11-Nights Italian Treasures: Venice to Amalfi - Small Group Journeys from $18,495

Abercrombie & Kent

OFFER ID 1696463

The ancient grandeur of Rome, the artistic splendor of Florence and the romantic allure of Venice - each destination on this unforgettable Italian adventure offers a unique glimpse into the country’s rich history and culture. Experience Italy’s spiritual and artistic heart with unrivaled insider access to historic sites, exquisite food and wine, and intimate encounters with artisans devoted to timeless romantic traditions.

11 nights from $18,495 per person

Itinerary

1 Arrive Venice, Italy

Rising from an enclosed lagoon on the Adriatic Sea, Venice is a byword for Old World romance and charm, from intricate Italian Gothic architecture to the iconic gondolas and vaporettos passing under the bridges that delicately span its canals and waterways.

The St. Regis Venice

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2 Venice – Secrets Of The Hidden Gardens

Venture off the beaten path on a captivating walk through Venice’s hidden gardens and private palaces. Stroll through the lush, secluded spaces that have been a part of Venice’s history since the 1600s — secret enclaves of historical and social significance. Listen as your guide shares fascinating anecdotes about how locals managed to create these green sanctuaries in a city built on water. Explore the private palace gardens not typically open to the public, many of which are part of residences still inhabited by aristocratic families. After lunch in a local restaurant, visit the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica.

The St. Regis Venice

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3 Bologna – Learn To Make Fresh Pasta

Drive to Bologna, the cradle of Italian cuisine, where you take part in a hands-on lesson in the crafting of fresh pasta. Feast on the fruits of your labor before continuing across the Apennine Mountains to Florence.

Hotel Savoy, A Rocco Forte Hotel

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4 Florence – Michelangelo’s Masterworks

Walk in the footsteps of Michelangelo as your guide leads you to some of his most iconic monuments across Florence. Start at the Accademia Gallery, where David, the world’s most celebrated statue, awaits. Admire this towering 17-foot figure, carved by a young Michelangelo from a single block of Carrara marble. Continue to the nearby Church of San Lorenzo and the Medici Chapels, and marvel at the Chapel of the Princes’ New Sacristy, adorned with Michelangelo’s statues Dawn, Dusk, Night and Day. Finish at the Church of Santa Croce, the final resting place of many renowned Florentines, including Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Galileo. Inside, gaze upon the stunning frescoes of Giotto and Taddeo Gaddi. Step outside and explore the vibrant Santa Croce neighborhood, known for its high-quality leather. Later, receive exclusive A&K access to the Opera del Duomo restoration workshop, where Michelangelo worked.

Hotel Savoy, A Rocco Forte Hotel

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5 Florence – Legacy Of The Medici Clan

Step into history and retrace the footsteps of the powerful Medici family. Begin at the Uffizi Gallery, beholding Botticelli’s Birth of Venus, Leonardo da Vinci’s Annunciation and other historic works. Enter the Vasari Corridor, a private passageway built in 1565 by Giorgio Vasari to connect the Uffizi with the Palazzo Pitti, allowing the Medici family to move freely between their palaces without being seen. Make your way to the Boboli Gardens, a vast and beautifully landscaped park designed for the Medici family. Stroll this oasis of sculptures, fountains and breathtaking vistas, retracing the grandeur of the Medici dynasty.

Hotel Savoy, A Rocco Forte Hotel

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6 Oriveto – City Of Architectural Delights

Walk the enchanting streets of Orvieto, taking in its remarkable architecture, and gain insights into the city’s past, tracing its Etruscan roots to its flourishing medieval period. Visit the majestic Gothic cathedral, an architectural marvel. Step inside to view stunning frescoes reflecting centuries of artistic and religious devotion. Admire the cathedral’s facade, with its exquisite carvings and mosaics, before heading out to the idyllic countryside to delve into the region’s ancient winemaking traditions. Explore a distinguished local winery, its vineyards and historic Etruscan caves. Eat a light lunch paired with expertly selected wines, savoring the Umbrian cuisine.

Hotel De La Ville

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7 Rome – Sistine Chapel To The Colosseum

Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome, a crumbling classic of romance and relics, where every sculpted cheek comes with a story. History is everywhere: be it the glory of the Colosseum, the tombs of ancient emperors or churches lavished with masterpieces. Rise early for entry to the Vatican Museums in the cooler, less-crowded part of the day. Behold the wonders of the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica before exploring the quaint Trastevere neighborhood. Then join a local guide to view more of Rome’s classic sites, including entry to the Colosseum. This evening, indulge in an A&K-exclusive private visit to the Villa Medici, topping off the experience with a refreshing aperitivo.

