Depart from the USA on TAP Portugal, departing Newark airport at 10:50 pm.
Arrive in Lisbon at 10:50 am. Continue on your connecting flight TAP 834, departing Lisbon at 12:50 pm and arriving in Rome at 4:45 pm.
Upon arrival in Rome (Fiumicino Airport), meet your English-speaking assistant and enjoy a private coach transfer to your hotel.
In the evening, enjoy a group dinner at your hotel (3-course meal).
Check in at Best Western Hotel President (4*) for 6 nights.
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning, you will meet your full-time tour escort, who will distribute the Rome public transport passes (valid for 7 days). And will also accompany the group daily in using public transportation to reach all the tour sites.
You can use this pass to travel in the metro or buses within the city limits. Enjoy a half-guided day to see some of the most well-known landmarks in Rome, including: Piazza Navona, Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza di Spagna (Spanish Steps).
Afternoon visit to the Historical Museum of Communication.
Overnight at the Best Western Hotel President.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart from your hotel with your tour escort (full-day service)
Morning half-guided day of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica. (4 hours).
Free afternoon for optional visits under own arrangements or with the Faculty:
● Ara Pacis Museum
● Castel Sant’Angelo
● St. Mary Major’s Basilica
● Synagogue and Jewish Museum
Overnight at the Best Western Hotel President
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart from your hotel with your tour escort (full-day service)
Stop at the Campo de’ Fiori Market to do some light shopping and buy lunch/snacks that you will be taking with you to the Borghese Gardens.
Proceed with the Tour Escort to the Borgohese Gallery and Museum for a guided tour.
In the afternoon, the group will have a guided tour of the MAXXI National Museum.
Overnight at the Best Western Hotel President
Breakfast at the hotel.
Depart from your hotel with your tour escort (full-day service)
Enjoy a group cooking pasta class & Lunch at La Carovana Restaurant: Learn to make gnocchi and fettuccine with a professional chef. Each student will have their own work station with equipment (apron, hat, rolling pin, ingredients) and will be coordinated by a professional chef.
Menu includes:
○ Welcome drink (Prosecco)
○ Fettuccine with mushrooms & gnocchi with tomato sauce
○ Chicken breast with peppers and salad
○ Tiramisù
○ ½ mineral water & ¼ wine per person.
3:00 PM: In the afternoon, the group will have a guided visit to the Colosseum and entrance to the Palatine and Roman Forum (UNESCO listed).
Overnight at the Best Western Hotel President
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning half-day excursion to Trevignano Romano (5 hours duration) Tour of vineyards & wine cellars at Cantine Capitani.
The tour begins with a walk through the adjacent vineyard, where guests will learn about its origins, the specific grape varieties cultivated, and the viticultural practices employed throughout the natural grape cycle. This experience unfolds against the stunning backdrop of Lake Bracciano, as the vineyard is nestled on the surrounding hills. Following this, the group will explore the production facility to understand how the harvested grapes are processed, including the machinery utilized. The tour culminates with a tasting of the vineyard’s wines, expertly paired with local products.
Arrive back in Rome between 2-3 PM and enjoy your last day in the Eternal City at your own leisure.
Overnight at the Best Western Hotel President
Breakfast at the hotel and check out. 9:30 AM meeting for a private coach transfer to FCO Rome airport for departure of TAP flight leaving at 1:35 PM.
Best Western Hotel President
May 10 – 16, 2026
Address: Via Emanuele Filiberto, 173, 00185 Roma RM, Italy
Contact: +39 06 770121
Best Western Hotel President is set next to Manzoni subway station. Thanks to its strategic location, the hotel offers easy access to the Rome’s must-see destinations such as the Basilica of St. John in Lateran, the Colosseum and Imperial Forums and Piazza Venezia. The hotel offers 187 rooms with warm tones and bright wood furnitures to create a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere.
Tour price: $3395 per person sharing in a double room
Single room supplement: $535
1st payment: $500 non-refundable deposit due upon registration
2nd payment: $795 Wednesday, February 4, 2026
3rd payment: $1050 Friday, March 06, 2026
4th payment: $1050 Monday, April 6, 2025
| Departure Day | Departure Date | From (airport/terminal) | Departure Time | Flight # | To (airport) | Arrival Time (local time) | Stopover/Layover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 11/18/2017 | JFK (Terminal 5) | 11:40 PM | TP 208 | LIS (Lisbon) | 11:20 AM | 2 hrs 10 mins |
| Sunday | 11/19/2017 | LIS (Lisbon) | 2:30 PM | TP 322 | Man (Manchester) | 5:25 PM | |
| Saturday | 11/25/2017 | LHR ( London) | 12:25 PM | TP 367 | LIS (Lisbon) | 3:05 PM | 45 minutes |
| Saturday | 11/25/2017 | LIS (Lisbon) | 3:50 PM | TP 209 | JFK (Terminal 5) | 8:15 PM |
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A passport valid until November 15, 2026 is required.
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Passport
Most countries require that a passport be valid for six months beyond the completion of a trip. If your passport expires before November 15, 2026, you must apply to renew your passport.
Visa
If you are not a US citizen please check with the Italy Consulate Office or a visa agency for the latest requirements. You will also need a re-entry permit to return to the USA
Gineth is in charge of the Operations Department, supervising ticketing and travel planning. With over twelve years of experience in the travel industry, Gineth has exceptional leadership experience, and her passion for travel has contributed to her successful career.