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The atmospheric ruins of Pompeii, romance of Verona and the Isle of Capri are revealed in a subtle light, on an exploration that also takes in Italy's most famous cities.It's Insider moments like… watching glowing colours twist and bend into delicate works of art at the hands of an expert Venetian glassblower, and listening as he shares the secrets of this ancient tradition.

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Tour Duration:	10 Days
Depart From:	Pompeii
Arrive in:	Rome
Tour Style:	Country Explorer
Tour Type:	Escorted
Tour Supplier:	Trafalgar
Meal Description:	9 hot buffet breakfasts. 6 dinners

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Departure Date	Return Date	Price(CAD)

2017-03-31	2017-04-09	3335.00
2017-03-31	2017-04-09	2795.00
2017-03-31	2017-04-09	2795.00
2017-03-31	2017-04-09	2745.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-16	3415.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-16	2875.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-16	2875.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-16	2825.00

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Day : 1

Arrive Rome (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. Unwind or take a stroll through ancient streets and soak up the ambience. This evening, meet for a Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers and Travel Director, followed by an orientation drive to see some of Rome's famous sights.Welcome Reception

Day : 2

Rome Sightseeing and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

Your included sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist begins at the Vatican Museums. Experience a Cultural Insight in the Vatican when you ascend the smooth and step-less spiral staircase designed by famous architect Donato Bramante. Admire Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and then visit St. Peter's Basilica to see his famous Pietà. Your tour continues in ancient Rome. See the Circus Maximus where chariot races were held and visit the impressive Colosseum. There's time afterwards to explore the city on your own, or simply relax and watch the world go by.Buffet Breakfast

Day : 3

Rome – Venice (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Admire the scenery as you drive north from Rome past the hilltop towns of Orte and Orvieto into Tuscany. See the Chianti vineyards and the extensive olive groves before crossing through the Apennine Mountains and eventually reach the flat plains of the Veneto region and magical Venice. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner with wine

Day : 4

Venice Orientation and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

This morning watch the Venetian craftsmen during a Cultural Insight demonstration at a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Island. Venice − Queen of the Adriatic − was a maritime power and staging post for the Holy Crusades, and played a significant part in the Renaissance. The history and culture of this unique city is revealed as you cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square. See the Byzantine Basilica, Bridge of Sighs and Doges' Palace. Your afternoon is free to discover the delights of Venice or perhaps consider dinner at a local restaurant.Buffet Breakfast

Day : 5

Venice – Verona – Florence (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

A leisurely drive brings you to Verona, the setting for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. See the impressive Roman arena, the third largest in Italy, and Juliet's balcony, close to Piazza della Erbe. To the south, through the beautiful landscape of Tuscany lies Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. This evening, join your fellow travellers for a memorable Be My Guest dinner of delicious local ingredients prepared by a local family.Buffet Breakfast, Be My Guest Dining

Day : 6

Florence Sightseeing and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

This morning explore Piazza della Signoria and see the Ponte Vecchio during your walking tour with your Local Specialist. See the multi-coloured marble Cathedral with its impressive dome engineered by Brunelleschi and admire the inspiring gilded bronze doors of the Baptistery. Free time this afternoon allows you to discover what this fascinating city has to offer including the Academy of Fine Arts featuring Michelangelo's statue of David. Florence is also renowned for luxury leather goods and 18 carat gold jewellery. This afternoon, you have the opportunity to take an Optional Experience to San Gimignano, whose tall medieval towers can be seen from miles around.Buffet Breakfast

Day : 7

Florence – Cassino – Sorrento (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Visit the Commonwealth Cemetery in Cassino which lies below the famous Montecassino Abbey that was the site of a fierce battle in May 1944. Continue south through the fertile Campania region to the Bay of Naples in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, and along the coast to Sorrento. Dine tonight at your hotel.Buffet Breakfast, Dinner with wine

Day : 8

Isle Of Capri Excursion and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

Accompanied by a Local Specialist, cross the Bay of Naples by ferry to the Isle of Capri, where Emperor Tiberius built a series of villas and governed the Roman Empire for the last ten years of his life. Spend some time sightseeing or consider an Optional Experience to Anacapri which features magnificent views. Later in Sorrento, visit an inlaid woodwork factory for a Cultural Insight into the production of this local craft. Tonight enjoy a Regional Meal in a local restaurant.Buffet Breakfast, Regional Meal

Day : 9

Sorrento – Pompeii – Rome

Number of Days : 1

Explore the excavations at Pompeii which was preserved by volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Your Local Specialist gives a historical commentary of day-to-day life in the city on your Small Group Sightseeing tour. Your Italian odyssey ends in Rome where you enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your Travel Director and companions.Buffet Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day : 10

Depart Rome

Number of Days : 1

Say ‘arrivederci Roma' at the end of your memorable holiday in Italy. Transfers are available to Rome Fiumicino Airport. Conditions apply.Buffet Breakfast

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