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Who would like to do this with me! I've always wanted to go to Tuscany...and I think the time has come! It's with Contiki tours and will probably cost us a little under $2000--but well worth the money I think. Any takers??
Trip Itinerary
Depart Canada
Arrive Rome: Make your own way to the hotel in Rome (see page 102 for transfer information). This evening, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers at the hotel for a welcome drink. After dinner we head for the centre of Rome and an evening orientation tour including Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. (D)
Rome to Siena: We start the day with a visit, by funicular, to the magnificent town of Orvieto perched on the cliff tops with breathtaking views over the surrounding vineyards. Later we head for the deserted town of Bagnoregio, once a thriving medieval town but now boasting just 15 residents! Early evening we arrive at our hotel for 5 nights set in the heart of the Tuscany region. (B,D)
Tuscany sightseeing; Chianti: Today we experience essential Tuscany. We spend the morning exploring the Chianti region by bike, ending at the beautiful Castelo Meleto where we will taste the famous Chianti classic wines and enjoy a light lunch. This afternoon we return to Siena, home to Tuscany’s most celebrated festival the Palio with its famous bareback horse race. Time for you to visit the Cathedral, Palazzo Pubblico and Piazza del Campo, arguably Italy’s most picturesque piazza. Why not join us for a sunset dinner overlooking the rolling Tuscan hills. Magical. (B)
Tuscany sightseeing: We leave Siena this morning for Pisa and its famous leaning tower. We continue to Volterra and later this afternoon we stop at one of the most beautiful beaches on the Tuscan coast. Some time to swim in the Mediterranean sea, soak up the sun and relax. (B,D)
Tuscany sightseeing; Mugello: Join our local guide this morning who takes us into the countryside to find fresh locally grown specialities to be used in our cookery lesson this evening. We visit Cafaggiolo castle built in the 14th C and considered one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture. We arrive into Florence for our guided tour including Basilica of Santa Croce, Giotto’s belltower, Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo. See a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. What better way to end the day than eating our classic regional meal prepared with ingredients found this morning. (B,D)
Tuscany signtseeing; Florence: A full day and evening for you to explore Renaissance Florence. Maybe visit the Uffizi or Academia, cross the River Arno on the Ponte Vecchio bridge, shop for Italian fashions, explore the markets or wander the streets and take in the atmosphere. (B)
Siena to Rome: Leaving Tuscany, we head south for Rome and with our local guide visit the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel. This afternoon, time for you to further explore the city. This evening, why not celebrate your last night in Italy with a farewell dinner and recount the fun times from the last 7 days. (B)
Depart Rome: Unfortunately all good things must come to an end. Your tour ends after breakfast with time to swap addresses and say goodbye to new friends. (B)
Trip Itinerary
Depart Canada
Arrive Rome: Make your own way to the hotel in Rome (see page 102 for transfer information). This evening, meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers at the hotel for a welcome drink. After dinner we head for the centre of Rome and an evening orientation tour including Piazza Navona, Trevi Fountain and Pantheon. (D)
Rome to Siena: We start the day with a visit, by funicular, to the magnificent town of Orvieto perched on the cliff tops with breathtaking views over the surrounding vineyards. Later we head for the deserted town of Bagnoregio, once a thriving medieval town but now boasting just 15 residents! Early evening we arrive at our hotel for 5 nights set in the heart of the Tuscany region. (B,D)
Tuscany sightseeing; Chianti: Today we experience essential Tuscany. We spend the morning exploring the Chianti region by bike, ending at the beautiful Castelo Meleto where we will taste the famous Chianti classic wines and enjoy a light lunch. This afternoon we return to Siena, home to Tuscany’s most celebrated festival the Palio with its famous bareback horse race. Time for you to visit the Cathedral, Palazzo Pubblico and Piazza del Campo, arguably Italy’s most picturesque piazza. Why not join us for a sunset dinner overlooking the rolling Tuscan hills. Magical. (B)
Tuscany sightseeing: We leave Siena this morning for Pisa and its famous leaning tower. We continue to Volterra and later this afternoon we stop at one of the most beautiful beaches on the Tuscan coast. Some time to swim in the Mediterranean sea, soak up the sun and relax. (B,D)
Tuscany sightseeing; Mugello: Join our local guide this morning who takes us into the countryside to find fresh locally grown specialities to be used in our cookery lesson this evening. We visit Cafaggiolo castle built in the 14th C and considered one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture. We arrive into Florence for our guided tour including Basilica of Santa Croce, Giotto’s belltower, Piazza della Signoria and the Duomo. See a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. What better way to end the day than eating our classic regional meal prepared with ingredients found this morning. (B,D)
Tuscany signtseeing; Florence: A full day and evening for you to explore Renaissance Florence. Maybe visit the Uffizi or Academia, cross the River Arno on the Ponte Vecchio bridge, shop for Italian fashions, explore the markets or wander the streets and take in the atmosphere. (B)
Siena to Rome: Leaving Tuscany, we head south for Rome and with our local guide visit the Vatican City and Sistine Chapel. This afternoon, time for you to further explore the city. This evening, why not celebrate your last night in Italy with a farewell dinner and recount the fun times from the last 7 days. (B)
Depart Rome: Unfortunately all good things must come to an end. Your tour ends after breakfast with time to swap addresses and say goodbye to new friends. (B)