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personalized learning experience; hotels with private bathrooms; breakfast anddinner daily; lunch on day 4.

Sightseeing: Venice; Florence; Vatican City; Roman Catacombs & St. PaulOutside the Walls; Colosseum & Roman Forum; Pompeii.

Entrances: Glass Blowing Factory; Doge's Palace; St. Mark's Basilica and

Museum; Gondola Ride; Bologna Cooking Class; Florence Duomo; St. Peter's

Basilica; Sistine Chapel; Roman Catacombs; Basilica of St. Paul Outside theWalls; Colosseum; Roman Forum; Pompeii Historic Site.

Overnight stays: Venice (2); Florence (2); Rome (3); Sorrento (1); Cosenza (2);

Rome (1).

Optional excursions; Insurance coverage; Beverages and lunches;

Transportation to free-time activities; Customary gratuities (for your Tour Director,

bus driver and local guide); Porterage; Adult supplement (if applicable); Weekend

supplement; Any applicable baggage-handing fee imposed by the airlines (see

eftours.ca/baggage for details); Expenses caused by airline rescheduling,

cancellations or delays caused by the airlines, bad weather or other events

beyond EF's control; Passports, visa and reciprocity fees; Group

Leader-Arranged Activities.

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) * + , - . - / 0 , 1 , 2Day 1: Board your overnight flight to Milan!

Day 2: Milan | Verona | Venice

Transfer to Venice via Verona

Transfer by way of Romeo and Juliet's Verona, known for its couplets

and Capulets! Here you can see the town's Roman Arena, which dates

back over 2,000 years. You will also find a bronze statue of Juliet in thetiny courtyard that houses the balcony made famous by Shakespeare.

Exploration Time in Verona

Take some time to enjoy Romeo and Juliet's Verona, known for its

couplets and Capulets! Here you can see the town's Roman Arena,

which dates back over 2,000 years. You will also find a bronze statue of

Juliet in the tiny courtyard that houses the balcony made famous byShakespeare.

Continue on to Venice

Arrive in magical Venice, home of Marco Polo. Known globally for its

gondoliers and glassware, Venice is also a heady mix of busy piazzas

thronging with pizzerias and cafes, as well as deserted streets alongside

canals that often lead to hidden gems such as churches or localrestaurants serving regional delicacies.

Overnight in Venice

Day 3: Venice

Guided Sightseeing of Venice

Begin your sightseeing of la Serenissima (the city's nickname meaning

“the most serene”) at St. Mark's Square, “the finest drawing room in

Europe,” according to Napoleon. Allegedly buried under the altar of the

basilica are St. Mark's remains, which, in the 11th century, were

smuggled out of Alexandria in a barrel of salt pork to prevent a thorough

search by the city's Muslim guards. Also, see the Grand Canal and the

324-foot Campanile (Bell Tower), whose steps were originally built so that

a noble could ascend on horseback. Look for the clock where two

bronze figures have been striking the hour for over 500 years. Venice is

also famous for its glassware-you'll see why during a glassblowingdemonstration.

Visit the Doges' Palace

Visit the grand 14th century pink and white Doges' Palace, from which

mighty Venetian dukes once ruled. Here you'll stroll over the Bridge of

Sighs, connecting the palace and its prison. As they crossed the bridge,

prisoners supposedly sighed with perfect sadness as they regarded their

beautiful city for the last time. Casanova made a daring escape from this

prison in 1756. (Please note that your ticket also includes free entrance

to Museo Correr, the National Archaeological Museum and theMonumental Rooms of the Biblioteca Nazionale Marciana)

Visit St. Mark's Basilica and Museum

Visit the Chiesa d'Oro (Church of Gold), which dominates the Piazza San

Marco. This largely Byzantine styled church is richly adorned with

mosaics that have been added over seven centuries. End your visit to theBasilica at the Marciano Museum.

Take a Traditional Venetian Gondola Ride

This afternoon, you will enjoy a truly idyllic experience and ride in one of

the city's many gondolas along some of its finest canals. There is nobetter or more scenic way to explore this city of canals than by gondola!

Overnight in Venice

Day 4: Venice | Bologna | Florence

Transfer to Bologna

Cooking Class

Bologna and the region of Emilia-Romagna are renowned for being the

home of some of the most iconic elements of Italian cuisine, including:

tortellini, mortadella, Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and ragu, or

Bolognese Sauce as it is known to most! Today you will have a chance

to learn how to prepare your own Bolognese dish and afterwards you'llenjoy a Bolognese lunch.

Exploration Time in Bologna

You might enjoy a visit to the Basilica di San Domenico, which features

Michelangelo's San Procolo, considered to be his rehearsal for the David.

A climb to the top of the leaning Asinelli tower rewards a stunning view.

Or enjoy a stroll down the Via Strada Maggiore, which is lined withelegant mansions.

Continue on to Florence

Set deep in the heart of Tuscany is one of Italy's jewels. The city of

Florence has delighted visitors for centuries with its remarkable

architecture. Whether sitting by the River Arno, strolling the beautifully

housed streets or viewing the renaissance masterpieces that fill the city's

churches and museums, one can only be astonished by the feeling oftrue beauty.

Photo Stop at Piazzale Michelangelo

As you arrive in Florence you will make a stop at Piazzale Michelangelofor one of the most breath-taking views of Florence.

Overnight in Florence

Day 5: Florence

Guided Sightseeing of Florence

Fall under the spell of the powerful Medici family on your guided tour. See

Giotto's Bell Tower and the imposing marble cathedral in the Piazza del

Duomo. Stand before Ghiberti's legendary Gates of Paradise (so dubbed

by Michelangelo), and pass the classical statues of the Piazza dellaSignoria. Here you can see where Michelangelo's David originally stood.

