Highlights of Italy
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Highlights
- Showcasing ancient sites, priceless art, outstanding cuisine, and unique lodgings.
- Discover the city’s most famous sites, including the Roman Forum and Colosseum and the Vatican.
- Enjoy a wine tasting at a local winery.
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- Expertise of a Smithsonian Journeys Expert, Tour Director, and local guides throughout the tour.
- All accommodations (based on double occupancy).
- Airfare from your departure city (for air inclusive guests only).
- Airline taxes, fuel surcharges, and departure fees, and port charges and cruise line fees (where applicable), which are subject to change until final payment has been made.
- Meals as indicated on the tour itinerary, including special welcome and farewell dinners.
- Baggage handling for one bag per person.
- Service charges and gratuities, except some cruise and rail programs.
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel for travelers on, or meeting, group flights (for most international tours).
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