Simply Italy (8 Days starting from $1,350)

Simply Italy

An 8-Day tour starting from $1,350

Length:	8 Days
Type:	Winter 2009
Category:	Regional
Operator:	Trafalgar
Tour Code:	WISI

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About This Tour

What's Included
Itinerary
Dates & Prices
Sightseeing
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Sightseeing Highlights

Rome: Guided visit of the Sistine Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican and the Colosseum.
Siena: Visit this medieval Tuscan city.
Florence: Sightseeing tour with special audio system includes Signoria Square, Santa Croce Basilica, the Baptistery and views from Piazzale Michelangelo.
Venice: Canal cruise by private launch. View St. Mark''s Square, Doge''s Palace and the Bridge of Sighs.
Scenic drives: Through the Chianti vineyards of Tuscany, across the fertile Po Valley and over the Apennine Mountains.

Dining Highlights

1 Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Rome
6 hot buffet breakfasts on tour
2 three-course dinners
Farewell Dinner with wine in Rome

First Class Travel Highlights

First Class hotel accommodation includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and a washroom onboard.
Rome Fiumicino Airport transfers are provided on Days 1 and 7.
Professional, multi-lingual Tour Director on tour.
Specialised local guides in Rome and Florence.
A stylish wallet, tour documents and map book journal.

Airport Transfers
Group transfers on arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30 and 15.30. Return transfers from the last hotel will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 07.00 and 09.30

London Gateway: Trafalgar passengers purchasing either “Land Only” or “Land and Air” will receive Hotelink transfers during published hours of operation. This is providing that:
Passengers are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar on the night of their arrival and the night before their departure.
Passengers or their Travel Agents supply Trafalgar with accurate flight information not less than 21 days prior to departure.
European Gateways: Trafalgar passengers purchasing “Land Only” will receive coach transfers at the times published in the brochure at NO extra charge. However, if these “Land Only” passengers arrive outside the brochure advertised coach transfer times they must make their own arrangements at their own expense.
Passengers purchasing “Land and Air” from Trafalgar will receive coach transfers at times published in the brochure or, if they arrive outside of these set times, then a separate transfer will be booked for them. These transfers will be available only on the days of arrival and departure of the tour.
Passengers purchasing pre and post tour accommodation must arrange their own transfers regardless of whether or not they have bought “Air” from Trafalgar.

Day 1 - Depart USA Overnight flight to Rome.

Day 2 - Arrive Rome (2 nights) Trafalgar greets you at the airport and transfers you to your hotel for our two night stay. The rest of the day is free to relax or explore on your own. This evening we enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow travellers. Afterwards, maybe enjoy an evening illuminations tour of the city or join the evening throng in cosmopolitan Piazza Navona with its centrepiece of Bernini’s magnificent fountain.

Hotel: Nova Domus

Day 3 - Rome sightseeing and at leisure Our morning sightseeing tour of the Eternal City with a local guide includes Michelangelo’s magnificent depiction of the Creation on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, as well as St Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. Our visit of the Basilica – built at the spot where St. Peter is said to have died – will include Michelangelo’s moving statue of the ‘Pietà’, as well as the colonnades around St. Peter’s Square guarded by the gaily
attired Swiss Guards.

Then we cross the River Tiber to reach Ancient Rome but first pause in Piazza Venezia where we may take pictures of the ‘Wedding Cake’ or monument to Victor Emmanuel, the first King of a unified Italy. We will also see the 15th century Palazzo Venezia as well as the Campidoglio. We continue along the Via Sacra to the Roman Forum and we visit the breathtaking Colosseum, the most famous monument of Ancient Rome. Originally known as Flavian’s Amphitheatre, it was started by the Emperor Vespasian between 70 and 76 AD – and today is still standing!

Finally we see the Roman’s favourite chariot racing stadium – the Circus Maximus overlooked by the Palatine Hill. Later maybe visit the Catacombs and Pantheon or relax, sip a cappucino and watch the world go by in a sidewalk café on the famous Via Veneto. This evening, why not try one of the many trattorias for dinner, and don’t forget to throw a coin in the famous Trevi Fountain to ensure your speedy return. (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo (2 nights)

Day 4 - Rome - Siena - Florence (2 nights) We drive through the Lazio region into peaceful Umbria and then into the Chianti vineyards of Tuscany where we continue to Siena, famous for its Palio horse race around the Piazza del Campo. Set on three hills, Siena is reputedly the best preserved walled city in the Tuscan region, with its pedestrianised medieval centre. There’s time to enjoy a drink on the main square or maybe visit the stunning marble Cathedral, which was begun in the 12th century in the Romanesque style but was transformed in the 13th century into one of the finest examples of the Italian Gothic. Later we continue to Renaissance Florence for two nights. Tonight , why not dine in one of the many picturesque restaurants set in the rolling Chianti hills? (Buffet Breakfast)

