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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. 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. |
