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Harbour of Vernazza
Tuscany Vineyard
San Gimignano
Portofino
Leaning Tower or Pisa
Arno river and Ponte Vecchio in Florence
Florence
Cinque Terre, Italy
Tuscany, Italy
Departs: October 9th, 2021 Tour Dates & Pricing
Discover charming, picturesque Tuscany countryside and explore the colorful villages of Cinque Terre. Stay in a classical villa for four nights and visit breathtaking locations in Tuscany each day. Stop in the medieval hill towns of Volterra, Cortona, and San Gimignano. In Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance, visit the Duomo and the Galleria dell'Accademia, home to Michelangelo's David. Tour Pisa and visit its famous Leaning Tower. Traveling north to the heart of the Italian Riviera for two nights, we explore the pastel-colored fishing communities of Cinque Terre and take a pleasant boat ride to quaint Portofino, the Pearl of the Italian Riviera.
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Hosted By: Susan Fotos
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Day 1 : Ciao Italia!
Our tour begins with an overnight flight to Italy. Anticipation builds as we fly across the ocean.
Day 2 : Arrive in Rome
Upon arrival we are greeted by our Italian guide who accompanies us throughout our tour.
We then begin our journey through the famous rolling hills of Tuscany to our home for the next four nights, the delightful Hotel Casafrassi. This Neoclassical villa is nestled among a panorama of landscaped gardens, olive groves, and vineyards, offering us a chance to relax in an environment surrounded by the beauty of Tuscany. All rooms overlook the Chianti hills.
This evening we get to know our fellow travelers over authentic Tuscan cuisine complete with local wine.
Day 3 : Volterra & San Gimignano
Today we visit two of Italy’s best preserved medieval hill towns. Both are surrounded by fortified walls and overlook rolling farmland. Pre-dating the Roman Empire, Volterra was once an important Etruscan city. Learn about its ancient history and see the more recent 12th-century Romanesque cathedral.
In the afternoon we visit San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers once used by feuding noble families. During our free time here, roam the quaint cobblestone streets and squares that make this ancient hill town so mesmerizing.
Discover the tastes of the region with an included dinner tonight.
Day 4 : Florence
Today we tour Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance. Visit the Galleria dell’Accademia and view incredible works including Michelangelo’s David. Find wonder at the Duomo, the largest brick dome ever constructed, and gaze upon Ghiberti’s bronze doors of the Baptistery, often called the Gates of Paradise.
Take time to visit the iconic Ponte Vecchio Bridge with its unique hanging houses and shops, or enjoy a fresh gelato, traditional Italian ice cream.
This evening offers a special treat, the winery at Castello di Verrazzano. Learn the history of celebrated navigator Giovanni da Verrazzano and delight in an included dinner featuring a fantastic selection of wines, meats, and cheeses for our sampling pleasures.
Day 5 : Cortona
After a splendid breakfast, we make our way to the hilltop town of Cortona. Our Italian guide will provide a fascinating tour of the medieval architecture of the Piazza Garibaldi, the sights and shops of the Via Nazionale, and the Palazzo Casali, displaying relics from the Etruscan, Roman, and Egyptian civilizations.
The afternoon is yours for individual pursuits to enjoy the Renaissance churches, olive groves, and terraces that surround us in this picture-postcard town. After an included dinner we bid farewell to our time in Tuscany.
Day 6 : Pisa & Portofino Coast
Enjoy breakfast on the terrace and say arrivederci to Tuscany as we travel north to Pisa, known for its opulent churches and palaces. Our guide introduces us to the area famously called "The Field of Miracles" where we see the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa.
We continue to our overnight accommodations along the Portofino Coast.
Day 7 : Cinque Terre
Today we visit the Cinque Terre, an Italian National Park and UNESCO World Heritage Site. We have the day to visit this rocky coastline on the Mediterranean Sea. The pastel colors of the buildings in the tiny fishing villages make for stunning pictures. Enjoy superb views of the distinctive terraced vineyards that produce local wine. Dry whites are the specialty here. We start in the morning at the little village of Riomaggiore, sightsee to Vernazza, and end our visit in Monterosso al Mare, the village with the best beach and beautiful lemon trees.
We return to our hotel for an evening at leisure.
Day 8 : Italian Riviera
A short boat ride takes us to Portofino, known as the Pearl of the Italian Riviera.
This enchanting fishing village with its picturesque harbor is frequented by some of Europe’s wealthiest and most discerning pleasure seekers.
This afternoon we travel to our overnight accommodations at the Palace Hotel Legnano near the Milan airport.
Tonight, we gather together for a Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner and toast our new friendships.
Day 9 : Arrivederci, Italia
After an included breakfast, we make our way home with fond memories of our Italian adventure.
October 9th, 2021 - October 17th, 2021
Occupancy
Price Per Person
Double
$5399
Single
$6099
Final Payment Date: 07/06/2021
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Susan is a consultant for international jewelry brands, having recently concluded a long and successful career as the owner of Higashi Jewelry and Eyewear in Lemoyne. She was a regular guest on Good Day PA, sharing tales of her adventures and the latest fashion trends in our Where In The World Is Susan segments.
Her love of travel and a busy schedule of trade shows and business development found her at destinations including Paris, London, Madrid, Rome, Athens, Israel, Rio de Janeiro, Tokyo and Nepal. She and her husband Stephen and two sons got their first taste of travel while living in Tokyo, where Susan began her Japanese pearl business.
Susan is a native of Minnesota and earned her college degrees at University of Wisconsin-River Falls and the University of South Carolina. She’s a longtime resident of Central Pennsylvania currently living in Hershey with Stephen and near extended family.
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