Day 1 - Explore the alleys and cruising the canals. Meet tour group at 5:00 at the hotel.
Day 2 - Explore Venice on your own
Day 3 - Say "ciao" to Venice, and drive to Bolzano, in Italy's Alps, to experience a blend of Austrian and Italian cultures.
Day 4 - Explore the trails of the Dolomites, or walk around town.
Day 5 - Take the bus/train to the Italian Riviera, home of five pastel beach towns, and stylish resorts.
Day 6 - Get some sun on the beach or explore the stairways and alleyways. Enjoy fresh air and panoramic views.
Day 7 - Take the train/bus to the Renaissance city of Florence, Europe's cultural capital.
Day 8 - sightsee all day.
Day 9 - take the bus into the heart of Tuscany, stopping to stroll down the streets of a small hill town on the way to Assisi, the hometown of St. Francis.
Day 10 - Wander through the charming town of Assisi.
Day 11 - Get an early start for the 3-hour bus ride to Rome.
Day 12 - Follow the footsteps of emperors and sightsee all day.
Day 13 - Tour ends after breakfast.
