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Home > Adventures by Disney > Itineraries > 2008 Adventures by Disney - Italy

2008 Adventures by Disney
Italy Viva Italia

Discover the great cities and charming villages of Italy. Explore ancient wonders and Vatican City in Rome, delight in the dishes of Tuscany, marvel at Renaissance masterpieces in Florence and glide through the extraordinary canals of Venice.

 

Highlights

  • Tour ancient Rome
  • Vatican City and Sistine Chapel
  • Etruscan city of Orvieto in Umbria
  • Florence
  • The Academy and Michelangelo's "David"
  • Private Roman feast
  • Pasta making lessons
  • Three-night stay in a Tuscan villa
  • Authentic Tuscan BBQ
  • Adult's wine tasting
  • Family gondola ride
  • Disney movie
  • Bocce ball and swimming at the villa
  • Venetian mask making
  • Meet Marco Polo
  • Gelato tasting

Travel Dates (9 Days/8 Nights)

Value Season

  • Apr 13, 2008 - Apr 21, 2008
  • Apr 27, 2008 - May 05, 2008
  • May 04, 2008 - May 12, 2008
  • May 08, 2008 - May 16, 2008
  • Aug 28, 2008 - Sep 05, 2008
  • Sep 04, 2008 - Sep 12, 2008
  • Sep 11, 2008 - Sep 19, 2008*
  • Sep 14, 2008 - Sep 22, 2008
  • Sep 21, 2008 - Sep 29, 2008

Standard Season

  • May 15, 2008 - May 23, 2008
  • May 22, 2008 - May 30, 2008
  • May 29, 2008 - Jun 06, 2008
  • Aug 03, 2008 - Aug 11, 2008
  • Aug 07, 2008 - Aug 15, 2008
  • Aug 14, 2008 - Aug 22, 2008
  • Aug 24, 2008 - Sep 01, 2008
  • Sep 25, 2008 - Oct 03, 2008
  • Oct 02, 2008 - Oct 10, 2008
  • Oct 09, 2008 - Oct 17, 2008*
  • Oct 16, 2008 - Oct 24, 2008
  • Oct 19, 2008 - Oct 27, 2008

Peak Season

  • Jun 01, 2008 - Jun 09, 2008
  • Jun 08, 2008 - Jun 16, 2008
  • Jun 15, 2008 - Jun 23, 2008
  • Jun 19, 2008 - Jun 27, 2008
  • Jun 22, 2008 - Jun 30, 2008
  • Jun 26, 2008 - Jul 04, 2008
  • Jun 29, 2008 - Jul 07, 2008
  • Jul 06, 2008 - Jul 14, 2008
  • Jul 10, 2008 - Jul 18, 2008
  • Jul 13, 2008 - Jul 21, 2008
  • Jul 17, 2008 - Jul 25, 2008
  • Jul 24, 2008 - Aug 01, 2008
  • Jul 27, 2008 - Aug 04, 2008
  • Jul 31, 2008 - Aug 08, 2008

*Adults Only (18 and older).

 

Itinerary

Day One: Rome

Arrive in Rome
Upon exiting customs, you will be met by an Adventures by Disney representative who will escort you to your transfer vehicle. Relax as the driver assists with your luggage and escorts you to the Hotel Bernini Bristol.

Check into Hotel Bernini Bristol
Located in the heart of Rome, this gracious hotel was once visited by European royalty! Across the way is the Triton Fountain, created by the sculptor Bernini, and you are just steps away from the world-famous Via Veneto.

Welcome Reception and Dinner at Hotel
Meet the other families that will share the adventure! After a festive cocktail reception, gather together and enjoy your first of many mouthwatering Italian feasts.

Meal Included: Dinner


Day Two: Rome

Privately-Guided Tour of Rome
Learn the legends and relive the majesty of Rome's glorious past! Walk through history at the ancient Coliseum, the Forum and the Pantheon on a timeless journey your family will treasure forever.

Lunch at Rei degli Amici
Enjoy a leisurely lunch like the locals do. Break bread with your family and fellow travelers at an authentic Roman trattoria! Cap off your tour with a taste of heaven  Italian ice cream, called "gelato"!

Privately-Guided Walking Tour of Historic Rome
Follow an ancient road to the dazzling destinations in the city, from the famed Spanish Steps to the twinkling Trevi Fountain.

Dinner on Your Own
A marvelous meal is never far in Rome. Our Adventure Guides will be happy to make suggestions for a family feast to remember.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch


Day Three: Rome and Vatican City

Vatican City Museum and Sistine Chapel
Guided by an entertaining expert, travel through 50 generations of art and civilization at the Vatican City Museum. Our privately-guided visit includes the wondrous Sistine Chapel  a sight your family will never forget.

Lunch and Afternoon in Rome
It's your Roman holiday! Browse chic shops along the Via Corso, discover priceless treasures in a museum or trek through time in the ancient city. This afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish.

