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Discover Medieval Italy
8 DAYS FROM £609
Once again Archers organisational skills coupled with the hard work of our Tour Director Christina made our holiday to Medieval Italy very enjoyable and memorable.
Visiting magnificent Assisi and St Francis Basilica with a local guide was amazing.
The town of Orvieto situated high on a rock face, (but thankfully easily reached due to the funicular railway and local bus) was unbelievable as nothing prepares you for the awe inspiring Duomo as you turn into the main square, the size, the details, the vividness of colours, the frescoes and mosaics all absolutely beautiful.
We have been on many wine tasting trips but the one included on this tour has to be the best. We visited a family concern in Montepulciano we were welcomed through their cellars and into a cavern, we were seated on a table of ten and after a brief introduction to their wines each table was given a bottle of white and red wine followed by a dessert wine, plus tasty Italian breads to dip into their famous Olive Oil. As you can imagine we were loathed to leave our wine tasting venue but the climb to the top of Montepulciano felt much easier somehow, and certainly the drive back to our Hotel was quite quiet.
Our second week was spent in Limone on Lake Garda amongst wonderful scenery.
One of the most natural and beautiful sights of Italy are the fields of bright yellow sunflowers which follow the sun through to the end of the day and turn to wait for the sun rise again.
We always meet so many different and interesting people on our holidays some become long lasting letter writing friends other we remember as acquaintances who contribute to our holiday memories.
We have already booked two holidays with you for this year, the first in June to the Douro Valley in Portugal and also China The Middle Kingdom in September, a holiday we have been talking about for a long time but is now going to be a reality.
We know that we can rely on Archers to provide good customer care and excellent logistical organisation so that we don't have to worry about anything other than having another truly memorable holiday.
Our tour guide was Danilo and he was charming with endless patience and good local knowledge. The itinerary was excellent and we have many wonderful memories of breathtaking views from the hilltop towns, in particular Pienza was ravishing and the climb up to the Duomo in Urbino was worth it! The trip to the wine tasting in Montepulciano was wonderful and the people so hospitable everyone on the coach thought it was a perfect day out.
The last night in Venice was so lovely and we were lucky to have a warm balmy evening for our walking tour and Dinner - none of us wanted the evening to end especially when we were walking back through St Mark's Square and the orchestras were playing and people were dancing - we were reluctant to get back into our water taxi - hence the patience of our guide Danilo!
It was all fabulous and I have been watching the BBC's 'Top to Toe of Italy' with Francesco Da Mosta and the programme on Tuscany was great because we had just been there on your tour (I thought ours was better though!)
We stayed at Hotel Ave in Chianciano Terme and the staff were all so friendly and helpful - it's hard choosing a hotel when you don't know the area but the location of The Ave was just right for us to get out and about - the food was very good too!
Our thanks to everyone who organised the Tour - it was wonderful! Our only problem is choosing where to go next.
The exquisite beauty of medieval Italy unfurls before you on this marvellous tour of the historic, honey-coloured highlights of Tuscany and Umbria.
Included Highlights worth £70
San Marino City sightseeing
Assisi City sightseeing
Lake Trasimeno Scenic drive
Orvieto Visit cathedral
Todi Visit
Arezzo Visit
Pienza and Montepulciano Wine tasting
Urbino Visit
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Venice - UK
Accommodation as per hotel details
Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 6 dinners (D)
Professional tour director on tour and local representative in resort
Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
Transfers between overseas airport and hotel
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Venice.
Fly to Venice where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay. (D)
DAY 2: Venice - San Marino - Chianciano.
We drive south across the delta of the River Po, arriving close to the shores of the Adriatic Sea for an included tour with local guide of the capital of San Marino, Europe's smallest republic. This fascinating clifftop city boasts three fairytale castles and a stunning, impeccably restored centre. In the afternoon we journey west to Chianciano, an elegant Tuscan town with its own thermal spa and handsome parks, where we will stay for the next five nights. (B, D)
DAY 3: Assisi - Lake Trasimeno
This morning enjoy a half-day excursion, with local guide, to pink-stoned Assisi. The birthplace of St Francis, Assisi is home to a myriad of fine historic monuments, most notably the St Francis Basilica, where the Saint is buried and which is best known for its exquisite frescoes by Giotto. On the way back to Chianciano, we will stop by the shores of Lake Trasimeno, one of Umbria's best loved beauty spots. (B, D)
DAY 4: Orvieto and Todi.
