In Europe, hotel rooms are generally smaller than in North America. There are rarely two double beds in a room. Triple rooms usually feature one double bed and one single bed or three single beds or one double bed and one foldaway bed or two single beds and one foldaway bed. Some types of sports equipment, including golf bags, etc., are not accepted in the rooms. They have to be kept in a specific area, which is usually locked

All hotels provide towels; some do not offer face cloths. In most European countries the current is 220V.
YOUR TOUR INCLUDES

• Roundtrip flight in Economy Class
• Roundtrip transfer between the airport and the hotel on tour dates
• Transportation in air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
• Hotel taxes and service charges
• The meals and visits mentioned in the tour description
• Baggage handling for one suitcase per person on tour
• 10 hot or cold buffet breakfasts, 1 lunch, 7 dinners including a welcome dinner with wine and show in Rome
• 10 nights' double accommodation in 4-star hotels, with private facilities
• All highlighted attractions
• Audio headsets for the duration of the tour
YOUR TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE

• Excess baggage
• Meals other than those detailed
• Optional tours
• Gratuities
• All drinks and wine
• Items of a personal nature

ITINERARY

Coach tour

15 DAYS / 13 NIGHTS

• 4 nights in Rome
• * 2 nights in Florence
• * 1 night in Venice
• * 1 night in San Marino
• * 2 nights in Sorrento
• * 3 nights in Amalfi

DAY 1: Departure for Rome
Overnight flight to Rome.

DAY 2: Arrive Rome (2 nights)
On arrival in Rome, meet your tour escort and then transfer to your hotel. Spend the afternoon discovering the Eternal City at your leisure. Overnight in Rome. (Dinner)

DAY 3: Rome
This morning, after a guided visit of St. Peter's square and Basilica, go on a walking tour to see the Capitol, the Forum and the Colosseum (exterior). The afternoon will be at your leisure. In the evening, enjoy a wonderful walking tour through Baroque Rome before a welcome dinner with wine with your travelcompanions. Overnight in Rome. (Breakfast, Welcome Dinner)

DAY 4: Rome / Siena / Florence (2 nights) (322 km)
Morning departure for Siena and a walking tour upon arrival in the city. See the Duomo (exterior) and the splendid square known as Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio race is run twice a year on bareback hourses. Later in the afternoon, arrive in Florence, where you will visit Michelangelo's Square for a photo opportunity before making your way to your hotel. Overnight in Florence. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 5: Florence / Pisa / Florence (204 km)
This morning, you'll go on a guided sightseeing tour of Florence that will include the Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, the doors of the Baptistry, Piazza della Signoria and the Church of Santa Croce. After lunch in a local restaurant, depart for Pisa to admire the Cathedral and the famous Leaning Tower. Return to Florence, where the remainder of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Florence. (Breakfast, Lunch)

DAY 6: Florence / Venice (260 km)
The morning is at leisure. In the early afternoon, you will depart for Venice, where the rest of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Venice. (Breakfast)

DAY 7: Venice / San Marino (230 km)
In the morning, you'll go on a guided visit of Piazza San Marco and see the neighbouring sights. The afternoon will be at your leisure. Later in the day, depart for San Marino, the world's oldest republic. Overnight in San Marino. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 8: San Marino / Assisi / Rome (area) (412 km)
After breakfast, enjoy some free time in San Marino. With 29,000 inhabitants, it is the third smallest republic after the Vatican and Monte Carlo. Then head to Assisi, a great religious town connected to the life of St. Francis. Here you'll visit the Basilica and the wonderful medieval city. Late in the afternoon, drive through the magnificent Umbria Region, the 'Green Heart' of Italy, to Rome, where you will be treated to a special dinner with wine in a traditional Roman restaurant. Overnight in Rome. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 9: Rome (area) / Naples / Sorrento (2 nights) (270 km)
Depart for a panoramic tour of Naples before continuing on to Sorrento. Drive along the Sorrentine Peninsula to Sorrento and take advantage of the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Sorrento. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 10: Sorrento / Capri / Sorrento
After breakfast, transfer to the harbour and depart for Capri by hydrofoil to enjoy some free time to roam the island. Optional tours ($) to Augustus' Garden, the Blue Grotto and Anacapri are available. Return to Sorrento in the afternoon. Overnight in Sorrento. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 11: Sorrento / Amalfi (3 nights) (30 km)
The morning is at your leisure. In the afternoon, depart for Amalfi , where you will spend the next 3 nights. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 12 & 13: Amalfi at leisure
The next 2 days are for you to enjoy the beauty of Amalfi at your leisure. Relax and enjoy all the facilities at your hotel. (Breakfast, Dinner)

