Pure Simplicity Travels

Pure Simplicity Travels

Italian Vista Tour

Aug 15, 2027 to Aug 22, 2027
Italy

🇮🇹 Pure Simplicity Travels is Headed to Italy — and You’re Invited! ✨


Pack your bags and leave the planning to me! As your Trusted Travel Advisor, I’ve curated an unforgettable Italian getaway where all you have to do is show up and enjoy every breathtaking moment.

AUGUST 15th - AUGUST 22, 2027 (8days/7nights)

🍷 No stressing over details.
🍝 No overthinking logistics.
🗺️ Just sit back, relax, and let me handle everything, from start to finish!

The best part? You’ll have over a year to make easy payments, and your spot can be secured with a deposit as low as $250 per person.

SEATS FOR THIS TOUR ARE LIMITED TO ONLY 30  so don’t hesitate and miss out!

🇮🇹 Experience Italy Like Never Before!

Get lost in hidden cobblestone streets, sip espresso at a sidewalk café as the world drifts by, and sail across shimmering blue waters that feel straight out of a dream. This isn’t just another trip—it’s your Italian fantasy come to life!

From the ancient wonders of Rome’s Colosseum to the dreamy canals of Venice, the peaceful charm of Assisi’s back alleys to the chic energy of Milan’s fashion scene, every stop is a new chapter of adventure, flavor, and passion.

Indulge in the sweet serenity of Lake Como, raise a glass of Aperol in Padua, and feel the warmth of locals as they share stories, art, and maybe even a few secret recipes along the way.

✨ Bonus: Choose your own adventure in Venice with flexible excursions designed to fit your travel style whether you crave romance, culture, or a little bit of both.

Italy is calling… will you answer? 💫
Let’s make memories the Pure Simplicity way.

Your Italian dream is waiting don’t just imagine it… live it!
🍝🍷🇮🇹

 

You will need a valid passport that does not expire six months before the travel date to attend this trip!

Prices are subject to change prior to booking.

This program is active. Walking is done over cobbled streets, uneven surfaces, stairs, steps, and significant slopes. Expect some of the sightseeing to require hours of walking as well as a considerable time standing. Many historical cities have specific driving regulations, with set drop off and pick up points, that result in extra walking to and from the sights. The pace is fast as many sites are included in different parts of Itay.


 

What's included in this trip:

SOME MEALS ARE INCLUDED
$200 Discount for booking with Pure Simplicity Travels (price reflected)
• Guided sightseeing in Rome includes a visit to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square and Colosseum
• Visit to Orvieto
• Visit to the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi
• Guided walking tour in Florence’s historic center
• Orientation drive in Padua plus an [LF] Italian aperitivo at Café Pedrocchi
• Globus Choice excursions in Venice − Included in your tour with your choice of a guided walking tour to see St. Mark’s Square and Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and Bridge of Sighs, or an aperitivo in a historic St. Mark’s Square caffè
• Orientation walk in Verona
• Orientation walk in Milan features sights of La Scala Opera House, the Galleria, and Duomo
• Private boat ride across Lake Como to the beautiful village of Bellagio
 
 

HAND-PICKED HOTELS 

We’ve vetted and hand-selected the best hotels around the world with location, comfort, and style in mind. Enjoy first-class hotels in each destination, and check in with the confidence that we’ve already checked everything out for your comfort and convenience.

 7nights First Class accommodations:
    •  Hotel St. Martin
    • Grand Hotel Assisi
    •  Hotel Milano
    •  Duo Milan Porta Nuova
 

What's not included:

  • Airfare
  • Travel Protection (must be purchased or provided proof of)
  • Gratuity 
  • Some Meals
  • Some Tours
  • Personal Items
  • Alcohol
  • Baggage Fees
  • Pre or Post Trip Accommodations

 

Itinerary:

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN ROME, ITALY 

Welcome to Rome! 
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. 
Dinner is included 
 
 
DAY 2: FULL DAY IN ROME 
When in Rome 
Discover the timeless beauty of Rome with a guided sightseeing of the Eternal City. Be transported back to Ancient Rome when you stand in the Colosseum and hear stories of Gladiators and Emperors. Enter the Vatican City State for a visit of the extensive Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Square, and the spectacular St. Peter's Basilica. Free time late afternoon and evening to take in more sights and experiences.* 

