Thanksgiving in Italy

6 days / 5 overnights

Stunning Monuments

marvel at the Coliseum, the cathedrals, the palazzos
Amazing Food

delightful Italian cuisine -fresh, pure and soo tasty
Breathtaking landskapes

from the Alps in the north, trough the rolling hills of Tuscany to the beautiful coastline along the bay of Naples
Smiling Faces

you'll fall in love with the Italians...their joy, friendliness and style is so inspiring

A Thanksgiving to remember...

Enjoy a hassle free Thanksgiving Holiday that celebrates the best of Italy’s sites, history and amazing food. This journey takes you through the majestic Alps, Lake Garda and Pisa in Italy's north, Venice on the east coast, through Tuscany to Florence and of course Rome and the Vatican! Your visit to Italy would not be complete without a Celebratory Feast at the famous Villa Machiavelli on Thanksgiving. Here we will enjoy four-courses of Tuscan classics, along with live entertainment and unlimited wine! Simply the best of Italy in 6 amazing days!

Itinerary

Day One - Alps + Lake Garda

Following an early morning departure, we head south along the Rhine, through the snowcapped Swiss Alps, reaching Lake Garda by mid-afternoon, where we visit the town of Pesciera. Here you can take in the views from of the lakeside promenade from one of the cafés or local restaurants. For an early dinner, perhaps enjoy a delicious, real Italian Pizza, made in a wood-fired oven. Later in the afternoon, we depart for a short drive to Venice where we check-in to our hotel and spend the night.

Day 2 - Venice

After breakfast at our hotel and check-out, we cross the Venetian Lagoon by ferry, to St. Mark’s Square, the historical center of Venice. The guided sightseeing on foot provides an overview of this magnificent city and takes you to St. Marc's Basilica, Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs as well as a visit to a local glass-blowing workshop. You will then have free time where you can explore on your own, and perhaps take a gondola ride along the Grand Canal or find a cozy spot for a hot coffee or bite to eat. We depart Venice to travel further south, past the olive groves, Chianti vineyards and into Rome where we travel directly to our hotel for check-in.

Day 3 - Rome + Vatican

Today we will explore the Eternal City with a grand sightseeing tour that takes you to some of Rome’s famous sites. We begin with the Vatican, where you can view Michelangelo's amazing copula at St Peter's Basilica, followed by stops at the Circus Maximus, the monumental Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Capitoline Hill and the Pantheon. At Trevi Fountain, throw a coin into the water to make a wish while you enjoy the festive ambiance of Piazza Navona. From here you are free to pick from the many restaurants in the area or perhaps dine together at our favorite family-style Roman trattoria and enjoy some great italian food.

Day 4 - Pompeii + Sorrento

Following breakfast at the hotel, we're off for a full-day excursion to the Bay of Naples and Pompeii, where we first visit Pompeii, which was buried by erupting Mt Vesuvius in 79 AD. We will tour the excavations with an expert local guide and learn all about this historic place. Next, we take a short drive along the Peninsula Sorrentina, which is perhaps one of the most scenic roadways in Italy. This will take us to Sorrento, a famed resort on the cliffs overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. There will be free time for you to explore, shop around the quaint historical center and have a quick lunch. Before we leave Sorrento, join us for a visit to a local Limoncello producer to sample some delicious treats and perhaps purchase a few to take with you. For our return trip, you can travel by bus or choose to join us on a cruise, via jet boat, along the scenic coast to Naples where we will see the Anjou Castle at the Port of Naples before heading back to Rome and our hotel.

Day 5 - Florence & Thanksgiving Celebration

After breakfast and hotel check out, we head north into Tuscany for a late morning arrival in Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and the city of Art. Our sightseeing begins with the impressive Cathedral, Piazza Signoria and Santa Croce church which houses the tomb of Michelangelo. The afternoon offers free time for you to explore on your own, shop for Italian fashion, leather, gold jewelry, Tuscan specialties and enjoy a bite to eat before we journey to back to our hotel before and freshen up for an amazing Thanksgiving Celebration. Tonight we will enjoy a spectacular evening of Thanksgiving festivities at the Villa Machiavelli, which boasts over 500 years of rich history, including being the residence of the infamous Niccolo Machiavelli. We will tour the Villa, House Museum and Cellars, which have been beautifully restored to present a warm Tuscan atmosphere with rustic charm, refined cuisine and fine wine. This evening we will discover the secrets of the Borgo with a Thanksgiving Feast of Tuscan delights, live musical entertainment and a never-ending flow of wine!

