$3225.00

DISCOVER & EXPLORE TUSCANY

with HAYWOOD COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

October 25, 2017 to November 02, 2017

Day 1: 10/25/2017 - USA - Italy

Main Group: Today depart the U.S. on an international flight to Italy. Rome Group: Enjoy a guided tour of the city enroute to your hotel. Later, you may wish to explore the city on your own or take the hop on hop off bus around town to explore the city and key attractions a little more or simply wander the city streets while shopping and dining in one of the many Pizzeria`s in town. (B)

Day 2: 10/26/2017 - Arrival Day / Montecatini

Upon arrival, proceed to baggage claim and after clearing customs you will be met by your English-speaking Discovery Program Guide who will assist you onto your deluxe motorcoach. You will arrive at the nearby spa resort town of Montecatini, your home for the next seven nights. Montecatini is situated in the northern part of Tuscany, just outside of Florence, in the heart of the Italian art cradle. One of the many highlights of this tour is that there is no "packing and unpacking"... a relaxed way to experience this wonderful region of Italy. Have a Welcome Cocktail and briefing this evening at the hotel. Then enjoy your first real Italian meal this evening in the dining room. Dinner is at the hotel. (D)

Day 3: 10/27/2017 - Florence

After breakfast, you'll travel to the heart of the Tuscan region and the city of Florence, which has produced famous artists such as Leonardo da Vinci, Dante and Michelangelo. Your tour of Florence will include a visit to the Piazza del Duomo to see its massive bronze "Gates of Paradise," Signoria Square, the 13th century Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Giotto Tower, the Church of Santa Croce where Michelangelo is buried. (B)

Day 4: 10/28/2017 - Pisa

In the morning, you will visit Pisa, just a few minutes away. The Square of Mirades contains some breathtaking monuments: the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral, the Baptistry, the monumental cemetery and the Opa Museum. Exploring is made simple, as everything is located within a few hundred yards. Maybe taste a local cappuccino at one of the cafes on the square. This afternoon, you"ll have the opportunity to enjoy free time shopping or exploring Montecatini on your own OR participating in an tour to Lucca. (B, D)

Day 5: 10/29/2017 - Montecatini (Cinque Terre)

Today, enjoy an OPTIONAL Tour of Cinque Terre where you`ll find rugged beauty and a slow pace. Named for the five towns of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore, this portion of the Italian Riviera is a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with a string of centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline. In each of the 5 towns, colorful houses and ancient vineyards cling to steep terraces, fishing boats bob in harbors and trattorias turn out seafood specialties along with the Liguria region's famous sauce, pesto. (B)

Day 6: 10/30/2017 - San Gimignano

After breakfast we travel into the heart of Tuscany. As we travel south you will recognize many of the landscapes from the movie ``Under the Tuscan Sun," filmed in this area. Visiting the walled city of San Gimignano, you will admire the many towers, once the skyscrapers of the 13th and 14th centuries, the best-preserved medieval village in Italy. We will stroll around the tiny streets leading to the top of the village, maybe stop in one of the many cafes and small trattorias for a sandwich and a "gelato"... Italian ice cream. [Chamber Experience] As you drive south through the Italian wine country of Chianti this afternoon, your stop will include a winery to taste the local superb wine. Enjoy local wines and an educational program as brought to you by the leaders of the local wine industry. (B, D)

Day 7: 10/31/2017 - Montecatini (Venice)

Day at Leisure or take an OPTIONAL full day Tour to Venice. Enjoy a city tour of Venice where you will see St. Marks Cathedral and Doge``s palace. This afternoon, make a life memory as you enjoy the sights, sounds and the hustle and bustle of Venice while cruising the Grand Canal aboard a traditional wood carved gondola boat. While cruising be sure to look for the Rialto Bridge which is the most famous and oldest of the four bridges that span the Grand Canal. Venice is a must-do Italian experience. Enjoy! (B)

Day 8: 11/01/2017 - Montecatini (Siena)

ay at Leisure or take an OPTIONAL Touto Siena: Tour Siena, in the heart of Tuscany. Your escort will lead you to the Piazza del Campo, the ancient Tuscan capitol, a fascinating art town. This is the site of the most famous "palio" in all of Italy. This race of men on horseback, held twice a year, is charged with electricity as the competitors race around the town square at a furious pace. Take the time to explore the museums and churches of Siena and the glamorous shops of the Via dei Banchi de Sopra. This evening enjoy a delicious Tuscan Feast with your fellow travelers as a tribute to your new fond memories in Italy. (B, DB)

Day 9: 11/02/2017 - Departure Day

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return fight to the U.S or extend your stay with an OPTIONAL POST-TOUR extension to Rome. (B)
LEGEND: ( ) = Included meal, B = Breakfast, D = Dinner, DB = Dinner Banquet, L = Lunch
7 night program based in Montecatini, Terme Italy with day tours to Florence, Pisa, and San Gimignano included.<br/><br/>Highlights:<br/> - Round trip scheduled airfare into Tuscany<br/> - Round trip transfers between airports and hotel<br/> - 7 nights first class hotel<br/> - Superb cuisine, daily breakfast, and 4 dinners<br/> - City tour Florence, see the Cathedral, Baptistery, and the famous Gates of Paradise<br/>- The Leaning Tower of Pisa<br/>- Full day tour of San Gimignano<br/>- Chianti Wine Tasting<br/>- Chamber Experience in Tuscany<br/>- Tuscan Feast Dinner<br/>- Discovery Program Guide
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Price Per Person
Book today and make your balance of payment by check, and you will receive a $200 discount.
 
Optional Venice Day Tour from Tuscany MIN 15)
Per Person Price: $259.00
VATICAN TOUR (MIN 20)
This Tour is only available with Rome Post Tour Extension of Your Trip.
Accompanied by our guide, you will enjoy a unique and exciting tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Brilliantly decorated and lined with masterpieces, the Museums brim with treasures and history. (Price includes reservations fees and headsets)
Per Person Price: $119.00
OPTIONAL: LUCCA TOUR (MIN 15)
Per Person Price: $70.00
OPTIONAL: CINQUE TERRE TOUR
Per Person Price: $165.00
OPTIONAL: LUCCA TOUR (MIN 20)
1/2 Day Tour
After your tour of Pisa, you may wish to enjoy the historic town of Lucca (if not, you will return to Montecatini for an afternoon at leisure). Being of Etruscan origin, Lucca once belonged to the ancient Roman powers, and then self proclaimed itself as independent for five centuries, making Lucca truly a gem in Tuscany. It is a haven filled with divine religious buildings, fascinating history and with fabulous places to eat. Lucca is absolutely a must visit in this region. Enjoy a ride on the Italian rail system for your return to Montecatini.
Per Person Price: $89.00
SIENA (MIN 15)
Per Person Price: $125.00
ROME POST TOUR, TWIN
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Price
Twin
$599.00
*Optional Tours and Tour Extensions require minimum participation numbers and as such are subject to cancellation, change and price changes based upon participation rates.*
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HAYWOOD COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, 28 Walnut St, Waynesville, North Carolina 28786
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