Grand Italian Experience
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Tour Itinerary
A rare opportunity to see the extraordinary limestone trulli houses of Alberobello is the highlight of this journey. Discover Italy's delights during dinner with Signor Luciano, journey across the Bay of Naples to Capri, dream of star-crossed lovers in Verona and delight in the Italian Lake District sheltered by the southern Alps.
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Day 1
Welcome to RomeBlaze a trail through la bella Italia your epic journey begins in Rome, once the powerful capital of the world and yours to explore before meeting your travel companions and Travel Director for a light supper and orientation drive introducing you to some of the city's iconic and unexpected highlights.Accommodation: Crowne Plaza St. Peter's
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Day 2
Explore Ancient Rome and the Vatican CityFollow in the footsteps of the pilgrims who for centuries have flocked to Vatican City. Visit St. Peter's Basilica, one of the holiest sites in Christendom, joining a Local Specialist for an included sightseeing tour. See Michelangelo's magnificent Pietà, hewn from a perfect block of Carrara marble. Then, venture into Ancient Rome to see Circus Maximus, where the thundering noise of chariot races once filled the air. The afternoon is yours to explore at leisure. Stroll down the Spanish steps or sit in an outdoor cafe on the famous Via Veneto or continue your encounter with Ancient Rome on Palatine Hill to see the Temple of Apollo and Flavian Palace, among other excavations.Accommodation: Crowne Plaza St. Peter's
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Day 3
Journey to the Alberobello RegionWe travel east through the mountains of Campania to the orange and olive groves of Puglia on the Adriatic coast, our home for the next two nights. This evening, we enjoy a delicious local dinner at our hotel.Accommodation: Sierra Silvana
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Day 4
Admire Alberobello’s Iconic Architecture Connect with LocalsEnjoy a morning at leisure. Consider an optional experience or relax with a swim at your hotel. This afternoon, the conical limestone houses of Alberobello take center stage during our guided tour with a Local Specialist. Here, you’ll see the UNESCO-listed collection of almost 1,500 trulli dating back to the 14th?century. This evening, enjoy a Be My Guest experience at a traditional masseria. Meet Signor Luciano for dinner on his Alberobello farm where you can taste seasonal produce, including fresh almonds, cherries, tomatoes and olive oil.Accommodation: Sierra Silvana
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Day 5
Onwards to Sunny SorrentoThe fresh aroma of lemons is your constant companion in the stunning coastal town of Sorrento, your home for the next two nights. View the bustling Piazza Tasso and Corso Italia before spending the afternoon at leisure. Kick back and sip delicious Limoncello di Sorrento, enjoy lunch in this picture-perfect town or spend the afternoon soaking up la dolce vita.?This evening we dine in a local restaurant.Accommodation: Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto
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Day 6
A Day on the Isle of CapriCruise the deep blue waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea to the beautiful Isle of Capri. Enjoy a guided tour of Capri town, watching the beautiful people sip cappuccino in the glamorous piazzetta.Accommodation: Grand Hotel Cesare Augusto
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Day 7
Uncover Pompeii's Ruins and on to Assisi Stays With StoriesExplore the tragic history of the ancient lost city of Pompeii with a Local Specialist. Gain a deeper understanding of what life was like in this Roman settlement that lay buried for centuries after Mount Vesuvius erupted. Continue your journey through the rolling green and golden fields of Umbria, arriving at the mystical hilltop town of Assisi. Meet your Local Specialist for a visit of the stunning Basilica of St. Francis, featuring exquisite frescoes by Giotto. We'll stay at one of Trafalgar's Stays With Stories - a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery.Accommodation: Cenacolo
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Day 8
Onwards to Venice Stays With StoriesWe venture to the Adriatic coast bound for Venice. A city like no other in the world, you'll explore its canals and waterways during your time on the islands of the Venetian Lagoon, home to the artistic tradition of blown glass. Our home for the next two nights is one of Trafalgar’s Stays With Stories.Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Murano
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Day 9
Cruise the Canals of Venice Make Travel MatterThis morning start the day by observing the delicate craft of Venetian glassblowing that spans centuries. Your MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience helps to preserve the traditions that have been handed down through the generations and you’ll be inspired to buy a souvenir to remind you of the talent and skill shared enthusiastically by the master craftsmen. Next you’ll glide by private launch along busy waterways to view the Bridge of Sighs, Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica before exploring the city on your terms. Stroll beside the Grand Canal, nibble on delicious cicchetti at a cozy bacaro or cross the lagoon for an Optional Experience to the colorful fishermen's Island of Burano.Accommodation: Hyatt Centric Murano
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Day 10
Journey to Verona, explore Milan and on to the Italian LakesCelebrate the epic tale of Romeo and Juliet during this morning's visit to the fair city of Verona and view the Roman arena build in the 1st century and famously used for opera these days. Later, experience the fashion capital of Milan. Enjoy free time to explore on your own after an orientation of the city's iconic sights. See the exquisite Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and the Galleria, one of the world's oldest shopping malls. Arrive on the quiet shores of Lake Maggiore, soaking up the pleasant lakeside atmosphere and exploring Baveno. An optional experience takes you to dinner in an iconic setting on Lake Maggiore.Accommodation: Simplon
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Day 11
Explore Lake MaggioreRelax on the shores of Lake Maggiore or take an optional experience taking a scenic train ride through the Alps mountains. This afternoon, the Borromean Islands optional experience is a wonderful way to soak up the incredible beauty of the Italian Lakes.Accommodation: Simplon
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 12
Onwards to La SpeziaEnjoy the sunrise reflected on the picturesque Lake Maggiore, or take a leisurely stroll before you leave your lakeside resort. Later, travel to the port city of La Spezia on the Ligurian Coast.Accommodation: Firenze & Continentale La Spezia
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 13
