🌍 European Adventure Trip
Complete Interactive Itinerary Dashboard - ROME ENHANCED
August 27 - September 8, 2025
13
Days
6
Cities
4
Travelers
12
Nights
Trip Overview
🗓️ City Timeline
Aug 28-30
Dublin (2 nights)
Aug 30-Sep 1
Paris (2 nights)
Sep 1-2
Munich (1 night)
Sep 2-4
Venice (2 nights)
Sep 4-8
Naples (4 nights)
✈️ Key Flights
Aug 27
IND → DUB (EI 0082)
Aug 30
DUB → CDG (EI 0522) - 07:50 to 10:40
Sep 1
CDG → MUC (AF 1722) - 09:35 to 11:05
Sep 8
NAP → ORD → IND
🚆 Train Journeys
Sep 2
Munich → Venice (EC 81)
Sep 4
Venice → Naples (Italo 8902)
Sep 5
Naples ⇄ Rome (Day Trip)
✅ Confirmed Reservations
🏨 Arlington Hotel Dublin
Aug 28-30
🍺 Skip the Line: Guinness & Jameson Tour
Aug 28, 11:30 AM
🏛️ Kilmainham Gaol
Aug 29, 9:30 AM (Ticket: 9:45 AM)
🍽️ The Winding Stair (Dublin)
Aug 29, 6:30 PM - Confirmation #130809
🍽️ Chez Janou (Paris)
Aug 30, 3:30 PM
🏨 Campanile Prime Paris 19
Aug 30-Sep 1
🎨 Louvre Museum
Aug 31, 10:00 AM
🗼 Eiffel Tower
Aug 31, 2:45 PM (Summit + Macarons)
🍽️ Le Train Bleu
Aug 30, 8:30 PM (Rhys & Vanessa)
🏨 Hotel Laimer Hof (Munich)
Sep 1-2
🏨 Hotel Guerrato (Venice)
Sep 2-4
🏛️ Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Tour
Sep 3, 10:00 AM
🚤 Murano & Burano Boat Tour
Sep 3, 1:30 PM - Booking #959647
🍽️ Gio's Restaurant (Venice)
Sep 2, 7:30 PM (Rhys & Vanessa) - Confirmation #55241
🏨 Rex Lifestyle Hotel (Naples)
Sep 4-8 (includes breakfast) - Confirmation #10633ZS33347
🏛️ Colosseum Tour (Rome)
Sep 5 - Vatican tour canceled
🌊 Amalfi Coast Tour
Sep 7
👨🍳 Naples Cooking Class
Sep 6
❄️ HOTEL AIR CONDITIONING SUMMARY
✅ Hotels WITH Air Conditioning (3 out of 5)
Paris: Campanile Prime - Full AC in all 208 rooms (highly rated)
Venice: Hotel Guerrato - Full AC, "felt cool during 100+ degree days"
Naples: Rex Lifestyle - Full AC in all 29 rooms (effective cooling)
❌ Hotels WITHOUT Air Conditioning (2 out of 5)
Dublin: Arlington Hotel - Fans provided (cooler weather, less critical)
Munich: Hotel Laimer Hof - "Very effective fans" (manageable in September)
🌡️ Heat Management Strategy
Dublin & Munich: Cooler northern cities, fans adequate
Venice & Naples: Hottest cities - both hotels have FULL AC
Emergency Cooling: Churches, grocery stores, upscale restaurants
Peak Heat: 12-4 PM - seek air-conditioned refuges
🍀 Dublin
August 28-30, 2025🚌 PUBLIC TRANSPORT ETIQUETTE
- CRITICAL: Buses don't stop automatically - you MUST hail/wave at the bus as it approaches
- Standing at bus stop is NOT enough - drivers will pass you by
- Place one hand out towards the road or give driver a little wave
- This is the #1 mistake tourists make with Dublin buses
🌧️ WEATHER REALITY
- Rain jacket > umbrella - Irish wind makes umbrellas useless
- Locals rarely use umbrellas except for all-day rain
- Most Irish people just run for shelter or ignore light rain
- Tourists stand out immediately by using umbrellas in light rain
🗣️ CULTURAL CONVERSATION
- "How are ya?" (sounds like "howeya") = casual greeting, not actual question
- "What's the story?" = "How are you?" not asking for literal story
- These are equivalent to saying "hi" - don't give detailed responses
- Irish people have larger personal space bubble than Americans
🍺 PUB CULTURE MISTAKES
- Temple Bar is tourist trap - locals avoid it
- Real Dublin pubs are outside Temple Bar area
- Don't expect clubs to stay open late (earlier closing than US)
- Pub food is actually good quality, not fast food
🏨 Arlington Hotel O'Connell Bridge
📍 23-25 Bachelor's Walk, North City, Dublin 1, D01 E9E1, Ireland
📅 Check-in: August 28 | Check-out: August 30
❄️ AC Status: No AC - Fans provided, windows for cooling (Dublin weather generally cooler)
⭐ Walking distance to attractions, Celtic Nights available
🧳 Confirmed luggage storage available
📦 UPS Access Point on Jervis Street (5-minute walk from hotel)
⏰ Optimal shipping time: Friday afternoon (August 29)
🆘 Emergency Preparedness
Universal EU Emergency Number: 112
