Join Michael Cross and Jack Baumann of Guidester Travel for a Best of Italy Tour in 2022

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Sept 1 - 10, 2022 | 10 Day Tour | $4,100

​Experience the highlights of the Eternal City and the rolling hills of Tuscany at their finest, including a special visit to Florence.

On your 10 day inclusive tour experience stunning architecture, rich history, vibrant culture, and world-class food as we make our way through two of the most beautiful and historic areas of Italy.

Spend 5 nights in Rome as we explore the winding cobblestone streets and top highlights of the Eternal City. Take a private tour of the Vatican and Colosseum, walk down the streets of the ancient forum, have dinner in a local home, sip wine on a rooftop bar, and get to truly live like a Roman. Enjoy a day trip outside the city to the famous Castelli Romani, "Roman Castles", and the quaint village of Tivoli.

Spend 4 nights in Siena, the heart of Tuscany, exploring hilltop villages, dramatic landscapes, and historic vineyards all while being treated to first-class foods and top-notch wines.

We will visit the famous villages of Montepulciano and San Gimignano including a special lunch and wine tasting, plus a guided tour of Florence and the Accademia Gallery, which houses the famous Statue of David.

Hotels 

Hotel Genio, Rome

Hotel NH, Siena

Expertly selected 4-star accommodations and private transfers to and from the airport. In case you wish to book pre or post tour hotel accommodations, the tour manger can assist with those arrangements. Hotel Genio, Rome, is a perfectly situated 4-star property with a prestigious location in the historic heart of Rome. The location just opposite the famous Piazza Navona Square makes it the ideal base to explore the city with countless landmarks just minutes away. From the modern and elegant Hotel NH Siena, a short walk takes you into the heart of Siena, with its wealth of historical landmarks, Gothic architecture and pavement cafés.

What's Included

• A small, friendly group of just 15-20 – less than half the size of most tour groups
• 9 nights at 4-star historic accommodation (based on double room rates, single room supplement will apply)
• Full-time services of expert tour host Jack Baumann with over 15 years of travel experience.
• All transportation by luxury motor coach with driver and tour director
• Professor of Italian at St Louis Community College, Michael Cross will join the tour and share his insights of Italian history, culture, and language throughout the trip
• Personal Guidester travel guide that will help you explore in your free time
• Airport transfers to and from hotel on arrival and departure
• 13 meals (9x breakfast, 2x lunch, and 2x dinner)
• Dinner in local Roman home
• Private walking tour of Rome
• Private tour of Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica, and Sistine Chapel
• Private tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum
• Private walking tour of Siena
• Full day Tuscany tour including visits to hilltop villages and historic wineries
• Private walking tour of Florence
• Private skip-the-line tour of Accademia Gallery and The David
• Private tour of San Gimignano including lunch and wine tasting
• Ticket wallets, and portfolio of travel documents

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