Assisi and its San Francis Basilicas and convent
10 Days/9 nights – Sunday departures
Sorrento, Avellino, Bari, Selva di Fasano, Castellana, Alberobello, Metaponto, Sila National Park, Cosenza, Tropea, Milan, Bologna, Republic of San Marino, Perugia, Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Venice, Verona, Lake Como, Milan
ITINERARY
Day 1 Sunday MILAN – BOLOGNA – SAN MARINO
Meet our Tour Guide at your hotel. Departure to San Marino via BOLOGNA, one of Italy’s most important art cities. Visit this fascinating medieval town with its charming squares, Piazza Maggiore and Piazza del Nettuno. Proceed to SAN MARINO, the world’s smallest and oldest independent Republic, founded in the year 301, as a Christian sanctuary. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2 Monday SAN MARINO – PERUGIA – ROME
Buffet breakfast. Departure to PERUGIA, the charming university town. Visit the impressive Cathedral and the Palazzo dei Priori. Proceed to ROME. Overnight. (Dinner NOT included)
Day 3 Tuesday ROME
Buffet breakfast. Buffet breakfast. In the morning guided sightseeing of the Eternal Rome: Republic Square – Spanish Steps (visit) – Trevi Fountain (visit) – Piazza Colonna – Pantheon (visit) – Piazza Navona (visit) Tour ends in S.Peter’s Square – Visit of the Basilica on your own (NO TOUR LEADER DURING THE STAY IN ROME). Afternoon at leisure. Overnight. (Dinner NOT included).
Day 4 Wednesday ROME
Buffet breakfast. Day at leisure for shopping or private sightseeing. Possible optional tours: Imperial Rome Piazza Venezia – the Capitol Square (visit) – panoramic view of the Roman Forum and Palatine (visit) – The Roman Forums (Visit) Arch of Constantine – Colosseum (Visit) – San Pietro in Vincoli (visit) Overnight (Dinner NOT included).
Day 5 Thursday ROME – NAPLES – POMPEII – SORRENTO
Early morning departure from Rome for NAPLES, where a short visit of the town is featured. Then on to POMPEII, the famous Roman city destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Lunch in a local restaurant, and afterwards, visit of the excavations. ( Approximately 2 hours ). Proceed on to SORRENTO. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 Friday SORRENTO – CAPRI – ROME
Continental breakfast . Departure to CAPRI by steamer. Weather and sea conditions permitting, visit the Blue Grotto. Return to Marina Grande and then transfer to Anacapri. Lunch in a typical restaurant followed by a visit of Augustus� Gardens with a view of the Faraglioni. Return to Rome, at approx. 9.30PM.
Day 7 Saturday ROME – ASSISI – SIENA – FLORENCE
Early morning, departure for ASSISI, the mystic town of Saint Francis still surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the Basilica of Saint Francis with its early Renaissance masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Proceed on to SIENA, the beautiful medieval city renown for the Palio. Then on to FLORENCE. Dinner and overnight.
Day 8 Sunday FLORENCE
Buffet breakfast. Sightseeing tour of the cradle of the Renaissance. Panoramic visit of the beautiful Piazza del Duomo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John, the Academy of Fine Arts Gallery housing the “David” by Michelangelo, and Santa Croce, the 13th century Franciscan church with Cimabue’s famous crucifix. Rest of the day at leisure for optional sightseeing or shopping. Dinner and overnight.
Day 9 Monday FLORENCE – PADUA – VENICE
Buffet breakfast. Departure to PADUA, where you will visit the famous Cathedral of St. Anthony, guarded by Donatello’s “Gattamelata”. Continue on to VENICE, and upon arrival enjoy a walking tour of this unique city. You will see the Square and Basilica of St. Mark with the Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the Prisons. Dinner and overnight.
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PACKAGE INCLUDES:
* 10 nights accommodations at 4-star hotels, downtown location
* Breakfast daily
* 6 dinners
* Sightseeing excursions as described in the itinerary
* Ground transportation by deluxe motor coach
* Local guides and entrance fees for the excursions
* Tour manager throughout the tour
* Service charges and taxes
HOTELS FOR THIS TOUR:
San Marino: Hotel Titano or similar
Rome: Hotel Diana or similar
Como: Grand Hotel Como or similar
Venice: Hotel Principe or Hotel Amedeus or similar
Florence: Hotel Adriatico or similar
HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS TOUR:
Milan: See the Duomo, world’s largest Cathedral
Bologna: Discover Piazza Maggiore – artistic treasures
San Marino: Visit the world’s smallest independent state
Perugia: Admire its imposing PALAZZO DEI PRIORI
Rome: Enjoy the monuments of the ETERNAL CITY
Assisi: The Basilica of St. Francis and its Renaissance frescoes
Siena: View its famous shell-shaped PIAZZA DEL CAMPO
Florence: Visit the Accademia Gallery, home of Michelangelo’s David
Venice: View St. Mark’s Square with its monuments and the Bridge of Sighs
NOT INCLUDED IN THE ABOVE PACKAGES:
wine with meals, drinks, personal expenses, excess baggage charges, entrance fees (if not otherwise indicated) when required, or anything not specifically indicated in the “package includes” section.
Prices above indicated are based on tariffs and exchange rate at time of printing and are subject to change without notice, availability and confirmation.
Gabriele’s Travels to Italy is not responsible for typing mistakes.
We reserve the right to cancel any tour due to lack of participants or for circumstances beyond our control. In this case, a full refund of all payments will be made. Prices listed are based on tariffs and exchange rates at the time of printing and are subject to change without notice.
2010 DEPARTURE CALENDAR:
Every Thursday from March 20 through October 30. Please note, this tour departs from Milan only.
OUR HOTELS:
* In Sorrento G.H. Vesuvio, G.H. Bristol or similar
* In Amalfi La Bussola or G.H. Excelsior
PACKAGE PRICE: €1690, per person, based on double occupancy. Single room €1998; Triple room €1587.
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Tour booking code AL-P17This tour can be combined with other tours or private arrangements.
