b'RomeItalian ExplorerExplore the heart of classical Italy, discover the ancient imperial relics of Rome,the artistic treasures of Florence and the striking Leaning Tower of Pisa, as well as the Floating City of Venice.10 DAYS FROM INCLUDED IN THE PRICE1,599 pp UK Tour Manager from start to finishAll transfers by rail and coach9 nights 3 and 4* hotel accommodation with 2023 DEPARTURES IN: breakfast each day and 5 dinners APR, MAY, SEP, OCT All ExcursionsDays 1-3: London, Padova & Venice cicchetti. This Venetian form of tapas is the perfect snack Take the Eurostar to Paris and continue to Lyon, whereto enjoy with a Bellini, a Prosecco and peach cocktail that you spend the night. Nestled on the banks of the Rhneoriginates from Venice. and Sane, Lyon is Frances second largest city. On Day 2, travel to the university city of Padova, your base for twoDays 4-5: Romenights and one of the oldest cities in northern Italy. With itsAfter a little free time to discover Padova in the morning, frescoed Scrovegni Chapel, 13th-century Basilica and Oldyou travel onwards to Rome. Discover the wonders of Town filled with stylish cafs, Padova is steeped in history.ancient Rome on a guided walking tour on Day 5, starting at the mighty Colosseum. The magnificent structure is an Travel by train to the nearby Floating City of Venice on Dayincredible sight to see up close, and still contains original 3. Enjoy a tour of the elegant citys main sights, includingpathways, corridors and passages used by gladiators to vibrant St Marks Square and the stunning Basilica. The restenter the arena. Continue to the Forum, a former civic of the day is free for you to explore Venice at your owncentre of Roman public life. You also see the remarkable pace. Perhaps take a gondola ride along the Grand Canal.Trevi Fountain, a favourite among tourists and Romans Or, take a relaxed stroll exploring the narrow alleywaysalike, and the largest Baroque fountain in the world. Your and grand squares, where local bars and restaurants offertour ends at Piazza Navonna, and you spend the rest of the 26 ITALY CALL US ON 01904 734936 OR VISIT RAILDISCOVERIES.COM FOR MORE DETAILS'