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FEBRUARY – NOVEMBER 2023
SINCE 1945
E S C O R T E D & I N D E P E N D E N T J O U R N E Y S
“YOU KNOW THAT VOICE IN YOUR
HEAD TELLING YOU TO TR AVEL? LISTEN TO IT.
BECAUSE , 10 YEARS FROM NOW YOU’LL
WISH YOU HAD.”
FOR 78 YEARS.
A LOVE AFFAIR WITH ITALY.
JOSEPH PERILLO, FOU ND ER STEVE PERILLO, MR . ITALY J R .
MARIO PERILLO, MR . ITALY
The story of Perillo Tours begins with Joseph in what would become his first Italy tour.
Perillo, an Italian attorney from Naples who The tour was all inclusive, thus eliminating
TABLE OF CONTENTS
immigrated to the United States in 1925. surprise expenses far away from home. The Why Perillo to Italy? 3
Joseph founded Perillo Tours in 1945 in a concepts of ‘escorted’ and ‘all inclusive,’
Italy Travel Tips 4
modest Bronx storefront in a section still were to become the hallmarks of Perillo’s
called “Little Italy.” travel offerings to this day. Perillo Tour Guides 5
Our Restaurants & Hotels 6–7
He started his company to satisfy the Perillo Tours grew to become the largest NEW! Flavors of Italy 8–9
growing needs of the large Italian immigrant Italian ethnic agency in New York City. The 12 DAYS — Rome, Perugia, Florence, Bologna
population who settled in America after World local Italian radio stations rang out with Italy North Classic 10 – 11
War II. It was an ethnic Italian travel agency as the Perillo slogan—Chi viaggia con Perillo, 14 DAYS — Rome, Sorrento, Florence,
well as a community center of business and viaggia tranquillo. (When you travel with Venice, Milan
social services. Perillo, you travel in tranquility.) Mario Vesuvius Tour 12 – 13
had a knack for marketing and was an 10 DAYS — Rome, Sorrento, Florence
Joseph would provide immigration services, early adapter of modern advertising tools, Marco Polo Tour 14 – 15
translations, foreign exchange, and food parcels culminating in his national TV commercials 10 DAYS — Venice, Florence, Rome
to post for Italy. Their main-stay service was as “Mr. Italy.” South & Sicily 16 – 17
steamship, and later, airline tickets for those 12 DAYS — Rome, Amalfi, Taormina, Palermo
who hungered to go back to their motherland. Today, Mario’s son, Steve Perillo drives the North Continental 18 – 19
3rd generation, maintaining Perillo Tours’ 12 DAYS — Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome
About 6 months after Joe opened up shop, preeminent position in the travel industry. Rome & The Amalfi Coast 20 – 21
Mario Perillo, joined his father in business. While offering a variety of escorted, 9 DAYS — Rome, Amalfi
During the next 15 years, Mario worked with independent and custom group vacations Wonders of Northern Italy 22 – 23
the company, graduated from NY Law School around the world, Italy continues to be Perillo’s 11 DAYS — Rome, Bologna, Rapallo, Stresa
and practiced law at the same Bronx location. flagship destination and their “first love.” Rome & Tuscany Tour 24 – 25
Mario’s first taste of the travel business 9 DAYS — Rome, Florence
was the Catholic “Holy Year” of 1950 when Flights to Italy,
he convinced 200 people to sail for Naples Terms & Conditions 26 – 27
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WHY PERILLO TO ITALY?
CR E D IT: PA M E L A SAVI N O
CR AFTING ITALY UNMATCHED MEAL SERVICE
TOURS FOR 78 YEARS BREAKFAST: Full American-style breakfast PERILLO
Perillo’s itineraries have been honed and crafted
with the ideal balance of sightseeing, free time,
daily including cereals, eggs, croissants,
bread, sausages, bacon, cheeses, yogurt, TOURS IS THE
optional activities and relaxation. Our itineraries
are often imitated, but never surpassed!
fruit juices and more.
DINNER: Serving the best regional cuisine
LEADING
SM ALLER GROUPS
and wines including pasta, choice of entrées,
vegetables, dessert and coffee.
EXPERT TO
Our group sizes are small and friendly. Our
congenial groups result in lifetime friendships, BEVERAGES: One bottle of great regional
wine per couple, soda, beer and mineral water
ITALY.
regular alumni parties and even marriages. THERE ISN’T ANYTHING WE
Italy, after all, is the land of romance! (for those who do not drink wine) and caffè.
CAN’T DO! JUST ASK US…
ITALY’S BEST TOUR LEADERS VINEYARD VISITS
AND WINE TASTINGS • Escorted Tours
In Italy, being accepted as a Perillo Tour guide
Several of our tours feature a visit to a • Customized Individual
is recognized as the pinnacle of achievement
in our industry. They’re simply the best. popular Italian vineyard and wine cantina. Vacations
You’ll learn Italian wine making techniques • Independent Packages
MORE LEGROOM and, of course, you’ll sample the results!
• Customized Group Tours
Our deluxe, state-of-the-art motorcoaches now
AIRPORT TRANSFERS IN ITALY • Villa Rentals
have EXTRA legroom for your touring comfort.
FOR ALL GUESTS • Weddings & Honeymoons
CENTRALLY-LOCATED HOTELS Whether you buy your air ticket to Italy from
All of our tours feature excellent 4-star and Perillo Tours or on your own, we’re happy
to offer free round-trip airport transfers at Visit us at PerilloTours.com,
5-star, centrally-located hotels. We have close
scheduled times, provided you arrive and call 1-800-431-1515 or see your
relationships with each hotel manager and
depart on scheduled tour days. professional travel agent.
they are well aware of the importance of each
Perillo Tour guest.
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I TA LY T R AV E L T I P S
Photo Credit: Dawn Malloy Photo Credit: Francesca Forniti
SOME THINGS YOU D R E S S CO D E : Everyone must have knees and shoulders
covered when entering churches. Take this into account
SHOULD KNOW BEFORE when visiting religious sites, especially in the Vatican.
Practical shoes are a must for all those cobblestoned streets.
VISITING ITALY: E AT LI K E A LO CA L : No pasta dish is complete
without the act of “fare la scarpetta”—(literally “make a
little shoe”) and mop up the leftover sauce on your plate.
G R E ETI N G : Don’t say “ciao” to everyone. Yes, CIAO It’s a widely used dinner ritual in Italy. This is why bread is
means hello and goodbye but many Italians—especially usually left on tables in restaurants. Butter and oil is NOT
older generations—think of “ciao” as too casual when served with bread in Italy.
you are addressing someone you don’t know personally.
