Italy's Best
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14 Days
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Mediterranean
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Active pace
Experience the essence of Italy following a route packed with highlights of history and inspiring views. Beginning in Rome, venture to Cinque Terra, Florence and Lake Maggiore before heading via Venice, Ravenna and Assisi to the picturesque coastal town of Sorrento.
Your journey starts here
Highlights
| VIP private home pick-up service |
| Flights |
| Transfers |
| Services of a tour director |
| Accommodation |
| Selected meals |
| Porterage |
| Individual audio system |
| All airport and port taxes |
| Single share option |
| VIP private home pick-up |
VIP private home pick-up
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Overview
Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8
Day 9
Day 10
Day 11
Day 12
Day 13
Day 14
Your detailed itinerary
Tour departing on 19th November 2017
Meals included: 12 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Overview
Experience the essence of Italy following a route packed with highlights of history and inspiring views. Beginning in Rome, venture to Cinque Terra, Florence and Lake Maggiore before heading via Venice, Ravenna and Assisi to the picturesque coastal town of Sorrento.
At a glance
- Rome Sightseeing
- Pisa Leaning Tower of Pisa
- Florence Walking tour
- Genoa Sightseeing tour
- Cinque Terre
- Verona Juliet's balcony
- Venice Canal ride
- Ravenna
- Assisi St Francis Basilica
- Pompeii Guided visit
- Capri
Day 1
Uk - Rome
Fly to Rome where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 2
Rome
Today enjoy a guided visit of the 'Eternal City'. Rome is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and unique. Explore St. Peters square, redesigned between 1656-1667 so that the greatest number of people could receive the Pope's blessing, and visit the Roman Forum and the mighty Colosseum, both icons of Rome’s ancient imperial history.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 3
Rome - Pisa - Montecatini
This morning begin your journey to Montecatini, with a scenic drive through the beautiful scenery of Tuscany. Take a stop in Pisa visiting the the Square of Miracles, a concentration of architectural beauty with the cathedral, the baptistery and the famous leaning tower.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 4
Montecatini - Florence - Montecatini
Enjoy a full day in Florence, including a guided walk of its city centre to take in sights such as the Piazza Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard, Piazza del Duomo and the cathedral with the Giotto Campanile. Admire the magnificent East Door of the Baptistery also known as the "Gate of Paradise" because of the story depicted on the precious bas-relief. Return to the quiet spa town of Montecatini in the late afternoon.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 5
Montecatini - La Spezia - Cinque Terre - Genoa
The highlight of your day is the excursion to the Cinque Terre. Begin your journey today by travelling to La Spezia in Italy's Liguria region. From there,, ride the train to Levanto and stop on the way to enjoy some of the spectacular Cinque Terre villages with their breathtaking views. Continue your journey to Genoa, birthplace of Christopher Columbus. The rest of the evening is at leisure.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 6
Genoa - Milan - Lake Maggiore
Genoa is one of the most important trading cities in the Mediterranean, with a long seafaring tradition. During the guided city tour, you’ll learn more about the 17th century fortifications, the Lanterna - a symbol of Genoa, San Lorenzo cathedral, Christopher Columbus' childhood home and the Palace of the Doges. Later, travel north towards Lake Maggiore, and on the way, stop in Milan to visit the iconic gothic Duomo, located in the heart of the bustling city.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 7
Lake Maggiore - Lugano - Lake Maggiore
Today, some free time to get to know Lake Maggiore or enjoy an included excursion into Switzerland to Lake Lugano, nestled on the Swiss and Italian border. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the lake or take advantage of the many shops in the Lugano town centre.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 8
Lake Maggiore - Verona - Venice Area
Begin your journey across the Po River plains. En route to Venice, stop in Verona to see Juliet's Balcony and explore the rest of the historical centre, such as the Roman Arena, during your free time. Arrival in the Venice area in the late afternoon.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 9
Venice
Begin your day in Venice with a canal boat ride to St Mark's Square. Later, why not take the opportunity to watch Venetian Glassblowers fashion delicate objects or an optional Gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 10
Venice - Ravenna - Assisi - Perugia
Say goodbye to the Veneto region and travel southwards across the Po Delta for a break in Ravenna, a city known for its Romanesque architecture and Byzantine mosaics. Then, continue Assisi for a guided visit to St Francis Basilica, a medieval jewel. Carry on to Perugia, capital of Umbria, for an overnight stay.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 11
Perugia - Pompeii - Sorrento
Travelling south, stop at one of the most amazing Roman archaeological sites to get an insight into ordinary life during the Roman Empire, Pompeii. With a local expert, witness the remains of luxurious villas, temples, theatres and forums destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Later in the day travel to Sorrento, a picturesque seaside resort set on a plateau above the waters of the Bay of Naples. Why not wander the winding streets lined with shops and stalls or enjoy a glass of wine and absorb the easy going life of this charming town.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 12
Sorrento - Capri - Sorrento
Take a boat to the island of Capri, famous for rocky coastline and awe-inspiring caves formed by crashing waves. Explore the maze of streets, fashionable boutiques and restaurants at your own pace, or take an optional sightseeing tour of the island, including all its best known features, before returning to Sorrento.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 13
Sorrento - Rome
After breakfast, enjoy time at leisure to explore further the wonders of Sorrento or enjoy an optional visit to Positano. Later begin your journey north for an afternoon arrival in Rome. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 14
Rome - UK
Transfer from the hotel to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Meals included
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Hotels
- Rome Green Park Villa Pamphili
- Montecatini Park Regina or Settentrionale Esplanade
- Genoa Star Hotel President
- Lake Maggiore Simplon At Baveno
- Venice area Poppi at Mira or Mercure at Marghera
- Perugia La Meridiana
- Sorrento Tirrenia or Ascot or Moon Valley at Vico Equense
- Rome Holiday Inn Parco Dei Medici or Holiday Inn Express San Giovanni
Notes
Special Departures:
Christmas in Rome & New Years in Venice including Reveillon: 24th December 2017 & 2018
Please note that for passengers departing on the 24th December 2017 your overnight accommodation will be in Milan instead of Lake Maggiore.
Tour hotels will be as stated or alternatives of a similar standard.
Latest customer reviews
08/11/2016
Group manager and driver absolutely first class - some negatives about the included hotel meals (best forget them, or pay a bit more for a half decent effort - v frustrating to have to eat real poor food when good restaurants nearby) This negative dealt with in detail on tour survey we submitted on last day.