Weddings and Honeymoons Hosted Tours Luxury Tours

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Escorted Tours
Hosted Tours
Bicycle and Hiking Tours
Luxury Tours
Customized Tours
Hotels
Group travel
Business Travel
Weddings and Honeymoons
2005
Brochure
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Index
Escorted Tours
Charme Sicily Tour ..............................................................4
Classic Italy ........................................................................5
Emerald Amalfi Tour ............................................................6
Enchanting Italy - 10 Day ....................................................7
Grand Tour of Northern Italy ..............................................10
Jewels of the North ..........................................................11
Jolly Sicily Tour ................................................................12
Mini Art Tour ....................................................................13
Mini Northern Tour ............................................................14
Southern Splendor ............................................................15
The Art Circle Tour ............................................................16
Treasures of Italy ..............................................................17
Hosted Tours
Italy by Train......................................................................18
Naples & Amalfi ................................................................19
Roma Esclusiva ................................................................20
Rome and Florence ..........................................................21
Assaggio Toscana - Athletic Beginner ..............................22
Bike Across Italy 1 - Intermediate ....................................23
Bike Across Italy 2 - Intermediate/Advanced ....................24
Giro D'Italia - Intermediate / Advanced..............................26
La Bella Sicilia Est - Athletic beginner ..............................28
Sud Tyroll Roll - Athletic Beginner ....................................29
The Best of Southern Italy - Athletic Beginner ..................30
The Land of Barolo & Truffles - Athletic Beginner..............31
Tuscany and Enchanting Elba - Athletic Beginner ............32
Venice to Bologna - Beginner ............................................33
Amalfi Stroll & Roll - Athletic Beginner..............................34
Tuscan Wanderlust - Athletic Beginner ............................35
Luxury Tours by "Tauck"
A Week in ... Rome, Capri and the Amalfi Coast ..............36
A Week in... Italy ..............................................................37
Classic Italy Deluxe ..........................................................38
Tuscany, Umbria and Florence ..........................................40
Venice, Florence and Rome ..............................................41
Customized Tours............................................................43
Hotels ..............................................................................................................44
Group travel ....................................................................................45
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Tour Type Descriptions
Escorted Tours
A professional tour director will accompany you and a group of other travelers
throughout the Italy vacation tour or your choice. You don't have to worry about
transportation and itinerary planning when you book an Italy tour package with us,
as we provide a bus and lead the group to most noteworthy sites in the area.
Hosted Tours
You may not want to spend most of your time with a group, but would like to have
someone available to assist you during your trip. A hosted Italy vacation tour
includes a knowledgeable, English-speaking local available at your hotel at specific
times in order to answer any questions, book optional tours, provide dining
recommendations and handle inquiries about transfers. Book this Italy tour
package if you would like some assistance during your trip.
What better way to see the country than by taking a bicycle or a hiking Italy
vacation tour? If you want a challenge, try a bicycle Italy tour package exploring
the twists and turns of Italy or hike through the hills of Tuscany with a hiking Italy
tour package.
Luxury Tours
A luxury Italy vacation tour is the most extravagant way to travel. The highest level
of service, a hand-picked selection of exclusive five star hotels, and exciting new
travel experiences will make your luxury Italy tour package unforgettable.
Customized Tours
Anything is possible with a customized Italy vacation tour from Tour Italy Now.
You tell us the dates you are interested in traveling, where you would like to go
and any special interests you may have. We then create an itinerary just for you.
Want to rent a villa, attend a cooking school or get a private tour of the Vatican?
We can help you do it with a customized Italy tour package.
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Charme Sicily Tour • 8 days - 7 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
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Day
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3
4
5
6
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SATURDAY - CATANIA
SUNDAY - PIAZZA ARMERINA - CEFAL'
MONDAY - MONREALE - PALERMO
TUESDAY - SEGESTA - ERICE
WEDNESDAY - MARSALA - AGRIGENTO
THURSDAY - SIRACUSA
FRIDAY - MOUNT ETNA - TAORMINA
SATURDAY - TAORMINA - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: SATURDAY - CATANIA
Arrival at Catania and accommodation at hotel (transfer
on request). Welcome drink and meeting with the
assistant at 6.30 pm. Evening at leisure and overnight.
Day 2: SUNDAY - PIAZZA ARMERINA - CEFAL'
After breakfast at the hotel, meeting with the escort
(8am) and beginning of the tour. Departure for Piazza
Armerina: visit to the Roman Villa del Casale, famous for
its magnificent mosaics. Continuation to Cefal' time to
explore the characteristic town, famous for its Norman
Cathedral. Departure for Palermo. Accommodation at
the hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3: MONDAY - MONREALE - PALERMO
Breakfast at the hotel. Guided tour of Monreale: visit the
Cathedral and its golden mosaics and the Benedictine
Cloister. Proceed to Palermo and visit Palazzo dei
Normanni and Palatine Chapel, the Cathedral, Piazza
Pretoria, the Martorana and Villa Malfitano. In the
afternoon, visit to a private and ancient aristocratic
palace (only with minimum 6 people) or visit to a wine
museum. Dinner at restaurant and overnight.
Day 4: TUESDAY - SEGESTA - ERICE
After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Segesta, the
ancient city of the Elimi with the inspiring Doric Temple.
Proceed to visit the medieval town of Erice with pastry
tasting. Accommodation at the Tonnara Bonagia Hotel.
Dinner and overnight.
Day 5: WEDNESDAY - MARSALA - AGRIGENTO
Breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the salt-pans and the
antique mills of Trapani. Break and wine tasting in a
Cellar of the famous Marsala. Proceding to Agrigento.
Visit the Valley of Temples archaeological park.
Accommodation at the hotel and dinner. After dinner,
panoramic tour of the illuminated Valley of
Temples. Overnight.
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$2,633
$3,071
$2,264
Departs on Saturday from Catania
April 16, 23
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11, 18, 25
July 2
September 10, 17, 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
November 5
Special departures on request with supplement
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Day 6: THURSDAY - SIRACUSA
Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for Syracuse: visit the
Greek theatre, the Roman amphitheatre and the Baroque
island-city of Ortygia with the Cathedral Square and the
Arethusa Fountain. Proceed to Taormina.
Accommodation at hotel. Dinner and overnight.
Day 7: FRIDAY - MOUNT ETNA - TAORMINA
After breakfast at the hotel, departure for the excursion
to Mount Etna: visit to the extinct craters at 1.900m and
stop for a wine tasting. In the afternoon, visit to the
Greek Theatre and the historic centre of Taormina.
Return to the hotel. Farewell dinner and overnight.
Day 8: SATURDAY - TAORMINA - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast at the hotel, end of services.
Included:
• Transportation in air-conditioned minibus
• 7 nights accommodation in 5 or 4 star Hotels de
Charme
• Half board, breakfast from the 2nd to the 8th day
• English language driver tour escort from the 2nd to
the 7th day
• Entrance fees for archaeological parks
• Visit to a private noble palace (only with minimum 6
people) or to a wine museum
• Restaurant dinner in Palermo (specialities of the
Palermo area)
• Farewell dinner
• Pastry tasting
• Little gift
Not Included:
• Porterage
• Drinks at meals
• Transfer in/out and night supplement
Selected Hotels
CATANIA
PALERMO
VALDERICE sea
AGRIGENTO
TAORMINA
Excelsior Grand Hotel (5 star)
Centrale Palace (4 star)
Tonnara Bonagia (4 star)
Baglio della Luna (4 star)
Excelsior Palace (4 star)
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ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Classic Italy Tour • 8 days - 6 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8
SATURDAY - DEPART US
SUNDAY - ROME
MONDAY - ROME
TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
WEDNESDAY - FLORENCE
THURSDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
FRIDAY - VENICE
SATURDAY - VENICE - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: SATURDAY - DEPART US
Depart US - Overnight on your transatlantic flight
to Rome.
Day 2: SUNDAY - ROME
Our assistant will meet you at Rome's Fiumicino Airport.
Transfer to your hotel. Rest of the day at leisure to relax
or visit the city and enjoy the enchanting scenery.
Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3: MONDAY - ROME
Continental breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast a
guided half-day tour of the monuments of Rome. You
will visit the beautiful Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza
Navona, Castel S. Angelo and St. Peter's Basilica. Lunch
on your own. Afternoon at leisure. Overnight at
the hotel.
Day 4: TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
Departure from Rome to Florence via Assisi and Siena.
Visit the mystic town of Saint Francis still surrounded by
the ancient walls. Narrow streets open to the beautiful
Basilica of Saint Francis with its early Renaissance
masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue; then proceed on
to Siena, the beautiful medieval city renowned for the
Palio. Then to Florence. Dinner in a local restaurant and
overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: THURSDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
Buffet breakfast. Departure for Venice via Padua, where
you will visit the Cathedral of St. Anthony. Continue on
to Venice and upon arrival enjoy a guided walking tour
of the city to see the Basilica and St.Mark's Square, the
Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs and then a visit to
a glass factory. Dinner and overnight.
Day 7: FRIDAY - VENICE
Buffet breakfast. Day at leisure for optional tour or for
shopping. Dinner and overnight.
Day 8: SATURDAY - VENICE - ARRIVEDERCI
Continental breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own
to Marco Polo airport for your departure flight. Special
plan available with hotel Metro- pole in Rome.
Included:
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Accommodation at 4 star hotels of your choice
Breakfast daily
Meals as per itinerary
Service charges and IVA taxes included
Ground transportation by deluxe motorcoach
Assistant during the tour outside Rome
Sightseeing tours as indicated in the itinerary
Local guides and entrance fees
Transfers as per itinerary
Baggage handling included (one piece per person)
Day 5: WEDNESDAY - FLORENCE
Buffet breakfast. Guided sightseeing tour visiting the
beautiful Piazza del Duomo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria
del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John,
the Academy of Fine Arts Gallery housing the "David" by
Michelangelo, and Santa Croce's church. Rest of the day
at leisure. Dinner and overnight.
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
Departs Saturday from March 19 to October 29, 2005
March 19 - July 15
and Sept 1 - Oct 29
July 16 - August 31
$1,466
$1,323
$1,884
$1,692
$1,389
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
VENICE
Genio (4 star)
Adriatico (4 star)
Principe (4 star)
$1,259
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Emerald Amalfi Tour • 5 days - 4 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
ROME - NAPLES - POMPEII - SORRENTO
SORRENTO - CAPRI - SORRENTO
SORRENTO - AMALFI
AMALFI
AMALFI - POMPEII - ROME
Day 4: AMALFI
Take the day at your own leisure for optional tour to the
Amalfi Coast or for shopping. (B/D/O)
Day 5: AMALFI - POMPEII - ROME
Take the morning at leisure. Early afternoon transfer to
Pompeii for your trip back to Rome. (B)
Additional Information :
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Accommodations at centrally located hotels
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Italian buffet breakfast as per itinerary
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Ground transportation provided
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Local assistance availabile during the tour
*
(B) Breakfast (L) Lunch (D) Dinner (O) Overnight
Selected Hotels
SORRENTO
AMALFI
Day 1: ROME - NAPLES - POMPEII - SORRENTO
Departure to Naples, take a panoramic city tour, then
continue to Pompeii. Visit the ruins and a Cameo factory,
proceed to Sorrento. (L/D/O)
Day 2: SORRENTO - CAPRI - SORRENTO
Take an excursion to Capri to the Blue Grotto and on to
Anacapri for its magnificent views. Take time at your
own leisure. Return to Sorrento. (B/L/D/O)
Day 3: SORRENTO - AMALFI
There is a morning transfer to your hotel in Amalfi by
shuttle. After check in at the hotel, take the day at your
own leisure. (B/D/O)
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Hotel Vesuvio (4 star)
Hotel Dei Cavalieri (3 Star) or
Excelsior (4 star)
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$965
$1,276
$810
Departs Daily from March 1 to October 31, 2005
Enchanting Italy - 10 Day • 10 days - 8 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1 FRIDAY - DEPART US - ITALY
2 SATURDAY - ROME
3 SUNDAY - ROME
4 MONDAY - ROME
5 TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
6 WEDNESDAY - FLORENCE
7 THURSDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
8 FRIDAY - VENICE
9 SATURDAY - VENICE - VERONA - LAKE COMO
10 SUNDAY - MILAN - US - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: FRIDAY - DEPART US - ITALY
Overnight on your transatlantic flight to Rome
Day 2: SATURDAY - ROME
Upon arrival at Rome's Fiumicino Airport, you'll be met
by our assistant for your transfer to the hotel in central
Rome. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight in Rome.
After breakfast at hotel, enjoy an escorted morning
sightseeing tour of the Monuments of Rome. Visit the
Trevi Fountain. Other highlights of the tour includes the
enormous Pantheon and St. Peter's Basilica. The rest of
the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Rome.
After breakfast at hotel, the day is entirely at leisure.
Since Rome can be overwhelming in its choice of
sightseeing, why not make it easier to appreciate all the
best of Rome by selecting one of our optional tours.
Overnight in Rome.
After breakfast at the hotel, depart Rome by deluxe
motorcoach through the Umbrian and Tuscan
countryside. Visit Assisi, the home of St. Francis. You'll
be lead on a guided tour including basilicas, where
highlights include masterpieces by the Renaissance
painters Giotto and Cimabue. Lunch is on your own. In
the afternoon, proceed to Siena in the beautiful Tuscany
region. Enjoy a guided tour of Siena's major treasures.
Proceed through cypress groves and vineyards of the
Chianti country to Florence. Dinner and overnight
in Florence.
After breakfast at the hotel, depart Florence, traverse the
Appenine mountains to arrive at Padua for a visit of the
magnificent Basilica of St. Anthony of Padua. Proceed to
Venice, city of canals, lagoons and gondolas. After
check-in at the hotel, enjoy atour of the magnificent
Piazza and Basilica of St. Mark. Visit also the elaborate
Doge's Palace. Dinner, overnight in Venice.
After breakfast at the hotel, the day is at leisure. Dinner,
overnight in Venice.
Day 9: SATURDAY - VENICE - VERONA - LAKE COMO
After breakfast at hotel, depart Venice for the brief drive
to Verona. Enjoy a short visit of this city of Romeo and
Juliet, site of the magnificent Roman Arena
Amphitheatre. Drive through the Veneto countryside to
beautiful Lake Como, a glacial lake nestled in the Alps on
the Swiss border. Dinner, overnight in Como.
Day 10: SUNDAY - MILAN - US - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast at your hotel, you'll transfer to Malpensa
airport for your return transatlantic flight.
• 8 Nights Accommodation in Centrally-located
First-Class Hotels
• 8 daily Italian breakfasts
• Meals as per Itinerary
• Service charges and taxes included
• Ground transportation via deluxe motorcoach
• Assistant throughout tour
• Sightseeing as per itinerary with local guides and
entrance fees
• Arrival and departure transfer
• Baggage handling one piece per person
After breakfast at the hotel, meet Florence with a guided
tour highlighting Florentine treasures: the cathedral of
Santa Maria del Fiore, Baptistry of St. John, Bell Tower
by the Renaissance master Giotto, the Academy of Fine
Arts gallery housing Michelangelo's "David", and Santa
Croce, housing Cimabue's famed painted Crucifix, and
its own centuries-old leather school and shop. This
afternoon is free for optional sightseeing such as a half
day tour of Pisa. Dinner,overnight in Florence.
Price per person
Land Only
Departs on Fridays
March 18, 25
April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
May 6, 13, 20, 27
June 3, 10, 17, 24
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
August 5, 12, 19, 26
Sept 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21, 28
Special departures on
Dbl
$1,877
$1,877
$1,877
$1,877
$1,835
$1,835
$1,877
$1,877
request with
Sgl
$2,502
$2,502
$2,502
$2,502
$2,446
$2,446
$2,502
$2,502
supplement
Trl
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
VENICE
COMO
MILAN
River (4 Star)
Adriatico (4 Star)
Principe or Amadeus (4 Star)
Grand Hotel (4 Star)
Concorde (4 Star)
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Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
2 SATURDAY - ROME
3 SUNDAY - ROME
4 MONDAY - ROME
5 TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENNA - FLORENCE
8 FRIDAY - VENICE
10 SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN
11 MONDAY - MILAN - US - ARRIVEDERCI
Overnight in Rome.
