Italian Serenade
2020 Rome > Venice
- Tour Code:
- ITE
- Duration:
- 12 days
- Departure City:
- Rome
- Return City:
- Venice
Selected Itinerary
12 Day Itinerary
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Day 1 - Rome
Welcome to Rome. Your Italian adventure begins at your hotel, with a walking tour of this ancient city. Your expert local guide will show you key landmarks like the Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain.
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Day 2 - Rome
You’ll start your exploration in the world’s smallest state, the Vatican City, where you’ll see such marvels as the Vatican Museum, the breathtaking Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, the world’s largest church, which leads to the magnificent St. Peter’s Square. From there, you’ll continue to the Forum and the historic Colosseum.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 3 - Rome > Sorrento
This morning venture to the unique site of Pompeii, before continuing to Sorrento, where you’ll enjoy a luxurious two night stay.
EnrichFeast on traditional Italian food at a home-hosted dinner. The only thing better than home-cooked Italian food is Italian hospitality, and you’ll enjoy healthy servings of both.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 - Sorrento
FreechoiceRelish the view as you take a funicular ride to Capri town. Alternatively, visit Positano, the Amalfi coast’s most picturesque and photogenic town.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Day 5 - Sorrento > Perugia
Your first stop today is the medieval village of Assisi. Then, it’s only a short drive to Perugia to view the Fontana Maggoire and the monuments around the site of the Roman Forum. Tonight, you’ll get to enjoy your wonderful hotel, located in the historical heart of Perugia.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 6 - Perugia > Florence
Today, drive past tranquil Lake Trasimeno to Siena, a delightful medieval city, where you’ll enjoy a guided city tour.
EnrichVisit a Tuscan farmhouse and discover local wine and oil production techniques. Later, enjoy a tasty rustic lunch featuring the region’s wine and produce.
Continue to San Gimignano for an orientation tour of the city, before heading to Florence for a two night stay.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 7 - Florence
Delight in a walking tour of this art lover’s paradise, including a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to admire Michelangelo’s David.
Freechoice DiningSavour delicious Italian cuisine at one of Florence’s superb local restaurants.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 8 - Florence > Pisa > Stresa
Travel to Pisa to enjoy a guided tour and see its famous tower. Then continue on to Stresa, where you’ll enjoy beautiful rooms overlooking Lake Maggiore.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 9 - Stresa
Cruise Lake Maggiore, the stunning lake that straddles Switzerland and Italy, pausing along the way to visit the splendid Isola Bella, ‘the beautiful Island’. Famous for its extravagant Baroque Palace and luscious gardens, explore the palace and its grounds before returning to Stresa.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Day 10 - Stresa > Venice
Your first stop today is Verona, where you’ll see Juliet’s Balcony and the main square, Piazza Bra. Continue to Venice – a truly unique city. Your opulent hotel where you will enjoy a two night stay you’ll cherish for a lifetime.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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Day 11 - Venice
Marvel at the beauty of historic Venice during a guided walking tour, including the Basilica of San Marco and a romantic gondola ride along the famous canals.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 12 - Venice
Depart Venice this morning after breakfast.
Meals Included: Breakfast