La Spezia Your WayIndulge in a full free day to soak up the laid-back atmosphere. Stroll along the waterfront or consider joining an optional experience to Porto Venere and the Bay of Poets where you’ll embark on an encounter with the cliffside villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, we dine locally.Accommodation: Firenze & Continentale La Spezia
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 14
Uncover Pisa and on to FlorenceTraveling south through the unforgettable scenery of Tuscany, we arrive in Pisa to view its famous Leaning Tower before continuing to the Renaissance city of Florence. This afternoon is yours at leisure to wander through the grand squares and labyrinthine lanes of Florence, whose connection with the Medici family saw this city become one of the world's most cultural centers. Consider a visit to the Academy of Fine Arts to see the Michelangelo's statue of David, amble along the Arno River or ascend the stone steps up to Piazzale Michelangelo for spectacular views of the city.Accommodation: Grand Mediterraneo
Meals: Breakfast -
Day 15
Discover Renaissance FlorenceJoin a?Local Specialist ?this morning to view the city's finest masterpieces – the magnificent Duomo, Giotto's Bell Tower and the 13th-century Santa Croce Basilica, the final resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. Later, learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. Then, spend the rest of the afternoon as you wish. Walk across the Ponte Vecchio which has straddled the Arno River for almost 700 years, or wander through the Renaissance Boboli Gardens, stopping for a slice or two of? schiacciata along the way.Accommodation: Grand Mediterraneo
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Day 16
All Roads Lead to RomeToday we journey past the sprawling vineyards of Chianti and beneath the hill-towns of Umbria before arriving in Rome. Tour the extraordinary Vatican Museums with a Local Specialist, including views of Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. This evening, Roman flavors and ancient ruins take center stage as you dine at Ristorante Pancrazio, located just a stone’s throw away from where the Emperor Julius Caesar is said to have been assassinated. Toast your travels over a selection of signature Roman dishes handed down over four generations.Accommodation: Shangri-La
Meals: Breakfast Dinner -
Day 17
Journey HomeOur epic encounter with Italy has come to an end. We say?arrivederci to Rome and our newfound friends at the end of our Grand Italian Experience.
Meals: Breakfast
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Dining Summary
- 8 Dinner (D)
- 16 Breakfast (B)
Be My Guest
- Alberobello: Meet Signor Luciano on his Alberobello farm where you can taste seasonal produce, including fresh almonds, cherries, tomatoes and olive oil, as well as enjoy a local stone masonry demonstration at our Be My Guest dinner.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®
- Venice: Discover the ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing and play a part in preserving this traditional craft. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.
Must-see Highlights
- : Explore Rome, Alberobello, Capri, Pompeii, Assisi and Florence
- : Discover Sorrento, Venice and Milan
- : Visit the Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and the Sistine Chapel in Rome, the excavations at Pompeii, the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi and a glassblowing factory in Venice
- : View the ancient sites of Rome, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice, the Cathedral and La Scala Opera House in Milan, the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence
- : Scenic Cruise to the Isle of Capri and by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
Trafalgar Difference
- Assisi: Built to welcome pilgrims visiting Assisi, Hotel Cenacolo is a fully renovated old Franciscan monastery with the original structure maintained, a masterful blend of ancient and modern comforts.
- Venice: Preserving the tradition of Murano glass art, Hyatt Centric Murano Hotel retains its industrial architecture, embodying the spirit of the glass blowers who once plied their trade there.
Whats Included
- : An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- : Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- : All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- : All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- : Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- : Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- : Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- : Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- : Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
- : Optional Experiences and free time
- : On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
Whats Included
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- Return cruise to the Isle of Capri
- Optional Experiences and free time
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
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The entire trip was great, we've cruised over 70 times and 5 bus trips . This was an exceptional trip. Our tour director was the best ever. He went above and beyond.
Our Trafalgar tour to Italy was excellent and worth the wait after having to postpone in both 2020 and 2021. It is a well planned trip with a wide variety of experiences and activities. The tour director, well being coordinator and driver were all very professional and friendly. Very patient in handling the variety of personalities and mobility limitations of some of our fellow travelers. I will travel with them again very soon,
Tour was very interesting and intense. We visited Italy from south to north and from west to east. Had visited a lot of beautiful places, met a lot of knowledgeable tour guides. Tried local food and wine. Our tour director was excellent and very caring, so was our driver. Some days of tour were physically demanding: a lot of walking up and down hills and stairs, which was hard on some people in the group. Hotels, especially in Rome were located on outskirts of city which limited our experience to visit city on our own.
This was an incredible experience! We were so pleased and so appreciative of Trafalgar doing all the planning. We consider Trafalgar tours to offer real value for the price. We loved all the teaching, learning, and funny stories!
Our tour guide and driver where fantastic. Places we visited where amazing. Some of the hotels where below expectations. Some where vary runned down and had mold and mildew. Walls had peeling wall paper and dirty.
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This was an amazing trip, definitely more than we expected it to be. The travel director was amazing making everyone feel heard and tended to everyones needs. The itinerary was busy but without a doubt it was a Grand Experience of Italy, a great first introduction if you never have been and it allows you to see the big sights so when you plan on coming back you know what you want to do more or less of. The best trip by far I have done with Trafalgar.