DAY 6 - Pisa

Following breakfast and hotel check out, we journey east to visit one of Italy’s most famous and iconic buildings, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Built in the 12th century, on the so called Field of Miracles, this bell tower is treasured by Italian’s as an architectural wonder. We then travel back north, passing the impressive quarries of Carrara marble, back through the alpine regions of Switzerland into Germany.

Thanksgiving Evening of Tuscan Delights

Festivities at the Villa Machiavelli

Tour of Villa, House Museum and Cellars, followed by an exquisite four-course Tuscan meal, live musical entertainment, and unlimited wine and water.

Antipasti

Charcuterie featuring Tuscan pecorino cheese, salami and cured meats, accompanied with seasonal Vegetables

Pasta

Ravioli Tartufo

Handmade ravioli filled with ricotta cheese and spinach accompanied by truffle cream sauce

Penne Arrabbiata con Carne

Spicey tomato sauce with meat and penne pasta

Carne

Bistecca alla Fiorentina

Regional specialty of herb-marinated, grilled porterhouse steak accompanied by rosemary seasoned oven roasted potatoes

Dolce

Selection of classical Italian desserts such as Tiramisu (coffee cream cake), Panforte (fruit cake), Torte de la Nona (custard pie)

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Before Your Go

Trip Details

Prices

€999 Adults & Youths
Є849 Children up to and including 11 years
Tour is not recommended for children under 3.

Departure Dates

20 - 25 Nov

Sold Out

Please note that the listed dates may be subject to change due to COVID-19 travel restrictions, safety or limitations in being able to provide a quality of travel experience. For complete details regarding our response to COVID-19 and please see below.

COVID-19 Info Page

Pick Up Time

Departs 0530
Returns 2400 (midnight)

Pick Up Location

Ramstein AFB, Main Chapel Parking Lot
Day Tours: Park toward center of the lot.
Overnight Tours: Park in the overnight parking area.
Tour guide will provide parking passes.

Included

Modern tour bus with AC / WC / DVD
5 x overnight at 1st class hotels
5 x buffet breakfast at hotel
Boat ride round trip in Venice
Excursion to the bay of Naples (Pompeii + Sorrento)
City sightseeing of Venice, Rome, Florence and Pisa
Hotel & city taxes
Services of driver and HORIZON tour guide

Not Included.....(prices may vary)

Gondola Ride in Venice € 35
Entry Colisseum € 21
Tuscan Dinner € 59
Roman Dinner € 45
Entry & guided tour of Pompeii excavations € 25
Boat ride from Sorrento to Naples € 15
Lunch Sorrento € 23
Single room supplement €300
Cancellation Insurance: Adults €84

(details)

Cancellation Insurance

Please note: Insurance must be purchased at time of booking or within 24 hours of placing the booking / reservation.
Horizon Tours now offers a cancellation policy to our clients for a small additional fee. .This policy extends our current policy that allows military members to cancel their tour at no cost if the member is required to perform military duty on the date(s) of the tour. The new policy covers the client (you) in the event you are unable to participate in the tour after you have made payment for any of the following stated conditions:

1. Death of the client (or client’s spouse, child, or parent within 4 weeks of the date of the scheduled tour).

2. Illness of the client (or the client’s spouse, child, or parents) that prevents the client from participating in the tour and requires the client to care for their spouse, child, or parent. (Certification from a medical doctor is required). 3. Required military duty of the client’s spouse or parent if the client is traveling with the military member. This condition expands on our current policy that allows a refund if the client is a military member and is required to perform military duty during the date(s) of the scheduled tour. In this case, the military member’s spouse and /or children would be permitted to cancel the tour and be entitled to a full refund (less cancellation policy fee) if they did not wish to take the tour without their spouse/parent.