Trevi Fountain. Other highlights of the tour include the
Overnight in Rome.
Day 5: TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENNA FLORENCE
in Florence.
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Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
Departs on Fridays
March 18, 25
$1,994
$2,695
N/A
April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$1,994
$2,695
N/A
May 6, 13, 20, 27
$1,994
$2,695
N/A
June 3, 10, 17, 24
$1,994
$2,695
N/A
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$1,931
$2,572
N/A
August 5, 12, 19, 26
$1,931
$2,572
N/A
Sept 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
$1,994
$2,695
N/A
October 7, 14, 21, 28 $1,994
$2,695
N/A
Day 10: SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll make the short trip to
Milan, Italy's fashion and business capital. Enjoy a
panoramic visit of Milan. The remainder of the day is at
your leisure. Overnight in Milan.
Day 11: MONDAY - MILAN - US - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast at the hotel, our transfer takes you to
Malpensa airport for your return transatlantic flight.
First-Class Hotels
entrance fees
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
VENICE
COMO
MILAN
River (4 Star)
Adriatico (4 Star)
Concorde (4 Star)
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
2 SATURDAY - ROME
3 SUNDAY - ROME
4 MONDAY - ROME
8 FRIDAY - VENICE
10 SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN - BOLOGNA SAN MARINO
Day 11 MONDAY - SAN MARINO - PERUGIA - ROME
Day 12 TUESDAY - ROME - US - ARRIVEDERCI
Overnight in Rome.
Trevi Fountain. Other highlights of the tour include the
Overnight in Rome.
in Florence.
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
Departs on Fridays
March 18, 25
$2,242
$2,932
N/A
April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$2,242
$2,932
N/A
May 6, 13, 20, 27
$2,242
$2,932
N/A
June 3, 10, 17, 24
$2,242
$2,932
N/A
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$2,185
$2,856
N/A
August 5, 12, 19, 26
$2,185
$2,856
N/A
Sept 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
$2,242
$2,932
N/A
October 7, 14, 21, 28 $2,242
$2,932
N/A
Day 10: SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN - BOLOGNA SAN MARINO
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll make the short trip to
Milan, Italy's fashion and business capital. You'll enjoy a
panoramic tour. Continue to Bologna, one of Italy's most
important art cities.Visit the Duomo and the medieval
town with its charming squares. Proceed to San Marino,
the world's smallest and oldest independent Republic.
Dinner, overnight in San Marino.
Day 11: MONDAY - SAN MARINO - PERUGIA - ROME
After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Perugia, the
charming university town. Visit the impressive Cathedral
and the Palazzo dei Priori. Continue to Rome. Overnight.
Day 12: TUESDAY - ROME - US - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast at hotel, our transfer takes you to Rome's
Airport for your return flight.
First-Class Hotels
entrance fees
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
VENICE
COMO
MILAN
SAN MARINO
River (4 Star)
Adriatico (4 Star)
Concorde (4 Star)
Hotel Titano (4 Star)
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Grand Tour of Northern Italy • 7 days - 6 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
FRIDAY - VENICE
SATURDAY - VENICE - VERONA - LAKE COMO
SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN - SAN MARINO
MONDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 6: SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN - SAN MARINO
Departure to Milan and panoramic tour of the city.
Proceed to Bologna: visit the fascinating medieval town
and then on to San Marino, one of the world's smallest
and oldest independent Republic. (B/D/O)
Day 7: MONDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
San Marino-Perugia-Rome. Departure to Perugia, the
charming University town. Visit the impressing Cathedral
and the Palazzo dei Priori. Proceed to Rome and end of
the tour.(B)
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Departure from Rome to Assisi, the medieval and mystic
town of St. Francis. Proceed to Siena for panoramic visit.
Arrival in Florence. (D/O)
Guided sightseeing tour of the cradle of Renaissance.
Day at leisure. (B/D/O)
Departure for Venice, stop in Padua for a visit of the
Cathedral of St. Anthony. Arriving in Venice, enjoy a
guided walking tour of this enchanting town; later, a visit
to a traditional Venetian glass factory. (B/D/O)
Day at leisure for optional tour to the surrounding
islands or enjoy shopping. (B/D/O)
Departure to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet; then
continue to Como. (B/D/O)
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Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$1,565
$1,872
$1,496
Departs Tuesday from March 22 to November 1, 2005
Selected Hotels
FLORENCE
VENICE
COMO
SAN MARINO
Adriatico (4 star)
Principe (4 star)
Grand Hotel (4 star)
Titano (4 star)
Jewels of the North • 11 days - 10 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1 THURSDAY - MILAN - BOLOGNA - SAN MARINO
2 FRIDAY - SAN MARINO - PERUGIA - ROME
3 SATURDAY - ROME
4 SUNDAY - ROME
5 MONDAY - ROME
9 FRIDAY - VENICE
11 SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN
Day 1: THURSDAY - MILAN - BOLOGNA - SAN MARINO
Depart for San Marino. Stop in Bologna for a visit of the
town. Then onto San Marino. (D/O)
Day 2: FRIDAY - SAN MARINO - PERUGIA - ROME
Depart for Perugia, the ancient University town. Then
proceed to Rome. (B/O)
In the morning take a guided sightseeing tour of the
monuments of the city. (B/O)
Take time at leisure for optional tour to the islands or for
shopping. (B/D/O)
Departure to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet, then
continue to Como. (B/D/O)
Day 11: SUNDAY - LAKE COMO - MILAN
Depart for Milan, the tour will take you to the Central
Railway station where the tour will end. (B)
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In the afternoon take a guided sightseeing tour of
ancient Rome. (B/O)
Take time at leisure for shopping or optional tours. (B/O)
Depart from Rome to Assisi, the medieval and mystic
town of St. Francis. Proceed to Siena for a panoramic
visit. Arrive in Florence. (B/D/O)
Take a guided sightseeing tour of the cradle of
Renaissance. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B/D/O)
Depart for Venice, stop in Padua for a visit of the
Cathedral of St. Anthony. Arrive in Venice and enjoy a
guided walking tour of this enchanting town. Later visit a
traditional Venetian glass factory. (B/D/O)
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$2,198
$2,615
$2,128
Departs Thursday from March 31 to October 27, 2005
Selected Hotels
SAN MARINO
ROME
FLORENCE
VENICE
LAKE COMO
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Titano (4 star)
Diana (4 star)
Adriatico (4 star)
Principe (4 star)
G.H. Como (4 star)
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Jolly Sicily Tour • 8 days - 7 nights • Escorted Tour
Day 1 SATURDAY - PALERMO
Day 2 SUNDAY - PALERMO - MONREALE
Day 3 MONDAY - PALERMO - SEGESTA - ERICE TRAPANI - AGRIGENTO
Day 4 TUESDAY - AGRIGENTO - PIAZZA ARMERINA SIRACUSA
Day 5 WEDNESDAY - SIRACUSA - RAGUSA - CATANIA
Day 6 THURSDAY - CATANIA - MONTE ETNA TAORMINA - MESSINA
Day 7 FRIDAY - MESSINA - REGGIO CALABRIA CAPO D' ORLANDO CEFAL' - PALERMO
Day 8 SATURDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: SATURDAY - PALERMO
Independent arrival at the Jolly Hotel in Palermo. Enjoy a
welcome cocktail, dinner and overnight.
Day 2: SUNDAY - PALERMO - MONREALE
After a buffet breakfast, depart to Monreale to visit the
"Duomo" (Cathedral) which is one of the most renowned
monuments in the world. Visit the city of Palermo
including the Cathedral, the Palatine Chapel in the Royal
Palace, as well as a panoramic tour of the historical
centre. Lunch at the Jolly Hotel. The rest of the day is at
leisure. Dinner and overnight at the Jolly Hotel.
Day 3: MONDAY - PALERMO - SEGESTA - ERICE TRAPANI - AGRIGENTO
After a buffet breakfast, depart for Segesta to visit the
Doric Temple surrounded by a unique landscape. Lunch
at a local restaurant in Erice, a medieval town full of
myth and history, art and environment, located at 800
meters above the sea. After lunch, enjoy an orientation
tour of Trapani?s salt-mills. Continue to Agrigento.
Dinner at Jolly Hotel Della Valle. After dinner, enjoy an
unforgettable panoramic tour of the Valley and see the
illuminated Temples. Overnight in Agrigento.
Day 4: TUESDAY - AGRIGENTO PIAZZA ARMERINA - SIRACUSA
After a buffet breakfast, visit the Valley including the
Temple of Juneo, Concord, Heracles, Zeus, Castor and
Pollux. Continue to Piazza Armerina for lunch in a local
restaurant. After lunch, visit the worldwide famous Villa
Romana del Casale famed for its well preserved
mosaics. Continue to Siracusa. Dinner and overnight at
the Jolly Hotel
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$1,156
$1,408
N/A
Departs on Saturday from Palermo
April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
May 7, 14, 21, 28
June 4, 11, 18, 25
July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
August 6, 13, 20, 27
September 3, 10, 17, 24
October 1, 8, 15, 22
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Day 5: WEDNESDAY - SIRACUSA - RAGUSA - CATANIA
After a buffet breakfast, visit the Archaeological area
including the famous Latomie of the Paradise and the
Dyionisios "Ear", and the island of Ortigia, singular
treasure of the baroque style. Lunch at the Jolly Hotel in
Siracusa. After lunch, depart for Ragusa to visit the
capital of Sicilian's baroque style as well as the Medieval
Ragusa Ibla. Continue to Catania. Dinner and overnight
at the Jolly Hotel.
Day 6: THURSDAY - CATANIA - MONTE ETNA TAORMINA - MESSINA
After a buffet breakfast, take a panoramic tour of Catania
and, meteorological conditions permitting, excursion to
Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe.
Continue to Taormina for lunch. In the afternoon visit the
Greek Theatre and enjoy time at leisure for shopping or
walking through the tiny streets. Continue to Messina:
dinner and overnight at the Jolly Hotel.
Day 7: FRIDAY - MESSINA - REGGIO CALABRIA CAPO D' ORLANDO CEFAL' - PALERMO
After a buffet breakfast, sea conditions permitting,
embark to Reggio Calabria and visit the famous "Bronzi
di Riace". Drive along the Tyrrhenian coast and stop in
Capo D'Orlando for lunch. Continue to Cefal' pleasant
resort well known for its beautiful Norman Cathedral and
medieval washhouse built in the rock. Continue to
Palermo. Farewell dinner and overnight at Jolly Hotel.
Day 8: SATURDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
After a buffet breakfast, end of the tour.
Includes:
• 8 day and 7 night Tour with transportation by deluxe
motorcoach
• 7 nights accommodation at Jolly Hotels (4 star)
• Welcome cocktail
• Full board accommodation with buffet breakfast
• Assistance of multilingual tour escort
• Visits, excursions and meals as per itinerary
• Local guides where necessary.
• Ferry Messina-Reggio Calabria Messina
• Porterage at hotel
Not Included:
• Transfers in and out
• Entrance fees
• Drinks at meals
Selected Hotels
SICILY
Jolly Hotels (4 star)
Mini Art Tour • 4 days - 3 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
SATURDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
SUNDAY - FLORENCE
MONDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
TUESDAY - VENICE - ROME
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•
•
•
•
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$749
$868
$703
Day 2: SUNDAY - FLORENCE
Renaissance. (B/D/O)
Day 3: MONDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
Depart for Venice via Padua with a visit of the Cathedral
of St. Anthony. Arrive in Venice where you will enjoy a
guided walking tour of this enchanting town; later, take a
visit to a glass factory to see the molding of glass.
(B/D/O)
Day 4: TUESDAY - VENICE - ROME
Take a day at leisure for optional tour to the islands of
Burano, Murano, and Torcello or for shopping. In the
afternoon return back to Rome. (B)
Hotels Grifone (3 star)
Continental (3 star)
Day 1: SATURDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA FLORENCE
Depart from Rome to Assisi, the medieval and mystic
town of St. Francis. Proceed onto Siena for panoramic
visit. Arrive in Florence. (D/O)
Selected Hotels
FLORENCE
VENICE
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Mini Northern Tour • 4 days - 3 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - FLORENCE
FRIDAY - VENICE - ROME
Day 4: FRIDAY - VENICE - ROME
Take a day at leisure for optional tour to the islands of
Burano, Murano, and Torcello or for shopping. In the
afternoon we will return back to Rome. (B)
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•
•
•
•
Price per person
Land Only
Departs Tuesdays
Dbl
$851
Sgl
$1,040
Trl
$810
Selected Hotels
FLORENCE
VENICE
Day 1: TUESDAY - ROME - ASSISI - FLORENCE
town of St. Francis. Proceed on to Siena for panoramic
visit. Arrival in Florence. (D/O)
Renaissance. The rest of the day is at leisure. (B/D/O)
Departure for Venice via Padua with a visit of the
Cathedral of St. Anthony. Arrive in Venice, then enjoy a
guided walking tour of this enchanting town; later visit a
glass factory to see the molding of glass. (B/D/O)
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Hotel Adriatico or similar (4 star)
Hotel Principe or similar (4 star)
Southern Splendor • 8 days - 6 nights • Escorted Tour
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DEPART US
ROME
ROME
ROME - POMPEII - SORRENTO
SORRENTO
SORRENTO - CAPRI - ROME
ROME
ARRIVEDERCI
Day 8: ARRIVEDERCI
Continental breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rome's
Fiumicino airport for your departure flight.
Day 1: DEPART US
Overnight on your transatlantic flight to Rome.
Day 2: ROME
Our assistant will meet you at Rome's Fiumicino Airport.
You will be transferred to the hotel. Rest of the day at
leisure to rest or visit the city and enjoy the enchanting
scenery. Overnight at the hotel
Day 3: ROME
Continental breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast you
will departure for a sightseeing tour of the city by our
new and unique Trolley Tour. You will have free time for
lunch on your own. Afternoon at your leisure. Overnight.
Included:
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Accommodation at 4 star hotels of your choice
Breakfast daily
Meals as per itinerary
Service charges and IVA taxes included
Ground transportation by deluxe motorcoach
Assistant during the tour outside Rome
Local guides and entrance fees
Transfers as per itinerary
Baggage handling included (one piece per person)
Day 4: ROME - POMPEII - SORRENTO
Continental breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast
departure for Naples and enjoy a short visit of the city.
Afterwards, continue on to Pompeii and visit the well
preserved ruins of the city buried by the eruption of Mt.
Vesuvius in AD 79. Lunch followed by a visit to the
excavations. Continue on to Sorrento with dinner and
Day 5: SORRENTO
Continental breakfast at the hotel. You will have the day
at leisure in Sorrento. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: SORRENTO - CAPRI - ROME
Continental breakfast at the hotel. After breakfast
departure for Capri by steamer, visit the Blue Grotto
(weather condition permitting). Visit Anacapri and the
piazzetta, the heart of the island's meeting place. Lunch
followed by a visit to Augustus Gardens. Departure to
Rome for overnight at the hotel.
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
Departs Saturday from March 15 to November 15, 2005
March 16 - July 15
and Sept 1 - Nov 15
July 16 - August 31
$1,139
$1,082
$1,606
$1,530
Selected Hotels
ROME
SORRENTO
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day 7: ROME
Continental breakfast at the hotel. Today you will enjoy a
morning tour to the Vatican Museum including the
Tapestry Gallery, the Rooms of Raphael, the Sistine
Chapel (please no shorts or bare arms) and the Vatican
Library. Return to the hotel and enjoy the rest of the day
at leisure. Overnight at the hotel.
Hotel River (4 star)
(4 star depending on availability)
N/A
N/A
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The Art Circle Tour • 7 days - 6 nights • Escorted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
SATURDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
SUNDAY - FLORENCE
MONDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
TUESDAY - VENICE
WEDNESDAY - VENICE - VERONA - LAKE GARDA
- MILAN
Day 6 THURSDAY - MILAN - BOLOGNA - SAN MARINO
Day 7 FRIDAY - SAN MARINO - PERUGIA - ROME
Panoramic tour of the city then departure to Bologna.
