Enchanting Italy
A 8 day trip to Italy provided by Car Italy and Tours Corp
On this essential highlights tour, visit Italy’s most magical cities: Venice, Florence and Rome. Built on over 100 islets, linked by 400 bridges, Venice is the only city in the world that is built entirely on water. The city has captivated poets, painters and writers for centuries and continues to charm visitors with its fragile beauty. Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its palaces, churches and museums overflow with masterful paintings and sculpture. The Eternal City of Rome, sprawling among its seven hills, is fascinating for both its ancient and its modern wonders. All that surrounds a visitor in Rome – the stunning art and architecture, the grandeur of scale and the city’s lively citizens – guarantee an unforgettable visit.
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Departures:
Every Friday from Rome, Italy from May 2 - Oct 17, 2008
Price:
Rates from $1,875, per person, double occupancy
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 :
Upon arrival at Rome Fiumicino airport, meet and greet by tour escort and transfer to hotel. Time at leisure in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight.
Day 2 :
After breakfast, transfer to St. Peter for the visit of the Basilica and its magnificent square, then proceed by private bus for the walking guided panoramic tour of the Capitol Hill, the Forum and the Colosseum (from outside).Before dinner enjoy a suggestive walking tour including Baroque Rome, with some of the masterpieces of Bernini and Borromini. Special welcome dinner with show and wine included. Return to your hotel. Overnight.
Day 3 :
After breakfast, departure to Siena. Arrival in Siena. Walking tour of the city to admire the Dome (outside), the magnificent square known as Il Campo, where twice a year the Palio race is run on bareback horses. Late in the afternoon, arrive in Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance, known worldwide for its unequaled treasures. Overnight in Florence. Dinner in local typical restaurant.
Day 4 :
After breakfast, guided visit of Florence, including the Cathedral, Giotto's bell tower, the doors of the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, the Church of Santa Croce, the Pantheon of many famous Italian artists. Lunch in local restaurant. After lunch, excursion to Pisa to admire The Leaning Tower and the Cathedral. Evening free to stroll through Florence, to find the best leather products or a quaint restaurant for dinner. Overnight in Florence.
Day 5 :
After breakfast, time at leisure for shopping or personal discoveries. Early in the afternoon departure to Venice. A stop is planned at Michelangelo's square for a last photo opportunity. Arrival in Venice, the “Door of the Orient”. Overnight.
Day 6 :
After breakfast, guided visit of St-Mark's Square and neighboring sites. Rest of the day at leisure to discover this unique city. Late afternoon departure to San Marino. Dinner and overnight.
Day 7 :
After breakfast, free time to discover this wonderful town. Proceed to Assisi, a great religious town significant of the life of St-Francis. Visit of the great Basilica with its magnificent paintings by Giotto, and of the interesting medieval city. Continue to Rome, driving through magnificent Umbria, the ‘Green Heart' of Italy. Arrival in Rome late afternoon. Special dinner in a typical Roman restaurant. Overnight at hotel nearby the Airport.
Day 8 :
After breakfast, transfer to Fiumicino airport.
