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Day 1
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After
a welcome from our staff and lunch at the hotel, we’ll
leave for the nearby roman city called Ostia Antica.
The name Ostia comes from the Latin word "ostium"
which means "river mouth". This trading town
was located near the mouth of the river Tiber which
flows out into the Tyrrhenian Sea. An archaeologist
will explain the ins and outs of this very important
town where all kinds of merchandise from the far corners
of the empire were traded to supply Rome. Imagine, even
pre-fabricated marble coffins were imported by ship
from the eastern provinces. After this visit, we will
have dinner at the hotel followed by a presentation
of the total tour. |
Day
2
Since
it’s your vacation, and relaxation is an important aspect
of the trip, we will take it easy today. First, we will
take a short but interesting hike in an area famous
for its Etruscan origins, and the second half of the
day you’ll slip into some hot natural springs. These
baths are near the medieval town of Viterbo. These hot
springs have been enjoyed by the Etruscans, Romans and,
later in the middle ages, they became a favourite visiting
place for many popes. In the afternoon we will have
time to explore the medieval town of Viterbo. Here we’ll
stay for Dinner. |
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Day
3
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This
morning, we will hike in an area north of Rome and on
our way there we will pass several villages which were
founded by the Etruscans. Once we’ve arrived, we’ll
hike on a Roman road. Our goal, a Roman city with its
defence walls still standing. In the evening, we’ll
dine in Rome to be followed by a lovely stroll of the
city at night. Rome is romantic by night, heroic by
day. |
Day
4
We
couldn’t invite you to Rome without showing you a small
but important part of its art treasures. Therefore,
we will visit the Vatican Museums with all the amazing
art which, in 1503, Pope Julius the Second started to
collect here. This will be followed by a visit of the
Sistine Chapel, the Basilica of St. Peter, and the picturesque
town of Castel Gandolfo which is the summer residence
of the Pope. We will stay for dinner in one of the small
towns in the Roman Hills or Castelli Romani as they
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Day
5
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Today
we’re off to the old city of Monterano, abandoned around
1799 when French Napoleonic troops attacked and sacked
the town. Also the surrounding area has many other interesting
places to see. We’ll walk along Etruscan roads, which
are cut deep in the tuffo stone, and also see Etruscan
tombs and Roman aqueducts. In the evening we will taste
wine at a winery or cantina in the hills of Frascati
where we’ll also stay for dinner. |
Day
6
A
day in Rome! We’ll visit Piazza Navona, the Pantheon,
the famous Trevi fountain, the Roman Forum, and the
coliseum, after which we’ll visit one of the many catacombs.
Even if you have seen these beautiful sights before,
you’ll enjoy seeing them again when we explain the history
and mythology surrounding them. Of course, dinner is
in Rome to be followed by a walk. |
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Day
7
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Today
we’ll head for Tuscany and the town of San Gimignano!
On the way there, we’ll visit the famous painted tombs
in Tarquinia. The 5th king of Rome, Tarquinius Priscus,
came from this Etruscan town. In the afternoon, after
settling into the hotel, we will explore San Gimignano
and have dinner in one of its typical Tuscan restaurants.
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Day
8
This
morning we will take an interesting hike which starts
from and returns to San Gimignano. On our way we’ll
take a detour to visit the ruins of a medieval village
which was abandoned in the 14th century. After we return
to the hotel and relax some, we’ll drive to Siena where
we’ll have dinner. |
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Day
9
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This
morning we are going to Montalcino, which is very famous
for its Brunello wine. On the road just south of San
Gimignano, we will pass by the medieval hilltown of
Monteriggione, which we’ll visit on our way back.
From Montalcino we will hike to the beautiful church
of St.Antimo, which was founded, according to legend,
by Charlemagne in 871AD.
Since this evening will be our last together, we will
have a special farewell dinner in San Gimignano. |
Day
10
Unfortunately
all good things come to an end. Today we have to say
farewell. Transport will be available to take you anywhere
in Rome or to let you off on the road from San Gimignano
to Rome. |
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