Sample Accommodations
Hotel Riviera / Venice / Days 1-4
The Hotel Riviera is a recently restored historical building facing St. Mark's Lagoon. Located close to the vaporetto stop that takes you straight to St. Mark's Square, the hotel offers wonderful views of Venice. Guests can enjoy breakfast on the veranda, have a drink at the piano bar or browse the gift shop for some of the true gems of Venetian culture.
Hotel Corona D'Italia / Florence / Days 5-7
Only steps from the Santa Maria Novella train station, Hotel Corona d'Italia boasts a privileged position in the heart of the San Lorenzo district, which for centuries has been the crossroads of the commercial and artistic cultures in Florence. Laid out over three floors, Hotel Corona d'Italia is housed in an nineteenth-century palace. Its interior, decorated with beautiful Florentine ceramics and elegant stucco cornices, are large and filled with light. The American Bar is a perfect place to relax and plan out explorations while drinking a satisfying espresso or a liqueur.
Hotel Nord Nuova Roma / Rome / Days 8-12
The Hotel Nord is a period building built in 1935 and has recently undergone a total renovation. Due to its central location in the heart of Rome near the Termini Railway Station, the many interesting sites in Rome - such as the Trevi Fountain, the Opera House, the baths of Diocletian and the new National Museum of Rome - are but a short walk away. All 157 rooms of Hotel Nord Nuova Roma on 7 floors have been completely soundproofed and beautifully furnished with the most up-to-date comforts, such as air conditioning, direct-dial telephones, mini-bar, and color TV. The hotel has preserved its unique 1930's-era style with marble and hardwood flooring and its many art deco and classical art prints.
Please note: The hotels listed above are the ones we use on the majority of departure dates. While all hotels listed are subject to change, the style and quality of your individual hotel will be consistent with the ones listed above.