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The Italian Vistas tour with AAA Member Choice Vacations®
From the ancient ruins of Pompeii to the chic charm of Capri, embark on a spectacular Italian getaway on the Italian Vistas tour with AAA Member Choice Vacations®.
Special Offers and Member Benefits:
- Member Benefits*
- $50 per person savings on all itineraries
- Roundtrip sedan service with the purchase of airfare**
- AAA Vacations® Amenities
- Up to $75 credit on a pre-booked optional tour experience credit
- Best Price Guarantee
- 24/7 Member Care
- Up to $75 credit on a pre-booked optional tour experience credit
What You May Experience:
Enjoy multiple-night stays in Rome, the Sorrento Coast, Florence, Venice, and Stresa in the Lake District. Discover the treasures of Classical Rome, including the Colosseum. Walk in the footsteps of the ancient Romans in Pompeii. Take a boat to the enchanting Isle of Capri. See the gems of the Renaissance in Florence's Academy Gallery, including Michelangelo's David. Marvel at the Leaning Tower of Pisa and stroll the streets of Verona. Stop at a Tuscan winery and farm for a lunch of regional specialties and wines. Tour Venice and walk the Castello district. Cruise to Isola dei Pescatori, one of the scenic Borromean Islands. Delve deeper into its history and culture as you visit some of the world’s most beautiful locales.
Where You Will Stay:
- Mediterraneo Hotel
- Hotel Michelangelo
- Grand Hotel Baglioni
- NH Venezia Santa Lucia
- Regina Palace Hotel
Cultural and Culinary Experiences:
- Visit the Academy Museum in Florence to see Michaelangelo's famous statue of David.
- Stroll the streets of Verona - the backdrop for Romeo and Juliet.
- Enjoy the magic of the Italian lakes in the captivating resort town of Stresa.
- Savor la dolce vita during a gelato tasting in Rome.
- Visit a Tuscan winery and farm to enjoy lunch and sample the local wines.
- Sample balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and local wines at a family-run wine shop in Stresa.
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Included With Your Trip
Inclusions:
- 17 Meals (11 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 5 Dinners)
- 12 nights accommodations
Go Guided:
There are so many benefits to letting someone else take on all the details that come with having The Perfect Trip.
- Tour Managers - With their rich travel backgrounds, as well as their useful information about language, currency, and all things local, you can relax and enjoy the ride.
- Culture - It’s not just about all the iconic spots that will make for the best photos, it’s about diving into another world that makes for the best memories.
- Product Team - Our product experts are probably on the road right now — scoping out the best of our worldwide destinations. They go, take it all in, and find the moments they love best. Those are the moments they create for you. Those experiences and sights comprise each itinerary and make each one extra-special.
- Social - The social aspect of guided travel is one of the best parts! Meet a cast of characters: your fellow travelers, tour manager, driver, local guides and more. Many travelers on our tours have forged lasting friendships.
- Worry-Free - Your peace of mind is the most important thing to us.
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Additional Package Options:
- Vacation Protection Insurance
- Roundtrip Airfare
- Hertz® Rental Car
- Direct Airport Transfer Service (town car or limousine)
- And much more!
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Here is a look at the details of this trip:
At A Glance: Italian Vistas Itinerary~ 13 days ~ Rome, Italy to Stresa, Italy ~ 17 meals ~
Day 1: Overnight Flight
Ciao, Italy!
Day 2: Rome, Italy - Tour Begins
Welcome to Rome. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a special welcome dinner featuring regional delicacies and Italian wines.
Day 3: Rome - Classical Rome City Tour
Discover the city on a locally guided tour of Classical Rome, passing by the Baths of Caracalla as well as the remains of the ancient Circus Maximus. During an in-depth visit to the Colosseum, your guide recounts its rich history. Meander through Rome’s Renaissance district and visit the mythic Pantheon and Piazza Navona before getting a taste of gelato at a local ice-cream parlor. The rest of the day is yours. Perhaps you will join an optional dinner, where talented performers entertain you with folk songs and arias.
