Rome - Florence - Pisa - Venice  Italy 
Singles Tour
June 19 - 29 2008

Italy is the land of forgotten paradises, where time seems to stand still.  Follow the footsteps of Ancient Romans as places once reserved for the nobility are accessible today. Find yourself face to face with the greatest masterpieces in history.

Italy's treasures come packaged in a country of majestic mountains, placid lakes, idyllic islands, splendid cities and wonderful walled villages. An ideal climate plus warm and gracious people make Italy a perfect destination to visit.

On this singles tour, visit Italy’s most magical cities: Venice, Florence and Rome. Built on over 100 islets, linked by 400 bridges, Venice is the only city in the world that is built entirely on water. Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Its palaces, churches and museums overflow with masterful paintings and sculpture. The Eternal City of Rome, sprawling among its seven hills, is fascinating for both its ancient and its modern wonders.

June 19

Depart USA on own arrangement - Best Single Travel will gladly assist on air arrangements

June 20 - Day 1 - Rome

Arrive Rome, meetup with other singles and solo travelers. Our singles vacation begins with a half day sightseeing tour.

St Peter's Basilica - is the center of christianity. The opulence of the building's interior bears testimony to the wealth of the catholic church in the 16th century.
 

Toss a coin  in the Trevi Fountain, the most famous and arguably the most beautiful fountain in all of Rome.

DINNER

June 21 - Day 2 - Rome, Naples, Capri

Full day tour:

Naples is a lively and vibrant city, full of wonderful historical and artistic treasures and narrow, winding streets with small shops.
The ruins of Pompeii, unearthed in the mid-18th century, contain 2,000-year-old temples, villas and artworks buried when volcanic Mount Vesuvius blew its stack in 79 A.D.

A tour around the island of Capri by boat is, without doubt, a unique and truly exhilarating experience. The spectacularly dramatic coast of Capri is characterized by numerous creeks, tiny bays and caves.
Capri’s Blue Grotto is known throughout the world for its size, the intense blue tones of its interior and the magical silvery light which emanates from the objects immersed in its waters.

DINNER with singles group

June 22 - Day 3 - Rome

A day at leisure to do all the things you wanted to do if you ever came to Rome. Now is your chance.

June 23 - Day 4 - Rome, Florence

Our singles travel contiunes with a Half Day sightseeing tour with guide

A distinctive feature of Florence's skyline is the dome of the cathedral (Duomo), Santa Maria del Fiore.
The Piazzle Michelangelo overlooks one of the most famous and magnificent views of Florence.

The Basilica di San Miniato al Monte stands atop one of the highest points in Florence, and has been described as the finest Romanesque structure in Tuscany and one of the most beautiful churches in Italy.

For this singles tour, you are required to carry a valid passport with an expiration date no less than six (6) months after the scheduled return date. A copy of your passport must be provided to Best Single Travel at least 60 days prior to your departure. The name on your passport must match the first and last name on your reservation.   Need A Passport?   We strongly recommend cancellation insurance that should be taken no later than 15 days after you send your deposit for the tour.

June 24 - Day 5 - Florence, San Gimignano, Siena, Pisa

San Gimignano - is a charming hill town which has preserved its medieval appearance more completely than any other town in Tuscany.
The town is famous for its numerous towers which make it conspicuous from a great distance and provide one of the most remarkable sights in Italy. It is possible to walk along the 13C walls from which there are fine views of the rich agricultural farm land which surrounds the town.

Siena - Rich in art treasures and historic architecture, it is one of the most popular tourist centers in Italy. It is also noted for its wine and for its marble.
People watch, eat lunch or sip a glass of wine at Piazza Del Campo

Pisa - renowned worldwide for its Leaning Tower, is a city full of surprises; from the bright  quays walled by noble buildings, to the web of narrow, medieval alleys leading to the famous Piazza dei Miracoli.
Standing in a large green expanse, Piazza del Duomo houses a group of monuments known the world over. The four masterpieces of medieval architecture are the cathedral, the baptistry, the campanile (the 'Leaning Tower') and the cemetery

Dinner

June 25 - Day 6 - Florence

Day to explore on your own or with the new single friends you have made

June 26 - Day 7 - Florence, Venice

Piazza San Marco, or St. Mark's Square, is Venice's most famous square. You will take away memories of an exciting environment filled with people from all over the world, street vendors of all sorts and, of course, the pigeons.
Basilica di San Marco's interior is decorated throughout with mosaics on gold ground and with many varieties of marble

June 27 - Day 8 - Venice

Explore the Islands of Murano & Burano with a local expert guide on a boat tour of Venice.  Visit the Island of Murano to see the famous glass-works, and relax on the charming island of Burano, famous for its local craft of lace-making. Enjoy its multi-colored houses. while strolling around this enchanting island.
Venetian-Byzantine Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta founded in the 7th Century was Venice 's first cathedral and is found on Torcello Island

June 28 - Day 9 - Venice

Day at lesiure - Last chance to find that hidden treasure, shop for that final souvernier or people watch at a nearby cafe.

June 29 - Day 10 - U.S.A.

Enjoy a final breakfast with new single friends then say Arrivedercci to Italy as we make our way back home and the end of another great singles vacation.