Short visit of the town, then off to San Marino. (B/D/O)
Arrival in Perugia, the ancient University town. Then
proceed to Rome. (B)
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•
•
•
•
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
$1,389
$1,646
$1,315
Departs Saturdays from March 26 to October 29, 2005
Day 1: SATURDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA Special departures on request with supplement
FLORENCE
town of St. Francis. Proceed to Siena for panoramic visit. Selected Hotels
FLORENCE
Hotel Grifone (3 star)
Arrival in Florence.(D/O)
VENICE
Hotel Continental (3 star)
MILAN
Hotel Alexander (4 star)
SAN
MARINO
Hotel Titano (4 star)
Guided sightseeing tour of the cradle of Renaissance.
Rest of the day at leisure. (B/D/O)
Depart from Florence, stop in Padua for a visit of the
Cathedral of St. Anthony. Arriving in Venice, enjoy a
guided walking tour of this enchanting town; later, a visit
to a traditional Venetian glass factory. (B/D/O)
Day 4: TUESDAY - VENICE
A day at leisure for optional tour to the islands or for
shopping. (B/D/O)
Day 5: WEDNESDAY - VENICE - VERONA - LAKE
GARDA - MILAN
Departure to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet; then
panoramic view of Lake Garda. Proceed to Milan.
(B/D/O)
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Treasures of Italy • 14 days - 12 nights • Escorted Tour
Day 1 SUNDAY - DEPART USA
Day 2 MONDAY - ROME
Day 3 TUESDAY - ROME - NAPLES - POMPEII SORRENTO
Day 4 WEDNESDAY - SORRENTO - CAPRI - ROME
Day 5 THURSDAY - ROME
Day 6 FRIDAY - ROME
Day 7 SATURDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
Day 8 SUNDAY - FLORENCE
Day 9 MONDAY - FLORENCE - PADUA - VENICE
Day 10 TUESDAY - VENICE
Day 11 WEDNESDAY - VENICE - VERONA LAKE GARDA - MILAN
Day 12 THURSDAY - MILAN - BOLOGNA - SAN MARINO
Day 13 FRIDAY - SAN MARINO - PERUGIA - ROME
Day 1: SUNDAY - DEPART USA
Depart USA to Rome
Choose to relax or begin your own personal exploration
of The Eternal City. Overnight in Rome.
Day 3: TUESDAY - ROME - NAPLES - POMPEII SORRENTO
Departure from Rome to Naples where a short visit of the
town is featured. Then on to Pompeii, the famous Roman
city destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mt.Vesuvius in
79 AD. Lunch in a local restaurant, and afterwards visit of
the escavations. Proceed on to Sorrento. Dinner and
Day 4: WEDNESDAY - SORRENTO - CAPRI - ROME
Departure to Capri by steamer. Weather conditions
permitting visit the Blue Grotta. Return to Marina Grande
and then transfer to Anacapri. Lunch in a typical
restaurant followed by a visit of Augustus gardens with
the view of the Faraglioni. Return to Rome at 9.30pm.
Overnight in Rome.
Day 5: THURSDAY - ROME
Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon, St. Peter's Basilica. The rest
of the day at leisure to enjoy Rome. Overnight.
Day 6: FRIDAY - ROME
best of Rome by selecting our optional tours. Overnight
in Rome.
Day 7: SATURDAY - ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
Early morning, departure for Assisi, the mystic town of
Saint Francis still surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the
Basilica of Saint Francis with its early Renaissance
masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. Proceed on to
Siena, the beautiful medieval city renown for the Palio.
Then on to Florence. Dinner and overnight.
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
Land Only
Departs on Sundays
March 20, 27
$2,383
$3,046
N/A
April 3, 10, 17, 24
$2,383
$3,046
N/A
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
$2,383
$3,046
N/A
June 5, 12, 19, 26
$2,383
$3,046
N/A
July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
$2,269
$2,904
N/A
August 7, 14, 21, 28
$2,269
$2,904
N/A
Sept 4, 11, 18, 25
$2,383
$3,046
N/A
October 2, 9, 16, 23
$2,383
$3,046
N/A
Continental breakfast. Guided sightseeing tour of the
cradle of the Renaissance. Visit the beautiful Piazza del
Duomo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's
Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John, the Academy of
Fine Arts Gallery housing the "David" by Michelangelo,
and Santa Croce, the 13th century Franciscan church with
Cimabue's famous crucifix. Rest of the day at leisure for
optional sightseeing or shopping. Dinner and overnight.
Continental breakfast. Departure for Padua, where you
will visit the famous Cathedral of St. Anthony, guarded
by Donatello's "Gattamelata". Continue on to Venice, and
upon arrival enjoy a guided walking tour of this unique
city. You will see the Piazza and Basilica of St. Mark, the
Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the Prisons. Then
visit a glass factory to see the molding of glass. Dinner
and overnight.
Day 10: TUESDAY - VENICE
Continental breakfast. Morning at leisure for optional tour
to the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello by motor
launch or for shopping. Dinner and overnight.
Day 11: WEDNESDAY - VENICE - VERONA LAKE GARDA - MILAN
Continental breakfast. Departure to Verona, the city of
Romeo and Juliet, then a panoramic view of Lake Garda.
Proceed to Milano. Dinner and overnight.
Continental breakfast. Panoramic tour of the city and then
departure to San Marino via Bologna, one of Italy's most
important art cities. Visit this fascinating medieval town
with its charming squares Piazza Maggiore and Piazza del
Nettuno. Proceed to San Marino, the world's smallest and
oldest independent Republic, founded in the year 301, as
a Christian sanctuary. Dinner and overnight.
Continental breakfast. Departure to Perugia, the charming
university town. Visit the impressive Cathedral and the
Palazzo dei Priori. Proceed to Rome and overnight at the
hotel .
Departure to USA.
Included:
• 12 nights accommodation
• Seven meals as per itinerary
• Ground transportation via deluxe motor coach
entrance fees
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
MILAN
SORRENTO
VENICE
S. MARINO
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Hotel
Millenium (4 star)
Grifone (3 star)
Alexander (4 star)
Vesuvio or Bristol (4 star)
Continental (3 star)
Titano (4 star)
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Italy by Train • 9 days - 7 nights • Hosted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Day 7: FLORENCE - VENICE
Breakfast at the hotel. This morning you will depart on
your own to the train station for your journey by train to
Venice. Transfer to the hotel on your own. The rest of
the day is free. Overnight.
DEPART USA
ROME
ROME
ROME
ROME - FLORENCE
FLORENCE
FLORENCE - VENICE
VENICE
VENICE - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 8: VENICE
After breakfast at the hotel, you'll enjoy a half day
walking sightseeing tour of the city of gondoliers. The
rest of the day is free for shopping or sightseeing on
your own. Overnight.
Day 9: VENICE - ARRIVEDERCI
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer on your own to the
airport for your departure flight.
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•
•
Day 1: DEPART USA
Overnight on your flight to Rome.
Day 2: ROME
In the morning you will arrive at Rome's airport. Transfer
to the hotel. Then you will have the rest of the day at
leisure. Overnight.
Day 3: ROME
Breakfast at the hotel. Take a half-day city tour of
Monumental Rome. Overnight.
7 nights accommodations at the hotel of your choice
Italian buffet breakfast daily
Arrival transfer from Rome airport to the hotel
Transportation by first class train
Sightseeing as indicated in itinerary
Not Included:
• Hotel supplement for Friday and Saturday stay per
night per person in Venice
• Hotel supplement for Carnival (January 28 to
February 8) in Venice
• Air supplement for week end departures
Day 4: ROME
Breakfast at the hotel. Have the day at your own leisure
for an optional sightseeing tour.
Day 5: ROME - FLORENCE
After breakfast, you'll make your own way to the train
station for your journey by train to Florence. Transfer to
the hotel on your own. Then you will have the rest of the
day free. Overnight.
Day 6: FLORENCE
Breakfast at the hotel. Take the morning sightseeing tour
of the "City of Art". Then the rest of the day is free.
Overnight.
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Price per person
Land Only
Departs Daily
Jan 3 - Feb 28
Mar 1 - 15 &
July 16 - Aug 31
Mar 16 - 31
Apr 1 - Jun 30 &
Sept 1 - Nov 13
July 1 - 15
Dbl
Sgl
Trl
$991
$1,317
N/A
$1,105
$1,207
$1,470
$1,592
N/A
N/A
$1,256
$1,615
N/A
$1,233
$1,604
N/A
request with supplement
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
VENICE
Hotel Diana (4 star)
Hotel Cavour (4 star)
Hotel Carlton &
Grand Canal (4 star)
Included:
Naples & Amalfi • 7 days - 6 nights • Hosted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
NAPLES
NAPLES
POMPEII - AMALFI COAST
AMALFI COAST
AMALFI COAST
AMALFI COAST
ARRIVEDERCI
Day 5: AMALFI COAST
After breakfast, Take a full day on your own to enjoy the
beauties offered by this fabulous place.
Day 6: AMALFI COAST
Breakfast and a full day at leisure.
Day 7: ARRIVEDERCI
Private transfer to Naples airport or train station for
departure.
Included:
Day 1: NAPLES
Arrival in Naples with a private transfer to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight
Day 2: NAPLES
After breakfast the rest of the morning is at leisure. Take
a sightseeing tour of the center of Naples where you can
discover the Mediterranean atmosphere and the artistic
treasures of a European capital of culture. We will then
reach the hill of Posillipo, the view of the bay will be
unforgettable. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: POMPEII - AMALFI COAST
After breakfast, depart for a visit to Pompeii and the
Amalfi coast. The ancient city of Pompeii was buried in
the year 79 AD by the eruption of Vesuvius, the only
active volcano of continental Europe. After lunch
proceed without a guide along the Amalfi coast and stop
for free time in Sorrento and Amalfi. Take in the
panoramic view of Positano. We will drop you at your
hotel for your overnight stay.
2 nights in hotel in Naples
4 nights in hotel in Amalfi
Airport transfers
Transfer from Naples to Amalfi
Full-day Pompeii & Amalfi Coast
Half-day Naples
Assistance
Price per person
Dbl
Sgl
Land Only
Departs Friday and Saturdays
Mar 1 - 31 &
$760
N/A
Nov 1 - 15
Apr 1 - Jun 30 &
Oct 1 - 31
$864
N/A
July 1 - Sept 30
$1,002
N/A
Selected Hotels
NAPLES
AMALFI COAST
Trl
N/A
N/A
N/A
Mediterraneo or Terminus or
Mercure (4 star)
Cetus or Excelsior or
Conca Azzurra (4 star)
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•
Day 4: AMALFI COAST
Breakfast and full day at leisure.
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Roma Esclusiva • 7 days - 5 nights • Hosted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
6
DEPART US
ROME
ROME
ROME
ROME
ROME - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: DEPART US
Overnight on your transatlantic flight to Rome.
Day 2: ROME
Morning arrival at Rome's airport. Transfer to the hotel.
Day at leisure. Overnight.
Day 3: ROME
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy a half day city tour; sights
include the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona and
St. Peter's Basilica. Overnight.
Day 4: ROME
Explore the Eternal City of Rome.
Day 5: ROME
Explore the Eternal City of Rome.
Day 6: ROME - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast, transfer to Rome's airport for your
departure flight.
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5 night hotel accommodations
Round-trip transfers between airport & hotel
Half day sightseeing tour of Monumental Rome
Hotel service charges and taxes daily
Price per person in Dbl
Dbl
Land Hosted and Air
Departs Daily
Mar 16 - 31
$989
Apr 1 - May 26 & Sept 1 - Oct 31
$1,323
May 27 - June 30
$1,571
July 1 - Aug 31
$1,422
Nov 1 - 15
$1,043
Selected Hotels
ROME
Hotel Brasile (3 star)
Dbl
Land Hosted and Air
Departs Daily
Mar 17 - 31
$1,400
Apr 1 - May 26 & Sept 1 - Oct 31
$1,701
May 27 - June 30
$1,949
July 1 - Aug 31
$1,605
Nov 1 - 16
$1,421
Selected Hotels
ROME
Hotel Michelangelo (4 star)
Selected Hotels
ROME
Hotel Regina Baglioni (5 star)
Dbl
Land Hosted and Air
Departs Daily
Mar 16 - 31
$2,004
Apr 1 - 30
$2,306
May 1 - 26 & Sept 1 - Oct 31
$2,542
May 27 - June 30
$2,790
July 1 - 31
$2,554
Aug 1 - 31
$2,006
Nov 1 - 15
$2,026
Air and Land Package Price are based on the
best available fare at the time of the brochure
printing for each single period of the season.
Prices might change according to availability.
Triple and Single prices available on request.
Land only available on request.
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Rome & Florence • 8 days - 6 nights • Hosted Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
DEPART US
ROME
ROME
ROME
ROME - FLORENCE
FLORENCE
FLORENCE
FLORENCE - US - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: DEPART US
Overnight on your flight to Rome.
Day 2: ROME
Morning arrival at Rome Airport. Transfer to the hotel.
Have the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight.
Day 3: ROME
Breakfast at the hotel. Take a half-day city tour of
Monumental Rome. Overnight
Day 4: ROME
Breakfast at the hotel. Take the day at leisure, free for
optional tours.
Day 7: FLORENCE
Breakfast at the hotel. You will have the entire day to
explore Florence on your own or take an optional
sightseeing tour.
Day 8: FLORENCE - US - ARRIVEDERCI
Depart on your own to the airport for your departure
flight.
Included:
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6 nights accommodations
Service charges and taxes daily
Transfer from Rome airport to hotel
Sightseeing tour in Rome and Florence
One way transportation by first class train
Price per person
Dbl
Land Only
Departs Friday and Saturdays
Jan 3 - Mar 15
$746
Mar 16 - 31
$888
Apr 1 - July 15 &
Sept 1 - Nov 15
$927
July 16 - Aug 31
$786
Special departures on request with
Selected Hotels
ROME
FLORENCE
Sgl
Trl
$1,061
$1,222
N/A
N/A
$1,239
N/A
$1,100
supplement
Hotel Diana (4 star)
Hotel Cavour (4 star)
Day 5: ROME - FLORENCE
After breakfast, you'll make your own way to the train
station for your journey to Florence. Transfer to the
hotel on your own. The rest of the day is free.
Overnight.
Day 6: FLORENCE
Breakfast at the hotel. Take a morning sightseeing tour
of the City of Art. The rest of the day is free. Overnight.
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Assaggio Toscana • Athletic Beginner • 6 days - 5 nights • Bike Tour
1
2
3
4
5
6
Total Mileage:150
Daily Average: 35
SAN DONATO
LORO CIUFFENNA
AREZZO
CORTONA
LAKE TRASIMENO
ARRIVEDERCI
Included:
Day 1: SAN DONATO
Engulfed by Tuscany's stunning panorama, warm up on
a zig zagging ride through olive groves and amidst stone
villas. A homemade gelato sampling precedes our
introduction to the sights and sounds of this classic tour.
Day 2: LORO CIUFFENNA
The zigzagging continues as we pedal through the
dramatic sun-drenched Pratomagno range where
microclimates flourish. We will stop at the Fattoria
dei Mandri and visit the old Medici estate and olive
oil press.
Day 3: AREZZO
Zip through olive groves on your way to Renaissance
gem Arezzo. We'll have a walking tour of Arezzo's many
artistic treasures.
Day 4: CORTONA
Take a afternoon walking tour of this architectural gem
leads us to Roman arches, Etruscan tombs and
Renaissance palaces.
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All accommodations
Four dinners
One light lunch & one picnic
Wine tasting walking tours of Arezzo & Cortona
Daily cycling clinics
Not Included:
• A 27-speed lightweight road or 24-speed hybrid
bicycle (available in Italy at additional $120.00
rental cost)
• Transport of bike case (for guests who bring their own
bike; shipping available in Italy for additional fee)
• Wine and alcoholic beverages
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Transfers to the starting point or from the finishing
point unless specified; we can assist you in planning
and arranging for any necessary shuttles
• Helmets (Bring your own, can not be rented in Italy)
• Personal expenses (laundry, supplies, phone calls, etc)
• Guide tip
Day 5: LAKE TRASIMENO
Cross the border to the Green Heart of Italy- Umbria and
the blue waters of Lago Trasimeno, where Romans and
elephants once roamed.
