Vacation Overview A Taste of Italy 7 Day Tour from Rome to Venice You ve heard about Italy its mouth-watering cuisine, excellent wine, fabulous art, splendid beauty, ancient ruins, extraordinary statues, and remarkable architecture and now it is your turn to experience it. On this Italy tour, get a taste of what the country has to offer and explore its most famous cities: Rome, Florence, and Venice. Have your camera ready as you discover the historical sights of Rome, including the Colosseum, the amphitheater used for deadly gladiatorial contests; St. Peter s basilica; and the Sistine Chapel, world-famous for Michelangelo s ceiling paintings. You ll see ancient buildings and ruins, and you ll be able to imagine what life was like thousands of years ago. Visit San Gimignano, the medieval hilltop town with its tower houses, and enjoy a Chianti wine tasting, followed by lunch. In Florence, known as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and often referred to as the art capital of Italy, enjoy an escorted walking tour that includes a visit to see Michelangelo s famous David, and spend time shopping for local Florentine goods. In Venice, you ll see the must-see sights, such as St. Mark s Square and Basilica. You ll also have time to explore the maze of streets and discover hidden treasures in their back alleys. Or relax at an outdoor café in St. Mark s Square and enjoy this prime people-watching spot. Throughout this Italy tour, Globus has arranged VIP access, so rather than waiting in long lines, you ll skip the lines at the famous sights. This gives you more time to experience the sights and more time to taste Italy s sumptuous cuisine, shop for Italian goods, explore the stunning churches and museums, and participate in optional excursions. Just imagine the memories you ll create on this fabulous Italian vacation! Itinerary Day 1 - Arrive in Rome, Italy
Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions, and leave the hotel for a special welcome dinner with wine at a local restaurant. (Meals Dinner) Day 2 - Rome Globus unique guided sightseeing includes inside visits to the VATICAN MUSEUMS and SISTINE CHAPEL with Michelangelo s ceiling paintings and The Last Judgment, and monumental ST. PETER S SQUARE and BASILICA to admire Michelangelo s Pietà. Then, drive to the Roman Forum and visit the amazing COLOSSEUM, where gladiators once fought. An optional walking tour with a Local Guide is available to further explore famous sites for those who wish to see it all. (Meals Breakfast) Day 3 - Rome San Gimignano Florence This morning, drive through Umbria along the Highway of the Sun north into Tuscany and its hill-clad vineyards. On your way to San Gimignano, the medieval hilltop town with its tower houses, enjoy lunch at a local farm, followed by a Chianti WINE TASTING. Then, time to walk through the historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next is Florence, Cradle of the Renaissance. (Meals Breakfast & Lunch) Day 4 - Florence During your walking tour with a Local Guide, visit the ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS with Michelangelo s celebrated David, admire the magnificent cathedral, Giotto s Bell Tower, the Baptistry s heavy bronze Gate of Paradise, sculpture-studded SIGNORIA SQUARE, and take pictures of Ponte Vecchio. Time to shop for Florentine leather goods and gold jewelry, sold by the ounce. ( Meals Breakfast) Day 5 - Florence Venice Island A spectacular drive through the wooded Apennine Hills brings you to Venice, a powerful magnet for romantics and art lovers from around the globe. Enter in style by PRIVATE BOAT to meet your Local Guide. Highlights of your walking tour are ST. MARK S SQUARE, a favorite location for many movies, and the byzantine BASILICA, lavish DOGES PALACE and the BRIDGE OF SIGHS. Also watch a skilled GLASSBLOWER fashion delicate objects in an age-old traditional manner, and receive an exclusive gift, just for you! (Meals Breakfast) Day 6 - Venice Island Immerse yourself in the wonderful atmosphere of Venice. Wander through the narrow streets, discover Rialto Bridge, and top it all off by enjoying a farewell drink at famous CAFFÈ FLORIAN while musicians entertain you. Later, why not join an optional cruise to the charming island of Burano, followed by a delicious meal of local specialties? (Meals Breakfast) Day 7 - Venice Island Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Meals Breakfast) Vacation Highlights ROME A special welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter s Square and Basilica, and the Colosseum SAN GIMIGNANO [LF] Wine tasting and lunch; orientation FLORENCE Guided walking tour, visit Michelangelo s David and Signoria Square VENICE Private boat ride, guided walking tour, visit St. Mark s Square and Basilica, Doges Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblower demonstration with exclusive gift; [LF] farewell drink at Caffé Florian Headsets throughout the tour Meals Full buffet breakfast daily; 1 special lunch with wine tasting in San Gimignano; 1 special three-course welcome dinner with wine in Rome; farewell drink in Venice Hotels
Rome Dei Borgia First-Class Hotel dei Borgia is located in the center of Rome, just at 10 minutes walking from the main cultural places. Florence Ambasciatori First-Class Modern hotel built in 1930 with well-appointed, tastefully decorated rooms, near the Metro, the Duomo, LaScala and shopping. Venice Palazzo Selvadego First-Class The Hotel Monaco & Grand Canal enjoys an unparalleled location in Venice overlooking the Grand Canal and next to Ca' Giustinian, the historical headquarters of the Venice Biennale. The hotel is also close to the true heart of the city, St. Mark's Square, and enjoys wonderful views of the Basilica della Salute and the Island of San Giorgio. Excursions Rome Roman Highlights Join your Local Guide for a tailor-made itinerary featuring some of the citys authentic jewels. A life-time experience! Roman Drive and Dinner Enjoy an unforgettable drive through some of the "Eternal City" followed by a 4-course dinner at a popular Roman restaurant.