Another greeting you can use is “Salve” and “buongiorno” R E S E A RCH LO CA L S PE CIA LTI E S: Italy is made up
if it’s morning or “buona sera” if it’s evening. of 20 regions, each with its own local specialties. Although
Pizza comes from Naples, you can get it anywhere in Italy—
H OT E L S N E E D YO U R PA S S P O RT W H E N YO U but it won’t be as good! The more you learn about Regional
CH E CK I N : Italian law requires all hotels to register specialties, the better your eating experience will be.
guests with local police. They’ll return your passport to
you the same day or morning after. CO F F E E ETI Q U ET T E : Cappuccino is considered a
breakfast coffee and is never drunk later than mid-morning.
TIPPIN G IS N OT TH E SA M E AS IN TH E U. S .: The classic Italian caffè is an espresso—though, the term
Leaving tips of 15-20% in restaurants is not the norm in espresso is hardly ever used in Italy.
Italy. Italians usually leave a few euro for a waiter after
The word “latte” means “milk,” so if you order a “latte” at an
a meal. If your waiter gave you a great service, leave a
Italian bar you’ll get a glass of cold milk. Ask for a “caffè con
bigger tip—but it’s not required.
latte” if you want the Italian version.
CU R R E N CY E XCH A N G E : The best place to If you stop at a café for a quick coffee, do it like a local—first
exchange your currency is at an ATM in Italy. You will pay at the cash register, then, take your receipt to the barista
avoid any service fees this way. and give him/her your order.
“YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE IF I MAY HAVE ITALY.” — Giuseppe Verdi
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THE TRUE SECRET
TO OUR SUCCESS
Our team in the U.S. & Italy!
The Perillo Team & Romeo
DIANA FERRO, PAOLA CECILIA
Vice President A Perillo guide for many years, I truly enjoy what I do for
of Perillo Tours Paola is a native of Parma. a living. I love getting to
Fine food, art & opera and know our guests and the
My passion for Italy satisfaction of knowing that
introducing new friends to
started with my childhood I can help people make the
the joys of Bella Italia has
summers in Rome & most out of their precious
always been her huge passion,
Calabria. I worked for the holiday time makes my day.
together with cooking and
Italian Tourist Board for Looking forward to get to
wine-making in the family
5 years and have been know you!
vineyard in Piedmont.
with Perillo for 16 years.
I love traveling to Italy K ATHLEEN ANNA
to research new places If you want to discover more I started with Mario Perillo,
to create exciting tours about history, traditions, now I work with his son Steve
for our clients. local festivals, I have been Perillo; I feel like a part of
a tour guide for a long time. the family. We have been
My mum has raised me improving since then, and I am
SABRINA with Perillo tours and I have enjoying touring just like the
For 36 years, we have carried on the heritage. very first day.
relied on the services of
Massari Travel. Sabrina
is committed to your ANGELICA SANDR A
fullest enjoyment while I have worked for Perillo A tour guide for 32 years
on your trip. since 1999. My father Nello with the Perillo family, my
since 1974! Come and visit greatest pleasure is to hear
Italy with us, we’ll show you from our guests… “It has
MAR A the best and you’ll keep my been a trip of a lifetime!” And
Our Secret Mastermind country in your heart forever. I’m glad to be a part of it!
in Italy. Mara has been
working with us for over
30 years, ensuring that our DANIELA MAURO
clients receive the best I’ve been working in When Perillo customers come
possible services! tourism for many years and to Rome, I take great pride
with Perillo for 17 years. in sharing the rich history of
I love meeting new people this ancient city.
LELLA and share with them my
Our other secret weapon enthusiasm for my country!
in the Rome office. For the PAOLO
past 20 years, Lella has Paolo has been a Perillo
been ensuring that your IRENE guide for over 20 years. He is
trip runs smoothly from Every time I tour with people one reason we have such a
start-to-finish. I feel honored to show the surprising number of repeat
highlights, the history, the guests to Italy!
habits of my city and my
MONICA country… and one of my goals
“Traveling has always been is to make them feel at home. ALESSIA
my greatest passion and I’ve been a tour leader since
I’ve traveled and lived 2004. My passion is traveling
in many countries. I love GIORGIO
all over Italy. Every trip is
meeting new people and It’s a rarity these days that you’ll always a new experience
sharing the beauty of the find people who absolutely love and I love meeting new
world. I am looking forward their jobs. I’m one of those few. people to share wonderful
to sharing with you my love I consider myself privileges experiences with.
for my country!” to have an impact on people’s
holiday experiences and lives.
Welcome to Italy!
Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_Tours 5
O U R R E S TAU R A N T S
Photo Credit: Joseph Wadas Photo Credit: Mary Anne Westerlund
Photo Credit: Anita Orsino Photo Credit: Barbara Koprowski Blake Photo Credit: Valerie Savino Photo Credit: Carolyn Santore
The above photos were taken by our clients while on a Perillo Tour.
We take great pride in the TENUTA TORCIANO WINERY
authentic, high-quality, 4-course On many of our tours, we include a visit to the Tenuta Torciano
meals served on our tours. Each Winery in San Gimignano, Tuscany. The owner, Pierluigi Giachi, offers
a unique and truly enjoyable experience where fine wine meets
restaurant and every menu item passion. He is able to teach and entertain at the same time. You’ll
are hand-selected by our staff in learn the proper way to hold a glass and sip your wine, all while
laughing at his comedic presentation.
Rome. And, of course, the wines You’ll have a chance to taste their amazing olive & truffle oils,
flow with great local vintages. balsamic vinegar along with delicious bread…but why stop here?
We’ve included a meal of cheeses, salamis, bruschette, salad, Tuscan
Here are some sample menus! soup and lasagna! All followed by Cantuccini cookies with a fabulous
Tuscan dessert wine.
“TR AVELING—IT LEAVES YOU
‘O PARRUCCHIANO
SPEECHLESS, THEN TURNS YOU INTO
RESTAURANT IN SORRENTO
A STORY TELLER .” — Ibn Bat tuta
• Various bruschette, mini pizzas, eggplant parmigiana
and zucchini flowers
• Scialatelli (a type of long spaghetti from this area)
ANTICO PIGNOLO
or Pasta e fagioli
RESTAURANT IN VENICE • Fish filet or meatballs with a homemade ragù
First-Course Options: • Mixed salad
• Buffalo mozzarella with tomato and basil • Delicious sponge cake filled with lemon custard served
• Bresaola with arugula salad and Parmigiano cheese with American coffee
• Prosciutto di Parma with melon • Wine
• Seafood salad with oil and lemon
• Penne with seafood in tomato sauce RISTORANTE LA GATTABUIA,
• Baked pasta with veal ragù
• Vegetable soup
TRASTEVERE – ROME
Second-Course Options: • Prosecco
• Mixed fried fish from Adriatic Sea and mixed seasonal salad • Appetizers: Various types of Focaccia – ricotta with honey –
• John Dory filet “Antico Pignolo” with mixed vegetables and mortadella with balsamic vinegar – Roman-style beans & pizza
mixed seasonal salad • Salad & mixed vegetables
• File of Sole “ Ca’ D’Oro” with vegetables and mixed salad Choice of:
• Veal medallions with roast potatoes and mixed seasonal salad • Eggeplant Parmigiana OR Lasagna with meatballs
• Beef Carpaccio with steak sauce and mixed seasonal salad • Grouper fish filet
Dessert: Selection of Assorted Cakes • Crumb cake made with chocolate and coffee
• Sambuca or limoncello
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OUR HOTELS
We take great pride in the hotels SORRENTO – HOTEL PARCO DEI PRINCIPI
we reserve for our guests. We have A beautiful 5-star luxury hotel overlooking the sea offers
stunning views of the harbor and Mt. Vesuvius. This amazing
individually inspected and selected property also has its own private beach and salt water pool.
each hotel to ensure that it lives up Free Wi-Fi connection in guest rooms and common areas.
to our standards.