Day 6: ARRIVEDERCI
Why not extend your Tuscan journey with a few extra
days to see Florence's Renaissance treasures. For those
continuing on, we will shuttle you to Cortona's train
station after breakfast and assist you with any post tour
travel needs.
Price per person
Land Only
May 8, 21
June 5
September 4
October 2
Dbl
$2,595
Sgl
$2,995
22
Trl
N/A
Selected Hotels
FATTORIA DEGLI USIGNOLI
RELAIS FATTORIA VIGNALE
SAN MICHELE
San Donato (2 nights)
Chanti (2 nights)
Cortona (1 night)
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Day
Day
Day
Day
• 11 days - 10 nights • Bike Tour
Day 1 SUNDAY - FANO
Day 2 MONDAY - URBINO
Day 3 TUESDAY - GENGA STAZIONE
Day 4 WEDNESDAY - GUBBIO
Day 5 THURSDAY - SPELLO
Day 6 FRIDAY - SPELLO (REST DAY)
Day 7 SATURDAY - TODI
Day 8 SUNDAY - ORVIETO
Day 9 MONDAY - SORANO
Day 10 TUESDAY - PORTO ERCOLE
Day 11 WEDNESDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 8: SUNDAY - ORVIETO
After descending from Todi we climb for 7 miles along an
incredible road. Sunflower fields, vineyards, wheat fields
and bright yellow broom line our route. After the Prodo
climb, then enjoy an incredible descent to Orvieto. We
will have Lunch in Orvieto and then tour underground
Etruscan ruins.
Day 2: MONDAY - URBINO
From Fano we ride into fields and family farm plots. The
road begins to twist up and through a river valley. We are
on a main road for the last 6 miles and there will be some
traffic.
Day 10: TUESDAY - PORTO ERCOLE
Today we will be visiting Pitigliano, a former Jewish
settlement carved out of volcanic tufa rock. In the
afternoon we are rewarded with a final downhill ride to
the Mediterranean.
Day 1: SUNDAY - FANO
At 1:00 we meet for a light lunch and intros and a quick
spin into the hills along the coast.
Day 3: TUESDAY - GENGA STAZIONE
After a morning tour of Urbino's Palazzo, we set out for the
roughly hewn Le Marche region. The ride passes along a
spectacular gorge, the Gola di Furlo and then through
wonderful mountain farmland ending near the immense
Grotto di Frassasi beneath a gorgeous mountain, visible
for miles.
Day 4: WEDNESDAY - GUBBIO
This morning we will visit the very fascinating Grotte di
Frasassi, the largest grottoes in Europe. Following our visit,
we go back through Sassoferrato and through the
Apennines. Our arrival in Gubbio comes after a tough little
climb then an incredible descent towards this charming
medieval city.
Day 5: THURSDAY - SPELLO
We descend from Gubbio to view it from the front. Several
wake-up hills and fun downhills through lush landscape
work up an appetite for our picnic & game of bocce in
Carbonesca. The last third of the ride is up and down
through the farmland that surrounds Assisi. Our ride scoots
around the base of Assisi and is flat until Spello, where you
have one final test, a very steep climb to our hotel. We will
then have a cooking demonstration by the young and
creative chef, Marco Gubbiotti.
Day 6: FRIDAY - SPELLO (REST DAY)
Today, there is an optional morning ride or you may take
time on your own to explore Assisi & Spello. A shuttle will
take the group to Assisi for our walking tour with a local
guide.
Day 7: SATURDAY - TODI
Flat and rolling riding through farmland brings us all the
way to Bevagna. After lunch and Bastardo we begin to
climb again through vineyards and sunflower and wheat
fields. Its spectacular setting merits a climb at the end of
the day.
Price per person
Land Only
April 17
May 22
June 26
September 18
October 2
Dbl
$3,795
Sgl
$4,295
Trl
Day 9: MONDAY - SORANO
We head towards the charming village of Civita and then
onto Bolsena. Picnic at Bagnoreggio then swim at
Capodimonte will leave you refreshed for the climb ahead.
The climb to Gradoli and beyond is tough but a fantastic
ride along a ridge is our reward. We are in three regions
today: Umbria, briefly Lazio and finally Tuscany. This entire
region is very rich in Etruscan history.
Day 11: WEDNESDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
We will shuttle you to Orbetello (Scalo) to catch trains to
other destinations in Italy. Or, why not spend a few nights
on the Costa di Argento exploring footpaths or relaxing on
the beach? Buon Viaggio!
Total Mileage: 420
Daily Average: 40
Included:
• All accommodations
• Eight dinners & two picnic lunches
• 1-2 wine tastings
• Evening music
• Walking tours of Fano, Assisi, underground Orvieto
• Visit to Palazzo Ducale in Urbino
• Visit to Frasassi grottoes
• Cooking demonstration in Spello
• Shuttle to train station on last day of trip
Not Included:
• A 27-speed lightweight road or 24-speed hybrid bicycle
(available in Italy at additional $185.00 rental cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Transfers to the starting point or from the finishing point
unless specified; we can assist you in planning and
arranging for any necessary shuttles
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
HOTEL ELIZABETH
SAN DOMENICO
ALBERGO FRASASSI
BOSONE PALACE
LA BASTIGLIA
BRAMANTE
MAITANI
DELLA FORTEZA
DON PEDRO
Fano (1 Night)
Urbino (1 night)
Genga (1 night)
Gubbio (1 night)
Spello (2 nights)
Todi (1 night)
Orvieto (1 night)
(1 night)
(1 night)
Bike Across Italy 1 • Intermediate
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• 12 days - 11 nights • Bike Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1 SUNDAY - POLIGNANO
2 MONDAY - MARTINA FRANCA
3 TUESDAY - MATERA
4 WEDNESDAY - METAPONTO
5 THURSDAY - POTENZA
6 FRIDAY - BASILICATA
7 SATURDAY - THE CILENTO COAST
8 SUNDAY - THE CILENTO COAST
9 MONDAY - POLLINO NATIONAL PARK
10 TUESDAY - THE HEART OF CALABRIA
11 WEDNESDAY - CITTADELLA DEL CAPO
12 THURSDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 4: WEDNESDAY - METAPONTO
The ride starts with a couple of busy miles getting out of
town, then turns to a steep, narrow super fun descent
for about 3 miles. The road then levels out and gradually
descends to sea level in about 25 miles. We start out
rolling through groves of enormous ancient olive trees
(some of which are said to be over a thousand years
old!), pine forests and eventually enter into the land of
citrus and eucalyptus trees, making our way through the
splendid woodland called "Bosco Pantano del Policoro"
down the Ionian Coast.
Day 5: THURSDAY - POTENZA
Today's route starts with a spectacular roller coaster ride
skirting Monte Ignino and the Brandano River Valley.
While riding through a World Wildlife Foundation protected forest of pine trees and eucalyptus, we'll
encounter breathtaking views of the Lago di Giuliano
and tiny hilltop villages. We'll pause to enjoy a picnic of
local specialties before we start climbing. Though the
climbs are long and tough, the entire route is full of
spectacular views in this untouristed area.
Day 6: FRIDAY - BASILICATA
Today we leave from the Basentino River Valley crossing
over Monte Caravino to the Tanagro River Valley to the
border of Campania.
Day 1: SUNDAY - POLIGNANO
A guide and van are at the airport for guests arriving at
12:30 pm. Bike fitting in front of our first hotel at 3 pm
before our quick spin up the coast. Early evening
cocktails and a leisurely walk around this lovely
seaside town.
Day 2: MONDAY - MARTINA FRANCA
Riding through the land of the curious looking conical
shaped houses called Trulli is really a joy! The Pugliese
country folk are very superstitious as can be seen from
the interesting archaic looking figures and designs
painted on the roofs of some trulli.
Day 3: TUESDAY - MATERA
Today's ride is flat with several long stretches of very
straight road. Curiously, we begin to see more of the dry
stacked stonewalls dividing farming plots (miles and
miles of them) and the farms become much larger as we
go along. We will pass the Trulli land between
Alberobello and Martina Franca.
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Day 7: SATURDAY - THE CILENTO COAST
Today's ride is a bit difficult, but all the climbing is
rewarded at the end with an incredibly blissful 17 mile
descent to the coast. We start out rolling along the
valley for about 10 miles and turn up into the Cilento
and Vallo di Diano National Park. The road winds around
through dense forests of pine, beech-wood and the
occasional eucalyptus grove. The farmers cultivate
olives and apples, and we start to see more grape vines
than we had in the Basilicata region.
Day 8: SUNDAY - THE CILENTO COAST
Today is a beautiful scenic ride along "the other Amalfi
Coast", the stretches of beaches the Italians prefer to the
more famous and touristy ones farther north. Riding
along the narrow cliffs of Cersuta, we are reminded of a
local anecdote. Just a couple of miles before we reach
Maratea we'll come across a narrow stretch of road
called "Torre Apprezzami l'Asino", which means, "Tower
of the Pricing of a Donkey." The pass is so narrow that
only one donkey can pass at a time.
Bike Across Italy 2 • Intermediate
Day 10: TUESDAY - THE HEART OF CALABRIA
Today's route is extremely curvy with some difficult
climbs as we continue to skirt the periphery of the
Pollino National Park. We will pass through some of the
small towns settled by Albanians who fled from the
Turks over 500 years ago. We'll pass through Lungro
which is one of the more characteristic of the Albanian
villages.
Day 11: WEDNESDAY - CITTADELLA DEL CAPO
After a pleasant night's sleep at the five-star Palazzo del
Capo, your castle by the sea, you will have your choice
of riding or spending time at the beach. While riding, we
will see more people out and about working their small
farm plots or just hanging about. Meet with Ciclismo
codirector Mauro Rugiero's extended family and learn
more about their lives in this
beautiful area of Italy.
Included:
• Eight dinners and two picnic lunches
• Guided walking tour of the Trulli of Alberobello and
the Sassi of Matera
• One tasting of Castel San Lorenzo and Celento wine
• Guided boat tours of illuminated grottos
• Full van support
• Cycling clinics and one-onone coaching
• Native bilingual guides
Not Included:
• A 27-speed lightweight road or 24-speed hybrid bicycle (available in Italy at additional $185.00 rental cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Day 12: THURSDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast at the hotel we will shuttle you to the
Lamezia Airport where you may make connections to
Rome or Milan. You can also take a train from Capo
Bonifati train station to Rome, taking just under 2 hours.
Total mileage: 500+
Daily average: 45-50
Price per person
Land Only
May 8
June 5
October 2, 16
Dbl
$3,895
Sgl
$4,395
Trl
N/A
Day 9: MONDAY - POLLINO NATIONAL PARK
Today's route starts with some seriously tough climbing
from the sea and then enters into the Pollino National
Park. We wind our way through forests of pine,
beach-wood and mountain oak. The town of Castelluccio
is reknown for its skillful craftsmanship of copper. The
towns of Rotonda on the extra loop option, is famous for
the introduction of the red eggplant in Italy. This
afternoon we will arrive in Morano Calabro, listed in the
directory of the most beautiful towns in Italy.
Selected Hotels
GROTTA PALAZZESE Polignano a Mare (1 night)
VILLA DUCALE
Martina Franca (1 night)
HOTEL SASSI
Matera (2 nights)
ALBERGO LA PRIMULA
Potenza (1 night)
LA CERTOSA
Padula (1 night)
KINGS HOTEL
Palinuro (1 night)
VILLA CHETA
Maratea (1 night)
VILLA SAN DOMENICO
Morano Calbro (1 night)
PALAZZO DEL CAPO Citadella del Capo (2 nights)
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Giro D'Italia • Advanced • 15 days - 14 nights • Bike Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1 MONDAY - VENICE
2 TUESDAY - VENICE - TAGLIO DI PO
3 WEDNESDAY - TAGLIO DI PO - RAVENNA
4 THURSDAY - RAVENNA TO FLORENCE
5 FRIDAY - FLORENCE (REST DAY)
6 SATURDAY - FLORENCE - AREZZO
7 SATURDAY - AREZZO - CASTIGLIONE DEL LAGO
8 SUNDAY - CASTIGLIONE - SPOLETO
9 MONDAY - SPOLETO (REST DAY)
10 TUESDAY - SPOLETO - ASCOLI PICENO
11 WEDNESDAY - ASCOLI PICENO FONTE CERRETO
12 THURSDAY - FONTE CERRETO - CARAMANICO
13 FRIDAY - CARAMANICO - SCANNO
14 SATURDAY - SCANNO - GAETA
15 SUNDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: MONDAY - VENICE
We meet on the patio of our hotel for introductions. Bike
fitting and a quick spin. After a stroll along Venice's
maze of waterways we enjoy a welcome dinner.
Day 2: TUESDAY - VENICE - TAGLIO DI PO
Today we begin with a couple of short ferry rides that
connect us with the enchanting fishing village of
Pellestrina. From here we ride along dikes running high
above the rivers and inlets.
Day 3: WEDNESDAY - TAGLIO DI PO - RAVENNA
Another flat and gorgeous ride that starts out in the
Veneto and crosses into Emilia Romagna following a
gorgeous dike that snakes its way along a river. As we
approach Comacchio, you will notice a bit more tourist
activity, as we pass many of the famous "lidi" (beaches)
that the Adriatic is known for. After Comacchio we go
around an enormous inland lake. We arrive in Ravenna
in time to enjoy the incredible mosaics, museum and
piazzas close to the hotel.
Day 4: THURSDAY - RAVENNA TO FLORENCE
Today's ride is the longest ride of the trip with our first
real climb. We ride from the Emilia Romagna region to
Toscana. From Faenza, the farmland turns to mountain
landscape as we zig zag our way to Marradi. The
descent down from Vetta La Croce is called La
Panoramica, the perfect nickname for a rolling descent
towards Fiesole along a ridge that looks out over Monte
Morello. Dinner in Firenze.
Day 5: FRIDAY - FLORENCE (REST DAY)
A free day to see the smaller back roads of Florence. If
you want suggestions on what to see or do in Florence,
please ask the guides.
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Day 6: SATURDAY - FLORENCE - AREZZO
Today's ride offers a lovely sample of picture-perfect
Tuscan landscape. It begins along a bit of a busy road
that follows the Arno. We will drop down into that valley
with smooth roads lined by olive groves. The climb to
Reggello is shaded, steady, lovely and never too steep.
This area is known for its delicious olive oil. From
Regello the ride is heavenly, curving in and out of the
foothills of the Aretina. We slowly loose elevation as we
spin through tiny villages. Dinner is on your own.
Day 7: SATURDAY - AREZZO - CASTIGLIONE DEL LAGO
Today's ride starts in Tuscany and finishes in Umbria.
We begin with flat and rolling terrain through wheat and
sunflower fields, the route dips up and down through
several small villages. In the distances are many tiny
hilltowns. The extra loop to Pienza is challenging but
absolutely gorgeous with golden hills framed by cypress
trees. The descent from Montepulciano is fantastic!
Day 8: SUNDAY - CASTIGLIONE - SPOLETO
Today is a long ride into Spoleto. We ride through the
heart of Umbria with several hills around Lago
Trasimeno and then along flat ride to Bevagna. About
10km after passing Torgiano look at the mountains to
your left, on a clear day you can see Assisi on the
hillside. Continuing our historical tour, we stop at the
wine museum in Torgiano, have an optional stop at the
ceramic village of Deruta and ride along the ancient Via
Flaminia through Bevagna, with its Roman baths
covered in elaborate marine mosaics, and Montefalco.
Day 9: MONDAY - SPOLETO (REST DAY)
You will love this rest day in Spoleto, an Umbrian hill
town gem. Spoleto is an ancient city with a
contemporary flair. Dinner is on your own.
Day 10: TUESDAY - SPOLETO - ASCOLI PICENO
Weather permitting, this ride is one of the most
spectacular of the trip. We cycle in the Apennines again,
this time in an upper plain called Piano Grande. We
begin with a short visit to Norcia where you can buy
incredible truffle and porcini mushroom sauce at a Da
Marco at the opposite side of the main piazza (21km).
The first 4km are gentle, then a bit steep and the
remaining 10km are steady and not too steep. At the
very top you are welcomed by a magnificent view of the
Piano Grande and the surrounding peaks. Picnic alla
grande! From Piano Grande another climb starts
gradually and gets steeper towards the summit. Long
descent into Ascoli.
