Duration5 days / 4 nights
TypeGroup trips
The experience

One-off Departure! Carnival in Italy’s most spectacular destinations! From the Eternal City and capital, Rome, we head north to the flower-filled cobbled lanes of the picturesque towns of enchanting Tuscany, with its vineyards producing the heady red Chianti wine. Then medieval Siena, while we stay in the elegant spa town of Montecatini Terme to discover Europe’s most artistic city, Florence. Finally, we will enjoy the Viareggio Carnival, with a history dating back to 1873, famous for its giant allegorical papier-mâché floats that satirise political and social issues, attracting thousands of visitors.

Gift 1: three generous dinners in Montecatini Terme!
Gift 2: the excursion to Florence!

Departure

Departure and return point: Athens International Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”
Departure time: 08:55

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Day by day

Itinerary

01Day

Athens – Rome – Siena – Montecatini Terme

Meeting at the airport and flight to Rome, the capital of Italy. On arrival, we board the coach and depart for Montecatini. On the way we will visit Siena. Eleven streets lead to the beautiful central square, Piazza del Campo, dominated by the medieval Town Hall. On our tour through the town’s picturesque cobbled lanes, we will admire the medieval mansions, the churches and the Cathedral, dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin, which is considered one of the most important works of art in the whole of Italy. Transfer and check-in at our hotel in Montecatini Terme, Italy’s most famous spa town. Overnight stay.

02Day

Montecatini Terme – Viareggio Carnival

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Viareggio and Tuscany’s most famous carnival. The Viareggio Carnival takes place in the Tuscan town of the same name, in Italy. It is one of the most popular carnivals in Europe. The carnival tradition has its roots in 1873, when the first parade was held. This parade of colourful floats takes place along Viale Regina Margherita, and its favourite theme is caricatures of famous people. Italians adore the Viareggio Carnival and, despite the ever-growing number of tourists who flock here every year, the event retains its authentic Italian character. For an entire month, visitors to the town enjoy the very best that Italian culture has to offer, with thrilling night-time parties, masked balls and theatrical performances. Return to Montecatini and dinner at our hotel. Overnight stay.

03Day

Montecatini Terme – Florence

Breakfast. Departure for Florence. On our panoramic guided tour we will see Piazza San Giovanni with the Baptistery of St John and the Renaissance Cathedral, Santa Maria del Fiore, with Brunelleschi’s famous dome. Continuing on, we will walk down to Piazza della Signoria, adorned by the Fountain of Neptune and a copy of Michelangelo’s statue of David. Here stand the Palazzo Vecchio, which today houses the city’s Town Hall, and the Loggia with statues by great Florentine sculptors. We continue to the famous Uffizi Gallery (exterior visit), the renowned and much-photographed Ponte Vecchio bridge with its countless jewellery shops, and Piazza della Repubblica, one of Florence’s most central squares, with its distinctive Arcone arch and the historic cafés Gilli and Paszkowski. Free time to visit the San Lorenzo market or the Palazzo Pitti, the luxurious residence of the Medici. Return to the hotel late in the afternoon. Overnight stay.

04Day

Montecatini Terme – Lucca – Pisa – Rome

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure for medieval Lucca, birthplace of Giacomo Puccini. On our tour of the historic centre within the walls, we will see, among other sights, the Cathedral of St Martin, the Teatro del Giglio, Piazza del Mercato and the Amphitheatre. We will then visit the historic city of Pisa with its medieval walls and its famous Leaning Tower, the bell tower of the city’s Cathedral, which stand in the “Field of Miracles” together with the Baptistery and the monumental Camposanto cemetery. We then depart for the “Eternal City”, Rome. Transfer and check-in at the hotel. Overnight stay.

05Day

Rome – Athens

Breakfast at the hotel. Free time until we transfer to Rome airport for our return flight to Athens.

At a glance

What’s included

Included in the price

  • Economy class air tickets Athens – Rome – Athens with Sky Express.
  • One suitcase up to 20 kg and one piece of hand luggage up to 8 kg.
  • Accommodation at selected 4* hotels (Hotel Ariston Montecatini, Hotel Colombo Roma) or similar, with buffet breakfast daily.
  • Transfers and transport by luxury air-conditioned coach.
  • Sightseeing, excursions and guided tours as described in the detailed itinerary.
  • Civil/professional liability insurance
  • VAT.
  • GIFT: Three (03) dinners in Montecatini Terme.
  • GIFT: The excursion to Florence.

Not included

  • Airport & hotel taxes (€245).
  • Entrance fees to museums, archaeological sites and wherever else required.
  • Anything described as optional or suggested.
  • Optional Covid-19 insurance (€20).
  • Check points (€25).
Good to know

General notes

  • Outbound: Sky Express GQ820 08:55 – 10:00
  • Return: Sky Express GQ821 17:00 – 20:00
  • Prices increase by €50 per person after the first 10 bookings.
  • Child price in a triple room (up to 12 years old): €495
The route
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