From Byzantine to Pre-Renaissance

It’s time to explore some unique and popular city in Italy and explore some pre-renaissance paintings. Know the history of Italy’s old Byzantine Art and culture and various world famous monuments through a guided tour.

Overview

Trip Highlights

  • Visit some popular sights and enjoy delicious Italian foods.
  • Witness the unique structure of the twin leaning towers.
  • Visit one of the most magnificent hilltop towns in Italy.
  • Enjoy Italian nightlife.

Trip at a Glance

Day 1: Venice- Guided sightseeing tour to different popular places. Visit Bologna then to Ravenna.

Day 2:Ravenna- A guided city tour to discover Church of San Petronia, the twin leaning tower and more.

Day 3: Ravenna- Morning city tour and visit to the funeral destination of Dante Alighieri.

Day 4: Ravenna to Urbino- A day to enjoy the stunning view in San Marino.

Day 5: Urbino- Visit National Gallery and other places.

Day 6: Urbino to Florence- After city tour for shopping.

Day 7: Florence- a Guided trip to Uffizi gallery.

Day 8: Florence- Enjoy your free time.

Day 9: Catch the flight for home.

Programs

DAY 01 VENICE / PADOVA/ BOLOGNA/ RAVENNA

Post departing from Venice for Padova, to witness the very popular sight Cappella degli Scrovegni (1303), Basilica di Sant’Antonio, the Donatello’s statue of the mercenary leader Gattamelata, Piazza dei Signori and Palazzo Della Ragione. Next move is to Bologna. Bologna is known for its food all over Italy, and thus called “the Fat.” And, University, Europe’s oldest city has earned the tag “The learned.”

DAY 02 BOLOGNA /RAVENNA

Post breakfast city tour includes Piazza Nettuno, Church of San Petronio, Palazzo dell’Archiginnasio, Torre Garisenda and Torre degli Asinelli, the twin leaning towers. Next move is for Ravenna to have the Dinner and night stay.

DAY 03 RAVENNA

Post breakfast city tour includes Basilica di San Vitale, Mausoleo di Galla Placidia, Piazza del Popolo (packed with antique buildings), Battistero Neoniano, Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. Next Visit is to Tomba di Dante, the funeral destination of Dante Alighieri, the Florentine poet who died in the city in 1321. Have the Dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 04 RAVENNA/ SAN MARINO/ URBINO

Post breakfast departure is to San Marino an independent Republic, and magnificent hilltop town, providing a great view of accomplishing feel. Post lunch departure is to Urbino, which used to be Europe’s great Renaissance court. At present, Urbino is one of Italy’s most buzzed secrets, being most renowned in comparison with many other popular towns. Have the Dinner and overnight.

DAY 05 URBINO

Post breakfast morning city tour includes Palazzo Ducale, the most renowned Renaissance Palace by Laurana, National Gallery (having 3 of the greatest Raphael’s masterpieces). Next visit is to Casa Natale di Raffaello, post afternoon break, dinner and overnight.

DAY 06 URBINO / AREZZO / FLORENCE

Move for Arezzo post breakfast and stop over at Monterchi to witness one of the most popular and explicit fresco by Piero Della Francesca, La Madonna del Parto. Afternoon city trip includes Piazza Grande oddly sloping square and Santa Maria a magical 12th cent Church. Next move is to Florence for Dinner and overnight.

DAY 07 FLORENCE

Go for a guided trip to Uffizi Gallery post breakfast. Relax in the afternoon, have Dinner and overnight.

DAY 08 FLORENCE

Have breakfast. And relax whole day.

DAY 09 DEPARTURE

Get the flight and back home.

Location