FLORENCE – HOTEL RIVOLI
Originally a fourteenth-century Franciscan monastery and
They are ALL centrally located, now an elegant 4-star hotel where antique and modern come
4-Star and 5-Star, First-Class and together, to offer you an unforgettable experience in the city
of the Renaissance.
Deluxe hotels. You can find the name
Free Wi-Fi connection in guest rooms.
of the hotels being used for each tour
right on the tour page. No surprises! AMALFI – LUNA CONVENTO
This stunning 4-star hotel is an old convent built in 1200 with
medieval charm and modern conveniences. The hotel is located
on top of a cliff overlooking the ocean and the town of Amalfi.
Free Wi-Fi connection in guest rooms.
A SAMPLING OF RAPALLO – GRAND HOTEL BRISTOL
OUR FIRST-CLASS This 4-star superior hotel is one of the most prestigious
properties on the eastern Ligurian Riviera boasting spectacular
& DELUXE HOTELS: views of the bay.
Wi-Fi is available in guests’ rooms for a daily fee.
Free of charge in common area.
ROME – ROSE GARDEN PALACE HOTEL
A 4-star superior boutique hotel in the heart of Rome located
TAORMINA – GRAND HOTEL DIODORO
right around the corner from Via Veneto. Beautiful, spacious 4-star beautiful hotel is located just a just a few steps from the
rooms, a 5-star quality restaurant, indoor pool… This is one of historic center of Taormina; the hotel boasts a pool area which
our favorite hotels in Rome! looks out over Mt. Etna and the bay of Naxos.
All rooms have free Internet access through a Wi-Fi connection. Free Wi-Fi connection in guest rooms.
“INVESTMENT IN TR AVEL IS AN INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF.” — Mat thew Kar sten
Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_Tours 7
NEW!
Modena
Bologna
Florence
Siena
Perugia
Tuoro
T O U R
Lake Trasimeno Assisi
Spoleto
Rome
DAY TRIP / VISIT
I T A L Y
OVERNIGHT STAY
12 DAYS F RO M YOUR FIRST-CLASS & DELUXE,
$
2995
CENTRALLY-LOCATED HOTELS:
NOTE: If a change in hotels becomes necessary for any reason, the hotel substituted will be
equivalent of those shown.
O F
ROME – NH Giustiniano (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS)
Rome (2 NIGHTS) Perugia (3) PERUGIA – San Gallo Palace (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS)
Florence (3) Bologna (2) FLORENCE – Grand Hotel Adriatico (FIRST CLASS)
BOLOGNA – Starhotels Excelsior (DELUXE)
A L SO V ISITING: Spoleto, Assisi, Lake Trasimeno, Siena
F L A V O R S
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
• Centrally Located 4 & 5 star Hotels • Olive Oil Tasting • Baggage Handling Throughout (Except at Airports)
• Smaller Tour Groups • Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting • Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges
• More Motorcoach Legroom • Visit to Parmigiano Factory & Tasting and all Tips For Hotel and Restaurant Personnel
• Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times • Visit to Acetaia & Tasting • Professional Tour Directors and
• Full Breakfast Daily • Wireless Headsets To Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly Licensed Local Guides
• 7 Dinners & 1 Lunch • Travel Wallet, Baggage Tags and Travel Documents Included • Complimentary Wi-Fi On Our Buses
= Full Breakfast = Lunch = Dinner • BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW: PerilloTours.com • 1-800-431-1515 • Or See Your Professional Travel Advisor
DAY 1 • DEPART USA » ROME DAY 3 • ROME » ROME SIGHTSEEING DAY 4 • ROME » SPOLETO CITY
SATURDAY » AFTERNOON AT LEISURE » DINNER TOUR » PERUGIA CITY TOUR » DINNER
OUT IN TRASTEVERE IN HOTEL
DAY 2 • ARRIVE IN ROME » AFTERNOON
MONDAY: Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot TUESDAY: This morning we’re off to Spoleto,
AT LEISURE » WELCOME DRINK
for an exciting, panoramic driving tour of in the region of Umbria also known as Italy’s
SUNDAY: Your flight arrives into Fiumicino Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, “Green Heart”. Spoleto is a walled medieval hill
Airport… Benvenuti a Roma! ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus and the town that has been inhabited since prehistoric
Your Perillo representative will be at the great Synagogue, built in the heart of the times; the lower parts of its wall are from the
airport to greet you. We are pleased to offer a Jewish quarter. 6th century BC!
complimentary transfer from the Rome airport As you enter the Colosseum, you’ll relive the We’ll visit the Cathedral of Spoleto, the Palazzo
to your hotel at scheduled times. brutal entertainment of the gladiators and della Signoria and the octagonal Church of
You’ll have some time to settle into your hotel the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself. Santa Maria della Manna d’Oro. After our city
with the remainder of the day at leisure to (Discover the true meaning of thumbs-up tour, you will have some free time to enjoy
discover this magical city. The rest of the day is and thumbs down.) lunch on your own.
yours to enjoy on your own… do some shopping Tonight, you’ll get a taste of real Italian Next, we drive to Perugia, a city famous for its
on Via Condotti and maybe grab a gelato and cuisine at a family-style restaurant in the chocolate, filled with historic buildings, people-
people watch! characteristic district of Trastevere. This lively filled squares and modern shops. Perugia is the
After a free afternoon, we meet for a Welcome area is just what one imagines Italy to be like, home of the largest international university in
Drink in the hotel. The rest of the evening is free with tiny cobblestones streets and music-filled Italy with over 8000 students.
to enjoy! trattorias on every corner.
