Rome & Assisi including Tivoli

On arrival in Rome, we are met by our local representative before travelling by coach to our hotel in the spa town of Fiuggi, our base for the holiday.

Today we travel by coach to Ancient Rome for a guided walking tour of the Eternal City.

Our tour takes us past some of Rome's most iconic landmarks, including:

• The Colosseum (viewed from the outside)
• The Roman Forum (viewed from the outside)
• The Piazza Venezia
• The beautiful Trevi Fountain

There will be free time to enjoy lunch, browse the shops or continue exploring at your own pace before we return to Fiuggi in the late afternoon.

This morning we join our guide for a half-day excursion to Certosa di Trisulti, a historic Carthusian monastery founded by Pope Innocent III in 1204.

During our visit, we explore:

• The Church of St. Bartholomew, home to an impressive collection of artwork
• The former monastery pharmacy, an atmospheric space dating back to the 18th century
• Sarandrea, a historic herbalist and liqueur producer

The afternoon is free to enjoy the elegant spa town of Fiuggi.

• Take a stroll through its tree-lined streets
• Browse the local shops
• Relax in one of its cafés

If you choose to visit the charming hilltop old town, you'll discover cobbled streets, historic churches and beautiful views across the Lazio countryside.

Comfortable footwear is recommended.

After breakfast, we travel to Tivoli to visit the magnificent Villa d'Este, a UNESCO World Heritage Site celebrated for its:

• Renaissance architecture
• Spectacular gardens 
• Elaborate fountains

Lunch is included today at a traditional Italian restaurant.

Following our visit, there will be free time to explore Tivoli before we return to our hotel for dinner.

Today is free to spend as you choose.

Whether you prefer to relax, explore more of Fiuggi or enjoy the surrounding countryside, our guide will be happy to recommend places to visit and local attractions.

Alternatively, you may choose to join an optional full-day excursion to Castel Gandolfo, one of Italy's most picturesque villages.

Overlooking Lake Albano, Castel Gandolfo has served as the Popes' summer residence since the 17th century. During our guided visit, we'll explore the historic Papal Palace and discover more about its fascinating history.

Please note: Optional excursions are subject to minimum numbers.

After an early breakfast, we travel to the historic city of Assisi, renowned as the birthplace of St. Francis.

Our guided walking tour includes:

• An introduction to the city's rich history and remarkable architecture 
• A wine tasting at a local cellar
• Free time for lunch, shopping or further sightseeing before we return to Fiuggi later in the evening for dinner

Today offers another opportunity to enjoy Fiuggi at your own pace.

You may wish to:

• Unwind with one of the town's renowned thermal spa treatments
• Explore more of its historic streets
• Simply relax and soak up the atmosphere

For those interested in returning to Rome, our guide can advise on public transport options and places to visit.

Today we say arrivederci to Italy.

After checking out of our hotel, we transfer by coach to the airport for our return flight home, bringing our journey through Rome, Assisi and Tivoli to a close.