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Day 1 Depart Canada. Overnight flight to Rome.

Day 2 Arrive Rome. We will be met at the airport and be transferred to our hotel. The rest of the day is ours to begin our exploration of the 'Eternal City'. (D- Dinner at the hotel is included)

Vatican - SN

Day 3 Rome sightseeing. In the morning we will tour the world famous Vatican Museum including the Sistine Chapel and then to St. Peter's Basilica. Our afternoon sightseeing tour shows us the Forum and Coliseum. Later you'll have the opportunity to explore other parts of historical Rome or perhaps, shop in the designer boutiques along the elegant Via Condotti. (Meals included BB-Buffet Breakfast and D at a local restaurant)

Day 4 Rome - Siena - Florence - Sightseeing. Enjoy a short drive this morning past the hilltop towns of the Latium and the Umbria. We continue into the hills of Tuscany to visit medieval Siena, famous for its Palio horse-race. There is time to have lunch in one of the cafés on the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo before continuing on to Florence. En route we can stop at the outlet stores of many famous Italian designers for shopping. In Florence, sightseeing shows us the Piazza della Signoria, the Cathedral and Holy Cross Church. (BB D)

Florence - SN

Day 5 Florence. You'll witness a demonstration of Florentine craftsmanship in the Santa Croce District. We will then visit the Accademia where many famous works of art are displayed including the world famous statue of David by Michelangelo. Then there's free time to shop and/or sightsee as your group chooses. Tonight the group can explore the historic quarter of Florence and perhaps seek out some delicious Tuscan cuisine. (BB)

Day 6 Florence - Verona - Venice (Mestre). We enjoy a leisurely drive to Verona, Shakespeare's city of Romeo and Juliet as well as the 'Two Gentlemen'. Here an orientation tour will show us the Roman arena, the medieval town and for the romantics, the balcony of Juliet. Then it's but a short drive to magical Venice for our two-night stay. (BB D)

Rialto Bridge, Venice - S. Leclerc

Day 7 Venice sightseeing. The perfect way to absorb this city's unique sights and sounds is on an included canal cruise to St. Mark's Square. We will see the Byzantine Basilica and magnificent Doges' Palace before a demonstration of glass-blowing at a Murano glass factory. Then your group has the option to explore Venice as you wish and perhaps to discover some of the other islands in the lagoon and/or seek out a fresh seafood lunch in one of the typical restaurants. (BB D)

Day 8 Venice (Mestre) - Assisi. Enjoy a morning drive along the Adriatic Coast to the Roman town of Ravenna. Here we'll visit the sixth century Church of St. Apollinaris in Classe with its incredible Byzantine mosaics. Then on to mystical Assisi, perched on Mount Subasio and overlooking a peaceful Umbrian landscape. Our sightseeing tour includes a guided tour of the Basilica of St. Francis, famous for its fresco paintings depicting the life of this much-loved saint. You can then wander the medieval streets of town and perhaps climb to the castle tower overlooking the town and valley. (BB D)

Assissi - SN

Day 9 Assisi - Sorrento. An early start today as we head towards the 'Campania Felix', much loved by the Romans, as is today's included highlight to the Isle of Capri. We board our ferry and sail across the Bay of Naples to the island of the Emperor Tiberius. We will have time to wander and discover the beauty of this favoured Italian holiday spot. Later, we return to the beautiful cliff-side city of Sorrento for the night. (BB D)

Day 10 Sorrento - Rome. This morning's exciting highlight is a visit to the excavations at Pompeii. Here our local guide will bring to life the day-to-day existence of the early Romans as we explore the city which was preserved by the ash from the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD. Then we head back to Rome for the last night of our Italian Odyssey. Our group will close this day and our touring by gathering for a farewell dinner in this historic and romantic city. (BB D)

Day 11 Rome - Canada. Transfer to the airport for your return flight to Canada. (BB)

Tour includes:

• Inter-city travel by private coach and ferries
• Air transportation
• Accommodation in three and four star hotels
• Tour director and local guides
• Most meals as noted in the itinerary
• Entrance fees to museums etc.
• Transfers to and from the airport

Not Included:

• Items of a personal nature
• Tips and gratuities for our driver and guides
• Comprehensive cancellation, medical and baggage insurance (available at extra cost)

Trip Costing
The cost of your trip is based on several factors:

• Group size
• Number of Facilitators
• Activities included
• Dates of travel
• Length of trip
• Itinerary revisions and adjustments are possible and we encourage you to discuss your objectives with our office staff. These changes may effect the trip cost.
  

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