8 Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_Tours
DAY 8 • FLORENCE » SIENA CITY TOUR » DAY 11 • BOLOGNA » PARMIGIANO
WINE TASTING WITH EARLY DINNER FACTORY » MODENA » BALSAMIC
SATURDAY: While the ambitious city of Florence VINEGAR FACTORY » DINNER IN HOTEL
was launching the Renaissance, Siena was her TUESDAY: Today we will visit a Parmigiano factory.
laid back country cousin. Just 30 miles south of We’ll see how they transform fresh milk into
Florence, she is considered the best-preserved Parmigiano cheese and then get to taste genuine
medieval city in all of Italy. Parmigiano Reggiano.
Our guided tour will include the elaborately carved We proceed to famed Modena, a city known for
Gothic cathedral, Town Hall and Piazza del Campo its balsamic vinegar and Ferrari and Lamborghini
– site of the famous Palio horse race. You’ll have sports cars. You’ll have some free time to explore
time for lunch on your own, shopping and a little and have lunch on your own. Next, we visit the
more exploration. Acetaia Giusti – the world’s oldest balsamic
This afternoon you’ll visit Tenuta Torciano winery in vinegar producer, founded in 1605. (This acetaia
Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, is featured in the Emilia Romagna episode of
the world’s most entertaining sommelier. You’ll Stanley Tucci’s ‘Searching for Italy’ series.) We’ll
learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and enjoy a guided tour of the museum and a tasting
most importantly – which glass to use with each of the Giusti products.
wine! You’ll also get to experience an olive oil and Tonight, we enjoy dinner in our hotel with fine
truffle oil tasting . . . and of course have some local wines. Time to say ‘arrivederci’ to our new-
fresh Italian bread! found traveling companions as we exchange
This will all be followed by a fabulous dinner and emails. No tears...How about a Perillo vacation to
wine tasting. This is an experience you will never Spain or Hawaii next year!
forget... Cin-Cin!
Tonight, we’ll enjoy dinner in our hotel. Un brindisi DAY 12
(a toast) to our newfound friends! DAY 9 • FLORENCE » SIGHTSEEING FLIGHT HOME » BOLOGNA » USA
INCLUDING THE DAVID » DINNER OUT WEDNESDAY: This morning you board your flight
DAY 5 SUNDAY: Upon arrival, you will enjoy a city tour that home arriving in the USA the same date. Grazie
PERUGIA » ASSISI CITY TOUR » PERUGIA includes the majestic Duomo Complex built in mille for traveling with the Perillo Family. Don’t
WEDNESDAY: This morning, we go to Assisi, the 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its forget to share your pictures with us too!
birthplace of St. Francis and namesake of our renowned Gate of Paradise doors. We follow the
Pope. We visit the Papal Basilica of St. Francis of medieval streets to the most striking square of
Assisi, the main church of the Franciscan order Florence, Piazza della Signoria.
2 0 2 3 DAT E S &
and an important pilgrimage site dedicated to St.
“Breathtaking” is the only way to describe one’s L A N D - O N LY R AT E S
Francis. Our day in Assisi also includes a visit to the
first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, its quite
crypt where the remains of St. Francis are kept. Save $100 per person if ALL payments are
large and detailed but the real magic is in how
Next, we visit a family-owned mill where we will Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a made by check. Kids rate does not qualify.
have an Olive Oil tasting. man-full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly See page 26 about our low airfares
confident. All with just a hammer and chisel! Talk
Dinner is on your own tonight. Be sure to ask your DBL = Per Person in a Double Room / SOLO = Solo Traveler
about impressive!
tour leader for some restaurant suggestions!
Tonight, be our guest at a fine local Florentine PER PERSON IN SOLO
DEPART–RETURN (Sat-Wed)
DAY 6 • PERUGIA » LAKE TRASIMENO » restaurant with flowing wines and great food. A DOUBLE TRAVELER
LUNCH » PERUGIA A perfect ending to a perfect day! Mar 25-Apr 5 3150 3950
THURSDAY: This morning, we depart for Lake
DAY 10 • FLORENCE » BOLOGNA » Apr 8-Apr 19 3295 4095
Trasimeno. We will arrive at the lakeside town
of Tuoro where we will take a cruise (weather DINNER OUT Apr 22-May 3 3395 4195
permitting) to the islands and beautiful coastal MONDAY: This morning we travel to Bologna, the May 13-May 24 3525 4325
areas of the lake. We’ll navigate towards Maggiore gastronomic capital of Italy. To Italians, Bologna is
Jun 3-Jun 14 3525 4325
Island for a short break and a chance to admire known as the city of “Two Towers”. Worldwide, it’s
the Castle of Guglielmi, among other wonders. known as the city of lasagna, tagliatelle, tortellini Jun 10-Jun 21 3525 4325
and Bolognese sauce. Good food must boost 3250 4050
Lunch will be in a local restaurant, where we will Jul 8-Jul 19
brain- power because Bologna is also home to the
enjoy the specialties of this area. Jul 22-Aug 2 3250 4050
oldest university in Europe!
Tonight, you are free to dine on your own. Be sure Aug 19-Aug 30 2995 3795
This afternoon, we will have a walking tour of
to ask your tour leader for recommendations.
Bologna – including Piazza Maggiore, the “Two Sep 9-Sep 20 3495 4295
Towers” (which also happen to lean) and the
DAY 7 • PERUGIA » FLORENCE Sep 30-Oct 11 3495 4295
Basilica of San Petronio, dedicated to the patron
» DINNER IN HOTEL Oct 21-Nov 1 3250 4050
saint of the city, Saint Petronius, who was the
FRIDAY: This morning we drive from Perugia to bishop of Bologna in the fifth century.
Florence, often referred to as the “Cradle of the • Triple Room deduct $200 pp from the
Renaissance”. You’ll have a free afternoon to Tonight, we’ll enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant Double Rate.
enjoy as you please. Visit some leather stores that with world-famous Bolognese delicacies.
• Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults
Florence is known for… or shop at a local market. deduct $1000 from the Double Rate.
Tonight we’ll enjoy dinner in our hotel with fine
local wines.
Imagine – your own, private Perillo Tour for just you, your friends and family! A normal Perillo Tour allows for up to 40 guests on a coach. But for health, safety
and a lifetime of memories, consider reserving the tour, the coach, the driver and guides – all for your private group of 16 passengers or more. What a way to travel!
Best of all, your tour rates are only slightly higher than our large group rate – add $400 per passenger for your own bus! 9
Lugano
Como
C L A S S I C Milan
Padua Venice
Sirmione
Florence
Pisa
Rome
N O R T H
DAY TRIP / VISIT Pompeii
Sorrento
Photo Credit: Alessandro Trazzi OVERNIGHT STAY
CAPRI
14 DAYS F RO M
$
4325
YOUR FIRST-CLASS & DELUXE, CENTRALLY-LOCATED HOTELS:
I T A L Y
NOTE: If a change in hotels becomes necessary for any reason, the hotel substituted will be equivalent of those shown.
