A 12-Day Trafalgar Tours tour starting from $2,925
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Day 1 - Depart USA
Overnight flight to Rome.
Day 2 - Arrive Rome (3 nights)
Welcome to Rome, the capital of Italy, and the Eternal City!There''s time to relax and unwind before joining our Tour Directorand fellow travelers for a Welcome Drink when you will learn moreabout the tour ahead. Later, why not enjoy Rome by night?Hotel: Ateneo Garden Palace (3 nights)
Day 3 - Rome sightseeing and at leisure
This morning, with a local guide, we enjoy an excellent and clearcommentary on the magnificent works of Michelangelo on the ceilingof the Sistine Chapel thanks to our effective audio system. Ourguided tour continues through St. Peter''s Basilica where amongother great works we can admire Michelangelo''s moving Pieta. Fromhere we cross the Tiber to Ancient Rome, where we will overlook theForum, see the Circus Maximus where chariot racing took place, andvisit the mighty Colosseum. Then enjoy time at leisure in thegrandeur of this monumental city. Tonight, why not enjoy dinner ina typical trattoria and taste some of the Romanspecialties? (Buffet breakfast)
Day 4 - Rome at leisure
A completely free day to enjoy the delights that this wonderfulcity has to offer. Maybe take a trip outside the old city walls inorder to visit the ancient catacombs or take an excursion into thehills to the Sabine town of Tivoli with its magnificent Villad''Este and refreshing fountains. Or you may wish to visit themuseums and gardens in the Villa Borghese, or just while away thehours at a sidewalk café in one of the many piazzas of thiscaptivating city. (Buffet breakfast)
Day 5 - Rome - Monte Cassino - Amalfi Coast (3 nights)
Today we travel past the Apennine Mountains and have views of theAbbey of Monte Cassino, famous for its part in WWII. We visit thepoignant cemetery in the valley below and then return to theautostrada and drive past the sprawling city of Naples, overlookedby Mount Vesuvius, before continuing to the legendary Amalfi Coast.This evening, dinner is included at our hotel. (Buffet breakfast /Dinner) Hotel: Panorama (3 nights)
Day 6 - Amalfi Drive - Isle of Capri excursion
This morning we cross the Mediterranean Sea to the magical islandof Capri which has been a favourite resort destination since thetime of the Roman Republic. We ascend to Capri town by funicularand enjoy a walking tour of this part of the island which includesviews of the Faraglioni Rocks and Marina Piccola, plus the famousPiazzetta, home to the international jet set. Later we return toour hotel in Maiori, either cruising back by boat or driving backto Maiori on the Amalfi coast. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)
Day 7 - Amalfi town excursion
Today we take a trip to Amalfi town where our Tour Director takesus on an orientation tour featuring the medieval streets and thespectacular Romanesque church. The rest of the day is at leisure.Maybe take a trip to Ravello and visit the splendid Villa Rufolo orenjoy shopping in the tempting boutiques and spend the eveningsipping Limoncello whilst overlooking the glorious Bay ofNaples? (Buffet breakfast)
Day 8 - Amalfi Coast (Maiori) - Pompeii - Florence (2 nights)
This morning we head towards Naples and soon arrive at Pompeii -literally ''petrified'' by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79.Here we enjoy a guided walking tour with audio system of theexcavations with a local expert. Then on through the Umbrian hillsand into the Chianti vineyards to Florence. Tonight why not trysome of the Florentine specialties and local wine in one of themany trattorias? (Buffet breakfast)Hotel: Astoria Boscolo (2 nights)
Day 9 - Florence sightseeing and Wine Tasting
Today our walking tour with a local guide using our effective audiosystem, shows us the city''s main sights, from the multi-colouredDuomo to the Piazza Signoria with its amazing sculptures and we seethe Ponte Vecchio. Then, before time at leisure, our Tour Directorshares a Hidden Treasure of Florence with us and invites us to awine tasting of some of the most popular Tuscan wines. Tonight, weenjoy an authentic Tuscan dinner of local produce in a restaurantwith stunning views over the vineyards on the ChiantiHills. (Buffet breakfast / ''Be My Guest'' Dinner)
Day 10 - Florence - Ferrara - Venice (2 nights)
Today we head for some awe-inspiring scenery as we travel over theforested Apennines via Bologna to Ferrara. We stop to visit thefamily home of the notorious D''Este family before continuing to thewaterbound city of Venice, built on over 200 islands in the lagoonwhere we stay for the next two nights. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Quattro Fontane (2 nights)
Day 11 - Venice orientation and at leisure
Savour the sights and sounds of this Byzantine city on canals as weenjoy an included cruise to St. Mark''s Square seeing the island ofSt. George as well as the elegant Customs House, Doge''s Palace,Bridge of Sighs and top of the Grand Canal. We stroll across St.Mark''s Square with time to admire the Basilica and its ''campanile''to visit one of the oldest Murano glass workshops on the island.Here we will witness a demonstration of glass-blowing - by one ofthe few remaining craftsmen able to create beautiful objects out ofmolten crystal. This evening we will enjoy a Farewell Dinnertogether with our Tour Director and new-found friends. (Buffetbreakfast / Farewell dinner)
Day 12 - Venice - USA
Buon viaggio'' to your newly made friends as our Italian vacationcomes to an end. There are airport transfers available, conditionsapply. (Buffet breakfast)
Touring Date |
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Land + Air |
Single (Land Only) |
Single (Land + Air) |
9/12/2010 - 9/23/2010 |
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9/19/2010 - 9/30/2010 |
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9/26/2010 - 10/7/2010 |
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10/3/2010 - 10/14/2010 |
