TREVI FOUNTAIN, PANTHEON, ST PETER'S BASILICA (WITH PAPAL BLESSING ON SUNDAYS) AND PIAZZA NAVONA

Early morning - except March 24th - Approx 3 hours

An itinerary by coach and on foot to visit the classic monuments of Rome.
Crossing Piazza della Republica 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 our coach will take you to the Basilica of St Peter, (visit inside except when there are religious celebrations) where you can admire one of Michelangelo's magnificant works of art - "La Pieta". Return to the vicinity of the hotel.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel: 8:00 / 8:40 am
From Agency: 9:00 am

COST: € 31,50

PIAZZA VENEZIA, ROMAN FORUM, COLOSSEUM, CIRCUS MAXIMUS, BASILICA OF ST PAUL OUTSIDE THE WALLS

Every Afternoon - except March 24th - Approx 3 hours

Arriving by coach at 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 at the imposing Colosseum. Return to the vicinity of the hotel.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel:
1:30 / 2:15 pm (Nov. - Feb.)
2:00 / 2:40 pm (Mar.- Oct.)

From Agency:
2:30 am (Nov. - Feb.)
3:00 pm (Mar.- Oct.)

COST: € 31,50

Early morning - except on Sundays and religious holidays - Approx 3 hours

The tour begins by coach passing through Piazza della Repubblica with the Fountain of the Nayads and following the ancient Aurelian Walls which once surrounded the ancient city. En route you will see the famous Borghese Park and the northern gate of the ancient city leading into Piazza del Popolo where you will see an Egyptian obelisk dating back to the time of Ramses II. Finally, on arrival at the Vatican Walls your guide will then lead you into the Vatican Museums taking the beautiful Spiral Staircaise and continuing through the Gallery of the Tapestries and the Gallery of the Geographical Maps before arriving in the famous Sistine Chapel with its magnificent fresco of the Last Judgement by Michelangelo. Return to the vicinity of your hotel.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel: 8:00 / 8:40 am
From Agency: 9:00 am

COST: € 45,00

Early afternoon - except March 24th, Christmans, New Year and Easter - Approx 3 hours

The first stop will be on the Esquiline Hill where our guide will show you some of the treasures inside the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, before continuing by coach to stop at the Holy Staircase, the Lateran Palace and the basilica of San Giovani, the cathedral of Rome (visit inside). Then proceeding along the Ancient Appian Way, you will pass by the Chapel of "Domine Quo Vadis" before arriving at the Catacombs, the ancient underground cemeteries and first hiding places for the Christians. A visit will be made to either the Catacombs of S. Callisto, Santa Domitilla or San Sebastiano depending upon seasonal conditions. The tour will end with a spetacular view of the Baths of Emperor Caracalla. Return to the vicinity of your hotel.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel:
1:30 / 2:15 pm (Nov. - Feb.)
2:00 / 2:40 pm (Mar.- Oct.)

From Agency:
2:30 am (Nov. - Feb.)
3:00 pm (Mar.- Oct.)

COST: € 37,50

VILLA ADRIANA, VILLA D'ESTE AND ITS FOUNTAINS

From 1st Marc. to 30th Sept. - Every day except working Mondays - Afternoon
From 1st Oct. to 15th Nov. - Every day except working Mondays - Mornings
From 16th Nov. to 2th8 Feb. - Tue., Thur., Sat. and Sun. - Mornings
Tour lasts Approx 4 hours

Following the anciente Via Tiburtina 30 Kms. east of Rome, this tour allows you to visit and compare two very splendid villas from two different ages. The Villa Adriana dating back to Roman Times and the Villa D'Este from the Renaissance period.

At the foot of the Tiburtini hills, source of the springs that supply the spa town of Bagni di Tivoli andwhichare dominated by vast quarries of travertine marble, you will stop first to visit the ruins of Villa Adriana which can only hint at the grandeur and beauty of this Villa built by Emperor Hadrian to remind him of the monuments and sites he had admired during his travels in the East. We then continue to the Villa D'Este, one of the most beautiful residences of the Renaissance. The Villa's countless fountains, set in the heart of magnificent Italian style gardens, create a delightful symphony of carved stone, shade, sunlight and water.
Return to the hotel.

MORNING DEPARTURE:
FromHotel: 8:00 / 8:40
From Agency: 9:00 am
AFTERNOON DEPARTURE:
From Hotel: 2:00 / 2:40 pm
From Agency: 3:00pm

COST: € 49,00

Every evening - Approx 3 hour

Panoramic Tour of Rome + Dinner (drinks included)
After an interesting panoramic tour of the city, which will also include a stop at the Trevi Fountain, your guide will escort you to a typical local restaurant for a traditional Roman dinner with drinks included. After dinner, return to the vicinity of your hotel.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel: 7:00 pm
From Agency: 8:00 pm

COST: € 73,50

Every evening - Approx 4 hours

An unforgettable Roman experience.
Driving towards our restaurant this evening, our guide will show you some of Rome's beautifully illuminated monuments. On arrival at the'Fantasie Di Trastevere', you will enjoy a typical folklore show and a traditional Roman dinner. The music, songs and dancing all combine to create a cheerful atmosphere giving you an idea of Rome's traditions of the past. Enjoy yourselves! At the end of the dinner return to the vicinity of your hotel.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel: 7:00 pm
From Agency: 8:00 pm

COST: € 105,00

Florence: the cradle of the Renaissance period, where you breathe art in its Medieval streets, the craftsmens' workshops and the Renaissance Palaces. Here, the memories of the Medici family are linked with the splendour of the works of the reknowned artists: Michelangelo, Leonardo and Botticelli.
Leaving Rome in a northerly direction and crossing the green valley of the Tiber, you pass the slopes of the Apennines covered with olive groves and vineyards to reach the famous valley of Chianti before finally arriving in Florence build on the banks of the river Arno. The city tour will commence with a visit to the Academy Museum where you will see the magnificant David by Michelangelo before continuing on foot with your local guide to see the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with its beautiful dome by Brunelleschi. Other treasures, the Baptistry and Giotto's Bell Tower can also be admired before reaching Piazza della Signoria, the "heart" of Florence. Your included luncu willbe served in a typical Florentine restaurant before continuing with your walk in the afternoon.
You will then continue on foot to the Piazza Santa Croce where the church of the same name is situated, to see the memorial to Dante and where great artists like Michelangelo are buried. Then you will have the opportunity to visit a leather schoolx in order to admire one of the typical crafts of the city, and here you will also have some free time to see the work of local goldsmiths and other traditional craftsmen. Departure from Florence at approximately 5:00 pm for the return journey to Rome. Return to the vicinity of your hotel.

Useful information: We suggest that you wear comfortable shoes, and remember that it is not permitted to visit churches in shorts, miniskirts or with uncovered shoulders.

DEPARTURE:
From Hotel: 6:45 am
From Agency: 7:30 am

COST: € 127,00