ROME – Starhotels Michelangelo (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS) OR NH Vittorio Veneto (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS)
SORRENTO – Parco dei Principi (DELUXE)
Rome (3 NIGHTS) Sorrento (2) FLORENCE – Rivoli Boutique Hotel (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS) OR Grand Hotel Baglioni (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS)
Florence (3) Venice (2) Milan (2) VENICE – Palazzo San Lorenzo (SUPERIOR FIRST CLASS)
MILAN – Hotel Manin (FIRST CLASS) OR NH Touring (FIRST CLASS)
A L SO V ISITING: Pompeii, Capri, Pisa, Padua,
Sirmione, Lugano, Como
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
• Centrally Located 4- & 5-star Hotels • 9 Dinners • Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges
• Smaller Tour Groups • Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting and all Tips For Hotel and Restaurant Personnel
• More Motorcoach Legroom • Wireless Headsets To Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly • Professional Tour Directors and
• Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times • Travel Wallet, Baggage Tags and Travel Documents Included Licensed Local Guides
• Full Breakfast Daily • Baggage Handling Throughout (Except at Airports) • Complimentary Wi-Fi On Our Buses
= Full Breakfast = Lunch = Dinner • BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW: PerilloTours.com • 1-800-431-1515 • Or See Your Professional Travel Advisor
DAY 1 • DEPART USA » ROME ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus, and the was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story
Boarding your overnight flight, you’re off on the Great Synogogue, built in the heart of the bronze canopy located above the main altar.
adventure of a lifetime. Jewish quarter.
(Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject
Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.)
DAY 2 • ARRIVE IN ROME » brutal entertainment of the gladiators and
AFTERNOON AT LEISURE You’ll have lunch on your own followed by
the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.
a free afternoon in Rome.
Benvenuti a Roma! Your Perillo representative
Tonight, we’ll recount our explorations with
will be at the airport to greet you. We are pleased Tonight we thought you’d enjoy a dinner
good food, fine wine and new friends at a
to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome on your own. Ask your tour guide for a
local restaurant.
airport to your hotel at scheduled times. recommendation!
You’ll have some time to settle into your hotel DAY 4 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM » DAY 5 • ROME » POMPEII »
with the remainder of the day at leisure to SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S BASILICA SORRENTO » DINNER IN HOTEL
discover this magical city. » AFTERNOON AT LEISURE
This morning we head to Pompeii, approaching
Tonight, we’ll meet our tour leader for a brief This morning, it’s a five-minute drive to the view of the Bay of Naples on the way.
orientation and welcome drink. After orientation, another country—Vatican City! With our expert
you’ll be free for the remainder of the evening. local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a Imagine,.. a city perfectly preserved as it was
Be sure to ask your tour leader for restaurant massive collection of ancient Greek sculptures, on that fateful day 2,000-years-ago, when ash
recommendations – so many wonderful places medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll
to eat in this amazing city! see the tragic fossils of people attempting to
Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the escape along with children and dogs.
room where the Pope is elected.
DAY 3 • ROME SIGHTSEEING » Tonight we enjoy dinner in our hotel with
AFTERNOON AT LEISURE » DINNER OUT Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the fine wines from Campania region.
largest church in Christendom. We’ll see
Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a
Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he
relaxing, panoramic driving tour of Imperial
Rome including the Roman Forum, downtown
10 Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_ToursDAY 6 • SORRENTO » CAPRI » SORRENTO lost objects) is interred here in the serene Basilica, No tears! You’ll exchange email addresses with
» DINNER OUT which dates back to the 1200s. We’ll have some your new friends and make plans for the future.
This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s time to visit the Basilica and then some free time How about we all meet again on another Perillo
most enchanting island. Upon arrival, we take to explore ourselves and get some lunch. tour—to Hawaii or Spain!
a private boat for a tour of the island (weather Venice arrives to us as in a dream. Gondolas glide
permitting). We cruise around the magnificent DAY 14 • FLIGHT HOME » MILAN » USA
past us with their gondoliers singing. Our arrival is
Faraglioni, Capri’s most iconic sight. These mythical by bus and then switching into water taxis to reach This morning you board your flight home, arriving
towering rock formations, which jut out from the our hotel. We’ll have some time to settle into our in the USA the same day. Unless, of course, you
Mediterranean just off the island’s coast, were hotel and relax or go for a walk in this magical city. have decided to extend your stay and let this
formed over the years by erosion from ocean waves. unforgettable journey continue a little longer!
Tonight we’ll recount our explorations over dinner While we say arrivederci to Italy, we realize we’re
Next, we visit one of the lesser-known but equally in our hotel. Good food, good wine, and great taking a little piece of it back home with us.
beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. Once we friends! Now that’s Italian!
arrive back on Capri, we have free time to explore Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family,
the island on our own or take advantage of a DAY 11 • VENICE » CITY SIGHTSEEING and please return soon.
special optional excursion with your tour leader. This morning we’ll meet our expert local guide
Later this afternoon, we sail back and have some for a walking tour of St. Mark’s Square, the great
time to relax before heading out to a great Byzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and an
Neapolitan restaurant for dinner. inside visit of the Doge’s Palace. Next, we’ll board 2 0 2 3 DAT E S &
our mostoscafi to the beautiful island of Murano, L A N D - O N LY R AT E S
DAY 7 • SORRENTO » DRIVE TO FLORENCE where we will visit one of the oldest glass-blowing
» DINNER IN HOTEL factories. Our glass masters will show us two Save $100 per person if ALL payments are
Departing Sorrento, our deluxe motorcoach different glass blowing techniques: the hand- made by check. Kids rate does not qualify.
navigates the rolling hills, scenic vineyards and blown glass technique creating a small vase and
the carved glass technique, creating a small See page 26 about our low airfares
postcard perfect vistas of Umbria and Tuscany.
Along the way, we’ll travel by the beautiful Tiber sculpture like a glass horse, fish or cat.
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River Valley and the medieval villages of Orvieto This afternoon you’ll have a chance to get lost
and Orte. DEPART– DEPART–
in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny RETURN RETURN
piazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible to DBL SOLO DBL SOLO
This evening’s dinner features fine local wines (Sun–Sat) (Sun–Sat)
at our hotel. stray very far. But it won’t hurt to master the (Fri-Thu) (Fri-Thu)
phrase Dov’è Piazza San Marco? Mar 3-Mar 16 4350 5550 Jul 7-Jul 20 4725 5925
DAY 8 • FLORENCE » CITY SIGHTSEEING Dinner is on your own tonight. When in Venice, Mar 12-Mar 25 4350 5550 Jul 16-Jul 29 4725 5925
INCLUDING THE DAVID » DINNER OUT do as the Venetians do! Enjoy Cicchetti, Venetian Mar 17-Mar 30 4550 5750 Aug 4-Aug 17 4725 5925
Florence—the fountainhead of the Renaissance, style tapas, served in various pubs all over Venice.
