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DAY 1. ROME/ ASSISI/ SIENA/ FLORENCE
Departure at 07.15 from the hotel Diana by a deluxe coach we’ll arrive to ASSISI. Arrival and free time at disposal to visit this tiny town, surrounded by ancient Middle Ages walls. We suggest the visit of the Basilica of St. Francesco with its masterpieces of Giotto and Cimabue. Lunch break (not included). By the motorway we’ll arrive to SIENA. This medieval town surrounded by ancient walls and known for the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, the town square, famous for hosting the Palio horse race. Then we’ll reach our destination: FLORENCE. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 2. FLORENCE
Breakfast. Visit of this beautiful city where the italian genius for art reached its pinnacle. City of Etruscan- Roman origins, it flourished in the Middle Ages as a free commune. Furtherly refined by Renaissance, Florence is known as the “craddle of Renaissance” (la culla del Rinascimento) for its monuments, churches and buildings.The best-known site and crowning architectural jewel of Florence is the domed cathedral of the city, Santa Maria del Fiore known as The Duomo that we will visit. The magnificent dome was built by Filippo Brunelleschi. We will then proceed to the nearby Campanile tower (partly designed by Giotto) and the Baptistery with the golden bronze doors (they were so beautiful that they were called the “Gates of Paradise” by Michelangelo himself. In the heart of the city there is Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo della Signoria (also known as Palazzo Vecchio), gothic building, and the Santa Croce Basilica. Afternoon at leisure, possibility to visit Pisa (optional). The power of Pisa as a mighty maritime nation began to grow on and reached its apex in the 11th century when it acquired traditional fame as one of the four main historical Marine Republics of Italy. Then we will admire the Square of Miracles where we find the Duomo, the Leaning Tower and the Baptistery. Return to FLORENCE. Dinner and overnightDay.
DAY 3. FLORENCE/ BOLOGNA/ PADOVA/ VENICE
Breakfast. In the morning departure to BOLOGNA. The cityscape is further enriched by elegant and extensive arcades (or porticos), which the city is famous for. In total, there are about 38 kilometres of arcades in the city historical center for its 40 km of high system of fortifications and defensive towers. From the via dell’Indipendenza, we will proceed to Piazza del Nettuno and Piazza Maggiore in the heart of the city. The central streets of Bologna today are largely pedestrianized. Here we’ll be fascinated by the Piazza del Nettuno, King Renzo’s Palace, the Podestà Palace and the Basilica of San Petronio, one of the biggest in the world (during its construction it was intended to be bigger than St. Peter's in Rome. In the afternoon we will continue towards PADOVA, with its original Sant’ Antonio Basilica. In the evening, arrival in VENICE, world-famous for its gondola (classic venetian boat) and for its elegant and refined art. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 4. VENICE
Breakfast. Transfer by vaporetto to St Mark Square. We will visit: St Mark Square and the Doge’s Palace (external), symbol of the glory and the authority of Venice, residence of the Dukes and seat of the Government and the Court of Justice. It can be reached crossing the Bridge of Sighs where Casanova had been sentenced to 5 years imprisonment. At the end of the tour, the group will stop in one of the famous Murano glasses factory. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 5. VENICE/ MONTEPULCIANO (TUSCANY)/ ROME
Breakfast and departure by motor coach from Piazzale Roma to the famous area of Tuscany interesting for its romanic churches as Pievi and its castles, area where the production of the most famous wines takes place. After a short panoramic of the Chianti Region we will reach Valle D’Orcia and stop in MONTEPULCIANO, precious medieval town rich of history and art, known for its “nobile” wine that can be bought in the winehouses of the town. For wine and jazz lovers, in July there is the Jazz and Wine festival. Tasting of local wine, free time at disposal. In the evening arrival in ROME and Overnight.
DAY 06. ROME
Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure from the Hotel at 08:00 am aproximately to visit by foot this famous city and its artistic beauties among which: St. Peter’s Square, Navona Square, Pantheon (visit inside), Trevi Fountain and Spanish Steps. Afternoon at leisure and overnight.
