Join Us for The Adventure of a Lifetime!
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Available PackagesFridayApril 2, 2027TuesdayApril 13, 2027$5779
Join our tour host Michael Phillips on one of our most popular tours and discover the timeless beauty of Italy. This unforgettable journey takes you to many famous Italian cities with the highlights being Venice, Florence, and the magnificent ROME
Experience the Wonders of Italy!
Join our tour host Michael Phillips on one of our most popular tours and discover the timeless beauty of Italy. This unforgettable journey takes you to many famous Italian cities with the highlights being Venice, Florence, and the magnificent ROME!
Begin your adventure in Venice, where you’ll glide along its famed canals on a gondola ride, explore narrow sidewalks, and admire hand-blown glass on the charming islands of Murano and Burano. Experience the magic of this floating city, steeped in history and romance. From Venice, we travel to the picturesque hills of Tuscany. While in Florence we will encounter many great works of art, including a favorite stop to see the statue of Michelangelo’s David. We will see the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa and visit the ancient marble quarry visited many times by Michelangelo and other Renaissance sculptures and used by Thorvaldsen to get the marble for the original Christus statue.
Journey through the medieval town of Sienna en route to Rome, Italy’s captivating capital. For those interested, you will be able to visit the beautiful LDS Rome Temple. Discover the grandeur of the Coliseum, the splendor of the Trevi Fountain, and many other sites that echo Rome’s illustrious past. Italy promises to captivate every visitor. Whether it’s your first trip or your tenth, there’s always something new and special awaiting you. Come and fall in love with Italy on this incredible tour!
To book this tour contact your favorite Morris Columbus Travel Advisor or the Group Tour Manager listed below:
Sarah Wangsgard, Tour Manager
Tel: (801) 483-6473
Email – swangsgard@morrismurdock.com
Highlights
- 1 tour-bus experience for the whole tour
- Special Tour Director on for the whole trip along with local guides for in-depth location detail and history
- Advance timed entry tickets to attractions included = less time waiting in lines
Today we depart the US and fly overnight to Venice, Italy. See you soon!
Meals: In-flight
Welcome to Italy! When you arrive at Venice Airport, you’ll be greeted by your local guide, meet our coach, and then head to the hotel with your luggage. From there we will drive into the city and board our vaporetto for the trip into the center of Venice. We will have a short walking tour to acquaint ourselves with the city as well as a visit to the Basilica. Then we will have a bit of free time before a welcome dinner in the city. Return to hotel.
We will drive to the port and board our vaporetto and travel to the island of Murano to visit a glass blowing operation. From there we will continue on to the delightful island of Burano to see lace-makers at work. We will have free time in Burano for shopping, exploring and lunch. After lunch, we will return to Venice for a visit to the Doge’s palace and a gondola ride. We will then have free time in the city before returning to our hotel.
We will start our day’s journey with a visit to Bologna and its immense and amazing Cathedral. We will have free time for exploring and lunch in this gastronomic center of Italy. After lunch we will travel to Spezia where we will spend the next two nights.
Today we will visit the five villages of Cinque Terra utilizing the train that runs from Spezia every 20 minutes through this beautiful and storied part of the Italian Coast. We will start with a visit to Riomaggiore and its picturesque harbor. After some free time, we will ride the train through Manarola and Corniglia and then stop in Varnazza, considered by most to be the most picturesque of the five villages. We will visit the Doria Castle for both historical context and the views and then have free time for exploring and lunch. In the afternoon we will take the train to Monterosso. The brave cane hike rather than ride the train!
In Monterosso there will be time for exploring and visiting the only real sand beach in Cinque Terra. This evening, we will have a wonderful seafood dinner in Monterosso and a sunset boat tour to see the villages from the water.
We will bid farewell to Cinque Terra and travel to the famous city of Pisa where we will have time for exploring and lunch. From Pisa, we will drive to Florence and begin our time there with a visit to the famous overlook to get a view of the city. We will then go into town and have a short walking tour. Then off to our hotel where we spend the next two nights.
