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32 – www.travelmarvel.com.au – Tuscany's rolling hills provide a charming backdrop 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) 8 Days – Florence Return (RJTTUS8) Per person Twin Share Solo Trav. May 22. $3,245 $3,995 June 19. $3,245 $3,995 July 10. $3,245 $3,995 Sept. 4, 18. $3,395 $4,145 TOUR NOTES All prices include airport transfers and tipping. Porterage is not included. An increased deposit may be required for upgrades and variations. Please see pages 38-39 for full terms and conditions. Highlights of Tuscany 8 Days | Montecatini Terme | Siena | San Gimignano | Florence | Lucca | Pisa Travel through the landscapes surrounding San Gimignano Day 1. Arrive Florence, Montecatini Terme. Today you'll be met at the airport in Florence and transferred to Montecatini Terme, where we will be based for the duration of our trip. Stay (Seven Nights): Montecatini Terme, Grand Hotel Francia e Quirinale. D Day 2. Siena. After breakfast, we travel to medieval Siena, a beautifully preserved and charismatic Tuscan city. Here we'll enjoy a guided walking tour, including the magnificent Duomo. BD Day 3. San Gimignano. Embark on an excursion deep into the heart of the Tuscan countryside today. Our first destination is charming San Gimignano, best- known for the 13 towers that dominate the skyline. This afternoon, venture deeper into the countryside to Castello di Meleto, where we'll partake in a delicious cookery demonstration using traditional Tuscan produce and recipes. To finish off, sample some of the wines for which the area is famous. We'll then take a guided tour before a sumptuous dinner in the grand castle. BD Day 4. Montecatini Terme. The largest and most famous of Tuscany's spa towns, Montecatini Terme was built around its natural thermal springs and is renowned for its beauty. You have a full day at leisure to explore here. Perhaps relax and indulge at one of the town's spas. BD Day 5. Florence. A short rail journey takes us to the beautiful city of Florence – the jewel of the Renaissance. We enjoy a guided tour of the city including the stunning Duomo and the famous Ponte Vecchio. Your afternoon is then free to continue exploring Florence as you wish. BD Day 6. Lucca, Pisa. Our journey continues today as we travel by rail to Lucca, a Tuscan treasure. We enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing to Pisa for a guided tour. This includes the outstanding Field of Miracles where we can see the famous Leaning Tower and the marvellous cathedral. BL Day 7. Montecatini Terme. Surrounded by such natural beauty, you will want to soak up every minute during your stay here. With another full day at leisure, you can explore as you desire. BD Day 8. Montecatini Terme, Depart Florence. After breakfast, transfer to the airport in Florence for your onward flight. B YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES Services of a professional Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager and expert local guides 7 nights in premium accommodation 14 meals – 7 breakfasts (B), 1 lunch (L) and 6 dinners (D) All sightseeing, excursions and entrance fees as specified Airport transfers and tipping EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGE 7 FOR DETAILS ITALY Montecatini Terme Florence San Gimignano Siena Pisa Lucca Rail Coach No. of nights stay 7