Perillo Tours Italy 2024

DAY 6 • FLORENCE » PISA » OIL & WINE TASTING & EARLY DINNER IN TUSCANY » FLORENCE FRIDAY: The bell tower of Pisa is among the most instantly recognizable structures on earth. Architects say it would be world famous even if it were perfectly straight. This morning we’ll see for ourselves, along with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery. This afternoon we’ll visit Tenuta Torciano winery in Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, the world’s most enchanting sommelier. You’ll learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and most importantly — which glass to use with each wine! You’ll also get to experience an olive oil and truffle oil tasting…and of course have some fresh bread with it! This will all be followed by a fabulous dinner and wine tasting. Cin-Cin! We’ll return to Florence for a free evening on our own to explore or perhaps go shopping for some souvenirs. DAY 7 • FLORENCE » NAPLES SATURDAY: This morning, we’re off to Naples, birthplace of the Neapolitan pizza. This beautiful city is famous for its mix of Old- World character and modern charm. One of the odlest cities in Europe, Naples historic center (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is filled with art, architecture, and archaeology, but the best part may be the wood-fired pizza! You’ll be staying at one of the best hotels in Naples – a well-known 4 star hotel on Naples seafront promenade, a lively spot right in front of Castel dell’Ovo – the Hotel Royal Continental . DAY 8 • NAPLES » CAPRI » NAPLES SUNDAY: This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting, breathtaking island. Upon arrival, we take a private boat ride for a tour of the island. We cruise around the magnificent Faraglioni, Capri’s most iconic sight.These mythical towering rock formations, which jut out from the Mediterranean just off the island’s coast, were formed over the years by erosion from ocean waves. Next, we visit one of the lesser-known but equally beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. Once we arrive back on Capri, we have free time to explore the island on our own or take advantage of a special optional excursion with your tour leader. Tonight, still glowing from the sun, it’s time to enjoy another fine gastronomic experience. DAY 9 • NAPLES » POMPEII » ROME MONDAY: Pompeii—Imagine…. a city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day, 2000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with children and dogs. Later this morning, we continue on to Rome, viewing the Bay of Naples along the way. A few hours later, we’ll enter the gates of Rome and settle into our hotel. DAY 10 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM & SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S BASILICA » AFTERNOON AT LEISURE TUESDAY: This morning we visit Vatican City, headquarters for more than a billion Catholics worldwide. We begin at the Vatican Museum, a massive collection of sculptures, paintings and tapestries. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo’s famed frescoes, depicting stories from the Bible and the End of Times. You’ll be fascinated by which of Michelangelo’s contemporaries he assigned to heaven and which to hell. We’ll also visit St. Peter’s Basilica. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he was just 24, and Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy soaring high above the main altar. (Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.) This afternoon, Rome is all yours to explore! Tonight, treat yourself to one of Rome’s fine restaurants for a fabulous dinner. May we suggest some Roman specialties Bucatini all’Amatriciana; Spaghetti alla Carbonara; Roasted lamb with garlic and rosemary; stuffed artichokes …is your appetite whet yet? DAY 11 • ROME » SIGHTSEEING » AFTERNOON AT LEISURE WEDNESDAY: Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a relaxing, panoramic driving tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, downtown ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus, and the Great Synagogue, built in the heart of the Jewish quarter. Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself. This afternoon, Rome is all yours! Shop, fountain hop, explore to your heart’s content. Tonight, treat yourself to one of Rome’s fine restaurants for a delizioso dinner! *Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability* DAY 12 • FLIGHT HOME » ROME » USA THURSDAY: This morning you board your flight home. No tears! Don’t forget to exchange emails with your new friends and make plans for a future trip – perhaps a Perillo tour—to Hawaii! YOU KNOW THAT VOICE IN YOUR HEAD TELLING YOU TO TRAVEL? LISTEN TO IT. BECAUSE, 10 YEARS FROM NOW YOU’LL WISH YOU HAD. DEPART–RETURN (Sun-Thu) PER PERSON IN A DOUBLE SOLO TRAVELER Mar 3-Mar 14 3395 4895 Mar 17-Mar 28 3495 4995 Mar 24-Apr 4 3795 5295 Mar 31-Apr 11 3995 5495 Apr 7-Apr 18 3995 5495 Apr 14-Apr 25 3995 5495 Apr 21-May 2 3995 5495 Apr 28-May 9 3995 5495 May 19-May 30 4125 5625 May 26-Jun 6 4125 5625 Jun 2-Jun 13 4125 5625 Jun 9-Jun 20 4295 5795 Jun 16-Jun 27 4295 5795 Jun 23-Jul 4 4295 5795 Jul 7-Jul 18 * 3795 5295 Jul 14-Jul 25 3795 5295 Jul 21-Aug 1 3795 5295 Aug 4-Aug 15 3795 5295 Aug 25-Sep 5 3795 5295 Sep 1-Sep 12 4195 5695 Sep 8-Sep 19 4195 5695 Sep 15-Sep 26 4195 5695 Sep 22-Oct 3 4195 5695 Sep 29-Oct 10 4050 5550 Oct 6-Oct 17 4050 5550 Oct 13-Oct 24 3995 5495 Oct 20-Oct 31 3995 5495 Oct 27-Nov 7 3695 5195 Nov 3-Nov 14 3495 4995 • Triple Room deduct $300 pp from the Double Rate. • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1000 from the Double Rate. 2024 DATES & LAND -ONLY RATES Save $100 per person if ALL payments are made by check or our new easy online ACH payment. Kids rate does not qualify. See page 33 about our low airfares * Date is reserved for ages 50 and under Photo Credit: Kathleen Fanfalone 2 7