Free from any mobile or fixed-line phone - connects to police, ambulance, or fire services
🇮🇪 Ireland-Specific Emergency Numbers
- All Emergencies: 112 or 999 (interchangeable)
- Police (Gardaí): 112 or 999
- Fire Brigade: 112 or 999
- Ambulance: 112 or 999
🏥 Important Non-Emergency Contacts
- US Embassy Dublin: +353 1 668 8777
- Dublin Airport Info: +353 1 814 1111
- Tourist Helpline: +353 1 884 7700
💡 Safety Reminders
- Keep hotel address written down in local language
- Have hotel phone number saved in your phone
- Download offline maps before going out
- Share your daily itinerary with someone back home
⚠️ DUBLIN CRITICAL TIMING ALERT
- Departure (Aug 30): 7:50 AM flight requires 5:00 AM hotel departure - very early after late night activities
- Recommendation: Arrange taxi night before, pack early, limit late night activities on Aug 29
Arrival & Gentle Introduction
August 28
8:45 AM
Arrive Dublin Airport
Flight EI 0082 from Indianapolis
10:30 AM
Check-in at Arlington Hotel
Drop bags, quick refresh, explore immediate area
11:30 AM
Skip the Line: Guinness Storehouse & Jameson Tour ✅ CONFIRMED
Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 11:45 AM - 3:45 PM. Tour in English for 4 adults. ⏰ MEET 15 MINUTES EARLY (11:30 AM)
Meeting Point: Outside The Old Jameson Distillery, Bow St, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 N9VH. Meet guide in front of Barrowman Statue (right of main entrance). DO NOT check in with Jameson ticket office - only with tour guide
Meeting Point: Outside The Old Jameson Distillery, Bow St, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 N9VH. Meet guide in front of Barrowman Statue (right of main entrance). DO NOT check in with Jameson ticket office - only with tour guide
4:15 PM
O'Connell Street & GPO
Dublin's main thoroughfare with historic General Post Office - site of 1916 Easter Rising. Quick visit after tour ends at 3:45 PM
6:30 PM
Celtic Nights Dinner & Show - BOOKED ✓
Traditional Irish music and dance performance at your hotel - perfect for jet lag recovery
Confirmed: Thursday 28 Aug 2025 @ 18:30
Tickets: 4 × €52 = €208.00 total
Confirmed: Thursday 28 Aug 2025 @ 18:30
Tickets: 4 × €52 = €208.00 total
Major Attractions Day
August 29
9:30 AM
Kilmainham Gaol ⭐ 5.0 ✅ CONFIRMED
Ireland's most important historical site. 90-minute guided tour. Ticket time: 9:45 AM (arrive 9:30 AM). Cost: €8 per adult
Directions (25-30 min): Walk to Aston Quay (Stop 315). Take Bus 13 or 40 towards Grange Castle. Get off at St. James's Hospital stop and walk 8 minutes to the Gaol. Routes: 13, 40, 69
Directions (25-30 min): Walk to Aston Quay (Stop 315). Take Bus 13 or 40 towards Grange Castle. Get off at St. James's Hospital stop and walk 8 minutes to the Gaol. Routes: 13, 40, 69
4:00 PM
Grafton Street Shopping - OPTIONAL
Premier shopping street with street performers and atmosphere
Note: Optional activity - skip if staying longer at Howth or if you prefer to relax before dinner
Note: Optional activity - skip if staying longer at Howth or if you prefer to relax before dinner
6:30 PM
Dinner at The Winding Stair ⭐ 4.0 ✅ CONFIRMED
40 Ormond Quay Lower, Dublin, Co. Dublin D01 R9Y5 (3-minute walk from hotel) - consensus choice from group voting
Reservation: Table for 4 on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Name: Rhys Kenworthy
Directions from Grafton St (7 min walk): Walk north on Grafton Street, turn left onto College Green, cross O'Connell Bridge, and the restaurant is on the left on Bachelor's Walk.
From Howth return: 11-minute walk from Tara Street Station - exit west, cross O'Connell Bridge, turn left along quay
Reservation: Table for 4 on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Name: Rhys Kenworthy
Directions from Grafton St (7 min walk): Walk north on Grafton Street, turn left onto College Green, cross O'Connell Bridge, and the restaurant is on the left on Bachelor's Walk.