DAY 14: Amalfi / Rome (290 km)
Today, you will head back to Rome, the Eternal City, for your last day on tour. (Breakfast)

DAY 15: Rome / End of tour
Breakfast, then transfer to the airport for your return flight. (Breakfast)

YOUR HOTELS (OR SIMILARS)

* Rome: NH Leonardo Da Vinci (4*) or Cicerone (4*)
* Florence: AC Florence (4*) ou Croce di Malta (4*)
* Venice (city centre): Bonvecchiati (4*)
* San Marino: Titano 4* or Grand Hotel (4*)
* Rome (area): Hotel Excelsior (4*)
* Sorrento: Conca Park (4*)
* Amalfi: Hotel Excelsior Amalfi (4*)

YOUR TOUR INCLUDES

* Roundtrip flight in economy class
* Roundtrip transfer between the airport and the hotel on tour dates
* Transportation in air-conditioned coach
* The services of a professional guide throughout the tour
* The meals and visits mentioned in the tour description
* Baggage handling for one suitcase per person on tour
* Audio headsets for the duration of the tour
* Accommodation in double occupancy (standard room)
* 13 hot or cold buffet breakfasts
* 1 lunch
* 10 dinners, including a welcome dinner with wine and show in Rome
* 13 nights' accommodation in double occupancy (standard room) in 4-star hotels, with private facilities


Guaranteed departures require a minimum number of passengers to operate


12 INCLUSIONS

* Guided visit of St. Peter's Square and Basilica in Rome
* Walking tour to see the Capitol, the Forum and the Colosseum (exterior)
* Walking tour of Baroque Rome
* Walking tour of Siena
* Photo stop at Michelangelo's Square
* Sightseeing tour of Florence
* Admire the Cathedral and Leaning Tower in Pisa
* Visit the Piazza San Marco and neighbouring sites in Venice
* Visit the Basilica and medieval city of Assisi
* Panoramic tour of Naples
* Panoramic drive along the Sorrentine Peninsula
* Visit to the Isle of Capri

YOUR TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE

* Excess baggage
* Meals other than those detailed
* Optional tours
* Gratuities
* All drinks and wine
* Items of a personal nature

USEFUL INFORMATION

Travellers should always cover their shoulders and legs when visiting religious sites throughout Europe.

In Europe, hotel rooms are generally smaller than in North America. There are rarely two double beds in a room. Triple rooms usually feature one double bed and one single bed or three single beds or one double bed and one foldaway bed or two single beds and one foldaway bed.

Some types of sports equipment, including golf bags, etc., are not accepted in the rooms. They have to be kept in a specific area, which is usually locked All hotels provide towels; some do not offer face cloths. In most European countries the voltage is 220V.

REMARKS

As January 1st, 2011 all hotels in Rome will impose accommodation tax. Fee of 2 Euros (3-star hotels and less) up to 3 Euros (4 star hotels and up) per person per night payable at destination (maximum 10 nights). Children under 2 years are exempt from this tax.

Departing and arrival time, days and all the inclusions mentioned in the Tour description can change without notice.

This information is valid for departures from November 1st, 2010 until October 31, 2011.