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- Day 1 Journey to the Italian Lakes Stylish Baveno is your launchpad to the Italian Lakes where you'll spend the first night of our leisurely jaunt through Italy. After arriving in Lake Maggiore, unwind and soak up the peaceful atmosphere. Admire the mesmerizing reflection of the surrounding peaks in the deep blue waters which make this one of Italy's most soul-stirring settings. Enjoy a leisurely stroll past exquisite lakeside villas and gardens before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner. Locations Visited: Italian Lakes IT.
- Day 2 Discover Fashionable Milan and Como The runways of Milan take center stage today as you explore Italy’s fashion capital. Join a Local Specialist to see both the iconic and lesser-known highlights of this city, from the Gothic Duomo with its thousands of sculptures to La Scala Opera House and the glass-domed Galleria. Later, head to Como, where you can stroll along the lake, browse the streets and shops, or join an Optional Experience to hear the stories behind Villa Olmo before time along the waterfront. Locations Visited: Lake Maggiore IT, Milan IT, Como IT, Lake Maggiore IT.
- Day 3 Venture to Verona and Venice The tragic story of Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers is revealed during our visit to romantic Verona, today. View the remarkably preserved Roman Arena, a venue of entertainment for nearly 2,000 years, once the stage for gladiator battles and now host to modern-day open-air concerts. Indulge in a leisurely cappuccino stop in the city's beautiful Piazza Bra, admiring the imposing bronze statue of King Victor Emanuel II. Or shop up a storm on trendy Via Mazzini before continuing to Venice, where you'll spend the next two nights. Locations Visited: Italian Lakes IT, Verona IT, Venice IT.
- Day 4 Explore the Floating City Glide through the canals of Venice by private launch visiting some of the jewels in the crown of the 'Queen of the Adriatic'. On your unforgettable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, you’ll witness the centuries-old Venetian tradition of glassblowing. Watch as the master craftsmen shape the molten glass into the exquisite works of art for which Venice is justifiably famous, then it's on to St. Mark's Square to admire the profound beauty of the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. See the Bridge of Sighs, so named because of the sound prisoners would make when taking one last longing look at their beloved city before being imprisoned. Later, you’ll have the rest of the day to indulge your inner explorer and discover the many treasures of Venice your way, or consider an optional experience to the island of Burano, renowned for its colorful fishermen houses. Locations Visited: Venice IT.
- Day 5 Onwards to Florence From Venice, cross the Apennine Mountains to Florence, the 'Cradle of the Renaissance'. Consider joining your Travel Director for a traditional Florentine dinner in the heart of the Chianti Hills. Locations Visited: Venice IT, Florence IT.
- Day 6 Ponte Vecchio and More in Florence This morning, join a Local Specialist on a leisurely walking tour to delve into the culture and history of Florence. You'll visit the Piazza del Duomo to view the multi-colored marble Cattedrale di Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza della Signoria with its exquisite art and palazzi, and see the Ponte Vecchio bridge that has straddled the Arno River for almost 700 years. Admire spectacular views of the city from Piazzale Michelangelo. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. This afternoon, consider an optional experience to visit hilltop San Gimignano. Join your fellow travelers this evening for a Be My Guest experience set against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves. Locations Visited: Florence IT.
- Day 7 Off to the Sunny Amalfi Coast Journey south through the Arno Valley, passing the Bay of Naples bound for Maiori on the Amalfi Coast, where you'll spend the next three nights. This evening, dine with your fellow travelers. Locations Visited: Florence IT, Amalfi Coast IT.
- Day 8 Uncover the Treasures of Amalfi This morning, travel to Amalfi, perched perfectly on this dramatic stretch of coastline. See the 10th-century Sant'Andrea cathedral with its beautifully striped Byzantine facade in the heart of the town and soak up the laid-back atmosphere. Continue your exploration of the Amalfi Coast by joining an Optional Experience to beautiful Positano. Locations Visited: Amalfi Coast IT.
