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• Gala Dinner Dance at the Casina di Macchia Madama (April-Oct2008 only)
• Worry-Free & Fully Escorted
• First Class Hotels
• Breakfast & Dinner Daily with Wines
• All Gratuities (hotel & restaurant)

Itinerary:

Day 1 Cities Visited: DEPART USA
Boarding our overnight flight, we're off on the adventure of a lifetime.

Day 2 - Cities Visited: Rome  AWAKEN IN ROME
Benvenuti a Roma! Starting November 2007, we are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at 8:45am, 11:30am and 12:30pm. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.

We relax this afternoon, before our evening's welcome drink and dinner with fine local wines.

Day 3 - Cities Visited: Rome  EXPERIENCING COLOSSAL ROME & GALA DINNER DANCE
This morning we'll board our coach for a panoramic tour of imperial Rome including Castel Sant' Angelo, the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus. Then we'll enter the Colosseum reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.

This afternnon is at leisure, but leave time to get ready for our Gala Party at the Casina di Macchia Madama - an extravagant dinner with flowing wines and dancing to our own orchestra. A memorable night with your new friends. Salute! (Not included on departures between Jan 1 - Apr 7 and Nov 1 - Dec 31, the Gala will be replaced by a dinner out at a local restaurant)

Day 4 Cities Visited: Rome THE VATICAN CITY & THE SISTINE CHAPEL (Through Oct. 2008)
This morning we visit Vatican City, "headquarters: for more than a billion Catholics worldwide. We begin at the Vatican Museum, a treasure trove of sculptures, paintings and tapestries. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo's famed frescoes depicting the 'End of Times'.

Next we visit colossal St. Peter's Basilica. Home to Michelangelo's Pieta, Bernini's seven-story bronze altar canopy, astonishing mosaics and priceless sculptures.

Tonight dinner and flowing wines at a local Roman restaurant.

Day 5 - Cities Visited: Pompeii , Naples and Sorrento NAPLES, POMPEII & SORRENTO
This morning, we motor to Naples, birthplace of Caruso, Sophia Loren and my grandfather, Joseph Perillo. We enjoy a brief panoramic tour of this vibrant city with proud Mt. Vesuvius above and the Bay of Naples below.

Then it's off to Pompeii. Imagine, an entire city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day almost 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You'll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape and also the 'secret room'. But I'll say no more about that - you'll just have to take the tour!

Tonight, dinner at our hotel with fine wines.

Day 6 - Cities Visited: Capri  THE ISLE OF CAPRI
Naples at our stern, Capri at our bow, this morning we cross the Bay of Naples to the world's most enchanting island. The vacation spot of emperors and movie stars, you'll be equally captivated by the charms of Capri. Tonight, still glowing from the sun, we're off to a Sorrento eatery for fine food and wine.

Day 7 - Cities Visited: Florence   ANDIAMO A FIRENZE!
Departing Sorrento, our comfortable drive takes us through the rolling hills, scenic vineyards and postcard-perfect vistas of Umbria and Tuscany. Along the way, we'll travel through the beautiful Tiber River Valley and the medieval villages of Orvieto and Orte, reaching Florence in time for a relaxing dinner at our hotel.

Day 8 - Cities Visited: Florence   FLORENCE - BIRTHPLACE OF THE RENAISSANCE AND A SHOPPER'S PARADISE!
Welcome to Florence, home of Dante, Boccaccio, Botticelli and da Vinci.

Today, we'll enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the town atop Piazzale Michelangelo, followed by a tour of the Academy of Fine Arts where Michelangelo's proud "David" stands. We'll see the majestic Duomo built in 1296, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistry. We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria and then to Santa Croce Church. There's plenty of time to shop this afternoon, but be ready for dinner at one of my favorite Florentine restaurants.

Day 9 - Cities Visited: Pisa (Through Oct 2008)
Just a drive away is Pisa. As we near the most photographed building in the world, our imaginations kick into gear, wondering "how" and "why". You'll soon find out!

We'll take our own photographs of the famous bell tower, along with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery.

This afternoon is at leisure in Florence. Tonight we'll enjoy a relaxing dinner out, complete with savory Tuscan wines.

Day 10  - Cities Visited: Venice  TO VENICE, VIA PISA & PADUA
The bell tower in Pisa is famous mainly because it's flawed. What a comfort to those of us who are less than perfect. We'll see the 'Leaning Tower' first hand, along with the magnificent Cathedral and Baptistery in the same square.

