Select holiday type:
Please select the type of holiday which interests you.
Tours: All - A selection of our classic worldwide coaching holidays with multiple overnight stops.
Tours: Platinum Tourer - A selection of our excellent European and US touring holidays taken in a luxury coach.
Tours: Leisurely Pace - The leisurely pace tours visit multiple destinations within an area, with 1 overnight venue where nights are spent.
Cruises: All - Choose one of our superb cruise holidays.
Cruises: Rivers - See a selection of our river based cruises.
Cruises: UK Port Departures - Cruise holidays that start at UK Ports.
Classic Rail Holidays: We offer a choice of amazing rail journeys from Canadian Rocky Mountaineer, Trans Siberian Express and the Swiss Glacier Express.
Multi Center Holidays: Leisurely paced holiday taking in a number of cities or sights.
Resort: Enjoy an relaxing organised resort holiday.
Short Breaks: City Breaks let you have your holiday at your own pace with all your transport, accommodation and meals organised for you.
Select your search category:
Please select the next way of searching through our list of holidays.
Example: if you know you want to:
- go to a particular continent, select 'Continents', or
- depart from a certain airport, select 'UK departure airport', or
- see a particular landmark, select 'Landmarks and Attractions'
Select your search keyword:
Quick search
Browse All Holidays By
Venice, Umbria & Tuscany
8 DAYS FROM £689
We chose this tour (Venice, Tuscany, Umbria & Elba) because it included visits to a large number of the major tourist attractions of the region - in this it certainly lived up to all our expectations. There were so many highlights, its impossible to mention them all!!
This holiday was everything and more that we'd hoped for - an unforgettable cultural experience, a photographer's dream and a chance to really appreciate the magic that is Italy. I can't wait to go back!
A captivating tour through Italy's cultural heartland, from the rolling hills of Tuscany to the amazing city of canals.
Holiday highlights
Venice Canal boat ride, city sightseeing & glass-blowing demonstration
Perugia Visit
Assisi Visit
Todi Visit
Lake Trasimeno Scenic drive
Siena Sightseeing
San Gimignano Visit
Chianti Valley Wine tasting
Pisa Square of Miracles
Lucca Visit
Pistoia Visit
Florence Walking sightseeing tour
Your Price Includes
Flights: UK - Venice - UK
Accommodation on tour in twin room with private facilities
Meals on tour 7 breakfasts (B) and 5 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 hotels
All local and airport taxes/service charges
Single share option (on tour only) no supplement to pay
Holiday Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Venice area.
Fly to Venice where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay. (D)
DAY 2: Venice (included sightseeing) - Perugia.
There is nowhere quite like the beautiful city of Venice, rising from a vast lagoon and packed with famous sights like the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. The day begins with our included sightseeing tour of this amazing city, with a boat ride along the Giudecca Canal, the visit of St. Mark's Basilica and a glass-blowing demonstration. In the afternoon drive along the Adriatic coast to the lovely and historic town of Perugia, a former Etruscan stronghold, for two nights. (B, D)
DAY 3: Perugia - Included excursion to Assisi and Todi.
In the morning set off for an included excursion to the lovely hilltop town of Assisi, home of St. Francis, before continuing into the heart of Umbria to the medieval town of Todi, perched on a tall two-breasted hill overlooking the east bank of the Tiber River and commanding distant views in every direction. Its piazza is one of the most picturesque in Italy and is often used as a movie set. Return to Perugia in the late afternoon. (B)
DAY 4: Perugia - Lake Trasimeno - Siena.
Today say goodbye to Perugia and continue to the shores of picturesque Lake Trasimeno, site of a famous battle between Hannibal's forces and the Romans. In the afternoon carry on to Siena, one of Italy's architectural and historic jewels. This is an exquisite city with well preserved medieval streets converging on the glorious, semi-circular Piazza del Campo, famous for its Palio horse race. (B, D)
DAY 5: Siena - San Gimignano - Chianti Valley - Montecatini.
