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Italy 2012: Southern Italy and Sicily 2012
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 Tour Type: Italy and Combinations RegionalsBrochure Type: Italy 2012Unlock the elegance of Southern Italy and Sicily. See the icons of Rome and follow the coast south through the Bay of Naples and the Amalfi coast. Explore the history and culture of Sicily including temples, ruins and sub-tropical gardens. Sightseeing Highlights- Rome Guided visit to St. Peter's in the Vatican City. Sightseeing tour includes views of the Forum and Colosseum.
- Monte Cassino View the Abbey and visit the Commonwealth Cemetery.
- Pompeii Guided tour of the excavations.
- Sorrento Orientation and demonstration of inlaid wood-working.
- Isle of Capri Cruise to the island for an orientation.
- Taormina Orientation includes the Corso Umberto. Visit the Greek theatre.
- Enna View the town.
- Agrigento Visit the Valley of the Temples.
- Erice Visit the Castle gardens.
- Palermo Sightseeing includes Piazza Bellini and the Cathedral.
- Monreale View the Conca d'Oro and visit the Norman Cathedral.
- Mondello Visit the fishing village.
Dining Highlights- Welcome Reception including light snacks and Welcome Drinks with your Travel Director in Rome.
- 9 hot buffet breakfasts.
- 3 three-course dinners with local wine.
- Be My Guest Dinner in Sicily.
- Farewell Dinner with wine in Palermo.
First Class Travel Highlights- First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
- All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
- Travel by luxury, air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an onboard restroom.
- The services of one of our professional Travel Directors throughout your journey.
- A qualified Local Guide in Rome, Capri, Taormina, Agrigento and Palermo.
- Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.
- A stylish wallet, travel documents, keepsake booklet and map.
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| Call (866) 660-6639 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10565086 | | Trafalgar Tours | | Offer valid through 3/31/2012 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Depart USA | DEPART USA: Overnight flight to Rome. | | Day 2 | Rome | ARRIVE ROME (2 NIGHTS): Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City! Relax after your journey or explore on your own. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travellers this evening for a Welcome Reception. Afterwards, enjoy an orientation drive through the city to see St. Peter's Basilica and other sights - a perfect introduction to this beautiful city. (Welcome Reception)
Nova Domus/NH Carpegna (First Class) | | Day 3 | Rome | ROME SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME: Your sightseeing tour with your knowledgeable Local Guide starts at St. Peter's Basilica, home of Michelangelo's masterpiece the Pieta. Across the River Tiber in ancient Rome, view the Forum and the Colosseum. Your afternoon is free to shop, relax, or see the sights of your choice. Consider a trip to the Catacombs or the Pantheon. This evening, why not try a typical Roman dinner in one of the city's many restaurants. (Buffet Breakfast) | | Day 4 | Sorrento | ROME - POMPEII - SORRENTO (2 NIGHTS): From Rome, visit the Commonwealth Cemetery at Monte Cassino. Your expert Local Guide takes you on a fascinating walking tour of the excavations at Pompeii - buried for centuries under a layer of volcanic ash when Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD. Arrive later at your hotel in Sorrento. (Buffet Breakfast)
Corallo (First Class) | | Day 5 | Sorrento | SORRENTO - ISLE OF CAPRI EXCURSION: Watch a demonstration of the art of inlaid wood at a workshop in Sorrento. Cruise to the Isle of Capri. Journey to the town by funicular railway and enjoy a walking tour with your expert Local Guide, who gives a superb history of the area. Dine tonight at your hotel and spend the evening relaxing in Sorrento. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner) | | Day 6 | TAORMINA (GIARDINI NAXOS) | SORRENTO - TAORMINA (GIARDINI NAXOS) (2 NIGHTS): Drive south via Salerno and through Calabria and take the ferry across the straits of Messina to Sicily and the resort town of Taormina. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Caesar Palace (First Class) | | Day 7 | Taormina | TAORMINA ORIENTATION AND FREE TIME: Your expert Local Guide takes you on a walking tour of Taormina on the slopes of Mount Tauro overlooking the sea. Visit the Greek sanctuary and the sub-tropical terraced gardens. Stroll along the elegant Corso Umberto to the Piazza for splendid panoramic views across the bay. Spend free time shopping for souvenirs and handmade lace on the Corso. Tonight savour a delicious Be My Guest dinner at a beautiful Sicilian winery and restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest dinner) | | Day 8 | Agrigento | TAORMINA - ENNA - AGRIGENTO: Enjoy spectacular views of Enna on the way to Agrigento, where your expert Local Guide takes you to visit the Valley of the Temples - the finest Greek sanctuary in Sicily. See the splendid Temple of Concord and the Temple of Juno overlooking the sea. Dine tonight at your hotel. (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)
Dioscuri Bay Palace (First Class) | | Day 9 | Palermo | AGRIGENTO - ERICE - PALERMO (2 NIGHTS): Visit the castle gardens at Erice, high above sea level overlooking the coastal town of Trapani, and follow in the footsteps of Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs and Normans! Arrive later in the vibrant capital, Palermo. (Buffet Breakfast)
Astoria Palace (First Class) | | Day 10 | Palermo | PALERMO SIGHTSEEING AND EXCURSION TO MONREALE AND MONDELLO: See Piazza Bellini and the Cathedral during your morning guided sightseeing tour of Palermo. In Monreale, view the Conca d'Oro and explore the 12th century Norman Cathedral. Later, visit the fishing village of Mondello before time at leisure. Join your companions tonight and celebrate with a festive Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant. (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner) | | Day 11 | USA | PALERMO - USA: Say 'arrivederci' to Sicily and your newfound friends at the end of a memorable holiday! Transfers are available. Conditions apply. (Buffet Breakfast) |
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- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe SF: Superior First Class F: First Class |
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