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Included*
ITALIAN INTERLUDE
15 DAY SOLO TOUR JUNE 2017
WELCOME TO ITALY
Travelling to Italy to discover it’s rich culture, ancient
ruins, impressive art collection, iconic architecture, show
stopping cities and of course the scrumptious food and
stylish fashion is an experience not to be missed.
Your introduction to Italy begins in Rome. You will
be instantly immersed within the historic landscape
and around every corner will be a masterpiece of art
or architecture for you to marvel at. No trip to Rome
would be complete without experiencing the religious
icons of Vatican City and Sistine Chapel or discovering
the ancient glories of the Roman Empire with a guided
tour of the Flavian Amphitheatre, commonly known as
the Colosseum. You will have plenty of time to lap up
the lifestyle and mingle with the locals in the busy city
squares whilst savouring the glorious Italian cuisine.
From Rome we will make the picturesque journey
through the Italian countryside to Tuscany. The historic
agriturismo Terre di Baccio, right near Greve in Chianti
and nestled within vineyards and olive groves, will be
your home for seven nights as you explore riverside
Florence and get swept up in its history and culture. You
will have the opportunity to wander the quaint streets
of Siena, see iconic Pisa, become an authentic truffle
hunter, enjoy an adventure across the countryside on a
Vespa and marvel at the world-class art. Plus plenty of
fine food and wine and time beside the pool under the
Tuscan sun.
The final leg of our journey takes us to one of the
country’s most seductive cities, Venice - the famous
floating city where marble palaces and lavish buildings
perch atop of the water’s surface. We have scheduled in
a walking tour of the unique city for you to soak up the
floating landscape and explore the ancient sights down
cobbled laneways. You will have the opportunity to
embark on a cruise of the nearby Islands before having
free time to discover and fall in love with Venice’s soul.
Our stay will be capped off with an impressive dinner
and an eerie ghost tour of hidden Venice where you will
hear stories of the dead and the historic legends that
have haunted the city’s inhabitants for years.
After 15 days of exploring one of the world’s most
beautiful countries, you will find it hard not to fall madly
in love and long to go back. So are you on board with
us?
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DETAILED ITINERARY
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Day 1 [10th June 2017]:
WELCOME TO ROME
Upon arrival we’ll be met at the airport for our group transfer to the hotel.
Unpack and settle in before our group meets for a welcome cocktail and
tour briefing on the terrace overlooking ancient Rome.
§§ Overnight: Hotel Eliseo. Standard room.
Day 2 [11th June 2017]:
ROME WALKING TOUR (B) (L)
Let the Eternal City enchant you! With this walking tour you’ll get a panoramic
view of ancient Rome as you stroll through its picturesque alleyways and
discover some of the most important sights in the historical centre including
the Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Raphael’s tomb and one of
the most beautiful squares in the world, Piazza Navona. The tour ends in
Campo del Fiori, a favourite hangout among locals, where we’ll have lunch in
a typical Roman trattoria. Balance of day at leisure.
Day 3 [12th June 2017]:
VATICAN AND SISTINE CHAPEL TOUR (B) (L)
Enjoy this fascinating Vatican tour through the treasures of the Catholic
Church: Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica, visited by over 5 million
people per year.
Our guide will show us all the highlights of Vatican city: the Papal palaces, the
Greek statues of the Lacoon, the ancient sculptures, tapestries and paintings
to the magnificent Raphael Rooms and, of course, the Sistine Chapel, one
of the greatest and most famous examples of Michelangelo’s artistic genius.
Our visit will conclude with a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica, one of the largest
and ornate churches in the world.
After the tour we’ll enjoy lunch at a local pizzeria. Balance of the day at
leisure.
Day 4 [13th June 2017]:
WALKING IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF GLADIATORS (B) (D)
No visit to Rome would be complete without a visit to the famous Colosseum.
In addition to the ring and the arena you will visit an area recently restoredthe Hypogeum. This is a fascinating place, where gladiators and beasts
waited to be hoisted up to the arena to fight for the entertainment of the
locals. The tour ends with a climb to the third ring which offers a privileged
view of the arena and the surrounding urban landscape.
Our stay in Rome concludes with a lovely dinner.
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Day 5 [14th June 2017]:
TRANSFER FROM ROME TO TUSCANY VIA ORVIETO (B) (L) (D)
After breakfast we bid farewell to Roma and make our way to Tuscany. On
the way, we’ll stop at Orvieto, one of the most amazing hillside Umbrian
towns.
Here you’ll enjoy a lunch in a traditional trattoria, very close to Piazza del
Duomo, where you can admire one of Italy’s greatest cathedrals, a jewel of
painting, mosaics and sculpture. Following a typical lunch in Orvieto we’ll
continue to Tuscany and our home for the next 7 nights...Terre di Baccio
Agriturismo near Greve-in-Chianti.
