Perillo Tours 2025

double zero wheat flour, yeast, and salt. Tonight, you’ll transform these ingredients into one of the best pizzas you’ve ever tasted. You’ll get to enjoy the fruits of your labor, along with some amazing appetizers — a pizza pa y in Naples! DAY 6 NAPLES » CAPRI » NAPLES » DINNER OUT FRIDAY: This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting island. Upon arrival, you’ll take a private boat for a tour of the island (weather permi‡ing). You’ll 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, visit one of the lesser-known but equally beautiful sea caves, the Gro‡a Bianca. Once you arrive back on Capri, you’ll have free time to explore the island on your own or take advantage of a special optional excursion with your tour director. Later this aernoon, you’ll return to Naples and have some time to relax before heading out to a great Neapolitan restaurant for dinner. DAY 7 • NAPLES » SORRENTO » NAPLES SATURDAY: Naples is the most authentic Italian city and ce ainly a world of its own. To enjoy and be‡er understand this wonde²ul, yet complex city you will be accompanied by a local guide, born and raised in Napoli. You’ll depa from the hotel and head towards the Royal Palace. It is a very beautiful walk, first along the sea, then crossing the Santa Lucia neighborhood up to Via Cesario Console, from where you will have a beautiful view of the Gulf of Naples and Vesuvius. You’ll visit the cou yard of the Royal Palace, from where you can admire the internal staircase. Next, you’ll walk through the garden that leads to the Teatro Lirico San Carlo, the world’s oldest working opera house. You’ll have some free time to walk around and perhaps stop at Gambrinus, the most famous café in Naples and enjoy a local Neapolitan specialty: a sfogliatella or pastiera . Once back on the bus, we will drive through the Spaccanapol, which is the street that splits Naples in two. This aernoon, you’ll visit Sorrento, known for its beautiful coastline, good weather and stunning views of Mount Vesuvius. You’ll have free time to sightsee and shop before returning to Naples. The remainder of the evening is yours to enjoy as you please. DAY 8 • NAPLES » TRAIN TO FLORENCE » DINNER IN HOTEL SUNDAY: This morning, you’ll board a train to Florence! You’ll arrive in this beautiful Renaissance city and aer checking into your hotel, you’ll have the aernoon free to enjoy! This evening’s dinner features fine local wines at your hotel. DAY 9 FLORENCE » PISA » WINE TASTING & EARLY DINNER IN TUSCANY » FLORENCE MONDAY: The bell tower of Pisa is among the most instantly recognizable structures on ea h. Architects say it would be world-famous even if it were pe²ectly straight. This morning you’ll get to see this famous tower, along with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery. This aernoon you’ll visit a typical Tuscan winery, and you’ll get to meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, the world’s most enchanting sommelier to learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and, most impo antly — which glass to use! Enjoy a wine tasting with these special wines along with an early light dinner. Cin-Cin! DAY 10 FLORENCE » CITY SIGHTSEEING, INCLUDING THE DAVID » DINNER OUT TUESDAY: Florence — the fountainhead of the Renaissance, awaits us! Your day of sightseeing includes the majestic Duomo Complex built in 1296, Gio‡o’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned Gates of Paradise doors. Follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria. “Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed! Tonight, we’ll take you to our favorite local restaurant for a typical Tuscan dinner. DAY 11 • FLORENCE » PADUA » VENICE » DINNER IN HOTEL WEDNESDAY: Visitors to Padua are oen surprised by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony ( patron Saint of lost objects ) is interred here in the serene Basilica, which dates back to the 1200s. You’ll have some time to visit the Basilica and then some free time to explore yourselves. Next stop — Venice! Gondolas glide past you with their gondoliers singing. You'll arrive by bus and then switch into