* For operational reasons, schedule changes for the Rome program cannot be excluded. 
Breakfast is included 
 
 

DAY 3: ROME–ORVIETO–ASSISI 

Historic Hilltops 
Depart Rome and drive into Umbria, the “green heart of Italy.” Stop in the hill town of Orvieto, perched dramatically on a plug of volcanic rock and dominated by a striking cathedral. Enjoy free time to explore Piazza del Duomo. Continue to the stunning town of Assisi, birthplace of St. Francis, visit the Basilica named after him and browse the charming streets. Free time this afternoon and evening. 
146mi / 235 km
Breakfast is included 
 
 

DAY 4: ASSISI–FLORENCE–PADUA 

Legendary Landmarks 
Florence is one of Italy’s most celebrated cities. Meet your Local Guide for a walk through the historic center, stopping to admire and learn more about the cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the massive bronze doors of the Baptistry’s “Gates of Paradise,” and the sculptures of Signoria Square. Later, drive across the Apennine Mountains and River Po to arrive in Padua. An orientation drive will familiarize you with the city while an Globus Local Favorite Italian aperitivo (pre-dinner cocktail) at Café Pedrocchi will give you a real taste of local life. 
261 mi / 420 km
Breakfast is included 
 
 
 

DAY5: PADUA. EXCURSION TO VENICE 

Spend your day your way in Venice 
A short drive to Venice, before taking a private boat ride along the Giudecca Canal. Prepare for breath taking views as you sail in front of the entrance to St Mark’s Square. On disembarking walk to an historic vetreria to meet a local glassblower and learn how the world-famous Murano glass is created. Explore more of Venice with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions. 
Palaces & Pontoons
Your Local Guide shares legendary stories on a Venice walking tour, featuring iconic St. Mark¿s Square, with views of its landmark columns, Basilica, and Clock Tower. Enjoy skip-the-line access and guided visit to magnificent Doge¿s Palace, with its lavish rooms and infamous Bridge of Sighs which offered a final glimpse of the outside world to prisoners crossing to prison.
Location, Location, Location!
Once described by Napoleon as "the world's most beautiful drawing room," St. Mark's Square remains the beating heart of Venice. After a short stroll through some picturesque calli (alleyways), take a seat in a historic café for a taste of Venetian café culture. Enjoy a refreshment served with unrivaled views of Venetian landmarks!
Enjoy a leisurely evening. 
56 mi / 90 km
Breakfast is included 
 
 
DAY 6: PADUA–VERONA–MILAN
Ladies & Gentlemen of Verona 
Arrive in the elegant city of Verona, rich in history, but made famous by Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers. Enjoy a stroll to admire the main squares of Piazza delle Erbe and Piazza Bra, with its pink marble Roman Arena. Continue to the bustling city of Milan for an orientation walk to see famous landmarks including La Scala Opera House, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and Duomo. This evening free time to familiarize yourself with some local specialties for dinner. 
155 mi / 250 km
Breakfast is included
 


DAY 7 MILAN. EXCURSION TO LAKE COMO 

Life on the Lake 
Discover why Lake Como has attracted visitors since the Roman times as you take Globus Local Favorite a private boat ride across it to the delightful town of Bellagio, known locally as the “Pearl of Lake Como.” Keep your eyes out for celebrities as you saunter along the lakefront promenade and charming alleyways. Back in Milan, join your travel companions for a farewell dinner at a local restaurant. 
106 mi /170 km
Breakfast and Dinner Included
 
 
 

DAY 8: MILAN 

Safe travels until we meet again! 
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. 
Breakfast is included 
 
 
 
 

 

 


 

Cancellation policy:

DEPOSITS ARE NON REFUNDABLE 
 

Please Read Carefully

Reserving or participating in any travel services offered by Group Voyagers, Inc. (authorized to do business as Globus, Cosmos, and Avalon Waterways) acting as tour operators or intermediary in the distribution of products packaged by other tour operators (hereinafter “The Company”, “we”, “us”), constitutes a contractual agreement between the participant (“you”) and The Company and/or the tour operator and is an acknowledgement that you have read, understand, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions (“Terms”), and any other applicable waivers (see “Waivers” section) for your trip. You must be at least 18 years of age to make a reservation. In all cases, the person making the reservation represents and warrants that all participants have consented to, accepted, and agreed to be bound by these Terms.

