Perillo Tours Italy 2025

Rome Venice Florence Padua Siena Photo Credit: Ann Turk DAY TRIP / VISIT OVERNIGHT STAY David stands, the majestic Cathedral built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its Gates of Paradise doors. You will then follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria and then on to Florence’s most compelling Franciscan church built in 1294 — Santa Croce . It’s not only an artistic shrine with frescoes by Giotto, but also the burial place of 270 of the city’s most important residents — among them Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Rossini. In the cloister next door you'll see the Pazzi Chapel — widely regarded as one of the most perfect early Renaissance creations. In the evening, we will dine together at a fine local Florentine restaurant with flowing wines and great friends. A perfect ending to a perfect day! DAY 6 • FLORENCE » SIENA » OIL & WINE TASTING IN TUSCANY WITH EARLY DINNER » FLORENCE SATURDAY: While the impressive city of Florence was launching the Renaissance, Siena was her laid back country cousin. Just 30 miles South of Florence, Siena is considered the best-preserved medieval city in Italy. Your guided tour will include the elaborately carved Gothic cathedral, Town Hall and Piazza del Campo — site of the famous Palio horse race. You’ll have time for lunch on your own, shopping and a little more exploration. In the afternoon you’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 early dinner and wine tasting. Cin-Cin! DAY 7 • MORNING DRIVE TO ROME » IMPERIAL ROME & THE COLOSSEUM » DINNER IN HOTEL SUNDAY: This morning, you will travel south to Rome through Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio, the “Green Heart of Italy.” In the afternoon, you will enjoy 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. Next, you will experience the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself. In the evening, you will enjoy a typical Roman dinner at your hotel. *Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability* DAY 8 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM » SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S BASILICA MONDAY: In the morning, you will take a short drive to the smallest country in the world — Vatican City! With our expert local guide you’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a massive collection of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries, and Renaissance paintings. Your visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. Next, you will visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. You’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located 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.) In the evening, you’re free to enjoy a night in Rome on your own. Be sure to have a gelato at one of the best shops in Rome, close to the Trevi Fountain, “Il Gelato di San Crispino.” Try the nocciola ! DAY 9 ROME » DAY OF LEISURE » DINNER OUT TUESDAY: Today you will enjoy a free day in Rome! But don’t sleep in too late — there’s much to do and see! Ask your tour guide for suggestions. Rome is a great city for walking, shopping and people watching. Start with an espresso in Piazza Navona, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return, and stroll across the Tiber for another look at the Vatican. In the evening, you will enjoy a delicious dinner in the characteristic district of Trastevere, one of the centers for Roman nightlife. This lively area of tiny winding streets gives a taste of what one imagines Italy to be like, with cobblestone streets and music-filled trattorias on every corner. DAY 10 • FLIGHT HOME » ROME » USA WEDNESDAY: In the morning, you will board your flight home. While you will say “arrivederci” to Italy, you will be sure to take a little piece of it back home with you. Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family and please return soon. DEPART–RETURN (Mon-Wed) PER PERSON IN A DOUBLE SOLO TRAVELER Mar 10 - 19 4295 5495 Mar 24 - Apr 2 4495 5695 Mar 31 - Apr 9 4695 5895 Apr 21 - 30 4795 5995 Apr 28 - May 7 4795 5995 May 5 - 14 4795 5995 May 12 - 21 4795 5995 May 19 - 28 4795 5995 Jun 2 - 11 4795 5995 Jun 9 - 18 4795 5995 Jun 23 - Jul 2 4695 5895 Jun 30 - Jul 9 4695 5895 Jul 7 - 16 4695 5895 Jul 14 - 23 4695 5895 Jul 28 - Aug 6 4795 5995 Aug 18 - 27 4795 5995 Aug 25 - Sep 3 4795 5995 Sep 8 - 17 4895 6095 Sep 15 - 24 4895 6095 Sep 22 - Oct 1 4895 6095 Sep 29 - Oct 8 4795 5995 Oct 13 - 22 4695 5895 Oct 20 - 29 4695 5895 Oct 27 - Nov 5 4495 5695 Nov 3 - 12 4295 5495 • Triple Room deduct $500 pp from the Double Rate. • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1000 from the Double Rate. 2025 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. 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