Group Dinner
Gather together with your fellow adventurers and share the stories of your day in the Eternal City! Enjoy this hearty feast, because tomorrow, you are off to the countryside!

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner


Day Four: Tuscany and Orvieto

Arrive at the Hotel Paggeria Medicea in Artimino
Welcome to the enchanting Tuscan villa that will be your home for the next few days. Explore the grounds and take a swim  there's magic around every turn!

Junior Adventurers' Dinner
At the villa, kids cut loose at their own dinner party with their favorite foods. In the meantime, adults can enjoy a quiet evening dining at the hotel restaurant.

Travel to Orvieto, Umbria
Travel in a motor coach to the glorious Umbrian and Tuscan countryside. Along the way, take an illuminating excursion to Orvieto, a medieval settlement crowned with a glorious Gothic cathedral!

Lunch and Shopping in Orvieto
Explore this charming village that seems frozen in time! Your Adventure Guides will be happy to make recommendations for a fabulous family afternoon.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
*Some departures stay at Appartamenti Nel Borgo Di Artimino


Day Five: Tuscany

Pasta-Making Class
Learn the long-held secrets of this mouth-watering region. Get the family together for a private pasta-making lesson in a real Italian kitchen!

Al Fresco Lunch at Cooking School
After your lesson, feast on the fruits of your labor at a delicious picnic in the heart of Tuscany!

Afternoon at the Villa
Live "la dolce vita" at your villa's estate! Get the family together for a swim or a game of bocce ball! Gather with your fellow adventurers and taste handcrafted olive oils, or just bask in the Tuscan sun.

Tuscan Barbeque Dinner
Tonight, celebrate with a traditional Tuscan barbeque dinner overlooking the gorgeous sunset countryside.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner


Day Six: Florence

Travel to Florence
After breakfast at the villa, board a luxury motor coach for a picturesque ride to the breathtaking city of Florence.

Florence Exploration
Share the timeless treasures of the Renaissance on a privately-guided exploration designed to enchant travelers of all ages. Marvel at Michelangelo's "David" and the city's famed Duomo.

Lunch in Florence
With the assistance of your Adventure Guides, enjoy a pleasant family lunch at a sidewalk café or an authentic pizzeria on your own.

Afternoon in Florence
Walk through the pages of history and discover the beauty of this magical metropolis. Shop for treasures at a bustling marketplace or marvel at great works of art in magnificent museums. The afternoon is yours to enjoy as you wish!

Dinner at the Villa
Tonight, celebrate your family's travels with dinner at the Borgo's incredible restaurant.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner


Day Seven: Venice

Eurostar Train to Venice
After a delightful breakfast at the villa, bid farewell to the countryside. Climb aboard the Eurostar train, recline in a firstclass cabin and relax on your way to dazzling Venice!

Gondola Tour
Upon your arrival in Venice, explore this "sinking" city where you travel by boat instead of car! You and your family are treated to an enchanting experience of exploring the canals from a gondola.

Piazza San Marco and Basilica
Bring history to life on a privately-guided, story-filled walking tour that illuminate the city's architectural treasures. Plus, you'll find a few surprises along the way!

Arrive at Hotel Dei Dogi
This five-star hotel has majestic chandeliers, enchanting frescoes and an internal garden!

Dinner on Your Own
Tonight, decide how your family would like to share a Venetian dinner — choose between gourmet restaurants, tempting trattorias or local favorites.

Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch


Day Eight: Venice

Walking Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, journey through this labyrinthine landscape on foot. Learn all the enchanting secrets and discover timeless treasures around every corner.

Venetian Carnevale Mask-Making
Meet a renowned mask-maker who showcases her dazzling disguises in a special experience for Adventures by Disney Guests! Then, get in touch with your creative side and construct a masquerade masterpiece of your own!

Afternoon in Venice
Now is the time to share a Venetian afternoon with your family. Shop in dazzling boutiques, browse through treasures at a museum or just delight in getting lost in the charming winding streets of this enchanting city.

Farewell Dinner
Toast to the magnificent adventure you've shared with your family and newfound friends. With delectable Italian dishes, lively entertainment and a few Disney surprises, this party celebrates the adventure of a lifetime!

Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner


Day Nine: Venice

Breakfast at the Hotel
Bid farewell to all your fellow adventurers, and enjoy one last meal on the shores of Venice.

Transfers to Airport or Train Station
Relax and enjoy your final moments in Italy, as we handle your luggage and arrange for transportation to the airport. Say "arrivederci" to your fellow adventurers until you return again!

Meal Included: Breakfast

Accommodations

  • Hotel Bernini Bristol - Nights 1, 2, & 3
  • Borgo Di Artimino OR Hotel Paggeria Medicea - Nights 4, 5, & 6
  • Hotel Dei Dogi - Nights 7 & 8

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