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Dates & Pricing: 2012

*All prices are per person.

Month	Start Date	End Date	Double	Single
Jan	12	20	$2,311	$3,549
Feb	9	17	$2,330	$3,567
Mar	1, 15, 29	9, 23, Apr 6	$2,475	$3,731
Apr	12, 26	20, May 24	$2,657	$3,913
May	3, 10, 17, 24, 31	11, 18, 25, Jun 1, 8	$2,748	$4,113
June	7, 14, 21, 28	15, 22, 29, Jul 6	$2,748	$4,113
July	12, 26	20, Aug 3	$2,421	$3,786
Aug	9	17	$2,366	$3,731
Sept	6, 13, 20, 27	14, 21, 28, Oct 5	$2,748	$4,304
Oct	4, 11, 18, 25	12, 19, 26, Nov 2	$2,748	$4,186

Child Discount (2-12): $200

*Grey dates are SOLD OUT

 

Day by Day Itinerary:

Thursday: Arrival in Rome!
Shared transfer from Fiumicino Airport to Hotel in Rome*.  Accommodation in Hotel.  Free time for individual visits.
Dinner at leisure
Overnight in Hotel in Rome

 

Friday: Vatican City
Breakfast in Hotel.  In the morning transfer from Hotel to Vatican City for a Prestige tour of the Vatican City and St Peter’s  Basilica. (Pick up between between 7:45 am and 8:15 am)

4 hours guided tour with a private English speaking guide that will show you the Vatican Museum, the Sistine Chapel decorated by Michelangelo. The tour will then proceed to St. Peter's Basilica, where you will view the art treasures of the largest Ro­man Catholic Church in the world, including Michelangelo's Pietà. (entrance fee and earphones are included).  Lunch and afternoon at leisure.  Dinner in a restaurant walking distance from the Hotel.
Overnight in Hotel in Rome

 

Saturday: City Tour
Breakfast in Hotel.  In the morning 3 hours city tour by bus with a private English speaking guide visiting the most important sites of the Capital of the world. You will admire: Via Veneto, famous for Fellini's movie "La Dolce Vita", and Piazza della Repubblica with the Naja-di's Fountain, Trevi Fountain till Piazza Navona. Along the way we will see Piazza Colonna with the Column of Marcus Aurelius and the Pantheon. Continue by coach to the Vatican, the heart of Christendom, passing by St. Angel's Castle.  Lunch at leisure.  In the afternoon free time for individual visits.  Dinner at leisure.
Overnight in Hotel in Rome

Sunday: Rome - Florence
Breakfast in Hotel.  In the morning private transfer from Hotel in Rome to Railway Station.  Transfer by train from Rome to Florence (first class).  Arrive in Florence and private transfer from Railway station to Hotel in Florence and accommodation in Hotel.  Lunch at leisure.

Afternoon Guided City Tour with Uffizi Gallery

A fine coach tour offering panoramic views of the unparalleled beauty of Florence, taking in Fiesole, a delightful town of Etruscan origin set on the hills overlooking Florence and the Arno Valley. The tour continues to the old city centre for a visit to the Franciscan Church of Santa Croce (exterior). A short walk through the historic streets of the heart of Florence brings you to the famous Piazza Signoria, where you can admire the imposing Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and the beautiful Loggia del Lanzi. The tour continues with a guided tour of the famous Galleria degli Uffizi where you can admire the superb paintings of Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello, Giotto, Cimabue, Masaccio. End of the Tour inside the museum.
The Uffizi Gallery is closed on Monday. Replaced with visit to the Museum of Palazzo Vecchio.  Dinner at leisure.
Overnight in Hotel in Florence

 

Monday: Excursion to Siena and San Gimignano with wine tasting
Breakfast in Hotel.  In the morning excursion to Siena, San Gimignano, Monteriggioni and Chianti with an  English speaking guide to visit the most important sites of Tuscany region.  One stop will be done in a typical winery for a cellar tour with a tasting of Chianti wine and other typical products such as olive oil, bread and cheese.  After, head to two medieval towns: San Gimignano and Monteriggioni.  Last stop will be in Siena where you will visit Piazza Del Campo, famous for the Palio Palio di Siena.  Return to Hotel. Dinner at leisure.
Overnight in Hotel in Florence

