DAYS 1 & 2

You will be met on arrival and transferred to the Naples port in time to board the hydrofoil to Capri — the ancient resort island of Caesar. Your private tour on Day 2 includes a visit to the town of Anacapri and the Piazzetta of Capri. Weather permitting, visit the Blue Grotto: the ethereal, sapphire-blue underwater cave emblematic of the island. (B)

 Caesar Augustus Hotel Capri, Capri

DAYS 3 & 4

The name captivates the imagination. Antiquity and modernity blend seamlessly in the bustling capital city of Italy where historic sites throughout the city echo its timeless legacy. Visit the Roman Forum, the imposing Arch of Titus, the massive majesty of the Coliseum and more. (2B)

Grand Hotel de la Minerve, Rome

DAYS 5 & 6

In Florence meander the narrow streets of the old city center and admire the Basilica of Santa Croce, the resting place of Michelangelo, Galileo and Machiavelli. Then arrive at the famous Piazza della Signoria, which boasts a copy of David by Michelangelo and The Fountain of Neptune by Barotolomeo Ammanati. The Signoria is the gateway to the world- renown Uffizi Gallery where you will view masterpieces from Botticelli, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello and many others during your guided tour. (2B)

Grand Hotel Villa Medici, Florence

DAYS 7 & 8

Experience the ebb and flow of life in the Serenissima Republic with your private guide. The fashionable shops and cafés nestled in the arched portals of the Piazza San Marco are crowned at its eastern end by the golden splendor of St. Mark’s Basilica and the graceful Doge’s Palace. Stroll past St. Mark’s Campanile and the bell tower of the Basilica on the way to the Campo SS. Giovanni e Paolo, home to one of the largest Italian Gothic-style Basilicas, where 25 doges are interred. Continue past Marco Polo’s House and the Teatro Malibran before returning to enjoy a gondola ride. (2B)

Hotel Luna Baglioni, Venice

DAYS 9 – 11

Como is a captivating city, the epitome of “picturesque,” from the inviting cafes of the Piazza Cavour to the bustle of open-air street markets and the stiking architecture of the Cathederal of Santa Maria Assunta. Lake Como, a must-see on the Grand Tour circuit, offers class, sophistication and breathtaking views of the Lake and the neighboring town of Bellagio. Continue to town of Stresa on nearby Lake Maggiore immortalized in Ernest Hemmingway’s Farewell to Arms. On Day 11 you will be taken to the Milan airport for your flight home or onto your next destination. (3B)

Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Tremezzo

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Caesar Augustus Hotel
Capri, Italy

On a cliff 1000 feet above the sea, the luxury Hotel Caesar Augustus offers one of the most spectacular vistas to be found on the isle of Capri! From the rooms and grounds of this marvelous luxury hotel, guests can enjoy views over the entire Bay of Naples. The bird's eye views include the breathtaking scenery of Mount Vesuvius, Sorrento, Ischia, and unique views of the island of Capri, celebrated in the works of the famous novelist Axel Munthe, whose Villa San Michele is nearby.

Grand Hotel de la Minerve
Rome, Italy

The five star luxury Grand Hotel de la Minerve is housed in a magnificent mansion dating from the 1600’s. Set in Rome’s historical city centre, the hotel overlooks the Pantheon and is just minutes from Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Completely renovated to better meet the needs of its modern, sophisticated clientele, the hotel has retained its noble, elegant lines and the warmth of a comfortable, welcoming aristocratic “home”.

Grand Hotel Villa Medici
Florence, Italy

There are places which, for their harmony and elegance, make us feel at peace with ourselves and with the world. The Grand Hotel Villa Medici is such a place. In its large lounges, its garden which has a swimming pool, in the rooms with their splendid decor, and on the terrace overlooking the city, the feeling you get is one of perfect harmony. The villa’s 18th-century soul, to be admired in its friezes, brocades and marbles, blends with the sober and elegant furnishings in an ambience where less is more and more is matchless. Its enviable position, in the historic heart of Florence close to the Arno River, is a haven of peace and tranquility, and its beautiful garden, which has a swimming pool, makes it a true oasis of relaxation in the city centre.

Hotel Luna Baglioni
Venice, Italy

Ideally positioned a stone’s throw from Piazza San Marco, right in the heart of Venice facing the San Marco Basin and the island of San Giorgio, the Luna Hotel Baglioni is situated a short distance from the most famous historical and artistic attractions of the city. This historic Venetian hotel, member of the Leading Hotels of the World and Fine Hotels & Resorts, is housed in a magnificent, aristocratic Venetian palace and offers its guests an intimate, welcoming atmosphere combined with impeccable service.

Grand Hotel Tremezzo
Tremezzo, Italy

Grand Hotel Tremezzo is one of the oldest and loveliest luxury hotels on Lake Como, an authentic Art Nouveau palace that offers a warm inviting welcome and the delights of a true 5-star vacation. From its unique lakeside position it offers unparalleled views of Bellagio and the stunning Grigne mountains. Discover a world of temptations in what we call the T Vacation… experience the pleasures of a holiday with the unique atmosphere and flavor you will only find here at Tremezzo.

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