From Howth return: 11-minute walk from Tara Street Station - exit west, cross O'Connell Bridge, turn left along quay
Departure to Paris
August 30
4:30 AM
Wake-up call
Very early departure for 7:50 AM flight
5:00 AM
Taxi to airport
Pre-arranged taxi departure to Dublin Airport
7:50 AM
Flight to Paris (EI 0522)
Charles de Gaulle to Munich. Arrives 10:40 AM local time
🌿 HIDDEN GEMS NEAR YOUR HOTEL
- Garden of Remembrance: Just 5 minutes from Arlington Hotel - quiet, beautiful space dedicated to those who died for Irish freedom
- Francis Street (Antiques Quarter): After Guinness tour, walk 5 minutes for authentic photos and window shopping in historic Dublin - non-touristy feel
- The Cobblestone: 10-minute walk from Jameson tour - traditional Irish pub with live music and genuine local atmosphere (skip tourist-packed pubs)
- IMMA Gardens: Before Kilmainham Gaol tour, stroll through Irish Museum of Modern Art grounds - peaceful escape with beautiful gardens
- Wolfe Tone Square Reset: Between Smithfield (Jameson) and O'Connell Street, detour through quiet square behind St. Mary's (Jervis Street) for 10-minute reset with benches
📸 PERFECT PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Spire on O'Connell Street: Frame from north end looking south - captures full height with historic GPO in foreground
- Kilmainham Gaol: Walk to back of building for imposing stone walls and barred windows from unique angle
- Howth Summit Commitment: Walk all the way to "Summit" for spectacular vistas of Lambay Island and Ireland's Eye (most tourists turn back too early)
- Howth Cliffs (if chosen): Walk 20 minutes from summit to natural viewing platform for panoramic views of Baily Lighthouse
💰 MONEY-SAVING LOCAL SECRETS
- Lundy Foot's: Classic Dublin pub near hotel - grab affordable sausage roll instead of expensive sit-down lunch
- Local 'Chippers': Small fish & chips shops in side streets around distilleries - more authentic and affordable than tourist restaurants
- Doran's on the Pier (Howth): Buy fresh prawns or smoked salmon from fishmonger plus brown bread - enjoy on upper pier wall for authentic harbor experience
- The Oar House (Howth): Local favorite for freshest seafood - much better value than main street tourist restaurants
🍺 AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES
- Jameson Bow St. Bar Strategy: When tasting wraps, have one person peel off 5 minutes early to grab a high-top upstairs - you'll beat the mini-rush that follows tour exit
- Guinness Gravity Bar Sweet Spot: Wraparound view has best spot facing Wicklow Mountains - wait near pillar labeled with Wicklow skyline for fastest turnover
- Celtic Nights After-Show: Ask staff before show if musicians will jam in bar after the set - position near bar's corner banquette for front-row feel
- Guinness Open Gate Brewery: Skip crowded Gravity Bar - walk 5 minutes to their experimental taproom for unique, small-batch beers and relaxed local vibe
- Howth Upper Cliff Path: Take challenging upper path instead of crowded main route - more dramatic views, fewer people
🚌 SMART LOGISTICS
- Kilmainham Early Arrival: Arrive 20-25 minutes early and use IMMA café/restrooms across road for calm pre-tour stop - Gaol facilities get slammed before time slots
- Kilmainham Photo Strategy: After Victorian Wing, ask guide which corridor has least group movement for emptiest, most evocative cell-door shot
- Howth Cliff Walk Direction: Do loop counter-clockwise from harbor - keeps sea in front, late-day sun lights cliffs instead of backlighting photos
- Howth East Pier Food: Walk onto East Pier to food trucks near lighthouse for prawn toasties/chowder with harbor-seal views - lines move quickly
- Kilmainham Return Route: Skip taxi traffic - walk 10 minutes to Heuston Station Luas (tram) Red Line for scenic River Liffey views back to city center
🍂 Perfect for Autumn (Moscato Lover)
G.D. Vajra Moscato d'Asti - €16.95 at Clontarf Wines
"Expressive aromas of apricots, peaches and exotic fruits. A delicate, fine mousse"
Why perfect: Very similar to your beloved Risata Moscato d'Asti!
Where: Clontarf Wines - multiple Dublin locations
🌸 Perfect for Vanessa (Moscato + Riesling)
German Riesling Kabinett - Sweet, light wines at The Corkscrew
Irish Fruit Wines - Blackberry & elderberry (like your Simmons favorite)
Where to explore: The Corkscrew Wine Merchants - Over 1,200 labels, expert staff
Wine bar: La Cave Wine Bar (28 South Anne Street) - Dublin's oldest boutique wine bar
🍺 For Rhys (Voodoo Ranger IPA Fan)
Pink Grapefruit Halcyon - 7.4% ABV (Thornbridge Brewery)
Imperial IPA with pink grapefruit, award-winning with strong hop character
Hope Beer DIPA - 8.5% ABV (matches your Voodoo Ranger strength!)
