First Presbyterian/France & Italy

June 5th         

Today you depart the United States on your overnight flight to Europe.  Naturally, meals will be served and optional in flight entertainment will be offered. 

 

June 6th 

Upon arriving in Paris, you will be met by your coach and tour leader for transfer to your hotel. Paris waits to greet you with all of the charm and the elegance for which it is famous.  The Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees, and Place de la Concorde are among a few of the important sights this “City of Light” has to offer.  Dinner is included.

 

June 7th

Begin today with a guided tour of the city.  This afternoon will be defined by a sojourn to the Louvre, home to some of humanity’s greatest artistic masterpieces including the Venus de Milo, Winged Victory and Mona Lisa.

 

June 8th

Today is dedicated to sightseeing with your tour leader to such sites as Notre Dame, Sacre Coeur and more.   Tonight an ascent of the Eiffel Tower and a Seine River Cruise is planned.

June 9th

This morning you will bid farewell to Paris as you board a flight to Rome. Upon arrival you will enjoy a visit to Capo di Bove, an ancient villa, en-route to your hotel.

 

June 10th

Dedicate today to discovering area points of interest with your tour leader to include such sights as the Coliseum,  Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and much more.

 

June 11th

Begin today with a guided tour of the city including a visit to the Forum.  This afternoon a guided visit to the Vatican museums including St. Peter’s Basilica and the Sistine chapel is planned.

 

June 12th

A fabulous excursion is planned to Florence.  On arrival you will enjoy a guided tour of the city including a visit to the Academia.  After lunch (included),  this afternoon is dedicated to sightseeing with your tour leader where you may optionally wish to visit such sights as the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, or stroll along the Ponte Vecchio to browse the gold and silver shops before returning to Rome this evening.  Your day will culminate with a farewell dinner before departing Florence and returning to Rome.

June 13th

Bid arrivederci! to Itaila and return to USA with fond memories to last a lifetime.