8 Day Rome, Florence & Venice by Rail

$629 Land Only

$1399* Air & Land

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Highlights Independent Package Includes Round trip flights NYC - Rome, Venice - NYC Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices Airline fuel surcharges 6 nights accommodations in your choice of Plan A, B, C, D, or E hotel plans 2 nights Rome 2 nights Florence 2 nights Venice Transportation between cities via First Class rail (Plan A, B or C) or Standard rail (Plans D, E) with reserved seats ▲ Breakfast daily ▲ Upgrade to First Class rail is available for Plan D and Plan E Itinerary Optionals Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. #3 & 2 Rome with lunch Day #3 02 May 2008 - 21 May 2008     $169 23 May 2008 - 13 Aug 2008     $169 16 Aug 2008 - 07 Dec 2008     $169 This morning, depart from the Piazza San Bernardo, site of Moses' Fountain, and travel along Via Bissolati and Via Veneto. Pass by Villa Borghese, one of Europe's most elegant parks, and previous estate of the noble Borghese family. The tour continues to the Vatican Museum and Galleries, where you will find galleries of chandeliers, tapestries, geographical maps, the Sobiesky Hall and the Immaculate Conception Hall. From here, visit the Sistine Chapel and behold the great frescoes by Michelangelo. Passing through the Vatican Hall continue to the Basilica of Saint Peter, one of the four major basilicas of Rome, and burial site of its namesake Saint Peter. Continue to the square of the Capitol and admire the unique sight of the Forum, Colosseum and Palatine Hill, one of Rome's most ancient districts. Walk along the pavement of the original Roman grid, which crosses the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Curia, and the Reggia. Enjoy views of the Temple of Vesta, the Arch of Titus and the Triumphal Arch of Constantine. Continue with an inside tour of the Colosseum, a giant amphitheater used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, and the largest building ever constructed in the Roman Empire. The tour concludes with a visit to the church of St. Peter in Chains, where Michelangelo’s famous statue of Moses is housed. Please note that on Wednesdays during the Holy Father's Audience, the visit inside St. Peter's Basilica will not take place. Departs at 7:30 a.m. (Apr 1-Nov 15); and 8:30 a.m. (Nov 16-Mar 31) from Via V. E. Orlando, 95. Pick up from hotel 45 minutes prior to departure time (between 6:45 a.m. and 7:15 a.m.). Drop off in city center. #8 Illuminated Rome by Night with dinner 8:00 PM Day #3 01 Apr 2008 - 24 Dec 2008     $99 This evening, depart Piazza San Bernardo for an illuminated tour of the Eternal City. Along the way to the famous Piazza della Repubblica, enjoy flood-lit views of the Via Veneto, Palazzo Margherita, Porta Pinciana, Villa Borghese, Piazzale Flaminio, Via Flaminia, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza Augusto Imperatore, and Via del Corso. Arriving at the Piazza della Repubblica, visit Trevi Fountain, the largest and most exquisite Baroque fountain in Rome. Continue to Piazza Venezia and enjoy charming views of the Capitol, Imperial Forum, Colosseum, Palatine Hill, Aventine Hill, and Circus Maximus. Compliment this fascinating tour of Rome by night with traditional Roman cuisine in a typical restaurant, accompanied by folk music. Departs at 8:00 p.m. from Via V. E. Orlando, 95. Pick up from hotel 45 minutes prior to departure time. Drop off at hotel if in the city center, or near a taxi stand if your hotel is located outside the city center. Pisa Tour from Florence 2:00 PM Day #5 02 May 2008 - 01 Jun 2008     $62 03 Jun 2008 - 14 Aug 2008     $62 16 Aug 2008 - 31 Oct 2008     $62 This afternoon, enjoy a relaxing drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside towards the historic University city of Pisa, famous throughout the world for its architectural beauty. Enjoy a leisurely walk through the Piazza dei Miracoli to view Pisa's most prized landmark, the Leaning Tower, as well as the Cathedral, Baptistery, and other famous monuments for which the city is known. Departs at 2:00 p.m. Pick up 15 minutes prior to departure time from Via Santa Caterina da Siena 17. Drop off in city center. Tour does not operate on: Apr 25 (Liberation Day), May 1 (Labor Day), Jun 2 (National Day), Aug 15 (Feast of the Assumption). Gondola Serenade Day #7 02 May 2008 - 24 Dec 2008     $63 This evening, enjoy a relaxing gondola ride with music along the famous Grand Canal, and experience a piece of Venetian history (the Gondola holds a maximum of six passengers. Please note that this is not a private gondola ride) Departs at 7:30 p.m. (Apr 1-Oct 31) and 3:30 p.m. (Nov 1-Mar 31). Pick up 15 minutes prior to departure time from Santa Maria del Giglio gondola pier. Drop off at Santa Maria del Giglio gondola pier. Tour does not operate on: May 1 (Labor Day), Dec 25 (Christmas), Jan 1 (New Year's Day). Walking Tour of Venice 9:15 AM Day #7 02 May 2008 - 24 Dec 2008     $55 This morning's tour begins with an orientation of St. Mark's Square, considered the historical heart of the city, and continues to visit the Golden Basilica of San Marco* with its mysterious interior, lavish mosaics, and decorations of Occidental and Oriental design. Proceed to the 14th century Doge's Palace, whose facade comprises a massive Gothic gate on the Piazzetta side, known as the Porta Della Carta. Continue to the rear of the palace to view the Bridge