9 Day Four Star Venice, Florence & Rome by Rail 2017 Itinerary

Gondola Serenade 3:30 PM Enjoy one of the highlights of any Italian holiday! Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride with music along the famous Grand Canal, and experience a piece of Venetian history. Glide along the centuries old canals, past lavish palaces and under famous arched bridges (the Gondola holds a maximum of six passengers. Please note that this is not a private gondola ride. Gondolas may depart in groups, with one singer offered per group). Departs at 3:30 pm. Pick-up 15 minutes prior to departure time from Santa Maria del Giglio gondola pier. Drop-off at Santa Maria del Giglio gondola pier. Approximate tour duration is 30 minutes. OnDay : 3 Price : $44 Gondola Serenade 3:30 PM Enjoy one of the highlights of any Italian holiday! Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride with music along the famous Grand Canal, and experience a piece of Venetian history. Glide along the centuries old canals, past lavish palaces and under famous arched bridges (the Gondola holds a maximum of six passengers. Please note that this is not a private gondola ride. Gondolas may depart in groups, with one singer offered per group). Departs at 3:30 pm. Pick-up 15 minutes prior to departure time from Santa Maria del Giglio gondola pier. Drop-off at Santa Maria del Giglio gondola pier. Approximate tour duration is 30 minutes. OnDay : 3 Price : $44 Accademia Gallery 11:30 AM Don't miss out on meeting one of the most famous and eclectic artists in the world: Michelangelo. Your personal guide will reveal the secrets of the Accademia Gallery and the creation of Michelangelo's world renowned masterpieces, such as the original version of David, I Prigioni and San Matteo. This is a must and will be a discovery for anyone interested in Michelangelo. It really is a once-in-the-life experience to stand in front of David. Departs at 11:30 am from in front of the main entrance to the Accademia Gallery. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. Approximate tour duration is 1 hour. OnDay : 5 Price : $39 Accademia Gallery 11:30 AM Don't miss out on meeting one of the most famous and eclectic artists in the world: Michelangelo. Your personal guide will reveal the secrets of the Accademia Gallery and the creation of Michelangelo's world renowned masterpieces, such as the original version of David, I Prigioni and San Matteo. This is a must and will be a discovery for anyone interested in Michelangelo. It really is a once-in-the-life experience to stand in front of David. Departs at 11:30 am from in front of the main entrance to the Accademia Gallery. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. Approximate tour duration is 1 hour. OnDay : 5 Price : $39 Ancient Rome 1:45 PM Take a tour of Ancient Rome's major sights and skip the long lines for the Archaeological Area with a professional guide. Gain special access to the Colosseum, the giant amphitheater used for gladiator fights and public spectacles, and the largest building of its kind ever built in the Roman Empire. Admire the Arch of Constantine, walk along the pavement of the original Roman grid, which crosses the ruins of the Roman Forum. Departs from outside the Colosseo Metro stop next to the Newspaper Stand. Please arrive 15 minutes prior. Tour ends in the Archaeological area. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. Important: Due to security restrictions no backpacks, large bags, electric devices, or knives are allowed inside of the sights. OnDay : 7 Price : $45 Street Food Tour in the Heart of Rome 10:30 AM Smell and taste the real flavors of Rome with a roman guide, in a small group. Venture through the heart of the Baroque city, along characteristic streets built on the ancient ruins. Here the sacred and the profane mix, soul and spirit are continuously nourished by the five senses. You’ll experience and understand Rome through its culinary heritage, sampling local specialties with your roman food-expert. A legacy of history and food, a joy for the soul... and the mouth! Departs at 10:30 am from the fountain of the Four Rivers in the middle of Piazza Navona. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. Approximate tour duration is 3 hours. *Please note this tour features a considerable amount walking on sometimes uneven surfaces, passengers with mobility issues, including wheelchairs or strollers, should consider this when booking. It is highly recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes. OnDay : 8 Price : $59 Ancient Rome 1:45 PM Take a tour of Ancient Rome's major sights and skip the long lines for the Archaeological Area with a professional guide. Gain special access to the Colosseum, the giant amphitheater used for gladiator fights and public spectacles, and the largest building of its kind ever built in the Roman Empire. Admire the Arch of Constantine, walk along the pavement of the original Roman grid, which crosses the ruins of the Roman Forum. Departs from outside the Colosseo Metro stop next to the Newspaper Stand. Please arrive 15 minutes prior. Tour ends in the Archaeological area. Approximate tour duration is 2.5 hours. Important: Due to security restrictions no backpacks, large bags, electric devices, or knives are allowed inside of the sights. OnDay : 8 Price : $45

Additional Information: Your standard rail tickets will be based on a set schedule and may not be altered. Exact times will be provided closer to your departure date. Upgraded tickets are not available.