 

Tuesday: Day at leisure
Breakfast in Hotel.  All day free for individual visits.  Dinner in a restaurant walking distance to the Hotel.
Overnight in Hotel in Florence

 

Wednesday: Florence - Venice
Breakfast in Hotel.  In the morning private transfer from Hotel in Florence to Railway Station.  Transfer by train from Florence to Venice (first class).  Private motor launch transfer with assistant from Piazzale Roma to Hotel in Venice.  Accommodation in Hotel.  Dinner at leisure.
Overnight in Hotel in Venice

 

Thursday: Venice
Breakfast in Hotel.  In the morning walking tour of Venice with an English speaking guide.  Walk to the narrow streets of Venice, one of the most romantic and characteristic place of Italy!  Walking around you will admire Piazza San Marco with the Basilica of San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Bell Tower, Rialto, Santa Maria Formosa, Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, Marco Polo’s House and other interesting place.  Lunch and afternoon at leisure.  Dinner in a typical restaurant.
Overnight in Hotel in Venice

 

Friday: Departure from Venice
Breakfast in Hotel.  Shared transfer from a meeting point close to the Hotel to the Airport**

*Shared Shuttle Service from/to Fiumicino Airport
From The Airport: From 7:45am to 10:15pm (Every 30 Minutes)
From The Hotel: From 6:30 to 9pm (Every 30 Minutes)

**Shared Transfer from Hotel to Venice Airport
From 6am to 6pm departing from the nearest mooring point of your hotel

Hotels:

ROME

Hotel Borromini - Luxury 4* hotel close to Villa Borghese Gardens, Spanish Steps and Via Veneto 

Amenities: Bar, room service, laundry, TV lounge, tennis court, bike rental, baby sitter, internet/email, currency exchange  

Cicerone Hotel - 4* hotel close to Castle Sant'Angelo and the Vatican

Amenities: Bar, Restaurant, Breakfast Room, Handicap Accessible, Meeting Rooms with Audio/Visual Equipment, Parking on Premises

 

 

NH Giustiniano - 4* hotel 1 km from city center 

Amenities: Bar, Restaurant, Gym, Laundry, 24Hr front desk, A/C, elevators, handicap accessible, wireless high speed internet in public areas, balcony, connecting rooms, hair dryer, internet in room, microwave, minibar, phone, pets allowed,

 

 

FLORENCE

Hotel Rivoli - 4* hotel in the historical center, main monuments within a short distance

Amenities: Breakfast Room, Front Desk 24H, Laundry, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Air conditioning, Mini Bar, Radio, Room Service 24H, Satellite TV, Tea/Coffee, Trouser Press, Telephone

 

Grand Hotel Adriatico - 4* hotel close to major attractions
Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and to the famous shopping streets via Tornabuoni, Borgognissanti, and via della Vigna Nuova.

Amenities: Bar, Front Desk Fax service, Garden, Gym, Restaurant, Wireless Internet in Main area, Air conditioning, Hair Dryer, Room Internet Connection, Mini Bar, Non-Smoking Available, Radio, Room Service 24H, Safe/Security in Room, Satellite TV, Sound Proof Rooms, Tea/Coffee, Telephone

Hotel Athenaum - 4* hotel in center of Florence

Amenities: Bar, Restaurant, Fitness room, Internet point, Billiard Room, Air conditioning, Bathrobes, Direct dialing, Hairdryer, laundry service, Internet (high speed and wireless access), mini-bar, bath, safe, writing desk, satellite LCD TV

 

 

VENICE

Boscolo Bellini - 4* luxury hotel walking distance to Piazza San Marco 

Amenities: A/C in entire property, Bar, Elevator/Lift, 24Hr Front Desk with Fax service, Handicap Accessible, Laundry, Luggage Room, Multi Lingual Staff, Garden, Air conditioning, Hair Dryer, Internet Connection, Mini Bar, Radio, Room Service, Safe/Security in Room, Satellite TV, Telephone, Writing Desk.