Day 12: THURSDAY - FONTE CERRETO - CARAMANICO
Today's ride is truly glorious with cascading descents
and plenty of crisp mountain air. We start out climbing
towards Campo Imperatore from Fonte Cerreto with
exceptional views. We climb again just before Castel
Monte and then tadaaaa---the Abruzzo curtain goes up.
We continue with a descent and then a short climb to
Calascio. We have a short climb to Capestrano, a
wonderful village with its Tuscan Piccolomini castle,
used as the town hall today. Optional shuttle to
Caramanico Terme.
Day 13: FRIDAY - CARAMANICO - SCANNO
Today's ride offers a taste of the lush yet rugged Maiella,
a mountain range that more recently has been made
into a national park. Our ride takes us through several
charming villages in the morning--each one conveniently
placed on top of a hill with valleys separating each.
From San Eufemia all the way to the top of the pass, the
road gently climbs along the edge of this spectacular
chain. From Passo San Leonardo it's a roller coaster
descent towards Pacentro and down to Sulmona. From
Sulmona we ride 20 more miles along an amazing gorge
to the tiny village of Scanno, considered one of
Abruzzo's most authentic villages.
Day 14: SATURDAY - SCANNO - GAETA
From Scanno we begin a challenging zig zagging climb
through the Abruzzo National Park, Italy's second largest.
The downhill is incredible, with an exhilarating view of
Lago Barrea in the distance. We have a 1 h 30 min
shuttle to Gaeta, a seaside village with a medieval
atmosphere. Tonight we'll celebrate our remarkable
Italian journey with a succulent seafood feast
and abundant toasts!
Price per person
Land Only
May 16
June 27
September 5, 26
Dbl
$4,295
Sgl
$4,895
Trl
N/A
Day 15: SUNDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
We will help you in your pre-departure plans. We highly
recommend an excursion to the sleepy volcanic island
of Ponza with its emerald water, white sandy beaches
and pastel-colored houses.
Total mileage: 492
Daily average: 40
Included:
• 10 dinners & 3 picnic lunches organized
by Ciclismo Classico
• 1-2 wine tastings
• 3 cycling clinics
• Music
• Visits with local bike craftsmen
• 3 shuttles: Norcia, Capestrano, Gran Sasso, Gaeta
Not Included:
bicycle (available in Italy at additional $200.00 rental
cost)
• Transport bike case (for guests who bring their own
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
RUSSO PALACE
TESSARIN
HOTEL DIANA
HOTEL SILLA
CONTINENTALE
MIRALAGO
SAN LUCA
HOTEL PALAZZO
GUIDEROCCHI
HOTEL NIDO DELL’AQUILA
LA RESERVE
HOTEL VITTORIA
LE ROCCE
Venice (1 night)
Taglia di Po (1 night)
Ravenna (1 night)
Florence (2 nights)
Arezzo (1 night)
Castiglione del Lago
Spoleto (2 nights)
(1 night)
Ascoli Piceno (1 night)
Fonte Cerrato (1 night)
Caramanico Terme
Scanno (1 night)
Gaeta (1 night)
Day 11: WEDNESDAY - ASCOLI PICENO FONTE CERRETO
Before departing, take a quick spin to see the market
behind the main square of Ascoli. Our ride starts out
with some traffic for the first 7km; as it begins to climb
through a lovely valley the traffic subsides. The uphills
are fairly gentle with some steeper sections. After lunch
we climb out of Teramo to discover an incredible
panorama for miles, the gently rolling hills and fields
seem to go on forever. We shuttle 1 hour through the
mountain to Fonte Cerreto, a ski resort town in the
Grand Sasso.
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La Bella Sicilia Est • Athletic beginner • 9 days - 8 nights • Bike Tour
Day 1 FRIDAY - NOTO
Day 2 SATURDAY - NOTO - RAGUSA
Day 3 SUNDAY - RAGUSA LOOP - DONNAFUGATA
CASTLE - SCICLI
Day 4 MONDAY - RAGUSA - CALTAGIRONE
Day 5 TUESDAY - CALTAGIRONE S GIOVANNI LA PUNTA
Day 6 WEDNESDAY - ETNA HIKE
Day 7 THURSDAY - AEOLIAN ISLANDS - SALINA PANAREA
Day 8 FRIDAY - AEOLIAN ISLANDS - LIPARI
Day 1: FRIDAY - NOTO
We meet at the Catania airport and shuttle to our first
hotel in Noto. Founded in the IX century BC by the Siculi
on "Monte Alveria" Noto was the center of art and
culture for a number of different civilizations: Greek,
Roman, Byzantine, Arab, Norman, Suevian, Aragonese,
and Spanish.
Day 2: SATURDAY - NOTO - RAGUSA
Today's ride takes us up in the Altopiano Ibleo, a remote
and beautiful area. We continue on to the modern
Ragusa. An afternoon bath by the pool in the hotel's
garden will soothe your legs and relax your muscles
after the first full day on the bike.
Day 3: SUNDAY - RAGUSA LOOP - DONNAFUGATA
CASTLE - SCICLI
We start today's ride with a pleasant downhill from the
Altopiano Ibleo toward the coast. We stop for a visit of
the beautiful Villa Donnafugata, then we continue among
carob trees and greenhouses to reach Scicli. After lunch
we climb back the valley with great views of Irminio
river canyon. In the evening enjoy a walking tour of
ancient Ragusa Ibla and dinner in town.
Day 4: MONDAY - RAGUSA - CALTAGIRONE
Caltagirone, built on three hillocks, was completely
rebuilt in 1693 after a terrible earthquake, and has all the
characteristics of a 17C Baroque Sicilian town. Take the
bus into town or ride your bikes (please keep them
securely locked to a post with a lock around the frame).
Day 5: TUESDAY - CALTAGIRONE S GIOVANNI LA PUNTA
Enjoy a roller coaster ride to Morgantina and walk along
the extensive excavations of one of the world's best
preserved Greek cities dating back to 600 BC. The
Greeks absorbed the city some six centuries later. In 211
BC, it was destroyed by the Romans during tahe Punic
Wars and was eventually rebuilt as a Roman city.
Price per person
Land Only
May 27
October 14
Dbl
$3,650
Sgl
$4,150
28
Trl
N/A
Day 6: WEDNESDAY - ETNA HIKE
Take an early van ascent up Mt Etna to hike and see the
volcanic area and absorb the magnificent views. On a
clear day, see all of Sicily. In the afternoon we shuttle to
Milazzo, to catch a quick ferry to Lipari, our volcanic
island base for two nights.
Day 7: THURSDAY - AEOLIAN ISLANDS - SALINA PANAREA
We have a relaxing boat ride with our native seamen
through calm, turquoise blue Mediterranean waters to
Salina. On bike, we explore the city of Salina.
Day 8: FRIDAY - AEOLIAN ISLANDS - LIPARI
Geologically, the island of Lipari is quite rugged, with
deep caverns, steep cliffs, and splendid views. Here
you'll find beautiful scenery, volcanoes, castles, thermal
resorts, water sports, and, of course, magnificent
beaches.
From Lipari, we'll escort you back to the Catania airport
on mainland Sicily to continue your travels to Italy and
beyond!
Total mileage: 243
Daily average: 29
Included:
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All accommodations
Five dinners & two lunches (1 picnic)
Two wine tastings
Cycling clinics
Music by local musicians
Guided walking tours
Three shuttles
Visit to Morgantina
Hike up Mount Etna
Boat ride with locals to remote turquoise coves
Not Included:
cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
VILLA FAVORITA
EREMO DELLA GIUBILIANA C.
VILLA S. MAURO
VILLA PARADISO DELL ETNA
VILLA MELIGUNIS
Noto (1 night)
da Giubiliana (2 nights)
Caltagirone (1 night)
San(1 night)
(3 nights)
Sud Tyroll Roll • Athletic Beginner • 9 days - 8 nights • Bike Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
SATURDAY - HIGHER VENOSTA VALLEY
SUNDAY - LAKE RESIA
MONDAY - MID VENOSTA VALLEY
TUESDAY - RABLA - BOLZANO
WEDNESDAY - HIKE ON THE RENON PLATEAU
THURSDAY - BOLZANO - TRENTO
FRIDAY - TRENTO - LAKE GARDA
SATURDAY - LOOP TO PACENGO
SUNDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: SATURDAY - HIGHER VENOSTA VALLEY
Shuttle from Bolzano's train station to our hotel in
Burgusio. After a short intro meeting we begin the tour
with a warm up ride to the towns below Burgusio:
Clusio, Laudes and the small fortified village of Glorenza.
Day 2: SUNDAY - LAKE RESIA
We shuttle to the lower tip of Lake Resia and start our
ride on the bike path along its eastern shore. We'll stop
in Curon for a look at its partially submerged bell tower.
Then off to Nauders in Austria for lunch. After dinner we
will relax on the terrace overlooking the valley and enjoy
the hotel facilities.
Day 3: MONDAY - MID VENOSTA VALLEY
On today's ride we go from Burgusio at 3600 ft, to Rabla
at 1500 ft in the beautiful Val Venosta/Vinschgau along
the River Adige. Most of the itinerary is on country
roads, often closed to traffic, winding through apple
orchards, pastures and forests. We visit Glorenza, a
pefectly preserved 16th century town, and have lunch
close to the historical center of Silandro. In the
afternoon we arrive in the Hotel Hanswirt in Rabla.
Day 4: TUESDAY - RABLA - BOLZANO
A relaxing day through the wide lower Venosta valley
heading downhill to the regional capital of Bolzano. Take
an optional detour to Appiano and Caldaro, visit the
winemakers in S. Michele, and in the afternoon take time
to wander around the bustling town center of Bolzano
with a local guide.
Day 5: WEDNESDAY - HIKE ON THE RENON PLATEAU
An unforgettable day. We take a cable car from the
center of Bolzano to reach the Renon Plateau which we
then traverse through wide fields and splendid forests,
with a view on the Catinaccio, Rosengarten, and Latemar
ranges of the western Dolomites. On our way back there
is our first picnic in Oberbozen in the company of
beautiful Avelignesi horses and Tibetan lama's.
Day 6: THURSDAY - BOLZANO - TRENTO
Slowly savor a long, flat ride past vineyards, orchards,
rivers and the lovely Lake Caldaro on the "Ciclopista del
Sole" (bike path of the the sun). After lunch we'll visit
Francesco Moser's bicycle factory and, then enter into
the regional capital of Trento and have the opportunity
to wander around this ancient Roman town.
Price per person
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and Sept 1 - Oct 29
July 16 - August 31
$1,466
$1,323
$1,884
$1,692
$1,389
Day 7: FRIDAY - TRENTO - LAKE GARDA
Pedaling on along Adige River through a sea of
vineyards, enter Italy's Lake District and stop in culturally
diverse Rovereto, built around an imposing Venetian
castle. The second part of the day offers two options: A
boat ride on the crystal blue shores of the magical Lago
di Garda or a longer ride along the Val Lagarina all the
way to our stay in the Venetian-inspired Lazise, a special
grand finale to our Sud Tyrol excursion.
Day 8: SATURDAY - LOOP TO PACENGO
A morning ride on the back roads of the lower Garda
Lake District that takes us to Cola. We get back for a
picnic and wine tasting. In evening we will have a
farewell dinner in one of Lazise's finer restaurants. You
have two options today. You can choose a shorter
easier ride along the "Olive Oil road" in the morning,
followed by a relaxing afternoon by the lake. Or you
may choose a long ride with a very challenging climb up
to Ferrara di Mt. Baldo.
Day 9: SUNDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
We bid you a fond farewell and shuttle you to the
Peschiera del Garda train station. Why not spend a
couple of days in Verona, the fair city of Romeo and
Juliet, or head to Venezia for a complete sensory
immersion.
Total mileage: 192
Daily average: 27
Included:
• Six dinners & two picnics
• Two wine tastings
• Cycling clinics
• Walking tours of Glorenza, and Bolzano with local
guides
• Mountain hikes
• Evening of local music
Not Included:
bicycle (available in Italy at additional $170.00
rental cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
CROCE BIANCA
HOTEL HANSWIRT
HOTEL GREIF
ACCADEMIA
Burgusio (2 nights)
Partschins/Rabland (1 night)
Bolzano ( 2 nights)
Trento (1 night)
$1,259
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Best of Southern Italy • Athletic Beginner • 9 days - 8 nights • Bike Tour
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SUNDAY - POLIGNANO
MONDAY - POLIGNANO - ALBEROBELLO
TUESDAY - MATERA
WEDNESDAY - LOOP RIDE TO METAPONTO
THURSDAY - MARTINA FRANCA
FRIDAY - LOOP RIDE TO LOCOROTONDO
SATURDAY - SAVELLETRI
SUNDAY - LOOP TO OSTUNI
MONDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: SUNDAY - POLIGNANO
A guide and van are at the airport for guests arriving at
12:30pm. Bike fitting in front of our first hotel at 3pm
before our quick spin up the coast. Early evening
cocktails and a leisurely walk around this lovely
seaside town.
Day 2: MONDAY - POLIGNANO - ALBEROBELLO
Today we have a wonderful first ride through Pugliese
towns and farmland to the grottoes of Castellana. For
lunch we will stop at the Agriturismo Serragambetta
where our host "Zia Nina" will provide a fascinating
cooking lesson followed by a sumptuous feast. Our ride
today includes a cycling clinic in "beginning gear
changing."
Day 3: TUESDAY - MATERA
On today's roads we spin through manicured farmlands
and shady oak groves to Matera, the city of caves. Once
we arrive you will have time to explore this amazing city,
listed as an official World Heritage Site.
Day 4: WEDNESDAY - LOOP RIDE TO METAPONTO
This is a great day for bikers who like downhill. We
enjoy an early descent to the Ionian Coast. On the way
there we will also stop to take in the Greek history of the
ruins of Magna Grecia.
Day 5: THURSDAY - MARTINA FRANCA
Today's roads zig zag through trulli neighborhoods and
farmland. We stop in Locorotondo and visit the winery
of the Cantina Sociale and the old town center. We go
on to Martina Franca for a walk through this baroque
town. Upon our arrival in Alberobello, our friends in this
"trulli" delightful town will give us a thorough walking
tour.
Day 7: SATURDAY - SAVELLETRI
More olive groves and amazing views as we pedal along
the coast to the Fasano and Selva region. Along the way
we will stop at the Greek ruins of Egnazia.
Day 8: SUNDAY - LOOP TO OSTUNI
Today's ride begins flat through Puglia's maze of olive
groves. After a tour of a 16th century olive oil museum,
enjoy a long, gentle ascent to the town of Cisternino. We
continue our ride to Ostuni where we have lunch and a
walking tour of this whitewashed town. After lunch we
enjoy a long downhill to Masseria S. Domenico.
Day 9: MONDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Our early morning shuttle takes you to Foggia where
you can make train connections to the rest of Italy.
Total mileage: 180
Daily average: 22
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All accommodations
Six dinners & two picnic lunches
Two wine tastings
Two live music events
Guided walking tour of Alberobello, Ostuni
Group shuttle from Bari airport to Polignano
Group shuttle from Vieste to Foggia train station
Boat ride with local fisherman
Visits to olive oil press and pasta making demo
Not Included:
cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Day 6: FRIDAY - LOOP RIDE TO LOCOROTONDO
We ride on tiny, winding roads through Valle D'Itria to
Locorotondo, a city known for it's white wine, and
circular, white washed design. There we will take part in
a grand feast at a local farming cooperative, while local
musicians serenade us.
Price per person
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$3,595
May 1, 15June 4, 11, 18, 25
September 11
Sgl
$4,095
Trl
$2,264
A 6 day mini tours is also available. It is the same
itinerary, but the tour stops on day 6.
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Selected Hotels
GROTTA PALAZZESE
MASSERIA I MONTI
MASSERIA SAN DOMENICO
HOTEL DEGLI ARANCI
Polignano a Mare
(1 night)
Putignano (2 nights)
Fasano (2 nights)
(3 nights)
Land of Barolo & Truffles • Athletic Beginner • 8 days - 6 nights • Bike Tour
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Day 7: VIGNALE MONFERRATO
Today we visit the Monferrato area. By lunchtime, we
arrive in Vignale where we stop to taste wines in the
enoteca there. In the afternoon, we arrive at
Montemagno with great views of the surrounding
countryside.