Highly hopped double IPA with citrus notes
Where: Tapped Dublin (44-46 Nassau Street)
🍻 For Frank (Yuengling/Keystone Fan)
Hop House 13 Lager - 4.1% ABV (Guinness)
Distinctive golden lager, similar body to Yuengling
Rockshore Irish Lager - 4.0% ABV (Guinness)
Light and refreshing, comparable to Keystone
Where: Widely available in Dublin pubs
🗼 Paris
August 30 - September 1, 2025🗣️ CRITICAL GREETING ETIQUETTE
- ALWAYS start with "Bonjour" - any interaction (waiter, shopkeeper, bus driver)
- Wait for them to say "bonjour" back before proceeding
- Shows respect and makes people more helpful
- Follow with "Parlez-vous anglais?" if needed
🍽️ DINING CULTURE SHOCKS
- DON'T eat on the go - especially on Metro (major faux pas)
- DON'T eat standing/walking - always sit, even on a bench
- Waiters won't bring the check - you must ask for it ("l'addition, s'il vous plaît")
- Serve others first - always pour wine/water for others before yourself
- Cheese course comes between main and dessert (not after)
🔊 VOLUME CONTROL
- Americans are too loud - use indoor voice everywhere
- No phone calls on public transport
- Speaking loudly = instant tourist identification
🛍️ SUNDAY SHUTDOWN
- Most shops closed Sundays - plan shopping for other days
- Limited restaurant options on Sundays
- Stock up on groceries Saturday
🚇 METRO ETIQUETTE
- Let people exit first before boarding
- Step aside from doorways
- Keep voice down
- No eating on trains
🏨 Campanile Prime Paris 19 - La Villette
📍 147-151 Av. de Flandre, 75019 Paris, France
📅 Check-in: August 30 | Check-out: September 1
❄️ AC Status: ✅ FULL AC in all 208 rooms - "Aircon works well" (highly rated)
🚇 Near Crimée station (Metro Line 7)
🧳 Confirmed luggage storage available
📦 Hotel shipping assistance available
⏰ Optimal shipping time: Sunday evening or Monday morning before departure
🆘 Emergency Preparedness
Universal EU Emergency Number: 112
Free from any mobile or fixed-line phone - connects to police, ambulance, or fire services
🇫🇷 France-Specific Emergency Numbers
🏥 Important Non-Emergency Contacts
- US Embassy Paris: +33 1 43 12 22 22
- Charles de Gaulle Airport: +33 1 70 36 39 50
- Paris Tourist Info: +33 1 49 52 42 63
- Metro/Transit Info: +33 1 58 76 16 16
💡 Paris Safety Reminders
- Beware of pickpockets on Metro and near tourist areas
- Keep valuables secure in crowded areas (Louvre, Eiffel Tower)
- Metro runs until ~1:15 AM (2:15 AM weekends)
- Download Citymapper app for navigation
⚠️ PARIS LOCATION NOTES
- Hotel Location: Campanile Prime Paris 19 is in 19th arrondissement - central but some attractions may require 25-35 minutes travel time
Arrival & First Taste of Paris
August 30
10:40 AM
Arrive Charles de Gaulle Airport
Flight EI 0522 from Dublin - Terminal 1
10:40-11:00 AM: DEPLANING & INITIAL WALK
- Time needed: 15-20 minutes
- Process: Exit aircraft, follow "Immigration/Passport Control" signs
- Tip: Sit toward front of plane if possible for faster deplaning
11:00-11:10 AM: WALK TO IMMIGRATION
- Time needed: 5-10 minutes
- Process: Follow signs to "Border Control/Passport Control"
- Note: Terminal 1 is compact, relatively short walk
11:10 AM-12:10 PM: IMMIGRATION/PASSPORT CONTROL ⚠️
- Time needed: 30-60 minutes (MAJOR BOTTLENECK)
- Look for "EU/EEE/CH Passports" line (faster for US citizens)
- Use e-Gates (PARAFE) if available - much faster
- Have passport open to photo page + boarding pass ready
- Saturday morning = PEAK TIME - expect longer waits
12:10-12:15 PM: CUSTOMS
- Time needed: 2-5 minutes (carry-on only)
- Process: Walk straight through "Nothing to Declare"
- Note: Rarely a bottleneck
📊 TIMELINE SCENARIOS
OPTIMISTIC (20% chance): Exit airport by 12:00 PM
REALISTIC (60% chance): Exit airport by 12:30-1:00 PM
PESSIMISTIC (20% chance): Exit airport by 1:00-1:30 PM
⚡ SPEED-UP STRATEGIES
- Use e-Gates: Look for PARAFE automated gates
- EU passport line: Faster than "All Passports"
- Follow crowds: Experienced travelers know shortcuts
- Documents ready: Passport + boarding pass
1:00 PM
Arrive at hotel via Taxi
Take taxi directly from airport to hotel (45-90 minutes depending on traffic)
3:30 PM
Chez Janou ✅ CONFIRMED
2 Rue Roger Verlomme, 75003 Paris. Traditional Provençal bistro. MUST order: Famous chocolate mousse, duck (magret)
Directions from hotel (25 min): Take Metro Line 7 from Crimée station towards Mairie d'Ivry. Change at Chaussée d'Antin - La Fayette to Line 8 towards Créteil. Get off at Chemin Vert station and walk 4 minutes.
Directions from hotel (25 min): Take Metro Line 7 from Crimée station towards Mairie d'Ivry. Change at Chaussée d'Antin - La Fayette to Line 8 towards Créteil. Get off at Chemin Vert station and walk 4 minutes.
