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PRIVATE
VATICAN TOURS
Our
Luxury Coach Tours for
Rome Sightseeing & More
These
Rome sightseeing, Rome tours, and Vatican tours provide courtesy hotel pickup and return.
Includes transportation
in deluxe air-conditioned tour buses, tour guides, entrance fees and
service charges. Taxes are not included. Tours which include lunch
or dinner are specified.
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FRENCH, GERMAN, SPANISH, & ITALIAN TOURS AVAILABLE
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*ANCIENT
ROME TOURS*
Monuments
of Rome Tour
Includes the Trevi "three coins" Fountain,
the Pantheon (an ancient architectural marvel), the most beautiful
square in Rome--famous
Piazza Navona featured in numerous movies, the ancient Papal fortress of
Castle St. Angelo, and a visit to St. Peter's Basilica.
35.00
euros
Ancient
Rome Tour
Includes Michelangelo's Capitol Square, the ruins of the
Palatine and Roman Forum, the Colosseum and the Arch of Constantine
(which was the model for Paris's Arc de Triomphe), the Basilica of St.
Paul. 35.00 euros
(plus tax)
Illuminated
Rome at Night Tour
A night visit of the eternal city includes
the legendary tree-lined Via Veneto, the Piazza Barberini with its
Bernini fountains, a visit to the Trevi "three Coins "
Fountain, the grand Vittorio Emmanuel white marble "wedding
cake" monument, the Colosseum, Circus Maximus, Piazza Navona,
and the Vatican. 39.00 euros
Rome by night is spectacular
Rome
Evening Tour of Dinner and Music:
Includes the illuminated Rome at
night tour and then on to a special restaurant in Rome. Enjoy a
wonderful dinner complemented by local wines and featuring Italian songs
performed by local musicians. 75.00
includes
dinner and wine
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All
of the above Rome tours (except the Evening Dinner Tour) are also available
with private guide or private limo or both guide and limo.
private
limo and Rome tour guide services
*full
day ancient rome Tours AND MORE*
These
tours provide courtesy hotel pickup and return. Includes
transportation
in Deluxe air conditioned buses, special tour guides, lunch, entrance
fees and services charges. Taxes not included.
Lunch at a traditional
Roman restaurant included.
Tour
A: Full day
ancient Rome tour with
lunch: Includes the Monuments of Rome Tour and the Ancient Rome
Tour.
94.00 euros
Tour
B: Full day
ancient Christian Rome tour with
lunch: includes the Vatican Museums Tour and
Christian Rome tour.
113.00 euros
Tour
C: Full day
ancient and religious Rome tour with lunch
: includes the Vatican Museums
and Ancient Rome tours.
109.00 euros
All
of the above Rome tours are also available with private guide or private
limo or both guide and limo.
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private
limo and Rome tour guide services
*Religious
Rome TOURS*
See the newly restored Sistine Chapel
Vatican
Museum Tours
Includes the Vatican,
Sistine Chapel and the
Galleries. 51.00 euros
Christian
Rome Tour
Includes the Basilica of St. Mary Major, the Holy
Stairs, the Basilica of St. John the Lateran, the ancient
Catacombs, and the Appian Way--the oldest road from Roman times--plus
the famous Domino Quo Vadis Chapel. 40.00 euros
Papal
Summer Residence, Monastery & Vineyard Visit in Roman Countryside
Tour
Includes a scenic journey along the ancient Roman Appian way to the
Pope' s summer residence of Castelgandolfo. See an ancient
volcanic lake, a small village high in the mountains, the monastery of
Grottaferrata and a visit to one of the famed Frascati wineries.
41.00
Papal
Blessing Sunday Morning in Rome:
Includes the Trevi "three coins" Fountain,
the Pantheon (an ancient architectural marvel), the most beautiful
square in Rome--famous
Piazza Navona featured in numerous movies, the ancient Papal fortress of
Castle St. Angelo. At the end, the tour stops at St. Peter's Square for
the Papal Blessing.