The Company (and the tour operator if applicable) reserves the right to update or amend these Terms at any time prior to you making a reservation. The Terms as listed online when completing a reservation are those that control, except to the extent the Terms are superseded by applicable law.

Any payment made to The Company shall be deemed to constitute full acceptance of these Terms.


Guest Acknowledgement

Upon depositing your reservation, you must complete the Guest Acknowledgement process to register for your trip. Completing Guest Acknowledgement is required to confirm your reservation. Services will not be provided if you do not complete Guest Acknowledgement and you will be subject to cancellation fees.

During Guest Acknowledgement, you will be asked to verify the names on the reservation, provide at least one email address for reservation communications, and acknowledge and accept Terms & Conditions.

Deposit, Payments, Confirmation & Invoicing

Pricing & Price Guarantee

Prices shown are per person, based on two people sharing a room. Prices do not include airfares, except where noted on specific itineraries, and are subject to change without notice.

Pricing for trips and services are set by the tour operator and are subject to change at any time prior to receipt of full deposit. Your Price is locked in and guaranteed for the items on your reservation at the time of deposit receipt, unless you amend your reservation and subject to the Errors and Omissions section below. 

Deposit to Hold Space

When making a reservation, a non-refundable deposit is required for each person and each trip. The deposit amount varies based on the trip and services booked. Please refer to the Deposit Amounts section below for details. 

Deposits can be transferred to an alternate trip up to 180 days before the departure date of the current reservation. If the deposit amount for the new trip is lower than that of the current trip, the original deposit remains non-refundable. Transferred reservations are subject to new prices, promotions, and cancellation fee schedules.  Within 180 days to departure, trips transferred to another date are subject to cancellation penalties (See below Cancellation Fee Schedule) and new deposit collection (See Deposit Amounts section below).

 

Full Payment

Full payment is required by the final payment date. The final payment date is dependent upon the trip and services booked. See section “Deposit Amounts, Final Payment Dates, & Cancellation Fee Schedule” below.

If you do not pay the full invoice by the final payment date, your reservation and all services on the reservation, will be cancelled, and your deposit, airfare and travel protection premiums will be forfeited.

Travel Protection payments are always non-refundable.

Reservations made after the final payment date require full payment at the time of reservation and will include any late reservation fees.

Ways to Pay

The Company accepts payment via check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, and American Express.

Confirmation

Your reservation is confirmed when your initial deposit payment is processed. Your invoice, when documented as payment received, is confirmation of services on the reservation.

Accuracy of Invoice Details

You are responsible for providing and verifying full, complete and accurate information for all participants and services at the time of reservation. Under no circumstances is The Company liable for any errors or omissions in the information provided by you to complete the reservation. If you do not notify The Company of any error within 5 days of making the reservation, you are solely responsible for all fees assessed due to incomplete, erroneous or inaccurate details.

Errors & Omissions

*In the event the price listed, quoted, or confirmed is incorrect due to a system error, human error or other error, The Company or the tour operator reserves the right to correct the price and reinvoice you at the correct price.


Deposit Amounts

Deposit amounts listed below are per person and do not include Travel Protection or any deposit or final payment amounts for additional airfare. Deposits and Travel Protection are always non-refundable.

Final Payment Dates

Final payment dates are determined on days prior to the commencement of services. Reservations not paid in full by the final payment date will be cancelled and deposit, plus any travel protection, will be retained.

The following have a final payment date of 180 days prior to the commencement of services

 

Cancellation Fee Schedule

Cancellation fees are calculated based on the days prior to the commencement of services in which notification of trip cancellation is received. All services on the reservation are subject to these cancellation fees, except Travel Protection, which is always non-refundable.  

  Cancellation Fees: (% of total price)

  • Final Payment Date – 30 days: 50%
  • 29 – 1 days: 80%
  • Day of departure or later: 100% 

Revision Fees

On or Before Final Payment Date

All revisions to a reservation will incur a minimum $30 per person fee plus any airline change fees (minimum $300 per participant up to full airfare amount). These fees are non-refundable.