Another day sampling the delights of Umbria's rich cultural past, with a full day excursion to spectacular Orvieto, which sits astride a volcanic rock and is crowned by its magnificent Duomo, lavishly decorated with intricate mosaics, sculptures and frescoes. Later onto Todi for a visit of its charming medieval town. (B, D)
DAY 5: Arezzo.
Today a visit to one of Tuscany's jewels, the honey-coloured town of Arezzo, with its sloping Piazza Grande, fresco-painted church of San Francesco and 1st-century Roman amphitheatre. (B, D)
DAY 6: Pienza - Montepulciano.
A chance to spend the morning relaxing in elegant Chianciano and enjoying its stylish shops, parks and spas at your leisure. In the afternoon we travel to Pienza, a fine Renaissance town known for its cathedral and stunning central Palazzo. From there, to Montepulciano, a hilltop town famed for its ruby-red wine, where you can enjoy a wine tasting session and linger in its captivating main square to admire the Renaissance palaces and duomo. (B, D)
DAY 7: Urbino - Venice area.
Morning journey to Venice area, with a stop at enchanting Urbino, birthplace of Raphael, en route. Stay overnight in the Venice area and round off your tour in style with an optional dinner and evening out in Venice. (B)
DAY 8: Venice - UK.
Transfer to Venice airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
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Accommodation on Tour
Venice area: Sirio at Mestre (3*).
Chianciano Terme and your choice of hotels
Chianciano is one of Italy's best-known spas. Located in south-eastern Tuscany and surrounded by gentle hillside country. It was already known for the healing powers of its springs during Roman times. The town itself is elegantly built and offers all amenities; shops, cafes, restaurants and discos. There is also an old medieval part of town still surrounded by ancient walls. Chianciano is located halfway between Lake Trasimeno to the east and the Val d'Orcia to the west.
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View Holiday PhotosMichelangelo
A very pleasant hotel set in beautiful countryside and surrounded by 4 hectares of park and pine woods - the perfect recipe for a relaxing holiday.
Location: Close to the centre of Chianciano, only 600 metres away, and reached by a pleasant walk or the free shuttle service.
Facilities: Swimming pool; sunbeds and parasols; floodlit tennis courts; large panoramic terrace with solarium; sauna; TV room with English language channels; snack bar; lounge bar; restaurant; lift; telephone and minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath and wc; balcony; air-conditioning; satellite TV; cable radio and safety deposit box.
Options: Single room.
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View Holiday PhotosPresident
The President is a well-established hotel. Inside is modern and relaxing with all the comforts you would expect from a 3 star establishment.
Location: In a stunning location surrounded by public gardens and trees and commanding glorious countryside views over Valdichiana.
Facilities: Rooftop swimming pool with solarium; sunbeds; restaurant; local and international cuisine; 2 American bars; TV room with English language channels; occasional evening dance; garden; lift; telephone and minibar in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with bath, shower and wc; air-conditioning (May-Sep); satellite TV; safety deposit box and balcony.
Options: Single room.
Official category: 3 star.
Holiday Extensions
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View Holiday PhotosAdd Eastern Mediterranean Cruise - 7 Extra nights from £546
Why not extend your stay with a fantastic cruise on the Eastern Mediterranean on the cruise ship MSC Musica?
On day 8 (Sun) of your tour you will be transferred to the port in Venice to meet the MSC Musica. After your cruise you will transfer to Venice airport for your flight home. -
View Holiday PhotosAdd a week in Lake Garda - 7 Extra nights from £170
After your leisurely tour, why not stay on for a relaxing week by beautiful Lake Garda? You can extend your holiday with a week in any of the hotels in Lake Garda. If the price for the combination of your choice is not shown on this page please ask your reservations advisor for details.
