Europe & Britain 2012: Rome and Tuscan Highlights 2012
Tour Type: At Leisure
Brochure Type: Europe & Britain 2012
Visit glorious Rome and the rolling hills of Tuscany, blessed with beauty, wine and an incomparable artistic legacy! Stop in medieval Siena, famous for the Palio horse race. Marvel at Pisa's Leaning Tower, the wonders of Florence, the spiritual town of Assisi and visit the birthplace of da Vinci.
Sightseeing Highlights
Brochure Type: Europe & Britain 2012
Visit glorious Rome and the rolling hills of Tuscany, blessed with beauty, wine and an incomparable artistic legacy! Stop in medieval Siena, famous for the Palio horse race. Marvel at Pisa's Leaning Tower, the wonders of Florence, the spiritual town of Assisi and visit the birthplace of da Vinci.
Sightseeing Highlights
- Rome Sightseeing includes views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus. Included visit to St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel.
- San Gimignano Visit this medieval town with its ancient towers.
- Siena Visit the medieval Tuscan city, home of the Palio horse race.
- Pisa Visit the Square of Miracles. View the Cathedral, Leaning Tower and Baptistery.
- Vinci Visit this beautiful Tuscan town named after the Renaissance polymath Leonard da Vinci.
- Florence Sightseeing tour includes Signoria Square and the Duomo. View the Ponte Vecchio. Includes hop-on hop-off sightseeing tickets.
- Tuscan Countryside Visit an olive grove including tastings of various varieties.
- Assisi Sightseeing includes St. Francis Basilica.
- Welcome Reception including light snacks and Welcome Drinks with your Travel Director in Rome.
- 8 hot buffet breakfasts.
- Be My Guest dinner in Agriturismo.
- 1 three-course dinner with local wine.
- Local restaurant highlight lunch with wine in Florence.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in a trattoria in Rome.
- First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- Travel by luxury, air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an onboard restroom.
- The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey.
- Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.
- A qualified Local Guide in Rome, Florence and Assisi.
- Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
Call (321) 632-5610 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10458388
- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Duration
- 10 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to Rome. |
| Day 2 | Rome | ARRIVE ROME: Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! The city stands on the Tiber river and enjoys a long and celebrated history. Relax after your journey. Later, meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. Then an orientation drive will show you the Tiber and St. Peter's Basilica - a perfect introduction to the sights which await you! Milton/Grand Hotel Tiberio (First Class) |
| Day 3 | MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS) | ROME SIGHTSEEING - MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS) (6 NIGHTS): Your expert Local Guide takes you on a guided sightseeing tour starting at the Vatican City. Visit St. Peter's Basilica and then enjoy a small group sightseeing visit inside the Sistine Chapel. Cross the Tiber River and see the Forum, centre of daily life in ancient Rome. View the Colosseum - the largest built in the Roman Empire - where public events and gladiatorial contests were held. Later, enjoy a spectacular scenic drive through the Tuscan Hills to the spa resort of Montecatini, your home for the next six nights! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) Francia e Quirinale/Grand Hotel Tamerici & Principe (First Class) |
| Day 4 | SAN GIMIGNANO AND SIENA EXCURSION | SAN GIMIGNANO AND SIENA EXCURSION: Explore San Gimignano known as the 'medieval Manhattan', famed for its ring of towers which can be seen several kilometers from town. Shop for locally produced delicacies and hand-painted Tuscan pottery. Later, in Siena, see the Piazza del Campo, scene of the celebrated annual Palio horse race, and the stunning marble Cathedral which dominates the town. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 5 | PISA AND VINCI EXCURSION | PISA AND VINCI EXCURSION: In the coastal town of Pisa see the famous Leaning Tower, the finely sculpted marble Cathedral and the ornate Baptistery. Then travel to the scenic Tuscan town of Vinci where you will hear all about the life of Leonardo da Vinci and enjoy an included visit to the Museo Leonardiano containing some of his work. Join your fellow travellers tonight for a wonderful Be My Guest dinner experience with beautiful views over the Tuscan hills. (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner) |
| Day 6 | Montecatini | MONTECATINI AT LEISURE: Montecatini Terme is one of Italy's most popular thermal spa destinations, and you have the entire day to do exactly as you please! Your Travel Director will be available for suggestions on how to spend your day. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 7 | Florence | FLORENCE EXCURSION: Your expert Local Guide gives you a fascinating account of the history of Renaissance Florence during your walking tour. See the magnificent Duomo and Piazza Signoria. View the Ponte Vecchio bridge, one of the city's most famous landmarks. Experience a delicious Highlight Lunch in a local restaurant and then return to Montecatini for a relaxing afternoon. (Buffet Breakfast / Highlight Lunch) |
| Day 8 | Florence | FLORENCE EXCURSION: Return to Florence today to utilise your included 'hop-on hop-off' sightseeing ticket. After some time for sightseeing and shopping, you may decide to take an optional excursion to the Accademia to see Michelangelo's David - possibly the most famous sculpture in the world. (Buffet Breakfast) |
| Day 9 | Rome | MONTECATINI (TUSCAN HILLS) - ASSISI - ROME: Set on the slopes of Mount Subasio, Assisi is the birthplace of St. Francis. Visit the Basilica during your walking tour with an expert Local Guide. In Rome tonight, celebrate the end of your with your companions at a Farewell Dinner. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner) Sheraton Golf/Una Hotel (Superior First Class) |
| Day 10 | Return USA | ROME - USA: Say 'arrivederci Roma' at the end of a relaxing and memorable Italian holiday. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (Buffet Breakfast) |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class