This will be a day filled with the wonders of Florence. We will start at the Academia to see Michaelangelo’s David. From there, we will continue into the city to see the Medici tombs at San Lorenzo. Then we will have some free time for exploring and shopping. In the afternoon we will visit the magnificent Uffizi Gallery, certainly one of the greatest museums in the world. Then we will have the evening free for exploring this wonderful city. Dinner on your own.
Today we will visit two wonderful cities. First San Gimignano famous for its towers and its gelato. We will the drive into Siena where we will have some free time for exploring and lunch followed by a short walking tour and visit to the cathedral. We will depart Siena and drive into Rome.
Today our focus will be ancient Rome. We will visit the Colosseum and the Forum and then walk into the city to see the amazing Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain. The afternoon and evening will be yours for exploring, shopping, and dinner on your own.
We will depart early for a day trip to see the ruins of Pompeii. We will have a group lunch together after leaving the ruins and will then return to Rome for dinner and overnight.
This morning we will visit the Vatican museum as well as St. Peter’s. The afternoon will be free for exploring, last-minute shopping and packing. In the evening we will have a special farewell dinner in a local restaurant.
Bidding arrivederci to the Splendors of Italy we will sadly board our flights home.
Meals: On-flight
- Deluxe Motor Coach Transportation
- Group transfers
- Morris Murdock Escort Michael Phillips and Local Tour Manager
- Hotel accommodations in moderate 4-star hotels
- Sightseeing tours as outlined on the itinerary
- Entrance fees to sites
- Gratuities for any included Meals
- All breakfasts
- Welcome & Farewell dinners included and 2 additional dinners
- Whisper sets throughout the tour
- Porterage and city taxes
- International Airfare to Venice home from Rome - Group Air TBA out of Salt Lake City
- Additional transfers when not arriving or departing with group
- Sightseeing not included on the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature (i.e., phone calls, room service, internet, etc.)
- Travel insurance (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)
- Gratuities to Tour Manager, local guides and driver
- Meals not covered on program
Join Us for The Adventure of a Lifetime!
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Available PackagesFridayApril 2, 2027TuesdayApril 13, 2027$5779
About Michael Phillips
A veteran traveler and tour guide, Michael Phillips has designed and led tours the world-over and is always excited to have his groups learn and experience something new and exciting. The world is a beautiful place and each time we travel we are exposed to the wonders that await around every corner.
Michael is Senior Principal Consultant with the RBL Group. He works globally and has taught, trained, and lectured throughout the United States, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Known for his dynamic teaching, lecturing, and group facilitation, Michael has designed and taught courses for every level of learner, from grade-schoolers through graduate students, working professionals and retirees. Prior to his consulting career, Michael was a professor at Brigham Young University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Chicago. Michael is the author or editor of more than 35 books, articles and reviews and has served on the boards of several associations and foundations. He is married to Rebecca Wright Phillips and they have three children.
Pricing Information
Pricing:
- Double Occupancy – $5779.00 per person
- Triple Occupancy – $5779.00 per person – ask for availability
- Single Rate – $7249.00 for private room
Payment Terms:
- Deposit of $500 per person is due at the time of booking
- Full Payment due January 4, 2027
- This tour required a minimum of 25 travelers to guarantee the advertised price *Ask about details
Please see our cancellation policy:
If a participant needs to cancel their reservation, written notice must be provided. Cancellations within seven calendar days of booking (if not past the final payment date) will receive a full refund, excluding airfares, which follow the airline’s policy. Cancellations after the seven-day grace period incur a 50% penalty on the deposit until the final payment date, and cancellations after the final payment date are non-refundable, including for unused portions of the tour.
Most tour and cruise packages are sold as “Land Only”. This allows you the freedom to purchase tickets on your preferred airline and from your home city. We may offer group flights depending on the tour.
Yes! Once the frequent flyer reservations have been confirmed and ticketed by the airline, please provide a copy of the itinerary to us to ensure that proper transfer arrangements are made. We regret that we cannot assist with making frequent flyer reservations.
Yes! If you want to save some money, this is the ideal option. All reservations paid for by check or cash will receive a discount. The amount varies by tour and will be listed on the web-site.