On day 8 (Sun) of your tour you will be transferred to the hotel of your choice for a week's stay before returning to Venice airport for your flight home. -
View Holiday PhotosAdd a week in Lido di Jesolo - 7 Extra nights from £100
After your leisurely tour, why not stay on for a relaxing week by the popular beach resort of Lido di Jesolo?
You can extend your holiday with a week in any of the hotels in Lido di Jesolo . If the price for the combination of your choice is not shown on this page please ask your reservations advisor for details.
On day 8 (Sun) of your tour you will be transferred to the hotel of your choice for a week's stay before returning to Venice airport for your flight home.
Accommodation on Extensions
Add Eastern Mediterranean Cruise - 7 Extra nights from £546
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View Deck PlansMSC Musica
Your cruise ship, the Italian owned MSC Musica, was built specifically for MSC Cruises and launched in June 2006. This elegant ship has been designed with unmistakeable Italian style décor, fully equipped with the highest quality materials and luxurious amenities to guarantee you cruise in comfort. On board, you will find a long-standing dedication to hospitality and service, in a warm and friendly environment.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Sun deck; 2 swimming pools; 9 bars; 2 poolside bars; theatre; shopping gallery; fitness centre; spa area; hairdresser; beauty centre; foreign exchange; laundry service; library and internet café.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. There are 4 restaurants on board, serving the finest international cuisine with a number of Italian speciality choices as well. Main dining is in two restaurants, however, in addition there is 1 cafeteria and 1 à la carte restaurant.
Cabins
All cabins have twin or double beds; some cabins may have upper bunks for additional travelling companions; air-conditioning/heating; TV; telephone; radio; minibar; safe; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a category 2 inside cabin or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
2 Twin/double inside lower deck cabin
3 Twin/double inside upper deck cabin
4 Twin/double outside lower deck cabin
6 Twin/double outside lower deck cabin with balcony
11 Twin/double outside upper deck cabin with balcony
Tipping
It is customary to tip staff on board that give a personal service. In order to help, a sum of approximately 9 euros per person will be added as a fixed amount to your cashless account on a daily basis. This gratuity will be shared amongst the staff. This is of course discretionary and should you wish to make adjustments, you may do so by contacting the guest reception desk at any point during your cruise.
Add a week in Lake Garda - 7 Extra nights from £170
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View Holiday PhotosAstoria
A friendly welcome awaits you at this relaxing family-run hotel, where you can enjoy beautiful views over the lake from the bar and terrace.
Location: Situated across the road from a pebble beach; shops, bars and restaurants are 3 kilometres away in the resort centre.
Facilities: Swimming pool surrounded by gardens with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar (Jun-Sep); restaurant; lounge bar serving snacks, with TV area; bicycle hire; lift; safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; hairdryer; TV with English channels; balcony.
Options: Single room.
Official category: 3 star.
Special offers: Free use of bicycles when available; bottle of wine in room for all bookings made before 15 March 2008. -
View Holiday PhotosSplendid Palace
Located in an idyllic setting amidst old lemon groves with spectacular views over Limone and across the lake to Malcesine.
Location: Situated 300 metres up the hill from Limone village centre.
Facilities: Two swimming pools with free sunbeds and parasols, one overlooking the lake and one close to the lake, indoor pool with whirlpool and sauna; pool bar; restaurant; sun terrace with bar service; lounge bar; TV area; lifts; live music weekly; safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony; lake view; air-conditioning (Jun-Aug); TV; telephone.
Options: Single room with balcony and lake view; junior suite with jacuzzi.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: A choice of local wine, beer or soft drinks, all on draught, included during dinner; complimentary afternoon tea or coffee and biscuits (from 4-5pm); candlelit Gala dinner and live music once a week; complimentary bottle of sparkling wine for all bookings made before 28 February 2008. -
View Holiday PhotosSole
With a fantastic location right on the lakefront in the heart of Riva del Garda, the Sole offers comfortable accommodation. Enjoy a drink on the waterfront café and watch the world go by.
