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Viva Italia!

Viva Italia Tour

From Rome to Tuscany to Venice, this Italian family adventure offers exciting activities for you and your kids. When you glide down a canal on a gondola, explore the Colosseum and cast your eyes upon a Michelangelo masterpiece, you know you're living "la dolce vita"!

Trip Dates:

Departures available from May through December 2010

Length:

9 days

Accommodations:

  • Hotel Bernini Bristol or Hotel Exedra
  • Borgo di Artimino or Villa Belvedere Campoli
  • Hotel Dei Dogi or Hilton Molino Stucky

Meals:

  • 8 breakfasts
  • 5 lunches
  • 4 dinners

Locations:

Italy

Transportation:

Coach Transportation

Package Inclusions

  • The services of two Adventure Guides
  • Family Activities and special fun for the kids
  • Accommodations
  • Scheduled meals, activities & entertainment
  • Luggage service
  • Transportation within your adventure
  • Cultural entertainment with local experts
  • VIP access and exclusive activities

 

  • Tuscan Pasta-Making Class: Get the family together for a private pasta-making lesson at a Tuscan cooking school. Afterwards, delight in an al fresco picnic lunch and enjoy the fruits of your labor.
  • Create a Venetian Mask: Meet a renowned mask-maker who showcases her dazzling disguises for Carnivale in an exclusive event. Then, construct a masquerade masterpiece of your own!
  • The Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel: Travel through 50 generations of art and civilization at the Vatican City Museum. This privately guided visit includes the wondrous Sistine Chapel, where Michelangelo's great masterpiece rises heavenward.
  • Private Gondola Ride in Venice: Explore the "sinking" city as you and your family are treated to an enchanting experience of exploring the canals from a gondola.
  • Coliseum: Learn the legends and relive the majesty of Rome's glorious past! Walk through history at the ancient Coliseum, the Forum and the Pantheon on a timeless journey.

 

Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney

Travel with Adventures by Disney and let us share the world's stories with you. It starts with our amazing Adventure Guides, thoughtful hosts who help immerse you in the true stories of your destination. And then there are the destinations themselves, some of the world's best places. And of course, the experiences you'll share will be beyond your wildest dreams. All with the high quality and service you know you'll get with Disney.