The Terre di Baccio agricultural estate is situated on a pleasant hill in a
panoramic position close to the little town of Greve in the heart of Chianti;
an area steeped in history, art, culture, food & wine traditions. In the midst
of a 50-acre estate planted with vineyards and olive groves, a group of
16th-century buildings called Casale di Baccio has been recently renovated
and converted into a delightful country residence for guests. The vineyard,
the olive grove and the beautifully-tended gardens merge to create a
magnificent backdrop to the farmstead, the barn and the panoramic
swimming pool overlooking the Chianti hills. The centre of the town is a 10
minute walk through the olive grove.
The owners with their ancient Florentine and Guatemalan origins have
deliberately retained the original architectural features of the farmstead:
stone, terracotta and old wooden beams which are superbly set off by
furnishings and crafts typical of Guatemala. Thus the souls of the two families
come together, generating a truly unique and captivating atmosphere.
Tonight we’ll enjoy a welcome dinner at the Agriturismo.
§§ Overnight: Agriturismo. Standard room.
Day 6 [15th June 2017]:
WALKING TOUR OF FLORENCE (B) (D)
After breakfast we’ll learn about the city from its foundation to modern times
and we will see the marvels given to the town by the public commission and
from private patronage. The tour will encompass Santa Maria del Fiore and
the magnificent Brunelleschi Dome, the picturesque medieval narrow streets
of the city centre, Piazza Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio, and the iconic Ponte
Vecchio and many other wonders.
Lunch will take place at the Old Market, where our guide will suggest
typical foods, and the bravest among you will have the opportunity to taste
lampredotto tripe, the famous Florentine street food.
Tonight we’ll enjoy wood fired pizzas made on site at Terre di Baccio
accompanied by local wine and beer.
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Day 7 [16th June 2017]:
FLORENCE (B)
Today we have two activity options from which to choose.*
Option 1: Vintage Vespa Tour
Take a ride in the surrounding Florence countryroads on the back of a
vintage Vespa!
After a safety briefing we head off for this exhilarating ride through the city
and the countryside. During the tour you will have the opportunity to pose
for photos with your Vespa and driver and the amazing skyline at Piazzale
Michelangelo.
After exploring the city you will leave Florence enjoying the freedom of the
hills, through ancient olive groves and vineyards. There will be time for a
break tasting typical ham and cheese with a glass of Chianti wine before
we head back to the city. This is one amazing way to discover Italy and the
Italian life style!
Option 2: Uffizi Gallery Tour with Italian “Aperitivo”
With over 1.5 million of visitors every year, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence is
one of the most visited museums in Italy. This guided tour leads you through
the most important masterpieces, a wonderful journey through the history
of painting which starts from the 13th century, through the innovations of
Giotto, towards the splendour of the Italian Renaissance with Masaccio,
Piero della Francesca, Leonardo da Vinci, Botticelll and Michelangelo. Enjoy
their beauty, importance, meaning and style!
The tour will conclude with an Italian “aperitivo”, enjoying a beautiful view
over Florence, from the Uffizi terrace. If you’re an art lover don’t miss this
one.
*Please advise your preferred activity at the time of booking.
Day 8 [17th June 2017]:
FREE DAY AT TERRE DI BACCIO (B) (D)
After a relaxing day at Terre di Baccio we are transferred into Florence in the
late afternoon for a steak dinner at a very traditional Florentine restaurant.
Day 9 [18th June 2017]:
PISA & TRUFFLE HUNTING (B) (L)
Our first stop today is Pisa. Our guide will lead us to the famous Miracles
Square, explaining its history. You’ll have time to admire the Leaning Tower,
Baptistery and other beautiful monuments before entering the Cathedral. At
the end of the visit we’ll have free time for photos and, if you wish, to climb
the tower**
Before leaving, we’ll enjoy a typical Tuscan lunch.
After lunch we head to the beautiful Fattoria Collebrunacchi in the hills
surrounding San Miniato to enjoy an authentic “truffle hunt” through a typical
Tuscan wood , accompanied by an expert truffle hunter and their clever dogs.
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Entering the wood is an exciting ritual, an indescribable mix of emotions and
impressions: the scent of nature, the silence interrupted only by the sound of
the wind rustling the leaves. During the truffle hunting, your guide will tell you
about the traditions, history and legends of this precious tuber.
After the “hunt” we’ll have a special truffle tasting including cured meats,
crostini, local cheeses and marmalades, pasta with raw truffle and desert. All
served with wines produced at the fattoria. This will be a very special day.
**Entrance Fees to Leaning Tower (€18.00) are not included and payable on
the day.
Day 10 [19th June 2017]:
MEDIEVAL TUSCANY: SIENA & SAN GIMIGNANO (B) (D)
First stop today is iconic Siena. We’ll discover the incredible architectural
style of the Cathedral, Palazzo Communale and Piazza del Campo. The walk
will immerse you in the medieval atmosphere of the “Contrade” who still
compete against each other twice a year in the famous Palio horse race.