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awaits us! Our day of sightseeing includes the
majestic Duomo Complex built in 1296, Giotto’s Apr 7-Apr 20 4595 5795 Aug 20-Sep 2 4725 5925
Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned DAY 12 • VENICE » SIRMIONE » MILAN Apr 14-Apr 27 4595 5795 Aug 25-Sep 7 4850 6050
Gates of Paradise doors. SIGHTSEEING » DINNER IN HOTEL Apr 21-May 4 4595 5795 Aug 27-Sep 9 4850 6050
We follow the medieval streets to the most On the way to Milan, we stop at one of the most Apr 23-May 6 4650 5850
popular sights on Lake Garda – the peninsula of Sep 1-Sep 14 4995 6195
striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria. Apr 28-May 11 4850 6050
Sirmione. Crossing the drawbridge, we enter a Sep 3-Sep 16 4995 6195
“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s peaceful world of hot springs, the Medieval Apr 30-May 13 4995 6195
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first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite castles and phenomenal views of the Dolomites. May 5-May 18 4995 6195
large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Sep 10-Sep 23 4995 6195
Soon we’re in fashionable Milan where we begin May 7-May 20 4995 6195
Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a Sep 15-Sep 28 4995 6195
man—full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly with a panoramic drive around the city. Next, we May 12-May 25 4995 6195
visit the Piazza del Duomo (“Cathedral Square”), Sep 17-Sep 30 4995 6195
confident. All with just a hammer and chisel! May 19-Jun 1 4995 6195
the main piazza of Milan named after, and May 21-Jun 3 4995 6195
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Tonight, we’ll take you to our favorite local dominated by the impressive Milan Cathedral. Oct 1-Oct 14 4895 6095
restaurant for a typical Tuscan dinner. May 26-Jun 8 4995 6195
We’ll stroll through the spectacular glass-topped May 28-Jun 10 4995 6195 Oct 6-Oct 19 4795 5995
DAY 9 • FLORENCE » PISA » Galleria, the world’s first shopping mall and on to Oct 8-Oct 21 4795 5995
Jun 2-Jun 15 4995 6195
WINE TASTING & EARLY DINNER IN the famed La Scala Opera House.
June 4-Jun 17 4995 6195 Oct 13-Oct 26 4695 5895
TUSCANY » FLORENCE Tonight, we enjoy a Milanese dinner at our hotel.
Oct 15-Oct 28 4595 5795
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The bell tower of Pisa is among the most instantly
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recognizable structures on earth. Architects say DAY 13 • MILAN » LUGANO »
it would be world famous even if it were perfectly Jun 18-Jul 1 4995 6195 Oct 22-Nov 4 4495 5695
LAKE COMO » MILAN » DINNER OUT
straight. This morning we’ll see for ourselves, along Jun 23-July 6 4995 6195 Oct 27-Nov 9 4495 5695
with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery. This morning’s visit to Lugano is actually in Jun 25-Jul 8 4750 5950 Oct 29-Nov 11 4395 5595
Switzerland, but this Alpine paradise clings to its
This afternoon we’ll visit a typical Tuscan winery to Italian roots. The natural beauty is accompanied Jun 30-Jul 13 4750 5950 Nov 5-Nov 18 4395 5595
learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and, by great shops filled with Swiss specialties—like Jul 2-Jul 15 4725 5925 Nov 10-Nov 23 4325 5525
most importantly—which glass to use! We’ll enjoy clocks, watches and, of course, chocolate!
a wine tasting with these special wines along with
Next we visit Como, the charming town and pristine • Triple Room deduct $200 pp from the
an early light dinner. Cin-Cin!
lake of the same name, lined with lovely villas. Double Rate.
DAY 10 • FLORENCE » PADUA » Our last night together will be at a fine Milanese • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults
VENICE » DINNER IN HOTEL restaurant. deduct $1000 from the Double Rate.
Visitors to Padua are often surprised by a sense
of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron Saint of
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A L SO V ISITING: Pompeii, Capri, Venice
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
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• Smaller Tour Groups • Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting • Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges
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• Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times • Wireless Headsets To Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly • Professional Tour Directors and
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DAY 1 • DEPART USA » ROME This morning, we travel ten-minutes to another brutal entertainment of the gladiators and
THURSDAY: Boarding your overnight flight, you’re country—Vatican City. With our expert local the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.
off on a journey that will remain etched in your guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a
Tonight, we thought you’d enjoy a dinner on
memory forever! massive collection of ancient Greek sculptures,
your own. Ask your tour guide for a nearby
medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings.
recommendation, or venture out and explore
DAY 2 • ARRIVE IN ROME » Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the
the local restaurants in Rome! Be sure to try a
AFTERNOON AT LEISURE room where the Pope is elected.
Supplì, a quintessential Roman specialty: Fried
FRIDAY: Benvenuti a Roma! Your Perillo Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the ball of rice filled with tomato sauce, meat and
representative will be at the airport to greet largest church in Christendom. We’ll see melted mozzarella.
you. We are pleased to offer complimentary Michelangelo’s Pietà, sculpted when he was
transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze DAY 5 • ROME » POMPEII » SORRENTO
scheduled times. canopy located above the main altar. » DINNER IN HOTEL
This afternoon you’ll have some time to relax or Tonight, we’ll recount our explorations with MONDAY: After a delicious breakfast in the
better yet, explore the Eternal City. There’s so good food and wines fit for an Emperor at hotel, we’re off on the beautiful drive south to
much to see and do! a local Roman restaurant! Pompeii! On the way, we approach the view of
the Bay of Naples, birthplace of Caruso, Sophia
Tonight, we’ll meet our tour leader for a (Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject Loren, Bel Canto and ‘O Sole Mio.
brief orientation and welcome drink. After to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.)
orientation, you’ll be free for the remainder of We travel back to the Pompeii of 79 AD. A city
the evening. Be sure to ask your tour leader DAY 4 • ROME CITY SIGHTSEEING » perfectly preserved by the ash that rained
for restaurant recommendations – so many AFTERNOON OF LEISURE down from Mt. Vesuvius. You’ll see the tragic
wonderful places to eat in this amazing city! fossils of the people trying to escape with their
SUNDAY: Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for
children and dogs, and streets, homes and
a relaxing, panoramic driving tour of Imperial
DAY 3 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM stores that are all amazingly intact.
Rome including the Roman Forum, downtown
» SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S ancient Rome, the Circus Maximus, and the This evening we enjoy a relaxing dinner
BASILICA » DINNER OUT Great Synogogue, built in the heart of the in our hotel.
