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Northern Italy is
by far one of our most popular offerings in Western Europe. This
13-day cultural program highlights all the special sights, sounds,
scents, and tastes that have made this magical place a must for even
the most seasoned traveller. This is a highlight-packed though
well-paced journey from Lugano, Switzerland, to Venice, Florence,
Siena, San Gimignano and Rome. Our special brand of group travel
allows for a thorough and varied experience, with the greater
flexibility afforded by our small group size, all enhanced by the
sumptuous nature of our first-class accommodations.
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View Itinerary (USD)
Land only Price: 7,059 USD
For departure dates, prices from specific gateways and single supplement costs, please refer to final page of itinerary.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Extraordinary alpine
scenery, Tyrolean villages;
Rome - The Vatican & the Sistine Chapel;
Skyscraper skyline of San Gimignano;
Water taxi ride on Venice canals;
Guided walking / bus tours of all major towns / cities
WEATHER/SEASONALITY
This tour is offered in spring, summer, and fall, the most popular
being spring and fall when temperatures are mild, crowds thinner, and
air fares lower. Spring is popular with visitors who enjoy green
landscapes and wildflowers. The region has a mild Mediterranean
climate with early springs, long hot and dry summers, and autumns that
are bright and warm into late October. Showers are possible in spring,
rare in summer, and possible in fall.
TRANSPORT & TRAVEL
CONDITIONS
Transport throughout by private air-conditioned motor coach, 24-36
seats depending on ultimate group size (see 'group size'). Though we
will have some full bus days, road travel is not particularly arduous
as there are plenty of stops of interest and beautiful scenery along
the way. Roads are in good condition, though a little winding on some
stretches. Walking tours on cobbled surfaces.
ACCOMMODATION
Well-located, air- conditioned, 5-star hotels and inns throughout.
Porter service is available (see 'inclusions'). Single rooms are
limited and may be smaller than twins.
STAFF & SUPPORT
Tour Leader throughout, driver (s), local step-on guides in various
locales.
MEALS & INCLUSIONS
Breakfast, lunch and / or dinner most days (mostly local restaurants)
daily. House wines, local beers, tea / coffee at meal times. All
sightseeing and entrance fees for sites noted as 'visited' in the
detailed itinerary. Gratuities for local guides, drivers, restaurant
staff, porters. Airport transfers for customers arriving / departing
to / from tour start / end points.
EXCLUSIONS
Tour Leader gratuities, lunches, premium liquors & wines, personal
items (phone, laundry, etc), air taxes (if applicable), and excursions
referenced as 'optional'. Optional trip cancellation insurance. Our
post-reservation trip notes offer further guidance on optional meal
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Adventures Abroad
Worldwide Travel Ltd.
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