Itinerary Overview
Wednesday, November 8th
Travel Day
Off we Go!
Those starting their tour with 2 days in Rome start their adventure Wednesday night, heading from NYC to Rome.
Thursday, November 9th
Arrival in Rome
November 9 - 13 (Eric & Trish Confirmation)
November 10 - 13 (Barbara & James Confirmation)
Welcome to History!
Explore the Eternal City! On your day of arrival in Rome, take a leisurely stroll along the cobblestone streets and discover the city's iconic sights. With no scheduled tours or events, you can take your time to explore the many galleries, monuments, and restaurants that make this city so unforgettable. Welcome to the wonders of Italy in November 2023
Fri, Nov 10th & Sat, Nov 11th
Rome in Two Days
VIP Immersive Experience
Trish & Eric start their 2 day immersive tour of Rome while Barbara, James & Alec arrive, catch up on sleep, and do some exploring. All get together for Roman dinner!
The Rome in Two Days: VIP Immersive Experience is an amazing, private experience and a once in a lifetime experience. It's not cheap, but it is WELL worth it. Your personal guides will get you to the right place at the right time, avoiding crowds and sharing their vast knowledge of all things Vatican (Day 1) and all things Roman (Day 2)
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James, Barbara, Alec and Teti got to experience this 2 day dive into Rome in January 2019 and have nothing but great things to say about it!
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Tour includes:
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Complete Rome experience
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An expert English-speaking private guide
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Expedited entrance tickets to all the sites
Highlights:
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The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
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St. Peter's Basilica
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The Colosseum
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The Roman Forum
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The Spanish Steps
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The Trevi Fountain
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Piazza Navona
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The Pantheon
Hidden Gems:
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The Palatine Hill
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The Raphael Rooms
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Castel Sant' Angelo
Saturday, Nov 11th
Rome
Trish and Eric enjoy their 2nd day of their Tour of Rome while Barbara, James and Alec explore a bit, poke around museums and stores, etc. In the evening, we'll all meet up, catch up, and find something good to eat.
Sunday, Nov 12th
Rome to Pompeii & Naples
Pompeii Tours & the Archeological Museum of Naples
Discover the lost world of Pompeii and priceless ancient artworks in Naples Archaeological Museum
Another private tour day with Through Eternity Tours.
-- Hop a fast train to Naples in the morning --
-- Meet our guide / driver for the day of touring --
-- Back on the train and back to our hotel in Rome for the evening --
Tour includes:
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An expert English-speaking private guide
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Private driver and round-trip car transportation between Naples and Pompeii
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Skip the Line tickets to Pompeii
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Tickets to the Archaeological Museum of Naples
Highlights:
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Pompeii Forum
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The Plaster Casts
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Pompeii Thermal Baths
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The Temple of Apollo
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House of the Vettii
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The Farnese Bull
Hidden Gems:
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The Lupanar
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The Gabinetto Segreto (secret collection of erotic ancient art)
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The Alexander Mosaic
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The Farnese Hercules
Monday, Nov 13th
Rome to Florence
With a stop in Orvieto
Corte Calzaiuoli Elegant Suites
November 13 - 17 (Confirmation)
Off to Florence We Go!
Today begins the second leg of our Italian tour, where we will check in for a four night stay in Florence.
En route, we will have a chance to hop off the train and get a feel for the city of Orvieto, an Umbrian city with almost 3,000 years of history!
9:02am - 10:28am
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Train from Rome to Orvieto
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While in Orvieto:
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Cable Car from Train Station
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Pozzo di San Patrizio / St Patrick's Well
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Walk through old part of city
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Wild Boar & Black Truffles for lunch
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Orvieto's Duomo
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Underground Tour
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6:37pm - 8:55pm
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Train from Orvieto to Florence
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Tuesday, Nov 14th
Florence
Florence is a city of art, history, and culture that will enchant you from the moment you arrive. Whether you want to admire the masterpieces of the Renaissance, stroll along the Arno river, or taste the delicious Tuscan cuisine. Florence is not only a destination, but an experience that will stay with you forever.
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For our first day in Florence - a little bit of a slower pace after a bunch of intensive tourist days in a row! A visit to Boboli Gardens and Palazzo Pitti, a bit of shopping, and of course some great food!
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Definitely a good day for an amazing chef's tasting menu!
Wednesday, Nov 15th
Florence
Tour includes:
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Tickets and expedited entrance to the Accademia and Uffizi
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Expert, fluent English-speaking local guide
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Exploration of the most beautiful streets and squares of Florence
Highlights:
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The Uffizi Gallery
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The Accademia and Michelangelo's David
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The Duomo and Brunelleschi's Dome (outside)
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Piazza della Signoria
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Ponte Vecchio
Hidden Gems:
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Orsanmichele
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The Baptistery (exterior) and Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise
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The Loggia dei Lanzi with Giambologna's scuptures
Thursday, Nov 16th
Florence - Tuscany
Wine Tour Day
Or other day trip from Florence? - Details TBD!
Friday, Nov 17th
Florence to Venice
November 17 - 19 (Confirmation)
Welcome to The City of Love!
Venice is a city unlike any other. It is built on a group of 118 small islands that are connected by over 400 bridges and canals. It is a city of art, culture, and history, where you can admire the stunning architecture, visit the famous museums and churches, and enjoy the lively festivals and events. Venice is also a city of romance, where you can glide along the water in a gondola, explore the charming neighborhoods, and watch the sunset over the lagoon. Venice is a city that will enchant you with its beauty and charm. Come and discover why Venice is the city of canals. 🛶
After a leisurely breakfast, it's time to hop a train to Venice!
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Once checked in to our amazing looking honeymoon suites in the city of love, we'll have the rest of the day to wonder, shop, eat...
Saturday, Nov 18th
Venice - an immersive day tour!
Tour includes:
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Entrance tickets into St. Mark's Basilica and the Doges Palace
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Expert English-speaking private guide
Highlights:
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St. Mark's Basilica
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St. Mark's Square
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The Doge's Palace
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The Bridge of Sighs
Hidden Gems:
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The spectacular labyrinth of Venice
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A traditional Venetian bacaro (wine bar) * consumptions not included in the price *
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The world's quirkiest bookshop
Sunday, Nov 19th
Travel Home Day... BOOOOO!!
It's time to say goodby to Italy. Today we get on a plane and head back to the real world...
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Although... Barbara and James are considering extending a few more days and heading into the mountains to visit Barbara's old world cousins in Tuenno. Wanna join us??? They are such welcoming, friendly folks - and they make simply the best polenta and rabbit stew :)