Visit the Duomo

Visit the Duomo, which was commissioned in 1296 by the city fathers.

Arnolfo di Cambio was given the assignment to erect a cathedral “with

the most high and sumptuous magnificence” so that it would be

“impossible to make it either better or more beautiful with the industry

and power of man.” The Duomo was not completed until 122 years later

in 1418 after Filippo Brunelleschi developed the idea of double-shelled

construction to build the Cathedral's dome. Your visit will conclude with a

climb to the top of the Duomo where you will enjoy the best views of the

city. (Please note that your ticket also includes entrance to the DuomoMuseum, baptistery, crypt and Bell Tower).

Exploration Time in Florence

You might take a moment to soak in the cobblestone birthplace of the

Renaissance with a cup of cappuccino in one of the small cafes

throughout the city. Maybe you would prefer to peruse the luxurious

shops of the Ponte Vecchio, or take a stroll up through the Boboli

Gardens to Forte di Belvedere, where you might chance on a sculptureexhibition as you take in the spectacular panorama of Florence.

Overnight in Florence

Day 6: Florence | Montepulciano | Rome

Transfer to Montepulciano

Participate in Group Leader-Arranged Activities in Montepulciano

Continue on to Rome

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. The city is an incredible mix of

archaeological gems, Roman genius, Renaissance art and religious

treasure. As Italy's capital, it is also the bustling heart of this exciting

country. With its fashionable shopping and café-culture, Rome really is aunique European experience.

Overnight in Rome

Day 7: Rome

Guided Sightseeing of Vatican City

The world's largest dome is located in the world's smallest country. See

both as you tour St. Peter's Basilica, erected in Vatican City on the site

where the saint was martyred. Enter the basilica under the watchful eyes

of the brightly dressed Swiss Guard. Inside, admire Michelangelo's Pietà

and try to find the artist's signature (it is the only sculpture he ever

signed). Then continue on to the Vatican Museum, where elaborate

galleries packed with one artistic masterpiece after another lead you

directly to the Sistine Chapel. Between 1508 and 1512, Michelangelo

painted some of the world's finest pictorial images on the Chapel's

ceiling. This was his first attempt at working in fresco, which he did bystanding up and craning backwards from a scaffold.

Explore the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona

Enjoy time in Piazza di Spagna. Climb the staircase to view the city

below, or take the time to wander through one of Rome's most popular

shopping areas. Alternatively, snag a moment to relax amongst the

hustle and bustle of the city while enjoying a traditional Italian treat-

gelato. You should also make sure to wander over to the famed TreviFountain and toss in a coin to ensure your return to Rome.

Exploration Time in Rome

Take an opportunity to sit on the grassy banks of the Circus Maximus

and imagine what it was like to watch chariot races there. Rome also has

some of the most fashionable shops to be found anywhere; a trip along

the Via del Corso confirms this. If not, just find a café, order a soda andwatch the noise and bustle of this fascinating city go by.

Overnight in Rome

Day 8: Rome

Guided Visit to the Roman Catacombs and the Basilica of St. PaulOutside the Walls

Step back into the 11th century on this excursion to Rome's outlying

catacombs. Visit the burial chambers of popes and saints and explore

some of the earliest signs of Christian worship. Then journey head to the

Church of San Paolo Fuori le Mura (St. Paul Outside the Walls), thesecond largest church in Rome, after St. Peter's.

Guided Sightseeing of Ancient Rome

Your guided sightseeing of ancient Rome takes you into the Roman

Forum, once the heart of the Roman Empire. You will also visit the

Colosseum, where gladiators once battled for their lives in front of50,000 spectators.

Overnight in Rome

Day 9: Rome | Pompeii | Sorrento

Transfer to Sorrento via a Guided Sightseeing of Pompeii

Guided Sightseeing of Pompeii

Learn how wealthy Romans lived 2,000 years ago on an excursion to

Pompeii, one of the richest archaeological sites in the world. When

neighboring Mt. Vesuvius erupted in A.D. 79, volcanic ash completely

buried the Roman resort. Now it is fully excavated, and you can see theruins of villas, ancient temples, and Stabian Baths.

Arrive in Sorrento

Experience the unparalleled beauty of Italy's favorite resort, which

overlooks the Bay of Naples. Sorrento was first settled by Spaniards andGreeks, whose influence still remains.

Exploration Time in Sorrento

Discover this coastal town on your own today. Walk through the narrow

streets and see the Chiesa di San Francesco before doing somepeople-watching in bustling Piazza Tasso.

Overnight in Sorrento

Day 10: Sorrento | Cosenza

Transfer to Cosenza

Travel farther south in Italy to its beautiful Calabria Region. Enjoy free

time in this area of Italy which is, essentially, the “toe” of the country

shaped like a boot. Although the region is located right by the beautifully

colored blue-green water, it mostly a mountainous region. Take in thesites and the fresh air in Calabria's stunning natural environment.

Group Leader-Arranged Activities in Cosenza

Overnight in Cosenza

Day 11: Cosenza | Figline Vegliaturo

Free Day for Group Leader-Arranged Activities in Figline Vegliaturo

Overnight in Cosenza

Day 12: Cosenza | Rome

Transfer to Rome

Overnight in Rome

Day 13: Depart for home

Transfer to the airport for your return flight

Your tour director assists with your transfer to the airport, where you willcheck in for your return flight home.

Itinerary is subject to change.

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