ITALIAN SPLENDOUR
5 NIGHTS / 6 DAYS
Day 01 :Bhubaneswar - Rome
Welcome to Italy the Land of the Mystique! On arrival at Rome airport a private car transfer will take you to your hotel in Rome. Check-in at hotel. Overnight in Rome
Day 02 : Rome
Breakfast in the Hotel. The morning proceed for your Classical Rome city tour - Crossing Piazza della Repubblica with the Fountain of the Nayads, our local guide will take you on a pleasant stroll through the historical centre, where you can admire the Trevi Fountain, La Colonna di Marco Aurelio, the Palazzo di Montecitorio, designed by Bernini, the Pantheon (visit inside), Palazzo Madama - seat of the senate, and Piazza Navona. Passing alongside Castel S. Angelo the bus will leave you close to the Vatican City. Having admired St. Peter's Square where you can hear all the guide has to say about the Basilica, you will then have the chance (except when there are religious celebrations) to explore this magnificent church on your own and to admire masterpieces such as Michelangelo's "La Pietà" and Bernini's bronze canopy before rejoining the bus. In the afternoon, proceed for a tour in this Imperial City starting from Piazza Venezia with its impressive monument dedicated to King Victor Emanuel II and the Unknown Soldier. You then continue on foot to the famous Piazza del Campidoglio designed by Michelangelo from where you will have a fantastic view of the Roman Forum. Our coach will continue by the Circus Maximus and the Pyramid of Caius Cestius before arriving at the Basilica of St. Paul outside the walls* (visit inside). The tour will be completed with a stop inside the imposing Colosseum. Return to the vicinity of your hotel. Time at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel
Day 03 :Rome - Florence (1.5 hrs)
Today after breakfast in the Hotel, you proceed to Florence which is one of the most beautiful and ancient cities in Italy and the world. Check-in at hotel. In the afternoon proceed on a splendid excursion through the fertile and picturesque Tuscan countryside to the historic university city of Pisa, famous for its architectural beauty. Upon arrival in Pisa, you get a guided walking tour of Piazza dei Miracoli, with the celebrated Leaning Tower (exterior), the Baptistery (exterior) and other important monuments. This is followed by a visit to the interior of the Cathedral, Free time at your disposal. Back to Florence. Evening at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 04: Florence - Venice (2 hrs)
After breakfast at the hotel, depart to Venezia, La Serenissima, Queen of the Adriatic, city of canals and palaces. On arrival at Venice, check into the hotel. In the evening take a Gondola ride. Get captivated by the glamour and elegance of the city and its magnificent palaces and churches facing the Grand Canal. Evening is free to explore the city on your own. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 05: Venice
Today after breakfast, proceed to Alilaguna's Pier at St. Marks waterfront, embark on a motorboat and visit the Island Murano, where one can watch the antique art of making glass. Then one proceeds to the characteristic Island of Burano, with its strong colours and light contrast, fisher island and renowned for the lace making. After this continue to Island Torcello with its old Cathedral and its atmosphere of remote Venetian past. Return to St Mark's Square. Day is free and at leisure. Overnight at the Hotel.
Day 06:Venice - Bhubaneswar
Following breakfast it's time for you to pack and you will be transferred by chauffer driven car to the airport for your flight back home.
What We Include:
• Return airfare Delhi – Rome/Venice -Delhi in economy class
• 02 Nights accommodation in Rome
• 01 Night accommodation in Florence
• 2 Nights accommodation in Venice
• Daily Breakfast (Except Day 1)
• Return airport transfers on private basis
• Half Day Classical Rome on Seat in Coach basis
• Half Day Imperial Rome Tour on Seat in Coach basis
• Half Day Excursion to Pisa on Seat in Coach basis
• 35 mins Gondola Ride in Venice on Seat in Coach basis
• Half Day Murano Burano and Torcello on Seat in Coach basis
• Tourist visa of Italy with medical insurance
Extra charges apply:
• Peak Season Surcharge – If applicable.
• Any items of personal nature like telephone, beverages, laundry etc.
• Porterage,Tips and gratuities
