Tours:
12 Nights & 13 Days
Independent Tour 2008
Welcome to a taste of Italy. This trip is meant to whet your appetite - and satisfy your curiosity - for all things Italian! Landing in Venice, you will find yourself taking in the magical city in all its glory. Listen to the bells in San Marco Square or watch the daily life of Venetians unfold on the Grand Canal. Travel by train to Florence, the Renaissance city and view the breathtaking artwork of the Uffizi or Michaelangelo's amazing David. Florence is truly an exquisite walking town. Enjoy the earthy scents of porcini mushrooms and handmade leather while wandering the San Lorenzo Market. The Duomo is an architectural masterpiece covered in three tones of marble.
Your adventure into the Tuscan Countryside begins with tours through Italy's famous Chianti wine region. The family welcomes you with their warm hospitality when you arrive at the Agritourism (family-run renovated farmhouse) where you'll be staying. Your days will be spent discovering small towns rich in Italian history. A warm meal is on the menu - and you are the chef! Enjoy the robust flavors of Nonna's receipes. Remember you eat what you cook!
Last on our journey is Rome, the Eternal City. Take a journey down the Spanish Steps, marvel at the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon and take in the Piazza Navona. Journey back through time as you walk into the Coliseum. The Vatican is another wondrous place to visit while in Rome.
Accomodation
Inclusions
8 Nights Lodging in 3 Star Boutique Hotels
4 Nights Lodging at a Family Run Agritourism
Daily Breakfast at all Accommodation
5 Day Compact Car Rental with Standard Transmission
Private Tours of Venice, Florence & Rome
Wine Tastings
Authentic Italian Cooking Lesson in Private Home
Private Transfers
Private Tour of the Vatican
40 Minute Private Gondola Ride in Venice
Self Guided Tours
All driving Instructions Including Maps
Includes All Taxes
Assistance from Ciao Italian Representatives
- 3 Nights Accommodation in Venice - 3 star hotel near San Marco Square
- 2 Nights Lodging in Central Florence - 3 star hotel
- 4 Nights Lodging at an Agritourism near Cortona
- 3 Nights in Rome - 3 star hotel
- Daily Breakfast and all Taxes Included
Day 1
Arrive in Venice
Transfer to Hotel on Own
Day 2
3 hour Private Tour of Venice - 9am
40 Minute Private Gondola Ride - 6pm
Day 3
Relaxing Day on Own
Day 4
Transfer to Train Station on own
1st Class ES train to Florence – 3 hours
Transfer on own to Hotel (5 Minute walk)
3 Hour Private Tour of Florence 3pm
Day 5
Morning at leisure
Late Afternoon Reservations at the Uffizi Museum
Day 6
5 Day Compact Car Rental with Standard Transmission (pick up in Downtown Florence and drop off at Rome Airport)
Tour Italy's Chianti region at Leisure
Arrive at Agritourism near Cortona
Day 7
Relaxing Day in Cortona
Afternoon Cooking Lesson at the Villa – 4:30pm (lots of wine!!)
Day 8
Wine Tasting, Tour and Product Sampling in Montepulciano – 10am
Tour Pienza at Leisure
Day 9
Tour Assisi & Perugia at Leisure
Day 10
Tour Orvieto enroute to Rome
Return Car Rental – 5pm
Shuttle Train to Hotel on Own
Day 11
4 Hour Private Tour of Rome – 9am
(Admissions and transportation not included since Rome is a walking town and each tour is based on clients' interests)
Day 12
Private Transfer to the Vatican – 7:30am
3 Hour Private Tour of the Vatican – 8am
(Including entrance)
Day 13
Private Transfer to Airport
Depart Italy
Conclusion of tour
Cost:
2,375 Euro Dollar per person based on double occupancy.
Please Note Ciao Tours will Guarantee the Exchange Rate at the Time of Full Payment or 45 days Prior to Departure.
Alternate Choices are Allowed on an Independent Tour at a Cost of $50 Per Change.
Let us customize your vacation in Italy!
Ciao Tours prides itself on exceeding your expectations of a dream vacation in Italy. To help us organize your tour, please complete our Information Request Form.
For more information on Italy
Please call our Toll Free number at 1-877-444-CIAO (2426) or email us at info@ciaotours.com
Copyright 2008 | Ciao Tours