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- Day 1 ARRIVE IN VENICE ISLAND, ITALY Welcome to Venice! At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and traveling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
- Day 2 VENICE ISLAND Italian Beauties Embark on a private boat ride before meeting your Local Guide for a fascinating sightseeing walk. See St. Mark's Square, with its landmark columns and Basilica, and visit the ornate Doge's Palace with the Bridge of Sighs. Visit a favorite vetreria (glass factory), meet a local glassblower and learn how the world-famous Murano glass is created. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening to meander along the canals and through the traditional Venetian calli and campi (alleyways and squares). (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTPIAZZA PERFECTION Locals simply call Piazza San Marco "la piazza." As paired with the smaller Piazzetta, it forms the social, religious, and political hub of Venice, which Napoleon called "the drawing room of Europe." St. Mark's Basilica dominates the square, offering visitors a spectacular view of the great arches, marble embellishments, and the Romanesque carvings of its façade. Also gracing the square is Doge's Palace - a masterpiece of Venetian Gothic architecture. The enclosed Bridge of Sighs, connecting the palace with the prison, is named for the prisoners' sighs at seeing their last view of the Rio di Palazzo on their walk to the prison rooms.
- Day 3 VENICE ISLAND-PISA-FLORENCE The Tilted Tower Back to mainland Italy for a scenic drive across the Apennine Mountains. Enjoy a stop in Pisa to visit the Square of Miracles, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and location of one of the most recognizable monuments in the world - the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Later, arrive in Florence, one of Tuscany's most beautiful cities, and enjoy an evening at leisure. (B) 240 mi/ 420 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ART & ARCHITECTURE See architecture gone askew from the viewpoint of the Piazza dei Miracoli in Pisa. Take the ultimate selfie in front of the Leaning Tower with a tilt of the head or other popular poses to commemorate your visit to the site of medieval art in this beautiful piazza.
- Day 4 FLORENCE-ASSISI Fine Art in Firenze Florence is one of Italy's most celebrated cities. Meet your Local Guide for a visit of the Academy of Fine Arts, to see Michelangelo's David statue, followed by a walk through the historic center, stopping to admire and learn more about the cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, the massive bronze doors of the Baptistry's "Gates of Paradise," and the sculptures of Signoria Square. Enjoy some free time before departing for Assisi. (B,D) 112 mi/ 180 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT SCULPTED FEATURES Those lucky enough to visit the Tuscan capital are witness to some of the world's most magnificent art. Home to a wealth of Renaissance masterpieces, Florence is famous for Michelangelo's Marble Masterpiece, David, standing ready for battle in the Academy of Fine Arts. Outside, the Piazza del Duomo and Signoria Square offer spectacular sights of Florentine Gothic and Renaissance art, architecture, and monuments.
- Day 5 ASSISI-ROME The Patron Saint of Italy The stunning hilltop town of Assisi is an important center for both religion and art and is the birthplace of St. Francis. This morning, meet your Local Guide for a walking tour in the medieval center and a visit to the magnificent Basilica of St. Francis. Depart for Rome and enjoy an evening at leisure to start exploring Italy's incredible capital city. (B)112 mi/ 180 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Walk in the footsteps of St. Francis of Assisi with a visit to the Basilica named after the deacon, friar, and mystic, who became one of the most venerated religious figures in Christianity. Revered for his love of the Eucharist and the Earth, Francis found communion with God through nature here in this Italian village where he lived and died. Marvel at the magnificent frescoes by Italian master Giotto that adorn the Basilica where the saint is buried.
- Day 6 ROME Roman Holiday Discover the timeless beauty of with a guided sightseeing tour of the Eternal City. Be transported back to Ancient when you stand in the Colosseum and hear stories of Gladiators and Emperors. Enter the Vatican City State for a visit of the extensive Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Square, and see the spectacular St. Peter's Basilica. Free time late afternoon and evening to take in more sights and experiences. * (B)* For operational reasons, schedule changes for the program cannot be excluded.TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Stand in awe and wonder amid one of mankind's greatest artistic achievements in the Sistine Chapel. Hear how in 1508, a young Michelangelo was commissioned by Pope Julius II to decorate the chapel's ceiling - a request not welcomed by the 33-year-old sculptor. Michelangelo's 4-year project was indeed one of physical pain and psychological distress, while painting from scaffolds high above the sanctuary floor. Nevertheless, he created what is considered the most famous ceiling in the world, depicting the Creation of Adam in striking fresco style.
- Day 7 ROME-POMPEII Time Stands Still in Pompeii Together with a Local Guide, visit the incredible excavations of Pompeii. As you walk along the ancient streets, hear about day-to-day life under the Roman Empire and discover what happened when Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Later, enjoy some free time in the afternoon and evening to discover a more modern side to Pompeii. (B) 155 mi/ 250 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHTLEGENDS & LORE The fascinating archaeological site of Pompeii is a treasured glimpse into Roman life near the Bay of Naples. This once thriving and sophisticated Roman city was consumed by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., with its residents and structures buried beneath inescapable ash and stone. See the preserved site of excavated ruins that reveal remarkable frescoes, artwork, and artifacts within its streets and dwellings of the people who perished here.
- Day 8 POMPEII: EXCURSION TO SORRENTO Amore, Sorrento Take a scenic drive around the Bay of Naples to Sorrento. Enjoy ample free time to discover what makes the clifftop town of Sorrento so special. After a brief orientation to get acquainted with the town, spend time browsing the artisan stores, trying local specialties, or just relaxing and watching the world go by. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to explore a little further afield. This evening, join your travel companions for a delicious farewell dinner at your hotel. (B,D)38 mi / 60 kmTOUR HIGHLIGHT CULTURAL GEMS Just as the sirens of Greek mythology lured sailors to the rocky shores of Sorrento, we are drawn to its alluring panoramas, sun-washed beaches, bistros, and boutiques. Take a seat in a sidewalk cafe to peruse the picturesque panoramas on the Bay of Naples.
- Day 9 POMPEII Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (The nearest airport is Naples) (B)
Name: Bella Italia Escape
Brand: Globus
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Venice
End City: Naples
Notes: This tour requires walking on uneven terrain, especially at archaeological sites, which may pose a challenge to guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded.
Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
