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9 Day Rome & Amalfi (NOW THRU OCT 2011)Overnight Stays: Rome (3 nights) Amalfi (4) |  |
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Lemon trees and vineyards cascade down the terraced cliffs to the sea. Soft sea breezes mix with the scent of fresh basil, tomatoes and olive oil. Capri sparkles in the distance. Welcome to Amalfi!
And to set the stage for this incredible vacation, we’ll spend a few days at Steve Perillo’s own Rose Garden Palace hotel in Rome. This is a no-holds-barred invitation to live life to the fullest. And at a great price.
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- Great Hotels. Centrally-located, Deluxe hotels, exclusively.
- Smaller Groups. 20-to-40 guests per tour.
- More Legroom. Deluxe, state-of-the-art motorcoaches with EXTRA legroom.
- Airport Transfers. Arrival and departure transfers in Italy.
- Buffet Breakfast Daily. A very hearty start to each day!
- 3 Dinners & 3 Lunches. Including pasta or soup, choice of entrees, vegetable, salad, dessert, coffee, wine, mineral water, beer or soft drink.
- Wine Tasting. Vineyard tour, wine tasting and lunch.
- Wireless Headsets to hear your guide clearly and distinctly in public places.
- 1 Tote Bag Per Person, baggage tags and travel documents included.
- Baggage Handling. Never touch your bag! (except at airports).
- Hotel Taxes, Hotel Service Charges and All Tips for hotel and restaurant personnel.
- Professional Tour Directors and licensed local guides.
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At a Glance:
- Day 1 (Friday) - Depart USA
- Day 2 (Saturday) - Arrive in Rome, Afternoon at Leisure, Dinner in Hotel
- Day 3 (Sunday) - Rome Sightseeing, Afternoon & Evening at Leisure
- Day 4 (Monday) - Rome, Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Dinner Out Tonight
- Day 5 (Tuesday) - Rome, Pompeii, Amalfi, Dinner in Hotel
- Day 6 (Wednesday) - Amalfi, Sail to Positano, Lunch in Sorrento, Amalfi
- Day 7 (Thursday) - Amalfi, Cilento, Paestum, Mozzarella & Vineyard Factory Tours, Lunch, Amalfi
- Day 8 (Friday) - Amalfi, Isle of Capri, Blue Grotto, Lunch, Amalfi
- Day 9 (Saturday) - Amalfi, Flight home from Naples
Full Itinerary:
Day 1 (Friday) - Depart USA
Boarding our overnight flight, we’re off on our Italy adventure. Buon viaggio!
Day 2 (Saturday) - Arrive in Rome, Afternoon at Leisure, Dinner in Hotel
Benvenuti a Roma! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.
There will be time to relax this afternoon before our evening’s welcome drink and dinner with fine local wines at our hotel. D
Day 3 (Sunday) - Rome Sightseeing, Afternoon & Evening at Leisure
Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus.
Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.
Tonight we thought you’d enjoy a dinner on your own. Ask your tour guide for a recommendation, or simply relax and enjoy your hotel restaurant. BB
Day 4 (Monday) - Rome, Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, Dinner Out Tonight
This morning, it’s a 5-minute drive to another country – Vatican City! With our expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected.
Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.
Tonight, please be our guest at a fine Roman restaurant with flowing wines and great friends! BB, D
Day 5 (Tuesday) - Rome, Pompeii, Amalfi, Dinner in Hotel
This morning we drive to Amalfi, one of the most famous coastlines on earth.
Along the way, we’ll stop in Pompeii! Imagine, a city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with children and dogs.
Next we’ll settle into our home in Amalfi at the historic Hotel Luna Convento. She’s a 12th century convent converted into a charming first class hotel overlooking the sea.
Tonight, dinner at our hotel with great local wines. BB, D
Day 6 (Wednesday) - Amalfi, Sail to Positano, Lunch in Sorrento, Amalfi
What better way to visit the splendid towns of the Amalfi Coast than by sea!
Today we’ll sail from Amalfi to Positano. (In case of bad weather, we’ll use our bus.) There will be time to explore this “picture postcard” village set on a cliff dropping into the blue Mediterranean.
