| ITALY BELLISIMO
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| Featuring: Rome, Isle of Capri, Sorrento, Assisi,
Venice, Montecatini, Florence |
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Day
1 - Depart USA
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day
2 - Arrive Rome
On arrival at Rome Fiumicino airport you are met and transferred to
your hotel. After check-in, there's time to unwind or perhaps
people-watch from a pavement café. This afternoon, enjoy a welcome
drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.
Hotel: Borromini / Sheraton Golf
Day
3 - Rome – Pompeii – Isle of Capri (2 nights)
This morning after breakfast we will travel through the area the
Romans knew as the 'Campania Felix' and view the Abbey of Monte
Cassino, where we visit the World War II cemetery. Then on to
Pompeii where we enjoy a guided tour of the excavations of this
Roman city petrified and preserved by the eruption of Vesuvius in AD
79. From here we continue our journey to Sorrento where we have time
to enjoy the atmosphere
of the Piazza Tasso and where we visit an Inlaid Wood factory to
admire the fine local craftsmanship. Then we enjoy a short
sea-crossing across the Bay of Naples to the beautiful Isle of Capri
for two relaxing nights. This evening, dinner is included at our
hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Regina Cristina (2 nights)
Day
4 - Capri orientation & at leisure
Today's orientation tour of Capri Town includes views of the
Faraglioni Rocks and Marina Piccola plus the famous 'Piazzetta' –
home to the international jet-set. Then enjoy time at leisure
perhaps to shop at the elegant boutiques, or explore the coast of
this pretty island by private motor launch. Tonight, your Tour
Director will be happy to advise you on the best dining in this
romantic spot! (Buffet Breakfast)
Day
5 - Isle of Capri – Naples – Assisi
We enjoy a morning sail across the Mediterranean to 'Bella Napoli'
– we drive through the streets of Naples and through the Latium,
before heading into the Umbrian hills and to mystical Assisi. Here
we enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the town much loved by St.
Francis. We'll see the Basilica with its serene Giotto frescoes, as
well as the miraculous Church of St. Mary of the Angels before
dinner in our hotel this evening. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Giotto / Grand Hotel
Day
6 - Assisi – Ravenna – Padua – Venice (Main.) (2 nights)
This morning, we drive along the Adriatic Coast to Ravenna where we
visit the Basilica of Saint Apollinaris in Classe with its
glittering mosaics. Then on to Padua, where we view the Basilica of
St. Anthony before continuing to the floating city of Venice, where
we spend the next two nights. Dinner will be included at our hotel
this evening. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Antony (2 nights)
Day
7 - Venice sightseeing & at leisure
Today we will savour the sights and sounds of this serene city by
private motor launch on an included canal cruise to St. Mark's
Square, where we will view the Byzantine Basilica, Bridge of Sighs
and Doges' Palace. After witnessing a demonstration of the ancient
art of Murano glass-blowing, time is your own perhaps to explore
further and relax. Or alternatively why not take a cruise to the
island of Burano, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch? Tonight dinner is
included at our hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Day
8 - Venice (Main.) – Brenta Canal – Montecatini (Tuscan Hills)
(2 nights)
This morning after breakfast, we gaze on the beauty of the Palladian
villas as we drive along the scenic Brenta Canal. Then we head south
and ascend into the Apennine Mountains, the Emilia Romagna and
Tuscany. Here, we make our approach to the spa-resort of Montecatini,
for the next two nights. This evening, why not try some of the
reputed Tuscan cuisine and Chianti wines? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Grand Bellavista Palace (2 nights)
Day
9 - Florence Excursion
Today it is only a short drive to Renaissance Florence where we
spend a full day. On our arrival a sightseeing tour on foot with a
local guide using our excellent audio system highlights the
Cathedral with its magnificent Baptistry, and visits the Santa Croce
Basilica and the Piazza Signoria. Florence is truly a shopper's
paradise with bargains in quality leather goods and gold jewellery.
For 'culture vultures', there are many museums and art galleries to
visit. Later, we return to our hotel at Montecatini for the night.
