“Wherefore art thou, Romeo?” Who can resist uttering these words in medieval Verona, the romantic setting for Shakespeare’s tragic love story? But thoughts will soon turn from romance to Roman ruins, medieval towns, floating cities, and gastronomic delights. All of these treasures and more are right here on this sparkling tour of Italy. Filled with the country’s famous jewels and hidden gems, this dazzling tour leads you from Rome to Venice and back again, with time in the sultry Italian Riviera, vineyard-dotted Tuscany, and picturesque Umbria, Tuscany’s “gentler sister.” Savor a boat ride alo
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY
Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. (D)
Day 2
ROME
Italian Treasures ROME Guided sightseeing includes the Vatican Museums, and the Sistine Chapel. Visit St. Peter’s Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà, the Colosseum, and see the Roman Forum. Free time late afternoon and evening.* (B) * For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded. TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Stand in awe and wonder amid one of mankind’s greatest artistic achievements in the Sistine Chapel. Hear how in 1508, a young Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II to decorate the chapel’s ceiling – a request not welcomed by
Day 3
ROME–LUCCA
Roman Rulers LUCCA Enjoy an orientation walk, followed by free time. (B) 217 mi/ 350 km TOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEMS Within the walls surrounding the medieval city of Lucca, the modern world fades away. Whilst you walk, see the Piazza Anfiteatro, San Michele Square, the Roman Amphitheatre, the soaring clock tower, and the Guinigi Tower topped with a hanging garden roof – just to name a few of the impressive sights you’ll find in this historic city in Tuscany.
Day 4
LUCCA–LA SPEZIA–EXCURSION TO CINQUE TERRE & PISA
The Italian Riviera Depart for a scenic drive en route to La Spezia. CINQUE TERRE [LOCAL FAVORITE] Take a guided boat ride (weather permitting) to Monterosso, with free time before boarding your train for La Spezia. PISA See the Leaning Tower en route back to Lucca. (B,D) 155 mi/ 250 km LOCAL FAVORITE EPIC RIDE Take a stunning cruise on the coast of Cinque Terre and take in fascinating views of the sea, sky, and centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline.
What's Included
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 4 three-course dinners
Hotels
Roma
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Hotel Donna Laura Palace
First-Class
Roma,
Italy
Lungotevere Delle Armi 21
Free WiFi
Located in Rome's elegant Prati district overlooking the River Tiber, this 64-room property is just a 10-minute walk from Lepanto Metro Station and 2 km from the Vatican. Amenities include a fitness center, a sauna, a hydro massage tub area, and a bar with free Wi-Fi access throughout. Guestrooms are decorated in a classic style with air conditioning, flat-screen TV, minibar, and private bathroom with hairdryer. The in-house restaurant specializes in traditional local and Italian cuisine. In the summer, meals can be served on the rooftop terrace with city views.
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Lucca
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Best Western Grand Hotel Guinigi
First-Class
Lucca,
Italy
Via Romana,1247
Free WiFi
Modern hotel located near the historic center, offers tasteful decor, meeting facilities, restaurant & bar; staff is multilingual.
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Florence
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Grand Hotel Mediterraneo
First-Class
Florence,
Italy
Lungarno Del Tempio, 44
Free WiFi
Modern hotel situated on the banks of the river Arno, steps away from the city center. The Duomo and Palazzo Pitti are nearby.
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Florence
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MH Florence Hotel & Spa
First-Class
Florence,
Italy
Via Luigi Alamanni 37
Free WiFi
Right in the heart of Florence, the hotel boasts an unbeatable location, a short walk from the city's main attractions, and offers a stylish and modern ambiance, including an outdoor swimming pool and a relaxing spa. The 39 air-conditioned rooms are furnished with wooden floor, a flat-screen TV, minibar, tea and coffee maker facilities, and free Wi-Fi. Enjoy beautiful views of the Dome from the rooftop terrace.
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Florence
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Hotel Royal Firenze
First-Class
Florence,
Italy
Via Delle Ruote, 50-54
Free WiFi
Set in an elegant 18th-century building, Villa Royal features a beautiful garden with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, situated in a green neighbourhood, less than 1 km from the Gothic cathedral of Florence. This splendid Florentine villa was built in 1700 and was a noble family residence up until 1956 when it was converted into a hotel. Each of the 40 air-conditioned guest rooms feature high ceilings, minibar, safety deposit box and are all tastefully decorated with period furnishings.
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Venice
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Indigo Venice Sant'Elena
First-Class
Venice,
Italy
Calle Buccari 10
Free WiFi
The lush green Sant'Elena neighborhood in Venice has the feel of a sleepy Italian village, yet it's within easy reach of the city's most famed attractions. Housed in an ancient building (formerly a convent) which has maintained its grand-scale architecture with room décor inspired by warm, Byzantine colors or cooler tones evocative of the sea, the hotel reflects the unique mix of culture, character, and setting of the neighborhood. All 75 guestrooms are equipped with every comfort and marked by the attention to detail of a boutique hotel. The spa-style bathrooms, equipped with rainfall-like showerheads and quality bathroom amenities account for a refreshing invigorating stay. The hotel is both secluded enough to allow for quiet time and equally very central to enjoy the Venetian lifestyle of little restaurants, cafes, and piazzas. While the distance between Sant'Elena and the bustling Piazza San Marco is easily bridged via vaporetto (water taxi), the two neighborhoods can feel like entirely different cities. The location is also within easy reach of the 11-km stretch of golden beaches on the island of Lido.
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Assisi
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Cenacolo
First-Class
Assisi,
Italy
V.Le Patrono D'italia 70
Free WiFi
Hotel Cenacolo Assisi is a structure created from the accurate and careful renovation of an old Franciscan convent, located in Santa Maria degli Angeli, a short distance from the Porziuncola of St. Francis. The wonderful atmosphere of the place, a beautiful view of Assisi, the wide green spaces that call for reflection and the functionality and efficiency of the Hotel Cenacolo guarantee a perfect stay.
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Assisi
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Grand Hotel Assisi
First-Class
Assisi,
Italy
Via Giovanni Renzi,2
Free WiFi
Set in a charming place of peace, between the green of the olive trees of the surrounding hills, the Ròseo Hotel Assisi enhances the nuances, aromas and flavors of this earth uniting with the best hospitality and courtesy taste, refinement and elegance to the attention for every little detail.
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Roma
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NH Villa Carpegna
First-Class
Roma,
Italy
Via Pio Iv, 16
Free WiFi
Residential-style hotel with comfortable surroundings and a great location with restaurants and shopping centers nearby.
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