Beautiful Italy
ESCORTED TOUR COMING UP
JUNE 28th - July 7th, 2012
Florence, Italy
DESTINATION: Italy
TRAVEL DATES: June 28th through July 7th, 2012
CITIES TO VISIT: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua, Tuscany and Venice
WHO CAN TRAVEL: Singles, Couples and Children!
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Airport transportation (once in Italy),
Hotel accomodations with private bathroom,
daily breakfast, a knowledgeable Tour Director, Porteage,
Guided sightseeing & inside visits must-see sites, and
Babysitting (evening) will be available in a first come, first serve
basis so you can take a stroll in the town!.
PRICES: $2,399 per person (not including airfare)
$4,599 per couple (not including airfare)
$1,399 per child (not including airfare)
WHEN TO RESERVE: You may confirm this reservation with a $1,500.00 deposit.
Final payment due on 25-May-2012.
Please note: If you book your flight with us, you will receive a
free travel kit and $99 off your tour package!
PAYMENT METHODS: For your convenience, we now accept the following Major Credit Cards.
TRAVEL DATES: June 28th through July 7th, 2012
CITIES TO VISIT: Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua, Tuscany and Venice
WHO CAN TRAVEL: Singles, Couples and Children!
WHAT'S INCLUDED: Airport transportation (once in Italy),
Hotel accomodations with private bathroom,
daily breakfast, a knowledgeable Tour Director, Porteage,
Guided sightseeing & inside visits must-see sites, and
Babysitting (evening) will be available in a first come, first serve
basis so you can take a stroll in the town!.
PRICES: $2,399 per person (not including airfare)
$4,599 per couple (not including airfare)
$1,399 per child (not including airfare)
WHEN TO RESERVE: You may confirm this reservation with a $1,500.00 deposit.
Final payment due on 25-May-2012.
Please note: If you book your flight with us, you will receive a
free travel kit and $99 off your tour package!
PAYMENT METHODS: For your convenience, we now accept the following Major Credit Cards.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Yadira M. Codina
Tel. (305) 205-2565
Fax: (305) 388-8609
Webpage:www.dowhatthelocalsdo.com
Email:Dowhatthelocalsdo@hotmail.com
Facebook Page: Do What The Locals Do
(http://www.facebook.com/pages/Do-What-The-Locals-Do/259237874143225)
VACATION OVERVIEW
After a taste of Italy's capital, venture north of Rome and navigate your way through Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua, and Venice.
Your journey will take you away from modern highways and large cities to discover the real Italy, where ancient villages are just waiting to be explored.
Highlights
Overview
Italy, a country filled with history, amazing art, delicious cuisine, remarkable architecture, and splendid beauty—you’ll see and feel it all on this affordable tour through Italy. Explore the maze of streets in Venice, and discover hidden treasures and restaurants in their back alleys. You’ll see this architectural wonder as well as many other famous
Italian sites.
Have your camera ready as you explore the historical sites of Rome, including the Colosseum, the amphitheater used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles during the Roman Empire. Sit in a café as you admire one of Italy’s most unique squares in Siena. Enjoy wine tasting in Italy’s Chianti wine region, and shop for local goods in Italy’s Tuscany region.
What do you want from your Italian vacation—amazing architecture, sumptuous food, delicious wine, breathtaking art, historical treasures, or scenic beauty? Whatever it is, this Italy vacation offers it to you!
Day 1 - Arrive in Rome, Italy (B)
Provided airport trasporation will take you to check into your hotel. Followed by the Treasures Of Rome. A night walking tour including some of the city's fountains and majestic squares: Scalinata Trinità dei Monti (Spanish Steps), Villa Borguese and Via Veneto.
Day 2 - Rome (B)
The ˝Eternal City,“Rome is a city steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Included visits to St. Peter’s Square, the St. Peter's Basilica, Vaticam Museum, and the Sistine Chapel. A walking tour around the Vatican museums to admire the beautiful tapestry gallery and the Sistine Chapel
with masterpieces by Botticelli and Signorelli. See the "Genesis" and Michelangelo's "Last Judgement".
Day 3 - Rome (B)
Today, we visit the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill, the mighty Colosseum and Fontana Di Trevi (Trevi Fountain). Entrance tickets to the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill are included in this tour.
Day 4 - Rome, Assisi, Siena, Florence (D)
Departing Rome, you will travel by deluxe coach to Assisi. Stop in this mystic town for a panoramic visit of its Basilica and the church of St. Maria degli Angeli. Departing, Assisi you will travel on Italian superhighway (Autostrada del Sole) enroute to Siena. Surrounded by ancient walls, this medieval city is famous for its Piazza
del Campo, a splendid square shaped like a shell where the famous "Palio di Siena" horse race takes place each year. See also the elegant Palace and the Cathedral. In the afternoon proceed to Florence for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: Florence (B, D)
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a morning city tour appreciating the artistic beauty of Florence. You will
view the Dome by Brunelleschi, Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery. Next it's onto the Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and finally the church of Santa Croce. Enjoy the afternoon at your leisure before dinner and overnight in Florence.
Day 6: Florence, Bologna, Padua, Venice (B, D)
Head to Bologna after breakfast and enjoy a guided tour through this elegant city and its extensive arcades. Pass through Neptune Square and view King Renzo Palace, the Podesta Palace and San Petronio Basilica. Continue to Padua this afternoon. Next you will travel to Venice for dinner and overnight.
Day 7: Venice (B, D)
After breakfast at your hotel, take a fascinating tour of Venice. Admire the St. Mark's Square, Doge's Palace (external) and visit one of the famous shops selling Murano glass. This afternoon is at your own leisure before dinner and overnight.
Day 8: Venice, Montepulciano (Tuscany), Rome (B)
After breakfast you'll venture to through Tuscany. Famous for its fine wine production, admire the ancient
castles surrounding the picturesque landscape. In the well known town of Montepulciano, sample and stock up on local wines before returning to Rome where your tour concludes.
Day 9: Rome (B)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Airport transportation is being provided.
Additional Information
Inclusions:
- Entrance fees for museums and monuments (unless specified)
- Local guides
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Escorted by a Professional guide
- Gratuities (optional)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Entrance fees for museums and monuments (not listed as included)
- Optional tours
- Hotel pickup and drop off (before hours and after hours)