After the Final Payment Date

Any change to a participant’s name, trip date, or itinerary after the final payment date is treated as a full cancellation and new reservation. All cancellation fees apply in these instances. All other revisions apply the same revision fee as above.

Not Included in Pricing

Unless specifically noted in your trip itinerary, the following is not included in your reservation.

  • porterage at hotels on Cosmos and Globus Independent tours; exceptions exist on select tours based on hotel facilities and operational necessity;
  • porterage at airports and train stations;
  • airfare to and from the start of your trip;
  • airfare between bookings from one tour/cruise to another; 
  • airfare within an itinerary unless specified in the itinerary as included;
  • intra-trip air, unless specified in the itinerary as included;
  • airline baggage fees, including checked and/or excess baggage fees;
  • Federal inspection fees for U.S. Immigrations & Customs; ^
  • International Air Transportation tax; ^
  • other per-person taxes imposed by government entities if collected in destination by these governing bodies;
  • airport taxes and fees, including the September 11th Security fee up to $11.20 per person, participant facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $4.10 per segment, and U.S. and international arrival and departure and other government-imposed fees added by the airline and applicable at time of reservation; ^
  • passports; visas; vaccinations; entry/exit fees; travel authorizations; other government travel fees for documentation to enter or exit the country; 
  • gratuities to your Tour Director, Cruise Director, Local Host®, driver, Local Guides, and/or ship’s crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships;
  • laundry; telephone; minibar;
  • entry/exit fees at airports^;
  • alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant or on board your vessel (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant);
  • airport transfers (unless on qualifying flights);
  • optional excursions; 
  • Travel Protection

Cancellations & Refunds

Participant Cancellations

You may cancel your reservation by notifying The Company (and / or the tour operator if applicable). Calculation of cancellation fee amounts includes all services and fees on the invoice based on the number of days prior to departure by which we receive the notification. See the information above.

Cancellation by The Company or the Tour Operator

To the extent permitted by applicable law, The Company, or the tour operator if applicable, reserve the right to cancel or reschedule any trip departure for any reason, including insufficient demand, strikes, lockouts, riots, stoppage of labor or Force Majeure Event (see under Force Majeure).

In the event of a cancellation by The Company (or the tour operator if applicable) prior to departure for reasons excluding Force Majeure (see section “Force Majeure”), The Company, on behalf of the tour operator if applicable, will try, at your discretion, to rebook the same trip with a different departure date, or a similar trip, but there is no guarantee of availability. The Company, on behalf of the tour operator if applicable, will refund the difference in price if the alternate is lower. You are responsible for additional costs if the alternate is higher. If this rebooking option is not acceptable to you, The Company’s only responsibility is refunding you the amounts paid by you for the reservation.

In the event of a cancellation by The Company (on behalf of or by the tour operator if applicable) prior to departure or during your trip for conditions under Force Majeure (see section Force Majeure), The Company (on behalf of the tour operator if applicable) may offer a future travel credit for the portion of your trip that was impacted. Future travel credits will be added to your welcome back credit and can be redeemed for travel with The Company or the tour operator if applicable for one year past your original trip start date. If a future travel/booking credit is not acceptable to you, in the majority of Force Majeure situations, you can notify the company within 21 days of advisement and you could be refunded the amounts paid by you for the portion of your trip impacted. If you do not notify the Company and/or the tour operator if applicable within 21 days of advisement, a refund is no longer available.

The Company is not liable or responsible for any arrangements made independently of The Company. The Company assumes no responsibility for costs or fees you incur for independent arrangements not booked through The Company, inclusive of, but not limited to, airline, hotel, excursion and travel protection related charges.

Refunds

Any request for refunds is subject to these Terms and subject to approval from the tour operator if applicable.

Airport Transfers

Airport transfers are complimentary (excluding North America and select itineraries) with air booked through The Company on qualifying flights and dates. Not all flights or dates qualify. No cash equivalent or trip price reduction is given if you do not use, or desire, the included transfers. Airport transfers are not available in North America and on select itineraries unless otherwise specified in the itinerary.

