting Italian Lake District, where you will spend three nights by the water in beautiful Baveno.
Take to the waters of Lake Maggiore for a delightful cruise to the beautiful Borromean Islands. Visit Isola Bella renowned for its incredible palace and stunning Botanical Gardens.
Discover Bellagio – the pearl of Lake Como! Enjoy glorious water views and explore the narrow cobblestone alleyways, filled with luxurious boutiques. Visit the romantic gardens of Villa Carlotta. Built at the end of the 17th century, this botanic haven is famous for i...
Leave the Italian Lake District and travel down the sunny, color-splashed Ligurian coast, better known as the Italian Riviera! Here, visit the exclusive fishing village of Portofino, the epitome of La Dolce Vita. Admire the gaily colored houses, browse the trendy bout...
Explore the quaint fishing villages that hug the cliff-face with a Local Expert. This idyllic spot is perfect for taking photographs and making memories. Enjoy some free time to soak up the atmosphere before returning to your hotel.
Enjoy a relaxed start this morning with time to further explore Rapallo. In the afternoon continue to San Gimignano, and to your charming hotel, nestled in the wine growing region.
Get your cameras ready for a scenic drive through the beautiful rolling countryside of Tuscany, past olive groves, old farmhouses, medieval towns, and rows of vineyards. Visit an estate in the heart of Tuscany to taste the finest wine and olive oil, before your cookin...
Join a Local Expert in Florence and enjoy an animated commentary as you the walk from the burial place of Michelangelo at the Basilica of Santa Croce, to the Uffizi Gallery. Later, admire Signoria Square adorned with statues and fountains, and visit the Pitti Palace. Here you can take a moment to relax on the exquisite Boboli Garden terrace.
Drive to picturesque Orvieto, perched a cliff overlooking endless vineyards. Savor the distinctly medieval ambiance during your walking tour with a Local Expert, and admire the richly decorated façade of the cathedral in Piazza del Duomo. This evening, take in the flavors of the region over a delicious dinner with a glass of Orvieto Classico wine.
Drive south to the ancient city of Pompeii, preserved by the eruptions of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79. Walk with a Local Expert through the cobbled streets to explore the shops, villas, and temples. Continue to the artist's paradise of Positano on the breathtaking Amalf...
Admire magnificent scenery at every turn as you travel along the Amalfi Coast to board your ferry to Capri – the “Isle of Dreams”. Arriving at the Marina Grande, take the funicular railway down to Capri Town. Browse the elegant shops before taking the spectacular Corn...
Drive to the UNESCO listed gardens of Cardinal d’Este. In the 16th century, the cardinal diverted the River Aniene to feed hundreds of fountains for his fantasy garden which still function perfectly today! The day concludes with an arrival into The Eternal City of Rome.
Today, join a Local Expert and discover the full glory of ancient Rome. See the incredible Circus Maximus, get up close and personal with the beautifully preserved Arch of Constantine and walk on the ancient pavement. Learn about the history, the construction and the ...
Bid farewell to the glories of Italy. Departure transfers arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 07:00 and 09:30.
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Insight Vacations Reviews & Ratings
Judy
Nov 2022
Picture Perfect Italy
This is a lovely trip. Optional dinners expensive and most just ok. A couple of hotels were beautiful, one in particular was disgraceful. The rest so-so. Definit...
Andrew Williamson
Oct 2022
Picture Perfect Italy
Well planned trip which covered a great deal of Italy and the places we wished to visit.
George and Lilian Payne
Oct 2022
Picture Perfect Italy
To visit the many places of interest involved many hours in the bus...
Raymond Green
Oct 2022
Picture Perfect Italy
Great guide and driver food was wonderful
William Sirocky
Oct 2022
Picture Perfect Italy
With the exception of Milan all destinations were amazing and informative. Traveling from Venice to the Dolomites and onward provided and excellent overview of Italy...
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