Rome, Italy – Spend four days and three nights in the "Eternal City." Rome is the capital of Italy and is rich in history, art and culture. The center of Rome is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to some of the world’s best known works of art and monuments. This exciting excursion, available for $725, includes round-trip transportation and a stop en route in Assisi. The site of many pilgrimages, Assisi is a quaint Umbrian hill town filled with art treasures from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. St. Francis was born here and is buried in the crypt of the Basilica’s lower church. The Basilica of San Francesco de’ Assisi is now a World Heritage Site with incredible frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue. The excursion also includes three-nights hotel accommodation; entrances to the Vatican Museums, the Forum and the Colosseum with English-speaking guides; a group meal; daily breakfast and the services of an AIFS tour manager. A minimum of 15 participants is required.
Venice, Italy – Enjoy three days and two nights in Venice, Italy. Venice is often called the "city of bridges" and is world-famous for its canals. Venice is a romantic city with basilicas and palaces, artists and musicians, fine shopping and excellent food. Cruise on the Grand Canal, stroll through St. Mark’s Square, cross the Bridge of Sighs on your way to visit the famous Doges’ Palace. The included water bus pass provides the opportunity to travel to some of the nearby Venetian islands. You have the opportunity to see glass blowers in Murano, view the traditionally painted houses and lace making in Burano or sit on Atila the Hun's stone chair in Torcello. The excursion includes round-trip transportation, two nights hotel accommodation in twin rooms with daily breakfast, a half-day guided walking tour including St. Mark’s, entrance to the Doges' Palace and the services of an AIFS tour manager for $595. A minimum of 15 participants is required.
Pisa, Italy - On this one-day escorted day trip, you'll visit the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the cathedral and baptistery, and the Campo Santo, which form an incredibly beautiful group and are exquisite examples of Romanesque architecture. The 200-foot-tall bell tower with its 15-foot lean is world famous and delightful to photograph. The day trip is available for $25, which is payable on-site in Florence.