From Siena we head to the UNESCO World Heritage site of San Gimignano.
This splendid medieval town is known as the Manhattan of the 16th century
and is like stepping back in time. We’ll have time to taste their world famous
ice cream too. We return to Terre di Baccio in late afternoon and tonight we’ll
have a poolside barbeque to say arrivederci to this beautiful agriturismo.
Entrance fees payable on the day. (Siena Cathedral: €7,00)
Day 11 [20th June 2017]:
TRANSFER FROM GREVE TO VENICE (VIA MONTAGNANA) (B) (L)
On the way from Venice we’ll stop in Montagnana, a small and elegant town,
surrounded by perfectly preserved medieval walls. You will admire palaces in
Venetian Gothic style and the Duomo, a masterpiece of the sixteenth century.
Here you will enjoy the splendid Montagnana Prosciutto DOP accompanied
by the best wines of the area.
On arrival in Venice we are transferred by private water taxi to our hotel.
Balance of the day at leisure.
§§ Overnight: Hotel Gabrielli. Standard room.
Day 12 [21st June 2017]:
VENICE WALKING TOUR WITH GONDOLA RIDE (B) (L)
Today we’ll enjoy a guided walking tour of one of Europe’s most unique
cities. Your tour will start from St. Mark’s Square and then to the Basilica,
Clock Tower and Doge’s Palace.
You will then proceed towards Marco Polo’s house, the world-Famous
Fenice Theatre, completely restored inside after the disastrous fire of 1996
and Venice’s main shopping street, the Mercerie.
The walking tour will end near the sublime Rialto Bridge, where we’ll have
lunch. Afternoon at leisure.
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Day 13 [22nd June 2017]:
VENICE (B) (L) TRADITIONAL CRUISE TO MURANO, BURANO &
TORCELLO
After breakfast at our hotel we board a traditional Italian boat called a
bragozzo and cruise to the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello in the
Venetian Lagoon. Enjoy this amazing private trip across Saint Mark’s Basin,
towards the Lido, cruising to the three most famous Venetian islands with
their picturesque scenery, handicraft traditions and unique histories . Your
first stop will be at the island of Murano, known as the “Island of Glass”. You
will visit one of its famous factories and see glass blowers at work.
The tour continues to Burano, a typical fishing island with colourful contrasts
and chocolate-box painted houses. Here we’ll have a delicious fish lunch.
The final stop is at the island of Torcello, the most ancient inhabited island,
which has a population of only 100 people.
We return to our hotel in the late afternoon. Evening at leisure. Plenty of
local dinner options just steps from our hotel.
Day 14 [23rd June 2017]:
VENICE GHOST WALKING TOUR FAREWELL TO ITALY DINNER (B) (D)
Departing from the Rialto Bridge we’ll have the opportunity to discover the
hidden and mysterious side of Venice with its legends, stories and popular
tales of old ghosts, devils and vampires. You’ll cross labyrinths of the hidden
Venice, exploring sleeping canals, abandoned piazzas and ancient cemeteries
hidden beneath the modern streets. You will hear intriguing ghost stories,
legends about sea monsters, including the tale of Marco Polo’s wife, stories
of rat infested prison cells that flooded during high tide. Strolling along the
“Calle degli Assassins” you’ll enjoy this particular walking tour with many
surprises along the way. The tour ends close to the Rialto Bridge .
At the end of the tour we are transferred to our restaurant for our farewell
dinner.
Day 15 [24th June 2017]:
VENICE DEPARTURE (B)
Our group is transferred from the hotel to the airport for our flight home or
onto further adventures.
TOUR PRICING $7,998 PER PERSON PLUS AIRFARES
TOUR DATES: 10TH JUNE - 24TH JUNE 2017
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YOUR TOUR INCLUDES:
§§ 8 nights accommodation in centrally located 3 star hotels
in Rome and Venice in a single room with private facilities
§§ 6 nights
at Terre di Baccio Agriturismo in Greve in your
own room with private facilities
§§ Comprehensive
Travel Insurance with CHI Australia
(underwritten by Allianz). Additional premium will apply on
age and pre-existing conditions. Please refer to the CHI
PDS for policy terms and conditions.
§§ All
transport as per itinerary by air-conditioned private
coach
§§ All tours and activities as per itinerary
§§ Arrival and departure group airport transfers
FITNESS AND HEALTH WHILE TRAVELLING IN SOUTH AMERICA
§§ 14 breakfasts
§§ 7 lunches
§§ 6 dinners
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of our recognition of the growing number of people travelling solo whose needs are not well served.
Our commitment is to make solo travel more enjoyable and affordable.
Terms & Conditions: • Prices are per person and based on sole use rooms throughout • Prices are correct as at 23/8/2016 and are based on an exchange rate of A$1 = €0.67.
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