Italian Holidays
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating seven-day journey through the heart of Europe with our meticulously planned multi-day tour. This adventure is designed to immerse you in the rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes of Italy. From the enchanting Italian lakes to the romantic city of Verona, the timeless beauty of Venice, the spiritual aura of Padua and Assisi, to the eternal city of Rome, every day promises a new discovery. Experience the thrill of exploring medieval towns, marvel at the architectural grandeur of basilicas, and indulge in the local cuisine. Whether you're a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, this tour has something for everyone.
Included
Includes arrival transfer
Evening transfer: Trastevere in Rome
Train: Orta
Basic insurance is included on this tour. The policy comes into effect on arriving at the destination, at the start of the services with Europamundo and it expires when the circuit arranged by our company has ended.
English speaking tour in: VENICE, PERUGIA, ROME
Please note also that your tour guide might be changed once or several times during the tour. On some tours, according to the number of passengers, the service may be provided in bilingual (usually in English and Spanish), either accompanied by two tour leaders, one for each language, or a single tour leader for smaller groups explaining in both languages.
EXCURSION TO THE BORROMEAN ISLANDS (2 HRS 30 MIN)(50 EUR)
Visit to the famous Borromean Islands, the most popular
and visited tourist site in lake Maggiore. This archipelago still
belongs to the powerful Borromeo family from Milan. It offers some of
the most fascinating and unique sites in the north of Italy. We will
travel by ship to visit the Isola Bella where the famous baroque palace
was built in honor of Borromeo’s wife Isabella. This palace has borne
witness to many events in the history of Italy. We will admire its
magnificent hanging gardens designed in terraces with their French style
symetric structure, as well as its many sculptures and floral diversity
in order to feel the special magic found in this place. Afterwards, we
will visit the Isola dei Pescatori, the only one that is really
inhabited. We will walk through its characteristic street network. We
will take the opportunity to lunch on this beautiful island. -Barco con parada en las dos islas.
-Entradas al Palacio Borromeo.
-Servicio de nuestro guía.. 20 number of people required.
GONDOLA RIDE IN VENICE (20MIN)(40 EUR)
A
gondola ride along the Canals of Venice
is on the wish list of every traveller who visits “the city of the water streets”. For any mythomaniacs, a gondola ride in
Venice is nothing but
a romantic dream coming true
. There is only one
Venice, and the gondola ride is the unique opportunity to get to know the city
from the right perspective, the water line.
So, get ready for an unforgettable ride in
the narrow canals of a city that has
existed for more than 1,200 years
.
This boat, the gondola, is undoubtedly one of the most emblematic images of Venice and one of the most recognisable icons in the world. In the past it was the symbol of elegance and extravagance, why almost every king in Europe wanted gondolas in the lakes and canals of their palaces.
For our gondola excursion, we have chosen
a special route that runs along part of the Canal Grande
, the most elegant avenue in the city. But we will
also
enter the small c
anals
, of which many are only accessible by boat. In these narrow straits, we will get the best opportunity to see the gondolier, in his traditional uniform, demonstrate his skills to navigate the vessel around sharp corners and under beautiful bridges.
To make the excursion perfect, our procession of
gondolas will be accompanied by musicians
who with their traditional songs will create the soundtrack for your visit to Venice. -Excursion accompanied by an Europamundo guide until the starting point of the cruise.
-Gondolas reserved in advance to avoid waiting time
-20 minutes canal cruise in shared gondola up to 5 persons in each gondola
-Gondola ride accompanied by two musicians in separate vessel. 15 number of people required.
SAILING AROUND THE VENICE LAGOON (2HRS)(40 EUR)
We sail towards the north of the lagoon passing by the island of San Michele where there is a monumental cemetery and then by the island of MURANO.
We continue sailing until we reach the islands of BURANO and TORCELLO, the northernmost islands of the lagoon.
Sailing along the eastern side of the lagoon we pass the island of SAN FRANCESCO DEL DESERTO and the long peninsula of Punta Sabbioni, the Venetians´ beach.
We will be able to admire the Mose plan, the last masterpiece of high engineering technology, which helps Venice during the phenomenon of high tides and separates the Adriatic Sea and the inner lagoon of Venice.
We continue to the canal where the Lido of Venice is located, famous for its prestigious Hotel Excelsior and above all where the Palazzo del Cinema is located, where every year the Venice Film Festival takes place.
We enter the canal in the south of Venice admiring the 2 famous islands:
ISOLA DEGLI ARMENI and SAN SERVOLO also called the island of the madmen.
We will pass through the Finance canal where you can admire the famous HOTEL CIPRIANI and we will end the navigation entering again in the Bacino of San Marco.
-Private panoramic boat
-Explanation with local guide.
-A refreshing drink and a snack.
NOTE: Occasionally due to low winter visibility, this excursion on the Venice lagoon will not be operational.. 25 number of people required.
THE BAROQUE ROME. A TOUR AROUND THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SQUARES AND FOUNTAINS (2 HRS 30 MIN)(35 EUR)
This excursion is essential to complete your stay in Rome. You can enjoy
the great Rome of Bernini and Borromini, the great baroque Rome with
its beautiful fountains, squares and obelisks. That Rome that the Popes
created. We will make a complete tour knowing: Lungotevere, Ara Pacis,
Porta Pinciana, Via Veneto, Plaza de España with its wonderful fountain
of the boat and its staircase Trinidad de los Montes, Fontana de Trevi
where you can fulfill the rite of throwing your coin, Piazza Colona ,
Pantheon, possibly the best preserved archaeological temple of ancient
Rome and we will finish in the extraordinary Piazza Navona. An important
part of this excursion is done on foot enjoying the center and heart of
Rome. -Transportation by bus starting from St. Peter’s Square to Piazza di Spagna, the starting point of the walking tour.
