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Enjoy a taste of la dolce vita on the Spanish Steps, admire Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling at the Sistine Chapel and enjoy dinner amidst the art, history and antiquities of the Vatican.

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Summarized Tour Details

Tour Duration:	8 Days
Depart From:	Tivoli
Arrive in:	Rome
Tour Style:	City Explorer
Tour Type:	Escorted
Tour Supplier:	Trafalgar
Meal Description:	7 hot buffet breakfasts 1 lunch 3 dinners

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Prices and Dates (Save up to 10% OFF these Published Rates)

Departure Date	Return Date	Price(CAD)

2019-11-03	2019-11-10	3370.00
2019-11-03	2019-11-10	2420.00
2019-11-03	2019-11-10	2450.00
2019-11-17	2019-11-24	3370.00
2019-11-17	2019-11-24	2420.00
2019-11-17	2019-11-24	2450.00
2019-12-01	2019-12-08	3370.00
2019-12-01	2019-12-08	2420.00
2019-12-01	2019-12-08	2450.00
2019-12-15	2019-12-22	3370.00
2019-12-15	2019-12-22	2420.00
2019-12-15	2019-12-22	2450.00
2019-12-22	2019-12-29	3495.00
2019-12-22	2019-12-29	2545.00
2019-12-22	2019-12-29	2575.00
2019-12-29	2020-01-05	3515.00
2019-12-29	2020-01-05	2565.00
2019-12-29	2020-01-05	2595.00
2020-01-12	2020-01-19	3370.00
2020-01-12	2020-01-19	2420.00
2020-01-12	2020-01-19	2450.00
2020-01-26	2020-02-02	3370.00
2020-01-26	2020-02-02	2420.00
2020-01-26	2020-02-02	2450.00
2020-02-09	2020-02-16	3370.00
2020-02-09	2020-02-16	2420.00
2020-02-09	2020-02-16	2450.00
2020-02-23	2020-03-01	3370.00
2020-02-23	2020-03-01	2420.00
2020-02-23	2020-03-01	2450.00
2020-03-08	2020-03-15	3370.00
2020-03-08	2020-03-15	2420.00
2020-03-08	2020-03-15	2450.00
2020-03-22	2020-03-29	3370.00
2020-03-22	2020-03-29	2420.00
2020-03-22	2020-03-29	2450.00

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Overview:

Enjoy a taste of la dolce vita on the Spanish Steps, admire Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling at the Sistine Chapel and enjoy dinner amidst the art, history and antiquities of the Vatican.

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Italy

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Day : 1

Arrive Rome (7 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Delve into the enthralling culture and ancient heritage of the Eternal City of Rome, exploring the city at leisure before meeting your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception at a traditional Pizzeria this evening.

Day : 2

Rome Market Visit – Cooking Experience and Ancient Rome Sightseeing

Number of Days : 1

Jostle with the locals to get your pick of the best fruits and vegetables at a local food market this morning. Here you'll 'Dive Into Culture' and into Rome's vibrant gourmet scene. Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and sample delicious specialities in its neighbourhood bakeries, before taking part in a cooking course with a professional chef. Learn the art of making authentic pasta like only an Italian mamma can and sample your successes afterwards. Your appetite appeased, venture to Ancient Rome with a Local Specialist to visit the impressive Colosseum and see the Circus Maximus where exhilarating chariot races were once hosted.

Day : 3

Rome City Highlights Walking tour and Catacombs Visit

Number of Days : 1

Set your watch to Italian time, enjoying a leisurely start to your day before joining a walking tour with a Local Specialist through Rome. Visit the Baroque-styled Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, tossing a coin to secure your speedy return to Rome. Continue to the heart of Rome and visit the Pantheon, the best preserved Roman building in the city. Then, wander through the city streets and piazze, admiring the city's imposing monuments, including Bernini's Fountain of the Four Rivers in Piazza Navona. Spend time rubbing shoulders with the locals before leaving the city centre to visit the ancient catacombs with a Local Specialist who will reveal insights into the city's Christian history.

Day : 4

Rome At Leisure

Number of Days : 1

Spend the day discovering Rome on your own. Saunter past the sights or relax with a coffee and cornetti to soak up the city's authentic atmosphere. Make this free day in Rome count. Venture up Palatine Hill for spectacular views of Ancient Rome, shop along Via Veneto, or relax in the serene gardens of Villa Borghese. Your Travel Director will be able to suggest activities such as museums, shopping or sightseeing.

Day : 5

Rome – Vatican Experience

Number of Days : 1

The morning is yours to continue your leisurely exploration of the glories of Rome, before venturing to St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican City. This afternoon, 'Dive Into Culture' as you gain priority access to the Vatican Museums where a Local Specialist will take you on a guided tour. Admire Michelangelo's magnificent frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel when it is less crowded and discover the array of artefacts displayed at the Museo Gregoriano Profano, which was founded in the Lateran Apostolic Palace at the behest of Gregory XVI Cappellari in 1844. You'll also enjoy an exclusive after-hours al fresco dinner against the spectacular backdrop of St. Peter's. Should there be adverse weather, a contingency is provided in a newly created dining space within the Cortile della Pigna.

Day : 6

Rome At Leisure or Optional Experience to Pompeii

Number of Days : 1

Trace the footsteps of ancient philosophers, senators and emperors as you enjoy a free day to explore Rome. Your Travel Director will give you suggestions on how to spend your day. Alternatively, you may wish to take an Optional Experience to visit the remains of Pompeii, the victim of a devastating volcanic eruption.

Day : 7

Tivoli Villa d'Este Gardens Visit and Roman Farewell Dinner

Number of Days : 1

We travel to the historic hill-town of Tivoli today, joining our Local Specialist for a guided tour of the enchanting UNESCO World Heritage Italian gardens of Villa d'Este. This Roman retreat, with its spectacular fountains, pools and exquisite architectural elements, had an enormous influence on European landscape design. This evening, we 'Dive Into Culture', joining our hosts who will prepare a delicious meal including local flavours for you to enjoy with your fellow travel companions.

Day : 8

Depart Rome

Number of Days : 1

After breakfast, say farewell to Rome and your newfound friends as you prepare to return home after a memorable sojourn in one of the world's greatest cities. Transfers to Rome Fiumicino Airport are available. Conditions apply.

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