A Taste of Italy with Lake Como
Culinary wonders in Rome, Venice, Florence & more
This 9-night guided vacation will offer travelers a perfect taste of Italy with sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Venice and Lake Como!
What's Included
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class air to Rome and Milan (FCO)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 nights in Rome at the Grand Hotel Beverly Hills
- 2 nights in Florence at the Ambasciatori Hotel
- 2 nights in Venezia at the Palazzo Selvadego Hotel
- 3 nights in Lake Como at the Grand Hotel Bristol
Guided sightseeing as described in itinerary, including:
- Rome, Florence, Venice and Lake Como
- Private boat ride in Venice
Other Inclusions:
- Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners with wine: a special welcome dinner in Rome and a special dinner in Florence; farewell drink in Venice
- Services of a Professional Travel Director; headsets throughout the tour
- Hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
Great Ways to Explore
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Spend three nights in Stresa, located next to Lake Como which is divided between Italy and Switzerland.
- Don't miss a thing with a local guide taking you to all of the highlights. Escorted tours ensure you see it all.
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Guided tours in each city shows you iconic landmarks from the Vatican to Michelangelo's David to St. Mark's Square.
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Enjoy charming properties throughout Italy.
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Join the laid-back Italian lifestyle by indulging in long meals of tasty culinary delights like wine, cheese and pasta!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Transportation:
- Round-trip economy class air to Rome and Milan (FCO)
- Round-trip airport transfers
- Transportation by private first-class air-conditioned motorcoach (with complimentary Wi-Fi)
Accommodations in hotels listed, or similar:
- 2 nights in Rome at the Grand Hotel Beverly Hills
- 2 nights in Florence at the Ambasciatori Hotel
- 2 nights in Venezia at the Palazzo Selvadego Hotel
- 3 nights in Lake Como at the Grand Hotel Bristol
Guided sightseeing as described in itinerary, including:
- Rome, Florence, Venice and Lake Como
- Private boat ride in Venice
Other Inclusions:
- Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 three-course dinners with wine: a special welcome dinner in Rome and a special dinner in Florence; farewell drink in Venice
- Services of a Professional Travel Director; headsets throughout the tour
- Hotel taxes, porterage, tips and service charges
-
Spend three nights in Stresa, located next to Lake Como which is divided between Italy and Switzerland.
- Don't miss a thing with a local guide taking you to all of the highlights. Escorted tours ensure you see it all.
-
Guided tours in each city shows you iconic landmarks from the Vatican to Michelangelo's David to St. Mark's Square.
-
Enjoy charming properties throughout Italy.
-
Join the laid-back Italian lifestyle by indulging in long meals of tasty culinary delights like wine, cheese and pasta!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Rome!
Welcome to Rome! At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travelling companions, and leave the hotel for a special welcome dinner with wine at Ambasciata di Capri restaurant. (Dinner)
Check-in - Grand Hotel Beverly Hills
A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast. High-speed wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. This family-friendly hotel also offers tour/ticket assistance, laundry facilities, and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Day 2. Rome
Enjoy a unique guided sightseeing, including inside visits to all highlights of religious and ancient Rome: the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo's ceiling paintings and The Last Judgment, and monumental St. Peter's Square and Basilica to admire Michelangelo's Pieta. To make the most of your stay, join our optional walking tour, and see the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and other sites and squares of medieval Rome made famous in the movie Angels & Demons. (Breakfast)
Day 3. Rome - Florence
A guided visit to the magnificent Colosseum brings the days of the gladiators alive. Also admire the Arch of Constantine, and enter the Roman Forum, where Roman legions marched in triumph. Then, drive through Umbria along the Highway of the Sun north into Tuscany and its hill-clad vineyards, which house the famous Chianti wine, to Florence, the Cradle of the Renaissance. (Breakfast)
Check-in - Hotel Ambasciatori
The Ambassadors Hotel is a 4-star hotel with a centralized location in Florence. The accommodations offered at this hotel are elegant and comfortable. Every guest room is spacious, includes complimentary Wi-Fi and is beautifully designed. There is a modern style laced throughout the hotel along with a warmth to make guests feel at home.
Day 4. Florence
During your walking tour with a Local Guide, visit the Academy of Fine Arts with Michelangelo's celebrated David, admire the magnificent cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistry's heavy bronze Gate of Paradise,_sculpture-studded Signoria Square, and take pictures of Ponte Vecchio. You'll have time this afternoon to shop for Florentine leather goods and gold jewellery, sold by the ounce. This afternoon is your chance to join an optional excursion to the picturesque town of San Gimignano. Tonight, a special dinner with Tuscan specialties and wine awaits you at Finisterrae restaurant. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 5. Florence - Venice Island
A spectacular drive through the wooded Apennine Hills brings you to Venice, a powerful magnet for romantics and art lovers from around the globe. Enter in style by Private Boat to meet your Local Guide. Highlights of your walking tour are St. Mark's Square, a favorite location for many movies, and the byzantine Basilica, lavish Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. Also, watch a skilled Glassblower fashion delicate objects in an age-old traditional manner, and receive an exclusive gift, just for you! (Breakfast)
Check-in - Residence Palazzo Selvadego
This hotel is a typical venetian palace which has recently been restored, situated in the charming annex of the Palazzo Selvadega hotel. The rooms are nicely decorated and equipped with all the modern comforts you would expect. The restaurant, very famous with the locals for its high standard cusine and for the stunning terrace overlooking the Grand Canal. Highly recommended for the excellent location and the high class facilities of the hotel.
Day 6. Venice Island
Immerse yourself in the wonderful atmosphere of Venice. Wander through the narrow streets, discover Rialto Bridge, and top it all off by enjoying a local favourite- a farewell drink at famous Caffe Florian while musicians entertain you. Later, why not join an optional cruise to the charming island of Burano, followed by a delicious meal of local specialties? (Breakfast)
Day 7. Venice Island - Lake Como
You will be transferred by high-speed train and coach to your hotel in Stresa at Lake Como. The remainder of the day is at leisure. (Breakfast)
Check-in - Hotel Barchetta Excelsior
Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Como at the elegant, yet comfortable Hotel Barchetta Excelsior. Located right on the main square facing the lake, this hotel is the ideal starting point for wherever your adventure may lead. Feel at home in this relaxing lake retreat, where your room will welcome you with charming decor, large beds, air conditioning, complimentary WiFi, and more. Wake up, open the windows to the fresh lake air, then head to the dining room to enjoy "breakfast on the lake." While indulging in a cappuccino, fresh fruit, and a variety of sweet and savory breakfast options, gaze out at the picturesque landscape through the dining room's enormous windows.
Travelling to Italy is all about eating delicious food and this hotel knows that! Get ready to experience the food that everyone who's been to Italy raves about. Savor a decadent meal of octopus or ravioli at the uniquely Italian Bistro Restaurant, enjoy a tasty lunch on the seasonal Summer Terrace, or grab a snack and a cocktail at the American Bar. Chef Christian Babuin will delight your palate with his famous Italian recipes and use of fresh, local ingredients.
Day 8. Lake Como
Morning guided sightseeing includes a boat ride to Isola Bella for a visit to its opulent palace and gardens. (Breakfast)
Day 9. Lake Como
Full day at leisure. Ask your local host for suggestions. (Breakfast)
Day 10. Depart Lake Como
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)
Fly home!
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