Italian Landscapes 5 days tour

from Venice to Rome

Small group tour starting from Venice and touching the main areas of Emilia Romagna, Cinque Terre, Tuscany and ending in Rome, focusing on the main sights, with plenty of inclusions and 4* hotels, giving you the opportunity to have a tasting of the areas in a good value for money

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Itinerary

Day 01: VENICE – BOLOGNA – MODENA AREA – LA SPEZIA
Departure at 8:30 a.m. from Piazzale Roma in Venice for Bologna, and time at leisure to visit the symbols of the city, like the impressive Piazza Maggiore and the Asinelli and
Garisenda Towers. Proceed to the area of Modena for a tasting of balsamic vinegar, one of the most world-renowned classic Italian products. Departure for La Spezia and check-in at the hotel. Welcome dinner in a local restaurant and overnight stay. (D)

DAY2 – LA SPEZIA – CINQUE TERRE – LA SPEZIA
Breakfast in the hotel and departure from the port of La Spezia to start the boat excursion to the Cinque Terre, one of the most unspoilt areas of Italy, a long stretch of rocky coastline filled with bays and beaches on a crystal sea, dotted with little villages, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1997. Arrival by boat at Porto Venere and Proceed to Vernazza and Monterosso, the biggest and oldest Cinque Terre village, divided into two parts: the old town, and the new town. Return to La Spezia. Dinner at leisure and overnight stay. (B)

DAY3 – LA SPEZIA – PISA – FLORENCE
Breakfast in the hotel and departure for Pisa. Visit of the city of the Leaning Tower, a totally unique work of architectural art situated in Piazza dei Miracoli. In the early
afternoon, proceed to Florence. Upon arrival, guided tour of the old town centre, passing through its symbolic spots, such as Piazza del Duomo, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio. Check-in at the hotel. Dinner at leisure and overnight stay. (B)

DAY4 – FLORENCE
Breakfast in the hotel. Day at leisure to explore Florence, also known as the birthplace of the Renaissance, one of the most famous cities in the world and an important cultural and artistic hub. Possibility of optional tours, such as the tour of the U¦zi Gallery, the Accademia Gallery Museum or a trip to plunge oneself into the fragrances and colours of the nearby Chianti district. Farewell dinner and overnight stay. (B,D)

DAY5 – FLORENCE – SAN GIMIGNANO – SIENA – ROME
Breakfast in the hotel and departure for San Gimignano. Time at disposal to visit the little medieval town, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Proceed to Siena and have a
guided tour of the town built up around Piazza del Campo, famous all over the world for its architectural beauty and unique “shell” shape. Departure for Rome and arrival
in the evening (with drop-off at Viale Washington, Viale Luigi Einaudi / Termini Area and Via Ludovisi). (B)

Note: for clients wishing to book a post-tour hotel, they will be dropped at the hotel

Highlights and Technical Information

Technical Information

Small Groups tour of maximum 18 people.
Overnight stays are in select 4* hotels well-located.
Modern buses with air conditioning for total comfort during the journeys.
“Quality” and “local cuisine” are the key words that distinguish the meals included in the itineraries.

Payment : deposit of A$500 per person within 7 days of confirmation and balance 60 days before departing from Australia

Dates, Inclusions, Cost , Supplements

2020 – Price per person in AUD$ based on 4* Hotels:

Month	departure day	Cost
April	19	A$2150
May	3; 17; 31	A$2150
June	14; 28	A$2150
July	12; 26	A$1995
August	9; 23	A$1995
September	6; 20	A$2150
October	4; 18	A$2150

What is included:

4 nights accommodation in 4* Hotels.
4 buffet breakfast, 2 dinners (drinks not included) ; 1 balsamic vinegar tasting
boat and train trip to the Cinque Terre (only by train in case of bad weather conditions)
guided tour of Florence and Siena
visit of Bologna; Pisa; and San Gimignano and Montepulciano with tour leader
English speaking tour leader
Only one bag per person allowed plus one piece of hand luggage

Not included: