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DAY 01: NORTH AMERICA
/ EUROPE. Depart North America for our flight
to Rome. Dinner and breakfast will be served aloft.
DAY 02: ROME.
 Upon arrival in Rome, we will be met by our tour guide and escorted to
our hotel. The afternoon will be spent with a tour of St. Peter's
Basilica,
the Vatican Museum and Library, as well as the Sistine Chapel. Dinner
and overnight in Rome.
DAY 03: ROME.
After breakfast depart for Papal audience (if available). A half day
tour of Rome will include a visit to the Catacombs, the Appian way,
Capitoline Hill, St. Peter in Chains, Coliseum, Arch of Constantine,
Circus Maximum and Piazza Venezia. We will also visit three of the four
major basilicas in Rome (the other being St. Peter's Basilica). These
basilicas include St. Mary Major, St. John Lateran, and St. John outside
the walls. Dinner and overnight in Rome.
DAY 04: ROME / NAPLES / POMPEII /
SORRENTO. Morning departure from Rome to
Naples. After a city tour of Naples, including a visit to the church of
St. Januarium, and a stop for lunch, proceed to Pompeii and a visit to
the excavations. We will also stop at the Shrine of our Lady of the
Rosary. Continue to Sorrento for a breathtaking view of the Bay of
Naples. Dinner and overnight in Sorrento.
DAY 05: SORRENTO / CAPRI /
SORRENTO. Morning departure from Sorrento to
Capri for a full day excursion of the lush little isle that has
entranced the world. Transfer by minibus from Sorrento coach terminal to
the pier and meet with English speaking guide. Jetfoil ride from
Sorrento to Capri. A minibus tour of the island is planned plus entrance
fees to Blue Grotto by rowing boats (weather conditions permitting). In
the afternoon, jetfoil ride from Capri to Sorrento. Transfer by minibus
from Sorrento pier to the coach terminal. Dinner and overnight in
Sorrento.
DAY 06: SORRENTO / ORVIETO /
ASSISI. Early morning departure for Assisi. On
the way stop at Orvieto for a free visit of the town: the Duomo, the
Torre Civica del Pozzo di San Patrizia. Proceed to Assisi. Arrival in
Assisi before
 lunch.
Visit the Tomb of St. Francis and the Portiuncola where the great
Franciscan family has its origins. We will also see the relics of St.
Clare, as well as her incorrupt body. Dinner and overnight at our hotel
in Assisi.
DAY 07: ASSISI / SIENA / ASSISI.
Today we will travel to lovely Siena, the birthplace of St. Catherine.
Siena is located in the central Italian region of Tuscany and is a
medieval walled city that to this day retains much of its charm.
Included in this tour will be visits to the Piazza del Campo, the center
of the city, the Palazzo Pubblico (Town Hall famous for its gothic
architecture), and the Cathedral. Return to Assisi for dinner and
overnight
DAY 08: ASSISI / FLORENCE.
We will depart Assisi for Florence, the "City of Art", where we will see
the Baptistery with it's "Gates Worthy of Heaven" (Michelangelo) and the
famous cathedral. Also included will be visits to Santa Croce and the
"David". Dinner and overnight in Florence.
DAY 09: FLORENCE.
Today is free day to explore beautiful Florence on your own. Take some
time for personal sightseeing in one of the many churches and museums as
well as shops. Dinner and overnight in Florence.
DAY 10: FLORENCE / PADUA.
Breakfast in hotel and departure for Padua. Crossing through the regions
of Tuscany and emilia Romagna and arriving in Padua, you can still view
from the motorway including the seven chapels of the sanctuary of
Monselice. Late afternoon arrival in Padua for a visit of the Basilica
and Tomb of St. Anthony. Dinner and overnight in Padua.
DAY 11: PADUA / VENICE.
Depart Padua for Venice. After hotel check- in,
the group will depart on a half-day sightseeing tour of beautiful
Venice. Included will be a visit to the Basilica of St. Mark, Doge's
Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. The remainder of the day will be at
leisure with time for an optional gondola ride. Dinner and overnight at
our hotel.
DAY 12: VENICE / NORTH AMERICA.
Depart for Venice airport for our flight back to the United States. The
end of a most enjoyable tour. |