Visitors to Padua are often caught off-guard by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron saint of lost objects) is interred here and the Basilica holds the world's largest collection of Giotto's paintings. I hope you'll find Padua as special as I do.

Venice arrives to us as in a dream. Time stands still as massive gothic buildings float by in a shroud of mist. Gondolas drift along, not just for show, but to deliver the staples of everyday life. Our arrival is also by boat, as we're eager to start exploring. Tonight's dinner is easy and relaxed, right in our hotel.

Note: The visit to Pisa will be done on day 9.

Day 11 - Cities Visited: Venice  A DAY IN VENICE
This morning we'll meet our local expert for a walking tour, seeing St. Mark's Square, the great Byzantine Basilica. We also enjoy a tour inside the Doge's Palace, one of the world's most stunning examples of gothic art. A very important 'rite of passage' for Venice visitors is getting completely lost in the city's charming labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny piazzas. Tonight, dinner out at a favorite Venetian restaurant.

Day 12 - Cities Visited: Verona  TO MILAN VIA JULIET'S VERONA
This morning we bid farewell to Venice and our drive to Milan is delightfully interrupted by a visit to romantic Verona. We'll stand in the courtyard below Juliet's balcony where Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers professed their love. Soon we're in fashionable Milan, where we begin with a panoramic drive around the city and a visit to the impressive, gothic Duomo. We'll stroll through the spectacular glass-topped Galleria, the world's first shopping mall and onto the famed La Scala Opera House. Tonight, a delectable Milanese dinner at our hotel.

Day 13 - Cities Visited: Como ITALY'S MAGNIFICENT LAKE REGION - LUGANO & LAKE COMO
This morning's visit to Lugano is actually in Switzerland, but this Alpine paradise clings to its Italian roots. The natural beauty is accompanied by great shops filled with Swiss specialties --- like clocks, watches and, of course, chocolate! Next we visit Como, the charming town and pristine lake of the same name, lined with lovely villas. Tonight is a dinner out at a great local restaurant in Milan.

Day 14 - Cities Visited:  FLIGHT HOME
We board our flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. While we say 'arrivederci' to Italy, we realize we're taking a little piece of it back home with us. Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family, and please return soon.

2008 Dates & Rates:

• Gala Dinner Dance at the Casina di Macchia Madama (April-Oct2008 only)
• Worry-Free & Fully Escorted
• First Class Hotels
• Breakfast & Dinner Daily with Wines
• All Gratuities (hotel & restaurant)

Itinerary:

Day 1 Cities Visited: DEPART USA
Boarding our overnight flight, we're off on the adventure of a lifetime.

Day 2 Cities Visited: Milan - BUON GIORNO, MILAN
Benvenuti a Milano! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Milan airport to your hotel at 8:45am, 9:45am and 1:30pm. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you. We relax this afternoon, whetting our appetites for what's to come. Dinner tonight with the first of many local wines.

Day 3 Cities Visited: Como - ITALY'S MAGNIFICENT LAKE REGION - LUGANO & LAKE COMO
This morning's visit to Lugano is actually in Switzerland, but this Alpine paradise clings to its Italian roots. The natural beauty is accompanied by great shops filled with Swiss specialties --- like clocks, watches and, of course, chocolate! Next we visit Como, the charming town and pristine lake of the same name, lined with lovely villas.

Tonight, fabulous food and wine at a classic Milanese restaurant.

Day 4 Cities Visited: Verona - MILAN TO VENICE, VIA JULIET'S VERONA
This morning, we explore fashionable Milan, beginning with a panoramic drive around the city and a visit to the impressive, gothic Duomo. We'll stroll through the spectacular glass-topped Galleria, the world's first shopping mall, and onto the famed La Scala Opera House.

We bid farewell to Milan and our drive to Venice is delightfully interrupted by a visit to romantic Verona. We'll stand in the courtyard below Juliet's balcony where Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers professed their love.

Then, Venice arrives to us as in a dream. Time stands still as massive gothic buildings float by in a shroud of mist. Gondolas drift along, not just for show, but to deliver the staples of everyday life. Tonight's dinner is easy and relaxed, right in our hotel.