5:00 PM
Visit Jim Morrison's grave
Père Lachaise Cemetery, Division 6. Metro: Chemin Vert (Line 8) or Bréguet-Sabin (Line 5)
Directions from Chez Janou (18 min): Walk to Chemin Vert station (Line 8). Take it one stop to Bastille. Change to Line 5 towards Bobigny Pablo Picasso. Go 4 stops to Père Lachaise. Use the entrance near the station.
Directions from Chez Janou (18 min): Walk to Chemin Vert station (Line 8). Take it one stop to Bastille. Change to Line 5 towards Bobigny Pablo Picasso. Go 4 stops to Père Lachaise. Use the entrance near the station.
6:50 PM
Notre Dame area exploration
Brief exterior viewing (restoration ongoing)
8:30 PM
Le Train Bleu ✅ CONFIRMED
Place Louis-Armand, 75012 Paris. Rhys & Vanessa only (2 people)
Classic Paris Experience
August 31
10:00 AM
Louvre Museum ✅ CONFIRMED
Pre-booked entry at 10:00 AM. Allow 3 hours for visit
Directions from hotel (20 min): Take Metro Line 7 directly from Crimée station towards Mairie d'Ivry. Get off at Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre station.
Directions from hotel (20 min): Take Metro Line 7 directly from Crimée station towards Mairie d'Ivry. Get off at Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre station.
9:45 AM: ARRIVAL & ENTRY
Recommended: Carrousel Entrance
- Location: 99 rue de Rivoli (underground entrance)
- Access: Cross street from Pyramid, go down stairs
- Advantage: Typically less crowded than Pyramid entrance
10:00-11:30 AM: DENON WING (90 minutes)
Floor Navigation: Primarily Level 1 (First Floor)
10:00-10:20 AM: Sculpture Gallery (Room 403, Level 0)
- 🎨 The Dying Slave (Michelangelo) - Unfinished masterpiece
- 🎨 The Rebellious Slave (Michelangelo) - Companion piece
- 🎨 Psyche Revived by Cupid's Kiss (Canova) - Romantic marble perfection
10:20-10:40 AM: Large Format Paintings (Room 700, Level 1)
- 🎨 The Raft of the Medusa (Géricault) - Shipwreck survival story
- 🎨 Liberty Leading the People (Delacroix) - CORRECTED LOCATION: Room 700, not 703
10:40-11:00 AM: Napoleonic Grandeur (Room 702, Level 1)
- 🎨 The Coronation of Napoleon (David) - Massive ceremonial painting
- 🎨 The Intervention of the Sabine Women (David) - Peace after civil war
11:00-11:15 AM: Victory Staircase (Daru Staircase, Level 1)
- 🎨 Winged Victory of Samothrace - At top of dramatic staircase
- Navigation: Take escalator/stairs to Level 1, follow signs to "Victoire de Samothrace"
11:15-11:30 AM: Crown Jewels (Galerie d'Apollon, Level 1)
- 🎨 Apollo Slays Python (Delacroix ceiling) - Look up!
- 🎨 French Crown Jewels - Napoleon's crown, royal treasures
11:30-12:15 PM: MONA LISA EXPERIENCE (45 minutes)
Location: Salle des États (Room 711), Level 1, Denon Wing
The Main Event
- 🎨 Mona Lisa (Leonardo da Vinci) - The world's most famous painting
- 🎨 The Wedding Feast at Cana (Veronese) - Massive painting across from Mona Lisa
- 🎨 La Belle Ferronnière (Da Vinci) - CORRECTED: Also in Denon Wing near Mona Lisa
Strategy: Expect crowds, be patient, allow extra time for photos
12:15-12:30 PM: TRANSITION TO SULLY WING (15 minutes)
- Route: Take stairs/escalator to Level 0 (Ground Floor)
- Navigation: Follow signs to "Aile Sully" and "Antiquités"
- Break: Quick bathroom/water stop if needed
12:30-12:55 PM: SULLY WING - ANCIENT WORLDS (25 minutes)
Floor: Primarily Level 0 (Ground Floor)
12:30-12:45 PM: Egyptian Collection (Level 0)
- 🎨 Great Sphinx of Tanis - CORRECTED LOCATION: Sully Wing, Level 0
- 🎨 Sarcophagus Collection - Massive carved tombs
- 🎨 Mummy with Cartonnage - Ancient preservation techniques
12:45-12:55 PM: Greek Masterpiece (Room 345, Level 0)
- 🎨 Venus de Milo - VERIFIED LOCATION: Room 345, Ground Floor, Sully Wing
- Note: This is the crown jewel of the Sully Wing - allow time to appreciate
12:55-13:00 PM: EXIT & DEPARTURE
- Route: Return to Pyramid area via Level 0
- Exit: Via Carrousel or Pyramid entrance
- Next: Head to lunch options on Rue de Rivoli
1:00 PM
Quick Lunch Options
Two excellent takeaway options on Rue de Rivoli:
BO&MIE Louvre-Rivoli - 91 Rue de Rivoli (4.5⭐) - Modern boulangerie with excellent sandwiches and pastries
Happy Caffé - 214 Rue de Rivoli (4.8⭐) - Classic Parisian crêpes and filled baguettes
BO&MIE Louvre-Rivoli - 91 Rue de Rivoli (4.5⭐) - Modern boulangerie with excellent sandwiches and pastries
Happy Caffé - 214 Rue de Rivoli (4.8⭐) - Classic Parisian crêpes and filled baguettes
1:30 PM
Travel to Eiffel Tower
Take Bus 69 from Musée du Louvre stop. 28-minute journey to RAPP - La Bourdonnais, then 4-minute walk (300m) to Eiffel Tower
Cost: €2.00 | Arrival: ~2:00 PM
Cost: €2.00 | Arrival: ~2:00 PM
2:45 PM
Eiffel Tower ✅ CONFIRMED
Summit + Macarons experience. Arrive via Trocadéro for photos first
After Eiffel Tower
Seine River Cruise ✅ BOOKED
1-hour Seine cruise with audio commentary departing from Port de la Bourdonnais (foot of Eiffel Tower)
Booking: GYGX7NZ355XY | 4 adults | English | $88.83 total
