Premium Rome to Split 16 Days
- Spend two memorable nights in a converted castle hotel and dine on a multi-course gourmet meal during your stay in the rolling vineyards of Tuscany's Chianti region.
- Visit the home of a Roman nobleman during an Exclusive Experience. Your aristocratic host will show you around the opulent interiors and explain the rich history of the residence, before sitting down for lunch in his dining room.
- Delight in regional specialties during a wine-tasting at a family garden vineyard in Tuscany and a truffle and Istrian wine tasting in Motovun.
- Take advantage of local knowledge when you travel with expert local leaders who will share the best of their countries, bring history to life and know all the best places to eat.
- Enjoy your own slice of paradise at your Feature Stay hotel – the Hotel Istra sits on its own private island and boasts world class service, fantastic facilities and beautiful grounds to explore.
Options
Premium Rome to Split
What's included in Premium Rome to Split 16 Days
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Day 1 | Rome
Rome
Buongiorno! Welcome to Rome. When you arrive, you’ll take a complimentary transfer to your hotel and settle in. If you arrive early, and it’s recommended that you do to soak in all this incredibly historic city has to offer, maybe grab an espresso and hit the streets. Your adventure officially begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm, where you’ll meet your local leader and fellow travellers. When the formalities are out of the way, get your first taste of Italy with an included dinner at a local restaurant.
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Day 2 | Rome
Rome
From ancient monuments to romantic restaurants, Rome is a city of great beauty and diversity. Today, join a private guide for a trip to the Spanish steps, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and Piazza Navona before reaching Campo de Fiori, where a local fresh produce market has been held since 1869. Join your leader for a quick stop at a local bar for a granita (an iced Italian espresso), then visit a local aristocrat in his home close to the Campo de Fiori. Much of the apartment is still in its original state, including the painted ceiling. Chat with the owner before sitting down for an included lunch in the dining room. The afternoon is free for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe follow in the footsteps of gladiators and Roman emperors with a visit to the iconic Colosseum – one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
Food and Drinks
Accommodation
Embrace the cultural, culinary and natural delights of Italy, Slovenia and Croatia on a 16-day Premium adventure. Travel through the rustic heart of Tuscany, explore the wonders of Venice’s Piazza San Marco and Pisa’s Leaning Tower and visit the home of a Nobleman in Rome with an expert local leader. Discover the waters of Lake Bled and the underground world of the Postojna Caves. Ride the cable car up Mt Vogel for views over Lake Bohinj and appreciate the caves and waterfalls in Plitvice Lakes National Park. Coloured by sunshine and flavoured with local wine, this pocket of Europe is a joy to explore.
Inclusions
- Rome - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Rome – Coffee Granita (Coffee semi-frozen dessert)
- Rome – Guided walking tour
- Rome – Nobleman’s home visit and lunch (Exclusive Experience)
- Siena - Orientation Walk
- Monteriggioni - Orientation Walk
- Chianti Region - Gourmet Dinner
- San Gimignano - Agriturismo Winery Tour & Tasting
- Florence - Orientation Walk
- Pisa - Pisa Visit & Orientation walk
- Lucca - City Walls & Orientation Walk
- Florence - Galleria dell ’Accademia admission
- Florence – Highlights of Florence Guided walk
- Venice -Traghetto boat ride
- Venice - Farewell Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Venice - Water Taxi
- Venice - Palazzo Pisani
- Venice - Academy of Music Visit
- Venice - Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Postojna - Caves Visit
- Ljubljana - Walking Tour
- Ljubljana - Castle visit & funicular
- Bled - Pletna Boat Trip on Lake Bled
- Lake Bohinj - Cable Car to Mt Vogel
- Lake Bohinj - Day Trip
- Motovun - Truffle & Wine Tasting
- Rovinj - Orientation Walk
- Motovun - Town Walls Walk
- Slunj and Rastoke - Villages Walk
- Plitvice Lakes National Park - Entrance & Hike
- Zadar - Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide
- Zadar - Sunset Drink
- Sibenik - Orientation Walk
- Sibenik - St. James Cathedral
Meet
Meeting Points
- The Republic, Italy
End Points
- Heritage Hotel Santa Lucia, Croatia
