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Grand Northern Tour

Guided Tour 11 days/ 10 nights

Milan - San Marino - Assisi - Rome - Siena - Florence - Pisa - Padua - Venice - Lake Garda - Milan

Day 1
Milan  
Arrival in Milan and transfer on your own to the downtown 4* hotel. Overnight.

Day 2
Milan/San Marino  
Morning city tour of Milan visiting: the Cathedral, the Scala (the most famous opera house on the world with its immense stage – external) and the Gallery of Vittorio Emanuele. Proceed to San Marino, the smallest and the oldest republic in the world that still has its own currency, stamps and preserves its political system since over nine centuries. Dinner and overnight at the 4* Hotel. (B,D)

Day 3
San Marino/Assissi/Rome  
Early morning departure for Assisi, mystic town and home of St. Francis and St. Claire, in the Umbrian region of Italy for a panoramic visit of its Basilica and the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli. In the late afternoon arrival we arrive in the « eternal city » of Rome. Overnight 4* (B)

Day 4
Rome  
After breakfast we visit Rome’s monumental beauties like: Fontana di Trevi, Pantheon, Castel Sant'Angelo and the Saint Peter’s square with its monumental Basilica. Afternoon at leasure . Overnight 4*. (B)

Day 5
Rome  
Breakfast at the Hotel. Day at leisure, Free time for shopping and your chance to sample a gelato con panna. Overnight at the 4* Hotel. (B)

Day 6
Rome  
Breakfast at the Hotel. Day at leisure, overnight at the 4 *hotel. (B)

Day 7
Rome/Siena/Florence  
Departure at 08:00 am taking the Autostrada del Sole” to Siena, a gothic city constructed on three hills in the heart of Tuscany. This monumental medieval city is encircled by its ancient walls and is famous for its splendid square “ Piazza del Campo ", designed in the shape of a shell. Here, every year the famous " Palio " takes place. In the afternoon we proceed to Florence. Dinner and overnight 4* . (B,D)

Day 8
Florence/Pisa/Florence  
A morning city tour, appreciating the artistic beauty of Florence with its Dome by Brunelleschi, the Bell tower by Giotto and the Baptistery. The sightseeing tour continues through Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio and finally the church of Santa Croce. In the afternoon, we leave Florence for an excursion to Pisa. This quiet and graceful town shows signs of its past and its greatness through the famous Piazza del Campo, better known as the " Square of Miracles " where we find the Cathedral, the Leaning Tower and the Baptistery. Return to Florence for dinner and overnight 4*. (B,D)

Day 9
Florence/Padua/Venice  
Departure for legendary Padua. The lively historic centre with its vivacious squares, open galleries and splendid palaces are of matchless beauty. Visit the famous St. Anthony’s Basilica with its enchanting gothic architecture. Then we continue towards Venice, a unique and magical town of 411 bridges, 118 small islands and 150 channels. Enjoy some leisure time in this city of gondolas. Dinner and overnight at the 4* hotel. (B,D)

Day 10
Venice  
Take in the sights of Piazza San Marco, the undisputed symbol of Venice and often referred to as the most beautiful square in the world, the Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs and the Prisons. Then off to a hand-blown glass factory where you can see the artists demonstrate their craft. Dinner and overnight at the 4* hotel. (B,D)

Day11
Venice/Verona/Lake of Garda/Milan  
Today we visit Verona, the city of the most famous lovers in history, Romeo and Juliet. Throughout history many legendary artists, writers and poets have admired Verona: Catullus, Pliny, Dante Alighieri, Shakespeare, Mantegna, Tiziano and Pisanelli. We than proceed to Milan via the largest Italian lake, Lake Garda to enjoy some wonderful panoramic views of this enchanting area. Arrival in Milan. End of services. (B)

 

Departures 2003

May 2-9-16-23-30
June 6-13-20-27
July 4-11-18-25
August 1-8-15-22-29
September 5-12-19-26
October 3-10-17-24

Grand Tour d'Italie du Nord

Price per person Land only
Single
2899
Double
2199
Triple
2139

Hotels ( or similar)
Milan : Starhotel Ritz
San Marino : Titano
Rome : Beverly Hills
Florence : Alexandre
Venice : Ramada

Package Includes

  • 15 meals
  • 10 nights accommodation
  • Centrally located 4* hotels
  • Hotel taxes and services
  • Deluxe coach
  • English speaking guide
  • Visits specified as per itinerary
  • (Beverages not included)