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Hi Tony,
I hope you are well and having a great Friday! Apologies it wasn't a good time to catch up when I called.
I'm delighted to present your updated itinerary with a couple of tweaks that have enabled me to bring the price down to $5,875pp. As we discussed I wanted to keep Sorrento in as it really is going to be a special place for you guys to visit and instead, I have reduced your stay in Florence to 2 nights. I have also included a semi-private wine tour which is listed at 10 people max so I know you will still have a fantastic time while keeping that smaller group for a more intimate experience.
You'll still be departing on the same day, just leaving a day earlier due to your flights as they fluctuated so much over the last couple of days.
As I mentioned with things changing since we last looked at the itinerary I am keen to at least lock in your flights and accommodation to prevent us having to go back to the drawing board.
I'll be in the office tomorrow so let me know when works for us to catch up and hopefully get this incredible trip in your dairy!
Enjoy and speak soon.
Best wishes,
Samantha McCormack 
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This itinerary has been tailor-made for you. No two itineraries are the same and we are always able to make changes if something isn't quite right.
Wednesday 21st August 2024
Flight on UA 510
Flight on UA 510
| From | To |
|---|---|
| Newark International Airport (EWR) |
Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) |
| Departs | Arrives |
| 21-Aug-2024 20:40:00 | 22-Aug-2024 10:55:00 |
| Airline | Cabin |
| United Airlines | Economy |
Thursday 22nd August 2024
Private Vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Leon's Place
Private Vehicle from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Leon's Place
On arrival into Rome, once you have collected your baggage, head through to the arrivals hall. Here you'll be met by your driver and taken directly to the Leon's Place. Look out for a sign with your name on it!
Welcome to Rome
Welcome to Rome
A heady mix of haunting ruins, awe-inspiring art and vibrant street life, Italy’s hot-blooded capital is one of the world’s most romantic and charismatic cities.
Rome is the biggest and arguably the most fascinating city in Italy. You could spend a month here and still only scratch the surface. It’s an ancient place, packed with the relics of over two thousand years of inhabitation, yet it’s so much more than an open-air museum. Rome’s culture, food, and people make up a modern, vibrant city that is deserving of all the visitors that travel there every year. As a historic centre, it is special enough; as a contemporary European capital, it is utterly unique.
Leon's Place for 4 nights
Leon's Place for 4 nights
This stylish hotel has a real boutique feel as well as a blend of traditional charm and modern luxury. It also has an enviable setting close to the Piazza della Repubblica, Via Veneto, Villa Borghese Gardens and the Via Condotti shopping area. The cool interior features of this chic property have contrasting tones and details that blend perfectly with the building’s historic charms – this is contemporary Italian design at its finest.
The hotel is home to the glamorous ‘Visionnaire Cafè which prides itself on creative cocktails and mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres. The bar and its shaded courtyard are the perfect places to sip a refreshing glass of prosecco after a busy day spent discovering famed Roman attractions such as the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. You can also make use of the hotel’s leisure facilities which include a steamroom, Jacuzzi and massage services.
The modern feel of the rooms is reflective of the hotel as a whole. The grey and white tones and space-maximising mirror details are complemented by chic and comfortable furnishings. The Classic Rooms offer a great value choice while the Deluxe Rooms are more spacious.
Your room: Classic Room
The luminous bedrooms of Leon's Place are spacious and elegantly furnished, with a study in precious materials combined with the modernity of the spaces. Each classic room is curated in detail, with a unique design, high decorated ceilings and beautiful marble bathrooms.
Friday 23rd August 2024
Golf Cart & Drinks Evening Tour of Rome | Semi-Private
Golf Cart & Drinks Evening Tour of Rome | Semi-Private
Your Evening Golf Cart Tour of Rome is perfect if you are looking for a tour that combines history, drinks, and socializing in the heart of the city. You will enjoy this tour from the comfort of a zippy golf cart, with your expert guide taking to the steering wheel.
You will learn the art of the aperitivo, Italy’s favorite pre-dinner social tradition, as you hop on and off your golf cart while visiting local bars and seeing incredible sites along the way. You will have the chance to enjoy the aperitivo hour, end of workday drinks Italian style, by sipping on Prosecco and tasting artisanal beer from nearby Rome. Zip around this gorgeous city with a drink in hand and visit incredible sites like the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and plenty of breathtaking panoramic views. Stop at a traditional aperitivo bar with your group to enjoy a glass of wine and traditional aperitivo snacks of local meats and cheeses. Discover Rome by night in a fun, social way with your group and enjoy pre-dinner drinks at the same time!