In the event you cancel a tour for any of the above stated conditions, Horizon Tours will refund the full amount of your tour price (less the cancellation policy fee). The cancellation fee listed in our pamphlet is per person.

Additional Info

This tour involves extensive walking, please bring comfortable shoes for sightseeing. Physical disabilities that restrict mobility may limit your ability to participate in some of the planned itinerary.
Prices listed are per person, double room occupancy.
Triple rooms may be available upon request.
Please review our Cancellation Policy and Terms & Conditions prior to booking your trip.

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Tuscan Gourmet Foods

Be sure to check out our gallery and Know Before You Go info!

Italian Delights

4 days / 3 overnights

Sensational Scenery

Alpine, lakeside, seaside, countryside, metropolitan
Culinary Delights

Gourmet meals & food shopping, Chianti & Olive Oil Tasting
Cities & Sites

Lake District, Pesciera, Venice, Tuscany, Sienna, Florence
COVID-19 Friendly

Planned with your safety and comfort as top priority

Venice & Tuscany ... waiting to be discovered

The romance of Italy, the people, the landscapes, that have inspired artists for centuries are yours to discover on this amazing journey. Join in and explore Italy’s enchanting cultural legacy, from timeless architecture to culinary pleasures and the seductive beauty of its countryside.

Itinerary

Day 1: Swiss Alps & Lake District

Following an early morning departure, we head south along the Rhine, then across the scenic Swiss Alps, reaching the turquoise colored Lake Garda by late-afternoon. Here, we explore the coastal town of Pesciera, with its lake side promenade, gelato places, cafés and shops. For dinner, perhaps enjoy a delicious, real Italian Pizza, made in a wood-fired oven. Later in the evening, we depart the Lake Region for a short drive to Venice where we check-in to our hotel and spend the night.

Day 2: Venice

After breakfast at our hotel and check-out, we cruise across the Venetian Lagoon, via private boat, to St. Mark’s Square in the heart of Venice. The palatial residences seem to float on the water and gondolas bob beneath the bridges. We will sightsee on foot, followed by free time where you can explore on your own, and perhaps take a gondola ride along the Grand Canal. Today, a lunch of Venetian specialties is included, such as Spaghetti with clams, mixed fried fish and salad, finished with desert. Following lunch, around mid-afternoon, we depart Venice and begin our scenic drive to Tuscany, where we will check-in to our hotel.

Day 3: Tuscany & Sienna

After breakfast at our hotel, we will travel through the picturesque Tuscan countryside, the winding roads, rolling hills, along vineyards, olive groves and past medieval fortresses. Upon arrival in Siena, we will walk through the ancient, narrow streets lined with rustic, medieval brick buildings. We will visit the amazing 13th century cathedral, then, on to the Piazza del Campo, site of the biannual Pallio, Siena’s popular medieval style horse race. After the sightseeing there will be free time to explore and to shop for Siena’s delicious specialties, such as cantuccinis, biscottis, peccorino cheeses and truffeled salami. In the early afternoon, we depart Siena and travel back through the Chianti wine region. A wine and olive oil tasting at the La Tancia winery will be both, a fun and an educative experience. Before we depart, there will be opportunities to purchase some wines and oil to take back home. After some time to relax at our hotel, join in our Special 4-course, Tuscan Gala Dinner with live music and wine. Our feast begins first a buffet with a large variety of appetizers (antipasti), then ravioli with truffles, followed by prime rib as main course and later, a choice of deserts.

Day 4: Florence

Discover Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and the city of Art. See the magnificent cathedral and sculpture studded Signoria Square. After our guided walking tour, there will be free time to explore, shop for souvenirs or enjoy a bite to eat. If time permits, you may want to visit the Accademia Museum to see Michelangelo’s statue of David. In the early afternoon we must depart this magnificent city and begin our trip home with an estimated midnight arrival at Ramstein.

Before You Go

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Lake Garda
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Venice
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Sienna
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Chianti wine region
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Florence