The Hotel were ok but did not cater to the tourist. The rooms did not have the use of the fans and found the air stagnant. A little air moving would helped.
The Hotel in Sicily in Jiardini Naxos, Caeser palace, found the hotel desk determinitly unhelpful.
ROME-FLORENCE
On Day 2 Rome City Tour, we boarded the wrong bus but the tour leader Patricia from Rome and the wrong bus Spanish group tour leader did not bother to help and gave us a lot of emotional distress. Patricia was usually late by 30 minutes but on Day 4 she had no mercy for some travelers who were late by 3 minutes and she left them stranded in the middle of the highway between Rome and Florence. Patricias attitude towards English speaking travelers was totally unacceptable.
FLORENCE-VENICE
Fortunately from Day 5 onwards Marcia Cruz from Portugal took over and she was amazing and caring.
Discover Florence, the capital of Italy’s Tuscany region on this short break. A captivating Italy destination that Mark Twain once described as a “city of dreams.” With its abundance of timeless art, rustic Tuscan cuisine, incredible boutique shopping, and mesmerizing views at every turn, the city of Florence is nothing short of spectacular. Visit the Accademia Gallery, the Uffizi Gallery and the iconic Duomo Cathedral. End the trip in the Tuscany countryside and enjoy a glass of wine in this idyllic landscape.
Best bang for your buck. The only way to see as much of Europe as we did in 18 days. Often times you do not have very much time in certain cities/towns, but the travel directors do their best to make sure you hit the highlights and have a good experience. You just have to know going in that this is an introductory trip to all the wonders of Europe. That being said, we had a fantastic time. No real complaints other than feeling short on time in some locations,, as expected. Would highly recommend for someone’s first experience in Europe and I even enjoyed it as a repeat traveler as this tour went to some unique places such as Saint Paul de Vence and Colmar. Optional excursions were also all excellent and included meals at hotels were surprisingly good.
Thriving capital cities and friendly seaside villages, hidden mountain hamlets and an Old Town set on the water – Eastern Europe flaunts a pretty impressive display of attractions. On this 26-day adventure, you’ll discover the highlights of this diverse region, plus a whole lot of lesser-known spots. Explore the up-and-coming, once war-ravaged Sarajevo, fall in love with the walled city of medieval Dubrovnik, kick into adventure mode in Ljubljana and feast on regional specialties in Venice, along the Cinque Terre, in Florence and in Rome. With expert local guidance and a small group of like-minded travellers, what more could you need for an epic journey across Europe?
I took this tour with my family, including my two teenagers, and we all had a blast! The tour was well-paced with a mix of guided activities and free time, which was great for us. My kids loved the visit to Pompeii—they’ve been fascinated by it since learning about it in school. The gondola ride in Venice was another highlight that we all enjoyed. The hotels were family-friendly, and our guide, Sergio, was wonderful with the kids, keeping them engaged throughout. I’d highly recommend this tour for families wanting to explore Italy together.
Very laid back and easy with two days in most places and a good quantity of free time. Fantastic tour director who kept her flock in control. Driver was phenomenal and a pleasure to talk to. As always there is too much to see and remember so picture taking is essential.
Italy’s timeless allure comes alive on the Beautiful Italy AR trip: five days of guided city sightseeing from Rome to Venice, tailored for senior explorers. Meander through Rome’s ancient wonders and Venice’s magical waterways, enjoying the peace of mind that comes with included hotels, transport, and meals. Group camaraderie and a comfortable pace ensure you enjoy each moment without hurry. The unique benefit of this tour package is its focus on two legendary Italian cities in a single, easy-to-navigate journey, offering authentic experiences with all the details taken care of.
Rhi Smith did a fantastic job as tour director and Domenico was a great amazing driver.
Very busy tour but covered so much and learnt so much about each country
