Enjoy three of Italy's most popular cities: Rome, Florence, and Venice. This vacation includes a choice of centrally located hotels in all three cities, services of a Local Host, and half-day sightseeing tours with a Local Guide (including headsets). In Rome, visit St. Peter's Basilica and Square, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and Roman Forum. In Florence, visit Michelangelo's David, the cathedral, and Signoria Square. In Venice, enjoy St. Mark's Basilica and Square, Doges' Palace and the Bridge of Sighs, and watch a glassblowers' demonstration. Travel between the cities via the Eurostar train (first-class). Various optional excursions are available.

HOTELS
Rome: Cicerone, A superior standard downtown hotel with 250 rooms, located in the center of the Prati area and within pleasant walking distance along the Tiber to historic Castel Sant'Angelo. All rooms are fully air-conditioned and have private bath, satellite TV, phone, and minibar. The hotel has an elegant restaurant, cozy sitting rooms, and an American bar.

Florence: Boscolo Astoria (Tue. dep.), A superior first-class hotel in a former palazzo, including original frescos. Situated in the heart of Florence with 98 elegant rooms all equipped with air-conditioning, cable TV, safe, and minibar. Typical Tuscan dishes and local wines are offered in the hotel's restaurant and wine bar.

Florence: Albani (Sat. dep.), A luxurious superior first-class hotel close to the historic heart of the city. All 102 air-conditioned rooms provide modern comforts, private bath, TV, minibar, and safe. The elegant restaurant and American bar offer the finest Italian and international specialties.

Venice: Monaco & Grand Canal (Tue. dep.), Formerly a 17th-century Venetian palazzo, this sumptuous superior standard overlooks the Grand Canal and is only a few steps from St. Mark's Square. The 100 air-conditioned rooms are furnished in grand style with all modern facilities, and the hotel boasts one of the city's finest restaurants. With an outdoor terrace, the elegant "Grand Canal" restaurant offers fine cuisine in a delightful atmosphere.

Venice: Starhotels Spendid Venice (Sat. dep.), An intimate superior standard within a building dating from the 18th century, situated very close to St. Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge. The hotel has 166 rooms, recently refurbished with all comforts, air-conditioning, private bath, satellite TV, telephone, and minibar. The restaurant offers international cuisine and typical local dishes.