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ITALY & GREECE TOUR
12 DAY TOUR ROME TO ATHENS FROM $2,499 US
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Italy and Greece are steeped in history with a treasure trove of ancient sites and scenic beauty. On this affordable Italy and Greece tour, you'll see the exceptional features these countries have to offer, starting in Rome and ending in Athens. In Italy, you'll stay in Rome, Florence, and the Venice area; in Greece, you'll stay in Olympia, Nauplia, and Athens. You'll also spend one night on a ferry, crossing the Adriatic Sea from Ancona,
Italy to Patras, Greece. Visit Rome with a local guide who brings ancient Imperial Rome back to life as you see the Colosseum. Enjoy must-see sights, including Piazza Signoria, in the middle of Florence; the Roman arena in Verona, and Pisa's famous Leaning Tower. In Venice, take a boat ride to St. Mark's Square and watch glassblowers create works of art as they have done for centuries - or discover the lagoon at your own pace. Step back in time on your visit to Athens' Acropolis and the Parthenon, dating back to the 5th century BC, and the most accurate indication of the influence and wealth of Athens at its greatest peak. You'll also visit Mycenae, dating back to 1350 to 1200 BC, where you'll marvel at the arches, fountains, ramparts, and amazing masonry still standing. All these elements come together perfectly to create a value-minded Italy and Greece tour like no other!
All This Included.
Adventure is knocking with everything you need for perfectly affordable touring. We include hand-selected accommodations, guided sightseeing, and seamless transportation between destinations-with value-minded travel lovers in mind. Explore with expert Tour Directors and Local Guides, complimentary headsets, private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free WiFi, a canal boat ride in Venice and an overnight ferry crossing to Greece. Enhance your free time to explore like a local with your GO mobile app!
Day 1: Arrive in Rome, Italy
Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore Italy's ancient capital using your GO app. This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.
Day 2: Rome
The "Eternal City" is steeped in history, vibrantly alive and exciting, and absolutely unique! Start the included introduction to Rome's landmarks from St. Peter's Square with a Local Guide. Enjoy a drive along the iconic landmarks of the city: the Tiber River, the Caius Cestius Pyramid, the Aurelian Walls, and the Caracalla Baths. Complete the experience with a walk back in time from the Circus Maximus to the Arch of Constantine and to the fascinating Colosseum, symbol of the Roman Empire.(B)
While we include select excursions on your trip, you may wish to explore other options for your free time. Below is a selection of excursions that may be available for purchase on your tour.
Option - Treasures of Rome and Dinner
Enjoy a tour of Rome and relax over a 3-course dinner with dessert, local wine, and authentic Roman atmosphere! 4h 0m
Day 3: Rome - Pisa - Florence
Vistas of rolling hills, cypress trees, vineyards, olive groves, and rural villages form the backdrop of your journey through beautiful Tuscany. Stop in Pisa and enjoy a mini-train ride to see the Square of Miracles and the amazing Leaning Tower, then on to Florence. End the day by joining the optional Gastronomy Experience in a typical restaurant. (B) Todays Distance: 273 mi/ 440 km
Option - Tuscan Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful dinner in the delightful Tuscan countryside, featuring authentic traditional dishes using the finest local ingredients. 3h 0m
Day 4: Florence
Today, discover the wonders of Florence, starting with a guided walking tour, featuring some of the city's greatest attractions. See Piazza Santa Croce; world-famous Signoria Square; 13th-century Palazzo Vecchio with its collection of artistic masterpieces; Loggia dei Lanzi; the unique Duomo with Giotto's Gothic Bell Tower and the Baptistry's ornate bronze door known as the "Gate of Paradise." (B)
Option - Highlights of Uffizi Gallery
Come face-to-face with the world's greatest masterpieces when you skip the long lines and head right into the Uffizi Gallery on this extraordinary guided tour! 1h 30m
Day 5: Verona
Travel north and cross the Po River to Verona, setting for Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. Marvel at the ancient Roman Arena, built for gladiator fights but now still used as a popular venue for the festivals and concerts; shop in Via Mazzini, or just wander the cobblestone streets of the city center. (B) Today's Distance: 217 mi/ 350 km
Option - Venetian Dinner
The magic of Venice comes to life as you enjoy an unforgettable evening at one of the city's most celebrated local restaurants. 5h 30m
Option - Magic of Verona
Discover Verona by coach and by foot on this guided introduction to the city forever tied to ancient Rome and Shakespeare's "Romeo & Juliet". 3h 0m
Day 6: Venice
Venice is a place of unmatched beauty and a feast of fantastic sights. View the delightful crisscrossing canals, the gondolas, arched bridges, palaces, and piazzas. Your included orientation features a boat ride to St. Mark's Square and a visit to a Venetian glassblowing workshop. You'll have time to explore at leisure on your own, sipping a cappuccino or the typical Venetian drink called spritz at one of the many bars or cafes. or join one of our optional excursions, like a ride on one of the most iconic boats in the world, the romantic gondola. (B,D)
Option - Venetian Lagoon Cruise with Burano Visit
Experience the floating city from the water as you cruise along the lagoon to charming Burano Island for free time to explore on your own. 3h 0m
Option - Gondola
When in Rome, do as the Romans - and when in Venice, head right for the gondolas! Hop aboard a traditional gondola for a ride through the magical Venetian canals 0h 30m
Day 7: Ancona - Ferry to Patras Greece
Travel across the flatlands of the Po Delta to reach Ancona on the shores of the Adriatic Sea, to embark on the ferry for the crossing to Patras, Greece. Accommodation will be in two-berth cabins with private shower and toilet. (B) Today's Distance by coach: 186 mi/ 300 km
Day 8: Patras - Olympia
During the crossing, enjoy the ship's amenities. Disembark in Patras and drive south into the Peloponnese to Olympia. (B,D) Today's Distance: 63 mi/ 100 km (excluding overnight ferry)
Day 9: Olympia - Nauplia
Enjoy time at leisure or make the most of this morning by taking the optional tour of the sites of ancient Olympia, including the ruins of the Temple of Zeus. In the afternoon, enjoy the rugged scenery of the Peloponnese on the way to Nauplia. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D) Today's Distance: 124 mi/ 201 km
Option - Discover Ancient Olympia
This ancient site is the most famous of Greek sanctuaries, where Zeus was worshiped and where his ivory and gold statue was counted among the Seven Wonders of the World. 3h 30m
Day 10: Nauplia - Athens
Morning visit with a Local Guide to the impressive ruins of Mycenae, an ancient city of Homer's epics. Later, stop to view the Corinth Canal, built between 1881 and 1893.(B) Today's Distance: 87 mi/ 140 km
Day 11: Athens
Join the included sightseeing tour of Athens, featuring the highlights of the ancient capital and a visit to the Acropolis. Explore the shops and museums or take the tram to the coast. In the evening, enjoy the lively atmosphere of the tavernas in the old Plaka district with its narrow streets and sound of bouzouki music, or join an optional traditional Greek dinner. (B)
Option - Greek Dinner & Culture
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of authentic Greek food, culture and music at this fun dining experience. 3h 0m
Day 12: Athens - Home
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (B)
The following UNESCO World Heritage Sites can be seen or visited on the Italy & Greece Tour:
Acropolis Athens
Archeological site of Mycenae
City of Verona
Historic Centre of Florence
Historic Centre of Rome - various properties Vatican City
Piazza del Duomo Pisa
Vatican City
Venice and its Lagoon
Meals
Breakfasts and Dinners as indicated (B,L,D)
DEPARTURE DATES
March to September
PRICES
From approx $2,499 US
per person double occupancy
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