REFLECTIONS OF ITALY

WITH OPTIONAL 2-NIGHT ROME PRE TOUR EXTENSION

MARCH 14 - 23, 2027

10 Days ● 12 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 3 Dinners

HIGHLIGHTS: Rome • Vatican Museums • Sistine Chapel • St. Peter's Basilica • Orvieto • Assisi • Perugia • Cortona • Florence • Chianti Winery & Cooking Class • Venice • Murano Island

PRICE PER PERSON:

Double Rate $5,299 $5,199*

Single Rate $6,299 $6,199*

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Travel Protection and Cancellation Waiver: $599 per person

TENTATIVE ITINERARY

Day 1: Sunday, March 14, 2027 - Overnight Flight: Welcome to Italy, a land rich in history, culture, art, and romance. Your journey begins with an overnight flight.

Day 2: Monday, March 15, 2027 - Rome, Italy: Begin in Rome, the "Eternal City." As arrival times will vary, there is no scheduled sightseeing today. Spend the day as you wish, exploring the city independently. This evening, get to know your fellow travelers during a welcome dinner featuring regional specialties. 

Day 3: Tuesday, March 16, 2027 - Rome: On a guided tour of the Vatican Museums, explore the extensive Papal palace housing priceless artifacts from ancient Egypt, classical Greco-Roman statuary, and works by great Renaissance masters. In the Sistine Chapel, marvel at Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling and brilliant Last Judgment. Next, wander through the towering columns of St. Peter's Basilica, a daring feat of human artistry and engineering. Admire the baroque spirals of Bernini's altar canopy and gaze up at Michelangelo's dome - still the tallest in the world. Return to the hotel mid-afternoon. The evening is yours. Perhaps you'll join an optional dinner in a popular restaurant, indulging in a hearty meal accompanies by wine and local entertainment. 

Day 4: Monday, March 17, 2027 - Rome - Orvieto - Perugia: Depart Rome today en route to the iconic hill town of Orvieto. As you approach, its distinctive profile rises on the horizon, crowned by the facade of its famous cathedral. Delve into the local scene, exploring Orvieto's rich history and Etruscan heritage. Perhaps you'll pause to savor a glass of its renowned Orvieto Bianco, a wine that has delighted popes and nobility since the Renaissance. Then, you're off to medieval Perugia, the historic capital of Umbria. With free time to explore, consider wandering along the Corso, Perugia's main street, where gothic facades are lined with shops and restaurants.

Day 5: Thursday, March 18, 2027 - Perugia - Assisi - Perugia: This morning, travel to Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis. Take in the old-world atmosphere on a guided tour of the Basilica of St. Francis. Then, enjoy free time to wander among the rose-hued stone buildings of this medieval hill town. This afternoon, journey into the surrounding Umbrian countryside, where olive groves blanket the hillsides, and visit a traditional frantoio (olive mill) where olives are pressed each November. Learn about the region's trees and oil-making methods, sample a variety of extra virgin olive oils produced at the mill, and enjoy dinner in the serence setting of the grove. 

Day 6: Friday, March 19, 2027 - Perugia - Cortona - Florence: Head through Tuscany's graceful low-lying hills to the Etruscan city of Cortona. Perched on the side of a hill, take in the ornate facades and gothic architecture. Peek at the adjacent Lake Trasimeno, situated off in the distance. You might recognize the city as the charming setting for the book and film Under the Tuscan Sun. End your day in Florence, the "Cradle of the Renaissance." 

Day 7: Saturday, March 20, 2027 - Florence:This morning, experience Florence's cultural treasures on an extensive walking tour, passing by the Duomo, the Baptistery, the Palazzo Vecchio, and the Piazza della Signoria. The rest of the day is yours to explore this vertiable open-air museum. Perhaps you'll join an after-hours tour of the 14th-century Certosa monastery, followed by dinner featuring local wines, Tuscan food, and live entertainment. 

Day 8: Sunday, March 21, 2027 - Florence - Venice: Start your day with a visit to a historic winery in the heart of the Chianti region. In the shadow of a 12th-century castle, learn about Tuscan wines and enjoy a chef-led cooking class. Next, sit back and savor regional delicacies during a delicious lunch. This afternoon, journey through central Italy, crossing the Apennine Mountains toward the Po River Valley. Enchanting Venice awaits with 117 tiny islands and its latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges.

Day 9: Monday, March 22, 2027 - Venice See Venice from the water and take a boat to Murano Island. At a glass-blowing demonstration, discover the secrets of this anceint art up-close and marvel at the one-of-a-kind designs. Make your way to the historic center of Venice and see the Castello district with a local expert. End in St. Mark's Square, taking in the basilica and the opulent facade of the Doge's Palace. The remainder of the day is yours. Consider an optional tour featuring Venice's most famous pastime - a serenaded gondola trip. This evening, celebrate the end of an unforgettable trip with a farewell dinner.

Day 10: Tuesday, March 23, 2027 - Venice: Your journey comes to a close in Venice this morning.

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OPTIONAL 4 DAYS 2-NIGHT ROME PRE TOUR EXTENSION

Double - $999.00 per person

Single - $1,299.00 per person

LAND ONLY

2 Meals Included: 2 Breakfasts

Day 1: Overnight Flight - Give yourself the luxury of extra time in Rome and take a deeper dive into the history, art, and architecture of Italy's capital city, spanning over 26 centuries.

Day 2: Rome, Italy - Arrive in Rome for an extended stay in the city Romans call Caput Mundi (capital of the world). Your local host will meet you at the hotel for an orientation briefing before leading you on a neighborhood walk, providing you with dining suggestions for your evening at leisure. 

Day 3: Rome - Start your day with a locally guided tour of Rome's Renaissance and Baroque highlights. Walk to the top of the Spanish Steps for views of the city's skyline and down its famous 135 stairs. Stroll over cobblestone streets and weathered passageways to discover famous sights like the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon's imposing facade. Finish a full morning of exploration in the oval-shaped Piazza Navona before an afternoon at leisure. Perhaps you'll meander through Rome's lively Monti district to soak in the local life. 

Day 4: Rome - This morning, dive into the history of the Roman Empire. Your extensive walking tour of Ancient Rome begins with an in-depth visit to the Colosseum, where your guide recounts its rich history. Your guided tour continues with a stroll along the avenue of Imperial Fora for views of the remains of the Basilica of Maxentius and Trajan's Market. This afternoon is yours to explore more of the Italian capital before joining your Reflections of Italy tour.