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FLORENCE, VENICE,
THE ITALIAN RIVIERA
TUSCANY
& THE CHIANTI COUNTRYSIDE
$1,399 Land package
(Based on double occupancy)
2009
dates : June 28th-July 4th
October
4th-10th
Day one: Today is a travel day. See you on the other side of the Atlantic.
Day two: Arrive in Florence, our home base for the rest of the
tour. So unpack your suitcase, make yourself at home, because this is HOME
for the length of our vacation. Get together at 5 p.m. for our evening discovery of
Florence. Our local historian will give you a solid
overview of this charming city: Piazza Del Duomo,
Santa Croce, The Uffizzi, The Palazzo Vecchio and so much more.
Day three: Day trip to Siena.
We’ll walk through its XIIIth century
streets with Christina, our guide, seeing its palaces, churches & squares. You will learn about Siena past based on banking, the influence
of the clans even today, and the big Palio race
that takes place in the heart of town every year. You will fall in love with Siena.
Day four: Today we’ll roam through the Tuscan
countryside past olive groves, vineyards, and sleepy villages. Visit of San Gimignano,
another enchanted destination. Take
the time to linger, indulge in their delicious gelato, look for photo
opportunities, explore at your own pace.
Day five: Free day in Florence.
This is your chance to visit museums and enjoy the architecture of
this delightful city. Its Renaissance
style buildings will charm you, over and over.
Day six:
Rise and shine…Today we’re taking the train to Venice, the sinking city. A boat ride through the Grand
Canal is a must,then
enjoy free time in this timeless city.
Day seven:
Another
fun escapade has been planned for today: we’ll head to the Italian Riviera
and visit seaside villages of Cinque Terre.
Day eight: Mingle with the locals and attend the early
morning markets before we head to the airport, if time allows. Otherwise enjoy your last café in the
breakfast room, and bid your newfound friends goodbye. See you soon on
another adventure abroad!
Self guided extensions possible…
Your tour includes:
- Hotel
with breakfast
- All
advertised day trips
- Tour
escort 24/7
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