Location: The hotel Sole has a central location in the pedestrian zone just off the main square and near to shops and restaurants, 50 metres from Piazza Garibaldi.
Facilities: Roof terrace; restaurant with regional and national specialities; air-conditioned bar; lounge; mountain bikes (deposit) and lifts.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower; wc; air-conditioning (15 Jun-15 Sep); hairdryer; satellite TV and safety deposit box.
Options: Balcony and lake view; single room.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offers: Free use of mountain bikes when available; 1 free sauna or solarium session per stay. -
View Holiday PhotosMajestic Palace
plusThis large traditional hotel, formerly known as the 'Don Pedro', has a peaceful atmosphere, and is set in beautiful surroundings amidst lush gardens and olive groves. Extensively refurbished, a new wing houses the brand new deluxe rooms.
Location: 1.5km from resort centre, bars and restaurants; 2km to beach; 500 metres to cable car.
Facilities: Pool; free sunbeds and parasols; indoor pool; buffet restaurant (dress code: men must wear long trousers to dinner); lounge bar serving snacks; TV bar; lifts; shuttle bus to Malcesine (charge); safety deposit box in bedrooms; table tennis; pool table; volleyball; tennis court (racquet hire available); minigolf; gym; sauna.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with wc and bath or shower; balcony; fridge; air-conditioning (high season); satellite TV; hairdryer.
Options: Sole occupancy with balcony or terrace; deluxe room with balcony or terrace.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offer: A choice of local wine, beer or soft drinks, all on draught, during dinner; free tea/coffee and biscuits 4-5pm; candlelit gala dinner and live music once a week.
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View Holiday PhotosRoyal
This comfortable hotel is in a peaceful location close to the lake and the waterside promenade.
Location: Close to bars and restaurants; 200 metres from the shore of the lake and 1.5 kilometres from the centre of Riva.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; sun terrace; bar; restaurant; live music once a week; lift; safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; hairdryer; satellite TV; telephone; air-conditioning (15 Jun-15 Sep).
Options: Balcony; single room.
Official category: 3 star.
Add a week in Lido di Jesolo - 7 Extra nights from £100
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View Holiday PhotosD'Annunzio
A traditional family run hotel that is close to the beach and renowned for its hospitality.
Location: Situated on one of Lido di Jesolo's main streets just to the south of the main resort centre. The sandy beach is 100 metres away and there are shops, bars and cafés close by.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free deckchairs and parasols; lounge bar; pavement café and bar area; restaurant; small TV area; private section of beach with free deckchairs and parasols; lift.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room, with shower or bath and wc and safety deposit box.
Options: Balcony; full board; single room.
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View Holiday PhotosKennedy
A pleasant and friendly hotel on the main shopping street very close to the beach.
Location: The sandy beach is only 50 metres away; a selection of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants are just outside the hotel which itself is situated close to Piazza Milano, at the quieter end of the resort.
Facilities: Swimming pool with sunbeds and parasols; private beach with free deck chairs and parasols; restaurant; terrace snack bar; lounge bar with satellite TV; lift; satellite TV, safety deposit box and air-conditioning (charge) in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc and balcony.
Options: Side sea view.
Official category: 3 star. -
View Holiday PhotosPrincipe Palace
A family run hotel with excellent standards of accommodation and service. The rooftop pool offers great views to the sea and across the resort.
Location: Facing the Piazza Mazzini with an abundance of cafés, shops and restaurants right outside; 150 metres from the beach.
Facilities: Rooftop swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar; private section of beach; restaurant; lounge bar; table tennis; lifts; 18-hole golf course nearby (20% discount); occasional evening entertainment in high season; fridge and safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony; satellite TV; air-conditioning (Jun-Sep); hairdryer.
Options: Single room (on request).
Official category: 4 star.
Special offer: Free use of bicycles when available.
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