  • Day 1: Arrive in Rome: Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the Hotel Bernini Bristol. Check into Hotel Bernini Bristol: Located in the heart of Rome, this gracious hotel was once visited by European royalty! Across the way is the Triton Fountain, created by the sculptor Bernini, and you are just steps away from the world-famous Via Veneto. Welcome Reception and Dinner at Hotel: Meet the other families that will share the adventure! After a festive cocktail reception, gather together and enjoy your first of many mouthwatering Italian feasts.
  • Day 2: Privately-Guided Tour of Rome: Learn the legends and relive the majesty of Rome's glorious past! Walk through history at the ancient Coliseum, the Forum and the Pantheon on a timeless journey your family will treasure forever. Lunch at Rei degli Amici: Enjoy a leisurely lunch like the locals do. Break bread with your family and fellow travelers at an authentic Roman trattoria! Cap off your tour with a taste of heaven - Italian ice cream, called "gelato"! Privately-Guided Walking Tour of Historic Rome: Follow an ancient road to the dazzling destinations in the city, from the famed Spanish Steps to the twinkling Trevi Fountain. Dinner on Your Own: A marvelous meal is never far in Rome. Our Adventure Guides will be happy to make suggestions for a family feast to remember.
  • Day 3: Vatican City Museum and Sistine Chapel: Guided by an entertaining expert, travel through 50 generations of art and civilization at the Vatican City Museum. Our privately guided visit includes the wondrous Sistine Chapel - a sight your family will never forget. Lunch at a Local Trattoria in Rome: It's your Roman holiday! Join your fellow adventurers for tasty lunch at a local trattoria. Then browse chic shops along the Via del Corso, discover priceless treasures in a museum or trek through time in the ancient city. This afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish. Dinner On Your Own: Dine tonight in one of the culinary capitals of the world! Ask your Adventure Guides to make recommendations for a memorable meal.
  • Day 4: Travel to Orvieto, Umbria: Travel in a motor coach to the glorious Umbrian and Tuscan countryside. Along the way, take an illuminating excursion to Orvieto, a medieval settlement crowned with a glorious Gothic cathedral! Lunch and Shopping On Your Own in Orvieto: Explore this charming village that seems frozen in time! Your Adventure Guides will be happy to make recommendations for a fabulous family afternoon. Arrive at the Hotel Paggeria Medicea* in Artimino: Welcome to the enchanting Tuscan estate that will be your home for the next few days. Explore the grounds and take a swim-there's magic at every turn! Junior Adventurers' Dinner: At the villa, kids cut loose at their own dinner party with their favorite foods. In the meantime, adults can enjoy a quiet evening dining at the hotel restaurant.
  • Day 5: Pasta-Making Class: Learn the long-held secrets of this mouth-watering region. Get the family together for a private pasta-making lesson in a real Italian kitchen! Al Fresco Lunch at Cooking School: After your lesson, feast on the fruits of your labor at a delicious picnic in the heart of Tuscany Afternoon at the Villa: Live "la dolce vita" at your villa's estate. Get the family together for a swim or lawn games. Tuscan Barbeque Dinner: Tonight, celebrate with a traditional Tuscan barbeque dinner overlooking the gorgeous sunset countryside.
  • Day 6: Travel to Florence: After breakfast at the villa, board a luxury motor coach for a picturesque ride to the breathtaking city of Florence. Florence Exploration: Share the timeless treasures of the Renaissance on a privately-guided exploration designed to enchant travelers of all ages. Marvel at Michelangelo's "David" and the city's famed Duomo. Lunch in Florence: Enjoy a pleasant family lunch at a local trattoria in Florence. Afternoon and Dinner in Florence: Walk through the pages of history and discover the beauty of this magical metropolis. Shop for treasures at a bustling marketplace or marvel at great works of art in magnificent museums. For dinner, discover tantalizing dishes. Indulge your senses tonight with a fantastic meal on your own in Florence!
  • Day 7: Eurostar Train to Venice: After a delightful breakfast at the villa, bid farewell to the countryside. Climb aboard the Eurostar train, recline in a first-class cabin and relax on your way to dazzling Venice! Gondola Tour: Upon your arrival in Venice, explore this "sinking" city where you travel by boat instead of car! You and your family are treated to an enchanting experience of exploring the canals from a gondola. Piazza San Marco and Basilica: Bring history to life on a privately guided, story-filled walking tour that illuminates the city's architectural treasures. Plus, you'll find a few surprises along the way! Arrive at Hotel Dei Dogi: This comfortable hotel has majestic chandeliers, enchanting frescoes and a courtyard garden! Dinner on Your Own: Tonight, decide how your family would like to share a Venetian dinner on your own. Choose between gourmet restaurants, tempting trattorias or local favorites.
  • Day 8: Walking Tour: After breakfast at the hotel, journey through this labyrinthine landscape on foot. Learn all the enchanting secrets and discover timeless treasures around every corner. Venetian Carnevale Mask-Making: Meet a renowned mask-maker who showcases her dazzling disguises in a special experience for Adventures by Disney Guests! Then, get in touch with your creative side and construct a masquerade masterpiece of your own! Afternoon in Venice: Now is the time to share a Venetian afternoon with your family. Shop in dazzling boutiques, browse through treasures at a museum or just delight in getting lost in the charming winding streets of this enchanting city. Farewell Dinner: Toast to the magnificent adventure you've shared with your family and newfound friends. With delectable Italian dishes, lively entertainment and a few Disney surprises, this party celebrates the adventure of a lifetime!
  • Day 9: Breakfast at the Hotel: Bid farewell to all your fellow adventurers, and enjoy one last meal on the shores of Venice. Transfers to Airport or Train Station: Relax and enjoy your final moments in Italy, as we handle your luggage and arrange for transportation to the airport. Say "arrivederci" to your fellow adventurers until you return again!

 

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