7 Days 6 Nights Italian Dreams

Day 1 Rome
Welcome to Rome! A glorious city rich in classical antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance Palaces and Baroque Churches. Upon arrival at Rome Airport or Train Station, you will be met and transferred to your Hotel. Check into Hotel by 1400hrs. There is time for leisure to explore or relax. Perhaps spend some time in the boutiques of the Via del Corso or the elegant designer stores in the neighbourhood of the Via Condotti. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 2 Rome – Florence
Breakfast at Hotel. You can today experience the Guided City Panoramic Tour of Rome. This tour introduces you to the grandeur part of the City. Being one of the richest communities in the world, the independent Vatican State holds superb Vatican Museums which you will be able to visit. These include the Treasure House of the Catholic faith with vast collections of ancient and Renaissance Art, gathered by Popes over the ages. Marvel at Raphael’s brilliant work as you continue into the Sistine Chapel, glorious masterpieces of Michelangelo’s frescoes. Now enter St Peter’s Basilica, Observing Michelangelo’s early ‘Pieta’ and Bernini’s ‘Popes’ Altar sited above the spot where St Peter is reputed to have been crucified. Cross the Tiber to hear tales of the glory of Ancient Rome as you view the Colosseum and overlook the Forum. Later we proceed to Florence. Arrive and check into Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 3 Florence – Pisa – Venice

Breakfast at Hotel. Today you will embark on a Guided Walking Tour of Florence. This itinerary allows you to discover the origins of Florence and the reasons that made her the birthplace of the Renaissance. The tour which lasts about 2 hours, is dedicated to all those who wish to learn more about the facts and secrets of over 2,000 years of Florentine History. Visit the City of Dante, and view the magnificent works and Art from artists such as Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, and other important figures. We leave Piazza della Repubblica where we discuss the City’s Roman origins, then walk towards Palazzo Davanzati where we shall take an inside tour. Afterwards we amble through some of the less crowded streets towards Ponte Vecchio and finally enter Piazza Signoria through the Uffizi Courtyard. From this main Piazza and Civic Center our tour takes us past the Oratory of the Bonomini next to the House of Dante until we reach the City’s religious centre. The tour finishes with the Cathedral and the Baptistery of St. John. Later we proceed to Pisa where we will see the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Later we will leave and move onto Venice where we travel by Water Boat (Included) to the Hotel onto Venice Island and check into the Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 4 Venice

Breakfast at Hotel. Today you will take a Panoramic Walking Guided Tour of Venice. This interesting tour is centred around the history of St. Mark’s Square and its main monuments. We will be visiting the St. Mark’s Basilica with its marble and mosaics, and the Ducal Palace where the old Republic of Venice exercised their political and commercial powers in the Doge Palace. Next we will cross the Bridge of Sighs arriving at the famous Venice Jail. Finishing off the tour is a chance to visit the glass factory on the island of Murano. (The visit to Murano is optional and not included in the Walking Tour). The rest of the afternoon you are free to explore Venice. Afternoon is free at your leisure to explore Venice. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 5 Venice – Verona – Milan
Breakfast at Hotel. You will proceed to the mainland by Water Taxi (Included) and meet your Vehicle where you will be driven to Milan via Verona. Rest of the day is free at leisure. Check into Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 6 Milan
Breakfast at Hotel. A Milan Guided City Panoramic Tour will include a panoramic view of the city with your tour guide. Later there will be a one hour walking tour of Milan which will include a visit to The Duomo. Afternoon is free at leisure. Overnight at Hotel.

Day 7 Milan
Breakfast at Hotel. Day free at leisure until departure transfer to Airport.