ITALIAN RENAISSANCE Travel Plan Detailed itinerary Day 1 London/Venice (arrival) Departure from London. Upon arrival at Venice Airport you will be met by a representative who will hand over your documentation and transfer you by private vehicle to the pier. Continuation by water taxi to your accommodation. Rest of the day at your disposal. In the evening, dinner at the hotel restaurant Club del Doge. Day 2 Venice Today you will be met at your accommodation by the private English speaking guide and you will start the city tour with an introductory walking tour of St. Mark, and including an in- - - depth tour of the interior of St. Mark Basilica, followed by a private one- - - hour boat tour of the Grand Canal and minor canals. Continuation by a magical journey through a labyrinth of back alleys and meandering canals to discover the real Venice. Surrounded by an open air museum, your expert English- - - speaking guide will lead you on a fascinating journey recounting the history of the areas you visit and their important buildings. In the evening, dinner at the top gourmet restaurant Quadri.
Day 3 Venice/Murano & Burano/Venice Meet the private guide in your hotel and start the day visiting the beautiful island of Burano, one of the most picturesque of the Venetian lagoon. Famous for its lace- - - making industry, this charming and colourful fishing village has its streets and canals lined by pastel coloured houses. After a pleasant stroll around the Island of Burano, we'll make our way to Murano which is the most famous of the Venetian Islands, thanks to the world known "Murano Glass", produced here. The people of Venice have been making crystal and glass since the 10th Century, when the Venetian merchants brought back the secrets of production from the East. You will also visit a selected glass- - - factoryand see a demonstration of glass- - - blowing as well as visit the factory's showroom full of beautiful glassware that exemplify the high quality of glass produced on the Island. Transfer back to Venice. In the afternoon, enjoy travelling in a traditional Venetian Gondola, one of the quintessential things to do for most tourists looking for classic city sightseeing tours of Venice. In the evening, dinner at the restaurant Grand Canal. Day 4 Venice/San Cassiano in Badia (Dolomites) Private transfers from Venice to Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa (3 hours approx.), in the heart of the Italian Dolomites and set amidst in the village of San Cassiano in Badia at 1,537 metres above sea level with 750 inhabitants. The Hotel & Spa Rosa Alpina is renowned for a discrete and refined hospitality; it belongs to the tourist district of Alta Badia which was voted "Queen of the Alps" by the prestigious Italian Touring Club. Hotel & Spa Rosa Alpina is a historic mountain retreat reflective of the Dolomites, which have been declared recently Natural World Heritage by the UNESCO. Day at your disposal. Accomodation: Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa deluxe room half board (dinners as per following inclusions)
From day 5 to day 8 San Cassiano in Badia Days at leisure surrounded by the amazing Val Badia scenario. Accomodation: Rosa Alpina Hotel & Spa - - deluxe room half board (dinners as per following inclusions) Day 9 San Cassiano in Badia/Venice/Rome Departure from Venicestationwith Frecciarossa high speed train to Rome. Upon arrival to Rome, transfer to your accommodation and rest of the day at your disposal.in the evening, dinner at the famous Il Pagliaccio (2* Michelin). Day 10 Rome Meet the guide at your hotel: the day will start with a three- - - hour walking tour of the Ancient Roman Forum combined with an in- - - depth tour of the Colosseum, and followed by a chance to admire and discuss Constantine's Arch & the Palatine Hill. Visit the Colosseum without standing- - - in- - - line. Learn about the games once held here, the lives of the Gladiators, and understand the complex inner- - - workings of the arena that enabled the Romans to stage such spectacular events. Travel in a private air- - - conditioned vehicle with special permission to drive through the historical centre of Rome enabling you to see and do more in the company of your licensed expert Rome tour guide. You'll see all the must- - - see sights and some of its hidden treasures that litter the historical centre of the Eternal city. Enjoy tours of the Pantheon & the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona. Drive up to one of Rome's seven hills to enjoy incredible views over the Eternal city. Transfer back to the hotel. In the evening, dinner at Aroma restaurant. Day 11 Rome Meet the private guide in your hoteland start the day with the must- - - see sights of the Vatican museums, spending as much time as possible at Sistine Chapel where you'll interpret the works of the genius of the Renaissance as your guide explains the great influences that inspired Michelangelo. Your guide will entertain you with rich anecdotes that will shed light on the famous Popes of Rome their conclave through which Popes are elected, the incredible lifestyles of the Popes during the enlightened years of the Renaissance. In the vast open spaces of St. Peter's Basilica, we'll discover and discuss Bernini's Papal Canopy and Michelangelo's incredible Pietà.
The tour continues with a private transfer to the Colosseum to enjoy a walking tour of the Ancient Roman Forum combined with an in- - - depth tour of the Colosseum. Transfer back to your hotel. In the evening, dinner at the Antonello Colonna restaurant. Day 12 Rome London Transfer to the airport and embark the flight to London. TOTAL QUOTATION (based on 2 adults) 21,000 The above quotation includes: Flight tickets and airport taxes Transfers as per the itinerary Accommodation as per the itinerary Scheduled activities as per the program 3 dinners in Venice (wine & beverages at extra charge) Two vouchers per person of 50.00 each for two dinners on two evenings of your choice in Wine Bar & Grill restaurant at Rosa Alpina (wine & beverages at extra charge) 1 Fondue for two persons in Fondue Stube at Rosa Alpina (wine & beverages at extra charge) 1 dinner for two persons with a 5 course tasting menu at the top gastronomic restaurant St. Hubertus (2* Michelin) at Rosa Alpina (wines and beverages at extra charge) 1 dinner for two person at the prestigious La Siriola restaurant (1* Michelin), including transfers to/from the restaurant ((wines and beverages at extra charge) 3 dinners in Rome (wine & beverages at extra charge) A Euro 60.00 voucher per person for a luxury beauty treatment of your choice at the exclusive Beauty Spa Rosa Alpina Free access to the hotel s spa facilities (swimming pool, sauna, steam bath, whirlpool, gym) at Rosa Alpina 4 days DolomitiSuperski ski pass (includes 450 chairlifts for a total of 760 miles of ski runs) 4 days ski rental (4 or 5* carving skis) Shuttle service to the skiing slopes (300 m away from the hotel) VAT and service charges in Val Badia Only
The above quotation excludes: Personal Insurance All items of personal nature Tourist taxes Changes or deviation from the itinerary Excursions not stated Tips and gratuities Additional meals Any item not specified above You should be informed that: Single supplement available on request Cancellations If a participant had to give up the trip, will be entitled to a refund of the amount paid less the booking fee (if applicable) and the penalties listed in our brochures, in addition to the costs and expenses to be incurred for the cancellation of services, estimated at a flat rate 50.00 per person. Some properties reserve the right to impose penalties other than those listed in the regulations. Airline tickets are non- - - refundable and subject to penalties for changes.