Flexible: Can board whenever convenient, open 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Booking: GYGX7NZ355XY | 4 adults | English | $88.83 total
Flexible: Can board whenever convenient, open 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Departure to Munich
September 1
5:45 AM
Wake-up call
Early departure for 9:35 AM flight
9:35 AM
Flight to Munich (AF 1722)
Charles de Gaulle to Munich. Arrives 11:05 AM local time
🌿 HIDDEN GEMS IN THE MARAIS
- Jardin de l'Hôtel de Sully: Beautiful tranquil garden behind grand mansion, 5 minutes from Chez Janou - perfect pre-lunch escape
- Oscar Wilde's Tomb: While at Père Lachaise for Jim Morrison, visit this beautiful and often-overlooked monument with fascinating history
- Avenue de Camoëns: Quiet street with stunning, unobstructed Eiffel Tower view - less crowded alternative to Trocadéro
📸 PERFECT PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Rue des Barres: Charming medieval half-timbered houses - feels like stepping back in time
- Louvre Cour Carrée: Evening photos with lights on - less crowded than main pyramid, beautiful symmetrical shots
- Pont de Bir-Hakeim: Unique Eiffel Tower perspective from this beautiful bridge - often less crowded than main viewing areas
💰 MONEY-SAVING LOCAL SECRETS
- Wine in Place des Vosges: Buy bottle from local 'cave' (wine shop) and enjoy in stunning public square near Chez Janou
- Rue Cler Market: Skip overpriced Eiffel Tower restaurants - walk to this charming market street for affordable picnic options
⏱️ TIME-SAVING STRATEGIES
- Metro Line 7 Strategy: From La Villette hotel to Chez Janou, board second-to-last car at Crimée - at Châtelet lines up closest to transfer passages
- Louvre Cloakroom Hack: Stash daypacks and water bottles at free cloakrooms before Denon Wing to move faster through internal security checks
- Mollien Staircase Photo: Right after Mona Lisa, pop up to balcony with head-on view of Daru Staircase and Winged Victory from above before midday crowds
- Eiffel Tower South Pillar: Security line often shortest later in afternoon - walk perimeter once to check live queue lengths at all pillars
- Carrousel Entrance Strategy: Pre-download Louvre tickets on phone for quick scanning at less crowded entrance
- Underground Louvre Access: From Metro Line 7 at Palais Royal, follow signs directly into Carrousel du Louvre shopping center for weather-protected entry
- Jardin des Tuileries Walk: After Louvre, escape crowds walking through gardens toward Place de la Concorde - stunning city views
🗺️ NAVIGATION TIPS
- Père Lachaise Enhanced Route: Enter at Gambetta and walk downhill - less strenuous, places Morrison toward end rather than early detour
- Père Lachaise App: Use free "Père Lachaise" map app offline to jump to Division 6 without hunting for on-site maps
- Square René Viviani Hidden Gem: After Notre Dame, cross to tiny square with oldest tree in Paris - 5-minute oasis with cathedral views to regroup
- Seine Cruise Seating: Sit starboard side (right) if cruise goes upstream first - unobstructed Left Bank views going out, Right Bank on return
🍽️ FOOD & DINING EXPERIENCES
- Chez Janou Chocolate Mousse: Arrives table-side in communal bowl - ask for "petites portions à partager" and they'll portion it for four without overloading
- Chez Janou Pro-Move: Order from extensive pastis menu - ask waiter for recommendation based on your tastes for quintessential southern French experience
- Café Mollien (Louvre): Take 15-minute break on first floor Denon wing - outdoor terrace with spectacular elevated pyramid courtyard views
🍂 Perfect for Autumn (Moscato Lover)
Muscat de Beaumes-de-Venise - Sweet, floral, similar to Moscato
Sauternes - Famous French dessert wine with honey notes
Monbazillac - Affordable alternative to Sauternes
Where: Caves Legrand (Sentier district) - Historic wine merchant
Experience: Ô Chateau (Near Louvre) - Wine tastings in English
🌸 Perfect for Vanessa (Moscato + Riesling)
Alsace Riesling Vendanges Tardives - Sweet German-style Riesling made in France
Vouvray Moelleux - Sweet, honeyed Loire Valley wine
Coteaux du Layon - Sweet Chenin Blanc with stone fruit flavors
Wine bar: Le Barav (République area) - Excellent selection, knowledgeable staff
Ask for: "Vin doux naturel" (natural sweet wine)
🍺 For Rhys (Voodoo Ranger IPA Fan)
Paris Job - 7.2% ABV (Demory Brewery)
Hazy Double IPA with bright stone fruit flavors, especially cherry notes
Toi Et Moi - 6.5% ABV (Fauve)
French NEIPA, spicy with French hops Barbe Rouge and Mistral
Where: Paname Brewing Company (41 bis Quai de la Loire)
Also try: Les Cuves de Fauve (64 Rue de Charonne)
🍻 For Frank (Yuengling/Keystone Fan)
Barge du Canal - 6% ABV (Paname Brewing)
Crisp amber with grapefruit, lychee and cereals - similar to Yuengling
Kronenbourg 1664 - 5.5% ABV
France's most popular lager, light and refreshing like Keystone
Where: Most cafés and bars throughout Paris
🍺 Munich
September 1-2, 2025🍺 BEER CULTURE RULES
- CRITICAL EYE CONTACT when toasting - avoid 7 years bad sex curse!
