Day 1  

Departure from the USA bound for Italy!

Day 2

Venice   We are met by our European Institute Tour Director and accompanied to our centrally located hotel, before we begin exploring this incredible city.

Venice   This morning we have an in depth walking tour of the city with our local guide, where we visit the Basilica of Saint Mark, the Doges Palace, cross through the inside of the Bridge of Sighs and down into the prison from where Casanova made his daring escape.

Florence Area   Today we head south via the imposing city of Padova and the tomb of Saint Anthony. We continue to the city of Ravenna to visit the mosaics at the Church of San Vitale.

Florence Area   This morning we have an in depth city tour with our local guide where we visit the Accademia museum, the Duomo, the Signoria Square and the Santa Croce church.

After a Florentine leatherwork demonstration there is the opportunity to take an optional tour either to Siena or remarkable San Giminiano.

Pompeii Area   Today our voyage takes us down the country to the flourishing city of Naples where we visit the Archaeological Museum.

Pompeii Area  Today we build on what we learnt at the Archaeological Museum when we visit the ancient city of Pompeii with our local guide.

Then, off across the bay of Naples to the beautiful island of Capri. Here you have the opportunity to visit the Blue Grotto (weather permitting).

We also visit Capri town and beautiful AnaCapri.

Rome   Today to the capital! After checking in at our hotel we visit the Basilica of Saint Peter, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel with our local guide.

This evening our tour director takes us on a Walking Tour to see the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and the Pantheon.

Rome  This morning we learn about the incredible Roman Empire. On our walking tour we see the Coliseum, the Roman Forum, the unique Trajan market, the Pantheon and the remarkable Column of Marcus Aurelius.

This afternoon is free to shop for those last minute gifts and souvenirs. This evening we have our farewell dinner in an Opera restaurant where not only do we have a fabulous meal but also are serenaded by professional opera singers, the perfect way to end our Viaggio Italiano!

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