Italy
A beautiful peninsula surrounded by clear water on three sides and the Alps on the Northern border, Italy is located in the heart of the Mediterranean basin on the southern coast of Europe.
A parliamentary republic with Rome as its capital, Italy shares borders with France, Switzerland, Austria and Slovenia and is home for the microstate of Vatican City. With over 60 million citizens, Italy is the third-most populated member of the European Union.
Italy holds a prominent place in the history of the world’s most influential civilizations and cultures including the Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Greeks, and the Latins who formed the Roman Kingdom which became an Empire.
Home to the Papal seat of the Roman Catholic Church and many fascinating and popular tourist attractions, Italy draws millions of religious pilgrims as well as leisure visitors each year.
With an advanced economy, Italy enjoys a high quality of life, healthcare, and education, is a global hub of arts, music, literature, science and fashion, and boasts the world's largest number of World Heritage Sites.
Things You'll See
The Vatican City
The epicenter of the Roman Catholic Church, this independent city-state houses significant art and architecture including St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums.
The Mamertine Prison: Historically regarded as the prison of the Apostles Peter and Paul, offering a connection to early Church history.
Pompei
Pompeii, nestled at the foot of Mount Vesuvius, is an archaeological treasure trove that provides a snapshot of Roman life frozen in time by the volcanic eruption in 79 AD. Its well-preserved ruins, including homes, temples, and marketplaces, offer a unique insight into the Roman world that existed at the dawn of Christianity, highlighting the cultural and historical context in which the early Christian community lived and spread throughout the Roman Empire.
Capri
Capri is a captivating island located in Italy's Bay of Naples, known for its stunning natural beauty, ancient Roman ruins, and rich historical tapestry. For tourists interested in the spread of early Christianity and the Roman Empire's influence, Capri offers a unique vantage point to explore the broader narrative of the region's transformation during the early Christian era
Agrigento
Agrigento is a historic city on the southern coast of Sicily, famous for the Valley of the Temples, an outstanding example of Greater Greece art and architecture. This ancient city, once a thriving center of Hellenistic culture, offers tourists a glimpse into the early phases of Christianity's expansion in the Mediterranean, through its archaeological sites and early Christian remnants intertwined with Greek and Roman influences.
Highlights
The Baptistery of St. John
Renowned for its artistic significance, particularly the bronze doors depicting biblical scenes
The Church of San Marco
Famous for its frescoes and ties to the religious reformative thinking preceding the Reformation.
Santa Maria delle Grazie
The convent that is home to "The Last Supper" by Leonardo da Vinci, a pivotal piece of Faith-themed art.
The Shroud of Turin
Housed in the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, it's a famous and controversial Christian relic.
Day 1: Arrival in Rome
- Arrive at Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (Fiumicino) in Rome.
- After settling in, visit the Colosseum and Roman Forum, providing context for early Christian history under the Roman Empire.
- Evening: Brief exploration of central Rome and rest. Overnight in Rome.
Day 2: Rome
- Morning: Visit the Vatican City to see St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museums.
- Afternoon: Tour the Mamertine Prison, historically regarded as the prison of Apostles Peter and Paul.
- Evening: Free time for personal exploration. Overnight in Rome.
Day 3: Florence
- Morning: Travel to Florence.
- Afternoon: Visit the Duomo (Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore) and the Baptistery of St. John.
- Evening: Explore the Church of San Marco. Overnight in Florence.
Day 4: Venice
- Early morning: Travel to Venice.
- Visit St. Mark’s Basilica and the Scuola Grande di San Rocco to view Tintoretto's paintings.
- Evening: Free time to explore Venice. Overnight in Venice.
Day 5: Milan
- Morning: Travel to Milan.
- Visit the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) and see Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" at Santa Maria delle Grazie.
- Evening: Prepare for departure
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