To book this trip, call 1-800-648-4856 or 972-233-3300

DATES

Oct. 22 - 30, 2012

PRICE

$2331 + $368 tax = $2699 per person based on double occupancy
$2981 + $368 tax = $3349 per person based on single occupancy (maximum 3)
*Taxes & fuel surcharges subject to change.

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • Roundtrip airfare from DFW to Milan
  • 7 nights first class hotel accommodation with private facilities
  • Hotel service charges and taxes
  • 7-Breakfasts & 1 dinner
  • Services of the Trafalgar Tour Director during stay
  • Baggage handling for one bag per person
  • Touring by luxury coach

PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:

  • All personal expenses i.e. telephone, laundry, etc.
  • Optional excursions
  • Gratuities to guide and drivers
  • Meals other than specified
  • Alcoholic beverages

Please read the full set of terms and conditions before booking this trip.

ITINERARY

Day 1
Fly from DFW to Milan

Day 2
Arrive Milan to Venice
Welcome to Milan, Italy's commercial and financial hub. After being met at the airport by your Trafalgar Tour Director you will be transferred to Venice. Hotels are typically ready after 3:00PM so you will have some time to have lunch and walk around before retiring for the evening.

Day 3
Venice
Today, see St Marks Basillica and watch a demonstration of glass-blowing at one of the oldest Murano workshops on the island. You have the rest of the day at leisure to explore this wonderful city. Meals (B)

Day 4
Venice - Florence
This morning, we travel to Florence. This city's rich medieval and Renaissance history is brought to life by your expert local guide. Visit the Accademia, home to Michelangelo's David and the Cathedral Dome. This evening enjoy a memorable Be My Guest dining experience. Meals (B, BG)

Day 5
Florence At Leisure
Spend the day on your own exploring the delights of this historic and picturesque city. As well as museums and galleries, there are beautiful gardens and wonderful palaces to discover, such as the Boboli and the Pitti Pallace. There are many villages just outside the city with wonderful markets where you can buy all manner of local specialities. Or shop for the latest fashions in Florence's elegant boutiques. Meals (B)

Day 6
Pisa - Santa Margherita Ligure
Today, visit Pisa to see the amazing Leaning Tower and Cathedral set in the Square of Miracles. Also, see the Baptistry. Later arrive to your hotel in the port city of Santa Margherita Ligure. Meals (B)

Day 7
La Spezia - Cinqueterre excursion
Enjoy an included excursion to see the CinqueTerre - a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This magnificent coastline can only be reached by boat or train. This time experience this beautiful remote area via rail with your guide. Meals(B)

Day 8
Santa Margherita - Genoa - Milan
This morning pack your bags and bid farewell to the coastline . Stop in Genoa, birthplace of Columbus before arriving in Milan. Your expert Local Guide takes you on a city tour of Milan, view the sights of the city including the Milan Cathedral and the Duomo. Meals (B)

Day 9
Milan - USA
This morning say 'arrivederci' to Italy as your fascinating vacation comes to an end. Meals (B)

AIR SCHEDULE

DestinationDepartArrive
DFW-JFK10:00AM2:25PM
JFK-Milan6:40PM8:35AM
Milan-JFK9:00AM1:10PM
JFK-DFW3:35PM6:25PM



HOTELS

All hotel rooms are rated superior tourist class or higher and have private baths. Please remember that hotel check-in time is 3:00PM, thus rooms may not be ready immediately upon arrival in each city. Hotel names and addresses will be provided in final tour documents.

OPTIONAL TOURS

TRAFALGAR TOURS WILL OFFER OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS FOR THIS TOUR. SCT DOES NOT ALWAYS RECEIVE INFORMATION OR PRICES ON THESE TOURS BEFORE THE GROUP DEPARTS. THESE TOURS ARE STRICTLY OPTIONAL.

ABBREVIATED TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Sharon Carr Travel is not responsible for weather-related or mechanical delays.

A deposit of $1050 per person is due with booking. Final payment is due July 15, 2011.

If cancelled before July 15, $650 fee. If cancelled on or after July15, trip is non refundable.

Insurance information will be given with confirmation.

Prices represent a 5% discount for payment by check or money order. Rates are 5% higher if using a credit card and require an authorized signature. We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, & Discover.

Legal first and last names (NO NICKNAMES) must be given as shown on your driver's license. Name changes are $200 per name change and may be made up to 90 days prior to departure.

Please read the full set of terms and conditions before booking this trip.