Visit three famous Italian cities for one incredible vacation with renowned artists, Howard and Shari Lyon.

Ride the canals of Venice or roam the narrow sidewalks while looking for hand-blown glass. While in Florence, sample great works of art, including the statue of Michelangelo’s David. Your adventures end in the Eternal City, where historic structures like the Coliseum and Trevi Fountain still stand as a reminder of Rome’s tremendous past.

Be a part of history with a visit to the LDS Rome Temple while on tour.

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SPLENDORS OF ITALY VENICE, FLORENCE AND ROME

WITH HOWARD AND SHARI LYON.

Days 1 and 2: Sat & Sunday April 27-28 Home City flights - VeniceToday you we’ll depart the states and fly overnight to Venice, Italy. When you arrive your tour manager will meet the group upon arrival at the Venice airport. Short transfer to the hotel to freshen up and continue to the boat terminal. Private transfer to St. Mark square where you will meet your local guide who will take you on a delightful walking tour of this ‘City of Islands’. On our tour we will see St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, the Bell Tower and the Clock Tower and the Bridge of Sighs. Our tour will conclude at the Doges’ Palace, which you can visit at your leisure. Enjoy the remaining time before making your way back to the hotel. Meals: Dinner

Day 3: Monday, April 29 Murano & Burano Island ToursAfter breakfast we’ll board the coach to the boat terminal and then board a private boat for a cruise past the island of San Giorgio Maggiore, the Public Gardens, the tip of Sant’Elena and the Lido famous beach resort to Murano Island. Known worldwide for its colored glass, you’ll see mouth-blown glassmaking in progress and enjoy a factory tour. Next stop is Burano Island. This picturesque island is famous not only for its lace, but also for the fishermen’s houses painted in bright colors. Enjoy the place before cruising back to the main island for some time at leisure before making your way back to the hotel. Meals: B, D

Day 4: Tue, April 30 Venice to Florence via RavennaThis morning we will leave Venice and begin our scenic journey to Florence. We’ll stop in Ravenna to visit this treasure chest of art, history and culture. The richest heritage of mosaics in the world, preserved in the basilicas and baptisteries of the city, is a clear evidence of that extraordinary period. For their universal value and the uniqueness of their mosaics, eight monuments of Ravenna have been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Continuing south we’ll arrive in Florence, known as the Cradle of Renaissance. Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Wed, May 1 Florence TourAfter breakfast this morning we will enjoy a walking tour of Florence, taking in all the amazing out-door art and sculptures. Our guided tour will include the Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiore (Duomo), known for Giotto’s bell tower and Brunelleschi’s famous Dome. We’ll have also a tour of the

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Academia featuring Michelangelo’s statue of David. After seeing so many of Florence’s Renaissance attractions, the afternoon is yours to explore her shops, museums, markets and cafes at your leisure. Meals: B

Day 6: Thur, May 2 Tuscany / Siena TourToday, we drive through the beautiful Tuscan countryside to Siena. Notice the medieval ramparts where you are greeted with the Latin inscription ‘Cor Magis Tibi Sena Pandit’ (Siena opens its heart to you). We’ll walk through the maze of narrow streets, see the Piazza Del Campo where the famous ‘Palio Horse Race’ is held and the 13th century Cathedral. On our way back we will stop in San Gimignano, another beautiful medieval town famous for its unmistakable skyline. San Gimignano is known as the city of “hundred towers”. Today only 13 towers still remain of the fourteenth century and make the city clearly visible and recognizable from afar. Meals: B

Day 7: Friday, May 3 Florence to Rome via AssisiAfter breakfast we will leave Florence and head south to Rome. Through the Umbria region we will arrive in the delightful town of Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis. Here we will have time to visit the cathedral and the amazing frescoes by Giotto and the medieval downtown. After a brief stop by the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli we will continue to Rome. Meals: B

Day 8: Sat, May 4 LDS Temple Tour & optional session with free afternoon to explore Rome on your ownTransfer by private coach to the new LDS Temple. Those who wish can attend a session as well as tour the grounds and Visitors’ Center of this historic temple. We’ll return to our hotel in the afternoon and you’ll have the rest of the day to explore Rome on your own. Meals: B

Day 9: Sunday, May 5 LDS Church and Rome City TourThis morning after breakfast we’ll travel by coach to attend a local Sacrament meeting. Afterwards we’ll return to the hotel to change our clothes to continue our visit of the famous sites of Ancient Rome. As we arrive at the Coliseum, walk underneath the Constantine Arch then enter the huge arena dating from 79AD. Next stop is the Roman Forum, where the ancient market place seems to jump to life as we stroll through the ruins. Back on the coach, we’ll drive past Circus Maximus and the Baths of Caracalla on our way to the Pantheon, which was built over 2,000 years ago to honor Caesar Augustus and later converted to a Christian church. Stop at Piazza Navona, one of Rome’s most beautiful and popular squares with its three fountains. Meals: B

Day 10: Monday, May 6 Vatican and Ancient Rome TourThis morning tour the Vatican, the world’s smallest independent state. Your guide will start with an overview of the history of the Vatican Museums. The highlight of the tour will be the Sistine Chapel, where the ceiling is covered with Michelangelo’s most famous paintings. Then we explore St. Peter’s Square, with Bernini’s 284 columns, before entering St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest church in Christendom. This afternoon you are free to enjoy the city of Rome on your own.

Tonight a farewell dinner is served at a local restaurant including live music entertainment. Return transfers from hotel are included.Meals: B, D

Day 11: Tuesday, May 7 Return to the USABoard your private coach to the airport for your homebound flight. Arrive in the USA on the same day. Meals: B

Tour Includes:• Deluxe motor coach transportation• Local Licensed guides & Historians with your experienced LDS Tour Directors• 9 nights Hotel accommodations in Venice(2), Florence (3) and Rome (4) in a deluxe 4 star hotels• Sightseeing as outlined on the itinerary• Meals as outlined (Breakfast daily & farewell dinner)• Entrance fees to all noted locations/museums• Transportation to either see the temple site or attend the Open House at the LDS Temple (dates pending)• Audio system headsets throughout tour• Document package

Price does not include: • Airfare to Venice home from Rome• Private sightseeing not included on itinerary• Tour gratuities for bus driver and special LDS Host/Guides • Items of a personal nature• Travel insurance (plans start at $35)• Meals not included in tour outline

Optional Pricing: • Single Supplement $3220.00/Private room• Ask about our Single/Share Program **

Payment Terms• $500.00 down payment NOW confirms your spot• Final Payment is due January 25, 2019• This tour is based on a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 50 passengers • Terms: morrismurdock.com/terms

A minimum number of 30 passengers is needed for the advertised tour price. If enrollment falls under an additional supplement may apply if tour is operated