35.00
Papal
Blessing Sunday Morning in the Pope's Summer Residence (summer
only):
Includes a scenic journey along the ancient Roman Appian way to the
Pope' s summer residence of Castelgandolfo. Short stop at the Lake
of Albano, an ancient volcanic lake. Then on to the Papal Blessing at
Castelgandolfo. After the ceremony return to Rome. 41.00
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All
of the above Rome Christian and Vatican tours are also available with
private guide or private limo or both.
private
limo and Christian Rome tour services
full
day religious rome Tours
These
tours provide courtesy hotel pickup and return. Includes
transportation
in Deluxe air conditioned buses, special tour guides, lunch, and service
charges. Taxes not included.
Lunch at a traditional
Roman restaurant included.
Tour
A:
Full day
St. Peter's Basilica and Ancient Rome tour with
lunch
Includes tour of St.Peter's Basilica, a short tour of
landmarks sites such as Trevi (Three Coin Fountain) and the ancient
Papal fortress and the Ancient Rome Tour.
94.00 euros
Tour
B:
Full day
Christian Rome and Vatican Museums tour with
lunch:
Includes the Vatican Museums Tour and the Christian Rome
Tours. 113.00
Tour
C: Full day
Ancient Rome and Vatican Museum tour with lunch:
Includes the Vatican Museums Tours and the Ancient Rome Tours. 109.00
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All
of the above Rome City tours are also available with private guide or
private limo or both.
private
Rome limo and tour guide services.
A VERY SPECIAL
VATICAN EVENt
THE PAPAL
AUDIENCE
Meet
the head of the Roman Catholic Church, one of the most
powerful and historic figures of our time. Your
visit to Rome should include if at all possible a Papal
Audience.
It
is quite difficult to obtain reservations for this
limited attendance occasion. Reservations must be made in advance (the
general rule is at least 2 weeks prior to your desired
audience) and the only way to guarantee that the
reservation is accepted is by going to the Vatican
office in
person.
Our staff fills out the necessary papers in person.
When the tickets are issued on the Tuesday just before
the Wednesday papal audience, our staff goes back to the
Vatican and picks up the tickets. Then we deliver
it to you personally at your hotel. For more information:
Papal Audience Request
*ROME TOURS: the Rome Region*
Tivoli
Tour
Includes a wonderful scenic trip to this favorite haunt of great
emperors and wealthy ancient Romans. It is about 18 miles from Rome
center. Visit Emperor Hadrian's summer palace, an ancient version
of a theme park. It had an extensive area
including the imperial villa, pool, spa, race track, living
quarters of servants all designed and built by Hadrian in the 2nd
century. Then on to the Villa d'Este, a Roman Renaissance villa with
beautiful world famous gardens. 53.00 euros
Roman
Countryside & Winery Tour
Includes a scenic journey along the ancient Roman Appian way to the
Pope' s summer residence of Castelgandolfo. See an ancient
volcanic lake, a small village high in the mountains, the monastery of
Grottaferrata and a visit to one of the famed Frascati wineries.
41.00 euros
Ancient
Ostia Tour
Only
20 minutes from Rome is the ancient capital of the Roman Empire, Ostia.
An extensive archaeological site second in importance only to Pompeii.
Once ancient Rome's bustling port city, this excavated harbor built
around 4th century B.C. at the mouth of the Tiber was long hidden by
floods and mud. As a result the city is well preserved (better than many
of the ruins in Rome center). Ancient roads, spas, houses of the wealthy
and the slaves, early fitness centers,
theaters, workshops, inns, temples. Most popular are the ancient
wonderfully preserved mosaics of the 12 thermal baths. 60.00 euros
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All
of the above Tivoli Tour, Villa d'Este Gardens Tour, Ancient Ostia Tour
and Roman Countryside & Winery Tour are also available with private
limo or private guide and limo service.
private
Rome, Tivoli, Ancient Ostia and Countryside tour services.
*CAPRI & ANCIENT POMPEII Tours*
Tour
prices include round trip transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, hydrofoil, entrance tickets, tour guide, lunch and assistance of
personnel. Taxes not included.
Naples,
Capri
Island Tour
Lunch at a
popular Capri restaurant included.
Beginning in Rome,
you pass by some famous sights such as the Abbey of Montecassino.
