A TASTE OF ITALY (LH2012)
A 7-Day Globus Tours tour starting from $1,869
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| Tour Length: | 7 Days | |
| Countries Visited: | Italy | |
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Hotels
ROME
Cicerone (SF),
FLORENCE
Athenaeum (F),
VENICE ISLAND
Residence Palazzo Selvadego (F)
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily (B); one special welcome dinner (D) with wine in Rome; farewell drink in Venice
Arrive in Rome, Italy. Time to rest or start exploring the “Eternal City.” At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions and leave the hotel for a special welcome dinner with wine at one of Rome’s lively restaurants. (D)
Day 2:
Rome. Sightseeing with your Local Guide this morning concentrates on religious Rome: visit the VATICAN MUSEUMS and SISTINE CHAPEL, world famous for Michelangelo’s ceiling paintings and The Last Judgement. Next, visit monumental ST. PETER’S SQUARE and BASILICA. Then, time for independent activities and exciting optional excursion possibilities. (B)
Day 3:
Rome–Florence. Start with a guided visit to the COLOSSEUM and the ROMAN FORUM, where Roman legions marched in triumph. In the early afternoon, drive along the Highway of the Sun north into Tuscany and its hill-clad vineyards, which house the famous Chianti wine, to Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance”. You may wish to join an optional dinner outing to a fine Tuscan restaurant and try out the Chianti wines. (B)
Day 4:
Florence. During your walking tour with a Local Guide, visit the ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS with Michelangelo’s celebrated David, admire the magnificent cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze “Gate of Paradise,” sculpture-studded SIGNORIA SQUARE, and visit SANTA CROCE BASILICA with the tomb of Michelangelo. The afternoon is free. Florentine leather goods and gold jewelry sold by the ounce are attractive buys. (B)
Day 5:
Florence–Venice. Through the wooded Apennine Hills and the lush plains of the River Po, the largest river in Italy, to Venice, a powerful magnet for romantics and art lovers from around the globe. Enter in style by PRIVATE BOAT to meet your Local Guide. Highlights of your walking tour are ST. MARK’S SQUARE and the byzantine BASILICA, lavish DOGES’ PALACE and the BRIDGE OF SIGHS. Also watch skilled GLASSBLOWERS fashion their delicate objects in an age-old traditional manner. (B)
Day 6:
At Leisure in Venice. A whole day to explore Venice on your own. Wander through the narrow streets, discover Rialto Bridge, and top it all off with a farewell drink at famous CAFFÉ FLORIAN. Later, why not join an optional cruise to the charming island of Burano followed by a delicious meal of local specialties to celebrate the success of your Italian vacation? (B)
Day 7:
Venice. Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
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3/12/2012 - 3/18/2012 |
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3/26/2012 - 4/1/2012 |
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4/2/2012 - 4/8/2012 |
$2,179 |
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4/9/2012 - 4/15/2012 |
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4/16/2012 - 4/22/2012 |
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5/14/2012 - 5/20/2012 |
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5/21/2012 - 5/27/2012 |
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5/28/2012 - 6/3/2012 |
$2,179 |
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6/4/2012 - 6/10/2012 |
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6/11/2012 - 6/17/2012 |
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6/18/2012 - 6/24/2012 |
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6/25/2012 - 7/1/2012 |
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7/2/2012 - 7/8/2012 |
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7/9/2012 - 7/15/2012 |
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7/16/2012 - 7/22/2012 |
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7/23/2012 - 7/29/2012 |
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7/30/2012 - 8/5/2012 |
$2,179 |
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8/6/2012 - 8/12/2012 |
$2,129 |
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8/13/2012 - 8/19/2012 |
$2,129 |
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8/20/2012 - 8/26/2012 |
$2,129 |
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8/27/2012 - 9/2/2012 |
$2,129 |
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9/3/2012 - 9/9/2012 |
$2,329 |
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9/10/2012 - 9/16/2012 |
$2,329 |
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9/17/2012 - 9/23/2012 |
$2,329 |
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9/24/2012 - 9/30/2012 |
$2,329 |
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10/1/2012 - 10/7/2012 |
$2,179 |
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10/8/2012 - 10/14/2012 |
$2,179 |
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10/15/2012 - 10/21/2012 |
$2,179 |
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10/22/2012 - 10/28/2012 |
$2,179 |
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10/29/2012 - 11/4/2012 |
$2,179 |
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11/5/2012 - 11/11/2012 |
$2,029 |
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11/19/2012 - 11/25/2012 |
$2,029 |
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12/3/2012 - 12/9/2012 |
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12/17/2012 - 12/23/2012 |
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City Highlights
Rome
Welcome dinner at a local restaurant; guided sightseeing, visit the Colosseum and Roman Forum, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica
Florence
Guided walking tour, visit Michelangelo’s David, Signoria Square, and Santa Croce Basilica
Venice
Private boat ride, guided walking tour, visit St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs; glassblowers’ demonstration; farewell drink at Caffé FlorianHeadsets throughout the tour
Globus Disclaimer - Indicates that this departure and vacation is available for 2012 early booking. Book and deposit to lock in an early guaranteed price and save 10% on the land-only price. Booking must be made and under deposit between June 29, 2011 and September 13, 2011 for travel between April 1 and December 31, 2012. All tours will be open for 2012 bookings in the Fall of 2011. Vacation upgrades and/or additions will not be available for early booking, as well as, any extra pre- or post-night pricing until the Fall of 2011. With the exception of Journeys Club discounts, future travel promotions are not applicable and are not retroactive on early bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Applies to new 2012 bookings only. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
Price Details US
Dates and prices do not include international air travel. When planning your trip, allow one extra day before tour date for travel between the USA and Europe.Prices based on double room occupancy.Single room supplement:$249Triple room reduction per person:$69Extra nights per person in Rome:in single room $226, in twin room $165, in triple room $138Extra nights per person in Venice:in single room $245, in twin room $210, in triple room $1802013 departures are subject to itinerary and price modification. Details will be available in Sept. 2012.
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Ratings & Reviews:
This tour's average rating:
(4 out of 5, Based on 3 ratings) Write a review.
The most recent reviews for this tour:
Scott rated this tour a 4 on 9/21/2011 2:22:06 AM and says:
"You’ve heard about Italy—its romance, mouth-watering cuisine, excellent wine, fabulous art, splendid beauty, ancient ruins, extraordinary statues, and remarkable architecture. On this tour, get a taste of what Italy has to offer and explore its most famous cities—Rome, Florence, and Venice. Have your camera ready as you discover the historical sights of Rome, including the Colosseum, the amphitheater used for deadly gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, and the Roman Forum, the political, social, and commercial center during the Roman Empire. You’ll see ancient buildings and ruins, and you’ll be able to imagine what life was like thousands of years ago. Great overview of Italy for those of us short on vacation time."
RMosley rated this tour a 4 on 2/1/2011 5:36:17 PM and says:
"Great one week getaway. Italy was all that we imagined. It's a country full of history, mouth-watering cuisine, excellent wine, fabulous art, splendid beauty, ancient ruins and remarkable architecture. On this tour you get a taste of what Italy has to offer which leaves you wanting more. We had a wonderful time."
Mika rated this tour a 4 on 12/7/2010 5:56:23 AM and says:
" When I called Atlas I explained that due to limited vacation time I could only visit Italy for about a week or so. They recommended this trip and I loved it! Our tour guide was great. I was able to get a great overview of Rome, Venice and Florence and enjoy many of the historic sites, amazing scenery and yummy food all in a short amount of time. I hope I am able to return to Italy some day to see the Amalfi Coast and spend more time in these great places.
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