From Positano we sail to Sorrento, another gem in the Gulf of Naples with great views of the mighty volcano, Mt. Vesuvius. In Sorrento we’ll enjoy lunch featuring the fresh specialties of the Campania region. We’ll drive back to Amalfi for your free night in this Mediterranean paradise. BB, L
Day 7 (Thursday) - Amalfi, Cilento, Paestum, Mozzarella & Vineyard Factory Tours, Lunch, Amalfi
With its gleaming white marble temples, set against the silver mountains and deep blue sea, Paestum (pronounced pay’-stum) provides a uniquely Greek experience in Italy. Our expert local guide will relive the amazing history of this seaside village.
Everyone loves Mozzarella! We’ll learn that the “real thing” comes from the Water Buffalo and freshness is measured in minutes and hours, rather than days. You’ll be an expert after your tour of a real Mozzarella factory.
Next we’ll visit a local winery for an informative tour and tasting. Finally, we’ll enjoy a typical Neapolitan style lunch with fine local wines.
The balance of this afternoon and evening are free to relax, explore Amalfi or take a dip in the water. BB, L
Day 8 (Friday) - Amalfi, Isle of Capri, Blue Grotto, Lunch, Amalfi
Amalfi at our stern, Capri at our bow, this morning we sail to one of the world’s most enchanting islands. If weather permits, we’ll visit the Blue Grotto, famed for it’s translucent aqua-blue light. We’ll also tour the island followed by a well-deserved lunch with wine.
Later this afternoon, we’ll sail back for your final night in Amalfi. Why not gather a few of your friends and go out for a pizza? After all – it was invented here! BB, L
Day 9 (Saturday) - Amalfi, Flight home from Naples
This morning our trip home starts at Naples Airport. We hope you enjoyed Rome, Amalfi, your guide, your driver and your traveling companions. Buon viaggio and please join Perillo Tours again in the very near future. BB
Note: Please be advised that circumstances may change the day and/or sequence of scheduled activities, as well as the substitution of hotels, events, shows, sightseeing, itinerary, restaurants, hosts, etc.
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Prices below are land-only and do not include airfare.
For more information on airfares check out the "Air Information" section of this page.
| DEPARTURE DATES & LAND RATES April 2011 to October 2011 | Per Person Double Room | Triple Room | Single Room | Kids (Under 12yr w/ 2 Adults | |
| Black Dates | $3190 | $2890 | $4190 | $1890 | |
| Red Dates | $3290 | $2990 | $4290 | $1990 | |
| Green Dates | $3390 | $3090 | $4390 | $2090 | |
TO ROME, RETURN FROM AMALFI Depart USA Friday - Return Saturday |
NOTE: Rates are per person and include roundtrip airport transfers in Italy at scheduled times. Airfare available from your hometown.
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Why book your flights with Perillo Tours?
1. Big savings in both Coach and Business Class.
2. Reserve your flight now but pay later with your “final payment.”
3. Much more lenient cancellation and change fees!
4. You can still earn your Frequent Flyer Mileage.
5. Airport arrival and departure transfers at scheduled times.
Step 1: Choose the zone of your departing city.