Day 5 Cities Visited: Venice - A DAY IN VENICE
This morning we'll meet our local expert for a walking tour, seeing St. Mark's Square, the great Byzantine Basilica and inside the Doge's Palace, one of the world's most stunning examples of gothic art. A very important 'rite of passage' for Venice visitors is getting completely lost in the city's charming labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny piazzas. Fear not --- being a small island, it's impossible to stray very far. Tonight, dinner out at a favorite local Venetian restaurant.

Day 6 Cities Visited: Florence - TO FLORENCE, VIA PADUA
This morning we're off to Florence with one important stop along the way.

Visitors to Padua are often caught off-guard by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron saint of lost objects) is interred here and the Basilica holds the world's largest collection of Giotto's paintings.

This afternoon we arrive in Florence, fountainhead of the Renaissance and hometwon of Dante, Boccaccio, Botticelli and da Vinci. Tonight we'll enjoy our first Tuscan meal with wine at a great local restaurant.

Day 7 Cities Visited: Florence - FLORENCE - BIRTHPLACE OF THE RENAISSANCE AND A SHOPPER'S PARADISE
Today we'll enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the town atop Piazzale Michelangelo, followed by a tour of the Academy of Fine Arts where Michelangelo's proud "David" stands. We'll see the majestic Duomo built in 1296, Giotto's Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned "Gates of Paradise" doors. We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria and then to Santa Croce Church.

There's plenty of time to shop this afternoon, but be ready for dinner at one of my favorite Florentine restaurants.

Day 8  Cities Visited: Pisa - A BEAUTIFUL DAY TRIP TO PISA
The bell tower in Pisa is famous mainly because it's flawed. What a comfort to those of us who are less than perfect. We'll see the 'Leaning Tower' first hand, along with the magnificent Cathedral and Baptistery in the same square. Tonight, you will enjoy your dinner at your hotel.

Day 9 Cities Visited: Sorrento - TO SORRENTO WE GO
Our journey to Sorrento takes us through the rolling hills, scenic vineyards and post-card perfect vistas of Umbria and Tuscany. Along the way, we'll comfortably travel by the beautiful Tiber River Valley and the medieval villages of Orvieto and Orte.

Soon, we are in Sorrento, high on a beautiful plateau, greeted by the sapphire blue Gulf of Naples and majestic Mount Vesuvius. Tonight, after getting settled, a charming dinner with wine at our hotel.

Day 10 Cities Visited: Capri - THE ISLE OF CAPRI
Naples at our stern, Capri at our bow, this morning we cross the Bay of Naples to the world's most enchanting island. The vacation spot of emperors and movie stars, you'll be equally captivated by the charms of Capri. Tonight, still glowing from the sun, we're off to a great Sorrento eatery for fine food and wine.

Day 11 Cities Visited: Pompeii - POMPEII, NAPLES & ROME
I love to see the awe on the faces of visitors to Pompeii. Imagine, an entire city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day almost 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You'll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape and also the 'secret room'. But I'll say no more about that - you'll just have to take the tour.

Late this morning, we continue on to Naples, birthplace of Caruso, Sophia Loren and my grandfather, Joseph Perillo. We enjoy a brief panoramic tour of this city.

A few hours later, we enter the gates of Rome and settle into our hotel followed by dinner with fine wines. Salute!

Day 12  Cities Visited: Rome - IMPERIAL ROME & GALA DINNER DANCE
This morning we'll board our coach for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including Castel Sant' Angelo, the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus. Then we'll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.

This afternoon is at leisure, but leave time to get ready for our Gala Party at the Casina di Macchia Madama - an extravagant dinner with flowing wines and dancing to our own orchestra. A memorable night with your new friends. Salute! (Not included on departures between Jan 1 - Apr 5 and Nov 1 - Dec 31, the Gala will be replaced by a dinner out at a local restaurant)

Day 13  Cities Visited: Rome - THE VATICAN CITY & THE SISTINE CHAPEL
This morning we visit Vatican City, "headquarters" for more than a billion Catholics worldwide. We begin at the Vatican Museum, a treasure trove of sculptures, paintings and tapestries. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo's famed frescoes depicting the "End of Times".

Next we visit colossal St. Peter's Basilica, Home to Michelangelo's Pieta, Bernini's seven-story bronze altar canopy, astonishing mosaics and priceless sculptures. Tonight, dinner out and flowing wines at a great local Roman restaurant.

Day 14 Cities Visited: FLIGHT HOME
We board our flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. While we say 'arrivederci' to Italy, we realize we're taking a little piece of it back home with us. Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family, and please return soon.

2008 Dates & Rates: