Perillo Tours Italy 2025

“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a man — full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly confident. All with just a hammer and a chisel! In the evening, you will be on your own for dinner — ask for suggestions to find the perfect dinner spot in Florence. DAY 6 • FLORENCE » PISA » OIL & WINE TASTING & EARLY DINNER IN TUSCANY » FLORENCE FRIDAY: First stop, Pisa! 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. After, you’ll visit with the most enchanting sommelier for a delicious olive oil and wine tasting. 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! You will return to Florence for a free evening to explore or perhaps go shopping for some souvenirs. DAY 7 • FLORENCE » NAPLES SATURDAY: This morning, you’re off to Naples, birthplace of the Neapolitan pizza. This beautiful city is famous of this mix of Old- World character and modern charm. One of the oldest cities in Europe, Naples’ historic center (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is filled with art, architecture, and archeology, 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, and 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, you will take a private boat ride for a tour of the island. You will cruise around the magnificent Faraglioni, Capri’s most iconic sight. These mythical towering rock formations, which jut out from the Mediterranean Sea, just off the island’s coast, were formed over the years by erosion from ocean waves. Next, you will visit one of the lesser-known but equally beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. Once you arrive back on Capri, you will have free time to explore the island on your own or take advantage of a special optional excursion with your tour director. Tonight, enjoy dinner on your own — there are plenty of restaurants close to the hotel or even in the hotel! DAY 9 • NAPLES » POMPEII » ROME MONDAY: This morning, we’ll travel to Rome but along the way, we’ll stop in Pompeii — an entire city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day almost 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. Later this morning, you continue on to Rome, viewing the Bay of Naples on the way, before arriving in Rome in the afternoon, where you’ll have time to settle into the hotel. Tonight, venture out into the Eternal City and enjoy dinner on your own. Be sure to ask your tour director for suggestions. DAY 10 • ROME CITY SIGHTSEEING » IMPERIALE ROME & THE COLOSSEUM TUESDAY: 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 an authentic Roman dinner! *Colosseum entrance subject to ticket availability* DAY 11 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM & SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S BASILICA WEDNESDAY: 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 12 • FLIGHT HOME » ROME » USA THURSDAY: This morning you board your flight home. No tears! You’ll exchange emails with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about we all meet again on a Perillo tour — to Greece or Spain? DEPART–RETURN (Sun-Thu) PER PERSON IN A DOUBLE SOLO TRAVELER Mar 9 - 20 4295 5495 Mar 16 - 27 4395 5595 Mar 23 - Apr 3 4395 5595 Mar 30 - Apr 10 4495 5695 Apr 6 - 17 4495 5695 Apr 13 - 24 4495 5695 Apr 20 - May 1 4495 5695 May 4 - 15 4795 5995 May 11 - 22 4795 5995 May 18 - 29 4795 5995 May 25 - Jun 5 4795 5995 Jun 1 - 12 4795 5995 Jun 8 - 19 4995 6195 Jun 15 - 26 4995 6195 Jun 22 - Jul 3 4895 6095 Jul 6 - 17 4395 5595 Jul 13 - 24 4395 5595 Jul 20 - 31 4395 5595 Aug 3 - 14 4395 5595 Aug 24 - Sep 4 4495 5695 Aug 31 - Sep 11 4795 5995 Sep 7 - 18 4795 5995 Sep 14 - 25 4795 5995 Sep 21 - Oct 2 4795 5995 Sep 28 - Oct 9 4795 5995 Oct 5 - 16 4695 5895 Oct 12 - 23 4695 5895 Oct 19 - 30 4695 5895 Oct 26 - Nov 6 4395 5595 Nov 2 - 13 4295 5495 • Triple Room deduct $500 pp from the Double Rate. • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $800 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. 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