• Day 1- Depart USA Overnight flight to Rome.



• Day 2 - Arrive Rome (2 nights) Welcome to Rome, the capital of Italy, and the Eternal City! After check-in at the hotel, there''s time to relax or perhaps take a stroll through this historic city. This evening we will enjoy a Welcome Drink with our Tour Director and fellow traveling companions. 
  
  Hotel: Prime St. John (2 nights)
  



• Day 3 - Rome sightseeing & at leisure Our first highlight today is a guided visit of the Sistine Chapel, enhanced by the use of our audio system used by our local guide, where we can gaze in awe at Michelangelo''s beautiful painted ceiling. Next we visit St. Peter''s Basilica in the Vatican, and then cross the Tiber to ancient Rome where we will
  overlook the Forum and visit the Colosseum, infamous for gladiatorial combat, and also see the Circus Maximus where chariot races were held. After, enjoy time on your own and later maybe try out some Roman cuisine in a typical trattoria and watch Rome go by! (Buffet breakfast)



• Day 4 - Rome – Florence Our Tour Director will take the time to show us a true Hidden Treasure
  during our journey today! We start by driving through the regions of Latium, Umbria and into Tuscany to Renaissance Florence. On our arrival we enjoy the view from Piazzale Michelangelo before our guided walking tour reveals to us the medieval and Renaissance past of this culturally rich city. We will see the Piazza Signoria, the political centre of the 15th century city, with its impressive sculptures and imposing palazzos, the multi-coloured marble Duomo and the famous Baptistery with the bronze doors designed by the Renaissance artist Ghiberti. We will also visit the Basilica of the Holy Cross where so many of the great men of Italy are buried, including Michaelangelo. Then time at leisure to explore further or to shop for high quality leather and 18-carat gold jewellery.  Tonight we enjoy an authentic Tuscan dinner of local produce in a restaurant with stunning views over the vineyards of the Chianti Hills. (Buffet breakfast / ''Be My Guest'' Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Palazzo Ognissanti
  



• Day 5 - Florence – Pisa – Turin This morning after breakfast our first stop will be at Pisa with its famous Leaning Tower and cathedral in the Square of Miracles. Here there''s time for photos before we continue our drive past the quarries of Carrara and the resorts of Portofino, Rapallo and Genoa, Columbus'' birthplace. Then on to Turin where our orientation shows us the Antonelliana building and the Piazza san Carlo. Tonight why not sample a dinner of local specialities in a local restaurant? (Buffet breakfast) 
  
  Hotel: Atahotel Concord



• Day 6 - Turin – Lake Maggiore – Milan First we travel to Lake Maggiore, which is the most westerly of the three large prealpine lakes of Italy. From here we enjoy a scenic drive along the lake and then head south for the capital of Lombardy, Milan. Here our guided tour includes the Galleria, the Piazza del Duomo where we admire the Gothic cathedral, bristling with innumerable sculptures, and the renowned opera house, La Scala. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Crowne Plaza



• Day 7 - Milan - Pavia - Verona - Venice (Lido) (2 nights) This morning our first stop is a visit to the Cistercian Abbey of Pavia, an important architectural monument in Italy. Later we continue our journey into the Veneto stopping to see Juliet''s balcony in Shakespeare''s Verona. We also see the 2,000 year old Roman arena, still in use today, before continuing to magical Venice for two nights. (Buffet breakfast / Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Des Bains (2 nights)



• Day 8 - Venice sightseeing & at leisure After breakfast our morning cruise by private motor launch takes us to St. Mark''s Square highlighting the Doge’s Palace and Basilica en route to one of the oldest Murano glass-blowing workshops. We''ll witness a demonstration of this ancient art before time at leisure. You may wish to relax in a café or take an optional excursion to one of the islands in the Lagoon! Later after dinner at the hotel, why not experience this city from an elegant gondola? (Buffet breakfast / Dinner)



• Day 9 - Venice (Lido.) - Mantua - Bologna First we visit Mantua, the setting for Verdi’s opera, Rigoletto, with its arcaded streets and cathedral. Later we arrive in Bologna, famous for its university, architecture, fine sausages and hams. Bologna is a feast for the senses and the stomach! Here a sightseeing tour with a local guide shows us Neptune''s fountain, the Kissing Towers and Piazza Maggiore. Later, perhaps enjoy some of the city''s fine cuisine at a local trattoria! (Buffet breakfast) 
  
  Hotel: Golden Tulip Aemilia



• Day 10 - Bologna – Assisi – Rome This morning we travel over the Apennine Mountains stopping at Assisi for a walking tour, using our audio system, of the peaceful hometown of St. Francis. It was here that he founded his Order of Grey Friars or Franciscans in 1208 and he died here in 1226 and was canonized just two years later. We will visit the magnificent basilica and see the tomb of St. Francis and later also see the Church of St. Mary of the Angels which stands on the site of where he died. From here it''s a short drive back to the ''Eternal City'' Rome via the impressive hill-top town of Orte. Tonight, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner with wine together with our Tour Director and traveling companions. (Buffet breakfast / Farewell Dinner) 
  
  Hotel: Sheraton Golf



• Day 11 - Rome - USA This morning it''s ''buon viaggio'' to our Tour Director as our Italian vacation comes to an end. There are airport transfers available, conditions apply. (Buffet breakfast)



• Free airport transfers: Transfers on arrival at Rome Fiumicino Airport will operate at 09.30, 12.30, 15.30 and 18.45. Passengers arriving later should make their own way to the first hotel. Return transfers on the last touring day will arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport at 07.00 and 09.30.

