Overview
This escorted group coach tour takes you from Venice through to Naples exploring the delights of Florence, Rome, Pompei & Capri along the way. A great alternative for those that don't wish to go it alone.
Available tour dates in 2016: 05 June 2016 --- 10 July 2016 --- 07 August 2016 --- 04 September 2016 --- 23 October 2016 --- 06 November 2016.
Tour itinerary
Day 01 : Benvenuto (D)
Meet on your arrival to Venice Airport and transfer to hotel with remainder of the day free at leisure until meet up for for a welcome dinner with your tour director & fellow group members
Day 2 : Highlights of Venice (B)
Morning walking tour of Venice will take you to St. Mark’s Square, visiting the Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, as well as offer views of the Bell Tower and Bridge of Sighs. Enjoy a demonstration from a master craftsmen of traditional Venetian glassblowing. Remainder of the day is then free at leisure for you to enjoy Venice further on your own.
Day 3 : Piazza del Miracoli (BD)
Depart to Ferrara, on the banks of the River Po, for an orientation tour. Then continue to Pisa and view the famous Piazza del Miracoli with its Leaning Tower, Baptistery & Duomo. End of day with arrival to hotel in Florence.
Day 4 : Florence (B)
A morning tour takes you to the majestic Piazza del Duomo to see the Cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery. Also visit the Academy of Fine Arts ending at Piazzale Michelangelo with a breathtaking view over Florence. Remainder of the day and evening free for you to continue enjoying this beautiful city at your own pace.
Day 5 : Tuscany (BD)
Travel through the rolling landscape of Tuscany to Assisi and a walking tour of the main square and visit the Basilica of St. Francis. Continue to Rome & after arriva you have the evening free to stroll through the "Eternal City".
Day 6 : Vatican & Collosseum (BL)
Disover various highlights of the city visiting the Vatican Museums with the marvelous Sistine Chapel and the magnificent St. Peter’s Basilica, the Colosseum, ancient Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum. Evening free at leisure.
Day 7 : Free day in Rome (BD)
Today is free to further explore Rome on your own. Your tour escort with be pleased to offer ideas on how you can fill your day before meeting up again in the evening to enjoy a group dinner.
Day 8 : Remains of Pompei (BD)
Depart from Rome to to Pompeii where visit this haunting city destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius. Then head on to Sorrento and after dinner you have the rest of the evening free to explore.
Day 9 : Beautiful Capri (B)
Cruise across the bay to Capri and visit the Gardens of Caesar Augustus and view the famed Faraglioni Rocks. Enjoy your free time wandering through the winding streets and browse in elegant boutiques before return to Sorrento.
Day 10 : At leisure in Sorrento (BD)
Sit back and relax at a local cafe or stroll around to discover further sights of Sorrento on your own, today is yours to use as you wish before a final group farewell dinner.
Day 11 : Departure from Naples
After breakfast, transfer to Naples Airport for your departure flight. meals: breakfast included