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Offered to the Students and Friends of Smith Preparatory Academy and FCCPSA The Splendors of Italy Verona-Vicenza-Venice-Padua-Florence-Siena-San Gimignano-Rome* February 24 – March 7, 2022 YOUR ITINERARY Together with Leader Michael Phillips: Headmaster of Smith Preparatory Academy and a Director of FCCPSA. $ from Orlando* February 24–March 7, 2022 Tour Code: 222118 On February 24th, you will depart Orlando to spend 12 wonderful days discovering the splendors of Italy. Fantastic excursions, cultural encounters, historical sites, delicious food and exotic shopping make this trip exciting and rewarding. Bring these amazing memories home with you on March 7th. SPACE ON THE TOUR IS LIMITED, SO DON’T DELAY! PLEASE RETURN YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION AND $100 DEPOSIT TO EATOURS.COM BY AND RECEIVE A FREE GONDOLA RIDE IN VENICE! Verona, Vicenza, Padua & Venice February 24-February 27, 2022 Upon arrival February 25th, you will transfer to Verona, a delightful city for enjoying a guided tour* including the Roman Arena* and Juliet’s balcony before continuing to your hotel in Vicenza. Complete the afternoon exploring the city before dinner. The morning of February 26th, you will depart Vicenza on a scenic train* for an excursion to Padua! Padua is an old university town with an illustrious academic history that is rich in art and architecture. Upon arrival to Padua, a guided tour of the city* is planned, including the Scrovengi Chapel* and St. Anthony’s Basilica*. Dedicate this afternoon to exploring Vicenza where you may optionally visit Teatro Olympico. Your adventure continues February 27th, on a picturesque train* ride excursion to Venice! Enjoy a guided tour of the city* where you may see sights such as St. Mark’s Basilica*, the colorful Doge’s Palace*, and the famous Bell Tower. This afternoon, you may enjoy an optional Gondola ride (free to those who register and pay the deposit by the deadline). Returning to Vicenza this evening. Florence February 28-March 3, 2022 As birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence will thrill you with its treasures! Upon your arrival by train* on February 28th, spend this afternoon at leisure exploring museums of choice and the famous markets or the Gold and Silver shops on the Ponte Vecchio after checking into your hotel. March 1st will begin with a guided city tour*, to include many of the important sights of this historic town including the Accademia*, home to Michelangelo’s “David”, and the magnificent Duomo*. This afternoon explore area points of interest with your tour leader such as the Uffizi Gallery*. On March 2nd a visit to the Bargello Museum* is planned before spending the rest of your day at leisure exploring optional area points of interest with your advisor such as the Boboli Gardens, Dante’s house, the Medici Chapel, various museums and shopping in the straw market and open-air market. On March 3rd a highlight of your Italian adventure will be an excursion to Siena and San Gimignano where you will take a step back in time to Medieval Tuscany, before returning to Florence this evening. Rome March 4-7, 2022 Bid farewell to Florence on March 4th, as you continue to Rome. After checking into your hotel, enjoy time exploring this beautiful city before ending the day with dinner. March 5th Rome will welcome you with a guided city walking tour* including visits to the Colosseum & Forum*. Dedicate this afternoon exploring Rome with your tour leader including such sights as the Pantheon, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain and much more. March 6th enjoy a guided tour* of the Vatican Museums*. Later this afternoon you may optionally wish to visit such sights as San Pietro in Vincoli, Castle Sant Angelo or many others with your tour leader. On March 7th, you will depart for your return flight to the United States with unforgettable memories of your Italian journey! IMPORTANT – PLEASE SEE SPECIAL TOUR CONDITIONS ON REVERSE SIDE SPECIAL TOUR CONDITIONS SPECIAL TOUR CONDITIONS: **The estimated tour price, if payments are made by cash or check, is $ ; (Airfare included) otherwise, if paying by credit card, the standard estimated non-discounted price is $ (Airfare Included). If you wish to use a credit card for your initial deposit, you will be allowed to pay the remaining payments by check and still receive the discounted tour price. The trip is based on triple occupancy and includes round trip airfare from Orlando, point- to point transportation between cities while in Europe, all breakfasts, and 2 dinners. Additionally, *Entrance fees and/or transportation marked with an asterisk as well as Guided tours in Verona, Padua, Venice, Florence, and Rome are included in the tour price (Roman Arena, Scrovengi Chapel, St. Anthony’s Basilica, Doge’s Palace, St. Marks Basilica, Gondola, Accademia, Duomo, Uffizi, Bargello Museum, Colosseum and Forum, Vatican Museums and excursion to Siena and San Gimignano). In the unlikely event that EA Tours cancels the tour and is unable to operate a substitute itinerary, the tour cost including the initial deposit is fully refundable. Additional items may be offered optionally, are subject to availability and are not included in the tour price. A guaranteed single room may be available for a supplemental charge of $ per person. A guaranteed twin room may be available for a supplemental charge of $ per person. Included are the estimated applicable governmental international airline ticket taxes, fuel surcharges, security surcharges, and associated fees. If applicable, unforeseen tax increases will be billed on a supplemental invoice. A minimum number of paying participants may be required to operate the tour. A $100 non-refundable initial deposit is required to reserve your space on this tour. All tour participants must submit an online application. Please go to “Student/Traveler Sign Up” on the home page at www.EAtours.com. Your tour number is 222118. A second payment of $ , will be due no later than 30 days after your initial payment. Final payments are due no later than seventy (70) days before departure. Updated tour details (hotels, day by day itinerary, flights, etc.) are scheduled to be released approximately four weeks prior to departure. Please note: This may not be an officially school sponsored program. Additional tour conditions apply and are listed in the Tour Conditions Section on the Online Application. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION AND $100.00 DEPOSIT TO WWW.EATOURS.COM BY ( ) AND RECEIVE A FREE GONDOLA RIDE IN VENICE!! .