Unforgettable Italia
Small Group (16 people max)
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Our Unforgettable Italia tour has been designed to suit small group travelers looking for a truly uplifting and exciting Italian tour experience.
Starting out in Sorrento you will experience Italy’s most picturesque coastal region. From the fascination of the ruins in Pompeii, to the Isle of Capri and the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast you will find your emotions stirred by the Coast’s breathtaking scenes. You will then head to Rome where you’ll explore the most famous attractions in the Eternal City before finishing your trip in the vibrant artistic culture of Florence.
Our Commitment is to guarantee any departures even with 2 participants.
For groups traveling with a minimum of 7 people, a tour leader will escorted the group from the arrival until departure. In case of the number of people traveling will be less or equal to 6, the tour will be operated by a tour host. The tour host will visit daily the guests and will assist them at check-in in any single hotel.
The tour host will escort the guest to the restaurants when the dinner is included.
The tour host is available 24 hours by phone. The passengers are provided at their arrival with a Travel Packet with information, maps and an itinerary with details, tips and emergency toll free number.
Itinerary
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Day 1: Sorrento Day 2: Sorrento Day 3: Sorrento – Amalfi Drive-Ravello Day 4: Sorrento Day 5: Sorrento – Pompeii – Naples – Rome Day 6: Rome (Vatican and The Heart of Rome) Day 7: Rome Day 8: Rome – Siena – Florence Day 9: Florence Day 10: Florence Day 11: Florence – Home
Day 1 – Monday: Sorrento (Dinner)
Transfer from Naples airport to Sorrento by private transfer. Meet with your Tour Host at the hotel In the evening to go over your tour program and collect information and literature about the exciting destinations you will visit over the next 11 days.Meet with the other travelers and walk to a local restaurant to enjoy a tasty dinner. Overnight in Sorrento
Day 2 – Tuesday: Sorrento (Breakfast, Dinner)
In the morning, relaxing walking tour of Sorrento, the best way to recover your energy upon arrival. You will visit the heart of the town: from Piazza Tasso to Walk along Via San Cesareo, one of the oldest streets in town, until your reach Sedil Dominova, once the gathering place for Sorrento’s high society. You will see the lovely cloister here, dating from 1300 then the amazing view from Piazza della Vittoria. The walking will end with a taste of limoncello liquor in an ancient factory still located in the Old area of the town. Late afternoon, meet your guide at hotel and start your exploration of the magnificent Sorrento countryside. Very few know that Sorrento is surrounded by a magnificent countryside with exquisite vegetables, where you can smell the flavour of fresh baked breads and see cows that give excellent cheeses. It’s an incredible place if you consider that from many corners you can enjoy the view of the sea and Capri Island. You will reach a Farm House on the hills of Sorrento, managed by a Sorrentine family since five generations in about 20 min.The tour includes a trip to the ancient citrus grove and wine cellar located in Sorrento where your host, a young farmer, will explain the various stages of production of local wine with cold cuts of our own production. Afterwards we will walk together through the vineyard, among the olive trees and products of the garden. At the end of the visit we will taste some typical dishes of Sorrento prepared with natural ingredients all carefully grown on the farm. Any good dinner cannot end without a limoncello, and you will have yours, among the best in Sorrento. Return to you hotel and overnight in Sorrento.
Day 3 – Wednesday: Sorrento – Amalfi Drive & Ravello (Breakfast)
The beauty of Amalfi Coast is legendary and has inspired artists, writers and musicians over the century, widely considered Italy’s most scenic stretch of coastline, deemed by UNESCO “an outstanding example of a Mediterranean landscape, with exceptional cultural and natural scenic values”. These delicate fishing villages embrace the hillsides or stretch in deep green valleys, along a dramatic coastline, challenging the force of gravity. Your driver guide will lead you first to the town of Amalfi where you will have free time to explore the medieval part of the city with the imposing Dome of St.Andrew and ancient buildings dated from the times when Amalfi was one of the maritime power in the Mediterranean Sea. Later, you will ascend to Ravello, considered the most romantic and beautiful small towns in southern Italy. Perched on arduous, terraced slopes, the French novelist André Gide was used to say Ravello was closer to the sky than the sea. Covered with lush gardens, quiet and sleepy roads, you will find corners providing unforgettable views over the azure coast below. Return to Sorrento late afternoon. Overnight in Sorrento
Day 4 – Thursday: Sorrento (Breakfast)
Today you will have the whole day at your leisure to explore on your own. Optional Visit of Capri by Boat with swimming and snorkeling ($170 per person)
Day 5 – Friday: Sorrento – Pompeii – Naples – Rome (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Meet your driver at hotel and transfer to Pompeii.You will visit the Archeological Park of Pompeii then you will continue to Naples where you will have the possibility to have a pizza lunch. Start your guided visit of Naples at San Gennaro Museum, then visit the heart of the city. Before leaving, enjoy a panoramic sightseeing of the city with Castel dell’Ovo, Castel San Elmo, Royal Palace and the magnificent Riviera.Drop off at the Station where your tour guide will help to board your high speed train to Rome. In only 1hr, you will the in the heart of Eternal city! Once in Rome, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. Tonite, enjoy a welcome dinner in Rome. Overnight in Rome.
