Gladiators Gondolas and Gold
Trip Itinerary
Day 1
ARRIVE ROME
Ciao Roma! Feast your eyes and your stomach on the Eternal City - the launch pad for an unforgettable adventure with la famiglia. Tread in the footsteps of the ancients before meeting with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Kick-Off Party that will rock Rome.
Day 2
ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME
Join a Local Specialist to delve into centuries of history and culture, including a guided tour of the Vatican Museums. Gaze up at the wonder of Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel and explore the Catholic shrine of St. Peter's Basilica. Venture across the Tiber to the Colosseum imagining a time when brave warriors fought to the thunderous roar of thousands.
Day 3
ROME – VISIT A GLADIATOR SCHOOL
Book your spot on the podium. It's time to become a gladiator for the day. You'll learn how to wield a gladiator's sword and gain insights into military techniques with an expert. This afternoon, you'll have some free time to explore the city with the family. Perhaps count the Spanish Steps or toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain to secure your speedy return to Rome. Then it's time for a cheesy family affair as we 'Dive Into Culture' and learn how to make authentic Italian pizza, sharing a tasty slice or two of our culinary masterpiece with our loved ones.
Day 4
ROME – PISA – FLORENCE
Set your watch to Italian time and embark on a scenic drive north through Tuscany's golden fields. Stop in Pisa to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site Piazza del Duomo to snap a selfie in front of the famous Leaning Tower. Carry on to the Renaissance city of Florence, our home for the next three nights.
Day 5
FLORENCE SIGHTSEEING
The exquisite sights of Florence are brought to life on a walking tour in the expert company of a Local Specialist. See the magnificent Gothic Duomo and famous Baptistery before marvelling at Michelangelo's statue of David at the Academy of Fine Arts. Learn about the quality and workmanship of two of this city's historic industries at demonstrations of Florentine leathercraft and 18-carat gold. Where better to 'Dive Into Culture' and indulge in a refreshing gelato than in the city where it was invented. Tonight we 'Connect With Locals' joining a local family for a Be My Guest dinner enjoying delicious specialities against the backdrop of picture-perfect olive groves and vineyards. Salute!
Day 6
FLORENCE FREE DAY
A full day at leisure to enjoy this remarkable Renaissance city. Florence is a living museum that you can explore on foot. Perhaps join an Optional Experience to the 'Town of Towers' - San Gimignano.
Day 7
FLORENCE – BOLOGNA – VENICE
Stop and smell the rich aromas of Bolognese sauce, spending the morning with a Local Specialist to explore the medieval city of Bologna. Then it's just a hop, skip and a jump to the island city of Venice. Discover the Queen of the Adriatic from the comfort of one of its traditional gondolas on an Optional Experience.
Day 8
VENICE – CANAL CRUISE AND ORIENTATION
'Dive Into Culture' and witness first-hand the exquisite tradition of Venetian glassblowing. Learn about the art of crafting Carnival masks, before cruising to bustling St. Mark's Square on a private launch. View the famous Bridge of Sighs, so named for the sound condemned prisoners made at catching their last glimpse of beautiful Venice, the exquisite Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Basilica and the Campanile. The afternoon is yours to explore - in search of the cosiest trattoria in town.
Day 9
SECRET VENICE WALKING TOUR AND VISIT TO THE RIALTO FOOD MARKET
Navigating the bustling canals to the Rialto Bridge, we embrace the sights and sounds of Venice from the water before 'Diving Into Culture' to savour the flavours of Italy during a visit to an ancient food market. We delve into the hidden highlights of Venice during a Small Group Sightseeing walking tour, working up an appetite for our Farewell Lunch at a local restaurant.
Day 10
DEPART VENICE
Our unforgettable journey together has come to an end. All that's left to say is a hearty arrivederci as you prepare to return home with fantastic shared memories. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply.
Prices, Dates, Hotels & Conditions
CHANGE CURRENCY
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DEPARTURES 2019 | PRICE FROM |
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MAY 31 | 2180 |
JUNE 7, 14, 21, 28 | 2180 |
JULY 5, 12, 19, 26 | 2153 |
AUG 2, 9, 16 | 2135 |
SEP 13, 20 | 2180 |
YOUR ESCORTED MOTORCOACH TOUR INCLUDES
- Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout
- Deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach with onboard restroom facilities
- Hotel accommodations as specified or similar
- Sightseeing as specified
- Hotel taxes; service charges; and baggage (one suitcase per person)
SIGHTSEEING HIGHLIGHTS
- VIP ADMISSION to the Vatican Museums
- CITY TOUR in Rome, Florence, Bologna and Venice
- VISIT St. Peter's Basilica, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum in Rome and the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence
- CRUISE by private launch to St. Mark's Square
- VIEW the ancient sites of Rome, Santa Croce Basilica and the Duomo in Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, St. Mark's Basilica in Venice
- SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING guided walking tour of 'Secret Venice' to the Rialto food market, with a group size of no more than 25 guests
DINING HIGHLIGHTS
- 9 hot buffet breakfasts
- 1 lunch
- 4 dinners
TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS
- The tour is operated by Trafalgar
- Family Fun:
Learn how to make pizza and share your masterpiece with the family (Day 3).
Discover the great Venetian tradition of Carnival masks and create your own (Day 8).
- Connect with Locals: Enjoy 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 with a View' and 'Tea with Mussolini' (Day 5)
- Dive into Culture:
Experience life as a gladiator with an included visit to a Gladiator School in Rome (Day 3).
Learn how to make authentic pizza in Rome and then savour the taste of your creation (Day 3).
Indulge in an Italian gelato at a local gelateria in Florence (Day 5).
Learn about the Venetian tradition of carnival masks and paint your own to take home and visit a glassblowing workshop on Giudecca Island (Day 8).
- Local Specialists: For included sightseeing in Rome, Florence, Bologna and Venice
NIGHT | CITY | HOTEL ACCOMMODATION |
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1-2-3 | Rome | Crowne Plaza St. Peter's |
4-5-6 | Florence | Grand Mediterraneo |
7-8-9 | Venice | Novotel Venezia Mestre Castellana |
PRE & POST HOTELS
PRE: Rome, Crowne Plaza St. Peter's
POST: Venice, Novotel Venezia Mestre Castellana
OPTIONAL EXPERIENCES
We offer a range of optional experiences and entertainment options to complement our trips. These are purchased when you are on your trip.