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Italy and Greece Day 1 Depart Day 7 Rome
Depart from the USA on your overnight flight to Italy!
Rome is called “The Eternal City” because the ancient
Day 2 Athens Romans believed that no matter what empires rose
Arrive in Athens, meet your Encore Tour Manager and fell, Rome would endure forever. Today’s panoramic
and begin to explore this enchanting, ancient city. drive of the city is a great introduction to the many
Perhaps stop for a plate of honey-soaked, cinnamon- phases of Roman history. Our local expert accompanies
spiced loukoumades while you stroll through the winding you through the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine
streets of this cradle of civilization. Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, giving commentary via
Day 3 Athens – concert personal headsets. The best part is that these are timed
Greet the day with a guided sightseeing tour that entrances, meaning you’ll breeze right by the long lines
reveals the glories of ancient Greece. Ascend to the facing other tourists. You’ll also go inside the iconic and
top of the Acropolis and visit the iconic Parthenon, historic Colosseum with a local guide (another line-
which dominates the city and stands as a powerful avoiding timed reservation) and learn the many stories
and impressive memorial to the remarkable civilization of this nearly 2,000-year-old Roman landmark that’s
that built it. Then view the Agora, followed by a stroll considered one of the architectural wonders of the
through the Acropolis Museum, a modern architectural ancient world. Enjoy dinner together this evening.
jewel. This afternoon rehearse for tonight’s debut Day 8 Rome - concert
performance! This morning is yours to further explore Rome at your
Florence Day 4 Athens/Delphi/Ferry own pace. Rejoin your group this afternoon for your final
rehearsal and concert at a local venue!
Travel to mythical Delphi, the hallowed site whose
oracle once gave advice to statesmen and generals. Visit Day 9 Depart
the Temple of Apollo, the Delphi Archaeological Museum, Depart for the USA.
featuring artifacts unearthed during local excavations,
and the stadium. You’ll enjoy lunch with a scenic view Extension Options:
of the valley below. Continue to Patras to board the - Add 2 nights with concert in Nauplia, between Athens and
Rome Bari overnight ferry to Bari, Italy. overnight ferry, via Olympia or Epidaurus.
Sorrento Day 5 Bari/Sorrento – concert - Add 2 nights with concert in Florence, between Sorrento
and Rome
Once you land in Bari, travel through the olive groves
of southern Italy towards Sorrento. You’ll stop at a
working mozzarella farm and learn first-hand how this
creamy cheese is made, from ingredients to production
to taste. Later, arrive in Sorrento, get settled and begin
to explore this coastal gem. This afternoon, rehearse for
your next concert performance!
Athens Day 6 Sorrento/Pompeii/Rome
Visit the excavated city of Pompeii with a local guide
giving commentary via personal headsets. Nearby
Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD and buried the city in
Nauplia ash. What we have today is a perfect picture of life as
it was nearly 2,000 years ago. Continue to the Eternal
City, Rome. After dinner tonight, join your tour manager
for a passeggiata romana through the piazzas around
the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain.