Essence of Italy
21 days ex Rome
Walk the ancient streets of Rome, See the artistic treasures of Florence, Cycle through Tuscany, Walk the Cinque Terre, Feast on local delicacies, Relax by Lake Como, Explore the laneways of Venice, Visit the medieval towns of Umbria
Three weeks that encompass the very best of northern Italy. Wander through medieval villages and along rugged coastlines. Explore ancient wonders in eternal cities. Cycle through the rolling hills of Tuscany and feast on Umbrian delicacies. Join us to experience the true essence of Italy.
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels (17 nts), apartments (3 nts)
Transportation: Train, ferry, local bus, metro, cable car, bicycle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow EUR €735 for meals not included.
Three weeks that encompass the very best of northern Italy. Wander through medieval villages and along rugged coastlines. Explore ancient wonders in eternal cities. Cycle through the rolling hills of Tuscany and feast on Umbrian delicacies. Join us to experience the true essence of Italy.
Physical Rating: 2
Culture Shock Rating: 2
Accommodation: Hotels (17 nts), apartments (3 nts)
Transportation: Train, ferry, local bus, metro, cable car, bicycle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow EUR €735 for meals not included.
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6067720
- Tour Operator
- Intrepid Travel
- Duration
- 21 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Days 1-2 | Rome | Wander through lively piazzas, visit the ancient Forum and the Pantheon, linger over mouth-watering gelati and much more. The Eternal City of Rome truly has it all. |
| Days 2-3 | Florence | See the romantic Ponte Vecchio, the 13th century Duomo and the many statues and monuments that make Florence one of the finest outdoor museums in the world. Climb uphill to Piazzale Michelangelo to watch the sunset across the rooftops of this enchanting city. |
| Days 4-6 | Lucca and Pisa | Visit one of Italy's hidden gems. The walled town of Lucca beckons for a stroll through its charming cobblestone streets. Then cycle across scenic Tuscan landscapes for a fun afternoon in the counrtyside. From here, Pisa is just a short train ride away. Learn why the Leaning Tower does just that. |
| Days 7-8 | Cinque Terre | The coastal path between Italy's Cinque Terre offers breathtaking views of mountains, the Mediterranean and the small pastel-coloured villages nestled in between. |
| Days 9-10 | Piedmont | After a stop in ritzy seaside Portofino, tickle those tastebuds in Piedmont, home to the unique white tartufo (truffle) and some excellent local wines. |
| Days 11-12 | Milan and Italian Lakes | After a short stop in fashionable Milan for a spot of chic shopping, travel to Lake Como. Take the ferry across the blue waters to Bellagio, then take free time to cruise to the lakeside villages of Varenna, Cadenabbia or Villa Carlotta. For the fit, there are numerous hiking opportunities, or just kick back beside the glittering lake and relax. |
| Days 13-15 | Venice | Beautiful and inspiring, Venice is a city of canals, cobblestone piazzas, ornate churches and elegant eateries. Explore the sights or soak up the old-world atmosphere in one of the many cafes. |
| Days 16-17 | Gubbio | Travel to the medieval town of Gubbio, set amid the beautiful hills of Umbria. Take the cable car up to the Basilica di Sant'Ubaldo to enjoy the breathtaking views. After a healthy dose of fresh mountain air, fill up on local delicacies such as pecorino cheese. |
| Days 18-19 | Assisi and Spello | Follow the footsteps of pilgrims in Assisi, home of St Francis and St Gabriel. Stop in at an enoteca to sample exclusive local wines on a day trip to Spello. |
| Days 20-21 | Rome | The journey comes full circle when the train pulls back into Rome. There is time to take in some more sights, or why not sample some of the city's exciting nightlife. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Disclaimer
- * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December 2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of printing/posting, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips. Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid. Please ask your Travel Agent about our full Booking and Cancellation Conditions.
