Explore Honeymoon Destinations: Italy

Capri & Amalfi Coast
Visit two of the most famous places in Italy in one day – the breathtaking Amalfi Coast and beautiful Capri Island. On this dual excursion you will: Board a jetfoil for a 45-minute cruise to the wonderful island of Capri. Take a funicular up to the center of Capri. Follow your guide to the Augustus Gardens for a spectacular view over Marina Piccola and the Faraglioni rocks. Spend some time on your own wandering around the numerous elegant boutiques and cafes. Enjoy a tasty Italian Lunch served with wine at a local restaurant. Return down to the harbor by funicular. Board a private motorboat for 1¼ hour cruise along the scenic Amalfi Coast. Pass by the natural protected area of Ieranto Bay and the picturesque village of Positano. Arrive at Amalfi, situated at the mouth of a deep gorge along the coast. Follow your guide into Amalfi’s main square. Stop to see the magnificent façade of the 12th century cathedral. Enjoy some time on your own to explore this famous maritime village and take photographs. Drive above the hills of the Amalfi Coast and the motorway for approximately 1½ hours back to your ship. Visit the cameo factory if time permits.
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Florence & Pisa
Spend a full day among the many great treasures of Florence and Pisa and discover why few other travel experiences can match this journey. On this exciting excursion you will: After a motor coach journey of approximately 1½ hours, your walking tour of the majestic city of Florence begins. View the outside of the red domed, 15th century Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore (Duomo), the Baptistery, famous for its carved bronze doors, and the striking Campanile Bell Tower. Continue past Piazza della Signoria, an open-air art gallery overlooked by the imposing Palazzo Vecchio. Some major Italian artists, including a copy of Michelangelo’s David, adorn this unique square with wonderful statues. Enjoy the picturesque Piazza Santa Croce where you will have an exterior view of its famous church, erected in 1296 and housing famous tombs and monuments. Take a photo opportunity at the 14th century Ponte Vecchio Bridge, lined with shops selling gold and silver. After a typical Italian lunch in a local Florence restaurant, you will make your 1.5 hour journey to Pisa where you will be guided around Miracle Square visiting the inside of the Romanesque Cathedral and the round shaped Baptistery. Enjoy a special inside visit to the striking Leaning Tower of Pisa, the most famous tower in the world, only recently opened once more. Due to its inclination and beauty, the Tower has been the object of very special attention. Don't miss the 294-step climb to reach the top of the Tower.
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Padua & Brenta Riviera
Appreciate the scenic beauty as you drive along the Riviera del Brenta, linking Venice with the provincial capital of Padua. On this informative excursion you will: Enjoy a scenic drive along the River Brenta to see the magnificent gardens of Villa Pisani and then to one of Italy’s most important art cities, Padua. On the way to Padua, you will pass by several beautiful villas before proceeding through the town of Mira and Dolo, a well known shoe manufacturing center. Soon reach the village of Stra where a short stop will allow you to visit the beautiful gardens of Villa Pisani. Built in the 1700’s for the Pisani family, the villa is noted not only for its decorated interior, but also for the extensive grounds, highlighted by a famous maze. Finally, arrive in Padua, better known as the city of St. Anthony. The art panorama is dominated by the figure of Giotto, who left in Padua some of his masterpieces. Be guided on a walking tour that will take you through the town center and allow you to see a selection of beautiful piazza’s where a busy, fresh products’ market operates daily, and one that incorporates the Torre dell’Orologio (Clock Tower) with its astronomical clock dating back to year 1344. Approximate time for guided portion is 1 hour 45 minutes. Also visit St. Anthony’s Church, the huge basilica decorated with Byzantine domes and minaret towers. The church holds the tomb of St. Anthony and is the object of pilgrimages from all over the world. View and admire in the square in front of the church, Donatello’s 15th century bronze statue of mercenary Gattamelata, a masterpiece that greatly influenced sculpture during the Italian Renaissance era.
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Tour of Florence/ Lunch
Sightseeing in Florence is a rewarding and enriching experience. Visit the wondrous churches and art galleries for a fascinating insight into the history of the city. Considered to be the cradle of the Renaissance, Florence is home to works by many of the movements leading artists . The Basilica di Santa Croce Florence’s principal church and, Palazzo della Signoria, the town hall, are wonderful examples of Renaissance architecture. Piazza del Duomo and Bargello Palace also reflect the spirit of Renaissance that redefined the concept of art in Europe. This tour includes a visit to Galleria dell’Accademia home to Michelangelo’s David, as well as a drive to Piazzale Michelangelo, from where you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. This sightseeing tour in Florence is the perfect way to experience the magic of the Renaissance city.
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Vatican City
he tour itinerary takes visitors through the most significant cultural and religious areas within the Vatican Museums: the Pio Clementino (classical antiquity), the Geographical Maps and Tapestries Galleries (Renaissance art), the Raphael’s Rooms and The Sistine Chapel. Experience Michelangelo’s famous Creation of Adam with your own eyes as you explore the Sistine Chapel and wander Raphael’s Rooms. Be humbled by the imposing beauty of Saint Peter’s Basilica, where you will encounter another of Michelangelo’s masterpieces, La Pietà. Admire the magnificent Saint Peter’s Square, as your guide points Bernini’s ingenious use of optical illusion.
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1 night in a Pensione
We will live like the locals, by staying in a rustic, farmhouse bed & breakfast in the Italian countryside....Kelly will milk the cows, and David will drink Grappa for breakfast
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A Couple of Evening Meals
When we first went to Rome, trattorias served cheap multi-course meals to budget travelers. But in the past few years, just as some pubs in Britain have been reimagined as gastropubs, many of Rome's casual, streetside restaurants have been taken over by young, classically trained chefs who work with the vernacular dishes but use fresh, seasonal ingredients and a degree of innovation unheard to Arthur Frommer's Europe on $5 a Day set. Imagine a paper tablecloth, a jug of cool wine, a handsome waiter in a clean white apron, house-made pasta in a light sauce with winter vegetables. Hmmmm…and all around us, Rome, on a crisp winter night!
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A Day in Pompeii
We'll take the train, the Circumvesuviana Railway, 15 miles from Naples to Pompeii. It will be fun to explore the villas, temples and crooked streets of this city destroyed in 79AD. The archaeological site is enormous, so we'll need lunch in the cafeteria to keep us going. I also understand that the souvenir shops flanking the entrance to the site are chock full of reproductions of ancient sculpture, Roman glass, etc., ranging from the hideous to the 'must have.' This day in Pompeii is the complete package--transport, admission, lunch and shopping!
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A Night Out
An evening out on the town is always fun. Naples abounds in cultural opportunities. There will be performances in concert halls, churches and even the opera to choose from. Schedules aren't set yet, so we'll have to punt when we arrive. I bet the concierge at the Excelsior can help us.
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A Room with a View
We wanted to stay near the top of the Spanish Steps. It’s a beautiful, stylish neighborhood that’s close to everything. We’ve chosen the Albergo Internazionale on the Via Sistina. The Internazionale incorporates ancient Roman elements with Victorian painted ceilings and Venetian chandeliers. We've been corresponding with the booking clerk, Nicolo, and the hotel has offered us a charming, quiet room at the back of the hotel with a terrace and views out over the Borghese Gardens. Our budget prefers a room on the first floor facing the street. Help us climb the stairs.
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