Arriving in Naples, you board the hydrofoil for the half hour trip across
Naples Bay to the picturesque island of Capri. Your first stop is a
visit to the famed "Blue Grotto," the bayside cave that
contained the luminescent aqua water enjoyed by the ancient Roman
emperors. Then a minibus will take you up the Capri hillside to the villa
of Anacapri, the village which offers an amazing panoramic view of Capri,
the bay, Naples, Mt. Vesuvius, and the Amalfi coast. After lunch and free
time to explore, you meet at the harbor for a short trip by hydrofoil to
Sorrento, the stunning cliffside town on the Amalfi coast. In the
early evening, you depart for a return to Rome. 140.00 euros
Naples & Ancient Pompeii Tour
Lunch at a
local Pompeii restaurant included.
Starts in Rome, crosses through the Castelli Romani wine region, on to
Montecassino, and arriving in Naples. After a tour of the city's
main sights, including its famous waterfront castle, you take the short
drive to Pompei, the town destroyed when Mt. Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D.
In early evening, board the bus for your return to Rome.
110.00
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The Pompeii tour is also
available with private limo or private limo and guide. It can include a trip to Mt. Vesuvius.
private
limo and Ancient Pompeii tour services.
*FLORENCE
& TUSCANY
TOURS*
Tour
prices include round trip transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, entrance tickets, tour guide, lunch and assistance of
personnel.
Florence
& Tuscany Tour
Lunch at a
traditional Florentine restaurant included.
Includes
a scenic trip along some of the quintessential Italian regions
such as Umbria and Tuscany. Arrive in Florence late morning and
enjoy a tour of the art city's most famous sights including Giotto's
Bell Tower and the famous Signora's palace. You will visit the Academy
museum which features Michelangelo's sculpture of David. Lunch in
a traditional Florentine restaurant. Then the tour will proceed to the
Piazza Santa Croce, a popular square in the center of Florence with its
famous church and good location close to shopping and famous sights.
Free time to explore the
city, its museums and the famous covered bridge, the Ponte Vecchio or to
shop. The
drive continues to
Piazzale Michelangelo for a spectacular view of the city, then return to Rome. 140.00
Optional overnight in Florence. Extra day supplement with bed and breakfast per
person:
4 star hotel
90.99
in 3 star
hotel 65.50
single room supplement 28.00
single room supplement 28.00
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*
*TUSCANY
SIGHTSEEING TOURS*
Tour
prices include round trip transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, entrance tickets, tour guide, lunch and assistance of
personnel.
Assisi
& Tuscany Tour
Lunch at a
traditional Tuscany restaurant included.
Includes a visit to one of the most picturesque areas of Italy with its
vineyards, olive trees and fortressed hilltop towns. The tour takes you
through medieval towns such as Orvieto and Spoleto. There are cathedrals, palaces,
fortresses and ancient walls along the route. Arriving at Assisi, the
mystic town of St. Francis, visit, the St. Francis Basilica with its
early Renaissance masterpieces of Giotto and Cimabue. Stroll through the
ancient town, shop, and enjoy the many artisan stores. Then enjoy a
pleasant lunch in a traditional
Tuscan restaurant. 86.00
euros
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OVERNIGHT
ESCORTED TOURS OF ITALY
*RELIGIOUS
SIGHTSEEING & ART CITY TOURS OVERNIGHT*
Roundtrip
from Rome:
Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua and
Venice Tour.
4
days in 4 star Florence and Venice hotels
Tour
prices include round trip transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, four star hotel double occupancy bath/shower, meals as per program, entrance tickets,
water transfers, tour guides, and assistance of personnel.
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Tour
leaves Rome and drives through Umbria with its charming medieval towns
such as Spoleto, Trevi, and Foligno. First stop is Assisi, the town of St. Francis. After a
guided tour through the picturesque walled
city visit the centerpiece basilica, St. Francis Basilica, with its Giotto and Cimabue masterpieces.
From there proceed to the medieval city of Siena. Finally arrive at the city of
great art, Florence, for dinner and overnight.
The
second day begins with a buffet breakfast at your hotel and then a guided
sightseeing tour of Brunelleschi's Duomo, the great cathedral square, Giotto's
Tower and the Baptistry of St. John. Other highlights of the Florence day
include the Academy Museum with the statue of Michelangelo's David. Dinner and
overnight in Florence.
The
third day enjoy breakfast buffet and then proceed to Padua, a classic northern
Italian village town. From there its a short journey to Venice.
Take the guided walking tour which will include the famous Piazza San Marco,
the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Dinner
and overnight in Venice.