| Zone 1 |
Newark, NJ New York City, JFK |
| Zone 2 | |||
Akron, OH Albany, NY Allentown, PA Baltimore, MD Bangor, ME Boston, MA Buffalo, NY Burlington, VT | Chicago, IL Cincinnati, OH Cleveland, OH Columbus, OH Dayton, OH Hartford, CT Manchester, NH | Norfolk, VA Philadelphia, PA Pittsburgh, PA Portland, ME Providence, RI Richmond, VA | Roanoke, VA Rochester, NY Syracuse, NY Toledo, OH Washington, D.C. WilkesBarre/Scranton, PA |
| Zone 3 | |||
Asheville, NC Austin, TX Atlanta, GA Birmingham, AL Charleston, SC Chattanooga, TN Charlotte, NC Columbia, SC Columbus, GA Dallas, TX Des Moines, IA Detroit, MI Ft. Lauderdale, FL | Ft. Myers, FL Ft. Wayne, IN Grand Rapids, MI Greensboro, NC Greenville/Spartan, SC Houston, TX Huntsville, AL Indianapolis, IN Jackson, MS Jacksonville, FL Kalamazoo, MI Kansas City, MO Knoxville, TN | Lansing, MI Lexington, KY Little Rock, AR Louisville, KY Memphis, TN Miami, FL Milwaukee, WI Minneapolis, MN Mobile, AL Montgomery, AL Myrtle Beach, SC Nashville, TN New Orleans, LA Oklahoma City, OK | Omaha, NE Orlando, FL Raleigh/Durham, NC San Antonio, TX Sarasota, FL Savannah, GA Shreveport, LA South Bend, IN St. Louis, MO Tampa, FL Tulsa, OK W. Palm Beach, FL |
| Zone 4 | |||
Albuquerque, NM Billings, MT Boise, ID Bozeman, MT Butte, MT Casper, WY Colorado Springs, CO Denver, CO | Great Falls, MT Helena, MT Idaho Falls, ID Jackson, WY Kalispell, MT Las Vegas, NV Los Angeles, CA Missoula, MT | Palm Springs, CA Phoenix, AZ Portland, OR Rapid City, SD Reno, NV Sacramento, CA Salt Lake City, UT San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA San Jose, CA Santa Ana, CA Seattle, WA Spokane,WA Tucson, AZ Wichita, KS |
CAN’T FIND YOUR HOME CITY? Give us a call and we’ll find the most convenient airport for you.
Step 2: Match your zone to find the sample airfare which depends on your exact departure date.
Choose the zone of your departure city and match it with the tour departure date to find airfare examples.
SAMPLE AIRFARES
| Airline Zone | April 1- May 13, 2011/ Sep 1-Oct 28, 2011 | May 14 - August 31, 2011 |
| ZONE 1 | $620 | $1100 |
| ZONE 2 | $770 | $1200 |
| ZONE 3 | $850 | $1300 |
| ZONE 4 | $870 | $1400 |
These fares can help you estimate the full cost of your tour. We will quote your exact airfare within 48 hours of booking. |
Sample Airfares
The “sample” airfares shown do not include departure taxes or fuel surcharges now in the $420 - $450 range. Your exact airfare will be advised within 2 business days of booking your tour.
Airfares DO include your roundtrip airport transfers in Italy at scheduled times, provided you arrive and depart on scheduled tour dates. If you wish to arrive earlier or extend your stay, airport transfers are not included. Airfare seasons are subject to change.
The “Early Bird!”
The early booker usually gets the lowest fares, the most convenient flights and best seats. So a word to the wise - BOOK EARLY!
Air Upgrade at Affordable Prices
When you purchase your coach ticket through Perillo Tours, you can upgrade to Business/First Class for a surcharge of as little as $2199 per person. Live it up a little!
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Below are the hotels you will experience on this Perillo Tour. If unexpected change of hotels occur, the hotel substituted will be of a similar category.
Rose Garden Palace
First-class accommodations in the heart of Rome Housed in an early-19th century building in one of the most exclusive areas of Rome, a new and supremely elegant Rose Garden Palace takes its name from the delightful rose garden on its grounds.
The tall pine trees of Villa Borghese, the Spanish Steps, the stylish shops on via Condotti, the fashionable bars of via Veneto, the Tritone and fountains, the baroque churches, and the masterpieces on display in the Borghese Gallery, are all within easy walking distance from this Superior 4-star Rome hotel.
For whom loves the pleasure of staying in shape and relaxing, be sure to visit the Rose Garden's fitness center, pool and sauna.
Luna Convento
The Hotel Luna Convento was transformed into a hotel in 1822. This beautiful hotel occupies Amalfi's watchtower which dates back to 1564, a part of the ancient Franciscan monastery founded by Saint Francis in 1222. The hotel is complete with its original cloister and church. Just minutes within walking distance from the town's center.
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Want to start your vacation early or extend your stay in Italy? A Perillo Tour’s representative will be happy to help with the arrangements. Along with extra night hotel accommodations, your air tickets may be booked to arrive before your tour begins or remain after your tour ends.
Many customers prefer to arrive early to unwind and relax prior to the tour’s start date. Others like to extend their stay to visit with friends or relatives or explore on their own.
Whatever you desire Perillo’s team will help you plan and coordinate your entire journey.
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