Hotel De La Ville

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8 Rome – Classic Sites And Some Free Time

Tour Rome’s historic core, including the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. After lunch at a local restaurant, your day is free for rest or recreation.

Hotel De La Ville

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9 Naples – Eat Pizza Where It All Began
Whisk by high-speed train to Campania, arriving in Naples for an authentic pizza lunch in the city where the dish was born. Behold the wonders of the Roman past in the Archaeological Museum, including discoveries made at Pompeii and Herculaneum. Continue to Sorrento and your hotel overlooking the Gulf of Naples.
Grand Hotel La Favorita

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10 Sorrento – Shadows Of Mount Vesuvius
Explore Sorrento’s allure today with a guided walking tour through narrow, winding lanes, uncovering tales of ancient history and local legends. Discover panoramic viewpoints framing Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. Immerse yourself in the lively Piazza Tasso, Sorrento’s cultural hub, and delve into art and history at the Museum Correale. Wrap up your adventure with a tasting of creamy buffalo mozzarella at a local restaurant.
Grand Hotel La Favorita

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11 Amalfi – Postcard-Perfect Coastal Drive
Take in the alluring Amalfi Coast on one of the world’s most scenic coastal drives, passing Positano and Praiano as you wend your way to charming Amalfi itself. Explore the town and take time for lunch before continuing to hilltop Ravello for some stunning views of the Mediterranean. Head back to Sorrento, where a delicious farewell dinner awaits.
Grand Hotel La Favorita

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12 Depart Naples
After breakfast, take your private transfer to the airport for your departing flight.

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Featured Destinations

Rome

Sprawled across seven legendary hills, romantic and beautiful Rome was one
of the great centers of the ancient world. Although its beginning is shrouded
in legend and its development is full of intrigue and struggle, Rome has always
been and remains the Eternal City.

Rome enjoyed its greatest splendor during the 1st and 2nd centuries when art
flourished, monumental works of architecture were erected, and the mighty Roman
legions swept outward, conquering all of Italy. These victorious armies then
swept across the Mediterranean and beyond to conquer most of the known world.
With Rome's establishment as capital of the western world, a new ascent to glory
began.

Today's Rome, with its splendid churches, ancient monuments and palaces, spacious
parks, tree-lined boulevards, fountains, outdoor cafes and elegant shops, is
one of the world’s most attractive and exciting cities. Among the most famous
monuments is the Colosseum. As you walk its cool, dark passageways, imagine
the voices that once filled the arena as 50,000 spectators watched combats between
muscled gladiators and ferocious animals.

Stop to see the remains of the Forum, once the city's political and commercial
center. In later times, Rome's squares were enhanced with such imposing structures
as the Vittorio Emanuele Monument and grandiose fountains like the Fontana di
Trevi. Join the millions who stand in awe of Christendom’s most magnificent
church and admire the timeless masterpieces of Michelangelo's frescoes in the
Sistine Chapel.

Rome jars the senses and captures the soul. Grasp all you can during the short,
precious time you have available in the Eternal City. With so much to see and
do, a day or two will only allow you a sampling of the city's marvelous treasures.

Caution: As in many big cities and tourist destinations purse snatching
and pickpocketing is common. Valuable jewelry and excess cash are best left
in a safety deposit box in your hotel.

Shopping For most visitors shopping for beautiful Italian leather articles,
designer shoes, fashions for men and women, linens, knitwear, silk scarves and
ties is a favorite pastime. Except for tourist-oriented shops, the majority
of stores are closed on Sundays. Some of the department stores, such as Rinascente,
open in the late afternoon on Sundays.

Cuisine Rome's choice of restaurants is mindboggling as is the variety
of cuisine. Whether your meal is at a top-rated restaurant or a rustic trattoria,
you can be sure that you will enjoy your food, especially when accompanied by
wines from the hill towns surrounding Rome.

Other Sights Rome's attractions are endless, and depending on how much
time you have at your disposal a careful selection has to be made about what
to see. Be aware of horrendous traffic conditions and major construction work
all around the city in preparation of Jubilee 2000, the Holy Year. Some of the
sights not to be missed:

Piazza Venezia - This busy square is easily recognized by its imposing Vittorio
Emanuele II Monument. The white marble structure was inaugurated in 1911 as
a symbol of Italy’s unification.

The Forum - Once the civic heart of ancient Rome, today the remains include
a series of ruins, marble fragments, isolated columns and some worn arches.

Colosseum - No visit to Rome is complete without a stop at this awe-inspiring
theater, which is among the world’s most celebrated buildings. Here ancient
Rome flocked to see gladiatorial contests and numerous other spectacles.

Trevi Fountain - Take a stroll to Rome's famous fountain. A spectacular fantasy
of mythical sea creatures and cascades of splashing water, the fountain is one
of the city's foremost attractions. Legend has it that visitors must toss a
coin into the fountain to ensure their return to Rome.

St. Peter's Square - Part of Vatican City, this square created by Bernini
is considered one of the loveliest squares in the world. Twin Doric colonnades
topped with statues of various saints and martyrs flank either side of the square.
In the center stands an 84-foot obelisk, brought from Egypt in 37 A.D.

St. Peter's Basilica - At the head of the square stands Christendom's most
magnificent church, which was begun in 1452 on the site where St. Peter was
buried. Throughout the following 200 years, such Renaissance masters as Bramante,
Michelangelo, Raphael and Bernini worked on its design and created an unparalleled
masterpiece. Of special note are Michelangelo's Pieta and the bronze canopy
over the high altar by Bernini. The immense dome was designed by Michelangelo.

Vatican Museum - To see this museum's immense collection would take days.
As you enter, there are special posters that plot a choice of four color-coded
itineraries. They are repeated throughout the museum and are easy to follow.
It is a good idea to pickup a leaflet at the main entrance and concentrate on
exhibits of major interest. Of course, the Sistine Chapel is a must. Most likely
you may have to wait in line to enter.

Excursions

Rome Highlights and Vatican: 9 hours

Meet your private English-speaking driver at the pier side of Civitavecchia port.
Rome is a mix of architecture styles, of antiques and new, of sacred and profane. In this full day tour you can enjoy a sample of this capital city. With your guide reach the Vatican city where you can visit the Museums, admiring its priceless collection of art and architecture: highlights include Raphael's Transfiguration, The Raphael Rooms, the Sculpture Garden featuring the famous Laokoon. Finally, the restored Sistine Chapel, famous all over the world for the breathtaking Michelangelo’s ceiling and the Last Judgment. From here you walk to St. Peter's Basilica to marvel at Michelangelo's Dome, his statue Pietà, Bernini's magnificent Baldacchino and the Tombs of the Popes. The tour will continue with a look at the ancient part of the Eternal city and its symbol: the Coliseum, where, jumping the lines, you will be able to enter in the magnificent Flavian Amphitheatre and admire where the gladiatorial duels, wild beast fights were arranged for the entertainment of Roman people.
The second part of the day will be dedicated to the visit of the city center, starting from Navona Square, the most important of Baroque Rome, where today it is possible to admire the monumental Fountain of the Rivers by Bernini. Continue your tour visiting the Pantheon, the jewel of Roman architecture, then Trevi Fountain, the most famous and beautiful fountain in Rome. End the tour at the Spanish Steps, built entirely in travertine in the 18th century.
We will ensure your timely return transfer to the Civitavecchia Port

Access to the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica is allowed only to properly attired visitors.

Highlights:

Vatican Museums, Ancient Rome, main highlights

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes

Physical Activity Level: low

Inclusions:
·         Luxury Mercedes minivan at disposal for the entire day
·         English-speaking driver at disposal for the entire day
·         6 hour private English-speaking guide
·         No Line entrance fees for the Vatican Museums and Colosseum

Exclusions:
·         All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
·         Gratuities

Tivoli: Villas in the Countryside - 8 Hours

Ostia Antica - 6 Hours

Roman Castles - 8 Hours

Lake Bracciano and the Monster Park - 8 Hours

Florence

Naples

From Naples visitors can explore the rugged Amalfi coast, Italy's most romantic stretch of coastline. Near Amalfi is the resort of Positano, where visitors enjoy strolling through streets and shopping in small boutiques. Take an excursion to legendary Pompeii, an ancient Roman city covered and preserved by the debris from the violent eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. The monuments of this city are considered to be among the finest of any ancient city in Europe, and visitors can spend a day here learning about life in a Roman town during the first century A.D. The Cathedral of San Gennaro, a fine medieval building, has one chapel containing the tomb of Charles of Anjou, while another houses the cathedral's gold and silver treasure. Among the Christian underground burial vaults discovered in an area of suburban heights, the Catacombs of San Gennaro can be visited. Capodimonte Park - a well-kept tropical park - has a royal palace built by Charles III in 1738 that now houses Naples' picture gallery, the National Museum of Capodimonte.

Excursions

Naples and Pompeii - 8 hours

Naples: Food Tour of Naples - 4 hours

Naples: The City of Naples - 8 hours

Naples' historic city centre is the largest in Europe, covering 4,200 acres and enclosing 27 centuries of history. One of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world with Bronze Age Greek settlements dating back to the second millennium BC, the area was re-founded as Neápolis (‘new city’) in the sixth century BC, becoming a lynchpin of Magna Graecia and playing a key role in the merging of Greek culture into Roman society.