Day 6 – Saturday: Rome (Breakfast, Dinner)
After breakfast, meet your driver and your guide and reach the Vatican Museum by private van. Access the Museum easily with your skip the line tickets. Your visit will be memorable: our guides have drawn up a route to include all the major sights as well as some unexpected surprises. See the Belvedere Courtyard with Apollo Belvedere & Laocoön & His Sons, Raphael Rooms, the Galleries of the Candelabra, of the Maps and of the Tapestries, the Sistine Chapel Pinecone Courtyard, St. Peter’s Basilica. At the end, exit on the St. Peter’s Square and enjoy the magnificent view of the imposing Cathedral. You will return to your hotel to relax after a challenging morning. Late afternoon meet your tour leader for a walking tour of the Baroque Town with Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Piazza di Spagna, the Italian Parliament and the fascinating narrow streets of ancient Rome. Return to hotel with your tour leader or enjoy a dinner in the very heart of the eternal city.
Day 7 – Sunday: Rome (Breakfast)
Eat Breakfast at the hotel. Today you will have the whole day to explore Rome at your leisure. Overnight in Rome. OPTIONAL TOUR ($85 per person): Tour of the Coliseum and Imperial Rome.
Day 8 – Monday: Rome – Siena – Florence (Breakfast and Lunch)
Meet your driver in the morning, ready for departure to Siena.The drive itself will take you on a magnificent path along the roads of Tuscany.Enjoy stunning views of hills covered by vineyards and olive trees. Catch a glimpse of original bell towers as you pass through small villages along the way. En route stop in Siena to enjoy a wine tasting with typical cheeses and salami (Typical “Farmer’s Lunch”). After lunch, free time in Siena.This is probably Italy’s loveliest medieval city.At the heart of Siena is Il Campo, the Square where the famous horse race Il Palio takes place twice every summer.After leaving Siena you’ll continue your journey to Florence with a stop in Monteriggioni (time permitting).Check-in at your hotel and spend an evening relaxing. Overnight in Florence.Day 9 – Tuesday: Florence (Breakfast)
Start your exploration of Florence from the unknown and most picturesque sides of the city. Visit the fresh market of San Lorenzo where is possible to find the food arriving fresh everyday from the Tuscany Countryside. It’s a great opportunity to taste many varieties of cheeses, fruits and vegetables, breads, etc. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, meet your guide in the hotel and get ready to explore the heart of the town. Lorenzo de Medici transformed Florence into the cradle of the Renaissance by attracting the best artists, architects and writers of the time; Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo and Botticelli who he commissioned to produce various works of art and architecture. We’ll visit Piazza della Signoria, walk by the Palazzo Vecchio, , the Duomo with Giotto’s bell tower ( from outside), Ponte Vecchio. Our walk through Florence will end with a visit to the Accademia to admire, among the many masterpieces, the jewel of Michelangelo: the statue of David. OPTIONAL TOUR: ($68 per person)In late afternoon, meet with your tour assistant for a 30 min sunset walking to explore the hidden Florence. The sunset is breathtaking and the best moment to take wonderful pictures. At the end, enjoy a tasty Tuscan Dinner in a traditional Trattoria. Overnight in Florence.
Day 10 – Wednesday: Florence (Breakfast)
After breakfast the day is at your leisure. You can just relax and take a walk on the beautiful streets of Florence, visit the Boboli Gardens and Pitti Palace or opt for an excursion to Pisa, Montepulciano and Montalcino, Assisi and Cortona and many others.
Day 11 – Thursday: Florence – end of services (Breakfast)
Today you will depart for home. Rise early and meet the driver to make your way to Florence airport or train station.
Featured Properties (All 4 stars hotels)- HOTEL IN SORRENTO: Antiche Mura, Tramontano, Regina
- HOTEL IN ROMA: Dei Mellini, Londra & Cargill
- HOTEL IN FLORENCE Executive, Kraft
- HOTEL may be substituted with similar according to availability. Hotels will be confirmed up to 21 days prior to the arrival
Additional Information
The tour includes:- Transfers to and from Airport
- Tour Escort/Host
- 4 nights in Sorrento
- 3 nights in Rome
- 3 nights in Florence
- 1 Welcome dinner in Sorrento
- Walking Tour in Sorrento
- Farmer experience in a countryside Estate in Sorrento, followed by dinner
- Driver guided tour of Amalfi & Ravello
- Guided visit of Naples and Pompeii, with skip the line reservation
- Entrance fee to Museo del Tesoro di San Gennaro
- High speed train from Naples to Rome
- Transfer from Rome Station to your hotel in Rome
- Dinner in Rome
- Walking along the heart of Rome
- Guided visit of Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel with skip the line reservation
- Transfer from Rome to Florence via Siena
- Wine & Food experience in Siena
- Walking along the heart of Siena
- Fresh market’s tour of Florence
- Guided Visit of the heart of Florence, including Accademia & Michelangelo’s David with skip the line reservation
- Tips
- Beverages and Meals not mentioned in the program
- Travel Insurance
- Optional Excursions
- Rome City Tax: 6 euros per person per day to be paid directly to the hotel in cash at check-out
- Sorrento City Tax: 2 euros per person per day to be paid directly to the hotel in cash at check-out
- Florence City Tax: 4 euros per person per day to be paid directly to the hotel in cash at check-out
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