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Italian Espresso
September 25 – October 3, 2010
$1,515 per person based on twin share, land only
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Highlights
All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!
Included
- Rome: Evening walking tour; See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum & Roman Forum
- Vatican City: See St. Peter’s Basilica
- Venice: Private motorboat to the historic islands; See Piazza San Marco, Bridge of Sighs and the Doges’ Palace; Murano glass-blowing & Burano lace-making demonstrations
- Florence: Walking tour with a local guide; See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria; Florentine leather craft demonstration
Accommodations
- 7 nights in superior tourist class hotels
- Accommodation based on your choice of twin or triple-share with private facilities
- 7 Continental breakfasts (B) and 4 three-course dinners (D) as per itinerary
- Hotel tips, local taxes and service charges
Contiki Difference
- Experienced, professional Tour Manager and Driver
- Modern air-conditioned coach with reclining seats
Optional Activities
Venice
- Gondola Ride (Euro 21.00)
No trip to Venice is complete without a ride on the canals in a world-famous gondola. Take in the sights, savour every minute and treasure this truly memorable Venetian experience. - Venetian Restaurant (Euro 29.00)
Our chosen venue guarantees a warm and friendly welcome in true Venetian fashion. You’ll enjoy a superb selection of local specialities and some local wine, making it an unforgettable evening in one of the most romantic cities in the world.
Florence
- ‘Montebuoni’ Tuscan Dinner (Euro 37.00)
Montebuoni’ is a charming 16th Century building set in the scenic Tuscan hills. It’s the venue for our truly traditional Tuscan evening. Begin with a cocktail and an excellent antipasta buffet. Next is delicious freshly made pasta and a wonderfully aromatic main course – all washed down with some local Chianti wine. A truly special evening. - Night Club (Euro 11.00)
A chance to dance the night away at one of Florence’s best clubs. Your first drink is included in the price. - Souvenir Group Photo (Euro 11.50)
A photo of you and all of your new friends is the perfect souvenir from your tour. The photo will be taken with a panorama of Florence in the background or in one of the city’s famous piazzas.
Rome
- Guided Imperial Tour ([Euro 23.00 (10-19 people) / Euro 22.00 (20+ people)]
Join a local guide for an excursion back in time. You’ll wander across the cobbled stones of the Roman Forum, marvel at the Colosseum and learn why the glory of Imperial Rome still stands out in the history of western culture. Price includes entry into Forum and Colosseum. - Rome Farewell Dinner (Euro 36.00)
Why not join us for our farewell dinner, situated on the banks of the famous River Tiber? Enjoy a fabulous traditional 4-course Roman dinner, washed down with some Italian wine and accompanied by some local opera singers. A night never to be forgotten!
Itinerary:
September 25: Depart USA
September 26: Arrive Rome
Check in to your hotel and this evening meet your Tour Manager and get to know your fellow Contiki travelers over dinner. Then hit the streets for some sightseeing of Italy’s ancient capital city. (D)- See Piazza Venezia, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Colosseum and Roman Forum
September 27: Rome
Tap into ‘La Dolce Vita’ of the “Eternal City” and explore this living museum. Get a feeling for Imperial Rome’s glory on an optional tour of the Roman Forum and Colosseum. (B)
September 28: Rome to Florence
Pass through rural Umbria’s rolling hills and terraced vineyards to Renaissance Florence. A local guide gives you the inside track on the city’s striking buildings and sacred art. (B,D)- See St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City
- See the Duomo, Basilica Santa Croce, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the Baptistry & Piazza della Signoria in Florence
September 29: Florence
Uncover the amazing masterpieces of Michelangelo’s Florence. Also, shop along the Ponte Vecchio or get your lips around some fine Tuscan cuisine before hitting up the Florentine nightlife. (B)- Florentine leather craft demonstration
September 30: Florence
Take a day trip out to the hills of the rustic Chianti region for a wine tasting and a stop in medieval San Gimignano – the quintessential Tuscan town. (B)
October 1: Florence to Venice
Roll through the Tuscan hillside, stopping in Pisa to check out its architectural wonder, The Leaning Tower. Snake through the Apennine Mountains to fairytale Venice. (B,D)- See the Bridge of Sighs, the Doges’ Palace & St. Mark’s Square in Venice
October 2: Venice
Meander through the ‘floating city’s’ tight alleyways and canals to find grand squares, art-filled palazzos, interesting little shops, bars and markets. (B)- Private motorboat to the historic Venetian islands
- Murano glass-blowing & Burano lace-making demonstrations
October 3: Depart Venice / Rome
The tour ends after breakfast in Venice and it’s time to say “arrivederci” to your new friends. Or if you prefer, catch a free transfer back to Rome where your tour ends when you arrive. (B)
Rates
$1,515 per person based on twin share, land only
Ask about rates for triple and single rooms
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Optional
Travel insurance: $169
How to Book
Submit your $200 non-refundable deposit and registration form to:
Contiki Holidays
Attn: Custom Groups
801 E. Katella Ave.
Anaheim, CA 92805
Call: x
Fax: x
Email: x
Make checks payable to Contiki Holidays.
Final payment is due x; instruction for making final payment will be provided after deposit is received.
Contacts:
Contiki Holidays
866-652-4483
groups@contiki.com
The University of Arizona
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Booking Conditions
Prices are per person in US Dollars based on twin share. Single rooms may be requested, subject to availability, for an additional charge. Triple rooms are also available with a reduction off of the land price.
Roommate matching: If passengers requesting twin or triple share do not have a roommate, we can match them with others within their own group or from other groups so that they will not have to pay a single supplement.
All passengers must be between the ages of 18 and 35.
Air: Air can be requested through Contiki Holidays at the time of an individual booking and deposit. Please inquire for details on air rates, schedules and availability.
Insurance: Travel insurance is strongly recommended and is available through Contiki Holidays. Basic insurance can be purchased for $109 per person and Preferred insurance can be added for an additional $35 per person. To receive full benefits of the insurance, payment for insurance must be made within 48 hours of the initial deposit.
95 days prior to departure any unused allocated space will be released and will be available on a first come first served basis.
21-14 days prior to departure travel documents will be sent.
Payments:
A $200 per person deposit plus insurance (if purchasing) and a completed registration form is required for an individual to book into the group block.
60 days prior to departure final payment is due.
Tour Cancellation Policy:
Deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Individual cancellations outside 60 days prior to departure will forfeit deposits.
Individual cancellations between 60 – 22 days prior to departure incur a 25% cancellation penalty.
Individual cancellations between 21 – 8 days prior to departure incur a 30% cancellation penalty.
Individual cancellations between 7 – 1 days prior to departure incur a 50% cancellation penalty.
Individual cancellations on or after the day of departure incur a 100% cancellation penalty.
