La Dolce Vita Getaway

Day 1:
Fly to Venice from Sydney (Please call us for other Airports)
Tue 18 Jun 2024 - Wed 19 Jun 2024 | 1 nights

Day 2:
Arrive VENICE
Make own way to your hotel for 1 Night pre-cruise stay

CRUISE ITINERARY

Day 3: VENICE
Wed 19 Jun 2024 | Depart 06:00 PM

Day 4: BOLOGNA (RAVENNA)
Thu 20 Jun 2024 | 08:00 AM To 06:00 PM

Day 5: ANCONA
Fri 21 Jun 2024 | 08:00 AM To 02:00 PM

Day 6: KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
Sat 22 Jun 2024 | 09:30 AM To 10:00 PM

Day 7: AT SEA
Sun 23 Jun 2024

Day 8: TARANTO
Mon 24 Jun 2024 | 08:00 AM To 05:00 PM

Day 9: TAORMINA(GIARDINI NAXOS),SICILY,ITALY
Tue 25 Jun 2024 | 09:00 AM To 08:00 PM

Day 10: SICILY (PALERMO)
Wed 26 Jun 2024 | 08:00 AM To 06:00 PM

Day 11: AMALFI
Thu 27 Jun 2024 | 08:00 AM To 10:00 PM

Day 12: SORRENTO,ITALY
Fri 28 Jun 2024 | 07:30 AM To 05:30 PM

Day 13: ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA), ITALY
Sat 29 Jun 2024 | Arrive 06:00 AM

Meals - All day gourmet dining plus select non-alcoholic beverages.

Italian Indulgence - 12nt, Small Group Tour
(Sat 29 Jun 2024 - Thu 11 Jul 2024)

Day 14 - Rome (Italy)
29 Jun 2024

Private Transfer - Port to Hotel

They say all roads lead to Rome – and that is where we’ll begin our delightful Italian adventure. After meeting the group, we’ll enjoy a delicious dinner at a local restaurant. Accommodation: The Guardian Hotel (or similar)

Meals - Dinner

Day 15- Rome – Assisi – Perugia
30 Jun 2024

After breakfast, our route will whisk us away to awe-inspiring Assisi, the birthplace of St Francis. After getting to know the famous hilltop town a little better on an orientation tour, we’ll move on to Perugia – the medieval capital of the Umbria region. Accommodation: Hotel Fortuna (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast

Day 16- Perugia – Siena – Rural Tuscany
01 Jul 2024

Introducing Siena: a magnificent Gothic city bursting with fabulous architecture. After exploring the UNESCO World Heritage-listed town centre with our Tour Leader, we’ll make tracks for tonight’s idyllic accommodation: a country villa hotel set amidst the rolling Tuscan countryside. For dinner this evening, we’ll come together to indulge in some superb local cuisine. Accommodation: Villa Pitiana (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

Day 17- Rural Tuscany
02 Jul 2024

Interested in learning a few Italian culinary secrets? You’re in luck! Today our friendly hosts will help us to prepare a classic Tuscan lunch. After indulging in our creations, the afternoon will be ours to take in the panoramic countryside views or take a dip in the pool. Accommodation: Villa Pitiana (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast & Lunch

Day 18- Rural Tuscany – Florence – Lucca
03 Jul 2024

Today we’ll turn our attention to Florence: the birthplace of the Renaissance and home of some of the world’s most treasured masterpieces. A local guide will bring the city alive as we stroll by the likes of the Duomo and the Ponte Vecchio on a walking tour. Then, as the afternoon turns to dusk, we’ll press on to lovely Lucca. Accommodation: Hotel Alla Corte degli Angeli (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast

Day 19- Lucca – Pisa – Lucca
04 Jul 2024

Prepare to see an Italian icon up close today as we pay a visit to the Campo Dei Miracoli: home to the legendary Leaning Tower of Pisa. There will be plenty of time for photographing this iconic landmark and uncovering the acoustic wonders of the Baptistry of St John before returning to Lucca. This afternoon, we’ll have the chance to explore the cobblestone streets at our own pace. Accommodation: Hotel Alla Corte degli Angeli (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast

Day 20- Lucca – Camogli and Portofino – Ligurian Riviera
05 Jul 2024

It’s time to experience the glitz and glamour of the Italian Riviera! Today we’ll make stops at romantic Camogli and glittering Portofino before settling along the Ligurian Riviera. This evening, take some time to wander along the beautiful seafront– taking in the pastel-coloured houses and elegant hotels. Accommodation: Europa Hotel Design Spa 1877 (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast

Day 21- Ligurian Riviera – Barolo – Asti – Langhe Region
06 Jul 2024

Rise and shine – this morning we’ll venture to the breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Piedmont region. We’ll head out into the rolling hills of Alba to join a truffle hunt with a local farmer and his dog. Afterwards, we’ll continue our journey south to the enchanting Langhe region where we’ll enjoy some free time before a sumptuous group dinner. Accommodation: Hotel Santa Vittoria (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

Day 22- Langhe Region – Alba – Lake Orta – Lake Maggiore
07 Jul 2024

Away from the coast and onwards to Barolo, in Piedmont: a region of rich red wines and luxurious cuisine. This afternoon there’s a treat in store for the bon vivants among us – we’ll be visiting a local distillery near Asti to taste some local liquors. Later, we’ll hit the road to the captivating Lake Orta: a tranquil retreat sitting pretty at the bottom of the imposing Monte Mottarone. Then: from one blissful Italian lake to another! Lake Maggiore will be the final stop on today’s scenic journey. Accommodation: Grand Hotel Majestic (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast

Day 23- Lake Maggiore
08 Jul 2024

Today we’ll leave dry land behind us and set sail for the Borromean Island: a charming collection of islets located in the western corner of the lake. Get ready to explore idyllic Isola Madre and the pretty harbour of Isola dei Pescatori. We’ll also wander around the Baroque Borromeo Palace on Isola Bella with a local guide before we return to shore. After a light lunch, we’ll have some free time to spend at our leisure. Accommodation: Grand Hotel Majestic (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast& Lunch

Day 24- Lake Maggiore – Lake Como – Sondrio
09 Jul 2024

After bidding a fond farewell to Lake Maggiore we will venture along the shores of stunning Lake Como. Passing lakeside villages draped in opulence, here we’ll receive a rare insight into how the rich and famous live. Continuing our journey, we’ll stop to taste some local wine before arriving at Sondrio – our home for the night. Accommodation: Grand Hotel della Posta (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast

Day 25- Sondrio – Lake Molveno – Trento
10 Jul 2024

Today we’ll shine the spotlight on one of the most beautiful lakes in Italy: the spectacular Lake Molveno – a swathe of iridescent blue that lies at the foot of the Brenta Dolomites. Then, our Tour Leader will take us on a leisurely stroll around the mountain city of Trento before we settle in for tonight’s farewell dinner. Accommodation: Grand Hotel Trento (or similar)

Meals - Breakfast & Dinner

Day 26- Trento – Verona – Venice
11 Jul 2024

Filled with impressive ruins and romantic hotspots, fair Verona beckons today. After taking in the city highlights on an orientation tour, we’ll board the mini-coach one last time for the journey to our show-stopping finale: the floating city of Venice.

Meals - Breakfast

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