This evening, we will enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (Buffet
Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)
Day
10 - Montecatini (Tuscan Hills) – Siena – Castle of Serre di
Rapolano – Rome (2 nights)
A short drive today brings us to Siena - famous for its Palio horse
race. Here there's time to admire the architecture from one of the
open-air cafés on the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo. Or pick up some
local pottery before we continue to the ancient castle of Serre di
Rapolano where we stop to visit the grounds and perhaps sip a glass
of Chianti or a 'cappuccino'. Later, we arrive back at the 'Eternal
City', Rome for two nights. Why not dine out in one of the city's
many fine trattorias this evening? (Buffet Breakfast)
Hotel: Borromini (2 nights)
Day
11 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure
A visit to the Sistine Chapel to marvel at the ceiling of
Michelangelo provides a thrilling start to our morning sightseeing
tour with a local guide making good use of our effective audio
system. From here we visit St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, and
then cross the Tiber to stop in the Forum and see the mighty
Colosseum. Finally, we stop to view the Circus Maximus, where 'Ben
Hur' style chariot races were once the order of the day. The
remainder of your day is at leisure perhaps to take an optional
excursion to the Catacombs, ancient Tivoli or simply while away the
afternoon sipping a cappuccino at a café and watch the world go by!
This evening on the final night of your tour, why not enjoy a
farewell dinner with your fellow travelling companions. (Buffet
Breakfast)
Day
12 - Rome – USA
Time to bid farewell before we transfer you to Rome Fiumicino
airport for your return flight to America. (Buffet Breakfast)
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What's Included
Sightseeing
Highlights
- Monte Cassino: Visit
the World War II Cemetery.
- Pompeii: A guided tour
of the excavations.
- Sorrento: Visit an
Inlaid Wood factory.
- Isle of Capri:
Orientation includes views of the Faraglioni Rocks and visits
the famous 'Piazzetta'.
- Assisi: Sightseeing
includes St. Francis' Basilica and the Church of St. Mary of
the Angels.
- Ravenna: Admire the
mosaics in the Basilica of St. Apollinaris in Classe.
- Padua: See the famous
Basilica of St. Anthony.
- Venice: Canal cruise by
private launch. View St. Mark's Square, the Byzantine
Basilica, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a
glass-blowing factory.
- Brenta Canal: See the
Palladian villas.
- Montecatini:
Orientation tour.
- Florence: Sightseeing
tour with special audio system features Signoria Square, the
Baptistry and visits the Santa Croce Basilica.
- Siena: Visit the
medieval city.
- Serre di Rapolano: Stop
in the grounds of the ancient Castle.
- Rome: Sightseeing tour
with audio system includes views of the Forum, Colosseum, the
Circus Maximus plus visits St. Peter's Basilica and the
Sistine Chapel.
- Scenic drives through
the province of the Campania, across the Mediterranean, the
Sorrento Peninsula, the Umbrian Hills, along the Adriatic
Coast, the Brenta Canal, across the Apennine Mountains and the
Chianti wine region of Tuscany.
Dining
Highlights
- A welcome drink with your Tour
Director in Rome
- 10 Buffet breakfasts
- 4 three-course dinners in
hotels
- 1 local speciality restaurant
dinner in Montecatini
15 meals in total (see
day-by-day itinerary)
First Class
Travel Highlights
- The services of one of
Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
- A qualified local city guide
in Pompeii, Assisi, Florence and Rome.
- Chauffeur driven on
Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining
seats and washroom.
- Cruise to the Isle of Capri.
- Rome Fiumicino Airport
Transfers will be provided on Days 2 and 12
- You'll stay in twin-bedded
rooms with private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and
tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- A stylish travel bag and
wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
Airport
Transfers
- London Gateways: FREE
Airport Transfers to and from London's Airports direct to
Central London (Paddington Station)
- A Trafalgar bonus –
transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport
and central London. When you book your Costsaver tour with
Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included.
It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to
and from your airport and Central London.
- Important – Please Note: Passengers
will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports
providing the following conditions are met:
- You are staying at a London
hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and
the night prior to the date of your departure.
- Flights are either booked by
Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by
your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
- Only one included transfer
both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar.
Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail
Station.
- Heathrow Express operates
between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services
between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45.
Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own
expense.
- In the event of unforeseen
events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar
will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled
transfers.
- No refund is available for
passengers not utilising this service.
- Why not upgrade to a Hotelink
transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London
hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the
additional upgrade price per person when booking)
- European Gateways: With
Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival
and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure
day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure
your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the
transfer times shown.
- Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers
who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart
outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and
departure day of the tour will also be provided with a
transfer.
- Passengers arriving before or
leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a
transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar
providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or
post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices
of transfers at the time of booking your extra night
accommodation.
- Land only passengers arriving
or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days
but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer
times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight
details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days
before the flight departure.
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