Day 07. ROME
Breakfast at the Hotel. Day at leisure ( possibility to book regular excursion in Rome) and overnight at the Hotel.
DAY 08. ROME/ NAPLES/ POMPEII/ SORRENTO
Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure from the Hotel at 07:00 am aproximately. After leaving Rome, the coach will take the " Sun Route " motorway, driving through the regions of Lazio and Campania, with a view of the Abbey of Montecassino. Upon arrival in NAPLES there will be a short panoramic city tour : Mergellina, Castel dell'Ovo Plebiscito Square, the Royal Palace, the Maschio Angioino and the port. Lunch in a restaurant on our way to POMPEII and then visit of the excavations of the famous Roman city, destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Leaving Pompeii and driving along the Sorrentine coast, arrival in SORRENTO. Dinner and overnight in Hotel.
DAY 09. SORRENTO/ CAPRI/ SORRENTO
After breakfast we board the boat for the Island of CAPRI, if weather and sea conditions permitting, we will visit the Blue Grotta ( if weather conditions permitting) in small rowing boats. Lunch in a restaurant and free time for personal activities. Return to SORRENTO. Dinner and Overnight in the Hotel.
DAY 10. SORRENTO/ PALERMO - OVERNIGHT ON BOAT
Breakfast at the Hotel and morning at leisure. In the afternoon departure towards NAPLES harbour to take the Ferry Boat to PALERMO. Overnight on boat (no dinner no breakfast).
DAY 11. PALERMO
Arrival in PALERMO transfer and day at leisure. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 12. PALERMO
Breakfast. In the morning visit of MONREALE, ancient royal town. Return to PALERMO. Here we will visit the Cathedral and other main interesting places of the city. Free afternoon. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 13. PALERMO/ERICE/MAZZARA DEL VALLE/ MARSALA/ AGRIGENTO
Breakfast. Departure as far as ERICE, situated on 700 mt above sea level and remained unchanged thanks to its retaining wall erected in the VI century b.c. We will then visit MAZZARA DEL VALLE, fishing port of Italy overlooks the Strait of Sicily.We will proceed to MARSALA, next to Africa. Free time at disposal to visit this seaside resort known for its wines growth. Next, we’ll go on to AGRIMENTO. The visit will continue with the Valley of the Temples (admission tickets included) with the Temple of Juno, the Temple of Concorde, the Temple of Hercules and Temple of Jupiter, one of the largest of all doric style buildings. (If the weather doesn’t permit, we will enjoy a visit of the Valley of Temples on the 8 day in the morning). Dinner and overnight stay.
DAY 14. AGRIGENTO/MODICA/SIRACUSA/ TAORMINA (GIARDINI NAXOS)
Breakfast. After leaving AGRIGENTO, we will cross MODICA, where its faded tonality, its baroque buildings and its chocolate will astonish you. Then you will visit one of the most beutiful baroque church in the island: the Church of St George. Will continue towards SIRACUSA, crossing the Island of Ortigia, rich in Baroque and medieval palaces and churches. Siracusa's Duomo is one of the town's most celebrated sights. In the hearts of Syracusans, the Fonte Aretusa occupies an important position. We can be fascinated also by the Greek Amphiteathre, the Dionisio Ear and the Roman Theater (admission tickets included). In the afternoon arrival at TAORMINA. Dinner and overstay.
DAY 15. TAORMINA (GIARDINI NAXOS)
Breakfast. Excursion to the MOUNT ETNA, an active volcano and it is the largest active volcano in Europe. It is the highest mountain in Italy. (Weather permitting) we’ll climb the summit area up to 1800 m. Return to TAORMINA, crossing the town located on a impressive embankment of the Monte Tauro. Dinner and overstay.
DAY 16. TAORMINA (GIARDINI NAXOS)
Breakfast. End of services.