GAVI
GAVI LIGURE
ALBA
GRINZANE CAVOUR
BAROLO
ASTI
VIGNALE MONFERRATO
ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: GAVI
Meet in hotel lobby at 1:00 pm for introductions and
orientation to the trip. We'll do a bike fitting and then
take a short warm-up ride in the hills behind our lovely
villa. Our ride for this afternoon will be approximately
10 miles.
Day 2: GAVI LIGURE
Today we pedal around Gavi, exploring the local castles
built by wealthy Genovese families between the 16th
and 18th centuries. In the afternoon we enjoy a wine
tasting at Enoteca La Cave where they produce red
wines like Dolcetto and Gavi DOC. If time permits, on
the return to Gavi we will stop to visit the Fort above the
center of town.
Day 3: ALBA
We will take a van shuttle from Novi Ligure to Acqui
Terme (1.5 hr drive). After visiting the town, we begin to
pedal to Neive. We stop at Nizza Monferrato. The last
big hill of the day, along Moscato vineyards, take us to
Mango and to our final destination, Alba.
Day 4: GRINZANE CAVOUR
This morning we pedal in the Alte Langhe (the high area)
towards Bossolasco. In the afternoon, we will visit the
Enoteca and a wine museum at the Castle of Grinzane
Cavour. From here, we will stop by the small shop
owned by the Pellissero family and we'll taste their wine,
grappa, salami and homemade bread.
Day 5: BAROLO
We spend about one hour visiting Alba with a local
guide. Leaving Alba, we pedal through the vineyards of
Barolo and Dolcetto. We stop for a visit and tasting at
the Enoteca Regionale di Barolo. Then it's on to La
Morra for lunch. In the afternoon, we have a wine tasting
at the Azienda Agricola Renato Ratti.
Day 6: ASTI
We begin our ride to Asti, stopping at Canale to explore
the markets and then on to Castello di Govone for a
leisurely picnic lunch. The landscape includes a Piazza
Alfieri and the Cathedral of San Secondo. Shuttle or ride
to Vignale Monferrato. Once we arrive in town, we
explore the medieval Centro Storico,
Price per person
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June 4
September 10, 24
October 7
Dbl
$3,695
Sgl
$4,195
Trl
N/A
Day 8: ARRIVEDERCI
We will provide an early AM shuttle to Asti train station
(30 min ride) where the group can catch trains to all
other destinations in Italy. We will be happy to assist
you with your travel plans.
Total mileage: 260
Daily average: 37
Included:
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All accommodations
Evening of local music
Guided walking tours of Alba and Asti
5-8 formal wine tastings (many informal)
Three cycling clinics
Five dinners & two Ciclismo Classico picnics
Shuttle to train station in Asti on Day 8
Not Included:
cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
VILLA SPARINA GAVI
GRAND HOTEL NUOVE TERME
PALAZZO FINATI
SANT’UFFIZO
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(1 night)
Aqui Termi
(1 night)
Alba (3 nights)
Cioccaro di
Penango
(2 nights)
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Tuscany and Elba • Athletic Beginner • 9 days - 8 nights • Bike Tour
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THURSDAY - SAN DONATO IN FRONZANO-FIGLINE
FRIDAY - SAN DONATO LOOP
SATURDAY - SAN DONATO - SIENA
SUNDAY - SIENA
MONDAY - SIENS - VOLTERRA
TUESDAY - LOOP TO SAN GIMIGNANO
WEDNESDAY - ELBA
THURSDAY - ELBA (OPTIONAL REST DAY)
FRIDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: THURSDAY - SAN DONATO IN FRONZANO-FIGLINE
We have a rolling ride to Regello where there are great
pastry and ice cream shops. Take a warm-up to ride to
make sure all the gears and breaks work. If you feel like
getting a good work out you can also try the climb to
Vallombrosa.
Day 2: FRIDAY - SAN DONATO LOOP
Today's ride explores an often overlooked but intriguing
part of Tuscany, The Pratomagno. From San Donato the
ride is heavenly & easy through Reggello, curving in and
out of the foothills of the Aretina. We are following the "Via
di Sette Ponti", street of the seven bridges, a road used
since the times of the Etruscans.
Day 3: SATURDAY - SAN DONATO - SIENA
This may be considered the classic Chianti route winding
through the heart of the Chianti wine region and across the
"Monti di Chianti". We start with a panoramic climb up to
the top of Passo Sugame, a favorite climb for local cyclists.
We climb to the village of Panzano. From Panzano we
descend along a lovely ridge before dipping down into a
quiet river valley dotted with ancient stone farmhouses. We
climb 200 meters up to the charming village of Radda in
Chianti. From Radda we have the option of an uphill ride to
Castello di Brolio. From Castello di Brolio we descend to
the village of Pianella.
Day 4: SUNDAY - SIENA
Today is a rest day in Siena. There is an optional loop ride
out of Siena in the morning for those interested in cycling.
We will have an afternoon walking tour with our local guide
and a wine tasting at a local enoteca.
Day 5: MONDAY - SIENS - VOLTERRA
Today's ride offers an entirely different side of the Tuscan
landscape. Begin with a rolling ride to Sovicille. Climb again
as we cross the valley and head up into La Volterrana. The
panorama opens its arms wide with views for miles across
to "Le Colline Metallifiere" -literally mineral-rich hills. After
our picnic it's on to Volterra, a delightful Etruscan hill town
that is perched at the summit of a hefty.
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June 9
September 22
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$3,650
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$4,150
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Day 6: TUESDAY - LOOP TO SAN GIMIGNANO
OPTIONAL REST DAY. We have an afternoon walking tour
of Volterra and there are many archaeological sites in the
area to be explored by foot or by bike. The loop ride is to
San Gimignano, one of Tuscany's best-preserved medieval
cities.
Day 7: WEDNESDAY - ELBA
We begin with a glorious descent from the heights of
Volterra and down for 5 miles. The land is much more
rugged than the hills of Chianti, today we are heading
toward an area in Tuscany known as La Maremma. We take
a 60-minute ferry from Piombino to Portoferraio. From
Portoferraio we cycle 6 more miles to our hotel overlooking
a peaceful bay.
Day 8: THURSDAY - ELBA (OPTIONAL REST DAY)
The entire loop is about 38 miles and fairly challenging but
spectacular. You will be seeing two different faces of Elba
one linked to the island's maritime tourism and the other
reflecting its long history of mining, especially of iron.
Today we cycle through Porto Azzurro towards the
northernmost town on the island, Cavo.
Day 9: FRIDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
After breakfast we provide one group shuttle to the port in
Portoferraio to catch the ferry back to the mainland. If you
decide to leave at a later time, you can take a cab. Please
allow 3-6 hours to get to your post-tour destination.
Total mileage: 240
Daily average: 30
Included:
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All accommodations
Six dinners & two Ciclismo Classico picnics
A cooking demonstration
Two wine tastings
One visit to an olive oil press
Three cycling clinics
One evening of music
Two scheduled tours with local guides
Shuttle from Figline train station to the Fattoria
Shuttle from Elba hotel to Portoferraio
Ferry ticket from Portoferraio to Italy’s mainland
Not Included:
• A 27-speed lightweight road or 24-speed hybrid bicycle
(available in Italy at additional $170.00 rental cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Transfers to the starting point or from the finishing point
unless specified; we can assist you in planning and
arranging for any necessary shuttles
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
FATTORIA DEGLI USIGNOLI
VILLA PATRIZIA
PARK HOTEL LE FONTI
VILLA OTTONE
San Donato in Fronzano
(2 nights)
Siena (2 nights)
(2 nights)
(2 night)
Venice to Bologna • Beginner • 9 days - 8 nights • Bike Tour
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THURSDAY - VENICE
FRIDAY - VENICE - ROVIGO
SATURDAY - ROVIGO - FERRARA
SUNDAY - LOOP FROM FERRARA
MONDAY - FERRARA - RAVENNA
TUESDAY - LOOP FROM RAVENNA
WEDNESDAY - RAVENNA CASTROCARO TERME
Day 8 THURSDAY - CASTROCARO - BRISIGHELLA FAENZA
Day 9 FRIDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: THURSDAY - VENICE
We meet at our hotel in Lido di Venezia for introductions
and a quick spin. In the afternoon we stroll along
Venice's maze of waterways, have a break for a spritz in
one of Venice's campi (squares) and take a unique
insider's look at Venice. Our welcome dinner is followed
by a late night stroll to Piazza San Marco.
Day 2: FRIDAY - VENICE - ROVIGO
Today we are cycling in the Veneto region. We begin
with a couple of short ferry rides that connect us with
the enchanting fishing village of Pellestrina. From
Pellestrina we take a ferry to Chioggia with its bustling
market along the canals. Our point of arrival, the town of
Rovigo, is located between the rivers Po and Adige, two
of the longest Italian rivers.
Day 3: SATURDAY - ROVIGO - FERRARA
We ride through Polesine area. We'll ride along the
canals once used to bonify the land, now used as
watering canals and pass through Fratta Polesine, with
it's elegant Villa Badoera. In the afternoon we arrive in
Ferrara, one of the centers of Italian Renaissance history
and an outpost of papal power in the north.
Day 4: SUNDAY - LOOP FROM FERRARA
Optional quiet morning loop in the fields around Ferrara,
along some canals, and through opulent and rich
farmhouses. Afternoon walking tour of the town:
Castello Estense, Cathedral, medieval Via delle Volte.
Then an unforgettable wine tasting experience at the
oldest winery in the world!
Day 5: MONDAY - FERRARA - RAVENNA
Today we wind our way through orchards of fruit trees
and along the shores of a canal en route to our fabulous
Ciclismo Classico picnic! In the afternoon we make our
way to Ravenna. Heir to the Roman Empire, the port of
Classis (later Ravenna) was one of the only European
cities to prosper during the Dark Ages.
Day 6: TUESDAY - LOOP FROM RAVENNA
Walking tour of Ravenna in the morning. There will be
plenty of time today to explore this once strategic
Roman port. Be sure to visit the Piazza del Popolo,
Ravenna's famous mosaics in the Church of San Vitale,
Price per person
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$4,095
N/A
May 12
September 22
the covered market, the leaning towers and the tomb of
Dante! Loop ride from Ravenna to Sant Apollinaire in
Classe.
Day 7: WEDNESDAY - RAVENNA - CASTROCARO
TERME
We ride through the Emilia-Romagna region. The ride is
gorgeous, spinning through endless fruit orchards along
tiny farm roads to a special farmhouse lunch hosted by
our friends. After lunch we finish up our ride to
Castrocaro terme.
Day 8: THURSDAY - CASTROCARO - BRISIGHELLA FAENZA
Ride through rolling hills with breath-taking views to
Brisighella. Then roll down to Faenza, where we'll visit La
Vecchia Faenza ceramic laboratory, where the artisans
will show us how they paint and decorate the finest
potteries in the world. In the afternoon ride back to
Castrocaro and relax.
Day 9: FRIDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Morning shuttle to train station in Bologna-- a very
centrally located hub of activity. We will assist you with
your travels to other parts of Italy or Europe. Buon
Viaggio!
Total mileage: 180
Daily average: 22
Included:
• Six dinners
• One picnic & a lunch hosted by our local farmer
friends!
• Cooking lesson
• Cycling clinics
• Music
• Tours with local guides
• Early morning shuttle to Bologna railway station
Not Included:
cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
RUSSO PALACE
REGINA MARGHERITA
ANNUNZIATA
HOTEL DIANA
GRAND HOTEL TERME
DI CASTROCARO
Lido di Venezia (1 night)
Rovigo (1 night)
Ferarra (2 nights)
Ravenna (2 nights)
(2 nights)
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Amalfi Stroll & Roll • Athletic Beginner • 9 days - 8 nights • Hike & Bike Tour
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FRIDAY - POSITANO
SATURDAY - MONTEPERTUSO
SUNDAY - CAPRI - VILLA JOVIS
MONDAY - AMALFI - RAVELLO
TUESDAY - VALLE DEI MULINI
WEDNESDAY - PAESTUM - CASTELLABATE
THURDAY - MERCATO CILENTO - VATOLLA
FRIDAY - VELIA
SATURDAY - ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: FRIDAY - POSITANO
We meet on the terrace of our first hotel overlooking the
bay. We begin with a short hike above the town of
Positano to the faction of Li Parlati. This evening, our
hosts Costantino and Angela prepare a delicious
homegrown "welcome" feast served family style in the
dining room of our charming cliff side hotel.
Day 2: SATURDAY - MONTEPERTUSO
After breakfast, we hike north through olive groves and
farmland to the hamlet towns of Montepertuso (365m),
and Santa Maria di Castello (635m). Our afternoon hike
brings us to treetop level before descending back down
to Positano.
Day 3: SUNDAY - CAPRI - VILLA JOVIS
We take an early morning ferry (1hr) to Capri. From
Capri's port we walk on pedestrian lanes up to Villa
Jovis, Tiberius' summer playground, and site of our
relaxing lunch time picnic.
Day 4: MONDAY - AMALFI - RAVELLO
After breakfast, we walk down to sea level for a boat
shuttle to Amalfi. Once in Amalfi, we enjoy a private
guided walking tour of this maritime republic. After
lunch, we begin a leisurely walk to the coastal town of
Atrani and then hike the Lattari hills from Atrani to
Ravello. (362m) We arrive in Ravello in late afternoon to
explore the 12th Century cathedral and gardens! Dinner
on your own.
Day 5: TUESDAY - VALLE DEI MULINI
Visit the Duomo in Ravello in the morning, then hike
through chestnut groves between Ravello and Amalfi,
through S. Caterina (526m) and Scala (377m). Visit the
12th Century church in Scala. Lunch in Pontone (136m).
Day 6: WEDNESDAY - PAESTUM - CASTELLABATE
After breakfast shuttle down the coast to Paestum. Enjoy
a guided tour of Paestum's famously preserved 4th
Century Greek temples. After lunch we cycle along quiet
rolling coastal roads to Agropoli and then to our final
destination of San Maria di Castellabate.
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September 9, 30
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$3,395
Sgl
$3,895
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Day 7: THURDAY - MERCATO CILENTO - VATOLLA
We begin the day by cycling inland along rolling hills.
After lunch we gear up for our return ride to Castellabate
in the afternoon. In the evening we head to La
Giacaranda for an elegant and informative cooking
lesson and a wonderful dinner.
Day 8: FRIDAY - VELIA
After breakfast, we cycle from San Maria di Castellabate
to Acciaroli. We take a break for a Ciclismo Classico
picnic extravaganza! In the afternoon you may choose to
return to San Maria by bike or van shuttle, where we
have arranged an olive oil tasting at a local "enoteca".
This evening we will have a festive farewell dinner at the
elegant Giacaranda Inn.
Morning shuttle from San Maria to Agropoli to meet
connecting trains, buses or rental cars. You may also
arrange for a van driver.
Total Mileage: 128
Daily Average Mileage: Walk 5, Bike 25
Included:
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All accommodations
All breakfasts and six dinners
Two lunches
Neapolitan cooking lesson
Traditional Neapolitan music
Visit to a limoncello factory in Amalfi
Guided tour of Amalfi by local guide
Wine/olive oil tastings
Guided visits of two former Greek settlements
Cycling clinics
Shuttle to Agropoli train station on last morning
Not Included:
bicycle (available in Italy at an additional $100.00 rental
cost)
• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
LA FENICE
GIORDANO
VILLA SIRIO
Positano (3 nights)
Ravello (2 nights)
San Maria del Castellabate
(3 nights)
ITINERARY AT A 3GLANCE
Tuscan Wanderlust • Athletic Beginner • 8 days - 7 nights • Hike Tour
through woods to the bottom of the valley, cross the
river and climb up the other side to come in view of
Sant Antimo (305m, 1000ft). After lunch, we continue
our walk up to the walled Etruscan village of Montalcino
(532m, 1745ft). We visit the medieval fortress and enjoy
a wine-tasting in its well-known enoteca. An excellent
dinner at our favorite restaurant awaits!
