Treasures of Italy
8 DAYS FROM £945
A tableau of historic sights and scenic beauty, featuring Italy's three key cities of culture as well as the beautiful Bay of Naples.
Included Highlights
Venice Canal boat ride, orientation & glass-blowing demonstration
Assisi St Francis' Basilica
Capri Boat trip from Sorrento
Pompeii Archaeological site
Rome City sightseeing with local guide, St Peter's Square, Roman Forum and Colosseum
Florence Walking sightseeing tour
Included in the Price
Flights: UK - Venice - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 4 dinners (D)
Professional tour director on tour and local representative in resort
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Venice area.
Fly to Venice where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay. (D)
DAY 2: Venice - Assisi.
Venice, a city of unparalleled beauty, offers a feast of wonderful sights. Imagine the delightful criss-crossing canals, the gondolas, water buses, arched bridges, palaces and little quiet piazzas. Your day starts with a canal boat ride to the heart of Venice followed by an orientation of this delightful city and a typical Venetian glass-blowing demonstration. In the afternoon we head south, crossing the Po River and following the 'backbone' of Italy, the Apennines, to the beautiful hilltop town of Assisi for an overnight stay. (B, D)
DAY 3: Assisi - Sorrento.
In the morning we visit Assisi's beautiful Basilica of St Francis, with its world-famous frescoes by Giotto, before heading across the Apennines to the glorious azure Bay of Naples and the spectacular setting of Sorrento, your base for the next two nights. (B)
DAY 4: Capri.
A favourite haunt of the jet set, Capri is a beautiful island with many sightseeing attractions. We'll travel by ferry to this legendary island, landing in Capri Town, with its pretty piazza, maze of streets, fashionable boutiques and smart restaurants. There's a chance to join our optional tour around the island and enjoy some stunning panoramic views. (B, D)
DAY 5: Sorrento - Pompeii - Rome.
In the morning we visit the archaeological site of Pompeii with local guide, the incredible ancient city which was buried for centuries by lava ashes from the volcano, Vesuvius. You will see the well-preserved remains of villas, temples and the forum. In the afternoon, we head for the 'Eternal City', Rome, where you will spend the next two nights. (B)
DAY 6: Rome. Included sightseeing.
Rome never ceases to amaze and delight, with its rich legacy of history and culture and its stylish, vibrant atmosphere. Our included sightseeing tour starts in St Peter's Square, followed by a visit to the Roman Forum and the mighty Colosseum. There's also a full programme of great-value optional excursions to choose from, including an evening outing with dinner. (B)
DAY 7: Rome - Florence area. Included sightseeing.
Heading north, we travel through central Italy and into the lush countryside of Tuscany. We arrive in the area in time for an afternoon visit to the Tuscan capital Florence, a living museum, packed with art and architecture from the glory days of the Renaissance. Your included walking tour with local guide will take you to most of the sightseeing highlights, including the Piazza Santa Croce, the Piazza Signoria, the Palazzo Vecchio, the Piazza del Duomo with its magnificent cathedral, and the Loggia dei Lanzi. (B, D)
DAY 8: Florence area - Venice - UK.
Enjoy a last lingering look at the glorious Tuscan countryside. Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Venice area: Palladio at Malcontenta (3*) or Albatros at Mestre (4*); Assisi: Antonelli at Santa Maria Degli Angeli (3*); Sorrento Area: Rivage or Central Park (3*); Rome: Fleming (4*); Florence area: Europa at Signa (3*).
Platinum Tourer
The ultimate in comfort travel, why not choose to upgrade to our Platinum Tourer Coach?
The Platinum Tourer is offered on the following dates 21 Jun, 5, 19 Jul, 2, 16 & 30 Aug. Enjoy the benefits of a coach specifically designed for luxury touring.
Holiday Extensions
View Holiday PhotosAdd the Eastern Mediterranean Cruise -
Why not extend your stay with a fantastic cruise round the eastern Mediterranean? On day 8 (Sun) of your tour you will be transferred to the port in Venice to embark MSC Musica. After your cruise you will transfer to Venice airport for your flight to the UK.