The last day, begins with a Venetian buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Take a morning tour to a glass factory in Murano by motorlaunch. At mid-afternoon, board the bus or rail for the return trip to Rome.
The
four star hotel tour leaves every Tuesday; the three star option leaves
every Saturday. Both include hotel pickup for start of tour.
SOME
FEATURES.
-
Daily
buffet breakfast
-
Three
dinners
-
Local
guides and entrance fees
-
See
the Tuscan countryside, the Veneto region and the Italian Alps
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Four
Star hotel: 669.00 Three star
hotel: 588.00
single
room 817.00
single room 683.00
triple
room 636.00
triple room 553.00
child
with 2 adults 546.00
child with 2 adults 470.00
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One
way from Rome:
Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua and
Venice Tour.
5 days in
4 star Florence and Venice hotels
Tour
prices include transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, four star hotel double occupancy bath/shower, meals as per program, entrance tickets,
water transfers, tour guides, and assistance of personnel.
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Tour
leaves Rome and drives through Umbria with its charming medieval towns
such as Spoleto, Trevi, and Foligno. First stop is Assisi, the town of St. Francis. After a
guided tour through the picturesque walled
city visit the centerpiece basilica, St. Francis Basilica, with its Giotto and Cimabue masterpieces.
From there proceed to the medieval city of Siena known for its great horse
race the Palio. Finally arrive at the city of
great art, Florence, for dinner and overnight.
The
second day begins with a buffet breakfast at your hotel and then a guided
sightseeing tour of Brunelleschi's Duomo, the great cathedral of Santa Maria
del Fiore, Giotto's
Bell Tower and the Baptistry of St. John. Other highlights of the Florence day
include the Academy Museum with the statue of Michelangelo's David and Santa
Croce, the 13th century Franciscan church with Cimabue's famous crucifix. Dinner and
overnight in Florence.
The
third day enjoy breakfast buffet and then proceed to Padua, a classic northern
Italian village town where you will visit the famous St. Anthony of Padua
cathedral and see Donatello's "Gattemalata." From there it's a short journey to Venice.
Take the guided walking tour which will include the famous Piazza San Marco,
the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. The first day tour concludes with
a visit to a Venetian glass factory to see the artisans at work. Dinner
and overnight in Venice.
The
fourth day begins with a Venetian buffet breakfast at the hotel. Take a
morning tour to a glass factory in Murano by motorlaunch. Dinner and overnight.
The
last day of the tour starts with a buffet breakfast at your hotel.
Then around noon, the tour officially ends.
The
four star hotel tour leaves every Tuesday from March to November; the three star option leaves
every Saturday. Both include hotel pickup for start of tour.
SOME
FEATURES.
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Four
Star hotel: 828.00 Three star
hotel: 754.00
single
room 1,035.00
single room 883.00
triple
room 790. 00
triple room 706. 00
child
with 2 adults 660.00
child with 2 adults 603.00
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One
way from Rome:
Assisi, Siena, Florence, Padua,
Venice, Verona, Lake Como, Milan Tour.
6
days in 4 star hotels
Tour
prices include transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, four star hotel double occupancy bath/shower, meals as per program, entrance tickets,
water transfers, tour guides, and assistance of personnel.
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Tour
leaves Rome and drives through Umbria with its charming medieval towns
such as Spoleto, Trevi, and Foligno. First stop is Assisi, the town of St. Francis. After a
guided tour through the picturesque walled
city visit the centerpiece, St. Francis Basilica, with its Giotto and Cimabue masterpieces.
From there proceed to the medieval city of Siena. Finally arrive at the city of
great art, Florence, for dinner and overnight.
The
second day begins with a buffet breakfast at your hotel and then a guided
sightseeing tour of Brunelleschi's Duomo, the great cathedral square, Giotto's
Tower and the Baptistry of St. John. Other highlights of the Florence day
include the Academy Museum with the statue of Michelangelo's David. Dinner and
overnight in Florence.
The
third day enjoy breakfast buffet and then proceed to Padua, a classic northern
Italian village town where you will visit the famous St. Anthony of Padua
cathedral. From there it's a short journey to Venice.
Take the guided walking tour which will include the famous Piazza San Marco,
the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. The first day tour concludes with
a visit to a Venetian glass factory to see the artisans at work. Dinner
and overnight in Venice.