Yes! If you are a Deseret Book Platinum Club member an additional discount may be available. There may be Expo discounts or other promotional discounts offered from time to time. However, only one discount per person will apply with the exception of the cash discount. Please call for details.
Because unforeseen circumstances may arise, we strongly recommend that you purchase travel insurance. This insurance will cover you in case you need to cancel a tour after final payment has been made. Certain restrictions apply.
Some tours do include gratuities for the local guides and bus drivers and others do not. Please refer to the “What is Included” section for your specific trip to find out.
Please note that many of these tours require that participants be in good physical and mental health. You must be capable, without assistance, of walking a minimum of one mile over uneven terrain and of climbing stairs that may not have handrails. Participants should have sufficient stamina to keep pace with an active group of travelers on long days of touring. Anyone with disabilities should have a travel companion who is willing and capable of assisting. Please let us know if you fall into this category.
In order for the enjoyment of all tour participants, we generally request that children be a minimum of 8 years old to participate on the tour. Parents should be advised that they may be the only youth on the tour. Some tours may be designed with family travel in mind and will be advertised as such. Please contact us if you have any questions.
All U.S. citizens are required to have a current passport valid for six months beyond the return date if the trip is international. In some cases a visa may also be required. For tours wholly within the United States a valid Drivers License is acceptable documentation.
Please remember that your first and last name on your ticket must match your passport or drivers license. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please call our office for assistance.
The final payment for an international tour is due 90 days prior to departure and for domestic tours it is due 60 days prior to departure. Full payment is required for new reservations received within the final payment period.
Per person cancellation fees are based on the date we receive notice from you.
For tours in the United States:
- Cancellations within 7 days of booking (if not within final payment date): full deposit refunded.
- Cancellations after the grace period ends to 91 days prior to departure: $125 will be refunded (50% of tour deposit)
- Cancellations from 90 to 61 days prior to departure: no refund of deposit
- Full payment due: 60 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations made 59 days or less prior to departure: no refund.
- Cancellations made on the day of departure: no refund
- Cancellation by Morris Murdock Escorted Tours: full refund.
- No refund for unused portions of the tour, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights, and sightseeing.
For all other tours including international tours and cruises:
- Cancellations within 7 days of booking (if not within final payment date): full deposit refunded.
- Cancellations after the grace period ends to 91 days prior to departure: $250 refund (50% of tour deposit)
- Full payment due: 90 days prior to departure.
- Cancellations made 89 days or less prior to departure: no refund
- Cancellations made on the day of departure: no refund
- Cancellation by Morris Murdock Escorted Tours: full refund.
- No refund for unused portions of the tour, including but not limited to, missed meals, hotel nights, and sightseeing.
Will I receive a refund?
The refund amount, if any, will be paid according to the cancellation schedule listed above. We highly recommend travel insurance.
Since each tour is different, please refer to the individual tour recommendations on the web-site. Generally speaking, you will want to pack comfortable walking shoes, slacks and shirts that can be easily layered should there be a change in temperature. Be sure pack an extra change of clothing, camera and prescription medicines in your carry on bag.
Carry-on: Most airlines permit each passenger to take one carry-on bag, total dimensions (22″+ 14″+ 9″) of which must not exceed 45 inches and which cannot weigh more than 22 lbs., and one additional personal carry-on item, such as a purse or briefcase/laptop case; all carry-on items must fit under the seat in front of you or in the overhead compartment.
Checked: Please check with your airline to confirm the current luggage limitations and any applicable fees. Most carriers charge a fee for any checked bags, with a discount if this is done ahead of time online.
Overweight: Please note that many airlines charge significant fees for overweight or oversized luggage. Be sure that all baggage and personal belongings are properly insured. Items such as medications, jewelry, or other valuables, breakable or perishable items, and important documents should be hand-carried. Responsibility will not be assumed by the airline for loss of or damage to these items.
Due to recent security issues on flights coming into the United States, the Transportation Security Administration has updated its aviation security measures. For an up-to-date list of items banned from carry-on luggage and items you can carry on, please visit: www.tsa.gov.
**Please see our complete Terms and Conditions for more information
