Grand Tour of Italy

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Start this incredible journey with a tour of the extraordinary floating city of Venice. Discover highlights including St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge before heading to Bologna. Travel through Tuscany's beautiful countryside to the spa town of Montecatini Terme, and from here discover the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Head to the Lazio region, and the ancient city of Rome to discover iconic landmarks such as Trevi Fountain, the Colosseum, and the Spanish steps, with optional trips to the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel highly recommended. Your next destination is the scenic Sorrento Peninsula, where a guided tour of Pompeii, buried beneath hot ash when Mount Vesuvius erupted, brings this well-preserved ruined city to life. You'll also have the chance to admire the beauty of the Amalfi Coast and cruise to the island of Capri, before ending this epic tour on the island of Sicily for views of Mount Etna.

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What's Included

Return flights from London

14 nights in 4-star hotels 23 meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 8 dinners and welcome drink

Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide

Overseas transfers, other transportation and porterage

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Itinerary

Day 1 to day 15

Day 1 UK - Venice

Day 2 Venice

Day 3 Bologna - Montecatini

Day 4 Pisa

Day 5 Florence

Day 6 Orvieto - Rome

Day 7 Rome

Day 8 Rome - at Leisure

Day 9 Pompeii - Sorrento Peninsula

Day 10 Sorrento Peninsula - at Leisure

Day 11 Sorrento Peninsula - at Leisure

Day 12 Pizzo Calabro - Sicily

Day 13 Taormina

Day 14 Giardini Naxos - at Leisure

Day 15 Catania - UK

Day 1 - 2: Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese

Set in a historic 19th-century building in the middle of rich parkland, the Villa Pace Park Bolognese is just outside Treviso and a 20 minute drive from Venice. The hotel features a new renovated wing, which is connected to the main building by panoramic corridors overlooking the park. The spacious rooms feature parquet floors, classical or modern furnishings and a satellite TV.

Day 3 - 5: Grand Hotel Francia & Quirinale

Grand Hotel Francia & Quirinale was built in 1908 in Liberty style and the four-generation owners still live here and welcome guests with warmth and exceptional hospitality. Facilities include a restaurant, bar, swimming pool and poolside bar, Wi-Fi throughout. Hotel rooms feature flat-screen TV, air-conditioning and safety deposit box.

Day 6 - 8: The Palladium

The Palladium Hotel features a panoramic rooftop bar, free Wi-Fi throughout and rooms with classic-style décor. This centrally located hotel is a short walk away from many famous attractions, such as Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore, The Colosseum, Rome's Opera House and many more. Hotel rooms feature classic wood furniture, satellite TV, air conditioning and grès porcelain or parquet floors. The bathroom includes hairdryer and toiletries.

Day 9 - 11: Grand Hotel Moon Valley

Day 12 - 14: Sant Alphio Garden Hotel & Spa

The Sant Alphio Garden Hotel & Spa is located in the heart the Giardini Naxos, just a few steps from the sea on the east coast of the Ionian Sea. The hotel has an on-site restaurant serving regional and international cuisine, a bar, a freshwater outdoor swimming pool and private beach. Hotel rooms are furnished in modern style and have private facilities, TV, air-conditioning, phone and Wi-Fi.

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