Florence, Siena & the Treasures of Tuscany
View some of the finest cities in Europe throughout the unique beautiful country of Italy in our Italy destination guide
Departing 16th October 2010 direct from Newquay Cornwall Airport
Enjoy a wonderful chance to relax in a rolling land of vineyards and olive groves, clusters of dark cypress trees and ancient hill-top towns. One of Italy's most attractive regions, Tuscany offers a magical blend of unspoiled scenic beauty, history, culture and fine food and wine. The spa-resort of Chianciano Terme, 60 miles from Florence, boasts a wonderful climate. It comprises two settlements: the old hill-town and the modern spa town below it, and offers some excellent shops as well as many small gelaterie, bars, cafes and restaurants.
What is included in the price:
- Return flights from your local airport to Naples
- Return airport-to-hotel transfers
- Seven nights' half-board accommodation at your chosen hotel
- A full-day visit to Florence
- A visit to Siena and San Gimignano
- The services of a Newmarket Tour Manager
- Government taxes and service charges
Tour Codes: NFO TQA 12/AGT
| Flight Information | Departure Dates | Hotel Plaza | Hotel Patria |
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| Newquay - Naples | 16th Oct 2010 | £649.00 | £740.00 |
Flight Details: Outbound: 1300/1615 Return: 1800/1930
Important note about flight timings
The flight information shown is an indication of what we expect, but is not confirmed at this time. We will send you confirmed flight timings and confirmation of airline with your Joining Instructions approximately two weeks prior to departure.
Throughout your stay in Italy the excursions included in the price are as follows:
- Siena: which is one of the most perfectly preserved medieval cities in Europe - its centrepiece the shell-shaped piazza where the traditional 'Palio' horse race is held each year. From here, we head to spectacular, hill-top San Gimignano, with its beautiful towers, medieval walls and cathedral.
- Florence: Revel in the wonders of Florence, Italy's beautiful Renaissance capital. See the magnificent Florentine skyline, explore Santa Croce and cross the medieval Ponte Vecchio. For art lovers, the Accademia houses Michelangelo's peerless statue of David, and the Uffizi, Botticelli's exquisite 'Birth of Venus' (gallery entrances payable locally).
There are also some convenient optional excursions these include:
- Rome: A trip to the Eternal City, Rome. Discover the Vatican, St Peter's Basilica, Michelangelo's sublime Sistine Chapel ceiling, the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Afterwards, you're free to soak up the atmosphere of the city that gave us "la dolce vita".
- Chianti-shire: Discover the delights of 'Chianti-shire', a region of rolling hills and walled towns usually bathed in golden sunlight. Visit ancient Castelnuovo Berardenga; beautiful, fortified Monteriggioni; and Radda in the region's very heart. You'll also have opportunities for wine tasting and sampling local delicacies at two working Chianti vineyards.
- Umbria: Travel to ancient Perugia in neighbouring Umbria. Stroll its famous people-watching street, the Corso Vannucci, and see its cathedral and medieval centre before heading on to Assisi, birthplace of Italy's patron Saint, and home to Umbria's greatest glory - the magnificent Basilica.
Call your local ABTA Travel Agent or Alternatively, you can call Newmarket Holidays on 0845 226 7742. Calls charged at local UK rates
For further information and to book online, please use the following link: Newmarket Holidays booking and information
Also sold through our local Travel Agents who stock Newmarket brochures
Wicker's World Travel
tel. 01637 875255
www.wickersworldtravel.co.uk/
Newell's Travel
tel. 01326 312620
www.newellstravel.co.uk/
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