Grand Italian Experience Summer 2019

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Journey from the Italian Lakes to the Amalfi Coast and trulli limestone houses of Alberobello, with all the highlights in Venice, Florence and Rome, and some Trafalgar surprises in between

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • VIP ADMISSION to the Vatican Museums
    • CITY TOUR in Rome, Alberobello, Capri, Pompeii, Assisi, Genoa and Florence
    • ORIENTATION of Venice
    • VISIT St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel and the Colosseum in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii and the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi
    • CRUISE to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
    • VIEW the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence

What's this trip about?

    Journey from the Italian Lakes to the Amalfi Coast and trulli limestone houses of Alberobello, with all the highlights in Venice, Florence and Rome, and some Trafalgar surprises in between

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeOperator does not provide
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityRome
End CityRome

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • Local Immersion & Homestays

Destinations

Attractions

  • Assisi
  • Florence
  • Rome
  • Sorrento
  • Venice

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Rome (2 Nights)

Blaze a trail through la bella Italia - your epic journey begins in Rome, once the powerful capital of the world and yours to explore before meeting your travel companions and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and orientation drive introducing you to some of the city's iconic and unexpected highlights.

Day 2: Rome Sightseeing and Free Time

Follow in the footsteps of the pilgrims who for centuries have flocked to the Vatican City. Visit St. Peter's Basilica, one of the holiest sites in Christendom, joining a Local Specialist for an included sightseeing tour. See Michelangelo's magnificent Pietà, hewn fro...

Day 3: Rome – Alberobello Region (2 Nights)

We journey east through the Campania Mountains and the orange and olive groves of Puglia near the Adriatic coast, our home for the next two nights. This evening, we enjoy a delicious local dinner at our hotel.

Day 4: Alberobello Region Sightseeing and Free Time

The conical limestone houses of Alberobello take centre stage during our guided tour with a Local Specialist. Here, we'll see the UNESCO-listed collection of almost 1,500 trulli dating back to the 14th���century. Enjoy a leisurely afternoon on your own. Consider an Op...

Day 5: Alberobello Region – Sorrento (2 Nights)

The fresh aroma of lemons is your constant companion in the stunning coastal town of Sorrento, your home for the next two nights. View the bustling Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia before spending the rest of the day on your own. Kick back and sip delicious Limoncello di...

Day 6: Isle of Capri Excursion

Cruise the deep blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea to the beautiful Isle of Capri. Enjoy a guided tour of Capri Town, watching the beautiful people sip their cappuccino in the glamorous Piazzetta.

Day 7: Sorrento – Pompeii – Assisi

Explore the tragic history of the ancient lost city of Pompeii with a Local Specialist. Gain a deeper understanding of what life was like in this Roman settlement that lay buried for centuries after Mount Vesuvius erupted. Continue your journey through the rolling gre...

Day 8: Assisi – Verona – Venice (Murano) (2 Nights)

Celebrate the epic tale of Romeo and Juliet during this morning's visit to the fair city of Verona where you will view Juliet's Balcony and the Roman Arena built in the 1st century. We venture to the Adriatic coast this afternoon bound for Venice where we will spend two nights.

Day 9: Venice Orientation and Free Time

'Dive Into culture' this morning and witness the delicate craft of Venetian glassblowing that spans centuries. Glide by private launch along bustling waterways to view the Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica before spending free time exploring the c...

Day 10: Venice (Murano) – Trento

This morning, we traverse pastoral Veneto plains to the sophisticated town of Trento surrounded by the Dolomites. Once located within the Austrian Empire, the town exudes both classical Italian elegance and cultural influences from the north, which you can enjoy at on...

Day 11: Trento – Milan – Italian Lakes

Continue west through Italy's stunning Lakes District to the sophisticated powerhouse of Milan. You'll have some free time to explore on your own after an orientation of the city's iconic sights. See the exquisite Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the Galleria, o...

Day 12: Italian Lakes – Genoa – Viareggio (2 Nights)

Journey to Genoa where a Local Specialist will show us this city's majestic architecture. Continue to seaside resort of Viareggio where we will dine at our hotel.

Day 13: Viareggio Free Day

Indulge in a full free day to soak up the laidback atmosphere. Stroll along the waterfront or consider joining an Optional Experience to Porto Venere and the Bay of Poets where you'll embark on an encounter with the cliffside villages of Cinque Terre.

Day 14: Viareggio – Pisa – Florence (2 Nights)

Travelling south through the unforgettable scenery of Tuscany, we arrive in Pisa to view its famous Leaning Tower before continuing to the Renaissance city of Florence. This afternoon is yours at leisure to wander through the grand squares and labyrinthine lanes of Fl...

Day 15: Florence Sightseeing and Free Time

Join a Local Specialist this morning to view the city's finest masterpieces - the magnificent Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower and the 13th-century Santa Croce Basilica, the final resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. Later, learn about the quality and wor...

Day 16: Florence – Rome – Vatican Experience

Journey through the sprawling vineyards of Chianti, past the hill-towns of Umbria before arriving in Rome. This evening we 'Dive Into Culture' at an exclusive Farewell dining experience in the Museo Gregoriano Profano, with its centuries of Roman and Ancient Greek scu...

Day 17: Depart Rome

Our epic encounter with Italy has sadly come to an end. We say arrivederci  to Rome and our newfound friends at the end of our Grand Italian Experience. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.

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Price From $4,495
Price per day$264
Last Updated: 9/6/2019

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Carol

Nov 2017

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Italian Holiday

Wanted more time in Florence. Good coverage in Rome of the Vatican and the ruins. Verona could have been skipped inorder to have an overnight in Florence. Venice ...

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Christine

Oct 2017

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Southern Italy and Sicily

We loved every stop! Next time we will take a longer tour!

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Ralph

Oct 2017

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Southern Italy and Sicily

optional excursions were OK. the prices of the excursions were extremely high for group rates. I would not recommend the excursions to others. There was too little ...

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Mario

Oct 2017

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Italian Holiday

Great senery trip, bus ride , et.

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Lorraine

Oct 2017

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Southern Italy and Sicily

Did not like the location of hotel on the three night stay for Taramia. Too far from town.

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  • Marriott Park
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Meals Included
  • 16 hot buffet breakfasts
  • 8 dinners
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Additional Information
  • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • An expert Travel Director and a professional Driver
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • VIP entry to many sights
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