Rome - Florence - Pisa - Venice
Italy Singles Tour
For 30s - 40s -50s & Active 60 Year Olds

April 13 - April 22 2012
July 20 - July 29 2012
 $2,790*

Italy is the land of forgotten paradises, where time seems to stand still.  On this Italy Singles trip follow the footsteps of Ancient Romans as places once reserved for the nobility are accessible today. Find yourself face to face with the greatest masterpieces in history.

Italy's treasures come packaged in a country of majestic mountains, placid lakes, idyllic islands, splendid cities and wonderful walled villages. An ideal climate plus warm and gracious people make Italy a perfect destination to visit. Onthis tour, visit Italy’s most magical cities: Venice, Florence and Rome. Built on over 100 islets, linked by 400 bridges, Venice is the only city in the world built entirely on water. Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its palaces, churches and museums overflow with masterful paintings and sculptures. The Eternal City of Rome, sprawling among its seven hills, is fascinating for both its ancient and its modern wonders.

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Rome - Florence - Venice  Italy Singles Trip Itinerary

Day 1 - Hometown

Depart hometown on own arrangement - Fly into Rome airport (FCO) and fly home from Venice (VCE) - Best Single Travel will gladly assist on air arrangements

Day 2 - Rome

Arrive Rome in the morning, you will be met at the airport and transferred to our hotel. Time to relax or free exploration before meeting your host for a meet and greet and an optional dinner.

Day 3 - Rome

Put on your walking shoes for a full day tour of Rome using the hop-on hop-off bus. Visit the most important wonders and sites of Ancient Rome. Of course there will be time for lunch and shopping.

Explore the Vatican with a local guide. Stroll the Vatican Museums, which houses over 9 miles of the most extensive collection of art in the world with our knowledgeable guide. Brilliantly decorated and lined with masterpieces, the museums are brimming with treasures and history. Experience Michelangelo’s famous Creation of Adam with your own eyes as we explore the Sistine Chapel and wander Raphael’s Rooms.

St Peter's Basilica - is the center of Christianity. The opulence of the building's interior bears testimony to the wealth of the catholic church in the 16th century. The Colosseum is probably the most impressive building of the Roman empire. Originally known as the Flavian Amphitheater, it was the largest building of the era. The monumental structure has fallen into ruins, but even today it is an imposing and beautiful sight. The Roman Forum was the marketplace of Rome and also the business district and civic center. It was the center of political and social activity. Toss a coin in the Trevi Fountain, the most famous and arguably the most beautiful fountain in all of Rome.

Tonight enjoy our Welcome Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 4 - Rome

Day at leisure to do all the things you wanted to do if you ever came to Rome. Now is your chance.

Don't want to explore Rome alone then hang with your singles host/hostess today as you discover Rome as a group.

Day 5 - Rome, Florence

Enjoy the Italian countryside as we travel from Rome to Florence by train. Arrive in Florence in time for a quick bite before our afternoon sightseeing tour with a local guide begins. Explore the birthplace of the Renaissance and watch as the rich tapestry of Florentine history and culture unfold. Visit the most important sites between the two most famous hills of Florence - Piazzale Michelangelo and Fiesole - highlighting the ancient heart of the city on the banks of the River Arno.

A distinctive feature of Florence's skyline is the dome of the cathedral (Duomo), Santa Maria del Fiore. The Piazzle Michelangelo overlooks one of the most famous and magnificent views of Florence.

The Basilica di San Miniato al Monte stands atop one of the highest points in Florence, and has been described as the finest Romanesque structure in Tuscany and one of the most beautiful churches in Italy.

Day 6 - Florence, San Gimignano, Siena, Pisa

Let's leave Florence and explore the Italian countryside on this full day tour:

Siena - Guided tour of the city rich in art treasures and historic architecture.  It is one of the most popular tourist centers in Italy. It is also noted for its wine and for its marble. People watch, eat lunch or sip a glass of wine at Piazza Del Campo

Pisa - Photo opportuinity of the renowned worldwide for its Leaning Tower, is a city full of surprises; from the bright quays walled by noble buildings, to the web of narrow, medieval alleys leading to the famous Piazza dei Miracoli. Standing in a large green expanse, Piazza del Duomo houses a group of monuments known the world over. The four masterpieces of medieval architecture are the cathedral, the baptistry, the campanile (the 'Leaning Tower') and the cemetery

Day 7 - Florence

Day at leisure to explore Florence on your own or with the new single friends you have made. Visit many of the museums and see Michaelangelo's David. Stroll the streets and shop the stores or markets.

Day 8 - Florence, Venice

Another chance to admire the beautiful Italian scenery as we travel by train from Florence to Venice this morning.

Venice is like an open-air museum, and this afternoon we will tour the Piazza San Marco, St. Mark's Square. Our walking tour highlights all the important monuments, from San Marco Square to the Rialto Bridge. Learn the history behind the famous landmarks, including the basilica's Byzantine heritage and the adjoining prisons of the Doge's Palace.

Day 9 - Venice

Explore the famous islands of the Venice lagoon - Murano, Burano and Torcello - on a half-day excursion. You'll see a glass-blowing display on Murano, shop for lace on Burano and visit Venice's first church on the tranquil island of Torcello.

Boarding a comfortable motor boat, speed along the Venetian lagoon to Murano, famous for its glassware. During the visit explore shops, factories and watch the skilled glass-blowers as they create works of art. Re-board the boat and journey to the island of Burano to admire picturesque fishermen's houses painted in bright pastel colors, and, of course, the famous lace. The last island stop is Torcello, the earliest center of civilization in the Venetian lagoon. See the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, founded in the 7th century, and the excavated remains of the circular baptistery in the church of Santa Fosca.

Time for last minute exploring, shopping or relaxing before our Farewell Dinner!

Day 10 - Depart Italy

Enjoy a final breakfast with new single friends then say Arrivederci to Italy as we make our way back home and the end of another great singles vacation.

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