Explore Naples today with your expert guide. Highlights include the Spaccanapoli district, the magnificent Duomo cathedral, the Cappella Sansevero with its virtuosic sculptural masterpiece the Cristo Velato, as well as lesser-known gems such as the San Giovanni a Carbonara. Today’s tour encompasses artistic-historic treasures and plenty of local colour. Along the way, enjoy a bite of Naples’ famous street food ‘frittura’, a sinfully delicious mix of deep fried aubergines (eggplant), zucchini, mozzarella, arancini (rice croquettes), cauliflower, or potato croquettes.
Continue your sightseeing tour in the historic centre of Naples. Visit the Castel Nuovo, the imposing medieval structure built by the Angevins to defend the city. You may also wish to visit the adjoining Palazzo Reale (The Royal Palace Museum and Royal apartments), built in the 17th century. The magnificently decorated halls and rooms contain the original Bourbon furnishings, paintings, statues and porcelain. Enjoy a panoramic drive to reach the magnificent Carthusian Monastery, the Certosa di San Martino situated on Vomero Hill, where you may visit the luxuriously decorated Baroque Style church.

Highlights:

Try Naples' famous street food as your guide shows you the historic sights of Italy
Visit the medieval Castel Nuovo, whose magnificently decorated rooms contain original Bourbon furnishings, paintings and statues

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information

Physical Activity Level: Low

Inclusions:
•   Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
•   An expert local guide (8 hours)
•   Entrance fees
•   All taxes

Exclusions:
•   All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
•   Gratuities

Naples: Historic Pompeii & Vesuvius - 9 hours

Venice

With a great historic past and incomparable art treasures, Venice is renowned as one of the world’s great cities. Its 118 islands are separated by more than 150 canals and spanned by 400 bridges. During Venice's artistic golden age many magnificent structures were erected to create world-famous masterpieces. One of the best sightseeing routes is along Grand Canal, with many palaces lining the famous waterway. St. Mark’s Square offers access to some of Venice’s most famed attractions - St. Mark’s Basilica and Doge’s Palace. From Piazza San Marco, a maze of narrow streets are lined with shops, cafés and restaurants. A popular pastime is sitting at an outdoor café facing the square while people-watching and letting the whole marvelous scenario unfold. Venice’s Murano, Burano and Torcello Islands comprise an area famous as home of Venice’s glass-blowing industry and known for their charm, skilled lace-making and medieval monuments. Relax on a gondola ride, see art treasures in museums, churches and palaces, and have a sumptuous meal - all in this incomparable city.

Excursions

Venice: Splendours of Venice Walking Tour - 4 hours

Venice: Venice for Art Lovers Walking Tour - 4 hours

Venice: The Roman City of Verona - 7 hours

Venice - St. Marks, Grand Canal and Murano - 6 hours

Venice in a Day - 8 hours

Meet your private English-speaking assistant and private boat at the pier side of Venice port.
The tour will start with an hour cruise by private boat along the Grand Canal to see its beauty as it was intended to be seen by boat. Continue visiting the island of Murano: you will enter into a real working studio and see how the glass is blown and shaped with the original tools which have been used throughout history.

Next, you will come back to Venice and enjoy a ride by gondola: the symbol of Venice. Both if you are honeymooner or young people or well travelled tourist, you will be captured by the elegance and charm of this experience.

After lunch your private English speaking guide will meet you and take you on a walking tour, explaining the historical background of Venice, its origin and development. Visiting St. Mark's square with the Golden Basilica and the Doge's palace, you will come in touch with the most admired and well known artistic jewels, especially from a monumental & architectural point of view. The past splendours of the Serenissima will appear through palaces, churches, bell towers, well curbs, elegant renaissance and baroque facades.

Also worth a detailed visit is the lively area of Rialto's market, connecting the famous bridge to St. Mark's square through the well known Mercerie street: the remnants of Venice's magnificence will fascinate you.
We will ensure your timely return transfer to the Venice Port

Highlights:

Grand Canal, Murano island, Golden Basilica, Doge’s Palace, Bell Tower, main and -off the truck- highlights

Tour Duration: 8 hours

Tour can Operate: Morning

Wheelchair Accessible: No

Physical Activity Level: Low

Inclusions:
·         3 hours Luxury private boat at disposal for the entire day
·         English-speaking assistant at disposal for the entire day
·         4 hour private English-speaking guide
·         No Line entrance fees for Basilica and Doge’s Palace

Exclusions:
·         All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
·         Gratuities

Venice: Lagoon Islands - 7 hours

The story of Murano and Burano

The Canal Grande cruise followed by a walking tour of Venice

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