View Holiday PhotosAdd a week in Lake Garda - 7 Extra nights from £266
After your tour, why not stay on for a relaxing week by beautiful Lake Garda?
You can extend your holiday with a week in any of the hotels in Lake Garda. If the price for the combination of your choice is not shown on this page please ask your reservations advisor for details.
On day 8 (Sun) of your tour, after leaving Florence you will be transferred to the hotel of your choice for a week's stay before returning to Venice airport for your flight home.
View Holiday PhotosAdd a week in Lido di Jesolo - 7 Extra nights from £150
After your tour, why not stay on for a relaxing week by the popular beach resort of Lido di Jesolo? You can extend your holiday with a week in any of the hotels in Lido di Jesolo. If the price for the combination of your choice is not shown on this page please ask your reservations advisor for details.
On day 8 (Sun) of your tour, after leaving Florence you will be transferred to the hotel of your choice for a week's stay before returning to Venice airport for your flight home.
Accommodation on Extensions
Add the Eastern Mediterranean Cruise -
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View Deck PlansMSC Musica
Your cruise ship, the Italian owned MSC Musica, was built specifically for MSC Cruises and launched in June 2006. This elegant ship has been designed with unmistakeable Italian style décor, fully equipped with the highest quality materials and luxurious amenities to guarantee you cruise in comfort. On board, you will find a long-standing dedication to hospitality and service, in a warm and friendly environment.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Sun deck; 2 swimming pools; 9 bars; 2 poolside bars; theatre; shopping gallery; fitness centre; spa area; hairdresser; beauty centre; foreign exchange; laundry service; library and internet café.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There are 4 restaurants on board, serving the finest international cuisine with a number of Italian speciality choices as well. Main dining is in 2 restaurants, however, in addition there is 1 cafeteria and 1 à la carte restaurant.
Cabins
All cabins have twin or double beds; some cabins may have upper bunks for additional travelling companions; air-conditioning/heating; TV; telephone; radio; minibar; safe; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a category 2 inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
2 Twin/double inside lower deck cabin
3 Twin/double inside upper deck cabin
4 Twin/double outside lower deck cabin
6 Twin/double outside lower deck cabin with balcony
11 Twin/double outside upper deck cabin with balcony
Tipping
It is customary to tip staff on board that give a personal service. In order to help, a sum of approximately 6 euros per person per day will be added as a fixed amount to your on board account. This gratuity will be shared amongst the staff. This is of course discretionary and should you wish to make adjustments, you may do so by contacting the guest reception desk at any point during your cruise.
Add a week in Lake Garda - 7 Extra nights from £266
View Holiday PhotosPanorama
As the name implies this well equipped and comfortable hotel offers superb panoramic views over Lake Garda.
Location: The highlight of this hotel is no doubt its spectacular, elevated location overlooking the lake, Limone itself is about 1.5 kilometres away.
Facilities: Swimming pool with sunbeds and parasols; small private lakeside beach with mooring facilities; indoor pool with whirlpool; sauna and fitness area; lounge with satellite TV; pool/snack bar (mid Jun-Sep), lounge bar; tennis court; table tennis; bowls; open-air chess; minigolf; live music three times a week; free regular shuttle bus to Limone (9am-11pm); lift; safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony; lake view; satellite TV; air-conditioning (Jun-Aug).
Options: Single room; junior suite with jacuzzi.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: A choice of local wine, beer or soft drinks, all on draught, included during dinner; complimentary afternoon tea or coffee and biscuits (from 4-5pm); candlelit Gala dinner and live music once a week; complimentary bottle of sparkling wine for all bookings made before 28 February 2009.
View Holiday PhotosContinental
A traditional family-run hotel in a tranquil location, offering exceptional standards of service and comfort, the Continental also offers a host of special dinners to help make your stay all the more memorable.
