Day 1 - Arrival in Venice

Upon arrival in Venice make your way to your centrally located hotel. We can arrange transfers from the airport or train station upon request. Balance of day free to explore the sights of this extraordinary city.

Day 2 - Venice City Tour

Venice's charm lies both in its unique civil engineering achievements, and in the harmony of Eastern and Western artistic styles that have flourished here over the centuries. Your private guided city tour will include some of the major sights that define the look and history of Venice, Doge's Palace, St. Mark's Basilica and St. Mark's Square.Balance of day is at your leisure.

Day 3 - Excursion to Verona and Valpolicella

You will be transferred from your hotel by private boat to Piazzale Roma where you private driver and car will be waiting to take you on your full day tour. Your first stop will be Verona, where you will meet your local guide for a fascinating 2 hour walking tour, starting with the Romans conquering Verona, and ending with its contemporary history. You will see the different ages of the city through all the various monuments scattered around its historical center. The tour will include the Arena, Juliet's house and the church of Santa Anatasia.In the afternoon, your tour continues with a drive in the nearby hills to explore the delightful countryside of the Valpolicella wine region. On the way you will visit an evocative and historical winery, where you can taste the different local wines, including the famous Amarone.Return to Piazzale Roma in Venice where our assistant will transfer you back to your hotel by private boat.

Day 4 - Departure

After checking out of your hotel, depart for your onward travel. Transfers can be arranged for your next point or the airport or rail station or add another of our mini packages.

Accommodations

Venice Hotel Ca dei Conti ( or similar)

Sightseeing

Private Venice city walking tour including Doges Palace entrance fee

Private full day excursion to Verona and Valpolicella wine region

Guided tour of Verona

Entrance to Arena, Juliettes house and church of Santa Anatasia

Tour of winery and wine tasting in Valpolicella wine region

Transfers

Private car with English speaking drivers for excursions and tours

Private boat transfers within Venice

Optional private car transfers can be arranged from the airport or rail station

Private car or rail transfers can be arranged from other points in Italy

Meals

Breakfast daily at the hotel

Wine tasting in Valpolicella wine region

Services

Assistance from our Road to Italy office in Rome and local rep offices throughout Italy

Local emergency contact number.

Does not include

Airfare

TravelInsurance ( highly recommended)

Tips and gratuities to drivers and local guides

1) Consult with our tour designers

Contact our office by phone or e-mail and speak to one of our tour designers who will answer any question you have about our suggested tour. They will listen attentively to your ideas and plans and suggest changes to personalize the tour based on your interests and budget.

Tel: 416 964 7600
Toll: 1-800-848-8163
reservations@roadtoitaly.com

2) We send you a Proposal

Shortly after your initial contact with our tour designers, you will receive a draft proposal based on your earlier discussions, normally within 2 business days. This proposal is a no obligation draft for your review and comments. Any additions or modifications will be implemented and a new proposal will be forwarded to you for approval.

3) You like what you see!

Upon meeting your requirements and expectations, you will be requested to send a deposit in the amount of 25% of total. Final Payment is due 45 days prior to scheduled departure date.

4) Buon viaggio!

Approximately, 2 weeks prior to departure you will receive a personalized and detailed day by day itinerary booklet and the necessary vouchers for the services to be provided, along with a general information section on the various regions of Italy.

The booklet and vouchers will include all the important information; addresses, phone & mobile numbers for all your service providers, hotels as well as the phone number of our office in Rome.