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4/23/2009 - 5/3/2009	$2,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
4/30/2009 - 5/10/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/7/2009 - 5/17/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/14/2009 - 5/24/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/21/2009 - 5/31/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
5/28/2009 - 6/7/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/4/2009 - 6/14/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/11/2009 - 6/21/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/18/2009 - 6/28/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
6/25/2009 - 7/5/2009	$2,690	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/2/2009 - 7/12/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/9/2009 - 7/19/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/16/2009 - 7/26/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/23/2009 - 8/2/2009	$2,650	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
7/30/2009 - 8/9/2009	$2,625	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/6/2009 - 8/16/2009	$2,625	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/13/2009 - 8/23/2009	$2,625	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/20/2009 - 8/30/2009	$2,625	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
8/27/2009 - 9/6/2009	$2,599	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/3/2009 - 9/13/2009	$2,675	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/10/2009 - 9/20/2009	$2,675	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/17/2009 - 9/27/2009	$2,675	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
9/24/2009 - 10/4/2009	$2,675	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/1/2009 - 10/11/2009	$2,675	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
10/8/2009 - 10/18/2009	$2,660	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
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10/22/2009 - 11/1/2009	$2,660	Call Us	Call Us	Call Us
All Land & Air Prices: Additional taxes and fees will apply, please visit www.trafalgar.com/taxesandfees. Airline fuel surcharges are included in the base fare. Additional restrictions will apply; please visit www.trafalgar.com/restrictions. Prices shown are from New York City (Europe vacations), Los Angeles (South Pacific & Asia vacations) and Miami (South America vacations). * This list indicates brochure rates and dates. ** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Please note: In addition to being sold out or on a request basis only, a tour departure may not be displayed on this site for operation reasons. For details on discounts that apply to this tour please refer to a brochure or see your Travel Agent. The displayed prices are based on twin-share accommodation. A single supplement price is available on request.

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Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts

Take advantage of Trafalgar's great savings and discounts.

EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT - Save up to 10%

Many Trafalgar tours sell out months before the departure date, so book NOW to avoid disappointment.The earlier you pay, the more you save! If you book and pay in full you'll save up to 10% off the Land-only portion of your trip. Below is our Early Payment Saving options - pay between:

4-6 months SAVE 2.5%

7-9 months SAVE 5%

10-12 months SAVE 7.5%

1 year or more SAVE 10%

All tours must be booked and paid for in full for this discount to apply. This discount does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Greek Cruises, Egypt, European Express tour and extra night accommodation.*When booking our Basel to Amsterdam River Cruise please check our River Cruise brochure for the savings and discounts exclusions. Conditions apply.

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SAVE ON YOUR 2nd TOUR - Save 5%

Book two Trafalgar holidays, each 8 days or longer for a reduction of 5% off the land portion of the tour with the shortest duration. Take three tours and save on two! Ask your travel professional for suggestions on your perfect tour combination.

IMPORTANT: Tours are combinable with second and subsequent additional tours. Tours must be booked at the same time. Discount is per person only and does NOT apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt and extra night accommodation or any combination of a tour plus a cruise or rail journey as shown in brochures. Please see our Trafalgar brochures for their saving or discount exclusions. Conditions apply.

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TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS - Save 5%

A party of five or more friends - Travel with 5 to 8 friends or family members on the same tour and everyone will receive a discount of 5% off the Land portion of the tour.

A party of 9 or more friends - Further significant savings are available for larger groups of friends and families traveling together. Ask your Travel Agent for full details.

IMPORTANT: Space is limited to one group per motorcoach, so book early! These discounts cannot be combined with any other rooming, Young Traveler or Triple Room Discounts. Names of all passengers traveling must be advised to Trafalgar at the time of booking in order to qualify. These discounts do not apply to extra night accommodation, are not combinable with our Frequent Traveler offer and are not available on Winter tours, Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and Greece tours. Conditions apply.

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YOUNG TRAVELER AGES - SAVE 10%

Share your holiday memories with your family and take advantage of a discount on the Land-only portion of your tour. Young Travelers must be under the age of 18 years old on the tour departure date, and MUST be accompanied by and adult (limit of one young traveler per room).

On all escorted tours, children under 5 years old are NOT accepted. The Young Traveler must be the specified age at the time of travel to be eligible for this discount. This discount cannot be combined with our TRAVEL WITH FRIENDS DISCOUNTS, and is limited to one young traveler discount per room. It also does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, Egypt, Turkey or Israel tours, extra night accommodation or London and gateway accommodation. Conditions apply.

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SINGLE TRAVELER room share and save

One of the great benefits of Escorted Travel is the ease of traveling solo, and with Trafalgar we make it simple by offering the following options:

Guaranteed Room Share

When traveling alone, we understand that some clients do not want to incur the expense of an additional single room supplement. With this in mind, on the majority of our itineraries, Trafalgar offers you the opportunity to purchase these tours on a 'room sharing' basis. We will accommodate you with a fellow passenger of the same sex on a 'twin room' basis (non-smoking rooms only). Please note that regrettably, we cannot guarantee that room mates will be of a similar age group. Even so, it is an enjoyable way to travel and get to make new friends and a positive way to stretch your vacation budget further. If we fail to match you we will provide a single room at no extra cost.

This service does not apply to our Free & Easy Series, Cruises, European Express tour, Egypt, Turkey, Israel and extra night accommodation. Conditions apply.

Single Supplement Value

If you prefer the privacy of your own room, you'll appreciate our low single room supplement.

TRIPLE ROOM DISCOUNT

Travel with three people, sharing one room and each of you will receive a discount off the land-only portion of your tour price. Each itinerary page will list the price reduction, see the tour of your choice.

Triple room discounts are based on sharing a twin-bedded room with an extra bed which may be a rollaway. This discount is applicable to itineraries featuring the Triple Room Reduction offer only.