DAY 1: Arrival in Cortona, the wonderful Tuscan medieval city surrounded by Etruscan walls and narrow streets. Its cafes and typical Italian shops are like little jewels for painters, photographers and Italian lovers. Check in to one of our exclusive unique character hotels. Accommodation and dinner.
DAY 2: Buffet breakfast. Sightseeing in Cortona. This enchanting Tuscan city will totally absorbed you. Free time to stroll around, to taste the world known Chianti wine or to buy something from the local shops. We proceed to Arezzo, birthplace of the famous Italian writer Petrarca. Guided visit to discover the world known treasures of the city. Free time to enjoy the charm of Cortona or just have a rest in the beautiful garden of the monastery. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 3: Buffet breakfast. Departure to Siena. On the way, stop at the famous Abbey of Monte Oliveto Maggiore with its enchanting charm. Arrival in Siena, perhaps after Florence, the most famous city of Tuscany and guided tour. Piazza del Campo square will fascinate you and its medieval narrow streets will plunge you into another time when the Italian chevaliers, Queens and Kings fought their feuds and lovers. Return to Cortona. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 4: Buffet breakfast. Departure to Assisi and guided visit of the city birthplace of St. Francesco. It’s a wonderful medieval city, set on a hill, where in each street you can feel the charm of an ancient past. In the afternoon visit Perugia, another medieval jewel of Italy with its wonderful palaces, fountains and museums. Return to Cortona. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 5: Buffet breakfast. Departure to Florence and guided visit of the city. Florence, built on the River Arno's banks, is considered the Queen of Renaissance and you will have the opportunity to see its world wide famous art treasures: the Dome, the Giotto Tower, the Baptistery, the Signoria Square, the church of Santa Croce and the bridges over the River Arno. Return to Cortona. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 6: Buffet breakfast. Departure to Sant'Antimo (south of Montalcino) and listen to the monks chanting. The Abby is very famous for the genuine "Gregorian Chant", only human voice without music. It is known as the "The singing stone" for its particular travertine marble its nave is built up. Visit of Montalcino and taste the world famous "Brunello" wine. We will proceed towards St. Gimignano the medieval town with its hundred towers. Time free to stroll around and enjoy this magnificent city. Return to Cortona. Dinner and overnight.
DAY 7: Buffet breakfast. Departure from Cortona and discover some other famous and beautiful medieval and renaissance cities of Umbria like San Sepolcro, Citta di Castello and Gubbio. You will have the time to taste the famous olive oils and wines. On the way back, you will admire the wonderful nature of Umbria, a landscape which inspired a lot of Saints and Artists. In the evening there will be a Special Farewell Dinner in the Monastery inspired by the ancient past of these two magnificent Italian regions.
DAY 8: Buffet breakfast. Departure day and end of services.
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- Motor Coach/Escort
- Accommodation throughout in our exclusive unique character hotels
- 7 nights accommodation in Cortona in Half Board Basis
- Deluxe Motor Coach during the whole tour
- 1 half day guided tour in Arezzo
- 1 half dey guided visit in Assisi
- 1 half day guided visit in Florece
- ZefiroWorld assistance 24/24 hours
- Taxes and service
- One gratuity every 25 paying participants
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- Drinks, tips, personal extras and any other feature not mentioned in "Tour Includes"
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These properties are unique in all of Italy and cannot be compared to hotel options. Although we have attempted to categorize them into 2, 3 and 4 star equivalency, even the 4 star properties may not have all the facilities and services of a 4 star hotel. What it will have is original, authentic, historical significance that could not be built today – at any price.
As a result, we encourage you to look at our 2, 3 and 4 star properties on the site in various cities so you can see the quality and uniqueness of each one, and which category would suit you best. Not one is like any other and every one is special in its’ own way.
So why not request a group quote from us on this tour. Just ask for the category 2, 3 or 4 star for your overnight stays.
We can usually provide a quote in 3 business days of your request – depending on local holidays in Rome and in North America.
Please note that this group requires a minimum of 15 participants.
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