Travel Dates:
- Season One - 1, 8 December 2019, 2 February 2020
- Season Two - 16, 23 February, 1 March 2020
Inclusions
- Six nights in four-star hotel accommodation
- Full buffet breakfast daily, and 3 three-course dinners with wine
- First-class motorcoach with WiFi
- An expert Tour Director and sightseeing with Local Guides
- Private boat ride in Venice
Exclusions
- International airfares
- Airport transfers
- Travel insurance & visas
- Personal expenses
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
- Service charge/tipping
Itinerary:
Day One - Arrive on Venice Island, Italy. (Sat.)
At 6pm, meet your tour director and travelling companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (D)
Day Two - Venice Island. (Sun.)
After a private boat ride, follow your local guide on a walking tour and visit St. Mark's Square with its Byzantine Basilica, lavish Doges’ Palace, and the Bridge of Sighs. Watch a skilled glassblower fashion delicate objects in an age-old traditional manner. You may wish to enjoy an optional gondola serenade. (B)
Day Three - Venice Island–Pisa–Florence. (Mon.)
A scenic drive across the Apennines brings you to Pisa. In the spectacular Square of Miracles, pose for a popular photo “leaning” against the amazing Leaning Tower, 180 feet high and no less than 12 feet out of the perpendicular. Arrive in Florence, “Cradle of the Renaissance.” Tonight is your chance to try Tuscan specialties. (B)
Day Four - Florence–Sssisi. (Tue.)
This morning, follow your local guide to the academy of fine arts to see Michelangelo’s celebrated statue of David. Also admire the magnificent marble cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry’s heavy bronze “Gates of Paradise,” and the sculpture-studded Signoria Square. Continue to peaceful Assisi. (B,D)
Day Five - Assisi–Rome. (Wed.)
This morning, a friar will accompany you on a visit to st. francis’ basilica, the hub of a religious order devoted to the ideals of humility, forgiveness, simplicity, and love for all God’s creatures. Tonight, in the “Eternal City,” an optional dinner is available at one of Rome’s famous restaurants. (B)
Day Six - Rome. (Thu.)
Guided sightseeing includes inside visits to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with Michelangelo’s The Last Judgment, monumental St. Peter’s Square, and Basilica to admire Michelangelo’s Pietà. Drive to the area of the Imperial Roman Forum and visit the Colosseum, where gladiators once fought. An optional walking tour with a Local Guide is available to further explore famous sites. This evening, a farewell dinner is prepared at a local restaurant to celebrate your Bella Italia Escape. (B,D)
Day Seven - Rome. (Fri.)
Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
View the full itinerary here.
Conditions
Valid from Jul 16, 2019
Expires Jul 30, 2019
Limit: 4 per user and 2 as gift for others
Bookings essential and must be made within two working days of purchase or by 30th July 2019, whichever occurs first. Subject to availability. International flights not included. Advertised price is valid for travel on Season 1 dates; 1, 8 December 2019; 2 February 2020, and Season 2 dates; 16, 23 February; 1 March 2020. Valid for travel on the set departure dates only (until March 2020). Must be used in 1 visit. Deal valid for one person on a twin share basis (i.e. two vouchers must be purchased at this price for two travellers). Solo traveller option valid for one person – single supplement may apply and will be advised at time of booking. Minimum age on this tour is 8 years old at time of travel. Includes: hotel accommodation, Tour Director, first-class motorcoach with WiFi, meals and sightseeing as outlined in itinerary. Excludes travel insurance and anything not specifically mentioned in the itinerary. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Travel insurance recommended. Value of deal is based on current rates which are subject to change. No refunds unless required by law. No cashback. Standard Escapes by Globus cancellation fees & terms apply. Not to be used with any other Globus offers, promotion or discount. See the rules that apply to all deals. Standard Escapes by Globus terms & conditions apply – see globustours.co.nz for full details.
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