Private Touring

Changes made en route at your discretion to tour features, timings, or tour services (e.g. meals, included sightseeing, etc...) are not refundable nor exchangeable for other services.

Unused Services

No refunds will be issued for unused services (late arrivals, temporary absences from your trip or early departures), for unused transportation where group activity tickets are involved, or for voluntary modifications made by you.

 

On Trip Experience

Baggage: Size, Weight, Quantity & Restrictions

Allowance & Porterage 

Hotel porterage (where available) for one bag per participant is included in the price on Globus and Avalon. Additional bags, if space is available, are charged extra and payable to the Tour or Cruise Director. If no space is available, you are responsible for arrangements for your extra bag(s) from location to location at your expense.

Porterage is not included at hotels on Cosmos or Globus Independent tours; exceptions exist on select tours based on hotel facilities and operational necessity. Porterage is not included at train stations or at airports.

Restrictions

For Travel via The Company:

  • Dimensions: 30” x 21” x 11” / 76cm x 53cm x 28cm maximum
  • Weight: 50lbs / 22kg maximum

Motorcoach Carry-on:

  • Carry-on bags must be small enough to store in overhead bins or under the seat in front of you.
  • Dimensions: 12”x11”x 6” / 30cm x 28 cm x 15 cm maximum.
  • For safety reasons, wheeled carry-on bags are not permitted.

Itinerary Timings

Itinerary timings are not guaranteed and are subject to change. No refunds are provided for changes to itinerary timings.

Included Excursions

Excursions listed as "Included" or "Included Choice" must be selected in advance of your departure date to ensure availability during the trip. These excursions may have limited availability, so it is highly recommended to make your selection through the instructions in the Travel Packets before departure. If not chosen in advance, there is no guarantee the Included or Included Choice will be available.  No refunds are provided for unavailable Included or Included Choice excursions during your trip.

Optional Excursions

Optional excursions are not included in your reservation. Optional excursions are provided by independent third-party operators (“Excursion Operators”). The Excursion Operators may render services subject to separate and additional terms and conditions, or may require you to execute additional documents, waivers, or releases. It is agreed and understood by you that any assumptions of liability, waivers, or releases that are part of the Excursion Operators’ terms & conditions, and any terms that are required by such Excursion Operators will also inure to the benefit of The Company or the tour operator if applicable.

Optional excursions purchased via The Company are subject to separate terms and conditions which are available during booking.

For operational reasons, not all optional excursions listed in the itinerary, in print, online, or in Travel Documents may be available during your trip. Your Tour / Cruise Director will advise of availability as applicable.

 

 

Safety & Medical Care

Certain risks and dangers may arise beyond our control, including but not limited to:

  • the hazards of traveling in undeveloped areas;
  • travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft, or other means of transportation;
  • forces of nature;
  • political unrest;
  • acts of lawlessness or terrorism;
  • accident or illness in remote regions without means of rapid evacuation or availability of medical facilities.

The Company (or the tour operator if applicable) will have no liability to you regarding the provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. While The Company (or the tour operator if applicable) will use its best efforts to ensure that adequate measures are taken, by agreeing to participate in a trip and/or optional excursions, you agree that you will indemnify and hold harmless The Company (or the tour operator if applicable) regarding the provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care rendered.

The Company is not responsible for such risks and dangers that may arise beyond its control. Payment of your trip indicates you accept these risks and dangers and agree to hold The Company and the tour operator if applicable harmless for them.

 


Available Packages

Italian Vista Twin Room
Available until February 1, 2027

$2,659.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person

Italian Vista Solo Room
Available until February 1, 2027

$3,159.00
Deposit: $250.00 per person

Extra options

Travel Protection
Available until February 1, 2027

$289.00
Deposit: $289.00

Pre Night Stay in ROME
Available until February 1, 2027

$298.00
Deposit: $298.00

Extra Night pricing if you would like to come in the day before the tour starts. (Based on double occupancy )

Post Night Stay MILAN
Available until February 1, 2027

$362.00
Deposit: $362.00

If you’d like to stay an Extra Night after the tour has ended in Milan (based on double occupancy)