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Rome, Florence & Venice  
Introduction

Enjoy three of Italy’s most popular cities: Rome, Florence, and Venice. This vacation includes a choice of centrally located hotels in all three cities, services of a Local Host, and half-day sightseeing tours with a Local Guide (including headsets). In Rome, visit St. Peter’s Basilica and Square, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and Roman Forum. In Florence, visit Michelangelo’s David, the cathedral, and Signoria Square. In Venice, enjoy St. Mark’s Basilica and Square, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, and watch a glassblowers’ demonstration. Use your Museums of St. Mark’s Square pass for visits to Ducal Palace, Museo Correr and the Biblioteca Marciana. Travel between the cities via the Eurostar train (first-class).  

Itinerary (11 days/10 nights)

Day One: Departure
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day Two: Rome
Arrive in Rome. Balance of the day is at leisure.

Day Three: Rome
Morning guided sightseeing including headsets, visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the Colosseum and Roman Forum.

Day Four: Rome
Full day at leisure.

Day Five: Rome-Florence
Travel to Florence by Eurostar train (first-class); transfers from/to hotels are included.

Day Six: Florence
Morning guided walking tour including headsets, visit Michelangelo’s David in the Academy of Fine Arts, the cathedral, and Signoria Square.

Day Seven: Florence
Full day at leisure.

Day Eight: Florence-Venice
Travel to Venice by Eurostar train (first-class); transfers from/to hotels are included.

Day Nine: Venice
Morning guided walking tour including headsets, visit St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, Doges’ Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Also enjoy a glassblowers’ demonstration.

Day Ten: Venice
Full day at leisure.

Day Eleven: Venice-Home
Depart from Venice.
Rome

Standard Package: Claridge
A charming standard stylish modern hotel with 95 rooms, located in Parioli, one of Rome’s most exclusive residential areas, close to the verdant avenues of Villa Borghese Park. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have private bath, satellite TV, phone, and minibar. The hotel has an American bar and spacious sitting areas.

Premium Package: Cicerone
A superior standard downtown hotel with 250 rooms, located in the center of the Prati area and within pleasant walking distance along the Tiber to historic Castel Sant’Angelo. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have private bath, satellite TV, phone, and minibar. The hotel has an elegant restaurant, cozy sitting rooms, and an American bar.

Florence

Standard Package: NH Firenze
An elegant first-class, air-conditioned hotel with 152 rooms, superbly located near the historic heart of the city. Tastefully decorated rooms have private bath, cable TV, phone, and minibar. The “Carlton” restaurant serves international menus and typical renowned Tuscan cuisine.

Premium Package: Boscolo Astoria
A superior first-class hotel in a former palazzo, including original frescos. Situated in the heart of Florence with 98 elegant rooms all equipped with air-conditioning, cable TV, safe, and minibar. Typical Tuscan dishes and local wines are offered in the hotel’s restaurant and wine bar.

Premium Package: Albani
A luxurious superior first-class hotel close to the historic heart of the city. All 102 air-conditioned rooms provide modern comforts, private bath, TV, minibar, and safe. The elegant restaurant and American bar offer the finest Italian and international specialties.

Venice

Standard Package: Principe
Overlooking the Grand Canal, this standard welcomes guests with Venetian decor enhanced by modern comfort. All 139 rooms are fitted with air-conditioning, satellite TV, safe, and minibar. The dining room opens onto the terrace during the summer, an ideal spot to enjoy the magic and charm of Venice.

Standard Package: Boscolo Bellini
A standard and elegant hotel located by the Grand Canal, only 100 yards from the Santa Lucia train station. It is housed in an 18th-century building with refined and luxurious decor. The 97 air-conditioned and comfortable rooms have private bath, cable TV, safe, and minibar.

Premium Package: Monaco & Grand Canal
Formerly a 17th-century Venetian palazzo, this sumptuous superior standard overlooks the Grand Canal and is only a few steps from St. Mark’s Square. The 100 air-conditioned rooms are furnished in grand style with all modern facilities, and the hotel boasts one of the city’s finest restaurants. With an outdoor terrace, the elegant “Grand Canal” restaurant offers fine cuisine in a delightful atmosphere.

Premium Package: Starhotels Splendid Venice
An intimate superior standard within a building dating from the 18th century, situated very close to St. Mark’s Square and the Rialto Bridge. The hotel has 166 rooms, recently refurbished with all comforts, air-conditioning, private bath, satellite TV, telephone, and minibar. The restaurant offers international cuisine and typical local dishes.
Package Includes:

• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Rome
• Guided sightseeing tour of Rome
• Transfers to/from train stations
• Train from Rome to Florence
• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Florence
• Guided sightseeing tour of Florence
• Train from Florence to Venice
• 3 nights hotel accommodation in Venice
• Guided sightseeing tour of Venice
• Daily breakfast
Can airfare be arranged?
Yes, we can arrange airfare from your home city to Rome and from Venice to your home city.

Do you offer travel assistance?
Yes, the package includes assistance by local hosts.
Dates
Weekly departures are available.

Land Only Prices

Standard Package:
August 29-October 24, 2009 $2,749.00 per person
November 7, 2009 $2,349.00 per person
November 21-December 19, 2009 $2,239.00 per person


Premium Package:
August 29-October 24, 2009 $3,229.00 per person
November 7, 2009 $2,879.00 per person
November 21-December 5, 2009 $2,569.00 per person
December 19, 2009 $2,679.00 per person

NOTE: Prices are per person, based on double occupancy.

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