- Proper toasting sequence: Eye contact + clink + hit glass on table + "Prost!"
- Weissbier glasses: Clink at the BOTTOM (glasses are thin)
- Only order 1-liter Mass - small beers mark you as tourist/Prussian
- Weisswurst rules: Only before noon, comes in pairs automatically, remove skin with fingers
⏰ PUNCTUALITY IS SACRED
- Being late = major insult - implies your time is more valuable than theirs
- Arrive exactly on time - not early, not late
- This applies to everything - restaurants, tours, meetings
🍽️ DINING ETIQUETTE
- Wait for everyone to be served before eating
- Say "Guten Appetit" before anyone starts eating
- Keep hands visible on table (not in lap)
- Don't bring own drinks to beer gardens (food is OK)
🪑 COMMUNAL TABLE CULTURE
- Beer gardens have shared tables - don't hog entire table
- Always ask "Ist hier frei?" before sitting
- Expect strangers to join your table - this is normal
🚫 ABSOLUTE DON'TS
- NEVER mention Nazi-related anything - no jokes, salutes, references
- Don't eat weisswurst after noon - traditional rule still enforced
- Cash is king - many places don't accept cards
🏨 Hotel Laimer Hof Nymphenburg Palace Munich
📍 Laimer Str. 40, 80639 München, Germany
📅 Check-in: September 1 | Check-out: September 2
❄️ AC Status: No AC - "Very effective fans," high ceilings, fresh air (manageable in September)
🏰 Just 400m from Nymphenburg Palace
🧳 Confirmed luggage storage available
📦 Hotel shipping assistance available
⏰ Optimal shipping time: Monday evening
🚂 Note: Early 5:30 AM wake-up maintained for 7:32 AM train to Venice
🆘 Emergency Preparedness
Universal EU Emergency Number: 112
Free from any mobile or fixed-line phone - connects to police, ambulance, or fire services
🇩🇪 Germany-Specific Emergency Numbers
🏥 Important Non-Emergency Contacts
- US Consulate Munich: +49 89 5599 0
- Munich Airport Info: +49 89 975 00
- Munich Tourist Info: +49 89 233 96 500
- MVV Transit Info: +49 89 414 24 344
💡 Munich Safety Reminders
- Munich is generally very safe, low crime rates
- Public transport runs until midnight (later on weekends)
- Keep ticket validation handy on S-Bahn/U-Bahn
- Dachau is a solemn memorial site - dress respectfully
⚠️ MUNICH CRITICAL TIMING CONCERN
- Early Departure (Sep 2): 7:32 AM train requires 6:00 AM taxi departure - very tight timing
- Recommendation: Arrange 6:00 AM taxi night before, request packed breakfast from hotel
📋 URGENT BOOKINGS NEEDED
- Munich Transport: €30.50 Group Day Ticket M-5 covers airport transfer AND Dachau - excellent value!
📚 Dachau Memorial Site Information
Due to arrival timing, self-guided tour is most practical option:
- Entry: Free admission to memorial site
- Self-Guided Materials: Free information brochures available at entrance
- Audio Guide: Available for rent if desired (small fee)
- Duration: Allow 3-4 hours for meaningful visit
- Transport: S2 train from Hauptbahnhof to Dachau, then bus 726 to memorial
- Operating Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily
- Website: www.dachau.de/en/tourism/concentration-camp-memorial-site
Note: This is an emotionally challenging but important historical experience. The self-guided format allows you to process at your own pace.
