ADDITIONAL INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS
Rome: Enjoy a guided tour of St. Peter's Basilica.
Pisa: See the Cathedral, Baptistery and ‘Leaning Tower'.
Florence: See the Cathedral, 'Gates of Paradise' on the Baptistery and Signoria Square. Traditional Florence leather-work demonstration.
Verona: Walk with your Tour Director past the Roman Arena to the famous balcony in the courtyard of a Renaissance villa.
Venice: Cruise to St. Mark's Square by private launch. See St. Mark's Basilica, bell tower, clock tower, Doges' Palace and Bridge of Sighs. Witness hand made Venetian arts such as glass-blowing and lace making.
AUTHENTIC REGIONAL FLAVOURS
Florence: Enjoy a delicious authentic pizza.
Venice: Join your fellow guests for an unforgettable Celebration Dinner of delicious Italian cuisine in the heart of historic Venice.
Included Quality Dining: 1 Welcome Dinner (WD), 9 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 1 Signature Evening (SE) and 1 Celebration Dinner (CD). Departures on tour for Christmas and New Year's Eve enjoy a festive Highlight Dinner.
SEASONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Autumn: Olive oil pressing and tasting; stunning Autumn colours of the Umbrian and Tuscan landscapes.
Winter: In Florence, learn about the origins of Italian mulled wine - Vin Brulé, and enjoy a tasting of this soul-soothing, aromatic drink.
Spring: Enjoy the fields of wild flowers and enjoy a tasting of the regions famous Chianti wines.
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES AND DINING
Rome: Gain VIP entrance into the Vatican Museums and be among the select few to admire the Renaissance Bramante Staircase, off limits to the general public. Once through the Pope's treasure-trove, marvel at the genius of Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel.
Pisa: See the famous leaning tower.
Florence: Replicas of the 'Statue of David' are everywhere in Florence, but don't be fooled! With Insight, you visit the Accademia Museum with a local historian to study Michelangelo's original 17ft marble masterpiece.
Venice: To the tune of accompanying musicians, you will be serenaded through the atmospheric canals by gondola.
STAY AT THE BEST ADDRESSES
Rome: The Veneto Palace Hotel is located in the monumental and unique scenery of ancient Rome, not far from Piazza di Spagna, the Trevi Fountain and Villa Borghese, which is the largest park in central Rome. The guest rooms offer a classic style that blends in perfect harmony with the style of the building.
Venice: Hilton Molino Stucky. The hotel is located in a magnificently restored 19th century granary on Giudecca Island, only minutes away from St. Mark's Square by boat. Amenities include a spa and wellness centre and five different restaurants and bars. Excellent views from the roof bar.