of Sighs. The tour ends with an optional visit to a glass blowing factory on Murano Island. *For security reasons, bags are not allowed inside the Basilica. A free-of-charge holding station is available. Due to Mass, San Marco Basilica is closed for visitations on Sundays, and during any religious ceremonies and holy feast days. In this case, visits will exclude interior views of the church. Likewise, Doge's Palace is closed on Dec 25, Jan 1, and May 1. Departs daily at 9:15 a.m. from the Tourist Information Office in St. Mark's Square, located across from the Basilica. Drop off at Tourist Information Office in St. Mark's Square, located across from the Basilica. Tour does not operate on: May 1 (Labor Day), Dec 25 (Christmas), Jan 1 (New Year's Day). Book your Optional Tours before you travel and see more, save time, and save money. Tours purchased while traveling cost at least 10% more! Tours often sell out - avoid disappointment! Save your cash - many countries do not accept credit cards. Rates & Hotels Click On A Date To Book Online * All Prices are in USD 2008 Land Only Air & Land May 15 779 1499 May 22 829 1799 May 29 949 1789 Jun 5 789 1629 Jun 12 819 1699 Jun 19; 26 809 1899 Jul 3 939 2099 Jul 10 689 1699 Jul 17 629 1639 Jul 24 639 1729 Jul 31; Aug 7; 14; 21 629 1639 Aug 28 709 1799 Sep 4 759 1599 Sep 11 769 1399 Sep 18 869 1539 Sep 25; Oct 2 769 1399 Oct 9 969 1599 Oct 16 869 1499 Oct 23 779 1599 Click here for departures Nov '08 - Mar '09. *Not included: airport taxes, fees & September 11th Security Fee, transfers & optional tours (see Terms & Conditions). Hotel Plans Plan E - [details] Hotel Center   Rome This superior budget class hotel is one of three in the Center Hotels complex, in the center of Rome and within walking of the Colosseum. [more] Portamaggiore   Rome This superior budget class hotel is located in the historic center of Rome. The hotel faces the monumental Porta Maggiore, surrounded by archeological treasures. [more] Grand Hotel Mediterraneo   Florence This superior tourist class hotel is situated on the bank of the River Arno, within walking distance of the city center. [more] Hotel Meridiana   Florence This tourist class hotel is located directly within the area of avenues surrounding Florence, just a few minutes from the heart of the old city. [more] Olimpia Hotel   Venice This superior tourist class hotel is situated in the wonderful maze of streets and canals of the historic center of Venice. [more] Hotel Arlecchino   Venice This tourist class hotel is situated overlooking Venetian canal close to Piazzale Roma. [more] Plan D - [details] Hotel Fiume   Rome This superior tourist class hotel is on the fringes of Rome's historic center. It has an intimate B&B feel and splendid views of Rome. [more] Hotel Villafranca   Rome This tourist class hotel is located near the historical and commercial center of Rome. [more] Hotel Delle Nazioni   Florence This tourist class hotel is located just behind the main railway station. [more] Hotel Abbazia   Venice This tourist class hotel is situated in the historical center of Venice. [more] Hotel Santa Chiara   Venice This tourist class hotel is located in Piazzale Roma facing the Grand Canal. [more] Plan C - [details] Grand Hotel Palatino   Rome This first class hotel is located in the heart of ancient Rome, just a short walk from the Colosseum. [more] Massimo D'Azeglio   Rome This first class hotel in the historical center of Rome dates back to 1875. [more] Grand Hotel Adriatico   Florence This first class hotel is located in the heart of Florence near to the Duomo and other attractions. [more] Grand Hotel Cavour   Florence This first class hotel is located in the historical center of Florence. [more] Grand Hotel Principe   Venice This first class hotel is a prestigious ancient palace situated on the Grand Canal, just after the Scalzi Bridge. [more] Amadeus Hotel   Venice This first class hotel is located in an historic building near the Grand Canal, and close to Piazza San Marco and the Rialto Bridge. [more] Plan B - [details] Mediterraneo Hotel   Rome This superior first class hotel, designed in Italian Art Deco with public rooms decorated with mosaics, inlaid paneling and marble busts of Roman Emperors, is walking distance from the Opera House. [more] Quirinale Hotel   Rome This first class hotel is located in the center of Rome, close to Via Veneto and the Spanish Steps. [more] San Gallo Palace   Florence This first class hotel is situated in the Piazza della Libertà. [more] Hotel Calzaiuoli   Florence This superior first class hotel is situated on Calzaiuoli street which connects Palazzo Vecchio square to Florence Dome. [more] Hotel A la Commedia   Venice This superior first class hotel is located in the heart of Venice in the Campo San Luca. [more] Hotel Ai Mori D'Oriente   Venice This first class hotel features a Byzantine -Venetian style that compliments its exotic atmosphere and historical setting. [more] Plan A - [details] Hotel Bernini Bristol   Rome This deluxe hotel is situated in the very heart of Rome, only a few steps from the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. [more] Sofitel Firenze   Florence This superior first class hotel is located in the historic center of Florence. [more] Hotel Bauer   Venice This deluxe hotel is located in the heart of Venice within sight of the San Marco Square. [more] Package Date: Select Date   Include Flight? 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