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Best of Italy's North & South - 13 days

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13 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
16 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
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Highlights

Montecassino Abbey - Marvel at this working monastery and pilgrimage site, a centre of art, culture and learning

Alberobello - Wander around the narrow streets and discover the more than 1500 small, rounded, white, UNESCO listed houses known as trulli

Gallipoli - Take a trip to this vibrant coastal town, known for its pretty harbour and historic outer walls

Matera - Explore the historic centre of the city, Sassi di Matera, which is known for its cave dwellings carved into a river canyon

Amalfi Coast - Enjoy a ferry cruise along the Amalfi Coast as you marvel at the vibrant colours and stunning views of the seaside towns

Pompeii - Discover the history and tragedy of the most famous eruption in history and learn about the lives of those who lived in Pompeii

Ravenna - Explore this UNESCO-listed city of early Christian and Byzantine architecture

Padua - Discover what is believed to be the oldest city in Italy and scientific heart of the Renaissance

Venice - Enjoy a guided walking tour of this famous and historic canal city, plus free time to sightsee independently

Lake Garda - Make a stop at one of the most well-known Italian Lakes, admiring the views of the shimmering waters and surrounding mountains

Itinerary

SMALL GROUP TOUR: Embark on a 13-day small group tour from Rome that takes yoHotel Sheraton Rome Parco de' Medici, Viale Salvatore Rebecchiniu around the heel of Italy to the north and the home of the renaissance. Discover the ancient city of Pompeii, frozen in time by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius. Traverse rural Puglia and experience the allure of Trani, Lecce and Alberobello. Then head north to the beauty of Venice's canals and architecture, explore the picturesque scenery of Lake Garda before ending the tour in Milan.

day 1Rome to Benevento & Ariano Irpino

Rome - Montecassino - Benevento - Ariano Irpino. Departing Rome this morning, we head south to serene Cassino. Perched atop a mountain, Montecassino Abbey, a working monastery and pilgrimage site, boasts a rich history of art, culture, and learning. It was also a pivotal World War II battle site. The entrance ticket is included, allowing us to explore the monastery and contemplate its war-torn past.
Next, we visit the overgrown ruins of San Pietro Infine before journeying through hilltop villages and mountains to Benevento. This ancient city is steeped in memories of Samnites, Romans, and Longobards. Legends even tell of witches gathering by an ancient walnut tree along the local river. After a day filled with history, legends, and stunning views, we continue southeast to Ariano Irpino where we stay overnight.
Please note: Pick up point for this tour is at 8:15 on day 1 (tour departs at 8:30) - Rome Pick Up, Sheraton Rome Parco de' Medic (Building 2), Viale Salvatore Rebecchini, Rome, 00148. This tour is combination of two tours, some passengers will depart after the first half and we will receive a new guide and driver.

OverNight
Ariano Irpino

day 2The Pearl of Apulia, Alberobello & Lecce

day 3Exploring Lecce, Otranto & Gallipoli

day 4Matera & The Lucanian Dolomites

day 5The Amalfi Coast

day 6Mount Vesuvius, Pompeii & Rome

day 7Exploring the Eternal City

day 8Rome to Bologna

day 9Exploring Ravenna & Bologna

day 10The Po Delta, Este & Venice

day 11The Floating City

day 12Wines, Spirits & Castles

day 13Verona, Lake Garda & Milan

What's Included

Accommodation
12 nights in 3-4 star hotels
Meals
12 breakfasts
Transport
Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury mini-coach with a local driver
Guide
Escorted by an English-speaking guide
Others
Amalfi Coast ferry ticketsTwo-hour guided walking tour of Venice20kg luggage allowance - This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) and a small bag for onboard personal itemsTourist taxesNote: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Entrance
Entrance to Montecassino AbbeyEntrance to Vesuvius Volcano CraterEntrance to Pompeii Archaeological SiteEntrance to Villa Pisani

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