Italy Bellissimo (11 Days)

Guide

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver

Meals

5 Dinner (D) 10 Breakfast (B)

Others

Montecatini Terme: Join the Callistri family at their borgo in the Hamlet of Limonaia for a delicious Italian Be My Guest dinner, olive oil tasting and leisurely walk through their olive groves and lemon orchards. Rome: Gain early access to the Vatican Museums to marvel at the magnificent work of Michelangelo in the Sistine Chapel. Rome: During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city. Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a passionate local. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, and stand beside the Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators. Pompeii: Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century. Capri: Join a Local Specialist on a walk through elegant Capri to gain insight into the island's local culture and historic landmarks. Assisi: With a Local Specialist, find out why the Basilica of St. Francis is considered to be one of the crowning artisitic achievements of 13th-century Europe. Modena: Travel through the lush landscape of Emilia-Romagna, past hilltop towns and agricultural lands. Pisa: During an orientation, your Travel Director will show you the baptistery, cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square. Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration. San Gimignano: Visit the medieval Manhattan of Italy as you explore the UNESCO-listed center of San Gimignano and admire the city's distinctive towers. Perugia: Meet the Alliance for Artisan Enterprise in Perugia. Discover the history of Italian hand-weaving during a private demonstration, and see how your visit helps preserve this traditional art form. Venice: Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit. : VIP Admission to the Vatican Museums : Explore Rome, Pompeii, Capri, Assisi and Florence with a Local Specialist : Discover Venice, Perugia and San Gimignano : Visit St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice : View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Santa Croce Basilica, the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio in Florence : Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice Assisi: Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery in nearby Santa Maria degli Angeli. Venice: Romantic poet Robert Browning loved this 'gracious country home' and you will too when you stay in this beautiful and eclectic hotel built in the 19th-century on Lido Island. : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted : All porterage and restaurant gratuities : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys) : Return cruise to the Isle of Capri : Optional Experiences and free time An expert Travel Director and professional Driver Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted All porterage and restaurant gratuities All hotel tips, charges and local taxes Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing Return cruise to the Isle of Capri Optional Experiences and free time

Transport

Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

Accommodation

Grand Tiberio Regina Cristina Cenacolo Albergo Quattro Fontane Lido Minerva Palace Shangri-La

Hygieneprotocol

All guests travelling with Trafalgar through December 31, 2022 are required to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, which may include a booster shot to keep the vaccination status current and valid, depending on the travel destination. Children not eligible for vaccination and/or booster at the time of travel must provide a verifiable and negative Covid-19 test result, taken within 72 hours prior to the start of the tour (taking time zones into consideration) for all tours departing until December 31, 2022. While highly recommended, COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters are no longer required for guests traveling with us from January 1, 2023 onward. It is your client’s responsibly to comply with specific vaccine and/or booster requirements imposed by airlines and/or authorities in the destinations visited, as well as requirements for accessing restaurants and venues, which may be more restrictive than the above. No refunds will be given if they are unable to undertake some or all of their vacation due to failure to comply with these requirements.

Others

Other activities and services not included.

Flights

International flights are not included.

Optional

AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Piazzas and Fountains of Rome Discover the most charming areas in the city with a Local Specialist. Wander through the labyrinth of narrow streets and beautiful squares of Rome's historic centre, leading to highlights such as the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, as well as hidden corners of the Eternal City. Adult Price: €33.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 2 Roman Evening with Dinner Spend a light-hearted evening with us in Rome. Relax and enjoy typical Italian cuisine with drinks and music. Afterwards, we’ll enjoy a drive and provide a glimpse into how Romans enjoy their city. Adult Price: €62.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 3 Sorrento Countryside and Farmhouse Meal Join us at a traditional farm in the Sorrento countryside, where you'll visit the lemon groves, ancient olive oil mill and see first-hand how mozzarella is made. Afterwards, enjoy the authentic flavours of home-produced cold cuts, marinated vegetables, fresh olives and more - all washed down with the local wine. The atmosphere tonight is informal, as the family are welcoming you into their home. Adult Price: €51.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 4 Best of Capri Take in amazing views of the 'jet-set' island of Capri. Experience spectacular cliffs, famous turquoise waters and white grotto the best way: by boat. Visit the villa of Swedish author Axel Munthe in Anacapri, whose gardens are rated amongst the finest in Europe. In the event of inclement weather and the boat is unable to run, there will be a reduction in price. Adult Price: €65.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 6 Gondolas and the Grand Canal Join us for a breathtaking cruise by private water taxi along Venice's Grand Canal. You'll admire the magnificent palazzi, as well as catching a glimpse of the Rialto Bridge and St. Mark's Square. Later on, you'll glide gracefully on a gondola along Venice's dreamy, narrow waterways. Adult Price: €76.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 Venice's Secrets and St. Mark's Basilica Explore the hidden maze of streets which make up this unique city as your Local Specialist gives you a fascinating insight into Venice's past and present. You’ll visit the majestic Basilica of St Mark, where you'll admire magnificent mosaics in one of the most ornate churches in the world. Adult Price: €38.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 7 Lagoon Cruise to Burano with Food and Drinks This afternoon, discover the Venetian Lagoon by private boat. You'll enjoy a delicious meal, with a selection of drinks, on the fishermen's island of Burano, famous for its multi-coloured houses - a photographer's paradise. Adult Price: €72.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 8 Dinner, Wine and Music in the Tuscan Hills Take a scenic drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to a delightful regional restaurant set among pines and cypress trees. Here a feast of gastronomic specialities awaits, accompanied by wines from nearby vineyards and wonderful music. Adult Price: €64.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change. AVAILABLE ON DAY 9 Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia Enjoy an insight into the world of Michelangelo and his masterpiece, David. We'll visit the Academy of Fine Arts and its Michelangelo collection, where you'll learn all about the life and works of this immortal Renaissance genius through the expert commentary of our Local Specialist. This optional is subject to availability and involves reservations and entrance prepayments. Should you decide to cancel this optional, a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred. Adult Price: €47.00* * The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.

Insurance

Insurance is not included.