The
fourth day begins with a Venetian buffet breakfast at the hotel before Venice
at your leisure. Take a morning tour by motorlaunch to a glass factory
on the island of Murano. Dinner and overnight.
The
fifth day starts with a buffet breakfast at your hotel. Then a
morning departure for Verona to see the town of Romeo and Juliet. Then
continue on to Como. Dinner and overnight in this beautiful mountain
lake area.
On
the last day, there is a final buffet breakfast at the hotel. Then
depart for Milan where the tour officially ends at the Central Railway
Station.
The
four star hotel tour leaves every Tuesday; the three star option leaves
every Saturday. Both include hotel pickup for start of tour.
SOME
FEATURES.
-
Daily
buffet breakfast
-
Five
dinners
-
Local
guides and entrance fees to sightseeing tours on the itinerary
-
See
the Tuscan countryside, the Veneto region and the Italian Alps
Four
Star hotel: 1023.00
*Three / 4 star
hotel: 889.00
single
room 1224.00
single room 1045.00
triple room 973. 00
triple room 847. 00
child
with 2 adults 819.00
child with 2 adults 712.00
* The three star option visits the stunning Lake Garda
instead of Lake Como and stays overnight in Milan instead of overnight
in Como.
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*GRAND ITALY
ART & RELIGIOUS TOUR*
Roundtrip
from Rome: Assisi, Siena, Florence,
Padua, Venice,
Verona, Lake Como, Milan, Bologna, San Marino, and Perugia.
7
days in 4 star hotels
Tour
prices include round trip transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, meals according to the program, entrance tickets to tours listed in
program, tour guide, assistance of personnel, four star hotel (unless
the three stop option is selected) accommodations in double occupancy with private bath/shower.
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Tour
leaves Rome and drives through Umbria with its charming medieval
towns such as Spoleto, Trevi, and Foligno. First stop is Assisi, the town of St. Francis. After a
guided tour through the picturesque walled
city visit the centerpiece basilica, St. Francis Basilica, with its Giotto and Cimabue masterpieces.
From there proceed to the medieval city of Siena. Finally arrive at the city of
great art, Florence, for dinner and overnight.
The
second day begins with a buffet breakfast at your hotel and then a guided
sightseeing tour of Brunelleschi's Duomo, the great cathedral square, Giotto's
Tower and the Baptistry of St. John. Other highlights of the Florence day
include the Academy Museum with the statue of Michelangelo's
David. Dinner and
overnight in Florence.
The
third day enjoy breakfast buffet and then proceed to Padua, a classic northern
Italian village town. From there its a short journey to Venice.
Take the guided walking tour which will include the famous Piazza San Marco,
the Doge's Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. The first day tour concludes with
a visit to a Venetian glass factory to see the artisans at work. Dinner
and overnight in Venice.
The next day begins with a Venetian buffet breakfast at the hotel. The rest
of the day is free to take optional tours to the islands of Murano and
Burano by motorlaunch or go shopping. Dinner and overnight in Venice.
On the
fifth day, after a buffet
breakfast, you proceed to enchanting Verona for a tour of Romeo and
Juliet's city. Late afternoon, enjoy the scenic drive to Lake
Como. Dinner and overnight in this beautiful region.
The next day after
breakfast, we drive the 30 minutes to Milan and tour the sights including its famous
Grand Duomo
cathedral. In the afternoon drive to medieval Bologna, another
great art city. Then on to the world's smallest and oldest independent
republic, San Marino. This was originally founded as a Christian
sanctuary. Dinner and overnight.
On
the last day, following buffet breakfast, depart for Perugia, the charming
university town. Visit the impressive cathedral and the Palace.
Finally, return to Rome this evening.
The
four star hotel option leaves every Tuesday and spends a night at Lake Como;
the three star option leaves every Saturday and spends a night at Milan. Both
include hotel pickup for start of tour.
SOME
FEATURES.
Four
Star Hotel 1230.00 *Three
/ Four Star Hotel
1091.00
In
single 1472.00
In single 1292.00
In
triple 1175.00
In triple 1033.00
Child
with 2 adults 985.00
Child with 2 adults 873.00
*substitutes
overnight stay in Lake Como area for overnight in Milan
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*AMALFI
COAST OVERNIGHT TOURS*
Tour
prices include round trip transportation in a deluxe air conditioned
bus, four star hotel double occupancy bath/shower, meals as per program, entrance tickets,
ferryboat transfers, tour guide, and assistance of
personnel.
