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Vacation in Rome and Florence with Airfare

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When it comes to cultural assets, Italy puts most places to shame. And many of the country’s most priceless holdings are concentrated in the two cities where you’ll divide your time on this vacation from Gate 1 Travel—Florence and Rome. There’s no set itinerary for the trip, leaving you free to explore ancient ruins and ponder Renaissance masterpieces at your own pace. Each option includes:

• Round-trip airfare from New York
• 3-night stay at Holiday Inn Express Rome San Giovanni in Rome
• 2-night stay at Hotel Athenaeum in Florence
• Transportation between cities via standard rail with reserved seats
• Breakfast daily

Rome

Rome is chock-full of iconic attractions, from Vatican City to the Colosseum and the crumbling ruins of the Roman Forum, where Marc Antony eulogized Julius Caesar after his assassination. But be sure to pencil some downtime into your itinerary—much of Rome’s charm lies in wandering its winding streets and stumbling upon unexpected sights. Don’t forget to toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain; legend has it that doing so guarantees your eventual return to the city.

• Cinecittà: Go behind the scenes at Italy’s preeminent movie studio, where the likes of Federico Fellini, Martin Scorsese, and Wes Anderson have shot some of their best-known films.
• Ecstasy of Saint Teresa: Bernini’s marble stunner is housed in a chapel of the otherwise unremarkable Santa Maria della Vittoria church.
• Villa Borghese gardens: Nearly 200 acres of naturalistic landscaping, ponds, and wooded areas make up Rome’s most beloved park.

Florence

Without Florence, the history of European art and architecture would be unrecognizable. The birthplace of the Italian Renaissance is home to a trove of masterpieces that should keep any visitor busy, starting with the eye-popping dome designed by Brunelleschi for the city’s cathedral. For a thorough survey of Renaissance works, tour the Uffizi Gallery, where Botticelli’s Birth of Venus is displayed along with scores of other treasures.

• Michelangelo’s David towers over the crowds inside the Galleria dell’Accademia. He’s probably the most lifelike 17-foot-tall marble man you’re ever likely to see.
• For a great view of the city, climb the steps to the top of Giotto’s Bell Tower.
• Leather-crafting demonstrations give insight into one of the city’s oldest and most esteemed trades.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How much would it cost to fly from an airport not listed as part of this deal? Airfare is available from the New York City metro area. The departure airport (JFK, EWR or LGA) will be advised at the time of booked based on availability. The supplemental fee to depart from a city that isn’t included is subject to departure date and availability at the time of booking.

2. Can we extend our trip before or after the promotional dates for the deal? Yes, you may extend your trip for a supplemental fee at the time of booking. Please call Gate 1 Travel for more information.

How to Book

Purchase: Click the green “See Options” button for departure city and date range. Selecting your option will pull up the “Complete Your Order” screen.

Make a Booking: contact Gate 1 to book your vacation - Please have passport information for all travelers and your Groupon voucher # available when calling. Voucher # is in ‘My Groupons” section of your account by selecting “View Voucher.”

Remember: this deal is priced based on two people sharing a room, so each traveler needs to buy a Groupon voucher.

3. How do I find out if the dates I want to travel are available? The dates available are listed on each option.

4. What happens if I buy the Groupon and my travel dates are not available? You can either choose another date or be refunded by Groupon. We suggest calling Gate 1 Travel to redeem your vouchers as soon as possible so that you do not run into this problem.

5. Does my child need a Groupon, and can they stay in my room? Children under 12 do not need a Groupon voucher. Different occupancy arrangements may be requested with Gate 1 Travel at the time of reservation.

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