A Tale of Two Countries from Italy to Greece Trip
12 Jul 2017 To 25 Jul 2017
Day 1 : 12 July - Depart Toronto to Venice
Depart Toronto to Venice
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Venice, Italy
Day 2 : July 13 - ARRIVAL OF THE GROUP / VENICE
Arrival in Venice and transfer from the airport to the hotel in Lido di Jesolo. Rest of the day is free. Dinner and overnight.
Venice, Italy
Day 3 : July 14 - VENICE
Visit of the Most Serene Republic, starting from the famous Piazza San Marco. Continuing to the Basilica of St Mark, the Doge's Palace (outside only), the Bridge of Sighs and the myriad of street that are lost in the historic center of this city (B+D)
Venice, Italy
Day 4 : 15July - VENICE / PISA / FLORENCE
Visit Pisa, the city famous for its Leaning Tower. Visit the medieval walls to the ancient gateway, Porta Santa Maria. We will find ourselves in front of a unique panorama: Piazza del Duomo, with its marble architecture and its green lawns and manicured. Visit the Cathedral to view an uncontested masterpiece of Romanesque art. Also, we admire the Baptistery, the Monumental Cemetery and finally, the famous Leaning Tower. Of Pisa. Continuation to Florence (B+D)
Venice, Italy
Pisa, Italy
Florence, Italy
Day 5 : 16 July - FLORENCE
Visit one of Italy's most beautiful cities: Florence, art city par excellence, home to celebrities such as Dante, Botticelli, Giotto, stop at the famous Piazzale Michelangelo include a visit to the statue of David. Guided tour of the city, from the beautiful Basilica of Santa Croce, which encompasses the works of the greatest artists. The walk will continue to the beautiful Piazza Signoria, we will admire the architecture of Palazzo Vecchio and the famous statues of the Loggia Lanzi. The tour continues with a relaxing walk through the streets of the old town, eventually reaching Piazza Duomo: here we will discover all the secrets of the construction of the Giotto's bell tower and the Baptistery, with its precious golden bronze doors including the famous Porta Del Paradiso. Last, visit the impressive Cathedral with its famous dome. (B+D)
Florence, Italy
Day 6 : July 17- FLORENCE / ROME
After Breakfast, Transfer to the rail station and departure by high-speed train to Rome (1h30).Our local guide in Rome will meet you upon arrival and starts your visit to the Vatican, Vatican Museum, and Sistine Chapel. Continue to visit the Imperial Forum and Colosseum (outside only), then panoramic tour through the street of the old town, Trevin Fountain, Navona Square, Piazza Venezia and the Altar of the Fatherland and the Tomb of Unknown Soldier. Transfer to the hotel and check in. Dinner
Florence, Italy
Rome, Italy
Day 7 : July 18 ROME/ATHENS
Check out after Breakfast. Meet the local guide and start a quick panoramic by bus: Palazzo Madama; Piazza del Campidoglio and the Pantheon. Transfer to the airport on time for your flight to Athens. Rest of the day is free. (B+D)
Rome, Italy
Athens, Greece
Day 8 : July 19 - ATHENS /CORINTH
Sightseeing tour. Visit the Acropolis & Ancient Corinth. (B+D)
Athens, Greece
Corinth, Greece
Day 9 : July 20 - VERIA/THESSALONIKI
Drive to Veria where you visit the Bema of St. Paul, proceed to Thessaloniki and overnight (B+D)
Thessaloniki, Greece
Veria
Day 10 : July 21 PHILIPPI/KAVALA
Drive through the scenic road Via Egnatia to follow St Paul’s steps; visit the area of Amphipolis, Philippi, and Kavala. Overnight at Thessaloniki for. (B+D)
Kavala, Greece
Philippi
Day 11 : 22 July METEORA
Drive to Kalambaka to visit the Greek Orthodox monasteries of Meteora and overnight. (B+D)
Meteora
Day 12 : 23 July – ATHENS
Morning Transfer from Kalambaka to Athens. Free Day in Athens or “Optional” Island Cruise to the most charming Greek islands of Hydra, Poros and Aegina. (B+D)
Athens, Greece
Day 13 : 24 July – BEACH HOTEL
Transfer to our beach hotel to relax in the sun and on the sandy beach, Day at leisure (B+D)
Athens, Greece
Day 14 : 25 July - Athens to Canada
Drive to Athens, and transfer to Athens airport for our flight home
Athens, Greece
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