-Walking tour conducted by a specialized guide.
-Several photo stops at the most iconic sites
-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 15 number of people required.
VATICAN MUSEUMS, SISTINE CHAPEL AND ST. PETER’S BASILICA-GM (3 HRS)(70 EUR)
Accompanied by an expert guide, we will visit the most important rooms of the Vatican Museums: gallery of tapestries, sculptures, paintings and other rooms in which we will have the opportunity to appreciate some of the most important works of art of classical and Renaissance antiquity. Our highlight will be the Sistine Chapel, dazzling after its brilliant restoration. Finally, we will visit the Basilica, where we can see Michelangelo´s Pieta, the Baldachin of San Pedro and the dome of Michelangelo.
"Due to
to high demand and limited availability,
we advise you to purchase this activity in advance."
Secure
your participation!
-Entrance ticket to the Vatican Museum and St. Peter’s Basilica
-Entrance through the priority lane, to eliminate waiting time
-Visit conducted by an authorized and specialized guide
-Audio devices to ensure that all participants can hear the guide throughout the tour. 20 number of people required.
MILAN
: NH MILANO 2 or THE HUB or BELSTAY MILANO LINATE
Verona
: MAXIM or AIRPORT HOTEL VERONA or SHG HOTEL CATULLO
VENECIA
: DELFINO or ELITE or SIRIO
PERUGIA
: PERUGIA PARK HOTEL or LA MERIDIANA or BEST WESTERN QUATROTTORRI
ROMA
: ERGIFE or MIDAS or ELE GREEN PARK HOTEL PAMPHILI
We know how important hotels are on your trip. The hotels have been selected taking into consideration quality, price and location. They are located in the cities we visit, most of them not in the city center but all of them with easy access to public transportation nearby. Our accommodation is not based on luxury hotels. Please keep in mind that standards, bed sizes and room dimensions can vary between hotels of the same class in different locations. All rooms are equipped with private bathroom and TV. Some of them also offer a mini-bar, safe box, and hair dryer. Many hotels, mainly in North Europe, do not have air conditioning or local legislation establishes limited dates of use.
Destinations
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival
Day 1: Arrival
Welcome to the start of your European adventure! Upon your arrival at the airport, our team will be ready to escort you to your hotel. Take this time to settle in, relax, and prepare for the exciting journey ahead. Don't forget to check the hotel reception for details about the welcome meeting with your guide and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Orta de San Giulio - Stresa - Verona
- Orta San Giulio
- Turin
- Villafranca di Verona
- More
- Basilica di San Giulio
- Linea Cadorna
- Isola dei Pescatori
- Lake Maggiore Zipline
- More
Today, we'll explore the stunning region of the Italian lakes. Our first stop is the medieval city of Orta de San Giulio by Lake Orta. We'll take a scenic train ride to the city center and a boat trip to the serene Island of San Giulio. Next, we head to Lake Maggiore, stopping at the charming town of Stresa. Here, you'll have the option to visit the Borromean Islands, including the beautiful Isola Bella with its palace and gardens. After a leisurely lunch, we'll continue our journey to the romantic city of Verona.
Day 3 – Day 3: Verona - Venice
- Venice
- More
- Piazza San Marco
- Murano lighthouse
- More
After a brief exploration of Verona, we'll set off for the enchanting city of Venice. Upon arrival, we'll embark on a boat trip to the iconic St. Mark's Square. A local guide will accompany us on a stroll around the City of Canals, where we'll also get a chance to admire the exquisite Murano glasswork. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your leisure. Perhaps a gondola ride? We'll spend the night in the Mestre district.
Day 4 – Day 4: Padua - San Marino - Gubbio - Perugia
- Padua
- San Marino
- Gubbio
- More
- Palazzo dei Consoli
- Saint Domenico
- More
Today, we'll journey to Padua, a city revered by many pilgrims, to visit the magnificent Saint's Basilica. Next, we'll head to the Adriatic coast to explore San Marino, a small independent country atop a fortified mountain. After a delightful lunch, we'll traverse the picturesque mountain countryside to reach Gubbio, a beautifully preserved town known for its Palace of Consuls and 12th-century cathedral. Our final destination for the day is Perugia.
Day 5 – Day 5: Perugia - Assisi - Rome
- Perugia
- Assisi
- More
- Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi
- More
We'll start the day by exploring Perugia, a historic city also known as the City of Chocolate. A local guide will lead us through its stone streets and squares. Next, we'll visit Assisi, where we'll have time for lunch and a visit to the Basilica of St Francis. In the afternoon, we'll arrive in Rome, the eternal city.
Day 6 – Day 6: Vatican - Trastevere
- Rome
- More
- St. Clement Basilica
- Roman Forum
- La Bicocca
- Trajan Forum
- More
Today, we'll embark on a scenic tour of Rome, starting with a visit to the Vatican, the heart of Christianity. Here, you'll have the opportunity to visit St. Peter's Basilica. We'll also explore the Imperial Forums, a complex of monumental buildings and squares that were the center of political activity in Imperial Rome. In the evening, we'll head to the Trastevere area, known for its narrow cobbled streets, medieval churches, and local eateries serving a variety of cuisines.
Day 7 – Day 7: Departure
- Rome - Departure day
- More
After breakfast, our unforgettable journey through Italy will come to an end. We hope you leave with your hearts full of wonderful memories that will last a lifetime.
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