 

 

Duodo Palace - 4* luxury hotel in historic center

Elevator, Luggage Storage, Internet Wi-Fi, Fax, Laundry service, Baby Sitter, Animals are not allowed, Reading room, ADSL internet connection, A/C, Hairdryer, Safe, Minibar, Direct telephone line, Satellite TV, Room service, Wake-up call, Crib available upon request, Welcome gift, Shower Bathrobe, Bedroom slippers

 

Hotel Bonvecchiati - 4* hotel just a 3 min walk to St. Mark's Square, 5 min to Rialto Bridge

Amenities: Bar, 24H Front Desk with Fax service, Gym, Spa, Laundry, Parking on Premises, Restaurant, Wireless Internet in Main area, A/C, Bathrobe, Hair Dryer, Internet Connection, Mini Bar, Non-Smoking Rooms Available, Satellite TV, Telephone

 

 

Suggested Day Tours:

ROME

Coliseum, Forum and Palatin Hill (only possible in the afternoon)
3 or 4 hours guided tour with a private English speaking guide
You will be taken to Piazza Venezia, where you will see the imposing memorial to Victor Emanuel II. The tour will then proceed to the Roman Forum, the old center of the Imperial City, where the Senate House, the basilicas and the temples of the major gods are located. After walking down the Via Sacra and passing by the Arch of Titus, you will visit the Coli­seum, surrounded by impressive monuments such as the ruins of the Arch of Constantine the Great. The last stop on your tour will be the 5th-century Christian Basi­lica of St. Peter in Chains, where you will see the world famous Statue of Moses by Michelangelo.
On Request

Ancient Rome
It’s a 3 hours guided tour where you will have the possibility to admire the Quirinal Square, with the Presidential Palace, Piazza Venezia towered by the imposing "Vittoriano". The tour will continue on foot through the Capitol, a unique treasure of history and art, and then the Roman Forum, the most enchanting and impor­tant archeological area in the world, the Constantine Arch and of the Coliseum, majestic symbol of the Eternal City. Proceed by bus, passing by the Piramide Cestia, to St. Paul's-outside-the-walls (visit) built where the Apostle of the People was buried.
On Request

Rome by Night
2 hours bus tour with an English speaking guide through the most important sites of Rome by night.
Rediscover Rome on a magic atmosphere created by a romantic lighting. Tour starts from Via Veneto, the Dolce Vita street, then Piazza Barberini with the Tri­ton Fountain by Bernini, Piazza Venezia with the "Vit­toriano", Via dei Fori Imperiali, the Coliseum, the Arch of Constantine, the Palatine, the Temple of Vesta, the Theatre of Marcello, the Capitol, Tiberine Island, the Synagogue, Castle St. Angelo, St. Peter's Square and Basilica. During this panoramic visit of the city the guide will take you to visit the famous Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona.
On Request

  

VENICE

Doge’s Palace (in the morning)
It’s  a 3 hours tour through the historical center of the city with the visit of Doge’s Palace.
The Doge's Palace is a gothic palace in Venice, residence of the Doge of Venice, the supreme authority of the Republic of Venice.  Its two most visible facades look towards the Venetian Lagoon and St. Mark's Square, or rather the Piazzetta.
On Request

Gondola Ride
The best way of discovering Venice is with a Gondola. It’s a romantic and original way of visiting the narrow canals of this particular and unique city. So get on a Gondola and let you be carried by a gondolier!!
On Request

Bacari Tour (in the afternoon)
This is an original tour that will give you the possibility of tasting the delicious and typical food of Venice walking through the street of this wonderful city by night.  The guide will show you the most typical sites, bars and restaurant where you can stop to eat cicheti and drink spritz, as Venetians use to do.
On Request