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CARNIVAL SUNSHINE 7 ports
CARNIVAL SUNSHINE 7 ports
PRICE PER PERSON:€414
GROUP LEADER: Lena Wong
Cruise Schedule: Barcelona, Spain (29 Sep d1700); Monaco(30 Sep 1030-2000); Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy (01 Oct 0700-1900); Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (02 Oct 0700-1930); Naples, Italy (03 Oct 0700-1900); Dubrovnik, Croatia (05 Oct 0700-1700); Venice, Italy (06 Oct 1400(+1)1700); Messina, Sicily (09 Oct 0700-1600); Barcelona, Spain (11 Oct a0500)
Prices do not include museums entrance tickets.
Please see here for skip the lines museum tickets including suggested entrance times.
Note: Museums in Italy are free for children under 18 click here for info. .
PRICE DISCLAIMER
The prices listed above will be valid only as well as the group reaches a total minimum number of 8 participants, should there be less participants the price may have to be adjusted.
MONACO
7HR BEST OF THE FRENCH RIVIERA
September 30 2013 time:8:30am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Monaco pax:8
Itinerary Itinerary 8HM1: Monaco, Monte-Carlo, Eze Village, Nice, St Paul de Vence.
Monaco, Monte-Carlo: Discover the second smallest country in the world, the old town, the changing of the guards, the princess palace, the cathedral (neo Romanesque style) the incredible oceanographic museum. Drive along the legendary Formula 1 circuit to the casino square and the marvelous Hotel de Paris and of course appreciate the fantastic photo opportunities s during the tour.St Paul de Vence: The second most visited village in France which made its reputation through actors and artists living there, its cobblestone lanes and its ramparts built in the 16th century. You will never forget the charm and the beauty of Saint Paul.Nice: The Queen of the French Riviera founded by the Greeks 700 years BC, see this old town with it's beautiful flower market, the castle hill, the Massena square with its typical Italian style and drive along the famous promenade des Anglais.Eze: From Nice drive along the corniche road to discover this amazing medieval village at more than (1000 ft) above sea level. its unique arts and crafts workshops and get a free guided visit of the Fragonard perfume factory.
LIVORNO
Oct 1 2013 time:8:30am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Livorno pax:8
PISA AND FLORENCE
Pick up in the morning from the port right at your ship's pier, reaching Pisa after about 30-40 min. We will stop in Pisa directly in Miracle Square considered one of the world's loveliest squares where you can admire “La Torre Pendente” The leaning Tower, Pisa's majestic Romanesque Cathedral and the unusual round Baptistry. We will continue for approximately 1 hour drive to Florence, traveling through the beautiful countryside of Chianti vineyards and Olives orchards admiring the magnificent landscapes.
Museum tickets to book in advance:l'Accademia GalleryUffizzi GalleryPisa tower tickets 9:15am: children under 8 years cannot climb the tower.Skip the line tickets click here
In Florence the tour starts with Michelangelo Square where you can enjoy the most beautiful panorama of the city. The tour continues in the historical center with stops at the beautiful Santa Croce Square, the Brunelleschi Dome, Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio, the bridge famous for its unique charming appearance and for the fabulous jewelry shops If you have time after Florence you can ask your driver to take you to a Chianti Region Winery Estate Visit for an additional €50(extra mileage fee) paid directly to the driver: you have the opportunity to add a visit to a beautiful wine estate in the heart of the Chianti Region for wine tasting and light lunch (see here for the description and click on the photo gallery to see the estate). The wine tasting and light snack costs €10 pp to be paid on site.Your drive back to Livorno will take approximately 1.5 hours
CIVITAVECCHIA
Oct 2 2013 time:8:00am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Civitavecchia pax:8
BEST OF ROME
The driver will pick you up from the ship at 8am. The drive to Rome is about 1hour and 15 min (depending on traffic).
Below are the Highlights of Rome, please look at the list and number in order of importance. I will use this to make an itinerary for your group leaving the least important for time permitting. Please note that the Vatican Museum it takes an hour to walk through the Museum just to see the Sistine Chapel.
NOT INCLUDED (optional): Museum Tickets to book in advanced
Colosseum - general admission(includes;Colosseum, Forum and Palatine hill) good for all day or Underground guided tour 9:41am (CHILDREN UNDER 18 ARE FREE for GENERAL ADMISSION)
OPTIONAL:3 hr private expert Vatican Guide €120( PAID DIRECTLY TO GUIDE). PLEASE CONFIRM
Highly suggested if you plan on visiting the Vatican Museum (with Sistine Chapel). Having a private guide will allow you access to the private door from the Sistine Chapel into the Basilica without having to exit the entrance of the Museum and entering the Basilica from the entrance and waiting in a long line.
Please click on below links to see images of Monuments
(Optional) Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica (about 2 to 3 hours ).
