| ITALIAN EXPERIENCE 2006 |
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| 10
Days From us$ 1575 |
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| LOW
SEASON: NOVEMBER - MARCH 2006 |
Tour Code: WIEXC
Touring:
Milan, Stresa, Verona, Venice, Florence, Siena, San
Gimignano, Pisa
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Day 1
Depart USA Overnight flight to
Milan.
Day 2
Arrive Milan You are met at
Milan's Malpensa Airport and transferred to your hotel. Time to
relax before an orientation tour features the Gothic Duomo, 'La
Scala' Opera house and the famous Galleria. This evening, meet your
Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.
Hotel: Quark
Centro Congress
Day 3
Milan - Verona (3 nights)
This morning we drive to the beauty of the Italian Lakes. First
we head to Lake Maggiore,pausing in elegant Stresa, opposite the
romantic Borromean islands. Then we cruise across the lake towards
Verbania and drive to Lake Como pusing in Como town. From here we
continue to the home of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers - Verona,
for our three night stay. Before dinner at our hotel, an orientation
tour shows us the Roman Arena and Juliet's balcony, as well as the
gardens of Piazza Bra and the markets at Piazza delle Erbe. (Buffet
Breakfast/Dinner)
Hotel: Leopardi
Day 4
Verona -
Venice Excursion This morning we make our way to the unique
floating islands and palazzos of Venice. On arrival we board our
private motor launch, which takes us to St. Mark's Square, Doges'
Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Then we pause by the Byzantine
basilica of St. Mark en route to a Murano glass-blowing factory to
witness Venice's most ancient craft. Later, enjoy time at leisure to
explore - or to visit some of the other islands and feast on fresh
seafood. Before we return to Verona - why not experience the romance
of a gondola ride? (Buffet Breakfast/Dinner)
Day
5
Verona - Lake Garda Excursion Today we enjoy a scenic drive
as we travel through the vineyards of the Veneto, to Lake Garda's
pretty shores. We arrive in Sirmione where we admire the Scaliger's
castle, framed by the snow-capped mountain peaks of the nearby Alps.
Then there's free time at leisure before returning to Verona, for
dinner and overnight. (Buffet Breakfast/Dinner)
Day
6
Verona - Mantua - Florence (3 nights) Our first stop this
morning is in medieval Mantua where there is time to stroll through
the ancient arcaded streets and to admire the imposing Ducal Palace
as well as the Cathedral. From here we continue via Modena - famous
for Ferrari and good food, and Bologna - Italy's gourmet capital,
before reaching the rolling hills of Tuscany and Renaissance
Florence. On our arrival we enjoy a sightseeing tour on foot, with a
local guide, which shows us the Piazza Signoria, the Cathedral and
the Santa Croce Basilica. (Buffet Breakfast/Dinner)
Hotel: Grand
Mediterraneo
Day 7
Florence - Tuscan Highlights
Excursion Today experience stunning scenery and historical
adventure. First we reach the Chianti Hills and stop at the
wine-town of Greve with time to visit some of the country's finest
wine cellars. Then on to medieval Siena, famous for its exciting
Palio horse-race which takes place twice a year on the fan-shaped
Piazza del Campo. Next we see its imposing marble Cathedral before
continuing to hilltop San Gimignano, aptly named 'medieval
Manhattan' due to its numerous ancient towers and narrow quaint
streets. Finally,we return to Florence for dinner and overnight.
(Buffet Breakfast/Dinner)
Day 8
Florence at leisure
A full day at leisure to enjoy this culturally rich city. Perhaps
visit the Academia and see Michelangelo's statue of 'David' or
stroll the beautiful Boboli gardens. There's plenty of time for
shopping too...with bargains in leather and gold jewellery. Tonight,
why not venture out into the hills surrounding the city for a meal
of excellent Tuscan cuisine accompanied by some delicious Chianti
wine? (Buffet Breakfast)
Day 9
Florence - Milan
Today we head for the coast and Pisa where we view the
incredible Leaning Tower. Then along the Italian Riviera and via
Genoa, birthplace of Christopher Columbus, into Lombardy and its
capital, Milan for the last night of this Italian Experience.
(Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Crowne Plaza
Day 10
Milan
- USA Today time to bid 'arrivederci' to your new friends as you
transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA. (Buffet
Breakfast) | |
