10 Day Vesuvius Tour 2024 IV
10 Days / 8 Nights Starting at $4499 PP (Land Rate)
If you're looking for a compact and affordable Italy Vacation - Our Vesuvius Tour is perfect! The itinerary is meticulously crafted by Steve Perillo and his team to run like a 'Swiss Watch' and be lots of fun too!
Itinerary
THURSDAY: Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off on a journey that will remain etched in your memory forever!
FRIDAY: Benvenuti a Roma! Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you. We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times.
This afternoon you’ll have some time to relax or better yet, explore the Eternal City. There’s so much to see and do!
Tonight, we’ll meet our tour leader for a brief orientation and welcome drink. After orientation, you’ll be free for the remainder of the evening. Be sure to ask your tour leader for restaurant recommendations – so many wonderful places to eat in this amazing city!
SATURDAY: Rome wasn’t built in a day, and you certainly can’t see it in one—but we’ll try to show you as much as possible in the next few days!
This morning, we travel ten-minutes to another country—Vatican City. With our expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a massive collection of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected.
Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.
Tonight, we’ll recount our explorations with good food and wines fit for an Emperor at a local Roman restaurant!
(Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.)
SUNDAY: Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a relaxing, panoramic driving tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, downtown ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus, and the Great Synagogue, built in the heart of the Jewish quarter.
Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.
Tonight, we thought you’d enjoy a dinner on your own. Ask your tour guide for a nearby recommendation or venture out and explore the local restaurants in Rome! Be sure to try a “Supplì,” a quintessential Roman specialty: Fried ball of rice filled with tomato sauce, meat and melted mozzarella.
*Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability*
MONDAY: After a delicious breakfast in the hotel, we’re off on the beautiful drive south to Pompeii! On the way, we approach the view of the Bay of Naples, birthplace of Caruso, Sophia Loren, Bel Canto and ‘O Sole Mio.
We travel back to the Pompeii of 79 AD. A city perfectly preserved by the ash that rained down from Mt. Vesuvius. You’ll see the tragic fossils of the people trying to escape with their children and dogs, and streets, homes and stores that are all amazingly intact.
This evening we enjoy a dinner out at a local restaurant.
TUESDAY: This morning, we board our speedy jetfoil to the world’s most enchanting island—Capri. We’ll enjoy a private boat tour around the island (weather permitting). We’ll cruise by the magnificent Faraglioni, Capri’s iconic rock formations which tower above the Mediterranean Sea.
Next, we visit one of the lesser-known but equally beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. Then we’ll have free time to explore the island on our own, or take advantage of a special optional excursion with our tour leader.
Later this afternoon, we sail back and have some time to relax before heading out to a great Neapolitan restaurant for dinner.
WEDNESDAY: This morning, after a delicious breakfast, we board a train to Florence! We’ll arrive in time for lunch followed by a walking tour of the historical center of this most famous of all Renaissance cities!
We’ll visit the majestic Duomo Complex built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned Gates of Paradise doors.
We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria.
“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a man—full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly confident. All with just a hammer and a chisel!
Tonight, we enjoy a Florentine dinner in our hotel with fine wines
*In the event of a train strike or such problems, we will travel to Florence by bus.
THURSDAY: The Grand Canal is just a short train ride away from Florence. Should we go? … SI! ANDIAMO A VENEZIA!
There is no normal life in Venice. Here, everything and everyone floats luxuriously with a sense of freedom, never tormented by traffic or even the sound of a horn.
Your guide will show you all the sights—St. Mark’s Square, the Basilica, and the Bridge of Sighs. Just around the corner from St. Mark’s Square, we’ll enjoy a special Venetian lunch in a town renowned for its seafood specialties.
This evening we return to Florence for dinner on your own. Make sure to try Pappa al Pomodoro, a rustic Tuscan soup made with tomatoes, garlic, onions and of course, Tuscan bread!
FRIDAY: Our last day together will be at our favorite winery! You’ll visit the Tenuta Torciano winery in Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, the world’s most enchanting sommelier. You’ll learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and most importantly—which glass to use with each wine! You’ll also get to experience an olive oil and truffle oil tasting…and of course have some fresh bread with it!
This will all be followed by a fabulous lunch and wine tasting. Salute! Enjoy the remainder of the day and evening on your own, perhaps shopping for last minute souvenirs!
SATURDAY: This morning board your flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. Unless, of course, you have chosen to extend your stay! A warm Grazie for traveling with the Perillo family and please return soon.
Inclusions
- Centrally Located 4 & 5 star Hotels
- More Motorcoach Legroom
- Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times
- Full Breakfast Daily
- 3 Lunches & 4 Dinners
- Gourmet Ice Cream Tasting
- Vineyard Tour, Wine Tasting & Olive Oil Tasting
- Full Day Venice Excursion Including Lunch
- Wireless Headsets To Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly
- Travel Wallet, Baggage Tags and Travel Documents Included
- Baggage Handling Throughout (Except at Airports)
- Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges and all Tips For Hotel and Restaurant Personnel
- Professional Tour Directors and Licensed Local Guides
- Complimentary Wi-Fi On Our Buses
Dates & Rates
Depart - Return |
Per Person in a Double |
Solo Traveler |
---|---|---|
Oct 17 - Oct 26 | $4,499 | $5,200 |
Triple room deduct $100 per person from the Double rate.
Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $600 from the Double Rate.
Hotel Info
Hotel Bernini Bristol ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Built in the late 1800's in a palace in the heart of Rome, and recently renovated, the hotel Bernini Bristol offers the glamour of a bygone era along with the most modern appurtenances and amenities. Its ample salons are enchanting with their period furnishings and tapestries, as are its rooms marked by a refined atmosphere and comfortable elegance.
Rome
Hotel Hilton Sorrento Palace ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Overlooking the coastline, Hilton Sorrento Palace is home to magical views of the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Relaxation, excitement, beauty – experience it all at our idyllic Sorrento hotel.
Breathe in the scent of glorious citrus groves while you lie next to six outdoor pools. Savor a cocktail or light bites at the poolside bar, or gaze out over the Bay of Naples from your room’s private balcony.
Sorrento
Sina Grand Hotel Villa Medici ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Set in a historic 19th Century Palazzo, Sina Villa Medici, Autograph Collection blends contemporary luxury with enchanting old-world charm. Meticulously refurbished, the 5 star hotel welcomes everyone with stylish accommodations enhanced by tasteful touches and inspiring views of the gorgeous grounds or the breathtaking Florence cityscape.
Florence
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My wife and I took your tour in may. I just wanted to tell about the fantastic experience we had with our group and the exceptional guides at every venue. we were quick to learn the first day with Irenea that it wasn't just a job it was there passion and there life. All the guides Mauro, Max and the rest (that I can't remember their names) went beyond anything we could have expected. They made our trip worth every penny that we spent
Mr. & Mrs. P.S.
I just wanted to say – thank you to you and the Perillo staff for arranging such a perfect Tour for me and my husband. This was just wonderful-I have been bragging to my friends and family how great the Perillo family took care of us.
Mrs. R.P.