Railtrail Main Brochure 2022

N E W T O U R

Turin

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2 hour guided walking tour introduces the main sights and we have free time afterwards to explore the city at our own pace. The world-renowned Uffizi Gallery is home to treasures by Michelangelo, Botticelli and da Vinci, and we might like to indulge in another of Florence’s pleasures: its cuisine – Fiorentina dishes celebrate the best produce found in the region. We could enjoy an espresso coffee on Piazza Santa Croce where Michelangelo is buried, or tuck into a gelato whilst strolling across the Ponte Vecchio. (B,D) DAY 6 This morning we make our way to Lucca , one of the oldest cities in Tuscany and home of the Italian composer Puccini, where we embark on a 90 minute guided walking tour to introduce its highlights. With the imposing 16th century ramparts still wrapped around the compact village, it wears its air of uniqueness with fierce pride – it was an independent city-state until the mid-1800s. A jewel of medieval architecture, the town emanates charm and history. After our tour we spend time at leisure, discovering a maze of narrow cobbled streets, beautiful churches and a unique oval piazza. Other highlights we could explore include Puccini’s House, the Cathedral and the Palazzo Pfanner, which has a wonderful Italian-style garden and a house with 18th century frescoes in monumental halls. On our last evening we enjoy a Gala dinner followed by Vin Santo and Cantucci. (B,D)

Funicular Railway at Montecatini Terme

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DAY 7 Commencing our homeward journey, by train to Turin for a day of sightseeing in this elegant city of magnificent museums and lively cafes; after dinner stroll the famous colonnaded walkways as a finale to a relaxing holiday. (B,D) DAY 8 Travelling by TGV express direct to Paris where we board the Eurostar train to London arriving afternoon. (B)

DEPARTS

Saturday 21 May 2022

FARES From London St Pancras International: Standard Class rail travel to / from Montecatini, including Standard Eurostar Supplement for Standard Premier Eurostar upgrade return First Class rail travel to / from Montecatini, including Standard Premier Eurostar

£1595

£199

£1895 £1275

Join & Leave at Turin

Single Traveller Supplement

£215

7 nights bed, breakfast & evening meal Eurostar and rail travel to and from Italy in the class of your choice

All transfers, excursions, and admissions as detailed Services of experienced Railtrail Tour Manager Hotel Porterage GUARANTEED FARE

Viareggio Seafront and Beach

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Ponte Vecchio Bridge

Terme Tetticcio

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HOTELS

Hotel Residence Torino Centro, Turin A 3-star superior traditional hotel in an historic Liberty style building, ideally located just a short walk from Porta Susa railway station and convenient for the city centre. The spacious en-suite bedrooms offer air-conditioning, TV, safe, free Wi-Fi and hairdryer. Hotel Ercolini & Savi, Montecatini Terme An elegant 4-star hotel of Liberty-style architecture, close to the spas, shops and station in the centre of Montecatini Terme. The comfortable en-suite bedrooms are air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, minibar, TV, safe and telephone. There is a welcoming lounge and bar where guests can relax and a grand restaurant with excellent food and regional specialities being served; some of the wines even originate from the owner’s own vineyards.

Pisa’s Leaning Tower

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