Perillo Tours Italy 2023

Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner in our hotel. Un brindisi (a toast) to our newfound friends! DAY 5 PERUGIA » ASSISI CITY TOUR » PERUGIA WEDNESDAY: This morning, we go to Assisi, the birthplace of St. Francis and namesake of our Pope. We visit the Papal Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, the main church of the Franciscan order and an important pilgrimage site dedicated to St. Francis. Our day in Assisi also includes a visit to the crypt where the remains of St. Francis are kept. Next, we visit a family-owned mill where we will have an Olive Oil tasting. Dinner is on your own tonight. Be sure to ask your tour leader for some restaurant suggestions! DAY 6 • PERUGIA » LAKE TRASIMENO » LUNCH » PERUGIA THURSDAY: This morning, we depart for Lake Trasimeno. We will arrive at the lakeside town of Tuoro where we will take a cruise (weather permitting) to the islands and beautiful coastal areas of the lake. We’ll navigate towards Maggiore Island for a short break and a chance to admire the Castle of Guglielmi, among other wonders. Lunch will be in a local restaurant, where we will enjoy the specialties of this area. Tonight, you are free to dine on your own. Be sure to ask your tour leader for recommendations. DAY 7 • PERUGIA » FLORENCE » DINNER IN HOTEL FRIDAY: This morning we drive from Perugia to Florence, often referred to as the “Cradle of the Renaissance”. You’ll have a free afternoon to enjoy as you please. Visit some leather stores that Florence is known for… or shop at a local market. Tonight we’ll enjoy dinner in our hotel with fine local wines. DAY 8 • FLORENCE » SIENA CITY TOUR » WINE TASTING WITH EARLY DINNER SATURDAY: While the ambitious city of Florence was launching the Renaissance, Siena was her laid back country cousin. Just 30 miles south of Florence, she is considered the best-preserved medieval city in all of Italy. Our guided tour will include the elaborately carved Gothic cathedral, Town Hall and Piazza del Campo – site of the famous Palio horse race. You’ll have time for lunch on your own, shopping and a little more exploration. This afternoon you’ll visit Tenuta Torciano winery in Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, the world’s most entertaining 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 Italian bread! This will all be followed by a fabulous dinner and wine tasting. This is an experience you will never forget. Cin-Cin! DAY 9 • FLORENCE » SIGHTSEEING INCLUDING THE DAVID » DINNER OUT SUNDAY: Upon arrival, you will enjoy a city tour that includes the majestic Duomo Complex built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned Gate of Paradise doors. We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square of Florence, Piazza della Signoria. “Breathtaking” is the only way to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, its 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 chisel! Talk about impressive! Tonight, be our guest at a fine local Florentine restaurant with flowing wines and great food. A perfect ending to a perfect day! DAY 10 • FLORENCE » BOLOGNA » DINNER OUT MONDAY: This morning we travel to Bologna, the gastronomic capital of Italy. To Italians, Bologna is known as the city of “Two Towers”. Worldwide, it’s known as the city of lasagna, tagliatelle, tortellini and Bolognese sauce. Good food must boost brain- power because Bologna is also home to the oldest university in Europe! This afternoon, we will have a walking tour of Bologna – including Piazza Maggiore, the “Two Towers” (which also happen to lean) and the Basilica of San Petronio, dedicated to the patron saint of the city, Saint Petronius, who was the bishop of Bologna in the fifth century. Tonight, we’ll enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant with world-famous Bolognese delicacies. • Triple Room deduct $200 pp from the Double Rate. • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1000 from the Double Rate. DAY 11 • BOLOGNA » PARMIGIANO FACTORY » MODENA » BALSAMIC VINEGAR FACTORY » DINNER IN HOTEL TUESDAY: Today we will visit a Parmigiano factory. We’ll see how they transform fresh milk into Parmigiano cheese and then get to taste genuine Parmigiano Reggiano. We proceed to famed Modena, a city known for its balsamic vinegar and Ferrari and Lamborghini sports cars. You’ll have some free time to explore and have lunch on your own. Next, we visit the Acetaia Giusti – the world’s oldest balsamic vinegar producer, founded in 1605. (This acetaia is featured in the Emilia Romagna episode of Stanley Tucci’s ‘Searching for Italy’ series.) We’ll enjoy a guided tour of the museum and a tasting of the Giusti products. Tonight, we enjoy dinner in our hotel with fine local wines. Time to say ‘arrivederci’ to our new- found traveling companions as we exchange emails. No tears.How about a Perillo vacation to Spain or Hawaii next year! DAY 12 FLIGHT HOME » BOLOGNA » USA WEDNESDAY: This morning you board your flight home arriving in the USA the same date. Grazie mille for traveling with the Perillo Family. Don’t forget to share your pictures with us too! DEPART–RETURN (Sat-Wed) PER PERSON IN A DOUBLE SOLO TRAVELER Mar 25-Apr 5 3150 3950 Apr 8-Apr 19 3295 4095 Apr 22-May 3 3395 4195 May 13-May 24 3525 4325 Jun 3-Jun 14 3525 4325 Jun 10-Jun 21 3525 4325 Jul 8-Jul 19 3250 4050 Jul 22-Aug 2 3250 4050 Aug 19-Aug 30 2995 3795 Sep 9-Sep 20 3495 4295 Sep 30-Oct 11 3495 4295 Oct 21-Nov 1 3250 4050 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 DBL = Per Person in a Double Room / SOLO = Solo Traveler 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! 9