Italian Holiday
7 day tour from US$1250
Tour Type: Regional Europe
 

Highlight

Itinerary

What's Included

 Optionals

Dates & Rates
 

HIGHLIGHT

Map of Italian Holiday tour - click to enlarge

 Highlights:
  • Rome
  • Venice
  • Florence

ITINERARY
 
Italian Holiday
Day 1 - Arrive Rome (2 nights)
On arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport you are met and transferred to your hotel. After check-in the remainder of the day is at leisure, perhaps to relax or explore. This afternoon, enjoy a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travelling companions.

Hotel: Melia Roma Aurelia Antica (2 nights)

 
Day 2 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure
Today's highlight is our visit to the Sistine Chapel to admire the painted ceiling by Michelangelo rendered even more fascinating by the clear commentary of our local guide, thanks to our effective audio system. From here we make our way into St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, to see the famous Pieta – among other great works. Next we are off to ancient Rome stopping at the Forum to see the mighty Colosseum. Finally, our local guide shows us the Circus Maximus, where 'Ben Hur' style chariot races were often held. Then there's time at leisure to perhaps visit the Catacombs or relax in one of the many pavement cafés. (Buffet Breakfast)

 
Day 3 - Rome – Venice (Main.)
We drive through the Umbrian Hills, past Orvieto and into the Apennine Mountains reaching the Emilia Romagna. Next past Bologna and along the Veneto Plain to magical Venice. Tonight after dinner at the hotel, there's time for a gondola serenade. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Antony

 
Day 4 - Venice sightseeing – Lake Garda
This morning we savour the sights and sounds of this floating city on an included canal cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark's Square viewing the Bridge of Sighs and Doges' Palace. Next we visit a glass-blowing factory, before time on your own to perhaps take a trip to Burano. Then we drive across the plains of Veneto past Verona towards the Italian Lake District for the night. (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Atlantic Club

 
Day 5 - Lake Garda – Florence
Today's drive takes us along the shores of Lake Garda, as we head via Mantua to Renaissance Florence.
On our arrival a sightseeing tour on foot with a local guide and audio system, features the Duomo, Baptistry, Piazza Signoria and visits the Santa Croce Basilica. Later, you may wish to discover the artistic wonders in the museums or shop for leather and gold. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Grand Mediterraneo

 

Day 6 - Florence – Rome
We enjoy a scenic drive back to the 'Eternal City', Rome. Your afternoon is free, perhaps to visit beautiful
Villa d'Este. Tonight, why not discover the city's culinary delights in a local trattoria? (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Sheraton Golf

 

Day 7 - Depart Rome
It's 'buon viaggio' as we transfer you to Rome Fiumicino airport for your return flight home. (Buffet Breakfast)

 

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

Italian Holiday What's Included
Sightseeing Highlights
  • Rome Sightseeing tour with special audio system includes views of the Forum, Colosseum and Circus Maximus plus visits to St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine* Chapel.
  • Venice Canal cruise by private launch. View St. Mark's Square, the Byzantine Basilica, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a glass-blowing factory.
  • Florence Sightseeing tour with audio system includes the Duomo, Signoria Square, Baptistry and a visit to the Santa Croce Basilica. Panoramic view from Piazzale Michelangelo. Admire Florentine leatherwork.
  • Scenic drives through the Umbria, over the Apennine Mountains, through the Chianti vineyards of Tuscany, across the fertile Po Valley, along the shores of Lake Garda and the hills of the Latium.
* Note: Friday departures will visit the Sistine Chapel before departing for Venice on Day 4.
Dining Highlights
  • A welcome drink with your Tour Director in Rome
  • 6 Buffet breakfasts
  • 3 three-course dinners
9 meals in total (see day-by-day itinerary)

 

First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
  • A qualified local city guide in Rome and Florence.
  • Chauffeur driven on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats and washroom.
  • You'll stay in twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents andhelpful information.
Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.

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OPTIONALS

Italian Holiday Optional Excursions
Note:
All optional excursions listed are for 2004/2005 please use the information as a guide only.