Location: This attractive modern hotel set in its own impressive olive gardens, is on an elevated plateau in the little hamlet of Nago, just on the outskirts of Torbole, and 2 kilometres from the lake itself. A courtesy bus operates to Nago-Torbole.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds, parasols and pool towels; indoor pool with jacuzzi and sauna; sun terrace; bright, spacious restaurant (4 course evening meals with choice of menu and salad buffet); retro 'Living Metal Café' with comfortable seating, serving drinks and cocktails; twice weekly gala dinners with live music and dancing; bicycle hire; safety deposit box and minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony; hairdryer; satellite TV and air-conditioning (15 Jun-15 Sep).
Options: Single room with terrace.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: No single room supplement; free afternoon tea or coffee and biscuits (4-5pm); complimentary 1/4 litre of wine and 1/2 litre mineral water with evening meal; complimentary hot and cold Italian style buffet or packed lunch daily from 12.30-1.30pm (available 15 Jun-30 August 2009).
View Holiday PhotosGarda
plusIdeally positioned to enjoy the full beauties of the lake, this recently refurbished hotel stands back from the main road in pleasant surroundings. The atmosphere is friendly and comfortable with the evenings very much relaxed.
Location: Just 150 metres from the lake. There are shops and restaurants in the vicinity and the resort centre is 1 kilometre away.
Facilities: Swimming pool with sunbeds, parasols and pool towels; sun terrace; new modern lounge area serving snacks and drinks; spacious restaurant and 4 course evening meals with choice of menu and salad buffet; twice weekly gala dinners with live music and dancing; safety deposit box and minibar in bedrooms; lift.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony; satellite TV; air-conditioning (mid Jun-mid Sep) and hairdryer.
Options: Single room (no balcony).
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: No single room supplement; complimentary afternoon tea or coffee and biscuits (4-5pm); complimentary 1/4 litre of wine and 1/2 litre mineral water with evening meal; complimentary hot and cold Italian-style buffet or packed lunch daily from 12.30-1.30pm (15 Jun-30 Aug 2009); free use of bicycles when available.
Add a week in Lido di Jesolo - 7 Extra nights from £150
View Holiday PhotosKennedy
A pleasant and friendly hotel on the main shopping street very close to the beach, makes this an excellent choice for your holiday base.
Location: The sandy beach is only 50 metres away; a selection of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants are just outside the hotel which itself is situated close to Piazza Milano, at the quieter end of the resort.
Facilities: Swimming pool with sunbeds and parasols; private beach with free deck chairs and parasols; restaurant; terrace snack bar; lounge bar with satellite TV; lift; satellite TV, safety deposit box and air-conditioning (charge) in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc and balcony.
Options: Side sea view.
Official category: 3 star.
View Holiday PhotosLe Soleil
The popular Hotel Le Soleil is a modern and bright hotel standing right on the beach. The hotel is furnished and decorated to the highest standard and offers guests a wealth of on site amenities as well as a convenient location for the hub of Lido di Jesolo.
Location: The hotel is situated right on the beach opposite the popular Piazza Aurora and just 50 metres from bars, restaurants and shops. The newly built 18-hole golf course is just a 20 minute walk away.
Facilities: Swimming pool with hydro-massage; grass and sand sun terrace with sunloungers (charge); private section of the beach with free sunbeds; TV room with satellite channels; card room; restaurant; breakfast room with outdoor terrace; snack bar; pool bar; cocktail bar; weekly candelit dinner (high season); minibar and air-conditioning (charge) in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath or shower and wc; balcony; satellite TV; safety deposit box and hairdryer.
Options: Side sea view; single room.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: Use of bicycles when available.
View Holiday PhotosEden
Recently renovated in a modern Italian design and situated just off the lively Piazza Mazzini in the heart of the resort, the Eden with its relaxed atmosphere, makes a great holiday base.
Location: On Piazza Mazzini, close to shops, restaurants and trendy bars. 100 metres from the beach and 20 minutes from the local golf course.
Facilities: Restaurant; lounge bar/terrace; swimming pool; solarium; free use of private beach with parasols and sunbeds; satellite TV and telephone in bedrooms; lift.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room, with shower and wc; safety deposit box; air-conditioning and hairdryer.
Options: Balcony.
Official category: 3 star.
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