- Day 9 Amalfi Coast Your Way Relax at your hotel on the Amalfi Coast or wander past fragrant lemon terraces. You have a full free day to indulge in your heart’s desires – consider a fresh seafood lunch, from sea to table, or take a dip in the welcoming, warm Mediterranean waters. Locations Visited: Amalfi Coast IT.
- Day 10 The Ruins of Pompeii and on to Rome Embark on a walking tour with a Local Specialist and discover the lost city of Pompeii, which was buried under volcanic ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted. Continue to the 'Eternal City' of Rome, enjoying views of the 6th-century Benedictine Abbey in Cassino en route. Spend the evening exploring the extraordinary heritage of Rome, which spans millennia, or consider an optional experience to see the exquisite art and architecture of this one-time capital of the world. Locations Visited: Amalfi Coast IT, Pompeii IT, Rome IT.
- Day 11 Experience Ancient Rome and the Vatican City Spend the morning in Vatican City with a Local Specialist, visiting St. Peter’s Basilica to view Michelangelo’s renowned Pietà. Then cross the Tiber into Ancient Rome for a visit to the Colosseum, the iconic arena once filled with crowds and contests. This afternoon, enjoy time to explore Rome at your own pace or choose to wander the ancient ruins of Palatine Hill. Please note: On some departures, access to St. Peter’s Basilica may be restricted due to the Papal Audience. You’ll still have time to take in the atmosphere of St. Peter’s Square during your visit to Vatican City. Locations Visited: Rome IT, Vatican City VA, Rome IT.
- Day 12 Rome Your Way Indulge in a full free day to explore the passionate embrace of the city and its zesty locals. Ease into la dolce vita, or consider an Optional Experience to Tivoli, where you can visit Villa d'Este with its magnificent Renaissance gardens and exquisite fountains. This evening, enjoy dinner with newfound friends and your Travel Director before bidding arrivederci to Rome. Locations Visited: Rome IT.
- Day 13 Arrivederci Italy Your unforgettable encounter with Italy comes to an end today. Locations Visited: Rome IT.
Name: Italian Glory
Brand: Trafalgar
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Como
End City: Rome
Location Summary: Italian Lakes, IT
Lake Maggiore, IT
Milan, IT
Como, IT
Verona, IT
Venice, IT
Florence, IT
Amalfi Coast, IT
Pompeii, IT
Rome, IT
Vatican City, VA
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Highlights
- Dining Summary - 5 Dinner (D). 12 Breakfast (B).
- Must-see Highlights - Explore Milan, Florence, Pompeii and Rome . Discover Como, Verona, Venice and the Amalfi Coast. Visit a glassblowing factory in Venice, Amalfi Town, the Colosseum and St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. View the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, Lake Como, the Roman Arena in Verona, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Duomo in Florence and the ancient sites of Rome. See the Abbey at Cassino. Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice.
- Iconic Experience - Milan: Explore Italy's renowned fashion capital with your Local Specialist. See the magnificent facade of Milan Cathedral, La Scala Theater and the glass-vaulted shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, lined with luxury boutiques.. Verona: During an exploration of Verona, admire the remarkably preserved Roman Arena and the city's beautiful Piazza Bra.. Florence: Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.. Florence: See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.. Positano: Drive along the Amalfi Coast to visit this seaside town. See the pastel rainbow of colorful houses precariously stacked upon one another as if cascading from the hilltop to the water.. Pompeii: Walk with a Local Specialist through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town, frozen in time since the 1st century.. Rome: In the Vatican City visit St Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà.. Rome: Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a Local Specialist. See Circus Maximus and visit the mighty Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.. Rome: Experience Rome through the eyes of a local, as a passionate Roman guides you past the city's most iconic sites..
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® - Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities..
- Be My Guest - Florence: Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a traditional Be My Guest meal with the Landi family at their home near Florence, set within a garden of oak trees against the backdrop of Tuscan vineyards and olive groves..
