Northern Italy

ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1 ROME
Day 2 ROME
Day 3 ROME
Day 4 ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
Day 5 FLORENCE
Day 6 FLORENCE – PADUA – VENICE
Day 7 VENICE
Day 8 VENICE - VERONA - LAKE COMO
Day 9 COMO – MILAN

Day 1: ROME
 
Morning sightseeing of this monument-filled city begins right after breakfast. Depart your Camping for a guided tour to see Rome’s most famous and photogenic sights: Fontana di Trevi, immortalized on film in the 1953 well-loved comedy, Roman Holiday; the Pantheon, an ancient archaeological site dating back to 125 A.D.; Castel Sant’Angelo, built by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a tomb for himself and his family; and St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, which are actually located in Vatican City, the walled enclave within Rome. Spend the afternoon at leisure, either resting in your Camping, exploring Rome’s other ancient ruins, or strolling through an art museum. Dinner is also on your own tonight. (B)

Day 2: ROME
 
Morning sightseeing of this monument-filled city begins right after breakfast. Depart your Camping for a guided tour to see Rome’s most famous and photogenic sights: Fontana di Trevi, immortalized on film in the 1953 well-loved comedy, Roman Holiday; the Pantheon, an ancient archaeological site dating back to 125 A.D.; Castel Sant’Angelo, built by the Roman Emperor Hadrian as a tomb for himself and his family; and St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, which are actually located in Vatican City, the walled enclave within Rome. Spend the afternoon at leisure, either resting in your Camping, exploring Rome’s other ancient ruins, or strolling through an art museum. Dinner is also on your own tonight. (B)

Day 3: ROME
 
Enjoy a relaxing morning at leisure. Perhaps linger over your included breakfast to savor just one more cappuccino. Or catch up on writing postcards to friends back home. In the afternoon, a knowledgeable guide will show you more of Rome’s most important sights: the Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre in all of ancient Rome where gladiators used to fight to the death; Circus Maximus, where ancient chariot games were once held; the Basilica of St. Paul Outside the Walls; and the Capital Square. Dinner is on your own tonight; perhaps ask your tour guide for recommendations for an especially good, authentic Italian meal. (B)

Day 4: ROME - ASSISI - SIENA - FLORENCE
 
You must already be in Rome because the tour will depart early in the morning from Rome for Assisi. Your Travel Expert (T.E.) can assist you with your Rome accommodations or the addition of this tour to your existing vacation. Early morning departure for ASSISI. If your Rome Camping is located in the city center you will be picked up from your Camping. The lovely panoramic ride through the center of Italy toward the mystic town of Saint Francis still surrounded by ancient walls; Assisi. This town was made famous by destructive earthquakes in the 1980’s and now has been completely restored. Visit the Basilica of Saint Francis with its early Renaissance masterpieces by Giotto and Cimabue. After plenty of time for photos, wondering and shopping you will board your coach and proceed on to SIENA, the beautiful medieval city renown for the Palio horse race. You will tour this walled city and wonder at the Campo and the Duomo; Siena is a lovely medieval town. In the late afternoon you will continue on to FLORENCE. Check into your lovely Camping, relax, take a nap or go out and explore. Later you will be treated to a wonderful dinner featuring local specialties. Relax and overnight at the Camping.

Day 5: FLORENCE
 
Waken and rub your eyes and head down for a lovely buffet breakfast featuring fresh pastries, breads, chesses and oh don’t forget the world famous Italian espresso! After breakfast you will enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of the heart of Florence and of the Renaissance. Visit the beautiful Piazza del Duomo, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery of St. John, the Academy of Fine Arts Gallery housing the "David" by Michelangelo, and Santa Croce, the 13th century Franciscan church with Cimabue's famous crucifix. After your informative and interactive tour the rest of the day is yours for sightseeing or shopping. Return to your Camping when you wish and grab a quick nap before a tasty dinner and overnight at the Camping.

Day 6: FLORENCE – PADUA – VENICE
 
After you get your fix of café at your buffet breakfast you will depart for PADUA, where you will visit the famous Cathedral of St. Anthony, guarded by Donatello's "Gattamelata". Padua is a lovely town full of shops, café’s and history. You will have plenty of time to take photos ask your guide questions or just people watch. Later, continue on to the most famous city in Italy; VENICE. Once you arrive to this floating city you will be given an orientation tour of the sites. Enjoy a guided walking tour of this unique city. You will see the Piazza and Basilica of St. Mark, the Doge's Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the Prisons. Then visit a glass factory to see the molding of glass. Check in to your Venice Camping, relax or go back out and explore on your own. Later in the evening you will be served a dinner featuring the local specialties. Overnight at the Camping.

Day 7: VENICE
 
Awaken in Venice, how romantic! Stroll down for your buffet breakfast and another cup of that amazing Italian coffee. Take your time to sleep in or and extra long breakfast because today is on your own time schedule. Check out the famous museums or the islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello. In the evening enjoy dinner and overnight at the Camping.

Day 8: VENICE - VERONA - LAKE COMO
 
After your buffet breakfast load up because we are heading for VERONA to see the town of Romeo and Juliet. Stroll down the while marble shopping streets, snap photos or people watch. Your guide will show you the highlights of this unique Italian town. In the afternoon continue on to COMO. The most famous lake in Italy, Lake Como. Lakeside shops abound, cafes where the rich and famous go to be seen, you are in the heart of high living in Como. Check into your lovely Camping and go exploring because tonight you will enjoy a lovely dinner featuring specialties of Lake Como. Overnight at the Camping.

Day 9: COMO – MILAN
 
Your last chance for that yummy espresso during your buffet breakfast. After you eat and load up we will depart for MILAN and end of the tour at Central Railway station. Your tour ends at the station in Milan where you can take a transfer to the airport or a train to any other location in Europe. You will work one-on-one with your T.E. (Travel Expert) to arrange transportation from the train station in Milan to your next destination or flight home.

Camping Accommodations :
 
  • Some of the Camping we use for this tour are:
  • In Florence or other near locality
  • In Venice  or other near locality
  • In Como or other near locality


 

Additional Information :
Some of the great things you will see on this tour:
• Assisi: View of the Churches of St. Francis and St. Claire
• Siena: View of Piazza del Campo and the Municipal Palace
• Florence: Visit the Accademia home of Michelangelo's "David"
• Padua: See Donatello's masterpiece, the "Gattamelata"
• Venice: Visit the famous Square of St. Mark & the Bridge of Sighs
• Milan: See the Duomo, the world famous Cathedral
• The beautiful Autostrada del Sole
• The Tuscan countryside through medieval towns
• The lovely Emilia Romagna region
• The Veneto region, world famous for its Villa of Palladio

Your tour also includes:
• Accommodation at 3 & 4 Stars Campings with down-town locations
• Service charges and taxes included
• Ground transportation by deluxe motorcoach
• An Assistant during the tour
• Sightseeing tours as indicated in the itinerary
• Local guides and entrance fees

 
Northern Italy
 
Tour Code :  

8 Days and 7 Nights
14 Meals : (7 Breakfasts, 7 Dinners)

The Highlights of the North and the Art Cities. Experience central, northern Italy and more!



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