Florence Highlights of Uffizi Gallery Admire the world's greatest collection of Italian and Florentine art. Florentine Dinner An evening you'll never forget. Find out first-hand that the best and the most delicate food and wines originate in Tuscany. Be sure to come with an appetite! Venice Venetian Dinner Experience an unforgettable evening in Venice. Gondola Enjoy a ride in a traditional gondola, gliding through centuries-old canals, under famous arched bridges, past lavish palaces and quaint piazzas. Lagoon Cruise and Meal in Burano Appreciate the peaceful vistas of the Lagoon while you glide past the islands of Santa Elena, San Michele and the famous Lido. Price Range: $$ Dates and Prices Find the vacation dates that work for you, click "Reserve Now" for a vacation quote. You'll be able to select the number of people traveling, add Travel Protection, and also get an air-inclusive vacation price. You'll find we offer competitive and hassle-free air-inclusive vacations where you receive free airport transfers and flights coordinated with vacation dates. The price listed does not include your airfare, taxes or fees. Once you click "Reserve Now", you will be able to receive an air quote and a final vacation quote. Departure Details Tour Start Date Return Date Land/Cruise Price Only Popular Departure 3/13/2017 3/19/2017 $1,949.00 3/20/2017 3/26/2017 $1,949.00 3/27/2017 4/2/2017 $2,199.00
Popular Departure 4/3/2017 4/9/2017 $2,199.00 4/10/2017 4/16/2017 $2,199.00 4/17/2017 4/23/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 4/24/2017 4/30/2017 $2,199.00 5/1/2017 5/7/2017 $2,199.00 5/8/2017 5/14/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 5/15/2017 5/21/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 5/22/2017 5/28/2017 $2,199.00 5/29/2017 6/4/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 6/5/2017 6/11/2017 $2,199.00 6/12/2017 6/18/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 6/19/2017 6/25/2017 $2,199.00 6/26/2017 7/2/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 7/3/2017 7/9/2017 $2,199.00 7/10/2017 7/16/2017 $2,199.00 7/17/2017 7/23/2017 $2,199.00 7/24/2017 7/30/2017 $2,199.00 Popular Departure 7/31/2017 8/6/2017 $2,149.00 8/7/2017 8/13/2017 $2,149.00 8/14/2017 8/20/2017 $2,149.00 8/21/2017 8/27/2017 $2,199.00 8/28/2017 9/3/2017 $2,349.00 9/4/2017 9/10/2017 $2,349.00 Popular Departure 9/11/2017 9/17/2017 $2,349.00 9/18/2017 9/24/2017 $2,349.00 Popular Departure 9/25/2017 10/1/2017 $2,349.00 10/2/2017 10/8/2017 $2,349.00 10/9/2017 10/15/2017 $2,199.00 10/16/2017 10/22/2017 $2,199.00 10/23/2017 10/29/2017 $2,199.00 10/30/2017 11/5/2017 $2,129.00 Prices based on double room occupancy. Single room supplement: $323 Triple room reduction per person: $73 Extra nights per person in Rome: in single room $157-$235, in twin $91-$162, in triple $83-$137 Extra nights per person in Venice: in single room $208-$213, in twin $174-$187, in triple $155-$159 Four Ways Globus Eliminates the Hassles 1. VIP Access Skip the lines and get special treatment at the must-see attractions. 2. Perfect Hotels We ve done the work to find just the right hotels in just the right locations. 3. Tour Directors Take your heads out of the guidebook and let expert guides make every destination fascinating.
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