Hotel: Grand Hotel Mediterraneo

Day 5 - Florence sightseeing and at leisure Our sightseeing tour of this beautiful city on foot includes the Cathedral, the Baptistery with its magnificent bronze doors, the Signoria Square with its Renaissance sculptures and the fine marble architecture of the Santa Croce Basilica, which we visit to see the resting place of Michelangelo and many other great artists, scientists and politicians. There''s time to shop for fine leather goods and 18-carat gold designer jewellery before perhaps taking an excursion to Pisa – famous for its amazing Leaning Tower. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Day 6 - Florence – Venice (Lido) Today it''s a short drive to magical Venice where we enjoy a canal cruise by private motor launch to St. Mark''s Square, viewing the Bridge of Sighs, the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Later we visit a traditional glass-blowing factory and our Tour Director shows us a Hidden Treasure of this unique city! Perhaps discover the Island of Burano – one of the many islands in the lagoon – and enjoy a delicious seafood lunch with fish freshly caught in the lagoon. This evening, before dinner at our hotel, a romantic gondola serenade as you glide through the narrow canals of this Byzantine masterpiece, would be hard to resist! (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Le Boulevard

Day 7 - Venice (Lido) - Rome Our morning drive takes us across the fertile Po Valley to Bologna, where we join the Autostrada del Sole for the beautiful journey over the Apennine Mountains. We drive back through the unique Tuscan landscape, the shady hills of Umbria and return to the region of Rome, Lazio. Later this evening we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with wine in a local restaurant. (BuffetBreakfast / Farwell Dinner)

Hotel: Cristoforo Colombo

Day 8 Rome – USA Today, it''s ''Arrivederci Roma'' as your Tour Director transfers you to the airport for your return flight to the USA. (Buffet Breakfast)

Christmas & New Year''s Eve Highlights Tour departures 19 & 24 Dec will be accommodated in Rome over Christmas and tour departures 21 Dec will be accommodated in Florence. Tour departures 26 Dec will be accommodated in Venice on New Year''s Eve giving you the opportunity to celebrate in true Venetian style.

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Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
11/1/2008 - 11/8/2008	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/6/2008 - 11/13/2008	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/7/2008 - 11/14/2008	$1,360	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/8/2008 - 11/15/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/13/2008 - 11/20/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/14/2008 - 11/21/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/15/2008 - 11/22/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/20/2008 - 11/27/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/21/2008 - 11/28/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/22/2008 - 11/29/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/28/2008 - 12/5/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
11/29/2008 - 12/6/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/5/2008 - 12/12/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/6/2008 - 12/13/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/12/2008 - 12/19/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/13/2008 - 12/20/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/19/2008 - 12/26/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/21/2008 - 12/28/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/24/2008 - 12/31/2008	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
12/26/2008 - 1/2/2009	$1,399	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/2/2009 - 1/9/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/9/2009 - 1/16/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/16/2009 - 1/23/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/23/2009 - 1/30/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/30/2009 - 2/6/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
1/31/2009 - 2/7/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/6/2009 - 2/13/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/7/2009 - 2/14/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/13/2009 - 2/20/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/14/2009 - 2/21/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/20/2009 - 2/27/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/21/2009 - 2/28/2009	$1,350	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/27/2009 - 3/6/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
2/28/2009 - 3/7/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/6/2009 - 3/13/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/7/2009 - 3/14/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/9/2009 - 3/16/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/11/2009 - 3/18/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/13/2009 - 3/20/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/14/2009 - 3/21/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/16/2009 - 3/23/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/18/2009 - 3/25/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/20/2009 - 3/27/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/21/2009 - 3/28/2009	$1,375	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/23/2009 - 3/30/2009	$1,399	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/25/2009 - 4/1/2009	$1,399	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/27/2009 - 4/3/2009	$1,399	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
3/28/2009 - 4/4/2009	$1,435	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/3/2009 - 4/10/2009	$1,475	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/4/2009 - 4/11/2009	$1,475	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us

Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included. * This list indicates brochure rates and dates. For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.** For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent. The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

Rome
Siena
Florence
Venice

Taxes, security fees and fuel surcharges are not included.
* This list indicates brochure rates and dates.
** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons.
For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent.
The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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