water taxis to reach your hotel. You’ll have some time to se‡le into your hotel and relax or go for a walk in this magical city. Tonight, recount your explorations over dinner in your hotel. Good food, good wine, and great friends! Now that’s Italian! DAY 12 • VENICE » CITY SIGHTSEEING THURSDAY: This morning you’ll meet your expe local guide for a walking tour of St. Mark’s Square, the great Byzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs, and an inside visit of the Doge’s Palace. Next, you’ll board the mostoscafo (motorboat) to the beautiful island of Murano, where you will visit one of the oldest glassblowing factories. The talented glass masters will show you two different glassblowing techniques: the hand-blown glass technique creating a small vase and the carved glass technique, creating a small sculpture like a glass horse, fish or cat. This aernoon you’ll have a chance to get lost in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny piazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible to stray very far. But it wouldn't hu to master the phrase Dov’è Piazza San Marco ? Dinner is on your own tonight. When in Venice, do as the Venetians do! Enjoy cicche‡i , Venetian style tapas, served in various pubs all over Venice. DAY 13 • VENICE » SIRMIONE » MILAN SIGHTSEEING » DINNER IN HOTEL FRIDAY: On the way to Milan, you’ll stop at one of the most popular sights on Lake Garda — the peninsula of Sirmione. Crossing the drawbridge, enter a peaceful world of hot springs, the Medieval castles and phenomenal views of the Dolomites. Soon you’re in fashionable Milan, where you’ll begin with a panoramic drive around the city. Next, visit the Piazza del Duomo (“Cathedral Square”), the main piazza of Milan named aer, and dominated by the impressive Milan Cathedral. You’ll stroll through the spectacular glass-topped Galleria, the world’s first shopping mall and on to the famed La Scala Opera House. Tonight, enjoy a Milanese dinner in your hotel. DAY 14 • MILAN » LUGANO » LAKE COMO » MILAN » DINNER OUT SATURDAY: This morning’s visit to Lugano is actually in Switzerland, but this Alpine paradise clings to its Italian roots. The natural beauty is accompanied by great shops filled with Swiss specialties — like clocks, watches and, of course, chocolate! Next, you’ll get to visit Como, the charming town and pristine lake of the same name, lined with lovely villas. Your last night together as a group will be at a fine Milanese restaurant. No tears! You’ll exchange email addresses with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about you all meet again on another Perillo tour — to Greece or Spain! DAY 15 • FLIGHT HOME » MILAN » USA SUNDAY: This morning you board your flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. Unless, of course, you have decided to extend your stay and let this unforge‡able journey continue a li‡le longer! While we say "arrivederci" to Italy, we realize we’re taking a li‡le piece of it back home with us. Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family, and please return soon. • Triple Room deduct $300 pp from the Double Rate. • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults deduct $1000 from the Double Rate. DEPART– RETURN (Sun-Sun) DBL SOLO Mar 23 - Apr 6 5595 7595 Apr 6 - 20 5995 7995 Apr 13 - 27 5995 7995 Apr 20 - May 4 6095 8095 Apr 27 - May 11 6295 8295 May 4 - 18 6295 8295 May 11 - 25 6295 8295 May 18 - Jun 1 6295 8295 May 25 - Jun 8 6295 8295 Jun 1 - 15 6295 8295 Jun 8 - 22 6295 8295 Jun 15 - 29 6295 8295 Jun 22 - Jul 6 5995 7995 Jun 29 - Jul 13 5995 7995 Jul 6 - 20 5895 7895 Jul 13 - 27 5495 7495 DEPART– RETURN (Sun-Sun) DBL SOLO Jul 20 - Aug 3 5495 7495 Jul 27 - Aug 10 5495 7495 Aug 3 - Aug 17 5495 7495 Aug 24 - Sep 7 5995 7995 Aug31-Sep 14 6395 8395 Sep 7 - 21 6395 8395 Sep 14 - 28 6395 8395 Sep 21 - Oct 5 6395 8395 Sep 28 - Oct 12 6395 8395 Oct 5 - 19 6295 8295 Oct 12 - 26 6295 8295 Oct 19 - Nov 2 5995 7995 Oct 26 - Nov 9 5995 7995 Nov 2 - 16 5495 7495 Nov 9 - 23 5395 7395 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. See page 33 about our low ai¤ares DBL = Per Person in a Double Room / SOLO = Solo Traveler 1 9