More vistas today of gentle hills dotted with olive groves and cypress trees as we drive to the hilltop town of San Gimignano with its trademark towers and then through the rolling vineyards of the Chianti valley, where we will have a chance to taste some of the world famous wine. Later it's on to Montecatini in the Tuscan hills for the next three nights. (B, D)
DAY 6: Montecatini. Included excursion to Pisa, Lucca and Pistoia
A full day to discover more Tuscan treasures that simply cannot be missed: Pisa, with its Square of Miracles, site of the Leaning Tower; Lucca, renowned for its silkware, magnificent churches and medieval fortifications; Pistoia, an ancient city famed for its ironwork and its architectural highlights including the Romanesque cathedral, the Palazzo del Comune and a hospital dating back to 1277. (B)
DAY 7: Florence. Included sightseeing.
The Tuscan capital is like a big open air museum, packed with art and architecture from the glory days of the Renaissance. With a full day to explore the wonderful city of the Medicis, we'll be spoilt for choice. Your included guided walking tour of the historical centre will take us to most of the sightseeing highlights including Piazza Santa Croce, Piazza Signoria, the Palazzo Vecchio, the magnificent Duomo with the cupola designed by Brunelleschi, the Battistero and the Campanile di Giotto. There will also be a chance of bargain hunting at one of Florence's famous leather shops. (B, D)
DAY 8: Montecatini - Venice area - UK.
Take your last glimpses of Tuscany before heading to Venice airport and your flight to the UK. (B)
Check prices and availability for this holiday
Accommodation on Tour
Venice Area: Sirio at Mestre (3*) or Poppi at Mira (4*); Perugia: Ilgo (3*); Siena: Italia (3*); Montecantini: Minerva Palace (4*).
Holiday Extensions
-
View Holiday PhotosAdd Eastern Mediterranean Cruise - 7 Extra nights from £544
Why not extend your stay with a fantastic cruise of 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 Lido di Jesolo - 7 Extra nights from £110
Why not extend your holiday beside the beach in Lido di Jesolo.
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.
You can extend your holiday with a week in any of the hotels in Lido di Jesolo. If the price combination of your choice is not shown on this page please ask your reservations advisor for details. -
View Holiday PhotosAdd a week in Lake Garda - 7 Extra nights from £176
Why not extend your holiday by beautiful Lake Garda. 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.
You can extend your holiday with a week in any of the hotels in Lake Garda . If the price combination of your choice is not shown on this page please ask your reservations advisor for details.
Accommodation on Extensions
Add Eastern Mediterranean Cruise - 7 Extra nights from £544
-
View Holiday Photos
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 Lido di Jesolo - 7 Extra nights from £110
-
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.
Official category: 3 star. -
View Holiday PhotosCambridge
With an excellent location on the seafront, the Cambridge is a stylish hotel with a friendly atmosphere.
Location: Set on the golden-sandy beach of Jesolo, 5 minutes walk from the Piazza Mazzini.
Facilities: Swimming pool with small whirlpool; sunbeds for hire and parasols; private section of beach with free chairs and parasols; restaurants; pool bar; snack bar by terrace; lifts; Gala night and live music (Saturday in high season); fridge and safety deposit box in bedrooms.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower and wc; balcony; side sea view; air-conditioning (Jun-Aug); hairdryer and satellite TV.
Options: Single room (on request); full board.
Official category: 4 star.
Special offer: 20% discount on green fees for Jesolo golf course. -
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.
Add a week in Lake Garda - 7 Extra nights from £176
-
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 PhotosVilla al Mulino
Set in the centre of the resort of Garda this attractive hotel was once part of an old watermill and has retained its traditional atmosphere, whilst offering a good choice of modern amenities.
Location: 400 metres to the shingle beach and 200 metres to shops, bars and restaurants.
Facilities: Swimming pool with free sunbeds and parasols; pool bar; restaurant; TV room; lifts; evening entertainment programme and live music four times a week.
Price includes: Half board in a twin room with shower; wc; TV; hairdryer and air-conditioning (27 May-12 Sep, 2pm-9am only). Note. Guests may at times be allocated rooms with balcony.
Options: Single room; balcony guaranteed.
Official category: 3 star. -
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 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.
View My Holiday Photos
|
NO HIDDEN EXTRAS: All
prices shown include ALL compulsory charges (Fuel Supplement,
Air Passenger Duty & Flight Supplement where applicable)
Book with confidence: We are members of ABTA and all our holidays are financially protected by the Civil Aviation Authority under the ATOL scheme. |
|||||||
|