SATURDAY: Rome wasn’t built in a day, and you Jewish quarter.
certainly can’t see it in one—but we’ll try to show Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the
you as much as possible in the next few days!
12 Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_ToursVenice
2 0 2 3 DAT E S &
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DEPART–RETURN (Thu-Sat) A DOUBLE TRAVELER
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Mar 2-Mar 11 3350 4150
Rome
Mar 16-Mar 25 3350 4150
Mar 30-Apr 8 3650 4450
Pompeii
Apr 6-Apr 15 3650 4450
DAY TRIP / VISIT Sorrento
Apr 13-Apr 22 3650 4450
OVERNIGHT STAY CAPRI
Apr 20-Apr 29 3650 4450
Apr 27-May 6 3750 4550
May 4-May 13 3750 4550
DAY 6 • SORRENTO » CAPRI » SORRENTO DAY 8
» DINNER OUT FLORENCE » EXCURSION TO VENICE » May 11-May 20 3750 4550
TUESDAY: This morning, we board our SPECIAL VENETIAN LUNCH » FLORENCE May 18-May 27 3795 4595
speedy jetfoil to the world’s most enchanting THURSDAY: The Grand Canal is just a short train ride
island—Capri. We’ll enjoy a private boat tour May 25-Jun 3 3795 4595
away from Florence. Should we go? … SI! ANDIAMO
around the island (weather permitting). We’ll A VENEZIA! Jun 1-Jun 10 3795 4595
cruise by the magnificent Faraglioni, Capri’s
There is no normal life in Venice. Here, everything Jun 8-Jun 17 3895 4695
iconic rock formations which tower above the
and everyone floats luxuriously with a sense of
Mediterranean Sea. Jun 15-Jun 24 3895 4695
freedom, never tormented by traffic or even the
Next, we visit one of the lesser-known but equally sound of a horn. Jun 22-Jul 1 3895 4695
beautiful sea caves, the Grotta Bianca. Then we’ll
Your guide will show you all the sights—St. Mark’s Jun 29-July 8 3750 4550
have free time to explore the island on our own,
Square, the Basilica, and the Bridge of Sighs. Just
or take advantage of a special optional excursion Jul 6-Jul 15 3550 4350
around the corner from St. Mark’s Square, we’ll
with our tour leader.
enjoy a special Venetian lunch in a town renowned Jul 27-Aug 5 3550 4350
Later this afternoon, we sail back and have some for its seafood specialties.
Aug 10-Aug 19 3550 4350
time to relax before heading out to a great
This evening we return to Florence for dinner on
Neapolitan restaurant for dinner. Aug 24-Sep 2 3550 4350
your own. Make sure to try Pappa al Pomodoro,
a rustic Tuscan soup made with tomatoes, garlic, Aug 31-Sep 9 3695 4495
DAY 7 • SORRENTO » FLORENCE »
onions and of course, Tuscan bread!
LUNCH & CITY TOUR » DINNER IN HOTEL Sep 7-Sep 16 3795 4595
WEDNESDAY: This morning, after a delicious DAY 9 Sep 14-Sep 23 3795 4595
breakfast, we board a train to Florence! We’ll FLORENCE » SAN GIMIGNANO » OIL &
arrive in time for a lunch at our hotel followed Sep 21-Sep 30 3795 4595
WINE TASTING AND LUNCH » FLORENCE
by a walking tour of the historical center of this Sep 28-Oct 7 3795 4595
most famous of all Renaissance cities! FRIDAY: Our last day together will be at our favorite
winery! You’ll visit the Tenuta Torciano winery in Oct 5-Oct 14 3650 4450
We’ll visit the majestic Duomo Complex built in Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi,
1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with Oct 12-Oct 21 3650 4450
the world’s most enchanting sommelier. You’ll
its renowned Gates of Paradise doors. learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and Oct 19-Oct 28 3650 4450
We follow the medieval streets to the most most importantly—which glass to use with each
Oct 26-Nov 4 3595 4395
striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria. wine! You’ll also get to experience an olive oil and
truffle oil tasting…and of course have some fresh Nov 2-Nov 11 3395 4195
“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe bread with it!
one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, Nov 9-Nov 18 3395 4195
it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic This will all be followed by a fabulous lunch and
Nov 16-Nov 25 3250 4050
is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless wine tasting. Salute! Enjoy the remainder of the
rock into a man—full of pride, wary of his day and evening on your own, perhaps shopping
• Triple Room deduct $100 pp from the
adversary, yet quietly confident. All with for last minute souvenirs!
Double Rate.
just a hammer and a chisel!
DAY 10 • Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults
Tonight, we enjoy a Florentine dinner in our hotel FLIGHT HOME » FLORENCE » USA deduct $1000 from the Double Rate.
with fine wines.
SATURDAY: This morning board your flight home,
*In the event of a train strike or such problems, arriving in the USA the same day. Unless, of course,
we will travel to Florence by bus. you have chosen to extend your stay! A warm
Grazie for traveling with the Perillo family and
please return soon.
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and a lifetime of memories, consider reserving the tour, the coach, the driver and guides – all for your private group of 16 passengers or more. What a way to travel!
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Venice (2 NIGHTS) Florence (3) Rome (3) ROME – Rose Garden Palace (SUPERIOR FIRST-CLASS)
A L SO V ISITING: Padua, Siena
WHAT’S INCLUDED: • 6 Dinners • Hotel Taxes, City Taxes, Hotel Service Charges
• Smaller Tour Groups • Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting and all Tips For Hotel and Restaurant Personnel
• More Motorcoach Legroom • Wireless Headsets To Hear Your Tour Guide Clearly • Professional Tour Directors and
• Airport Transfers at Scheduled Times • Travel Wallet, Baggage Tags and Travel Documents Included Licensed Local Guides
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DAY 1 • DEPART USA » VENICE beautiful island of Murano, where we will visit Visitors to Padua are often surprised by a sense
MONDAY: Boarding your overnight flight, you’re one of the oldest glass-blowing factories. Our of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron Saint
off to Italy on the adventure of a lifetime! glass masters will show us two different glass of lost objects) is interred here in the serene
blowing techniques: the hand-blown glass Basilica which dates back to the 1200s.
DAY 2 • ARRIVE IN VENICE » technique creating a small vase and the carved
Tonight we’ll enjoy dinner at our hotel. A toast
AFTERNOON FREE » DINNER OUT glass technique, creating a small sculpture like
(brindisi) to Florence and new friends!
