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Italian Vistas
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This 13 day trip has everything you've always wanted in a trip to Italy. Enjoy multiple night stays in Rome, Florence, Venice, the Amalfi coast and Stresa in the Lakes District. Discover the treasures of Classical and Christian Rome. Walk in the footsteps on the ancients in Pompeii. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence's Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo's David. Visit Lugano, Switzerland, and cruise to Isola Bella, one of the scenic Borromean Islands. tour-highlights Rome, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Isle of Capri, Amalfi Coast, Ruins of Pompeii, Florence, Statue of David, Leaning Tower of Pisa, Tuscan Winery, Venice, Murano Island, Verona, Stresa, Locarno, Switzerlandcollette-experiences Experience the benefits of Whisper Headsets, designed for better communication between you and your guides throughout your tour. A guided walking tour of Venice illustrates how this city gained its wealth and power. Enjoy the magic of the Italian lakes in the captivating resort of Stresa. Make a special stop at a winery and farm in the heart of Tuscany to sample local wines and specialties for an included lunch. Sail to the enchanting Isle of Capri and explore this island paradise. Enjoy regional Italian wines with every dinner. Visit the Academy Museum in Florence to see Michelangelo's magnificent sculpture of David. |
| Details | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 3/31/2012 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : Ciao, Italy! | | Day 2 | Rome | Rome, Italy - Tour Begins : Arrive in Rome and join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner featuring regional delicacies and Italian wines. Today dinner will be included. | | Day 3 | Rome | Rome - Classical Rome City Tour : A locally guided tour of Classical Rome features such sights as the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, and the Arch of Constantine. During an in-depth visit to the Colosseum, your guide recounts its rich history. The catacombs, burial place of early Christians, the mythic Pantheon and Piazza Navona are also featured. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 4 | Rome | Rome : Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Rome's cultural treasures independently. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions. Perhaps a trip to Vatican City, with an optional tour to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica, will be on your personal sightseeing list. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 5 | Vietri-sul-Mare | Rome - Pompeii - Sorrento - Vietri-sul-Mare : After a short lesson on the local language, journey south toward the brilliant Bay of Naples where charming villages are built into hillsides above a sparkling blue sea. Soak in 2,000 years of history during your discovery of the excavated ruins of Pompeii. A local guide provides an in-depth view of this remarkably preserved archeological site. Continue to the scenic resort town of Sorrento for a demonstration of the art of inlaid wood making by a local artisan. Take some time to explore Sorrento independently. End your day on the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 6 | Vietri-sul-Mare | Vietri-sul-Mare - Isle of Capri - Vietri-sul-Mare : A scenic boat ride* brings you to the enchanting Isle of Capri. Upon arrival, take a panoramic ride to the island's highest town, Anacapri. Spend time in Capri town with its world-famous piazzetta, and explore this island paradise of chic boutiques, lush vegetation and outdoor cafes before returning to Vietri-sul-Mare. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 7 | Florence | Vietri-sul-Mare - Florence : Today Tuscany unfolds with its vista of vineyards and olive groves. Florence, the "Cradle of the Italian Renaissance," awaits offering Italy's best art and architecture. Visit the Academy Gallery to see Michelangelo's magnificent sculpture of David. Diner's Choice, a Collette Exclusive: tonight your dinner is included - and you'll choose the perfect spot from a "menu" of Florence's great restaurants. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 8 | Florence | Florence : Learn the traditional Italian techniques of leather making at a family-owned leather shop. A locally guided tour highlights the Piazza Del Duomo, with its Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and the famous Gates of Paradise on the Baptistery of St. John. You also view the magnificent Piazza della Signoria with its imposing Palazzo Vecchio. End your day with an informative explanation of Florentine gold and its fascinating techniques at a local gold shop. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 9 | Venice | Florence - Pisa - Venice : Visit the ancient maritime Republic of Pisa to discover the Piazza Dei Miracoli, the Duomo (Cathedral) and the famous Leaning Tower. A special stop is made at a Tuscan winery and farm to enjoy lunch and sample local wines and specialties. Next, cross the Apennine Mountains en route to Venice where 117 islands are connected by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges. Today breakfast and lunch will be included. | | Day 10 | Venice | Venice - Murano Island - Venice : Embark on a boat trip* (weather permitting) to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration. Return to St. Mark's Square where a local expert takes you on a walking tour of the Basilica, Doge's Palace and the legendary Bridge of Sighs. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore independently. Today breakfast will be included. | | Day 11 | Stresa | Venice - Verona - Stresa : Depart Venice for Verona to stroll the streets that were the backdrop for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Arrive in the resort town of Stresa in the breathtaking Italian Lakes District, your home for the next two nights, and admire the beautiful views of Lago Maggiore. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 12 | Stresa | Stresa - Locarno, Switzerland - Isola dei Pescatori, Italy - Stresa : Cross into Switzerland and the picturesque lakeside resort of Locarno for magnificent views, excellent shopping and charming cafes. Tonight, travel by boat to Isola dei Pescatori for a farewell dinner while surrounded by beautiful scenery. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. | | Day 13 | Tour ends | Stresa - Tour Ends : Today breakfast will be included. |
| | | Nova Domus Hotel & Suites, Rome | Hotel Mediterraneo, Rome | | Lloyds' Baia Hotel, Amalfi Coast | Hotel Cetus, Amalfi Coast | | Grand Hotel Baglioni, Florence | Hotel Brunelleschi, Florence | | Hotel Carlton and Grand Canal, Venice | Hotel Papadopoli, Venice | | Regina Palace Hotel, Stresa | Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees, Stresa |
| | NOTE: Specials are marked with a * NOTE: NOTE: Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. |
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