Day 4: Rome
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Rome’s cultural treasures. Your Tour Manager will be on hand to offer suggestions. Consider an optional trip to Vatican City to tour the Vatican Museums* and St. Peter’s Basilica. In the afternoon, consider strolling through the Borghese Gardens for views of the city’s skyline or meander through Rome’s bohemian Trastevere district.
Day 5: Rome - Pompeii - Sorrento
Journey to the brilliant Bay of Naples, where charming villages are built into hillsides above the blue sea. Soak in 2,000 years of history at the excavated ruins of Pompeii with a local guide. Continue to the scenic resort town of Sorrento, your home for the next 2 nights. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon to explore the city independently. You may wish to visit the Duomo, a Romanesque cathedral with inlaid woodwork, a famous local Sorrento craft.
Day 6: Sorrento - Choice on Tour - Sorrento
Today, it’s your choice! You have three tantalizing options today. Sail to the enchanting Isle of Capri.** Upon arrival, admire the island’s iconic scenery on a panoramic cruise, passing by the steep cliffs, endless small caves, and the famous Faraglioni rocks, jutting out of the water. Spend time in Capri town with its world-famous piazzetta and explore this island paradise of chic boutiques, lush vegetation, and outdoor cafés -OR- journey along the Amalfi Coast for a morning at leisure in the colorful village of Positano, a maze of streets and stairways winding around pastel houses and draped in lush flowers. Perhaps you’ll make your way to Positano’s famous pebble beach, Marina Grande, offering a sweeping ‘bottom to top’ view of Positano village -OR- linger in Sorrento and put your inner chef to work during a hands-on cooking class where you’ll learn to cook Sorrento-style gnocchi and other Neapolitan specialties before enjoying the fruits of your labor for lunch.
Day 7: Sorrento - Florence
Head through Tuscany, with its landscape of vineyards and olive groves. Experience Florence, the “Cradle of the Renaissance.” Home to Italy's best art and architecture, here you’ll visit the Academy Gallery to see Michelangelo’s renowned sculpture of David. Tonight, enjoy regional Italian cuisine at a local restaurant.
Day 8: Florence
Embark on a locally guided tour of Florence, highlighting the Piazza del Duomo and the famous Gates of Paradise on the Baptistery. Wander through the Piazza della Signoria and stand in awe before the imposing Palazzo Vecchio. The rest of the day is yours. Consider an optional excursion to the 14th century Certosa monastery, featuring an after-hours tour and dinner in a popular Tuscan restaurant.
Day 9: Florence - Pisa - Venice
Visit the ancient maritime Republic of Pisa to discover the Piazza Dei Miracoli, the Duomo (Cathedral), and the famous Leaning Tower. A special stop is made at a Tuscan winery and farm to enjoy lunch and sample local wines and specialties. Next, cross the Apennine Mountains en route to Venice, where 117 islands are connected by a latticework of 150 canals and 400 bridges.
Day 10: Venice - Murano Island - Venice
Embark on a boat trip*** to Murano Island for a glass-blowing demonstration. When you return, step off the beaten path and see for yourself how the locals live. Explore the Castello district with a local expert, walking canal by canal through the narrow streets all the way to St. Mark’s Square. Admire the stunning Basilica and the ornate façade of the Doge’s Palace. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Consider an optional gondola cruise to experience Venice’s most famous pastime.
Day 11: Venice - Murano Island - Venice
Depart Venice for Verona, and stroll the streets that were the backdrop for Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Arrive in the resort town of Stresa in the breathtaking Italian Lakes District, your home for the next two nights, and admire the beautiful views of Lago Maggiore.
Day 12: Stresa - Choice on Tour - Isola Dei Pescatori
Today, it’s your choice! Take a boat across Lake Maggiore to Isola Bella, where you’ll join an expert guide and venture into the Borromeo Palace**** -OR- cross into Switzerland as your motor coach climbs up the Simplon Pass for a taste of the Swiss Alps, admiring the Simplon Hospice dominating the landscape. Tonight, travel by boat to Isola dei Pescatori***** for a farewell dinner surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Day 12: Stresa - Tour Ends
Your Italian adventure comes to a close today.
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