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IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF PAUL IN ROME AND NORTHERN ITALY TOUR

JULY 17-26th, 2025

Tour Cost: $3950.00 per person based on double room occupancy

Note: Single Room Supplement is an additional $1000.00

 

Tour Includes:

  • 5 & 4 Star Hotels, 3 nights in Rome, 2 nights in Florence, 2 nights in Verona, & 1 night in Lake Garda
  • Air-conditioned bus for all touring days
  • English speaking escort through the duration of the trip
  • Local Tour Guides at sites - English speaking Italians guides
  • Italy 9 days - 8 nights:
  • 8 nights with double-occupancy in 4 star hotels
  • Portage at all hotels.
  • Meals: Breakfast daily + 1 extra meal a day -lunch or dinner.
  • Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary.
  • Whispers’ wireless tour-guide audio device
  • Local hotels city and green taxes

Not Included:

  • Tips - $250
  • International flights from and to the USA
  • Add on option of Andrea Bocelli Concert Tickets for Ju;y 22nd concert
  • Alcoholic & soft drinks with meals.
  • Medical and travel insurance.
  • Any expenses incurred that are personal in nature or not stated above
  • Single Room - $1000 add on

Gratuities - *Note: The tips for the tour are an additional $250 per person to be collected upon arrival in Italy. This covers the hotels, guide, driver, etc.

Suggested Flights:

Some examples of possible flights to book are:

DELTA 214 DEPARTING FROM ATLANTA NONSTOP TO ROME FCO

DELTA 182 DEPARTING FROM NEW YORK JFK TO ROME FCO

UA 40 FROM NEWARK TO ROME FCO

UA 510 FROM NEWARK TO ROME FCO

RETURN: DELTA 287 FROM MILAN MXP TO NEW YORK JFK

RETURN: DELTA 175 FROM MILAN MXP TO ATLANTA

RETURN: UNITED 18 FROM MILAN TO NEWARK

*Note:  The tour begins in Rome and ends in Milan.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Thursday, July 17th: Depart from the United States to Rome.

Day 2 - Friday, July 18th: Arrive in Rome.

Check into the hotel and freshen up. Afternoon walking tour of the Jewish Ghetto and food tour, tasting the amazing Italian delicacies. Overnight Rome.

Day 3 Saturday, July 19th: Rome

Today we tour historic Rome, visiting the major sites of Rome: We will visit the Trevi Fountain which is an 18th century fountain in the Trevi district in Rome. It was designed by Italian architect Nicola Salvi and completed by Giuseppe Pannini in 1762 and several other artists. We will visit the Spanish Steps which climb a steep slope between Piazza di Spagna at the base and Piazza Trinita dei Monti, dominated by the Trinita dei Monti church. Stroll through Piazza Navona, a 15th century public square boasting stunning fountains built in the 1600s. We will also see the Colosseum which is an elliptical amphitheatre in the center of the city of Rome, Italy, just east of the Roman Forum. It is the largest ancient amphitheatre ever built, and is still the largest standing amphitheatre in the world. Overnight Rome.

Day 4 Sunday, July 20th: Rome

This morning we will visit the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. Vatican City is a city-state surrounded by Rome and is the headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church. It is home to the Pope and a trove of iconic art and architecture. The Vatican Museums house ancient Roman sculptures such as the famed "Laocoon and His Sons" as well as Renaissance frescoes in the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, famous for Michelangelo's ceiling. The afternoon is free to enjoy Rome on your own. Overnight Rome.

Day 5 Monday, July 21st: Tuscany & Florence

We rise and bid farewell to Rome ( Arrivederci Roma) and we head to enchanting Tuscany. We travel through Pienza to Montalcino where we will be able to do wine tasting in this pastoral location. Continue on to Siena for a tour of the historic center. Siena, located in the Tuscany region, is distinguished by its medieval brick buildings. Piazza del Campo is the site of the Palazzo Pubblico, the Gothic town hall, and the Torre del Mangia, a splendor 14th century tower with sweeping views from its distinctive white crown. At last, we arrive in Florence. Overnight Florience.

Day 6 Tuesday , July 22nd: Florence

This morning , we will tour Florence. Florence is the capital of Italy's Tuscany region and home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture. One of its most iconic sights is the Duomo, a cathedral with a terracotta-tiled dome engineered by Brunelleschi and a bell tower by Giotto. This afternoon is free to enjoy Florence. Afternoon departure for Andrea Bocceli concert for those that plan to attend this event. Overnight Florence.

Day 7 Wednesday , July 23rd: Verona

This morning we will travel through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to Verona. Verona is a city with a medieval old town built between the meandering Adige River. It's famous for being the setting of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet". We will tour Verona. Overnight Verona.

Day 8 Thursday , July 24th: Venice

Today we will visit Venice, the capital of Italy's Venito region. It is built on more than 100 small islands in a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. See the charming canals and gondolas of Venice. Stroll through San Marco Square and visit Saint Mark's Basilica offering stunning views of the city's red roofs. Overnight Verona.

Day 9 Friday , July 25th: Lake Garda

This morning we will travel to the stunning Lake Garda area and soak in the breathtaking view of Italy's largest lake. Enjoy the view of the pre-alps and soak it all in. Overnight Lake Garda

Day 10 Friday , July 26th: Departure - Home

We head to Milan for departure back home to the States.

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