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CORTONA
CORTONA
PIENZA
BAGNO VIGNONI
RIPA D'ORCIA - MONTALCINO
MONTALCINO LOOP - MONTE OLIVETO
MAGGIORE
Day 7 SIENA
Day 8 ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: CORTONA
Welcome meeting at 1:00pm in the lobby of our hotel
and begin an afternoon guided tour through the
Etruscan-Roman village of Cortona (1600 ft above sea
level). We check out the four well-preserved city gates
(oriented to the four points of the compass) and embark
on our first climb into the hills above and below Cortona
to admire two exquisite Renaissance churches Santa
Maria Nuova and Santa Maria delle Grazie. Joining the
locals, we take a "passeggiata" along a remaining
Etruscan wall.
Day 2: CORTONA
Along today's walk we start in Cortona (650m, 2130ft)
and traverse the undulating slopes of Monte Sant Egidio,
taking in awesome views of the Valdichiana plains
below. We take a break on top of the mountain (107m,
3470ft) for our Ciclismo Classico picnic lunch. Returning
to Cortona (650m, 2130ft), we have some free time to
visit the outstanding local Etruscan and renaissance art
museums.
Day 3: PIENZA
Our day begins with a quick shuttle and visit to
Montepulciano (650m, 2130ft). We visit one of the
masterpieces of early Italian renaissance, the church of S
Biagio by architect Sangallo. From here, we begin our
hike through field and gentle hills towards Montichiello
(544m, 1785ft). After lunch, we continue towards Pienza
(500m, 1640ft) through the phenomenal "crete"
landscapes. In the evening Italian lesson and dinner with
Roberto at our favorite local trattoria.
Day 4: BAGNO VIGNONI
With stunning Mount Amiata in our sights we hike from
Pienza (490m, 1610ft) in to the Val d'Orcia and pass
cypress trees and grain fields on our way to San Quirico
(425m, 1395ft). We climb up out of town to explore the
Tower of Vignoni Alto (Vignoni on High) before winding
down to a well-earned splash in the soothing baths in
the tiny spa town of Bagno Vignoni (306m, 1005ft). Van
shuttle to Pienza.
Day 5: RIPA D'ORCIA - MONTALCINO
Today we move from the western to the eastern side of
the Orcia region. From Pienza, a quick shuttle takes us to
Ripa d'Orcia (408m, 1340ft). We start our walk down
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We start out from tiny old farmer's village of
Monterongriffoli. In the morning we walk for two hours
along a partially shaded rolling path with nice views over
the Crete Senese, the area's very characteristic barren
landscape of natural erosion. After lunch we walk for
one more hour to Monte Oliveto, and visit the
monastery. Evening cooking lesson in Montalcino.
Day 7: SIENA
Quick shuttle to Siena. In the late afternoon, our local
Sienese friend takes us on a walking tour of the
Cathedral and enchanting Piazza del Campo, explaining
the city's interesting social and political history and
customs. Take the afternoon to explore the city.
Day 8: ARRIVEDERCI
Why not extend your Tuscan journey with a few extra
days in Siena or a visit to see Florence's Renaissance
treasures For those continuing on, we will shuttle you to
Siena's train station after breakfast and assist you with
any post tour travel needs.
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Five dinners & two picnic lunches
1-2 wine tastings
Italian lessons
Evening of traditional local music
Guided tours of Cortona, Siena, Montichiello
Shuttles while on tour
Shuttle to Siena train station at end of tour
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• Most lunches
• Airfare
• Helmets (Bring your own, Can not be rented in Italy)
• Personal expenses (laundry, supplies, phone calls,
etc.)
• Guide tip
Selected Hotels
SAN MICHELE
CHIOSTRO DI PIENZA
HOTEL VECCHIA OLIVIERA
ATHENA
Cortona (2 nights)
Pienza (2 nights)
Montalcino (2 nights)
Siena (1 night)
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centuries. In the late 19th century, Alex Munthe, an
eccentric Swedish doctor, set about exploring the ruins of
Capri’s Roman palaces and villas, eventually building his
beautiful Villa San Michele atop some of them. Visit his
villa, located in the town of Anacapri, before arriving at a
private villa overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea; enjoy a lecture
on contemporary Italian society.
ARRIVE IN ROME
AMALFI - POSITANO
POMPEII - CAPRI
CAPRI
NAPLES
ROME
ROME
ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: ARRIVE IN ROME
Tour departs: Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci Airport in
Fiumicino one hour after the arrival of our selected flight(s).
Welcome to Italy, where magnificent beauty and centuries
of history intertwine around every bend of the road. Travel
southward from Rome through the beautiful landscapes of
the Campania countryside that lead to the Amalfi coast.
Your home for the next two nights, near the picturesque
town of Positano, clings to steep cliffs overlooking the
sparkling blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Join us this
evening for a welcome reception and dinner.
Day 2: AMALFI - POSITANO
Journey along the spectacular Amalfi coast, one of
Europe’s most beautiful shorelines. The road twists and
turns in sharp angles as it faithfully follows the ragged
edges cut by the dramatic coastline. Brightly colored
houses hug the cliffs amidst lush gardens and olive-green
slopes, hovering over the clear sea below. Arrive in the
town of Amalfi, a powerful naval center in Byzantine times;
many of its historic buildings were built from the 10th to
the 13th centuries. The deep ravines and majestic hills lead
next to Ravello, dramatically overlooking the Gulf of
Sorrento. Visit exquisite 13th-century Villa Rufolo,
renowned for splendid gardens; former residents include
popes and composer Richard Wagner.
Day 3: POMPEII - CAPRI
In AD 79 the terrible eruption of Mount Vesuvius
completely buried the fashionable city of Pompeii, a Roman
commercial center, in a blanket of ash and pumice stone.
For centuries the town lay abandoned until the well-preserved, poignant ruins of many shops, townhouses and
paved streets were unearthed. Today they present a most
vivid picture of life in the first century. A guided visit
through the remains of the ancient city includes Teatro
Grande, capable of seating 5000, and Teatro Piccolo;
Tempio di Iside, dedicated to the Egyptian goddess Isis;
and Villa dei Misteri, featuring one of the ancient world’s
largest paintings, the Dionysiac Frieze. Intricate details of
craftsmanship that have survived include mosaics, murals
and frescoes. Travel by hydrofoil to the enchanting Isle of
Capri, where images of romantic grottoes along its jagged
coast have been captured in books and films for decades.
As a special Tauck feature, spend two nights on Capri to
enjoy the pleasures of a less-crowded island after the last
ferry carrying the “daytrippers” departs for the mainland.
Day 4: CAPRI
Explore Capri’s historic legacy and natural beauty today. In
AD 27 Rome’s Emperor Tiberius retired to Capri – and his
private existence became the subject of speculation for
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Day 5: NAPLES
Depart this morning for the mainland and one of Italy’s
most beautiful cities, Naples. The city is large – it is Italy’s
third-largest – and sprawling. A sightseeing tour shows you
many of Naples’ landmark sights including the lovely
Posillipo, a volcanic hill that runs along the Gulf of Naples;
the district of Santa Lucia, home to the unusually shaped
Castel dell’ Ovo; magnificent Piazza del Plebiscito; Teatro
San Carlo, Italy’s oldest and largest opera house; and
Castel Nuovo, built in the latter part of the 13th century and
still in governmental use today. Visit the renowned Museo
Archeologico Nazionale, featuring one of the world’s most
impressive collections of Greco-Roman artifacts. Depart
mid-day via the high-speed Eurostar train for three nights
in Rome.
Day 6: ROME
For more than 2500 years the city of Rome has played an
intricate role on the stage of world events, from politics to
the arts. Sightseeing takes you on a journey through
history, viewing landmarks such as Piazza Barberini, showcasing Bernini’s sensual fountain; Palazzo del Quirinale;
Piazza Colonna; Piazza Venezia, featuring a monument
commemorating Italian unification; Trajan’s Forum; San
Pietro in Vincoli to view Michelangelo’sstatue Moses;
Imperial Palaces; the Circus Maximus; Temple of Vesta and
the Synagogue. Walk through the magnificent ancient ruins
of the Roman Forum and the Colosseum, once the “theatre” of Roman gladiators. Spend the remainder of the day
as you please.
Day 7: ROME
Your visit to the Vatican will be a highlight of your stay in
Rome! View the vast collection of art and antiquities in the
Vatican Museums; a guided tour takes you to the
Candelabra Gallery, Map Gallery and the Tapestries. Visit
the Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo’s ceiling fresco –
depicting the history of the creation – overlooks Italian art
masterpieces. Visit St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s
Square, memorable highlights of Vatican City. We invite
you to join us this evening for a farewell reception and
dinner.
Day 8: ARRIVEDERCI
Tour ends: Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci Airport in Fiumicino
2 1/2 hours before the departure of our selected flight(s).
Persons departing at other times should secure their own
transportation to the airport.
Transatlantic air is additional.
Selected Hotels
POSITANO
Le Agavi Hotel a Positano (Night 1,2)
CAPRI
Grand Hotel Quisisana (Night 3,4)
ROME
Hotel Splendide Royal (Night 5,6,7)
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ASSISI - UMBRIA - TODI
SIENA - TUSCANY - FLORENCE
FLORENCE
ROME
ROME
ROME
ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: ARRIVE IN ROME - TODI
Tour departs: Rome's Leonardo da Vinci Airport in
Fiumicino one hour after the arrival of our selected
flight(s). The lush countryside surrounding small towns
built into the hills of Central Italy's Lazio and Umbria
regions gradually appears as you travel north from
Rome. Arrive in Orvieto, set high on a hill blanketed in
vineyards; visit the colorful Piazza Duomo, and enjoy
lunch at a typical trattoria. See one of Italy's greatest
cathedrals, with glistening mosaics on its facade;
magnificent art blends with striking architecture! View
the scenic Tiber Valley en route to the medieval hill town
of Todi, where artifacts and architecture reflect its
ancient Etruscan and medieval heritage. Join us for a
welcome reception and dinner.
Day 2: ASSISI - UMBRIA - TODI
A visit to Assisi, dramatically built right into the side of a
hill, is memorable. The inspirational Basilica di San
Francesco is filled with frescoes detailing the life of St.
Francis, who resided in 13th-century Assisi. The
architectural details of centuries-old buildings are
stunning, laden with flowers cascading from wall
sconces. Explore charming shops set amidst quaint
cobblestone streets and lanes. Dining in Italy is a
celebration of food; travel to the rural countryside for a
"cucina genuina" luncheon at a family-run restaurant.
Return to Todi late in the afternoon, traveling through
scenic Umbrian landscapes; the remainder of the day is
free. Relax at one of Todi's charming restaurants, or
pursue your own interests in this medieval town.
Day 3: SIENA - TUSCANY - FLORENCE
Travel through the lush landscapes of Tuscany to visit
one of the region's most beautiful towns, Siena. Begin in
the Piazza del Campo, Siena's central square shaped like
an amphitheatre. Twice a year the Sienese celebrate
their rich medieval heritage with the running of a horse
race called the Palio around this square. Spend a few
hours exploring the town and perhaps the Duomo. The
cathedral's green, pink and white marble exterior is
surpassed only by the exquisite black and white marble
geometric patterns found inside. Journey to Florence,
city of art and the birthplace of the Renaissance. Join us
for a visit to the Galleria dell'Accademia, home of
Michelangelo's David. Enjoy a lecture this evening by a
local art historian.
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Day 4: FLORENCE
Today is yours to discover the wonderful treasures of
Florence. Special reservations have been made for you
to visit, at your leisure, the world's greatest masterpieces
of art in the extraordinary Uffizi Gallery. You might take a
stroll across the ancient Ponte Vecchio; visit the Palazzo
Pitti, residence of the Medici Grand Dukes; see the
Duomo, featuring one of the world's largest domes; or
stop at the beautiful Renaissance-style gardens of the
Giardino di Boboli.
Day 5: ROME
Leave enchanting Florence and travel by high-speed
Eurostar train to Rome, capital of Italy and the ancient
world. Following lunch you will see Piazza Barberini,
showcasing Bernini's incredible fountain; Palazzo del
Quirinale; the Piazza Venezia; Trajan's Forum; Imperial
Palaces; Michelangelo's statue of Moses at San Pietro in
Vincoli; Circus Maximus; Temple of Vesta and the
Synagogue. Walk through the ancient Roman Forum,
and envision gladiators at the Colosseum, then spend
the remainder of the day as you wish.
Day 6: ROME
No trip to Rome would be complete without a visit to
the Vatican, which is the world's smallest independent
nation. View the vast collection of art and antiquities
found in the Vatican Museums; a guided tour takes you
to the Candelabra Gallery, Map Gallery and the
Tapestries. The highlight is a visit to the Sistine Chapel,
where Michelangelo's breathtaking ceiling fresco,
depicting the history of the creation, overlooks
masterpieces by Italy's greatest artists; visit St. Peter's
Basilica and St. Peter's Square, and enjoy an afternoon
spent at your leisure in Rome. Dine tonight at a
local trattoria.
Day 7: ROME
The entire day is free to spend as you please.
Reservations have been made for you to visit, at your
leisure, Galleria Borghese, which features works by
Italy's Renaissance and Baroque artists. Galleria
Borghese is located near the Via Veneto, which is one of
Rome's most glamorous boulevards. We invite you to
join us this evening for a farewell reception and dinner.
Day 8: ARRIVEDERCI
Tour ends: Rome's Leonardo da Vinci Airport in
Fiumicino 2 1/2 hours prior to the departure of our
selected flight(s). Persons who are departing other times
should secure their own transportation; a taxi is
approximately 75 Euros (US $85).
Selected Hotels
TODI
Hotel Fonte Cesia (Night 1,2)
FLORENCE
Grand Hotel Minerva (Night 3,4)
ROME
Grand Hotel Parco dei Principi
(Night 5,6,7)
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2 AMALFI COAST
3 POMPEII - ROME
4 ROME
5 ROME
6 ORVIETO - TORGIANO
7 ASSISI
8 TUSCANY - SAN GIMIGNANO - PISA
9 CINQUE TERRE - FLORENCE
10 FLORENCE
11 FLORENCE
12 VENICE
13 VENICE
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Day 1: ARRIVE ROME - SORRENTO
Tour departs: Rome's Leonardo da Vinci Airport in
Fiumicino one hour after the arrival of our selected
flight(s). Travel through the fertile Campania countryside,
around the Bay of Naples, and past Mount Vesuvius to
the lively southern Italian resort town of Sorrento. Your
hotel is ideally located in a tranquil garden setting above
the sea. The afternoon is free to rest in your garden-view
room or relax by the pool. Enjoy a welcome reception
followed by dinner.
Day 2: AMALFI COAST
The drive along the Amalfi Coast is one of the most
spectacular drives in the world, with breathtaking
scenery around every bend. Fantastic rock formations
drop vertically into the sea; sub-tropical vegetation on
the hillsides, together with colorful Mediterranean flora,
create enchanting landscapes. Seaside villages of
Positano and Amalfi are a delight to see, as is Ravello,
which offers panoramic views of the coast. Return to
Sorrento in the early evening to explore the piazzas and
small alleys of this fascinating old town.
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Day 3: POMPEII - ROME
Pompeii was a prosperous city of 30,000 inhabitants
until it was completely buried by volcanic ash from the
eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD; excavations began in
the 18th century and are still in progress today. Walk
through Pompeii to discover the way of life in ancient
Italy – visit the temple, the forum and a home adorned
with frescoes. Arrive late afternoon in Rome, where
you'll spend the next three nights; your hotel is centrally
located on the fashionable Via Veneto, one of Rome's
most prestigious addresses.
Day 4: ROME
Experience Vatican City, a state and a city all in one!
Visit the Vatican Museum and see Michelangelo's
masterpiece in the Sistine Chapel. Also visit St. Peter's
Basilica and St. Peter's Square; in and around the square
are Swiss guards, young Roman Catholic citizens of
Switzerland wearing Renaissance-style uniforms in the
bright colors of the Medici Popes. You can linger at the
Vatican or you can return to your hotel; the afternoon
and evening are free. You may wish to shop the
fashionable boutiques along the Via Condotti or relax
at a sidewalk café.
Day 5: ROME
City sightseeing includes the Roman Forum and a visit
to the Colosseum, plus the ruins of the Imperial Palace
and Circus Maximus. The afternoon is at leisure,
allowing you to explore at your own pace. Dine tonight
at a local trattoria in Rome, one of Italy's many culinary
pleasures!