Saturday 24th August 2024
Private Highlights Vatican Guided Tour
Private Highlights Vatican Guided Tour
Your Private Highlights Vatican Guided Tour starts by entering through the Vatican’s VIP entrance and skipping the often long lines and start your tour without any delay. This exclusive experience allows you to take in all of the Papal Palace highlights, including the vast collection of Greek & Roman statues, among them the stunning Laocoon and the inspiring Apollo Belvedere. With your private guide, you will learn the fascinating stories of the statues which occupy this charming courtyard.
Your private tour guide will weave together the fascinating history adding in the little-known stories about the Popes and the artists who walked these lavish hallways. Soak up the intriguing gossip that only a private tour guide can provide. After a thorough visit of the museums, your tour continues to the Sistine Chapel. This stunning room is home to one of the most important examples of Michelangelo’s artistic greatness. Take your time to admire the top to bottom details of this absolutely breathtaking room.
The last stop on your private Vatican tour is the stunning St. Peter’s Basilica. You will enjoy skipping another long line as your guide shares with you the masterpieces of the largest and most ornate church in the world. This magnificent tour promises to teach, entertain, and give you new insights into the wonderful art and history in Vatican City.
Monday 26th August 2024
Train from Rome Termini to Florence Santa Maria
Train from Rome Termini to Florence Santa Maria
This morning you will make your way to Rome Train Station, in time to catch your high-speed train directly down to Florence. I have quoted you first-class seats for extra space and comfort.
Train departure: 11:40 am
Train arrival: 13:17 pm
On the other side, you will catch a local taxi / Uber to your hotel, ready for a few nights in the heart of beautiful Rome.
Welcome to Florence
Welcome to Florence
Cradle of the Renaissance, romantic, enchanting and utterly irresistible, Florence (Firenze) is a place to feast on world-class art and gourmet Tuscan cuisine.
Few cities are so compact in size or so packed with extraordinary art and architecture masterpieces at every turn. The urban fabric of this small city, on the banks of the Arno river in northeastern Tuscany, has hardly changed since the Renaissance and its narrow cobbled streets are a cinematic feast of elegant 15th- and 16th-century palazzi (palaces), medieval candle-lit chapels, fresco-decorated churches, marble basilicas and world-class art museums brimming with paintings and sculptures by Botticcelli, Michelangelo et al. Unsurprisingly, the entire city centre is a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Italy's fashion industry was born and bred here. Homegrown designers Guccio Gucci and Salvatore Ferragamo opened haute-couture boutiques in Florence in the 1920s and shopping in the Tuscan capital has been stylish ever since. A-lister fashion houses lace Via de' Tornabuoni and a Pandora's box of specialist boutiques selling all manner of beautiful objects parade alongside family-run botteghe (workshops) in a glorious tangle of medieval backstreets. Watch fourth-generation Florentine goldsmiths and shoemakers at work, buy artisan scents evocative of the Florentine countryside and Tuscan sea breeze, and know the tag 'Fiorentina' is one of the finest international labels going.
Quality produce sourced locally, seasonally and sustainably is the holy trinity and Florentines share an enormous pride in their culinary tradition. Their city, surrounded by wine-rich hills, is a gourmet paradise where eating and drinking exceedingly well is mandatory. Be it a traditional bowl of earthy ribollita (bean, bread and veg soup), a tripe panino at a family-run food truck or a blue T-bone steak served in a market trattoria unchanged since 1915, dining in Florence is timeless and memorable. Raw cuisine, fish bistros, craft cocktails and the dazzling creativity of modern young Tuscan chefs add contemporary edge.
Stand on a bridge over the Arno several times in a day and the light and mood changes every time. At sunset hike to Piazzale Michelangelo to be dazzled by a palette embracing every known shade of soft pink, orange and fiery amber. Surprisingly small as it is, Florence looms large on the world's 'must-sees' list – and not just for its unmatched treasure chest of art. Rich in culture, backdropped by history and anchored by family, faith and food, the Florentine lifestyle is enviably sweet. Enjoy a go-slow afternoon passeggiata, indulge in an aperitivo at dusk, savour la dolce vita…
Grand Hotel Minerva for 2 nights
Grand Hotel Minerva for 2 nights
Welcome to the newly refurbished Grand Hotel Minerva, first class, 4-star hotel located in Florence's historic city center. We have refurbished our 97-room boutique hotel with the ambition of being the best Boutique Hotel in Florence.
The best because many of our rooms — all warm, inviting, and furnished in contemporary style — afford peerless views like that of the church and square of Santa Maria Novella and Florence's major historic buildings and monuments. Best, because you will be pampered by excellent, attentive service, provided with dedication and passion by our well-trained, helpful staff who will always greet you with a sincere smile.
We are right in the historic center of Florence in the completely renovated and pedestrianized Piazza Santa Maria Novella, brimming with vibrant restaurants and cafés and featuring a lovely new rose garden. Our perfect location is a short walk from all of Florence's main tourist attractions including Piazza del Duomo and its glorious cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza della Repubblica, the iconic David of Michelangelo, the Uffizi museum, Ponte Vecchio and Florence’s most eminent luxury shopping street, Via Tornabuoni. Other locations in walking distance include Palazzo degli Affari, the Firenze Fiera Centro Congressi, and the Fortezza Da Basso.