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Roundtrip
from Rome: Naples, Pompeii, Capri,
AnaCapri and Sorrento Tour
2
days in 4 Star Amalfi
Coast Hotel
Tour
leaves Rome and after a scenic drive through the Roman countryside, wineries
and by the Abbey of Montecassino, you arrive in the vibrant, historic
city of Naples. After a short tour you proceed to nearby Pompei, the
ancient city destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Enjoy
lunch in a local restaurant and then take a guided tour of the Pompeii
ruins.
From there you drive along the coast to Sorrento. Dinner and overnight
stay in a four star hotel in this beautiful town on the Amalfi Coast.
On
the second day, after breakfast, we take the ferry to Capri, where you visit the famous
"Blue
Grotto" water cave. Then a minibus will take you to the village of
Anacapri on the upper cliffs of the island. Here you can enjoy the stunning
vistas, lunch and shopping. Then a stop at Capri's mid-level "Piazzetta"
the chic, popular shopping square of the island. You will be escorted to
the Gardens of Augustus for a view of the two famous enormous jutting rocks in the
bay of Capri. Later return to Sorrento by ferry for the bus trip back to
Rome.
This
tour has daily departures from March to November. Includes hotel pickup for
start of tour.
270.00 euros per person in double
room Single room 315.00,
Triple room 262.00 per person Child
with 2 adults: 216.00
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*
Roundtrip
from Rome: Naples, Pompeii, Capri,
AnaCapri and Sorrento Tour.
3
days in 4 Star Amalfi Coast Hotel
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
Tour
leaves Rome and after a scenic drive through the Roman countryside, wineries
and by the Abbey of Montecassino, you arrive in the vibrant, historic
Naples. After a short
sightseeing drive around the city highlights, you proceed to nearby Pompeii,
destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Enjoy
lunch in a local restaurant and then take a guided tour of the Pompei ruins.
From there you drive along the coast to Sorrento. Dinner and overnight
stay in a four star hotel.
The
second day is spent in beautiful Sorrento, one of the jewels of Italy's
legendary Amalfi Coast. Begin with breakfast at the hotel. then have the
day free to shop in the many boutiques, enjoy Bellinis at the outdoor
restaurants, or go swimming.Dinner at the Sorrento hotel and then one more
night in a romantic Amalfi Coast town.
On
the third day, after breakfast at the hotel, we take the ferry to Capri, where you visit the famous
"Blue
Grotto" water cave. Then a minibus will take you to the village of
Anacapri on the upper cliffs of the island. Here you can enjoy the stunning
vistas, lunch and shopping. Then a stop at the mid-level "Piazzetta"
the chic, popular shopping square of the island. You will be escorted to
the Gardens of Augustus for a view of the two enormous jutting rocks in the
bay of Capri. Later return to Sorrento by ferry for the bus trip back to
Rome.
This
tour has daily departures from March to November. Includes hotel pickup
for start of tour.
365.00 euros per person in double
room Single room
455.00 Triple room 339.00 euros per person Child with 2 adults 292.00
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Roundtrip
from Rome: Naples, Pompeii, Sorrento,
Capri, & Amalfi Tour
5
days in 4 Star Amalfi Coast Hotels
Tour
leaves Rome and after a scenic drive through the Roman countryside, wineries
and by the Abbey of Montecassino, you arrive in the vibrant, historic
Naples. After a short
sightseeing drive around the city highlights, you proceed to nearby Pompei,
destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Enjoy
lunch in a local restaurant and then take a guided tour of the Pompei ruins.
From there you visit a Cameo factory, popular with people around the world.
Then drive along the coast to Sorrento. Dinner and overnight
stay in a four star hotel.
On
the second day, after breakfast, we take the ferry to Capri, where you visit the famous
"Blue
Grotto" water cave. Then a minibus will take you to the village of
Anacapri on the upper cliffs of the island. Here you can enjoy the stunning
vistas, lunch and shopping. Then time at leisure. Dinner and overnight in
Sorrento.
