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 Best of Italy and Greece
Tour Type: Regional ExplorerBrochure Type Europe & Britain 2025 v1Admire the art and architecture of Rome and the rich cultural heritage of Florence. Visit the monasteries of Meteora and see the site of the most important oracle in the classical world. Be My Guest- Florence Eight generations of history with plenty of stories to tell. Enjoy a local Tuscan Be My Guest dinner with Count Miari Fulcis on his 15th-century organic olive oil estate in the Tuscan hills, used as a location for many famous films like 'Room wi
Dining Summary- 5 Dinner (D)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
Iconic Experience- Discover Rome on a driving orientation and after-hours visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin. Get up close to the legendary Mouth of Truth, an ancient Roman marble mask said to bite any liar who places their hand in the mask's mouth. Dare to
- Delphi With your Local Specialist, walk to The Sacred Way once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where people once sought divine wisdom from the mysteri
- Florence See the area around Santa Croce Basilica, famous for the quality of its luxury goods, and witness a gold and leatherwork demonstration.
- Rome Be inspired by the magnificence of Michelangelo and da Vinci at the Vatican Museums.
- Meteora With a Local Specialist, visit one of the remarkable centuries-old monasteries of Meteora, teetering on towers of rock and arguably the most spectacular place to visit in Greece.
- Athens Delve into Athens with a Local Specialist. See the iconic highlights of this ancient city, from the Acropolis to the site of the first modern Olympics.
- Rome Discover ancient treasures of Rome with a Local Specialist. See Circus Maximus and the Ancient Forum, and stand beside the Colosseum, which bears witness to the limitless courage of the gladiators.
- Rome During an orientation with your Travel Director see the medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and Baroque churches scattered throughout the city.
- Vatican Visit Vatican City and tour St. Peter's Basilica with a Local Specialist. Witness the early genius of Michelangelo as you take in the Pietà .
- Florence Join a Local Specialist to view the multi-colored marble cathedral, bell tower and baptistery, adorned by Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise. Visit the political heart of the city, Signoria Square.
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER- Venice Learn about the history and ancient skill of Venetian glassblowing, playing your role in ensuring the survival of this traditional craft through your visit.
Must-see Highlights- Fast Track Entrance to the Vatican Museums
- View the ancient sites of Rome, the Duomo and Baptistery in Florence, the Doge's Palace and the Basilica in Venice and the Parthenon, Royal Palace and the Temple of Zeus in Athens
- See Hadrian's Arch in Athens
- Explore Rome, Florence, Delphi and Athens with a Local Specialist
- Scenic Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square in Venice
Whats Included- All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
- All porterage and restaurant gratuities
- Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
- Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
- An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
- European flight from Milan to Athens
- Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
- Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
- Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
- On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
- Optional Experiences and free time
- Four-night Aegean Cruise
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| Details | | Trafalgar Tours | | Offer valid through 3/31/2025 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Rome | Ciao Rome: Benvenuti a Roma! Open your heart to a whirlwind of antiquities and local flavors. Join your Travel Director for an introduction to the 'Eternal City' on an orientation drive to Basilica Santa Maria in Cosmedin for a private after-hours visit to the Mouth of Truth. See the church, crypt and relics of the famous saint of love, Valentine, and learn about the legend of the Mouth of Truth. This evening, enjoy a light supper with your travel companions.
Accommodations: Midas Palace Hotel | | Day 2 | Rome | Discover Ancient Rome and the Vatican City: See the Circus Maximus where chariot races were held and enjoy an orientation around the walls of the Colosseum. Later, visit St. Peter's Basilica and view Michelangelo's Pietà with a Local Specialist. There's time afterwards to explore the city on your own or simply relax and watch the world go by.
Accommodations: Midas Palace Hotel | | Day 3 | Florence | Journey to Renaissance Florence Dive Into Culture Connect with Locals: This morning, head to the Vatican Museums with a Local Specialist. Admire Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Later, drive north to Renaissance Florence in Tuscany. Tonight, Connect With Locals at a Be My Guest experience in the Chianti countryside.
Accommodations: Villa Neroli | | Day 4 | Venice | Venture to Venice (Mestre): Your Local Specialist reveals Florence's rich cultural heritage during your walking tour. Visit Piazza della Signoria, with its impressive sculptures, and imposing palazzi. View the marble Duomo and the famous Baptistry, renowned for its bronze doors with relief sculptures and the Ponte Vecchio. Learn about the quality and workmanship of one of this city's historic industries at a demonstration of Florentine leathercraft. Then travel through the Apennines and cross the Veneto plains to Venice. This evening, you may choose to take a gondola ride along the city's enchanting canals.
Accommodations: Novotel Mestre Castellana | | Day 5 | Venice | Explore the Floating City Make Travel Matter: Cruise by private launch to St. Mark's Square to see the Bridge of Sighs, St. Mark's Square, St. Mark's Basilica and the ornate Doge's Palace. Later, you'll enjoy a memorable MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience where you'll witness the ancient Venetian tradition of glassblowing. You'll learn how the talented master craftsmen are using the same techniques their forefathers once did and how your visit helps to preserve this delicate art for generations to come. Don't resist the urge to buy a souvenir to remember the special experience before enjoying the rest of the day to explore Venice your way. You could choose to spend a lazy evening watching the traffic on the busy waterways with a Venetian Spritz, or consider taking an Optional Experience to one of the islands in the lagoon.
Accommodations: Novotel Mestre Castellana | | Day 6 | Athens | Onwards to Greece: Today we travel through Lombardy. The region is Italy's commercial powerhouse bordering Switzerland with lakes and mountains in the north and plains to the south. Later we board our flight to Athens.
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Athens | | Day 7 | Kalambaka | Monasteries of Meteora on the way to Kalambaka: Travel north to Kalambaka and the astonishing UNESCO-listed monasteries of Meteora. These are some of the largest and most important complexes of Eastern Orthodox monasteries in Greece. Your Local Specialist will guide you on a visit to two of the six monasteries built on sandstone rocks that tower above the town.
Accommodations: Amalia Kalambaka | | Day 8 | Delphi | Onwards to Legendary Delphi: Drive south towards Mount Parnassos and Delphi, where we will stay overnight. Join a Local Specialist and see the site of the most important oracle in the classical world and walk the Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo where athletes competed in the Pythian Games. Join a fun, interactive Greek Culinary Optional Experience and taste your creations along with other dishes prepared by your cheery chef.
Accommodations: Amalia Delphi | | Day 9 | Athens | Off to Historic Athens: We depart the 'navel of the earth' today and travel to Athens where we'll discover the city's rich heritage during our morning sightseeing tour with a Local Specialist. Marvel at the Agora, the Royal Palace, the Temple of Zeus and the Acropolis. See Hadrian's Arch and the stadium where the first modern Olympics took place in 1896. Indulge in a Farewell Dinner to celebrate the end of your trip.
Accommodations: Crowne Plaza Athens | | Day 10 | Athens | Farewell Athens: Say goodbye to your fellow travelers and Travel Director after an unforgettable journey.
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class |
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