Rome and Tuscan Highlights
Operated by: Trafalgar
9 Days from $2,246 per person
Locations Visited
Rome, Montecatini Terme, Florence, Pisa, Vinci ...more Rome, Montecatini Terme, Florence, Pisa, Vinci"Awesome trip!"Awesome trip! The schedule and guides were wonderful. This is definitely one of the best vacations we have ever had.
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Day 1
Arrive Rome
Ciao Roma! 'The Eternal City' opens its doors for an unforgettable At Leisure jaunt through Tuscany and two millennia of culture, history and fiery Italian verve. Spend the afternoon exploring the city before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception. Embark on an orientation drive past Rome's iconic and unexpected highlights, including views of the Colosseum and Circus Maximus, once the site of exhilarating chariot races which attracted thousands of enthusiastic spectators.
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Day 2
Rome Sightseeing – Montecatini (6 Nights)
Our journey through Rome begins in the centre of Christendom, where we join a 'Local Specialist' on an included sightseeing tour to visit St. Peter's Basilica and Michelangelo's much-admired Pietà. This afternoon, we enjoy a leisurely drive through the scenic Tuscan hills to the thermal spa resort of Montecatini, the largest and most famous spa town in Italy and your home for the next six nights.
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Day 3
Florence Excursion
Your 'Local Specialist' will reveal the history of Renaissance Florence during your walking tour. View the magnificent Duomo and visit Piazza della Signoria. In your free time, consider visiting the Ponte Vecchio bridge, one of the city's most famous landmarks and lined with goldsmiths and jewellers. This is a legacy of the 16th-century decree which mandated that only jewellers and goldsmiths be allowed to ply their trade on the bridge. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold.
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Day 4
Montecatini at Leisure or Optional Experience to Cinque Terre
Relax in the soothing waters of Montecatini Thermal Spa on your day at leisure or join an Optional Experience to Cinque Terre, whose quaint pastel-hued villages cling to the rugged Ligurian cliffs.
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Day 5
Pisa and Vinci Excursion
Journey to Pisa where we join a 'Local Specialist' to view the famous Leaning Tower, the finely sculpted marble Cathedral and the ornate Baptistery, said to be the largest in Italy. We continue through Tuscany, arriving in Vinci where we'll 'Dive Into Culture' at Museo Leonardiano and gain a deeper understanding of the life of this talented master. Admire Leonardo da Vinci's machines and models, his sketches and handwritten notes, as well as interactive exhibits during your visit. Tonight 'Connect With Locals' at the Agriturismo Borgo Vigna Vecchia where you'll enjoy an exclusive 'Be My Guest' dinner surrounded by vineyards and olive groves.
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Day 6
Siena and San Gimignano Excursion
Saunter through the beautifully preserved medieval city of Siena to see the 13th-century marble Cathedral and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo which hosts the biannual Palio horse race. We venture to the walled medieval town of San Gimignano, renowned for its towers. Enjoy some free time strolling through its narrow lanes and shopping for locally-produced delicacies and hand-painted Tuscan pottery - the alluring aromas of pecorino and cured meats can be found around every turn.
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Day 7
Tuscan Lifestyle Experience
Feast your eyes on the vibrant colours and busy stalls heaving with fresh produce at a local food market where you will join a 'Local Specialist' professional chef for a tasty introduction to Tuscan cuisine. Learn how to cook like only an Italian mamma can, selecting your fresh produce from the market and preparing lunch which you will enjoy with a delicious glass of local wine. The tastes of Tuscany still lingering after an unforgettable lunch, we return to our hotel in the Tuscan hills for the night.
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Day 8
Montecatini – Rome – Vatican Experience
Departing Tuscany, we travel south to Rome. This evening, we 'Dive Into Culture' and enjoy a Farewell Dinner amidst the stunning Roman and Ancient Greek artistry showcased in Museo Gregoriano Profano. We'll have access to the museum before dinner and join a 'Local Specialist' later for a guided evening tour of the Vatican Museums, including a visit to Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded.
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Day 9
Depart Rome
Today we bid a fond farewell to newfound friends and an epic At Leisure experience, departing Rome today. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Price Includes
Dining Highlights
- 8 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 4 dinners (including Be My Guest)
First class travel Highlights
- Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Daily breakfast and up to half your evening meals
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Optional Experiences and free time
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Handcrafted Highlights
- VIP entry to many sights
Sightseeing Highlights
- VIP ADMISSION to the Vatican Museums
- VISIT St. Peter's Basilica, the Tuscan city of Siena, San Gimignano, the Leonardiano Museum in Vinci and the Sistine Chapel
- VIEW the ancient sites of Rome including the Colosseum, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence and the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Dates & Prices
Airfare is not included, but can be added to quote upon request-
Definite Departure
- Special Rate Solo Rooming
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Fri, Apr 24, 2020
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Sat, May 2, 2020
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Fri, May 1, 2020
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Sat, May 9, 2020
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Fri, May 8, 2020
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Fri, May 15, 2020
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Fri, May 29, 2020
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Sat, Jun 6, 2020
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Fri, Jun 5, 2020
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Fri, Jun 12, 2020
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Fri, Jun 19, 2020
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Sat, Jun 27, 2020
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Fri, Jun 26, 2020
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Sat, Jul 4, 2020
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Fri, Jul 3, 2020
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Sat, Jul 11, 2020
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Fri, Jul 10, 2020
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Fri, Jul 17, 2020
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Sat, Jul 25, 2020
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Fri, Jul 24, 2020
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Sat, Aug 1, 2020
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Fri, Jul 31, 2020
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Sat, Aug 8, 2020
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Fri, Aug 7, 2020
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Fri, Aug 14, 2020
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Fri, Aug 28, 2020
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Sat, Sep 5, 2020
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Fri, Sep 4, 2020
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Sat, Sep 12, 2020
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Fri, Sep 11, 2020
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Sat, Sep 19, 2020
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Fri, Sep 18, 2020
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Fri, Sep 25, 2020
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Sat, Oct 3, 2020
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Fri, Oct 2, 2020
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Sat, Oct 10, 2020
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Fri, Oct 9, 2020
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Optional Add-Ons
Optional Experiences are subject to change. Your Travel Director will supply you with a final list of Optional Experiences available on your trip. Optional Experiences cannot be booked online; they can be purchased during your trip through your Travel Director.
Montecatini
Lunch Or Dinner Wine And Music In The Tuscan Hills
Take a scenic drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to a delightful regional restaurant set among the pines and cypress trees. Here a feast of gastronomic specialities awaits, accompanied by song and music.
Adult Price: €64
The Cinque Terre and Porto Venere
We’ll visit the Bay of Poets and the beautiful Porto Venere, where we can admire the UNESCO protected Cinque Terre. Still to this day, the villages retain their charm and reputation for producing some of Italy's most exclusive wines.
Adult Price: €60
Florence
Michelangelo's 'David' & Accademia
Enjoy an insight into the world of Michelangelo and his masterpiece, David. We visit the Academy of Fine Arts and its Michelangelo collection, where you’ll learn all about the life and works of this immortal Renaissance genius through the expert commentary of our Local Specialist. This optional involves reservations and entrance prepayments. If you decide to cancel this optional, a 50% cancellation fee will be incurred.
Adult Price: €47
Montecatini
The Walled City Of Lucca
Join us as we explore the beautiful city of Lucca, birthplace of the composer Giacomo Puccini. You’ll explore with a Local Specialist as the monumental architecture transports you back to thirteenth century Tuscany.
Adult Price: €37
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