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ITALY TOURING

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From 1945 per person twin share 18
6 DAYS | ROME TO ROME
TRAVEL TYPE: Small group coach
DEPARTS: Selected dates (Apr – Oct)

HIGHLIGHTS
• Walk the alleys of medieval Assisi, where Saint
Francis and Saint Clare once lived
• Visit the romantic town of Verona, the backdrop
to Romeo and Juliet
• Taste one of the oldest and most valuable wines
of Tuscany
• Spend the day exploring the Renaissance city
of Florence
Verona
INCLUDES
ITALIA CLASSICA 6 DAYS • 5 nights 4 star accommodation
• Meals as specified
Day 1: Rome to Siena (D) Day 4: Mestre to Florence (B)
After departing Rome, head towards Orvieto in Umbria Depart for Verona, before arriving into Florence in the • Admissions and tours as per itinerary
before continuing to Montepulciano to taste the local early afternoon for a guided tour of the city. Visit the • English speaking guide
Vino Nobile, one of the oldest and most valuable historic centre of the city passing through famous • Informative commentary
wines of Tuscany. Travel to Siena for your overnight symbolic places such as Piazza del Duomo, the Santa • Air-conditioned vehicle
accommodation and welcome dinner. Maria-del-Fiore’s Cathedral, Piazza della Signoria ^Price valid 1 Jul – 31 Aug 20. Not suitable for children
Day 2: Siena to Mestre (BD) (Signoria Square) and Ponte Vecchio. Spend the next under 12 yrs.
Travel to the historic centre of Siena and see the famous two nights in Florence.
Piazza del Campo. The tour than departs for Mestre Day 5: Florence (BD)
via Bologna where you’ll have free time to explore the Today is free to explore Florence at leisure. Perhaps visit Mestre 2
symbols of the city. Spend the next two nights in Mestre. the Uffizi Gallery or the Academy Gallery. Finish the night Verona Venice
Day 3: Venice (B) with a farewell dinner. Bologna
Today, transfer to the island of Venice for a guided Day 6: Florence to Rome (B)
tour. Pass through Piazza San Marco and see the Today, the tour returns to Rome via the town of Assisi.
Bridge of Sighs before travelling to Murano for a visit Walk through the alleys of the medieval city, known for 2 Florence
to the glass factory. This glass factory is famous for being the place where St. Francis and St. Clare lived, Siena 1
its colourful creations and is a great place for local two important figures of the Italian religious history.
souvenirs. Return to Piazza San Marco for time at leisure (B = breakfast, D = dinner) Assisi
and the opportunity to take an optional gondola tour. START/FINISH
OVERNIGHT Rome

$ * ^
From 1829 per person twin share 18
5 DAYS | VENICE TO ROME
TRAVEL TYPE: Small group coach
DEPARTS: Selected Sundays (Apr – Oct)

HIGHLIGHTS
• See the five fishing villages of the Cinque Terre
• Visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa
• Admire the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and
Piazza del Duomo
• Free time in Florence
• Taste balsamic vinegar in Modena
INCLUDES
Siena • 4 nights 4 star accommodation
• Meals as specified
ITALIAN LANDSCAPES 5 DAYS
• Train and boat ticket in Cinque Terre
Day 1: Venice to La Spezia (D) Day 4: Florence (BD) • English speaking guide
Meet your guide and start the journey to La Spezia via Today is at leisure to explore Florence at your own • Air-conditioned coach
Bologna. While in Bologna visit the imposing Piazza pace. Called the ‘Cradle of Renaissance’, it’s one of the
Maggiore and the Asinelli and Garisenda Towers. most famous cities in the world, with its unique artistic ^Price valid 1 Jul – 31 Aug 20. Not suitable for children
under 12 yrs.
Continue to Modena to taste balsamic vinegar before and cultural centre. Perhaps visit the Uffizi Gallery, the
travelling to La Spezia. Spend the next two nights in Academy Gallery or take an excursion to appreciate the
La Spezia. scents and colours of the Chianti district. Finish the day
Day 2: La Spezia (B) with a farewell dinner.
After breakfast, discover the enchanting landscapes Day 5: Florence to Rome (B) Venice
of the Cinque Terre by boat. See the colourful villages Travel to San Gimignano for some free time to explore
almost hanging from the sheer cliffs and take photos of this hilltop town before continuing to Siena. Enjoy a
Vernazza and Monterosso al Mare. guided tour of the city built around Piazza del Campo, Cinque Terre La Spezia Bologna
Day 3: La Spezia to Florence (B) famous throughout the world for its architectural beauty 2 2 Florence
Start the day off with a visit to Pisa. Visit the Leaning and its particular shell shape. In the afternoon arrive Pisa
Tower and wander around the Piazza before travelling back in Rome. San Gimignano
to Florence. See the city’s historical centre and major (B = breakfast, D = dinner) Siena
attractions such as Piazza del Duomo and Ponte
Vecchio. Spend the next two nights in Florence.
Rome
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OVERNIGHT

* Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in New Zealand Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for
travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure. 25