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Itinerary – Rome and Assisi


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Rome and Assisi

Visit Rome, a land where spirituality is so ingrained into the culture that there is an entire city-state within its borders devoted solely to the Catholic church. Experience a unique enlightenment that can only be felt in the iconic Vatican City as you marvel at evocative priceless art, hold your breath with wonder within the gilded walls of St. Peter’s Basilica, and receive blessings during the Papal Audience. Then discover Assisi, the hometown of Pope Francis’ namesake, Saint Francis, through majestic basilicas, famous frescoes, and medieval castles.

Itinerary

DAY 1: ROME – ARRIVAL
You will be met upon arrival and transferred to your hotel.

DAY 2: ROME – VATICAN Enjoy a morning tour to the Vatican, beginning with a tour of the Vatican Museums, where you will visit one of the most important art collections in the world. Then visit St. Peter’s Basilica. After returning to your hotel, the afternoon is at leisure. 

DAY 3: ROME – PAPAL AUDIENCE (WEDNESDAYS ONLY) – ASSISI
At the Pontifical State’s discretion, the audience might celebrate in Piazza San Pietro or in the Nervi Hall. Experience an intense spiritual moment of emotions and reflections with people from all over the world attending the Papal audience to become part of one of the most popular and amazing spiritual traditions of the world. In the afternoon depart Rome and cross Apennines into Umbria to reach the beautiful town of Assisi, home of Saint Francis of Assisi, after whom the new Pope has taken his name. After settling into your hotel, the remainder of the day is at leisure.

DAY 4: ASSISI
Partake in a morning guided tour of the town of Assisi, including a visit to the Basilica of San Francesco D’Assisi with its famous frescoes by Giotto. In the afternoon you will have free time to relax or continue exploring on your own. 

DAY 5: ASSISI – ROME
Return to Rome and check into your hotel for an overnight stay. You will have ample time to explore the city on your own. In the evening, say “arrivederci” with a special farewell dinner. 

DAY 6: ROME – DEPARTURE After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.