Saint Mary's High School Choirs - Italy Tour

The itinerary is the starting point to your tour, but it’s not set in stone. Your group leader may make changes leading up to departure.

Day 1, Saturday May 20: Overnight Flight

Departure from the United States.

Day 2, Sunday May 21: Florence

Benvenuti in Italia! Meet your touring bus and Tour Manager for your transfer to Montecatini. Take an orientation tour of this pleasant spa town with your tour manager, before a welcome dinner together (D)

Day 3, Monday May 22: Florence

This morning, enjoy a guided city sightseeing tour of Florence. Highlights include Ghiberti's Baptistry doors, the Duomo, the Santa Croce and the Accademia, home of Michelangelo's David. Have dinner together before transferring to a local church for a rehearsal and your debut concert! (B,D)

Day 4, Tuesday May 23: Florence

Today after breakfast depart first for Pisa, where you'll discover the iconic Leaning Tower and stunning Duomo. Later continue to the city of Lucca, birthplace of Puccini and one of the most perfectly preserved Old Towns in Europe. You could take an optional bike tour around the city walls, one of the best ways to discover the city! Return to Montecatini for dinner in a local restuarant. (B,D)

Day 5, Wednesday May 24: Rome

Depart Tuscany this morning and enjoy a lovely drive to Assisi, the birthplace of Saint Francis. Arrive and spend some time exploring the Basilica on your own, with the option for an informal recitla in the Basilica itself. Continue on to Rome, the "Eternal City" and have dinner together. (B,D)

Day 6, Thursday May 25: Rome

This morning, enjoy a guided visit of St Peter's Basilica and spend time exploring the Vatican. In the early evening, return to St. Peter's for participation in the liturgy (subject to acceptance), before dinner in a local restaurant. Finally climb one of Rome's seven hills for a spectacular view over the city, with the added bonus of some local gelato! (B,D)

Day 7, Friday May 26: Rome

Today, enjoy the sights of ancient Rome on your panoramic tour of the city, includingt the famous ancient Roman Forum and the Colosseum, with entrances included. Imagine the roar of spectators as they cheered on gladiators battling one another both on the ground and on water! Continue your exploration with a visit to the famous Trevi Fountains, before assembling for a farewell dinner to celebrate your tour (B,D)

Day 8, Saturday May 27: Departure

Transfer to the airport for return flight to the United States. (B)