 

I7 - ROME. Evening Tour: Fountains and Dinner
A lighthearted introduction to the “Eternal City”. Make sure of a safe return to Rome as you toss coins in to the Trevi Fountain. Drive along the glamorous Via Veneto - famed as the setting of “la dolce vita”, and the splendour of the monuments in magnificent Piazza Venezia. Then relax and enjoy a typical Italian meal with drinks included.
55.00 (€)

 
I11 - ROME. Tivoli and Dinner
An excursion to the ancient Sabine town of Tivoli situated a few miles outside Rome to enjoy the gardens and fountains of the Villa D’Este. You will visit its grottos and pavilions, the Avenue of a Hundred Fountains, and the Dragon Fountain of the Organ. We end the evening with a typical Italian dinner, wine, soft drinks and music.
58 (without dinner 39) (€)

 
I12 - ROME. Ostia Antica
Drive to the Mediterranean coast and visit the excavations of Ancient Ostia, the former harbour of Rome. These ruins offer perhaps a more complete picture of Roman urban life than either Rome or Pompeii. See the remains of the baths, theatre, apartment houses, drinking room, mosaics and wall paintings at this beautiful site, mirrored by Cypress trees and Umbrella pines. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
35.00 (€)

 
I13 - ROME. Ostia Antica visit with Dinner
An excursion to the ancient town of Ostia founded in the 4th century before Christ. Following literally in the steps of the Roman merchants and sailors who made this their home, you will visit the excavated ruins of the baths, theatre, apartment houses, drinking rooms, mosaics and wall paintings. We end the evening with delicious Italian cuisine, wine and soft drinks included. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
58.00 (€)

 
I14 - ROME. Ancient and Christian Rome
Explore Rome’s past. Visit the Catacombs where the early Christians assembled to escape persecution and which were used as underground cemeteries. Then, on to the best preserved of the Roman Temples, the Pantheon - today used as a Christian church! On some tours a visit to the Chuch of St. Peter in Chains to see Michelangelo’s statue of Moses, will be visited instead of the Pantheon. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
32.00 (€)

 
I18 - VENICE. Lagoon Cruise with Lunch or Dinner
A half day off the beaten track! We are taken by private boat to the nearby islands in the lagoon of Venice. See the island of Murano and the Hermitage of San Francesco del Deserto. Lunch or dinner is taken at the island of the ‘fisherman’ - Burano - a photographer’s paradise. Drinks are also included.
62.00 (€)

 
I19 - VENICE. Gondola Serenade
An ideal introduction to this unique and magical city. Enjoy a romantic gondola journey along canals full of character and colour, while musicians and singers entertain. See the Grand Canal with its magnificent and elegant palaces, witnesses of the past splendours of the ‘Serenissima’.
30.00 (€)

 
I25 - FLORENCE. Jewels of the Renaissance
A guided tour of the Accademia allows us to appreciate the most controversial sculpture in Italy, Michelangelo’s David. Then to the fascinating ‘Cortile’ of the Medici Palace. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
32.00 (without the ‘Cortile’ 31.00) (€)

 
I25a - FLORENCE. Uffizzi & Medici Courtyard
On certain departures we will enjoy a guided visit of the Uffizzi galleries instead of visiting the Accademia. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
43.00 (€)

 
I35 - ROME. Visit to Piazza Navona followed by Roman dinner and concert of live musical entertainment
We will first visit Piazza Navona (when available) with its beautiful fountains and street artists before a short drive to one of Rome’s finest restaurants. Here we will enjoy a delicious dinner, punctuated by a concert of typical Italian songs and ‘bel canto’ for which this country is justifiably famous! Sit back, relax and imbibe the special Roman atmosphere – the wine or soft drinks are also included!
58.00 (without the visit to Piazza Navona or another Roman site or monument the price is 55.00) (€)

 
I40 - ROME. Introduction to Rome by Night
Cameras at the ready for the many magnificent sights awaiting us as we ‘do as the Romans do’ and start the evening with a ‘passegiata’ (evening stroll) along the Via Condotti to the world-famous Spanish Steps in Rome’s most fashionable shopping area. The ‘Campidoglio’, Piazza Venezia and so much more are included on this evening visit before we linger in Piazza Navona with its many pavement cafés and trattorias to admire the seventeenth century fountains and architecture. NB On certain departures, the Spanish Steps will be substituted by the Piazza Rotonda, dominated by the mighty Pantheon.
30.00 (€)

 
I49 - VENICE. Venice by night
A scintillating introduction to this magical city! First we cruise along the Grand Canal by private water taxis admiring the elegant Palazzos, illuminated by magnificent chandeliers. We see the Rialto Bridge and then reach the ‘most beautiful outdoor drawing room in the world’ - St. Mark’s Square. Here we will have time to wonder at the impressive architecture before enjoying an included drink at one of the chic ‘al fresco’ cafés whilst listening to the music of its own orchestra! We return to our coach on the mainland by private motor launch. (1 drink inc.)
40.00 (€)

 
I70 - ROME. Ancient and Baroque Christian sites
First we drive past the ancient baths of the Emperor Caracalla, scene of the ‘3 tenors concert’ in 1990, to the Catacombs outside the Roman Walls. Christians used these underground churches and cemeteries for assemblies and to escape persecution. Then on to visit the 5th century Church of St. Peter in Chains*, housing not only the chains which are said to have fettered St. Peter, but also one of Michelangelo’s greatest works of sculpture – Moses – a statue belonging to the mausoleum of Julius II. (* on certain departures the Church of St. Paul without the Walls will be visited instead of the Church of St. Peter in Chains) Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
32.00 (€)

