PARTIE 1 – Days 1-3 : Rome

• Discover The Roman Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre built during the Roman Empire.

• Explore the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and Piazza Venezia.

• Learn about the exciting history of The Papal state, the Vatican: St. Peter's Basilica and the impressive St. Peter's Square Colonnades.

• Visit the most beautiful and largest fountain in Rome: The Trevi Fountain.

• Walk around the La Piazza di Spagnia and La Piazza Navona with its popular fountains.

• Explore around the bohemian district of Trastevere.

• Learn basic Italian phrases with your CO (Creative Organizer).

Day 1: overnight flight to Rome
Day 2: arrival in Roma in the morning
Private transport from the airport to the hotel in Rome
Day 2-3 : 2 nights in a 4 star hotel in Rome
Private guided visits

PART 2 – Days 4-5 : Agritourism in Tuscany and Maremma Region

• Excursion to Monte Argentario: Southern Tuscany's best kept secret. Its ragged coastline is dotted with crumbling forts and towers built by the Spanish kings who ruled the area 400 years ago. Monte Argentario's most fascinating characteristic is its unusual geographic position. It's linked to the mainland by three isthmuses, one a road cutting through a lagoon with flamingos, the other two pine-backed sandy beaches.

• Taste locally-made olive oil.

• Wine Tasting Experience in the Tuscan Countryside.

• Soccer match.

• Visit to the local Tenuta farm and stables.

Private transport from Roma to Monte Argentario (3h)
Private transport from Monte Argentario to Tuscany (30 min)
Day 4-5: 2 nights in a 4 star countryside hotel in Tuscany (La Tenuta)

PART 3 – Day 6 : Florence

• Explore Florence by foot: visit the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of Florence. Here, the majestic Duomo, or Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, presides with its famous cupola (a dome created by the key Italian designer Brunelleschi).
• Walk around the Piazza della Signoria, the base of Florence's political power for centuries. Here you will see the grand Palazzo Vecchio, which is headquarters for the municipal government.
• Visit the Corridoio Medici, Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Repubblica.
• Visit the San Lorenzo Market. Discover the outdoor section of the market, which runs along several streets surrounding the Mercato Centrale.
• Show theatre in Florence.

Private transport from Tuscany to Florence (2h30)
Day 6: 1 night in a 4 star hotel in Florence
Private guided visits

Days 7-8: Rome

• Explore the city with optional activities.

Day 7: departure from Florence to Roma (3h)
Day 7: 1 night in a 4 star hotel in Rome
Day 8: Direct international flight to Montreal in the afternoon and arrival in Montreal.

• Preps

  Travel documents
  A valid passport that expires at least 6 months after the date of your return flight back home.

  Luggage
  The least amount of luggage possible. We recommend bags that are practical and easy to carry. One large bag and a small day back-pack is ideal.

  Health
  We recommend you consult your local medical travel clinic (or doctor) a few months before leaving in order to ensure you have the necessary vaccines. Your medical insurance card might not cover costs incurred due to injuries or health costs when you are abroad. If you need to travel with medication of some kind, please bring a doctor’s prescription.

  Safety
  We recommend you bring a concealed belt that can hold your important documents, credit cards and currencies. It is illegal to take any objects found in archeological sites or any natural resources from any of the national parks, ecological reserves, protectorates or any other sites visited.

• These prices include

  -Air Canada international flights from Montreal;
  -Alyra’s CO (Creative Organizer) accompanying the group 24/7;
  -Local private transportation;
  -Local Public transportation in Rome by subway and bus;
  -Lodging: single and double occupancy;
  -Food: 3 meals a day (local authentic food will be served);
  -Non-alcoholic drinks and potable water during meals;
  -Activities/visits mentioned with local guides;
  -Tips to local guides, drivers, restaurants, etc.;
  -0.35% for the OPC’s FICAV (Consumer Protection Office) tax ($3.5 per $1000);
  -Entrance tickets for museums, parks, sites, etc mentioned in the itinerary.

• These prices do not include

  – Medical insurance Package;
  -Visa expenses (for non-canadian passports);
  -Souvenirs/gifts you decide to buy;
  -Transportation from your home to the airport and back;
  -Laundry and any other personal expenses.