European Destinations
8 Days Treasures of Italy Itinerary

"Lets get away, far away..."

 

Day 1 Thursday: USA to Italy
Depart USA for your overnight flight to Rome, Italy. Dinner and cocktails are served on board.

Day 2 Friday: Rome - Florence
Morning arrival into Rome. Our driver and tour escort will greet you at the airport. Soon, we will be off on our Italian journey. Arrival at our historic Villa this afternoon. Tonight, we will enjoy a festive welcome dinner feature Florentine fare.

Day 3 Saturday: Florence
After breakfast, we will have a morning walking tour with a local guide to the Signoria Square, Ponte Vecchio Bridge, the Duomo and Giotto Bell Tower. We will visit the Academia to see the famous statue of "David." The afternoon is free to explore with our tour escort or for shopping. Overnight at our Villa.

Day 4 Sunday: Pisa - Padua - Venice area
Departure for Pisa to view the famous Piazza dei Miracoli with its historic Leaning Tower. Then we continue to Padua, home to one of the oldest universities in Europe. Visit the famous Basilica of St. Anthony. Arrival at the hotel in the Venice area late afternoon. Tonight, enjoy a sumptuous dinner featuring the cuisine of Northern Italy.

Day 5 Monday: Venice
Today, transfer with a private boat to the city center. We will have a half-day walking tour of romantic Venice. Visit the Golden Basilica, San Marco Square and the Bridge of Sighs. Some optional tours include a visit to the Doge's Palace or a gondola ride. Rest of the day is free for shopping or to explore with our tour escort. Transfer back with private boat in the late afternoon and transfer to our hotel for overnight.

Day 6 Tuesday: Venice - Rome
Departure for Rome in the morning with our tour escort and enjoy the stunning panorama of the Italian countryside. En route, stop in the beautiful Umbrian town of Assisi and visit St. Francis Basilica. Arrival into Rome, known as the "eternal city," in the afternoon. This evening, we will enjoy dinner featuring Roman cuisine.

Day 7 Wednesday: Rome
This morning, we will meet our local guide for a half-day visit of the Vatican Museums. You may walk though St. Peter's Square and visit St. Peter's Basilica. This afternoon enjoy an optional visit to the Coliseum and the Roman Forum, or spend your free time exploring all the famous squares in Rome. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 8 Thursday: Rome - USA
Transfer to Rome airport for your return flight to the USA.

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