From July. 1 to August. 31, 2010 you can save up to $125 per person on our brochure programs
Summer Savings are valid on all our destinations: Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Egypt, Israel, Jordan and our River Cruises.
Contact our Call Center to take advantage of the Summer Savings on a wide selection of our brochure programs.
Other Specials to consider:
GROUPS, FAMILIES & FRIENDS 1 free Land or Land/Cruise for every 15 paid passengers traveling together on Louis Cruises 1 free Cruise for every 9 paid adult passengers travelling together on select Europe River Cruises.
4th or 5th NIGHT FREE Enjoy 1 night FREE for every 3 or 4 paid nights at select hotels in Rome,Florence and Venice. (Indicated in red.)
KIDS SAIL FREE Kids, 16 years and under, cruise FREE when sharing a cabin with two adults on Louis Cruises. Children only pay port taxes.
Central Holidays Amenities Every traveler on our escorted tours, cruises and independent packages (as featured) will receive: • travel bag • travel wallet • luggage tags • hotellist • travel tips • sightseeing information • Global Discount Phone card with prices as low as 99 cents per minute • Duty-Free shopping card • special international cell phone offer... and much more!
Note: Summer Savings are valid for new bookings received between July. 1 and August. 31, 2010, for travel July. 1, 2010 to Mar. 31, 2011. Summer Savings are valid on select programs as they appear in all our brochures: Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Greece, Turkey, Cyprus, Egypt & Enchanting River Cruises. Summer Savings are based on $50 per person on Independent & River Cruise programs and $125 per person on motorcoach programs. Some programs may not qualify for the Summer Savings offer - please contact our call center for a list of eligible programs. This offer is not combinable with other offers or promotions. Other exclusions & restrictions may apply.
Florence, Italy is one of the most fascinating, beautiful and attractive cities in the world. Italians refer to it as one of Italy's most distinctive and pleasurable cities; retaining its historical feel and style. Florence is a city not to be missed by anyone traveling to Europe. It is full of remarkable art, architecture, history and people. "Florence at Leisure" is a 5 day, 3 night independent trip that allows the visitor to explore the city at their leisure. The third day offers a half-day guided city tour with assistance by a Central Holidays representative. Your morning tour begins at the splendid Duomo crowned with the magnificent Brunelleschi dome, the Baptistry, with its exquisite golden doors by Ghiberti, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Piazza Della Signoria, the Academia Museum, and the enchanting Piazzale Michelangelo, affording splendid panoramic views of the domes and red-tiled roofs of the city. This afternoon is free for you to explore Florence's lovely shops and boutiques.
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3 nights at hotel of your choice (double occupancy)
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Half-day guided city tour
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Travel bag, one per person
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Document holder and luggage tags
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Hotel taxes and service charges
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Transfers on arrival and departure
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Sightseeing and excursions are available in Florence
Day 1 Depart USA
Evening departure. Meals and refreshments served on board.
Day 2 Florence
Morning arrival into Florence's Peretola Airport. Transfer on your own to the hotel of your choice. Balance of the day is at leisure. After unpacking, you may want to sample your first sights of the Cradle of the Renaissance, while leisurely promenading about the city. No matter what you decide to do, your Central Holidays local representative will give you invaluable assistance.
Day 3 Florence
Today you'll see examples of an age of abounding creativity. Your morning tour begins at the splendid il Duomo, crowned with the magnificent Brunelleschi dome; the Baptistry, with its exquisite golden doors by Ghiberti; Giotto's Bell Tower; the Piazza Della Signoria; the Accademia Museum, and the enchanting Piazzale Michelangelo, with its splendid panoramic views of the domes and red-tiled roofs of the city. This afternoon is free for you to explore Florence's lovely shops and boutiques. (B)
Day 4 Florence
Full day for your own activities. The city is a museum in itself with endless possibilities: Michelangelo's David in the Accademia, the Uffizi Gallery, or perhaps optional excursions to Siena, San Gimignano, or Pisa. (B)
Day 5 Florence to USA (or extend your stay)
After breakfast, you'll transfer on your own to Florence's Peretola Airport for your return flight home, arriving the same day. (B)
Daily US Departures: for 2010 & 2011
Now that you have chosen your package, the following chart below shows “Land Only” rates. To add your airfare, go to Book your Package, select "Flight + Land", select your departure date and departure city and you will add our most competitive airfares to your land price.
Rates (except cruise portion) indicated on the website are subject to currency fluctuations. The correct price is available by either booking your reservation online or through our Call Center at 1-800-935-5000.
Once we have received your deposit, the price is guaranteed from any future fluctuations in the rate of exchange.
Special Airfares are available for this selected packages.
Plus applicable airport taxes and fees.
Price is per person based on double occupancy and may vary according to hotel seasonality, weekend surcharges, holidays and local events. Rates for Single/Triple/Children and additional nights in Venice are available. A SELECTION OF OTHER HOTELS IS AVAILABLE.
Half-day afternoon Uffizi Gallery $85This Tour is Available from:Florence
Afternoon Tour Departure time: 2:30pm Schedule: Daily. Duration: 3 hours
Highlights: Fiesole, to visit Franciscan Church of Santa Croce, burial site of Machiavelli, Galileo, Michelangelo, Rossini and Galleria Degli Uffizi for paintings by Leonardo, Giotto, Michelangelo, Botticelli, Raffaello. On Mondays, the visit of the Uffizi will be replaced by a visit of Palazzo Vecchio
Half-day Chianti $81This Tour is Available from:Florence
Chianti Departure time: 2:15pm Schedule: From November to March on Wednesdays only. From April to October on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays only Duration: 4 hours
Highlights: Visit to Chianti Classico wine producing area and local wine cellars for wine tasting. See the Tuscan countryside, famous for its green valleys, cypress trees, vineyards and olive groves.
Half-day morning city tour $85This Tour is Available from:Florence
Morning Tour Departure time: 9:30am Schedule: Daily Duration: 3 hours
Highlights: Piazzale Michelangelo for city view, Accademia Delle Belle Arti with David by Michelangelo, Cathedral complex with Brunelleschi s Cupola, Giotto s Bell Tower, and Baptistry. On Mondays, the visit of the Accademia will be replaces by a visit of the Bargello Museum or of the Medici Chapels
Half-day Pisa $81This Tour is Available from:Florence
Pisa Departure time: 2:00pm Schedule: From November to March: on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays only. From April to October: Daily. Duration: 5 hours
Highlights: Visit Pisa and its Piazza dei Miracoli where the Leaning Tower, the Cathedral and the Baptistry are located.
Full-day Siena and San Gimignano $112This Tour is Available from:Florence
Siena and San Gimignano Departure time: 9:15am Schedule:From November to March: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays only. From April to October: Daily Duration: 9 hours
Highlights: In Siena, visit Cathedral, Piazza del Campo, Palazzo Comunale, Libreria Piccolomini and Museo del Duomo. After free time for lunch on your own, visit San Gimignano, famous for its medieval towers and magnificent views.