Day 6: ORVIETO - TORGIANO
Arrive in Orvieto, set high on a hill volcanic in origin,
blanketed in vineyards. Visit the Duomo, one of Italy's
greatest cathedrals; the façade is a visual treat, a blend
of sculpture and mosaic splashed with a palette of
colors and magnificent bronze doors. Inside, view
inspiring frescoes created by renowned artists.
Following a traditional trattoria lunch near the Piazza del
Duomo, continue through Umbria, a wine-growing
region. Arrive in Torgiano, a small village in the Tiber
Valley, where you will experience Italian country life for
the next two nights. Your accommodation is a 17thcentury patrician home featuring wooden beams,
terracotta floors, and a wine museum of the
Lungarotti family.
Day 7: ASSISI
Take a short drive to Assisi, a well-preserved medieval
hillside town "spread" across the slopes of a mountain.
Assisi was the home of St. Francis, who left a position of
wealth and turned to a life of poverty, chastity and
obedience, founding the order whose followers became
known as Franciscans. They built St. Francis Basilica,
which today houses some of Italy's great 13th-and 14thcentury frescoes. Return to Torgiano for the evening.
Day 9: CINQUE TERRE - FLORENCE
Cinque Terre was accessible only by sea for hundreds of
years. Five picture-book fishing villages are found
between the Mediterranean's blue waters and the
rugged coastal mountains. Visit this unique region,
which has remained untouched for centuries; the small
population, numbering about 7,000, lives by fishing and
agriculture (vineyards, citrus fruit, olives); they remain
strongly attached to their old world traditions. Journey
on to the Renaissance city of Florence, where great art
and architecture whisper the history of the ages.
Day 10: FLORENCE
In no other city did the arts flourish as they did here
between the 13th and 16th centuries. Attend an in-depth
briefing given by an art history lecturer who is from a
local university, followed by a visit to Galleria
dell'Accademia, the home of Michelangelo's David.
Spend the remainder of the afternoon and evening at
leisure exploring Florence.
Day 12: VENICE
Travel by rail this morning to Venice, an unusual city
built on 118 small islands and traversed by some 100
canals. Transfer by canal boat to your hotel, which is
located near St. Mark's Square; after lunch, embark on a
walking tour. Visit St. Mark's Basilica, built more than
900 years ago, as well as the sumptuous Doges' Palace,
which was the official residence of the elected officials
of the former Venetian Republic.
Day 13: VENICE
The entire day is free to do as you please, perhaps
people-watching from a café in St. Mark's Square or
walking along the narrow streets and lanes where you
will see Murano glassware, lace and jewelry – just a few
of the items that are made in and around Venice. We
invite you to join us this evening for a reception and
farewell dinner.
Day 14: ARRIVEDERCI
Tour ends: Venice's Marco Polo Airport 2 1/2 hours prior
to the departure of our selected flight(s). Transfer by
motor launch from the hotel to the airport. Persons
departing other times should secure their own
transportation to the airport. A water taxi from the
hotel is approximately US $85.
Day 11: FLORENCE
The entire day is free to pursue your special interests in
Florence. Your hotel is ideally located within a few
blocks of some of the world's greatest treasures – Pitti
Palace, the famous bronze doors of the Baptistry, and
the Uffizi Gallery. For three centuries, Florence was the
cradle of an inspired, intellectual and artistic population.
Home to Dante, Giotto, Machiavelli, Botticelli, da Vinci,
Raphael, Brunelleschi and other important figures of the
Renaissance, it is a mecca for art lovers. Special
reservations have been made for you to visit the
Uffizi Gallery.
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Day 8: TUSCANY - SAN GIMIGNANO - PISA
Tuscany is an enchanting region, where for centuries the
beauty of nature has blended with the ingenuities of
humans; the hilltop town of San Gimignano is one of its
gems. Medieval towers, built in the 12th century by the
nobility, are visible from afar. Stroll along the quaint
streets and visit Piazza della Cisterna, one of Italy's finest
town squares. Travel through the lush Tuscan
countryside to the ancient Roman city of Pisa for a
brief visit before arriving at your hotel.
Selected Hotels
SORRENTO
Grand Hôtel Excelsior Vittoria (Night 1,2)
ROME
The Westin Excelsior (Night 3,4,5*)
TORGIANO
Hotel Le Tre Vaselle (Night 6,7)
VIAREGGIO
Principe di Piemonte (Night 8)
FLORENCE
Hotel Brunelleschi (Night 9,10,11)
VENICE
The Westin Europa & Regina
(Night 12,13)
*Tour of May 18 will stay at the St. Regis Grand.
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Day 5: FLORENCE
Two choices await this morning; visit Palazzo Pitti,
housing the great art treasures of the Medicis, and the
magnificent Boboli Gardens, a masterpiece of Italian
landscaped gardens. Alternatively, visit the central food
market in Florence accompanied by a local chef; you’ll
glean a remarkable view of one of the great pleasures of
day-to-day life in Florence. The remainder of the day
is free.
ARRIVE ROME - MONTERIGGIONI
MONTALCINO - SAN GIMIGNANO
SIENA
FLORENCE
FLORENCE
TUSCANY
SPOLETO - ASSISI
PERUGIA Capital of Umbria
ARRIVEDERCI
Day 1: ARRIVE ROME - MONTERIGGIONI
Tour departs: Rome’s Fiumicino Airport one hour after
the arrival of our selected flight(s). Drive along scenic
country roads lined with sunflowers, towering cypress
and rolling hills, stopping for lunch in Pienza in the heart
of Tuscany. Continue to your hotel, which is set in the
foothills of the medieval fortress of Monteriggioni; join
us tonight for a welcome reception and dinner.
Day 2: MONTALCINO - SAN GIMIGNANO
Two choices await this morning. One takes you on a
scenic pilgrimage to the hilltop town of Montalcino
where one of Italy’s finest red wines is produced; enjoy
a walking tour along streets boasting well-preserved
14th- and 15th-century architecture, stopping at a local
restaurant for a wine tasting lunch. Or, you can travel to
the hilltop town of San Gimignano; medieval towers,
built in the 12th century, are visible from afar. Stroll
along the quaint streets and visit Piazza della Cisterna;
enjoy lunch with a wine tasting. Return to Monteriggioni
for a bicycle trip through the Tuscan countryside; the
evening is spent at your leisure in this delightful town.
Day 3: SIENA
Travel to the captivating city of Florence via Siena,
where you select between two guided walking tours.
Discover “Artistic Siena,” so beautifully displayed within
the medieval state rooms at Palazzo Pubblico and at the
Museo dell’Opera del Duomo. “Historic Siena” comes
alive on a walking tour that takes you to the home of
Italy’s patron saint, Casa di Santa Caterina; the Palazzo
Piccolomini, which houses a pictorial history of Siena;
and the Torre del Mangia, adjacent to the Gothic Town
Hall. Both walks visit Siena’s Duomo, one of the most
spectacular early Gothic cathedrals in Italy, and the
Piazza del Campo – paved in red brick and marble, it is
the site of a festive bi-annual horse race dating back to
the Middle Ages. Arrive in Florence for a three-night
stay; a dine-around tonight offers you a selection of
three Tuscan restaurants that are true culinary delights!
Day 4: FLORENCE
A lecture by an art historian precedes a tour of the Uffizi
Gallery, featuring some of the greatest works by great
Renaissance artists such as Botticelli, Michelangelo,
Tintoretto, Bellini and Titian. Explore the museums or
landmark sites of Florence as you wish this afternoon
and evening.
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July 10, 18
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October 2, 5, 10, 19
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Day 6: TUSCANY
Travel into the heart of Italy for a three-night stay in
Bettona. Your journey into the Tuscan countryside
begins in the Etruscan city of Cortona, featured in Under
the Tuscan Sun. A walking tour includes a visit to the
Museo Diocesano, housing Fra Angelico’s famous
painting Annunciation. Enjoy a Tuscan cooking
demonstration and lunch at a gastronomic school in a
15th-century house.
Day 7: SPOLETO - ASSISI
Travel to Spoleto for a guided walk through its historic
streets; admire the 15th-century frescoes in the
spectacular Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta before
exploring the picturesque town at your leisure. Visit the
beautiful medieval town of Assisi, dramatically built into
the side of the hill; Basilica di San Francesco will be a
memorable sight. Return to Bettona for an evening to be
spent as you please.
Day 8: PERUGIA Capital of Umbria
Discover the “Green Heart of Italy” on a visit to the
medieval town of Perugia, its capital. A guided walking
tour reveals within its city walls architectural treasures
such as the duomo and Oratorio di San Bernardino. Visit
the Lungarotti wine museum and vineyards in Torgiano
this afternoon, and enjoy a wine tasting. We invite you
to join us this evening for a farewell reception and
dinner.
Day 9: ARRIVEDERCI
Tour ends: Rome’s Fiumicino Airport 2 1/2 hours before
the departure of our selected flight(s). For your
convenience, there will be two transfers to Rome today
– a very early morning transfer to Rome’s Fiumicino
Airport for those guests returning on selected TauckAir
flights, and a mid-morning transfer to the city of Rome,
which will make stops at three centrally-located hotels.
Price includes all sightseeing in the itinerary plus choices
as specified; choices are not transferable to other days
unless indicated.
Selected Hotels
MONTERIGGIONI (ROME)
FLORENCE
BETTONA (UMBRIA)
Hotel Il Piccolo Castello
(Night 1,2)
Hotel Bernini Palace
(Night 3,4,5)
Relais La Corte di Bettona
(Night 6,7,8)
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Venice, Florence and Rome • 10 days - 9 nights • Luxury Tour
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
Day
1 ARRIVE IN MILAN - LAKE LUGANO
2 LAKE COMO - BELLAGIO
3 VENICE
4 VENICE
5 FLORENCE
6 FLORENCE
7 SIENA - ROME
8 ROME
9 ROME
10 ARRIVEDERCI
Day 2: LAKE COMO - BELLAGIO
Lake Como is often considered the most dramatic and
alluring of the Italian lakes. The Alps form a breathtaking
backdrop against which the expanse of the lake is
radiant. Ferry across this majestic lake to the "pearl" of
Lake Como, Bellagio; its picturesque setting has made it
the locale of some of the area's most beautiful villas, the
subject of artists and writers for centuries. Explore at
your leisure before traveling to Tremezzo and a visit to
Villa Carlotta. An elegant 18th-century summerhouse, it
is renowned for its magnificent landscaped gardens and
works of sculpture. Return to Lugano, where the evening
is free.
Day 3: VENICE
Travel today to Venice, one of the world's loveliest
cities; witness its unique design, along an intricate
system of canals, to its amazing history dating back to
the Middle Ages. Following lunch, and with the expert
eyes of a local guide, enjoy a guided walking tour of the
city's highlights. Discover the treasures of Piazza San
Marco (St. Mark's Square), the center of Venice. Visit
one of the greatest buildings in Europe, dramatic St.
Mark's Basilica, which features exquisite mosaics and
detailed carvings; it is a blend of Eastern and Western
inspirations. You will also visit the sumptuous Doges'
Palace, which was the official residence of the rulers of
Venice in the Middle Ages; a collection of art treasures
includes Paradise by Tintoretto and Age and Youth
by Veronese.
Day 1: ARRIVE IN MILAN - LAKE LUGANO
Tour departs: Milan's Malpensa Airport one hour after
the arrival of our selected flight(s). Travel through the
beautiful landscapes of northern Italy to Switzerland and
the stylish city of Lugano; your hotel is located along the
shores of beautiful Lake Lugano. This "Italian" city
features a waterfront promenade, stylish boutiques and
outdoor cafés that are set along the lake. Enjoy some
time at leisure to explore the city on your own; you
might visit Cattedrale di San Lorenzo, with its baroque
interior, or the fascinating Museo Cantonale d'Arte,
featuring works by famed artists such as Renoir and
Klee. The best way to see the lake is aboard a cruise,
calling on little villages that lie along the shoreline. We
invite you to join us tonight for a welcome reception
and dinner.
Day 4: VENICE
Visit one of Italy's most respected museums, Galleria
dell'Accademia, featuring one of the world's largest
collections of Venetian art; artists include Bellini, Titian
and Tintoretto. Ranging from the medieval period
through the Renaissance, Baroque and beyond, these
works chronicle the achievements of the Venetian
school. Spend the remainder of the day exploring
Venice; possibilities include museums such as the
Peggy Guggenheim Collection, which features an
extraordinary collection of modern art; housed in an
18th-century palazzo, it is one of Venice's most
interesting, and most visited, sites.
Day 5: FLORENCE
Travel by rail across the plains of the historic Po River to
Florence, set in the pastoral Italian countryside. Called
the "Birthplace of the Renaissance" for the architecture
and art that flourished between the 13th and 16th
centuries, Florence is a delight for art lovers. A lecture
by an art historian provides a good introduction to
landmark sites such as the magnificent bronze doors of
the octagonal-shaped Baptistry. The artist Ghiberti took
more than 20 years to create two sets of these
fascinating bronze doors, declared by the artist
Michelangelo to be the "Gates of Paradise."
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Day 7: SIENA - ROME
Journey through the Chianti region, world-famous for its
red wine. Quintessential landscapes feature olive groves,
vineyards, cypresses, medieval towns and many
examples of timeless art and architecture. Journey to
medieval Siena, and walk to the Piazza del Campo, a
beautiful shell-shaped square that is the site of the Palio,
Siena's well-known biannual horse race. Wander through
the narrow streets to visit the Duomo, a cathedral that is
a black and white marble masterpiece. Travel through
the green countryside of Tuscany and Lazio to Rome,
known as the "Eternal City." Spend the next three nights
at one of Europe's premier hotels, which is centrally
located right in the heart of Italy's exciting capital city.
Day 9: ROME
No trip to Rome would be complete without a visit to
the Vatican, a state and city all in one; see a vast
collection of treasures in the Vatican Museum. Enter the
Sistine Chapel to view Michelangelo's famous ceiling
and the Last Judgment. These magnificent frescoes
were recently refurbished and can be admired in their
original fresh colors. Visit St. Peter's Basilica before
spending the afternoon as you please pursuing your
special interests in Rome. We invite you to join us this
evening for a farewell reception and dinner.
Day 10: ARRIVEDERCI
Tour Ends: Rome's Leonardo Da Vinci Airport in
Fiumicino 2 1/2 hours prior to the departure of our
selected flight(s). Persons departing at other times
should secure their own transportation. Taxi is
approximately 75 Euros (US $80).
Day 6: FLORENCE
Join us for a visit to one of the world's most acclaimed
art museums, the Galleria dell'Accademia, home of
Michelangelo's famous statue David. Reservations have
also been made at the Uffizi Gallery this morning to view
many of the world's wonderful works of art at your
leisure. The masterpieces of the Pitti Palace?
Michelangelo's marble creations in the Medici Chapels?
A stroll across the famous Ponte Vecchio or perhaps just
restful contemplation in the beautiful Boboli Gardens?
The list of inspiring sights and activities is endless! The
remainder of the day is free to spend as you please;
most of these sights are located fairly close together and
are easy to get to. Florentine arts and crafts are known
for their high quality; the many small shops and galleries
throughout the city are a delight.
Day 8: ROME
The home of the powerful Roman Empire, Rome has
influenced art, architecture, literature and government
throughout the western world for more than 2,000 years.
This morning you'll experience this rich history as a local
guide shows you the most important sights. See the
Quirinale Palace, Piazza Venezia, Roman Forum,
Colosseum and other landmarks; remainder of the day
is at your leisure to explore Rome.
Price per person
Land Only
Dbl
$4,990
April 1
May 6, 16, 23
June 3, 10, 13, 20, 24
July 1, 8, 22
August 5, 19
September 2, 5, 9, 16, 19, 23, 30
October 3, 7, 14, 21, 28
Sgl
$6,403
Trl
$4,270
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Selected Hotels
LUGANO (Switzerland) Grand Hotel Eden (Night 1,2)
VENICE
The Westin Europa & Regina
(Night 3,4)
FLORENCE
The Westin Excelsior (Night 5,6)
ROME
St. Regis Grand (Night 7,8,9)
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