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4/17/2011 - 4/28/2011 |
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4/24/2011 - 5/5/2011 |
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5/1/2011 - 5/12/2011 |
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5/8/2011 - 5/19/2011 |
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5/15/2011 - 5/26/2011 |
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5/22/2011 - 6/2/2011 |
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5/29/2011 - 6/9/2011 |
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6/5/2011 - 6/16/2011 |
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6/12/2011 - 6/23/2011 |
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6/19/2011 - 6/30/2011 |
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6/26/2011 - 7/7/2011 |
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7/3/2011 - 7/14/2011 |
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7/10/2011 - 7/21/2011 |
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7/17/2011 - 7/28/2011 |
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7/24/2011 - 8/4/2011 |
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7/31/2011 - 8/11/2011 |
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8/7/2011 - 8/18/2011 |
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8/14/2011 - 8/25/2011 |
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8/21/2011 - 9/1/2011 |
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8/28/2011 - 9/8/2011 |
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9/4/2011 - 9/15/2011 |
$2,950 |
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9/11/2011 - 9/22/2011 |
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9/18/2011 - 9/29/2011 |
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9/25/2011 - 10/6/2011 |
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10/2/2011 - 10/13/2011 |
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Terms and Conditions: *Valid on new 2010 2011 Australia and New Zealand bookings only when full payment on entire booking (land or land/air) is made between 07/26/10 and 09/30/10. Save $600 per couple ($300 per person) good for air-inclusive bookings and $300 per couple ($150 per person) good for land-only bookings. Valid for tours departing 01/01/11 through 12/31/11. Offer is combinable with brochure discounts and Show Coupons, but not valid with other promotional offers. Not valid on Free & Easy or A La Carte tours. Offer may be withdrawn at any time and is subject to availability. Other conditions may apply. **Sample savings based on Trafalgar’s Early Payment Discount of 10% on Treasures of Australia and New Zealand tour departing 11/02/11 for two, when full payment is made by 11/01/10. CST#2077132-20
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The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the LAND-only portion of your tour.
The earlier you pay - the more you save!
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Please note: See individual itinerary pages for the exact value of how much you will save. All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our City Break Tours, train tours, any products in our Eastern Mediterranean section and extra night accommodation. For 2010 pre-registration bookings, payments are to be made according to 2009 brochured prices. For further details, call 800-942-3301.
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5 or more – Save 5%: If a group of 5-8 people travels together, a discount of 5% per person applies to the LAND-only portion of your tour. So it pays to get together with your family and friends!
9 or more: If 9 or more people travel together, we offer attractive group discounts based on how many people travel. In a group of 9 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for a 50% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour. In a group of 16 passengers, 1 traveller qualifies for 100% discount off the LAND-only portion of the tour.
Please note: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach. These discounts are not combinable with our Travel Club Discount, any other rooming, young traveller or triple room discounts, and do not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Tours with Mediterranean cruises, Egypt, Israel, and extra night accommodation. All travelling passengers’ names must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify.
Share a Room and Save!
When travelling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a room-sharing basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same gender on a ‘two-bedded’ basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that, regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends, and a positive way to stretch your holiday budget. If we fail to match you, we will provide a single room at no extra cost.
Please note: This service does not apply to our City Breaks, Greek Island Hopper and Best of Greece tours, Greek tours with Mediterranean cruises, train tours, Egypt, Israel and extra night accommodation.
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*Valid on new 2011 bookings on these select tours: Highlights of China and the Yangtze; Grand China and the Yangtze; and China, Tibet and the Yangtze. Full payment must be made between 07/26/10 and 09/30/10. Travel must be completed between 01/01/11 and 12/31/11. Offer is combinable with brochure discounts (except Pay-In-Full Discount and Early Booking Discount) and Show Coupons. Offer is not applicable to groups and is subject to availability. Offer may be withdrawn at any time. Other conditions may apply. **Full payment is due at time of booking and is required before 11/30/10. Actual savings will vary by itinerary. See itinerary pages for exact savings. ***Booking and deposit must be made by 12/31/10 and actual savings will vary by itinerary. See itinerary pages for exact savings.
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