The Splendors of Italy
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through the heart of Italy, exploring its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes. This multi-day tour offers an immersive experience, taking you from the ancient capital of Rome to the enchanting city of Venice, with stops at charming towns and iconic landmarks along the way. Discover the architectural marvels of Rome, the Tuscan jewels of Siena and San Gimignano, the Renaissance gem of Florence, and the magical canals of Venice. Enjoy wine tasting in the heart of Chianti vineyards, marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and experience the spiritual tranquility of Assisi. This tour is a perfect blend of guided visits, optional excursions, and free time, allowing you to tailor your experience to your interests.
Included
Buffet breakfasts daily; 3 dinners
jain, vegetarian, vegan, halal, kosher, meat
Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; canal transfer boat in Venice; mini-train in Pisa
8 nights in handpicked hotels
Local Guides for city sightseeing in Rome, Florence; professional Tour Director while touring
The health and safety of our guests remains our top priority and while we highly recommend that travellers are vaccinated against COVID-19,
after 1 March, 2023
, we will no longer require it. Destinations and other transportation operators – like airlines – have their own rules and regulations. It will be up to the responsibility of our guests to understand and comply with those policies to move freely across the globe.
The Globus family of brands previous policy – requiring all guests be vaccinated against COVID-19 –
remains in effect until 1 March
, 2023. Anyone travelling before that date on a Globus, Cosmos or Avalon Waterways holiday must be fully vaccinated.
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The following requirements are in place traveling Internationally throughout 2021 and domestically beginning Sept. 1, 2021:
- Full vaccination against COVID-19 in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Vaccination documentation must include information that identifies the person and vaccination date(s). Proof of full vaccination must show that official vaccination dose(s) were administered at least 14-days prior to the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands. Globus accepts vaccines authorized or recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO), Centers for Disease Control (CDC), European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Travelers may encounter additional requirements if their vaccine is not recognized by the travel destination.
- For children who do not qualify for vaccination, one of the two forms of documentation are required to travel:
1) Verifiable negative COVID-19 test result in the form of written documentation (paper or electronic copy), in English. Testing must be performed by an entity recognized by your government of residence, using a viral test (NAAT/PCR or antigen). The test result documentation must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A negative test result must show the test was done within 72 hours before the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.
2) If you recovered from COVID-19 in the last three months, and have met the criteria to end isolation, you may travel instead with documentation of recovery, which includes a positive test result and a letter from your health care provider that states you have been cleared to end isolation (return to work, travel, etc.) The test result documentation and letter must include information that identifies the person, a specimen collection date and the type of test. A positive test result must show test was done within 3 months of the start of your first service purchased from the Globus family of brands.
A SAFE & WARM WELCOME:
We will enact new tour check-in procedures and pre-trip health screenings to offer guests a safe start to their journey, including adherence to social distancing requirements.
BLENDING CULTURAL PROXIMITY WITH SOCIAL DISTANCE:
We will ensure safe distances for our guests throughout the journey, on coach and during excursions. This includes providing masks for our guests use at any time where social proximity could be an issue as well as the possibility of reducing group sizes, if required. And wireless listening technology—including our Go Beyond Devices in Europe—enables safe distances between our guests and other travelers on excursions.
FOCUS ON GUEST AND TEAM MEMBER HEALTH:
To ensure a healthy environment for our team and our guests, we will conduct regular temperature checks for both guests and our team, and when necessary, masks will be worn by our team when with guests.
TOUCHING HEARTS, NOT HANDS:
Traveling with Cosmos removes many of the “touch points” of travel, including luggage handling, check in/out, expedited entry into attractions and more. We are further reducing risk with hands-free services, including all self-services replaced by staff, including buffet meals replaced with table service. We will also ensure hand sanitizing is available throughout each trip, on coach and in hotels.
COMMITMENT TO CLEAN:
As a part of our commitment to clean, we are requiring enhanced cleaning procedures with our hotel partners, on our motorcoaches, vehicles and throughout every trip, including additional daily disinfecting procedures that go above-and-beyond our already strict health and safety procedures.