Staying with us means finding an oasis in the hustle and bustle of the city. You will be able to spend an entire day here, either doing something somewhere, or simply nothing everywhere. On the sixth floor is our scenic terrace with a sweeping view of Florence, a roof swimming pool (heated – 28°C / 83°F) and a pool bar where — from April to October — you can lounge, refresh, revive, and enjoy drinks and snacks. Plus, we have a fitness center with a large whirlpool and two restaurants, one of which is outdoors in the square, with a view of the façade of the church of Santa Maria Novella.
Your room: Premium Room
With contemporary style & state-of-the-art technology, your Premium Room is a simple yet elegant comfort in the heart of Florence. From 22 sq. mt. / 220 sq. ft. Very quiet, overlooking either the Santa Maria Novella Cloisters, the hotel garden, or the inner courtyard.
Tuesday 27th August 2024
Florence Wine Tour - Small Group
Florence Wine Tour - Small Group
Today you will head to the Chianti region of Tuscany for a fun day learning about wine and the local traditions of the region. Let the experts show you how traditional Chianti wine has been made for the past 3oo years.
You will be taken to a private family-run winery and will also be given a tour of the family’s cellars.
This wine tasting is not just a stuffy event of swirling and sniffing your glass. You will get the opportunity to learn the story of the winery and the family that currently lives there. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with a real, local Tuscan family.
With your English-speaking guides, you are guaranteed to go home and impress your friends with all of the knowledge you pick up on our tour. And the best part is, you won’t even feel like you are learning, it just seems like a gathering amongst old friends!
The tour begins with a trip to the vineyards to learn about and taste the different types of grapes used to make wine. After you’ve got a chance to see where the grapes are grown, we return to the winery for a guided wine tasting with wine made on-site. The tasting is followed by a delicious traditional Tuscan lunch and a tour of the wine cellar.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Tour departs at 10 am from our shop in Via Ghibellina 133 red, usually, return around 3 or 4 pm
- Comfortable, air-conditioned van transport
- Accompanied by a bi-lingual tour guide
- Lunch (vegetarian and vegan options) and wine included
Wednesday 28th August 2024
Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Naples Centrale
Train from Florence Santa Maria Novella to Naples Centrale
This morning you will make your way back to Florence Santa Maria Novella, in time to catch your high-speed train directly down to Naples. I have quoted you premium class seats for extra space and comfort.
Train departure: 10:43 am
Train arrival: 13:43 pm
On the other side, you will me bet by a fabulous Out Of Office representative, ready to be privately transferred down to the coastal town of Sorrento.
Private Transfer from Naples to Sorrento, via Pompeii
Private Transfer from Naples to Sorrento, via Pompeii
Upon arrival at Naples Train Station, you will be met by an Out Of Office representative and privately transferred to the spectacular town of Sorrento, ready for 3 nights of ultimate luxe and relaxation.
On the way, you will stop for a couple of hours at the ancient city of Pompeii. You will then continue down to Sorrento ready for an afternoon of leisure.
Stop in Pompeii
Stop in Pompeii
In 79 AD, waves of volcanic runoff and ash buried Pompeii, one of the Rome’s most active and splendid cities. The speed and magnitude of the event left the city frozen in time, preserved as it was. Today, excavations of the ancient metropolis have revealed some of the most significant insights into Roman art, customs, trades, and the brick-a-brack of everyday life. Walking the 2000-year-old streets reveals a wealth of architectural styles.
Pompeii didn’t segregate its neighborhoods based on income, so you'll find affordable apartments are next to lavish villas. The city’s best-preserved home is the House of the Vetti, where you can admire richly frescoed entertainment rooms, and a central courtyard where a pool is surrounded by a formal garden. The city enjoyed an abundance of water, and used an aqueduct-fed reservoir to supply everything from public fountains to a street-cleaning system.
Welcome to Sorrento
Welcome to Sorrento
A small resort with a big reputation, Sorrento is a town of lemons, high-pedigree hotels and plunging cliffs that cut through the heart of the historical core.
The town’s longstanding popularity stems from its location at the western gateway to the Amalfi. It’s also on the train line to Pompeii and has regular fast-ferry connections to Naples and Capri.
Tourism has a long history here. It was a compulsory stop on the 19th-century 'Grand Tour' and interest in the town was first sparked by the poet Byron, who inspired a long line of holidaying literary geniuses – including Goethe, Dickens and Tolstoy – to sample the Sorrentine air. The romance persists. Wander through Piazza Tasso on any given Sunday and you’ll be exposed to one of Italy’s finer passeggiatas (strolls), snaking past palatial hotels, magnificent marquetry shops and simple Campanian restaurants serving gnocchi alla sorrentina finished off with a shot of ice-cold limoncello.
