Day 1: Arrive in Venice
Upon arrival at Venice airport, meet your driver for a private ride to your hotel. Check-in at your hotel for a two-night stay before setting out to acquaint yourself with the classic Italian city. Stroll down the banks of the shimmering canals and discover the magnificent architecture that lines the cobbled streets and squares. Come the evening, relax at an outdoor trattoria by the sparkling lagoon, or why not head to Harry's Bar to try a delectable Bellini in the cocktail's birthplace? (Overnight in Venice)
Accomodation Options
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Locanda Vivaldi
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Metropole Venice
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Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli and Gran Canal
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Santa Chiara Hotel
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Ai Mori D Oriente
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Belmond Hotel Cipriani
Day 2: Venice
Spend a full day exploring Venice today. Discover the city's hidden gems and highlights as you take an iconic, relaxing gondola ride through the historic canals. Also, be sure not to miss Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica, two of the city's most popular monuments. (Overnight in Venice)
Accomodation Options
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Locanda Vivaldi
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Metropole Venice
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Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli and Gran Canal
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Santa Chiara Hotel
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Ai Mori D Oriente
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Belmond Hotel Cipriani
Day 3: Venice to Florence
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and make your way to the train station for your journey to Florence. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel and enjoy a two-night stay. Once settled in, why not enjoy a famous gelato as you stroll through the city's lively
piazzas? Admire the charming views along the River Arno and cross the city's oldest bridge, the 14th-century Ponte Vecchio. (Overnight in Florence)
Accomodation Options
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Hotel Cerretani Firenze - Mgallery
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Grand Hotel Adriatico
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Hotel Cellai
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Mercure Firenze Centro
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NH Firenze
Day 4: Florence & Tuscany
Your full-day excursion through Tuscany begins with a tour of Pisa, admiring the famous Tower of Pisa. Afterward, drive to a rustic winery in Chianti and enjoy a delicious Tuscan lunch and wine tasting. Your afternoon includes strolling through the medieval village of San Gimignano and the cobblestone streets of Siena before returning to Florence in the evening. (Overnight in Florence)
Accomodation Options
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Hotel Cerretani Firenze - Mgallery
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Grand Hotel Adriatico
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Hotel Cellai
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Mercure Firenze Centro
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NH Firenze
Day 5: Florence to Rome
Today, head to the train station after breakfast for a short train ride through the countryside to Rome. Check in to your hotel for a two-night stay and start exploring Europe's largest open-air museum. Shrouded in legend, Rome is home to hundreds of ancient artifacts, architecture, beautiful churches, and Basilicas such as St Peter's and St Martin's. (Overnight in Rome)
Accomodation Options
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Mercure Roma Centro Colosseo
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InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace
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Anantara Palazzo Naiadi
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The Inn At The Roman Forum
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The Inn At The Spanish Steps
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Kolbe Hotel Rome
Day 6: Rome
On your guided tour today, walk in the footsteps of gladiators at the famous Colosseum and stroll through the ruins of the Roman Forum. The rest of your day is at your leisure, why not stop for a delicious Italian treat in one of the pretty cafés by the Trevi fountain? (Overnight in Rome)
Accomodation Options
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Mercure Roma Centro Colosseo
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InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace
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Anantara Palazzo Naiadi
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The Inn At The Roman Forum
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The Inn At The Spanish Steps
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Kolbe Hotel Rome
Day 7: Rome to Sorrento via Naples & Pompeii
Your journey to the Amalfi Coast begins with a train from Rome to Naples, where your private driver will meet you at the station. Along the coastal drive to Sorrento, you’ll stop at the ruins of Pompeii for a few hours exploring the preserved city before
continuing to your Sorrento hotel. (Overnight in Sorrento)
Accomodation Options
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Hilton Sorrento Palace
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Hotel Michelangelo
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Hotel Antiche Mura
Day 8: Capri and the Blue Grotto
Set sail for Capri, a scenic island off the coast of Naples, known for its stunning beauty, luxurious atmosphere, and impressive cliffs. After exploring the island, experience the Blue Grotto, a sea cave on the island's coast, famous for its intense blue light, caused by the sun shining through an underwater opening (weather permitting). (Overnight in
Sorrento)
Accomodation Options
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Hilton Sorrento Palace
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Hotel Michelangelo
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Hotel Antiche Mura
Day 9: Sorrento
Enjoy a full day in the Amalfi Coast, maybe enjoy a refreshing drink on the beachfront, and watch the world go by. Or stroll along to the Piazza Tasso for lunch in a quiet café and wonderful views over the water. Don't miss a visit to the Chiesa di San Francesco, a beautiful 14th-century church. (Overnight in Sorrento)
Accomodation Options
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Hilton Sorrento Palace
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Hotel Michelangelo
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Hotel Antiche Mura
Day 10: Sorrento to Taormina via Naples
After breakfast this morning your driver will pick you up at your Sorrento hotel, bringing you to Naples Centrale station to catch your train to Sicily. Admire the scenery of southern Italy from the comfort of your seat, and once at the Straits of Messina, the train
boards a boat to take you from mainland Italy to Sicily. The train then continues along the coast to the famous resort town of Taormina. On arrival, check in at your hotel for a three-night stay. Surrounded by stunning natural beauty such as the impressive Mount Etna and sweeping bays alongside the Mediterranean Sea, Taormina is a picture-perfect destination. (Overnight in Taormina)
Day 11: Taormina
Today a fabulous experience awaits as you meet your regional expert chef and take a stroll over to a local market. Learn about the abundant ingredients in Sicilian cuisine, as the chef picks out the products for today’s class. Head over to a local restaurant, put on your apron and begin the preparation of a complete Sicilian menu. Taste the fruits of your labor, along with sampling Italian wine. (Overnight in Taormina)
Day 12: Taormina
Spend a full day exploring Taormina. The city still holds an abundance of cultural sites such as the striking Greek Theatre where performances still take place, the 13th-century Cathedral of Saint Nicola, and the 16th-century Palace of the Dukes of San Stefano, all worth visiting during your stay. (Overnight in Taormina)
Day 13: Taormina to Catania
Catania is only a short train ride away, and upon arrival check-in for a two-night stay. Set off to explore the city, and why not visit the ancient Roman Rotonda, the beautiful Palazzo Conte Federico or the busy Pescheria food market? Be sure to try some tasty street food! (Overnight in Catania)
Accomodation Options
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Mercure Catania Excelsior
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NH Catania Centro
Day 14: Catania
This morning, embark on a half-day trip to remember, as you climb the ancient slopes of Mount Etna on a private four-wheel drive jeep. Learn the mythological legend of Zeus’ thunderbolt and enjoy dramatic views as you near the top. Stop at a small village to taste some local honey and almond cookies, then don a helmet and torch as you explore a cave dug by the flowing lava; then it’s an easy hike to the edge of a side crater or on a lava flow before returning to Catania via an off-road track. (Overnight in Catania)
Accomodation Options
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Mercure Catania Excelsior
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NH Catania Centro