 
I75 - FLORENCE. Visit to San Gimignano
We drive to the nearby hilltop town of San Gimignano, the ‘medieval Manhattan’ of Tuscany. Surrounded by fields of sunflowers, vineyards and olive groves, this is Italy’s best preserved medieval city and will give you an excellent idea of daily life in Italy during the Middle Ages.
30.00 (€)

 

I83 - LAKE GARDA. Magical Boat Trip
Take a magical boat trip on the northern part of the lake stopping in the glorious resort of Malcesine – the undisputed 'pearl' of Lake Garda.
25.00 (€)

 

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DATES & RATES
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Sat, 1 April 2006 Fri, 7 April 2006 $1250 Yes
Sun, 30 April 2006 Sat, 6 May 2006 $1290  
Mon, 1 May 2006 Sun, 7 May 2006 $1290 Yes
Sat, 6 May 2006 Fri, 12 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 8 May 2006 Sun, 14 May 2006 $1299  
Sat, 13 May 2006 Fri, 19 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 14 May 2006 Sat, 20 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 15 May 2006 Sun, 21 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 20 May 2006 Fri, 26 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 21 May 2006 Sat, 27 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 22 May 2006 Sun, 28 May 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 27 May 2006 Fri, 2 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 29 May 2006 Sun, 4 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 3 June 2006 Fri, 9 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 4 June 2006 Sat, 10 June 2006 $1299  
Mon, 5 June 2006 Sun, 11 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 10 June 2006 Fri, 16 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 11 June 2006 Sat, 17 June 2006 $1299  
Mon, 12 June 2006 Sun, 18 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 17 June 2006 Fri, 23 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 18 June 2006 Sat, 24 June 2006 $1299  
Mon, 19 June 2006 Sun, 25 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 24 June 2006 Fri, 30 June 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 25 June 2006 Sat, 1 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 26 June 2006 Sun, 2 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 2 July 2006 Sat, 8 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 9 July 2006 Sat, 15 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 10 July 2006 Sun, 16 July 2006 $1299  
Sat, 15 July 2006 Fri, 21 July 2006 $1299  
Sun, 16 July 2006 Sat, 22 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 22 July 2006 Fri, 28 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 23 July 2006 Sat, 29 July 2006 $1299  
Mon, 24 July 2006 Sun, 30 July 2006 $1299 Yes
Sat, 29 July 2006 Fri, 4 August 2006 $1299  
Sun, 30 July 2006 Sat, 5 August 2006 $1299  
Mon, 31 July 2006 Sun, 6 August 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 6 August 2006 Sat, 12 August 2006 $1299  
Mon, 7 August 2006 Sun, 13 August 2006 $1299  
Sat, 12 August 2006 Fri, 18 August 2006 $1299  
Sun, 13 August 2006 Sat, 19 August 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 14 August 2006 Sun, 20 August 2006 $1299  
Sat, 19 August 2006 Fri, 25 August 2006 $1299  
Sun, 20 August 2006 Sat, 26 August 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 21 August 2006 Sun, 27 August 2006 $1299  
Sat, 26 August 2006 Fri, 1 September 2006 $1299  
Sun, 27 August 2006 Sat, 2 September 2006 $1299  
Mon, 28 August 2006 Sun, 3 September 2006 $1299  
Sat, 2 September 2006 Fri, 8 September 2006 $1299 Yes
Sun, 3 September 2006 Sat, 9 September 2006 $1299 Yes
Mon, 4 September 2006 Sun, 10 September 2006 $1299  
Sat, 9 September 2006 Fri, 15 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Sun, 10 September 2006 Sat, 16 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Mon, 11 September 2006 Sun, 17 September 2006 $1335  
Sat, 16 September 2006 Fri, 22 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Sun, 17 September 2006 Sat, 23 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Mon, 18 September 2006 Sun, 24 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Sat, 23 September 2006 Fri, 29 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Sun, 24 September 2006 Sat, 30 September 2006 $1335 Yes
Mon, 25 September 2006 Sun, 1 October 2006 $1335  
Sat, 30 September 2006 Fri, 6 October 2006 $1335 Yes
Sun, 1 October 2006 Sat, 7 October 2006 $1320  
Mon, 2 October 2006 Sun, 8 October 2006 $1320  
Sat, 7 October 2006 Fri, 13 October 2006 $1320  
Mon, 9 October 2006 Sun, 15 October 2006 $1320  
Sat, 14 October 2006 Fri, 20 October 2006 $1320  
*These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.

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