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DEPARTURE and RATES from APRIL to OCTOBER 2010,
ITALY and SICILY FANTASIA TOUR, 16 days
| MONTH | DEPARTURE DAYS |
|---|---|
| APRIL | 05 -- 19 |
| MAY | 03 -- 17 -- 31 |
| JUNE | 14 |
| JULY | 05 -- 19 -- 26 |
| AUGUST | 09 -- 23 |
| SEPTEMBER | 06 -- 20 -- 27 |
| OCTOBER | 11 |
RATE per PERSON in "EUROS"
| Type of room | First class hotel, 4* | Superior tourist class, 3* |
| In double | 2 434,00 € | 2 165,00 € |
| In triple | 2 379,00 € | 2 102,00 € |
| In single | 3 212,50 € | 2 880,00 € |
HOTELS of FANTASIA ITALY and SICILIA TOUR of 16 DAYS
| First class hotels, 4* | Superior tourist class hotels, 3* |
| HOTEL DIANA
Via Principe Amedeo, 4 ROME - Phone 06 482 75 41 HOTEL BEVERLY HILLS Largo Benedetto Marcello, 220 ROME - Phone 06 854 21 41 HOTEL OXFORD Via Boncompagni, 89 ROME - Phone 06 420 36 01 |
HOTEL CORONA
Via Napoli ROME - Phone 06 488 00 80 HOTEL MERCURE CORSO TRIESTE Via Rapisca, 29 ROME - Phone 06 85 20 21 HOTEL SANTA COSTANZA Via XXI Aprile, 4 ROME - Phone 06 860 06 02 |
| HOTEL MEDITERRANEO
Lung. del Tempio FLORENCE - Phone 055 66 02 41 |
HOTEL MEDITERRANEO
Lung. del Tempio FLORENCE - Phone 055 66 02 41 |
| HOTEL CARLTON GRAN CANAL
Via Santa Croce, 578 VENICE - Phone 041 275 22 00 |
HOTEL DELFINO
Corso del Popolo 211 VENICE-Mestre - Phone 041 549 67 11 |
| HOTEL MICHELANGELO
Corso Italia, 275 SORRENTO - Phone. 081 878 48 44 |
HOTEL MICHELANGELO
Corso Italia, 275 SORRENTO - Phone. 081 878 48 44 |
| HOTEL MERCURE
Via Mariano Stabile, 111 PALERMO - Tel. 091 32 49 11 |
HOTEL MERCURE
Via Mariano Stabile, 111 PALERMO - Phone 091 32 49 11 |
| GRAND HOTEL DEI TEMPLI
Contrada Angeli - Villagio Mosé AGRIMENTO - Phone 0922 60 61 44 |
GRAND HOTEL DEI TEMPLI
Contrada Angeli - Villagio Mosé AGRIMENTO - Phone 0922 60 61 44 |
| HOTEL ANTARES
Poggio Mastropieto - Letojanni Zona Taormina - Phone 0942 64 11 11 |
HOTEL ANTARES
Poggio Mastropieto - Letojanni Zona Taormina - Phone 0942 64 11 11 |
| HOTEL ARISTON
Bagnoli Croci, 168 - Giardine N TAORMINA - Phone 0942 61 90 |
HOTEL ARISTON
Bagnoli Croci, 168 - Giardine N TAORMINA - Phone 0942 61 90 |
SERVICES
| Services included | Services not included |
| De luxe motorcoach
Multilingual tour-escort, English speaking Accommodation in 4 stars or 3 stars hotels and according to clients' choice Meals mentionned in the itinerary Local visits mentionned in the itinerary with local guides Porterage in Florence and Venice hotels only and per 1 suitcase per person |
All kind of tips
Personal extra expences Drinks Entrance fees to museums, monuments or others Everything that is not mentionned in «Services included» |
BOOKING, PAYMENT and CANCELLATION CONDITIONS
| Booking and payment | Cancellation Conditions |
| Booking or reservation will be confirmed
only if pre-payment is received at the date requested Pre-payment must be received at least 30 days before the beguining of the tour |
More than 30 days before the beguining
of the tour: 40 € in total Between 30 and 21 days: 25 % of the total Between 20 and 8 days: 50 % of the total Between 7 and 2 days: 75 % of the total Less than 2 days: 90 % of the total No show: 100 % of the total |
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