Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice
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Travel north through Tuscan landscapes & stunning regions to the Floating City
DAY 1: ROME – ASSISI – SIENA – FLORENCE
Make your own way to the hotel St. Martin. Depart at 7:15 am by a deluxe coach. You will arrive in Assisi, ready to explore, at your own leisure, this tiny town surrounded by walls, built in the Middle Ages. Take your time to visit the basilica of St. Francis, where you will see masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Continue to Siena, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for the Palio, the historical horse race around the shell-shaped town square: Piazza del Campo. Next, continue to Florence for dinner and overnight. (D)
DAY 2: FLORENCE
After breakfast, spend the day venturing around beautiful Florence, the “Cradle of Renaissance”, where, with the help of Michelangelo, Italian art reached its pinnacle. Based on Etruscan-Roman origins, the city flourished in the Middle Ages and was further refined during the Renaissance. You will be fascinated by the uncountable monuments, churches, and buildings such as Santa Maria del Fiore, more commonly referred to as the Duomo. On your visit, you will be amazed by its magnificent dome built by Filippo Brunelleschi. Cross a small piazza to see the “Campanile” tower (partly designed by Giotto) and the Baptistery, with its bronze doors where Michelangelo imagined the “Gates of Paradise.” In the heart of the city, you will see Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo della Signoria (also known as Palazzo Vecchio), and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Lunch in a typical Tuscan restaurant in Piazza Santa Croce. Spend the afternoon strolling the cobblestone streets of Florence on your own. Overnight Florence. (B, L)
DAY 3: FLORENCE – BOLOGNA – VENICE
After breakfast in Florence, departure to Bologna. Upon arrival, the charming city centre, adorned with its iconic porticos, awaits your free-time exploration. Begin your walking tour at Piazza Malpighi, leading to the heart of the city at Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore. Here, you can marvel at the historic Palazzo Podestà as well as the Basilica of San Petronio, the largest Gothic church in the world built with bricks. We will then show you why Bologna is often hailed as Italy’s gastronomic capital as you delve into its vibrant street food scene, which is as rich and diverse as its culinary heritage. Meandering through the city’s medieval streets, you will encounter a delightful array of food stalls and markets, each offering a mouthwatering selection of both traditional and contemporary treats. As you explore the charming alleys and bustling piazzas, you will immerse yourself in a culinary adventure that goes beyond just a meal. With a street food light lunch experience at a local eatery offered by us, this is your chance to savour the authentic flavours and unique dishes that define Bologna’s renowned gastronomic identity. Later in the afternoon, we continue our journey to Venice (Mestre). Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for a restful overnight stay. (B)
DAY 4: VENICE
After breakfast, the tour concludes. End of our services. (B)
Accommodation (or similar):
FLORENCE: Hotel Raffaello 4*
VENICE (MESTRE): Delfino Hotel 4*, or
VENICE (TRONCHETTO): B&B Tronchetto 3*
Includes:
– Transportation by deluxe motorcoach
– English speaking tour escort
– 3 nights’ accommodation in 3 & 4-star hotels
– Meals as per itinerary
– Visit of Florence with local expert guide
Not Included:
– Tips
– Porterage service
– Drinks
– Entrance fees to monuments or museums when not mentioned
– City tax for overnight stays (according to each city council rules)
– Everything that is not mentioned in “Includes”
Things to Note:
– Accommodation is subject to change without notice. Every effort is made to avoid hotel changes but should a mid-tour hotel change become necessary after this list has been printed, contact details of the new hotel will be supplied to you by your Tour Director.
– Hotel rooms may not be available for check-in before 2:00 p.m.
– Hotel taxes, service charges and tips for baggage handling are not included in the tour price.
– Tour can be a combination of regular tours, therefore coach changes may be required. The same people may not be travelling throughout the tour.
– For operational reasons, order of itinerary and/or excursions is subject to change at any time. Optional excursions not specified in our itinerary will be suggested by the tour leader.
– A government tourist tax may need to be paid locally upon arrival at your hotels.
– Please note: Venice accommodation is in Mestre on the mainland and not on Venice island.
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