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Capri Island in Naples, Italy

The Colosseum in Rome

of Ireland and you'll experience many
on the itinerary, including afternoon
tea in a handsome 16th-century home.
Explore history-rich Limerick, Galway,
Donegal and take the sublime drive
along the Ring of Kerry, its sheer cliffs
facing the vast ocean.
From lush and dramatic landscapes
to the warm and friendly locals, Ireland
will likely leave an indelible mark on your
soul. You'll wonder what took you so
long to visit the Emerald Isle.

Italian Appeal
Visitors often start a life-long love
affair with Italy on their first trip to
this land of delicious cuisine, art and
enchanting landscapes. Trafalgar's "Best
of Italy" itinerary is an ideal way to
begin as it offers you a sampling of 15
cities to amore.
Begin in the Eternal City of Rome,
and see Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel
masterpiece and the wonders of the
Vatican. Cross the Tiber River to explore

vestiges of ancient Rome and take in
the glorious Colosseum and the Circus
Maximus, where you can almost hear the
sound of the pounding hooves of chariot
horses. An emotional visit follows to
mountaintop Cassino and its centuriesold Benedictine Abbey, the site of a tragic
World War II battle.
Amidst ruins of Pompeii, local guides
bring to life Roman civilization at the
time of the 79 A.D. volcanic eruption.
A boat trip on the Bay of Naples to
dreamy Capri is a chance to sit back and
enjoy the views of the Italian coastline
before exploring the island, dotted with
charming boutiques and piazzas.
Head north for a stop at Assisi, where
medieval cobblestone streets lead to the
13th-century Basilica of St. Francis,
which has stunning frescoes in the burial
place of the saint.
Don't miss a chance to explore
romantic Venice, with unforgettable
sights by private boat that sails postcardperfect canals, watch glass-makers
and explore St. Mark's Square. In the
evening enjoy la dolce vita - the Italian
"sweetness of life" - with an aperitivo
and cicchetti, Venetian appetizers.
Traveling across the northern Italy

you'll reach Milan and discover its
breathtaking cathedral, the famous La
Scala opera house and take an excursion
to Italy's beautiful lake district at the foot
of the Alps.
Lake Como is spectacular with its
postcard-perfect lakeside villages. At a
small island in the middle of equally
beautiful nearby Lake Maggiore, you
can explore the stunning palace of the
Borromean princes (open seasonally).
Explore Tuscany, starting with Pisa
and its iconic Leaning Tower and then
arrive in the heart of the Renaissance
capital of Florence.
Take in the panorama from Piazzale
Michelangelo where the view of the
marble Duomo - with Brunelleschi's
awesome dome - at sunset is
unforgettable.
At the charming hill town of San
Gimignano, centuries-old towers
overlook piazzas, medieval lanes and
13th-century walls. This taste of Italy will
whet your appetite for seeing even more
of this culturally rich land.
Whichever you choose, Iceland,
Ireland or Italy, you're bound to return
home with a treasure trove of memories
- and ready for your next adventure.

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