SIGHTSEEING TOURS FROM ROME FULL DAY EXCURSIONS DEPARTURE TIME   HOTEL     6:30 AM     AGENCY     7:15 AM   A1D Full Day Excursion: ASSISI & ORVIETO A chance to spend a delightful day out of Rome, to visit Umbria, one of the most picturesque regions of Italy rich in vineyards, olive trees and the famous hill-top villages across the valley. The route is dotted with charming medieval towns such as Spoleto, Trevi, Foligno, Spello and most famous of all Assisi. The mystic town of Saint Francis, still surrounded by the ancient walls, is built on the green slopes of Mount Subasio with its colourful houses of pink stone. Narrow streets, flower-decked balconies, noble palaces, all provide beautiful views for memorable pictures (do not forget your camera). An interesting visit to St. Francis Basilica with its early renaissance master-pieces of Giotto and Cimabue and the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli. Enjoy browsing in the old town, shopping in the little stores and in the artisan shops, plus a pleasant lunch in a restaurant with a typical Umbrian menu. In the afternoon visit Orvieto, renowned for its beautiful Cathedral (visit). Return to Rome at approx 7.00 pm. (Tour includes: transportation in a Deluxe Coach with air conditioning and a tour Guide, lunch, entrance tickets and assistance of our qualified personnel. Beverages and extras excluded). PRICES F1D Full Day Excursion: FLORENCE After leaving the agency, the tour will cross the city and take the Autostrada del Sole, northbound (major Italian highway). During the trip, some of the most beautiful Italian regions will be crossed: Lazio, Umbria and Toscana. Arrival in Florence at approximately 11.30 a.m. The tour of the city will include the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore with Giotto's Bell-tower and Baptistry, the Academy with Michelangelo's David (visit), Signoria's Square and Palace. Lunch in a typical restaurant will follow. In the afternoon the tour will proceed to Piazza Santa Croce. Free time at your disposal. The drive continues to Piazzale Michelangelo from where a magnificent view of this Renaissance city can be admired, including Ponte Vecchio. Return to Rome at approx 9.00 pm. (Tour includes: transportation in a Deluxe Coach with air conditioning and a tour Guide, lunch, entrance tickets and assistance of our qualified personnel. Beverages and extras excluded). PRICES N1C Full Day Excursion: NAPLES & CAPRI After leaving the agency, the tour will cross the city and take the Autostrada del Sole (major Italian highway) across the Roman countryside. Upon arrival in Naples, embark and departure for the Island of Capri. Upon arrival at Marina Grande, weather and sea conditions permitting, optional visit of the Blue Grotto. Return to Marina Grande and depart by minibus for a panoramic tour of the Island ending at Anacapri, characteristic village situated at the foot of Mt. Solaro. After lunch in a local restaurant, free time to explore and go shopping. Return to Rome at approx 9.30 pm. N.B.In the event of rough sea in the Bay of Naples clients will be taken to Pompei instead and the difference in price refunded. (Tour includes: transportation in a Deluxe Coach with air-conditioning, ferryboat ride, entrance tickets, a tour Guide, lunch and assistance of our qualified personnel. Beverages and extras excluded). PRICES N1P Full Day Excursion: NAPLES & POMPEII We leave the agency and join the Autostrada del Sole. After passing the Castelli Romani, hillsides completely covered by vineyards, we will cross the region of Ciociaria with a view (from the Autostrada del Sole) of the Abbey of Montecassino, completely rebuilt after the 2nd world war. Upon arrival in Naples a panoramic view of the city. Continue to Pompeii, where, after lunch in a local restaurant, there will be a visit to the excavations of this famous Roman city which was completely destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Return to Rome at approx 9.30 pm. (Tour includes: transportation in an air conditioned Deluxe Coach, entrance tickets, Tour Guide, lunch and the assistance of our qualified personnel. Beverages and extras excluded). PRICES © 2009 by Appian Line