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DAY 6 VENICE AND THE MAGIC OF LA SERENISSIMA Relaxed Start. Your private boat takes you past historic churches and 13th century palaces to St Mark's Square. The first sight is the gilded facade of St. Mark's Basilica. Turn the corner, and view the pink marble of the Doge's Palace, connected to the prisons by the Bridge of Sighs. It was from here that Casanova made his daring escape. Afterwards, board a traditional gondola for a serenade along the romantic canals. Joina MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during a visit to a traditional arts centre. See how beautiful handcrafted glass is made by expert glassblowers, safeguarding traditional skills. (B) DAY 7 assis! Journey to the peaceful town of Assisi, dotted with medieval churches, colourful frescoes and shady courtyards. In the valley, see the Church of St. Mary of the Angels, much venerated as the place of St. Francis’ death, then continue up Mount Subasio to the upper town, With your Local Expert, step inside the huge Basilica of St. Francis, built in the 13th century. The frescoes painted by Giotto here heralded a new era in Italian art. Arrive at your hotel, located in the heart of the medieval Old Town. Enjoy the tranquility of the historic old town during free time. (B) (DW) Hotel Giotto Assisi. DAY 8 sorRENTO ON THE COAST Travel south passing Cassino, the scene of a fierce battle during World War II. Follow the spectacular clifftop road to the picturesque resort of Sorrento, overlooking the Bay of Naples to Mount Vesuvius After checking in to your hotel, spend the rest of the day at your leisure. (B) Hotel Isabella, Sorrento. DAY 9 capri, THE ISLE OF DREAMS Cross the Bay of Naples to reach the beautiful Isle of Capri, a rock rising sheer from the Mediterranean! For 2,000 years, Capri has beckoned visitors from Tiberius to Gracie Fields Arriving at the Marina Grande by boat, ascend to Capri town by one of the island's iconic open-top taxis. ALocal Expert joins you for an exploration of the narrow alleyways. Browse in deluxe boutiques and wonder at the views over the Tyrrhenian Sea. Descend to the port by funicular railway and return to Sorrento, where you are at leisure for the rest of the day. Perhaps head to Positano for an exploration of the colourful Amalfi Coast? (B) DAY 10 Pompeii, FROZEN IN TIME AND ON TO ROME Continue to Pompeii, the opulent Roman town which was preserved by layers of ash from the disastrous eruption of Mount Vesuvius in A.D. 79. Awalk with your Local Expert through the cobbled streets and extensive excavations reveals the daily life of ancient Roman civilization. Visit the Forum and peer into shops and patrician villas, decorated with colourful wall paintings. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Vesuvius National Park and visit Casa Barone. This, small family run farm on the slopes of the volcano is one of the world’s only producers of Piennolo tomatoes, an endangered fruit that only thrives in the fertile volcanic soil. Each harvest is sustainably farmed and cared for by the extended Barone family, who all work here. Be sure to savour the unique flavours of this rare tomato during a truly unique Farm-to-Table lunch. Your journey continues to Rome. Callan Insight Specialist on 1800 001 778 or contact your preferred travel advisor In the evening, enjoy an elegant four-course Celebration Dinner with local wine at a Roman restaurant. As you dine, enjoy a private performance of popular songs and arias from some of Italy's best-loved operas. (B) (LW) (DW) NH Roma Centro/Hotel Romanico Palace. DAY 11 arriveDERCI ROMA Bid farewell to the glories of Italy. Departure transfers arrive at Rome's Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci Airport at 07:00 and 09:30. (B) Museum to see Michelangelo's David (Photo by @kolange06, Day 4, Florence) Oi: INSIGHT CHOICE Visit the Accademia OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE Cruise around (O} the glamorous Isle of Capri. (Photo by @lnsightanna, Day 9, Capri) TOP RATED HIGHLIGHT Visit the ill- fated town of Pompeii with a Local Expert. (Photo by @Carolinaphotogirl, Day 10, Pompeil)
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