Perillo Tours Italy 2023

Imagine – your own, private Perillo Tour for just you, your friends and family! A normal Perillo Tour allows for up to 40 guests on a coach. But for health, safety and a lifetime of memories, consider reserving the tour, the coach, the driver and guides – all for your private group of 16 passengers or more. What a way to travel! Best of all, your tour rates are only slightly higher than our large group rate – add $400 per passenger for your own bus! You’ll be sure to find a perfect Florentine dinner spot tonight. DAY 6 • FLORENCE » PISA » OIL & WINE TASTING & EARLY DINNER IN TUSCANY » FLORENCE FRIDAY: The bell tower of Pisa is among the most instantly recognizable structures on earth. Architects say it would be world famous even if it were perfectly straight. This morning we’ll see for ourselves, along with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery. This afternoon we’ll visit 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 dinner and wine tasting. Cin-Cin! We’ll return to Florence for a free evening on your own to explore or perhaps go shopping for some souvenirs. DAY 7 • FLORENCE » SORRENTO SATURDAY: Our journey to Sorrento takes us through the rolling hills, scenic vineyards and postcard perfect vistas of Tuscany and Umbria. Soon we are in Sorrento, high on a beautiful plateau, greeted by the sapphire blue Gulf of Naples and majestic Mt. Vesuvius. When most Americans think of Italian food, they’re usually thinking of the dishes of Naples and Sorrento—spaghetti with tomato and basil, mozzarella and pizza are from this area. DAY 8 • SORRENTO » CAPRI » SORRENTO SUNDAY: This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting, breathtaking island. Upon arrival, we take a private boat ride for a tour of the island. We cruise around the magnificent Faraglioni, Capri’s most iconic sight. These mythical towering rock formations, which jut out from the Mediterranean just off the island’s coast, were formed over the years by erosion from ocean waves. Next, we visit one of the lesser-known but equally beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. Once we arrive back on Capri, we have free time to explore the island on our own or take advantage of a special optional excursion with your tour leader. Tonight, still glowing from the sun, it’s time to enjoy another fine gastronomic experience. DAY 9 • SORRENTO » POMPEII » ROME MONDAY: Pompeii—an entire city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day almost 2,000-years-ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with children and dogs. Later this morning, we continue on to Rome, viewing the Bay of Naples on the way. A few hours later, we enter the gates of Rome and settle into our hotel. DAY 10 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM & SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S BASILICA » AFTERNOON AT LEISURE TUESDAY: This morning we visit Vatican City, headquarters for more than a billion Catholics worldwide. We begin at the Vatican Museum, a massive collection of sculptures, paintings and tapestries. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo’s famed frescoes, depicting stories from the Bible and the End of Times. You’ll be fascinated by which of Michelangelo’s contemporaries he assigned to heaven and which to hell. We’ll also visit St. Peter’s Basilica. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he was just 24, and Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy soaring high above the main altar. (Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.) This afternoon, Rome is all yours to explore! Tonight, treat yourself to one of Rome’s fine restaurants for a fabulous dinner. May we suggest some Roman specialties Bucatini all’Amatriciana; Spaghetti alla Carbonara; Roasted lamb with garlic and rosemary; stuffed artichokes …is your appetite whet yet? DAY 11 • ROME » SIGHTSEEING » AFTERNOON AT LEISURE WEDNESDAY: 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 Synogogue, 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. This afternoon, Rome is all yours! Shop, fountain hop, explore to your heart’s content. Tonight, treat yourself to one of Rome’s fine restaurants for a delizioso dinner! ONE OF THE GREAT JOYS OF TRAVELING THROUGH ITALY IS DISCOVERING FIRSTHAND THAT IT IS, INDEED, A DREAM DESTINATION. — Debra Levinson DEPART–RETURN (Sun-Thu) PER PERSON IN A DOUBLE SOLO TRAVELER Mar 5-Mar 16 2995 3595 Mar 19-Mar 30 3150 3750 Mar 26-Apr 6 3295 3895 Apr 2-Apr 13 3395 3995 Apr 16-Apr 27 3495 4495 Apr 23-May 4 3495 4495 Apr 30-May 11 3795 4695 May 7-May 18 3795 4695 May 21-Jun 1 3795 4695 May 28-Jun 8 3795 4695 Jun 4-Jun 15 3795 4695 Jun 11-Jun 22 3950 4850 Jun 18-Jun 29 3950 4850 Jun 25-Jul 6 3895 4795 Jul 2-Jul 13 3795 4695 Jul 16-Jul 27 3795 4695 Jul 23-Aug 3 3650 4550 Aug 13-Aug 24 3650 4550 Aug 27-Sep 7 3795 4695 Sep 3-Sep 14 3995 4895 Sep 10-Sep 21 3995 4895 Sep 17-Sep 28 3995 4895 Sep 24-Oct 5 3795 4695 Oct 1-Oct 12 3695 4595 Oct 8-Oct 19 3695 4595 Oct 15-Oct 26 3595 4495 Oct 22-Nov 2 3495 4495 Oct 29-Nov 9 3350 4250 • Triple Room deduct $200 pp from the Double Rate. • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1000 from the Double Rate. 2023 DATES & LAND -ONLY RATES Save $100 per person if ALL payments are made by check. Kids rate does not qualify. See page 26 about our low airfares DAY 12 • FLIGHT HOME » ROME » USA THURSDAY: This morning you board your flight home. No tears! You’ll exchange emails with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about we all meet again on a Perillo tour—to Hawaii! 1 9