COUNTRY ROADS OF UMBRIA & TUSCANY (CLASSIC GROUP)
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Description
Overview
Live ‘la dolce vita’ during this 9-day guided tour of Italy. Explore the Vatican Museums, walk the narrow cobblestone streets of Siena to the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and see the Torre del Mangia, the second-tallest tower in Italy. Visit a family-run olive mill, where a third-generation olive maker will share how its olives become the decadent oil you’ll taste at the mill. In San Gimignano, eat the best gelato in the world – literally. You’ll meet a world champion gelato maestro who will welcome you into his ice cream parlour to indulge in his favourite flavours. Alongside a Local Expert, marvel at the cathedral at the centre of Florence: Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, nicknamed ‘the Duomo’ for its awe-inspiring crown made by a master goldsmith.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome (Dinner with Wine)
- Welcome to Rome, a glorious city filled with classic antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces and baroque churches.
- Settle in before joining your Travel Director for a private visit for Insight Vacations guests to the Basilica of Saint Praxedes, welcomed by the Rector of the basilica.
- Gaze in awe at the world’s best-preserved Byzantine mosaics, illuminated for this evening’s experience, and see the first sculpture by Bernini.
- End the day getting to know your fellow travellers over Roman specialties during a Welcome Dinner with wine at a local restaurant.
Arrival Transfer: Depart Leonardo da Vinci airport (FCO) at 09:30, 12:30, 15:30
Day 2: Umbria and on to Perugia (Breakfast/Lunch with Wine)
- Explore the Vatican Museums in the morning, where a local historian unveils the gems of the vast Papal art collection.
- Your special visit includes fast-tracked entry. View the imposing Basilica of St. Peter, the largest in the world.
- Journey north to the Umbrian village of Baschi.
- Immerse yourself in the flavours and culture of the region and learn about the secrets of Italian food culture as you join Giovanni and his dog Chris for a truffle hunting session before being entertained by Chef Lorenzo with a fun pasta demonstration and delicious Highlight Lunch accompanied by Orvieto Classico wine.
- Join a Local Expert in Perugia to navigate the underground labyrinth of little streets, alleys and arches.
- Walk Corso Vannucci, resplendent in pale-pink stone, passing the princely Priors’ Palace, cathedral and finely sculptured Great Fountain in the main square.
Day 3: Perugia Sightseeing & Free Time (Breakfast/Dinner with Wine)
- During a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, visit an artisanal workshop to meet Marta, recipient of a TreadRight Foundation grant, and her weavers.
- See how the fascinating art of loom-weaving textiles has been passed down through the generations and learn how this ancient craft is being preserved.
- Afterwards, you will be free to enjoy the many delights of Umbria’s capital city.
- For dinner, choose your ideal ambience and palate-pleasing menu from a hand-picked selection of Perugian restaurants for your Dine-Around Evening. Buon appetito!
Day 4: Assisi, in Search of St. Francis (Breakfast)
- Journey to Assisi, one of Italy’s most beautiful medieval hilltop towns, set high up in the mountains and enclosed by fortress walls.
- In the valley, see the famous Church of St. Mary of the Angels, much venerated as the place of St. Francis’ death, then continue up Mount Subasio to the upper town.
- Step inside the massive, 13th century Basilica of St. Francis with your Local Expert to learn how Giotto masterfully painted frescoes that inspired a variety of Renaissance artists.
Day 5: Tuscany to Cortona, Siena and San Gimignano (Breakfast/Dinner with Wine)
- Follow the shores of Lake Trasimeno to Cortona, one of the oldest hilltop towns in Tuscany.
- After free time to explore, continue to the narrow cobbled streets of Siena.
- Standing in the shell-shaped Campo, imagine the frenzied atmosphere of the biannual Palio horse race and see the superb 14th century Town Hall.
- Explore Siena with Insight Choice.
- Choose to visit the medieval Cathedral.
- Alternatively, sample panforte, a traditional Tuscan dessert.
- Travel to your home for the next three nights, a delightful villa near the medieval town of San Gimignano.
Day 6: San Gimignano sightseeing and Free Time (Breakfast)
- In the morning, your Travel Director will show you San Gimignano’s medieval skyscrapers, serpentine streets and hidden squares.
- The town is also home to world champion gelato maestro Sergio Dondoli.
- At his artisan ice cream parlour on Piazza della Cisterna, the jaunty gelataio doles out his silky, frozen treats in a range of unique flavours for you to try.
- The rest of the day is at leisure; why not join an Optional Experience to Pisa and Lucca?
Day 7: Florence and Tuscan Countryside Experience (Breakfast/Dinner with Wine)
- The morning is devoted to the Renaissance city of Florence.
- A fascinating walking exploration with a Local Expert takes you to the marble-clad cathedral crowned by Brunelleschi’s dome.
- See the baptistery with its beautiful Gates of Paradise and Giotto’s splendid bell tower.
- Walk on to Piazza della Signoria with its open-air gallery of Renaissance sculptures, followed by free time to shop for top-quality Florentine leather or gold.
- Toast to your travels during a delicious Farm-to-Table Celebration Dinner at a local restaurant and enjoy tasting flavoursome dishes prepared with locally grown ingredients, sourced from the farm or nearby Tuscan region.
- Relax as the pairing of home-made pastas with the farm’s own traditional Chianti wine rounds off your great Italian adventure.
Day 8: Country drive to Ancient Rome (Breakfast)
- Leave behind the tower topped town of San Gimignano.
- Enjoy rolling Tuscan hills as you journey through the Italian countryside, making your way to Ancient Rome.
- On arrival, enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Day 9: Arrivederci Roma (Breakfast)
- Bid farewell to the glories of Italy.
- Departure transfers arrive at Rome’s Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport.
Price
PRICE FROM RM11,978 SUBJECT TO DATE AND AVAILABILITY.
Hotel
- Day 1: NH Roma Centro
- Day 2 – Day 4: Sangallo Palace Hotel
- Day 5 – Day 7: Villasanpaolo
- Day 8: Hotel St. Martin
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