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Splendours of Italy
9 DAYS FROM £869
A fascinating tour encompassing some of Italy's most historic and beautiful cities, combined with a visit to the famous Chianti wine region.
All this included
Rome City sightseeing with local guide - St Peter's Square, Roman Forum and Colosseum
Orvieto Cathedral visit
San Gimignano Visit
Greve in the Chianti Valley with wine tasting
Florence Walking city sightseeing with local guide
Pisa Square of Miracles
Venice Canal boat ride, orientation & glass blowing demonstration
Assisi St Francis' Basilica
Individual Audio System you will be given headphones and a receiver so you can always hear the tour director/local guides on the coach and on visits.
Flights UK - Paris - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour - 8 breakfasts and 2 dinners
Services of a tour director on tour
Transfers between the overseas airports and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Rome.
Fly to Rome where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore this ancient capital. This evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travellers.
DAY 2: Rome.
The 'Eternal City' - a city steeped in history, vibrantly alive, exciting and absolutely unique! Included sightseeing with a local guide starts in St Peter's Square, followed by a visit to the Roman Forum and the mighty Colosseum. (B)
DAY 3: Rome - Siena.
Journey to the charmingly located city of Orvieto in the Umbria region to visit its black basalt and yellow limestone cathedral, an excellent example of Italian Gothic architecture. By early evening you'll be in Siena with time to visit this jewel of Tuscany. Sit in one of the cafés surrounding the Campo and admire one of Italy's most unique squares, famed the world over for its Palio horse race. (B)
DAY 4: Siena - Florence area.
Drive this morning to San Gimignano, one of Tuscany's greatest attractions. Its medieval squares, town walls, streets, alleyways, and 14 towers make it unique. Next, into the very heart of the Chianti vineyards; watch out for names such as Castellina in Chianti, Badia, Gaiole and Brolio, where classic Chianti wines are produced. Stop in Greve for some wine tasting at a local wine producer. Arrive in the Florence area in time to join the optional Tuscan dinner outing. (B)
DAY 5: Florence.
This Renaissance gem and city of the Medicis will keep you enthralled for a whole day. Traffic is banned in part of the historic centre so visitors can wander at leisure and admire the city's timeless beauty in relative peace and quiet. Don't miss out on the included walking tour with a local guide, which features most of the city highlights. You will see Piazza Santa Croce, beautiful Piazza Signoria, the Palazzo Vecchio and its courtyard, the Loggia dei Lanzi, and to top it all, the Piazza del Duomo and its cathedral with the Giotto Campanile, and the magnificent East Door of the Baptistry known as the 'Gate of Paradise'. (B, D)
DAY 6: Florence area - Pisa - Venice area.
This morning, drive to Pisa for a visit to the Square of Miracles and the amazing Leaning Tower - 180 feet high and no less than 16 feet out of the perpendicular. Later, head across the wooded Apennine Hills into the farmlands of the Po Valley for two nights in the Venice area. (B)
DAY 7: Venice.
Venice is more like a marvellous film set than a real live city, with its criss-crossing canals, gondolas and water buses, arched bridges, palaces and little quiet piazzas. The included orientation starts with a boat ride and is followed by time at leisure and a chance to watch Venetian glassblowers fashion their delicate objects as they did centuries ago. Don't miss out on the optional gondola trip, gliding along the picturesque canals with a local troubadour to serenade you. (B, D)
DAY 8: Venice area - Assisi - Rome.
An interesting drive cutting across the Po Delta, then crossing the Apennines. Stop in Assisi, where St Francis was born in 1182, before visiting the world-famous Basilica with its beautiful frescos by Giotto, then heading for Rome. (B)
DAY 9: Rome - UK.
After breakfast transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Rome: Fleming (4*); Siena: San Gallo Park (3*) or Italia (3*); Montecatini: Plaza E Locanda Maggiore (4*); Venice area: Poppi at Mira or Albatros at Mestre (4*); Rome: Parco Tirreno (4*) or Princess (4*).
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The Platinum Tourer is offered on the following dates; 18 Apr; 9, 30 May; 20 Jun; 11 Jul; 22 Aug; 12 Sep. Enjoy the benefits of a coach specifically designed for luxury touring.
Holiday Extensions
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Add 3 nights in Sorrento - 3 Extra nights from £236
Why not extend your holiday with 3 extra nights in any of the hotels in Sorrento. On day 9 of your tour, transfer to your chosen hotel in Sorrento for 3 nights, before returning to Rome for an additional night. On day 13 (Fri) transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. If the prices for the combination of your choice are not shown on this page, please ask your reservations advisor for details.
Accommodation on Extensions
Add 3 nights in Sorrento - 3 Extra nights from £236
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View Holiday PhotosMajestic Palace
This attractive hotel is tastefully furnished in a charming traditional-style, and stands in its own well-kept gardens in the elegant residential area of St Agnello.
Location: The nearby Marinella beach terrace is 400 metres away, offering magnificent views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. The centre of Sorrento is approximately 2 kilometres away, reached by a courtesy bus which runs approximately 6 times a day.
Facilities: Swimming pool; free sunbeds; sun terrace; gardens; restaurant, weekly buffet dinner with occasional piano bar; stylish lounge and snack bar; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep); hairdresser; beauty salon; sauna and jacuzzi; small gym; table tennis; lift; safety deposit box and minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a lower ground floor twin room with private facilities; terrace or patio; satellite TV; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep) and hairdryer.
Options: Single room; upper floor balcony room.
Official category: 4 star.
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View Holiday PhotosGrand Hotel Cesare Augusto
Enjoying a really desirable position in the centre of Sorrento, this well established hotel is perfect if you like being right in the thick of things. With elegant public areas and well kept colourful gardens, the hotel provides a wonderful base in Sorrento, from which to either relax or explore the town and surrounding area.
Location: In the heart of Sorrento with the main square, Piazza Tasso, shops, bars and restaurants only 50 metres away. Marina Grande and the beach are both easily reached.
Facilities: Panoramic rooftop terrace with swimming pool and snack bar; free sunbeds and towels; lounge; bar; minibar and safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; balcony; air-conditioning (1 Jun-30 Sep) and satellite TV.
Options: Single room.
Official category: 4 star. -
View Holiday PhotosVilla Maria
plusA comfortable, central hotel, the Villa Maria has recently been renovated and is elegantly furnished, and has a range of facilities for you to make the most of. It makes an excellent base from which to enjoy and explore Sorrento and its environs.
Location: In Sorrento centre, with all its shops, restaurants and bars on your doorstep. The beach is just a short walk away, and the marina a little further.
Facilities: Swimming pool; sauna; solarium; jacuzzi; restaurant; breakfast buffet; bar; terrace; room service; small gym; safety deposit box; money exchange.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with private facilities; air-conditioning (May-Sep) and balcony.
Options: Single room (no balcony).
Official category: 3 star.
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