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Rome, Siena, Florence, Venice, Italian rivera coast, wine region of Asti, Como lake in the Italian Alps.
Step back in time as you wander through the old fishing villages of Cinque Terra. Savour the wine and breathe in the enchanting smell of the vineyards of Asti. Lose yourself in the romance of Venice. These are only a few of the experiences waiting for you as you discover the Ultimate Italy.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Group Size:
Max 15, Avg 10 Group Leader:
G.A.P leader throughout. Accommodation:
Local hotels (12 nts). Transport:
Local bus, train, boat. Meals Included:
No meals included. Meal Budget:
Allow EUR450 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see dossier Notes:
Please note that the 2008 Ultimate Italy tour (EIUL) in the G.A.P Adventures printed brochure has listed this trip as a 14 day tour, starting and ending in Rome. We apologize for this discrepancy, and would like to assure all passengers that the 13 day itinerary on this web page, starting in Rome and ending in Venice is indeed accurate and up to date. Departure dates listed here are correct and reflect the 13 day itinerary.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Wine tasting in Asti
Lake Como boat trip
Visit to Pisa
Cinque Terre hike
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrive Rome: Arrive in Rome at any time.
Day 2 Siena: Siena is one of Italy's best preserved medieval towns. Wander the streets and enjoy the many treasures of its Romanesque and Gothic architecture.
Day 3-4 Florence: Explore the Tuscan capital that inspired the fathers of Italian Art - Cimabue and Giotto. It is the birthplace of the Italian language (Dante Aliguieri) and the Italian Renaissance.
Day 5 Lucca: Spend the day in this beautiful little Tuscan town.
Day 6-7 Cinque Terre: Five little villages are built into the rocks between the beach and the hills. Hike, swim, drink wine, and watch amazing Mediterranean sunsets. Follow the centuries old footpaths and mule tracks that lead through olive groves, vineyards, orchards and chestnut woods.
Day 8 Asti: Asti is the capital of the province of the same name. Discover the wineries and have fun sampling the vintages, making sure to taste the sparkling Asti Spumante, the region's specialty.
Day 9-10 Como: Explore Bellagio, a charming lake town that is often described as the "most beautiful in all of Europe."
Day 11-12 Venice: Venice is one of the few cities in the world that can be truly described as unique. Over an extra-ordinarily long period, the city was embellished with monuments of rare splendour that today make it a town like none other in the entire world.
Day 13 Depart Venice: Depart at any time.
B - breakfast L - lunch D - dinner
DEPARTURE DATES
Starts
Ends
26 April 2008
08 May 2008
03 May 2008
15 May 2008
17 May 2008
29 May 2008
31 May 2008
12 June 2008
07 June 2008
19 June 2008
14 June 2008
26 June 2008
28 June 2008
10 July 2008
05 July 2008
17 July 2008
19 July 2008
31 July 2008
26 July 2008
07 August 2008
02 August 2008
14 August 2008
16 August 2008
28 August 2008
30 August 2008
11 September 2008
06 September 2008
18 September 2008
13 September 2008
25 September 2008
20 September 2008
02 October 2008
27 September 2008
09 October 2008
04 October 2008
16 October 2008
18 October 2008
30 October 2008
25 October 2008
06 November 2008
01 November 2008
13 November 2008
15 November 2008
27 November 2008
TRAVEL STYLE
Original adventures attract travellers seeking the authentic and unique experience only available on our small group adventures. Variety is the key on Original adventures. We epitomize the spirit of off the beaten track travel by making use of varied and interesting transportation and accommodation. These tours are the essence of the G.A.P Adventures grassroots travel philosophy.
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*All Rand prices have been calculated at 1USD=ZAR8.00 or 1GBP=ZAR16.00 and are subject to change according to currency fluctuations
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Original adventures attract travellers seeking the authentic and unique experience only available on our small group adventures. Variety is the key on Original adventures. We epitomize the spirit of off the beaten track travel by making use of varied and interesting transportation and accommodation. These tours are the essence of the G.A.P Adventures grassroots travel philosophy.