Art, tradition and culture between past and present
Long standing traditions of art, music and fashion unite these magnificent historically and culturally rich cities even in the present.
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DAY 1: DEPARTURE
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DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN Milano
You will explore Milano downtown, beginning with the heart of the city. Walking tour through some of the most significant examples of gothic and medieval creations: Il Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Teatro La Scala.
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DAY 3: Milano
Historical and artistic itinerary among the most important vestiges from the Medieval culture to 1700. Sant’Ambrogio, Santa Maria delle Grazie, the Ultima Cena by Leonardo da Vinci, Castello Sfrozesco.
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DAY 4: TRANSFER TO Venezia
Your Venetian adventure will begin by following the course of its canals, “campielli” (term used for the small squares of Venezia), its foundations, and bridges. You will admire some of the most famous places in the world: Piazza San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Ponte dei Sospiri, the Ca’ d’Oro and the Rialto.
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DAY 5: MURANO AND THE LAGOON
A spectacular ride via private boat to reach the island of Murano. You will visit the world famous glass making factory, where traditional and artisan works are made: Mastro Vetraio explanation. Shopping for gifts in the glass factory.
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DAY 6: TRANSFER TO Firenze
Walking tour among the most important vestiges of the Medieval time in Firenze: Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Lungarno, Santa Croce and Cappella dei Pazzi.
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DAY 7: Galleria dell’Accademia AND CITY TOUR
The city tour will start with a visit to the Piazza del Duomo, Battistero, Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, Campanile di Giotto, Palazzo Strozzi. The tour continues to the Galleria dell’Accademia to admire its masterpieces of Italian and European art from the 12th to 18th centuries, its impressive collection of Florentine and Tuscan painting, and Michelangelo’s magnificent David.
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DAY 8: Galleria degli Uffizi
You will visit the Galleria degli Uffizi where you can admire many masterpieces of Italian and European painting from the 12th to 18th centuries, and the most impressive exposition of Renaissance Florence.
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DAY 9: PISA
You will visit the Campo dei Miracoli, the Duomo di Santa Maria Assunta, the Battistero, and the Leaning Tower – one of the most famous places in the world! Ascent to the Torre at additional cost.
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DAY 10: DEPARTURE
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DAY 1: DEPARTURE
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DAY 2: ARRIVAL IN Milano
You will explore Milano downtown, beginning with the heart of the city. Walking tour through some of the most significant examples of gothic and medieval creations: Il Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and Teatro La Scala.
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DAY 3: Milano
Historical and artistic itinerary among the most important vestiges from the Medieval culture to 1700. Sant’Ambrogio, Santa Maria delle Grazie, the Ultima Cena by Leonardo da Vinci, Castello Sfrozesco.
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DAY 4: TRANSFER TO Venezia
Your Venetian adventure will begin by following the course of its canals, “campielli” (term used for the small squares of Venezia), its foundations, and bridges. You will admire some of the most famous places in the world: Piazza San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Ponte dei Sospiri, the Ca’ d’Oro and the Rialto.
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DAY 5: MURANO AND THE LAGOON
A spectacular ride via private boat to reach the island of Murano. You will visit the world famous glass making factory, where traditional and artisan works are made: Mastro Vetraio explanation. Shopping for gifts in the glass factory.
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DAY 6: TRANSFER TO Firenze
Walking tour among the most important vestiges of the Medieval time in Firenze: Piazza della Signoria, Ponte Vecchio, Lungarno, Santa Croce and Cappella dei Pazzi.
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DAY 7: Galleria dell’Accademia AND CITY TOUR
The city tour will start with a visit to the Piazza del Duomo, Battistero, Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, Campanile di Giotto, Palazzo Strozzi. The tour continues to the Galleria dell’Accademia to admire its masterpieces of Italian and European art from the 12th to 18th centuries, its impressive collection of Florentine and Tuscan painting, and Michelangelo’s magnificent David.
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DAY 8: Galleria degli Uffizi
You will visit the Galleria degli Uffizi where you can admire many masterpieces of Italian and European painting from the 12th to 18th centuries, and the most impressive exposition of Renaissance Florence.
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DAY 9: PISA
You will visit the Campo dei Miracoli, the Duomo di Santa Maria Assunta, the Battistero, and the Leaning Tower – one of the most famous places in the world! Ascent to the Torre at additional cost.
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DAY 10: DEPARTURE
PACKAGE PRICE INCLUSION
Transportation
– Flight New York – Italy – New York
– Departures from other cities will incurr additional add-on fee.
– Transfer from Airport to and from Hotel via private motorcoach
– Long distance transfer via private motorcoach
– Transportation within cities, via buses and trains and walking
Accomodation
– Nights: Three or four stars hotel.
(Supplement is $ 500 for single room, and $ 180 + $ 180 for double room).
– Breakfast and dinner is included daily (with water, other beverages NOT included).
Touring
– Entrance fees to museums specified in tour
– Specialized English local guides for entrance to specified museums. The guides are certified by the Association of Professional Guides
School visit
– School visits are free and offered on request
Security
– Accompanying Tour Leader for duration of the tour 24/7.
– Basic travel insurance
Tour cost does NOT include:
– Room supplement for single or double
– Optional Trip Protection/Cancellation Insurance
– Excess baggage fee
– Lunch and beverages other than water
– Tips and gratuities. Suggested fees are listed in the final price quote.
– Personal expenses: purchases, phone cards, hotel minibar
FLIGHT
Business class upgrades or flight deviations (from departure date/location or return date/location) must be requested and confirmed with the carrier. Any and ALL additional costs are the responsibility of the requesting participant/teacher.