Grand Hotel de la Ville for 3 nights
Grand Hotel de la Ville for 3 nights
Located between Piazza Antinori, at the beginning of the famous and elegant Via Tornabuoni, and the small Via delle Belle Donne, the Hotel De la Ville was born from the union of two palaces in the historic center of Florence, one of which was built around 1460 with important graffiti on the facade, still visible, made by Andrea di Cosimo Feltrini in 1579.
Following the Second World War, a part was rebuilt due to damage caused by bombing, according to the rules of conservative restoration to maintain the memory of the buildings and their past.
Your room: Comfort Room Side Sea View
The comfort double rooms at the Grand Hotel de la Ville offer a luxurious and comfortable stay for guests. The rooms are elegantly decorated with high-quality furnishings and feature a plush double bed with premium linens. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with a seating area and a work desk for added convenience.
Thursday 29th August 2024
Semi-Private Capri Tour from Sorrento
Semi-Private Capri Tour from Sorrento
Today you will enjoy a semi-private daytrip to the spectacular island of Capri.
Today's Capri Tour starts in Sorrento where you will hop on a ferry to Capri with your guide and other travelers on your semi-private tour. Famous for being the most exclusive and upmarket island in the Mediterranean, this is a day to rub elbows with the rich and possibly famous. Your local guide will have tickets ready, ensuring that you will board the morning ferry to the beautiful Island of Capri. Upon arrival, you will set off in a motor boat to go straight to the beautiful and famous Blue Grottoes. Weather permitting, you will stop at the blue grottoes and visit the interior.
Once back in the Capri port, your guide will organize an open-topped taxi to take you and your group up to the clifftop town of Anacapri. Anacapri might look like it is the top of the island, but to reach the peak you will need to take a short ski-lift ride. The view from the top of the island is just stunning and you will be able to capture unique photos of the stunning island, its crystal clear waters, and also the farther island of Ischia and the Gulf of Naples with Mt Vesuvius in the background.
Back down the hill by taxi to Capri with your local expert guide where you will enjoy a short walking tour of the town and the amazing gardens of Augustus. Your guide will leave you with suggestions for lunch (not included in the price of the tour) and some free time activities. This is sure to be the perfect day in Italy!
Saturday 31st August 2024
Private Vehicle from Grand Hotel de la Ville to Capodichino Airport
Private Vehicle from Grand Hotel de la Ville to Capodichino Airport
It's time to head home after an incredible trip through Italy. Your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and invite you into a private transfer and take you to the airport with plenty of time for you morning flight home.
Flight on UA 8989
Flight on UA 8989
| From | To |
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| Capodichino Airport (NAP) |
Franz Josef Strauss International Airport (MUC) |
| Departs | Arrives |
| 31-Aug-2024 13:10:00 | 31-Aug-2024 14:55:00 |
| Airline | Cabin |
| Lufthansa | Economy |
Flight on UA 9255
Flight on UA 9255
| From | To |
|---|---|
| Franz Josef Strauss International Airport (MUC) |
Newark International Airport (EWR) |
| Departs | Arrives |
| 31-Aug-2024 16:05:00 | 31-Aug-2024 18:45:00 |
| Airline | Cabin |
| Lufthansa | Economy |
What's Included
Your itinerary includes
- International flights
- Checked baggage included
- Seat selection
- Private transfer from Rome airport to hotel
- 4 nights at Leon’s Place, Rome
- 1x classic room, with breakfast
- 1x twin room, with breakfast
- Private golf cart tour of Rome
- Private tour of Vatican City
- First Class train from Rome to Florence
- 2 nights at the Grand Hotel Minerva, Florence
- 1x premium Room, with breakfast
- 1x twin premium Room, with breakfast
- Florence Wine Tour – Small Group
- First Class train from Florence to Naples
- Private transfer from Naples to Sorrento, via Pompeii
- 3 nights at the Grand Hotel de la Ville, Sorrento
- 1x Upgraded Side Sea View, with breakfast
- 1x Upgraded Side Sea View, with breakfast and twin beds
- Private tour to Capri
- Private transfer from hotel to Naples Airport
- 24/7 emergency concierge service
Your itinerary excludes
- Transfers to / from train stations
- Travel insurance
- Visas (if applicable)
Important Information
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It is a condition of booking with Out Of Office that you have adequate insurance cover for your trip at the time of booking. Please also ensure you have referred to our terms and conditions which can be found at www.outofoffice.com/terms-and-conditions. Please note that as each booking is tailor-made for you we only confirm the itinerary once we have received a deposit. There is a small chance that availability on some items quoted may change. If this is the case we will book similar accommodation and let you know.