Just St.Peter's Basilica 1hour
Colosseum and Roman Forum (2 hours to visit),
Visit Piazza Venezia
Visit Piazza Navona and Pantheon
Visit via del Corso (shopping area)
Visit Fontana di Trevi
Visit Piazza di Spagna
Visit Piazza del Popolo
Visit Gianicolo
Return to pier in Civitavecchia - 1 to 1.5 hour (depending on traffic)
NAPLES
Oct 3 2013 time:8:00am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Naples pax:8
POMPEII AND AMALFI COAST
NOT INCLUDED: €11.50pp entrance tickets not included, must be purchased on site.
OPTIONAL: add a private licensed guide for a 2h walking tour of Pompeii: price €12.50 per person payable on site.
Advance reservation required
Pompeii is a renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site and among the most visited destinations in Italy. We will reach Pompeii by private car or minivan and spend 2 hours on an independent visit of the site (€11,50 entrance tickets to be purchased on site).
Panoramic drive through Sorrento and see the Bay of Naples as the key place of the Sorrentine Peninsula, and many viewpoints allow sight of Naples itself, Vesuvius and the Isle of Capri.
Positano; has been featured in several films, including Only You (1994), and Under the Tuscan Sun (2003), as well as being mentioned in the 2009 musical film Nine in the song "Cinema Italiano".
Amalfi:
04:00pm return to ship for 5-5:30pm arrival
VENICE
Oct 6 2013 time:6pm ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Venice pax:8
Venice Grand Canal Gondola Ride
DURATION: about 35 minutes
MEETING POINT: Calle Vallaresso, the Gondola Station next to Harrys Bar is the meeting point. A map will be printed on your voucher. (click here to see map, look at green arrow)
Tour Description:
Glide along the Venetian canals on a gondola and admire Venice from your unique vantage point. Venice was made to be seen from the water and on the water the gentle, flowing movements of the gondola will make this a mesmerizing experience. Lay back and let the gondolier guide you through the magic of the city.
Highlights:
From the Calle Vallaresso gondola station boarding in groups of six.
You will ride along the Grand Canal and admire the famous Basilica della Salute
Leaving the Grand Canal you will continue along the smaller canals in the St. Mark’s district to the Gran Teatro la Fenice
Return to the Calle Vallaresso landing pier next to Harry's Bar
Oct 7 2013 time:9:20am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Venice pax:8
VENICE Three Islands of the Lagoon Guided Tour
Visit Murano, Burano and Torcello and see artistic glass works with a spectacular glass blowing demonstration,lace-making and the vividly colored houses of Burano and see Venice’s earliest settlement and first Cathedral with its Byzantine treasures.
Description:
Large boat tour visit to Murano – Burano and Torcello.
In Murano visit to an artistic glassworks with a spectacular glass blowing demonstration at the furnace
Proceed to Burano to visit the island famous for lace-making and the vividly coloured houses.
From Burano a short boat ride to the Island of Torcello, the earliest settlement in the lagoon and home to Venice’s first cathedral and its Byzantine treasures.
MESSINA
Oct 9 2013 time:8am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Messina pax:8
Castelmola and Taormina
From your port, we will enjoy a leisurely transfer to Taormina which will take us up the hillside. Together we will visit the most panoramic square: "Belvedere Square" with its unique breathtaking view over the Messina coast line, all the Taormina bays, the Catania coast line and our volcano Etna in the background. We will then drive to the charming medieval village of Castelmola, just above Taormina. We will stroll several narrow picturesque streets with wonderful views of the sea and Etna. We can also visit the antique 13th century Arab castle, situated on the highest and most panoramic place in the area.
We will then take you to the historical centre of Taormina where you can have your own free time to explore the village, stroll the streets and narrow alleyways with picturesque corners and nice shops. We can suggest a good local place for something to eat. You will also have the time to visit the Greek Theatre (€8 pp entrance tickets not included) and the most important nights of Taormina.
BARCELONA
October 11 2013 time:8:30am ship:Carnival Sunshine port:Barcelona pax:8
BARCELONA AND MONSERRAT drop off Hotel
Gothic Section: Barcelona Cathedral, Jewish Section, Roman Ruins. This part of the tour is mainly walking. If you prefer not walking, also it is possible. Old Port and water front: Ramblas, Colombus Memorial, Barceloneta district and beach, Olimpic Village.
All about Gaudi: Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Casa Batllo and Casa Mila. Here you have the option to visit the inside of each site if interested. Montjuich area: Plaza España, Nationale Palace, Olimpic Ring and Montjuic Castle.MUSEUM TICKETS TO BOOK IN ADVANCE: 10AM SAGRADA FAMILIA
The second part of the full day tour offers 2 different routes:
continue for a Tour in Montserrat: visit the beautiful Benedictine Abbey of Montserrat. Enjoy the impressive views. If you are lucky, you may catch a performance by "La Escalonia", the oldest children's choir in Europe. Visit all the interesting points in and around the park.Take a short walk in the park or shop for some local cheese and jam.
OR spend extended time in Barcelona visiting the inside of the Sagrada Familia, visit Camp Nou (football stadium), Tibidabo and of course having some “tapas” at a local restaurant.
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