TUESDAY: Benvenuti a Venezia! We are
a glass horse, fish or cat.
pleased to offer complimentary motorboat Next, we’ll board our motoscafi to visit one of DAY 5 • FLORENCE » SIGHTSEEING
transfers from the Venice airport to your hotel the world’s oldest glass-blowing factories on INCLUDING THE DAVID » DINNER OUT
at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative the island of Murano. FRIDAY: Florence, the fountainhead of the
will be at the airport to greet you. Renaissance—city of Dante, Boccaccio,
This afternoon you’ll have a chance to get lost
After you settle in at your hotel, take a stroll in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny Botticelli and Da Vinci!
through Venice. Get lost in the traffic-free piazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible to Enjoy a breathtaking panorama of the city atop
streets and alleyways. There are so many stray very far. But it won’t hurt to master the Piazzale Michelangelo, followed by our tour of
wonderful things to see! phrase Dov’è Piazza San Marco? the Academy of Fine Arts where Michelangelo’s
Tonight, we’ll meet our tour leader for a Dinner is on your own tonight and there are proud David stands, the majestic Cathedral built
brief orientation and welcome drink, followed lots of great choices around your hotel. Even in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery
by dinner at our favorite restaurant in Venice Hemingway’s famous Harry’s Bar is just around with its Gates of Paradise doors.
just steps from St. Mark’s Square. the corner. Your guide will be happy to make We follow the medieval streets to the most
suggestions. Just ask. striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria
DAY 3 • VENICE » CITY SIGHTSEEING » and then to Florence’s most compelling
MURANO GLASS FACTORY DAY 4 • VENICE » PADUA » Franciscan church built in 1294—Santa Croce.
WEDNESDAY: This morning we’ll meet our expert FLORENCE » DINNER IN HOTEL It’s not only an artistic shrine with frescoes by
local guide for a walking tour of St. Mark’s THURSDAY: This morning it’s back to the Giotto, but also the burial place of 270 of the
Square, the great Byzantine Basilica, the mainland where we’ll meet our dependable city’s most eminent inhabitants—among them
Bridge of Sighs and an inside visit of the Doge’s driver for the ride to Florence. But on the Galileo, Michelangelo, Machiavelli and Rossini.
Palace. Next, we’ll board our mostoscafi to the way, we’ll make a memorable stop.
14 Perillo Tours & Perillo Tours Travelers @Perillo_ToursThis afternoon, we enjoy a relaxing, panoramic
Padua Venice driving tour of Imperial Rome including the
Roman Forum, downtown ancient Rome, the
Circus Maximus, and the Great Synogogue,
built in the heart of the Jewish quarter.
Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal
entertainment of the gladiators and the lions,
Florence refereed by the Emperor himself.
Our Diana Ferro’s son, Luca, perfecting his
Tonight, we return to the twenty-first century and spaghetti twirl in Rome.
Siena enjoy a typical Roman dinner at our hotel.
DAY 8
ROME » DAY OF LEISURE » DINNER OUT 2 0 2 3 DAT E S &
MONDAY: A free day in Rome! But don’t sleep in too L A N D - O N LY R AT E S
Rome late—there’s much to do and see! Ask your tour
guide for suggestions. Save $100 per person if ALL payments are
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return and stroll across the Tiber for another look
at the Vatican. Rome is a great city for walking, DEPART–RETURN PER PERSON IN SOLO
shopping and people watching. (Mon-Wed) A DOUBLE TRAVELER
In the cloister next door we see the Pazzi Chapel— Tonight, we enjoy a delicious dinner in the Mar 6-Mar 15 2995 3995
widely regarded as one of the most perfect early characteristic district of Trastevere, one of the
centers of the Roman night life. This lively area Mar 13-Mar 22 3075 4075
Renaissance creations.
of tiny winding streets gives a taste of what one Apr 3-Apr 12 3495 4495
Tonight, please be our guest at a fine local imagines Italy to be like, with cobbled streets and
Florentine restaurant with flowing wines and great music-filled trattorias on every corner.
Apr 17-Apr 26 3695 4695
friends. A perfect ending to a perfect day! Apr 24-May 3 3795 4795
DAY 9 • ROME » VATICAN MUSEUM »
DAY 6 • FLORENCE » SIENA – OIL & May 8-May 17 3795 4795
SISTINE CHAPEL » ST. PETER’S BASILICA
WINE TASTING IN TUSCANY WITH EARLY May 22-May 31 3795 4795
TUESDAY: This morning, it’s a ten-minute drive to
DINNER » FLORENCE
another country—Vatican City! With our expert Jun 5-Jun 14 3795 4795
SATURDAY: While the ambitious city of Florence local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a
was launching the Renaissance, Siena was her Jun 19-Jun 28 3795 4795
massive collection of ancient Greek sculptures,
laid back country cousin. Just 30 miles South of medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Jun 26-Jul 5 3550 4550
Florence, she is considered the best preserved
medieval city in Italy. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the Jul 3-Jul 12 3550 4550
room where the Pope is elected. Next we visit Jul 10-Jul 19 3550 4550
Our guided tour will include the elaborately carved St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in
Gothic cathedral, Town Hall and Piazza del Campo Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pietà, Jul 17-Jul 26 3550 4550
– site of the famous Palio horse race. You’ll have sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s Aug 21-Aug 30 3550 4550
time for lunch on your own, shopping and a little seven-story bronze canopy located above the
more exploration. main altar. Aug 28-Sep 6 3895 4895
This afternoon we’ll visit Tenuta Torciano winery in (Please note that the visit of St. Peter’s Basilica is subject Sep 4-Sep 13 3995 4995
Tuscany and meet our dear friend, Pierluigi Giachi, to availability based on the events planned by the Pope.) Sep 18-Sep 27 3995 4995
the world’s most enchanting sommelier. You’ll
learn about the grape, the nose, food pairings and Tonight, you’re free to enjoy a night in Rome on Sep 25-Oct 4 3895 4895
most importantly—which glass to use with each your own with your new friends. Be sure to have an
Oct 2-Oct 11 3895 4895
wine! You’ll also get to experience an olive oil and ice cream at one of the best shops in Rome, close
truffle oil tasting…and of course have some fresh to the Trevi Fountain, “Il Gelato di San Crispino.” Oct 16-Oct 25 3795 4795
bread with it! Try the nocciola!
Oct 23-Nov 1 3695 4695
This will all be followed by a fabulous early dinner DAY 10 • FLIGHT HOME » ROME » USA Oct 30-Nov 8 3495 4495
and wine tasting. Cin-Cin!
WEDNESDAY: This morning you board your flight Nov 6-Nov 15 2995 3995
home, arriving in the USA the same day. While we
DAY 7 • MORNING DRIVE TO ROME »
say arrivederci to Italy, we realize we’re taking a
IMPERIAL ROME & THE COLOSSEUM » little piece of it back home with us. • Triple Room deduct $200 pp from the
DINNER IN HOTEL Double Rate.
SUNDAY: This morning, we enjoy our drive south Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family and
• Kids under 12 sharing with 2 adults
to Rome through Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio, the please return soon.
deduct $1500 from the Double Rate.
green heart of Italy.
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