PARTNERS IN DISCOVERY AND IN HEALTH:
Cosmos has strict health and safety protocols, which have been in place for years, focused on ensuring all aspects of our operation—from vehicles and equipment used on trip to excursions and hotel procedures. This process will continue with new, elevated health and safety checks, to maintain our promise that each touch-point of our tours and cruises are considered in our commitment to guest and team member well-being.
Headsets throughout the tour
Map
Attractions
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Rome
Day 1 – Day 1: Arrival in Rome
Day 1: Arrival in Rome
Upon arrival in Rome, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring the ancient capital at your leisure. In the evening, meet your Tour Director and fellow travelers.
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Rome
Day 2 – Day 2: Exploring Rome
Day 2: Exploring Rome
- Basilica of San Clemente
- Aurelian Walls
- Cappella Chigi
- Arch of Constantine
- Colosseum
- Church of Jesus and Mary
- Circus Maximus
- More
Immerse yourself in the history and vibrancy of Rome, the 'Eternal City'. Begin your day with a guided introduction to Rome's landmarks, starting from St. Peter's Square. Enjoy a scenic drive along the Tiber River, passing by the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Conclude your day with a walk from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and the iconic Colosseum.
Day 3 – Day 3: Orvieto and Siena
Day 3 – Day 3: Orvieto and Siena
- Orvieto
- Siena
- More
- Orvieto Underground
- Piazza del Campo
- More
Journey to the charming town of Orvieto in the Umbria region, where you'll visit the black basalt and travertine cathedral, a stunning example of Italian Gothic architecture. Continue to Siena, a Tuscan gem, where you'll have time to explore the town and its focal point, the world-renowned Piazza del Campo, famous for its medieval-style Palio horse race.
Day 4 – Day 4: San Gimignano, Chianti, and Montecatini
Day 4 – Day 4: San Gimignano, Chianti, and Montecatini
- Siena
- Montecatini Terme
- More
- SanGimignano1300
- More
Arrive in San Gimignano, a Tuscan treasure, and marvel at its medieval squares, town walls, streets, alleyways, and 14 towers. Journey into the heart of the Chianti vineyards, where the famous Chianti Classico wines are produced. Stop in Greve for a wine tasting at a local estate. Arrive in Montecatini in time to join an optional Tuscan farm dinner.
Day 5 – Day 5: Florence
Day 5 – Day 5: Florence
- Montecatini Terme
- More
- Palazzo Vecchio
- Walls of Malmantile
- Piazza del Duomo, San Gimignano
- Giotto's Bell Tower
- Piazza della Signoria
- Loggia dei Lanzi
- More
Spend the day in Florence, the Renaissance gem and city of the Medicis. Wander at leisure and admire the city's timeless beauty. Join the included walking tour with a Local Guide, featuring the city's highlights, including Piazza Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, Loggia dei Lanzi, and Piazza del Duomo with its cathedral, Giotto's Campanile, and the magnificent Gates of Paradise.
Day 6 – Day 6: Pisa and Venice
Day 6 – Day 6: Pisa and Venice
- Pisa
- Venice
- More
- Leaning Tower of Pisa
- More
In the morning, drive to Pisa and enjoy a mini-train ride to see the impressive Square of Miracles and the iconic Leaning Tower. Continue across the wooded Apennine hills into the farmlands of the Po Valley to the Venice area.
Day 7 – Day 7: Venice
Day 7 – Day 7: Venice
- Venice
- More
- Venetian Arsenal
- Piazza San Marco
- More
Experience the magic of Venice, a city like no other with its crisscrossing canals, gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. Your day begins with a boat ride to St. Mark's Square, followed by free time to explore. Don't miss the chance to watch Venetian glassblowers create their delicate works of art, a tradition dating back centuries. You may also choose to join an optional gondola ride, complete with a local troubadour serenading you.
Day 8 – Day 8: Assisi and Return to Rome
Day 8 – Day 8: Assisi and Return to Rome
- Venice
- Assisi
- More
- Basilica di Santa Chiara
- More
Travel across the Po Delta and into the green Apennines to Umbria. Stop in the medieval town of Assisi, the birthplace of St. Francis in 1182. Visit the town and the upper and lower basilicas with a Local Guide, then head back to Rome.
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure
Day 9: Departure
Your unforgettable Italian journey concludes after breakfast. Safe travels!
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