On
the third day, morning departure to picturesque town of Amalfi, along the
stunning Amalfi Coast. Along the way you will drive through the colorful,
artistic Positano and many other small villages. Time at leisure in
Amalfi, then dinner and overnight.
On
day four, you have free time to discover the beauty of this coastal
resort town of Amalfi, go for a swim in the beautiful waters or explore the
area. You are free to take excursions to nearby Positano or exclusive Ravello. Dinner and overnight in Amalfi.
On
the last day, after breakfast, you have a morning at leisure then an early
afternoon transfer to Sorrento. From there we begin our return to Rome.
This
tour has daily departures from March to November. Includes hotel pickup at
start of tour.
Some Features:
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Daily continental
breakfast
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four dinner
-
two lunches
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full day excursion to
Pompeii
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full day excursion to
Capri
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private car transfer
from Sorrento to Amalfi; private car transfer from Amalfi to Pompeii
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local guides and
sightseeing entrance fees
750.00
per person in Double Room Single room 979.00 Triple
720.00 per person ; Child with 2 adults 628.00
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EXOTIC SICILY
TOUR
Explore the famous archaeological ruins and enjoy the
stunning beach resorts on this unspoiled island.
Palermo, Erice,
Cefalu, Messina, Taormina, Syracuse, Agregento.
8 days in 4 star hotels
Prices
are per person in euros (not including tax).
This
tour requires independent arrival and departure from Sicily. Our staff
will be happy to arrange transport for you from Rome or Naples by boat,
train or plane. We can also arrange accommodations along the way if you
wish to visit some areas such as the Amalfi Coast along the southern Italian coast either before or after
your tour of Sicily.
Tour
includes accommodations in four star Jolly Hotels, half board, ground
transportation by deluxe motorcoach, service charges, sightseeing tours as indicated in
the itinerary with English Speaking driver. Taxes not included.
Arrive
in Palermo, Sicily to a welcome cocktail and dinner. Overnight in our four
star hotel. The next day visit the famous Grand Duomo
of Monreale. Return to Palermo and tour the city sights including
the Cathedral, the Palatine Chapel in the Royal Palace and enjoy a
panoramic view of the historic center. After lunch, take an optional
excursion to the Catacombs and the handcrafts village of Mondello.
Dinner and overnight.
After
a buffet breakfast, a trip to Segesta for a visit to
the ancient Doric Temple with its history recorded in the stones.
Lunch at Erice mountainside medieval city located at 800 mtrs above
the sea with a stunning view of the unique
landscape. Then tour Trapani's salt mills. On to Agrigento, for dinner
and overnight in your hotel. After dinner enjoy an unforgettable
panoramic tour of the Valley of the Temples illuminated.
The
next day after a buffet breakfast, visit the Valley of Temples
including the Temple of Juno, Concord, Heracles, Zeus, Castor
& Pollux. Lunch in a local restaurant. Then visit the famous
Villa Romana del Casale famed for its well preserved
mosaics. Continue on to Syracuse. Dinner and overnight.
After
a buffet breakfast visit the archaeological area. Among the riches are the famous
"Latomie of the Paradise," the "Dionysus Ear."
Then visit the
baroque island of Ortigia. After lunch, depart for Ragusa and
visit the medieval city and capital of Sicilian baroque
style. Continue to Catania. Dinner and overnight.
After
breakfast, begin your exciting excursion to Mt. Etna, the highest active
volcano in Europe. Weather permitting you will reach 1800 meters. Continue
on to beautiful cliffside resort of Taormina and enjoy lunch in a
local restaurant. In the afternoon visit the Greek theater and
then leisure time for shopping or strolling the tiny streets. Continue
to Messina for dinner and overnight in front of the Straight.
The
next day, board
a boat to visit Reggio Calabria to view its famous Bronze di
Riace. Drive along the Thyrrenian coast with a first stop at Cefalu,
famous for its Norman style cathedral and wash house built in the rock.
Stop at Cape Orlando for lunch. Continue to Palermo.
Enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight in the Palermo
hotel. On the final day, after a buffet breakfast, your tour
ends.
Tour
includes: four star accommodations, half board, service charges, transportation by deluxe motor coach and guided tours by
English speaking drivers and guides.
This
four star hotel tour leaves every Saturday from April to October
inclusive.
842.00 per person in double
single 1035.00
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