Arrival & Dachau
September 1
11:05 AM
Arrive Munich International Airport
Flight AF 1722 from Paris
11:30 AM
Munich Group Day Ticket
€30.50 - covers airport transfer & Dachau transportation
12:30 PM
Hotel Laimer Hof - Drop bags
Quick bag drop before heading to Dachau
1:00 PM
Travel to Dachau Memorial
S1 → Hauptbahnhof → S2 → Dachau → Bus 726 (total 45-50 minutes). All covered by Group Day Ticket
Detailed directions (50 min): Walk to Laim station. Take any S-Bahn to Hauptbahnhof (Central Station). Change to S2 towards Petershausen/Dachau. Get off at Dachau station. Take Bus 726 to the Memorial Site ('KZ-Gedenkstätte').
Detailed directions (50 min): Walk to Laim station. Take any S-Bahn to Hauptbahnhof (Central Station). Change to S2 towards Petershausen/Dachau. Get off at Dachau station. Take Bus 726 to the Memorial Site ('KZ-Gedenkstätte').
2:00 PM
Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial (Self-Guided)
Free entry. Self-guided tour with free information brochures available at entrance. Audio guides available for rent. Allow 3-4 hours for meaningful visit. Site closes at 5:00 PM
5:30 PM
Return to Munich City Center
Bus 726 → S2 → Hauptbahnhof. Consider stopping at Marienplatz for city center views
6:30 PM
Augustiner-Bräu
Traditional brewery experience
Directions from Dachau (45 min): Take Bus 726 back to Dachau station. Take S2 towards Munich. Get off at Hackerbrücke station. Walk 5 minutes to the beer hall.
Directions from Dachau (45 min): Take Bus 726 back to Dachau station. Take S2 towards Munich. Get off at Hackerbrücke station. Walk 5 minutes to the beer hall.
Departure to Venice
September 2
5:30 AM
Wake up
Very early for 7:32 AM train departure
6:00 AM
Taxi to Hauptbahnhof
Pre-arranged taxi departure
7:32 AM
Scenic Train to Venice (EC 81)
First Class, Wagon 262, Seats 43-46. Arrives Venice Santa Lucia at 3:14 PM
⏰ ARRIVAL TIME RECOMMENDATION
- Recommended arrival: 7:00 AM (30 minutes early)
- Why 30 minutes: Early morning departure + large station + first-time navigation
- Minimum arrival: 7:15 AM (only if confident about station layout)
🚉 MUNICH HAUPTBAHNHOF TIPS
- Size: Very large, can be confusing first time
- Platforms: Multiple levels, allow time to navigate
- Platform posting: Usually posted 15-20 minutes before departure
- Early morning: Fewer staff, but departure boards active
📋 WHAT TO EXPECT
- No check-in process - walk straight to platform
- No security screening - much easier than flying
- Find departure board and check your train number
- Board train - doors open ~10 minutes before departure
- Have ticket and ID ready - conductor will check en route
🎫 YOUR TICKET DETAILS
- Train: EC 81 (EuroCity)
- First Class: Wagon 262, Seats 43-46
- Journey time: 7 hours 42 minutes
- Scenic route: Through Austrian Alps
🌿 HIDDEN GEMS NEAR YOUR HOTEL
- Magdalenenklause: Beautiful serene hermitage in northern Nymphenburg Palace Park, designed to look like a ruin - short walk from Hotel Laimer Hof
- Augustiner-Keller: One of Munich's oldest beer gardens - massive, lively place for authentic Bavarian evening (more local than main beer hall)
📸 PERFECT PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Nymphenburg Palace: Walk to small bridge on southern side of main canal - capture palace reflection in water with fewer crowds
- Austrian Alps Train Views: Ensure seats on right-hand side of EC 81 train facing forward - breathtaking unobstructed Brenner Pass views
- Alps Photography Strategy: Right-hand side Munich→Kufstein for Inn River views; after Innsbruck swap to left if seats free for valley panoramas into Italy
- Vestibule Window Shots: If carriage quiet after Kufstein, stand at vestibule window between cars - wide glass gives best wide-angle shots without reflections
💰 MONEY-SAVING LOCAL SECRETS
- Munich Hauptbahnhof Food Court: Arrive 15 minutes early for train - grab fresh Leberkäsesemmeln, pretzels and drinks for affordable onboard picnic
- Free Dachau App: Download KZ-Gedenkstätte Dachau app over hotel Wi-Fi - same audio tour content, saves rental fees
- Wirtshaus Kurgarten: Traditional Bavarian restaurant with beer garden, 10 minutes from hotel - local favorite with authentic food, skip expensive city center
- Beer Garden Food Strategy: Bring your own food to beer garden (allowed!) - stop at local bakery/butcher for authentic picnic
🚌 LOGISTICS IMPROVEMENTS
- S-Bahn Airport Strategy: Take whichever S-Bahn (S1 or S8) arrives first - time saved beats route perfection
- S1 Branch Warning: If using S1, stay in front carriages bound for city center after Neufahrn - it branches there
- Train Day Breakfast: Le Crobag or "Leberkässemmel" stands open early at Hauptbahnhof - onboard catering inconsistent after Innsbruck
- Path of Remembrance: Walk 10 minutes from Dachau station toward camp - quiet interpretive plaques give context most visitors miss
- Dachau Transport: Consider taxi from Dachau station to memorial if bus is crowded - short ride, saves time and hassle
🎯 ENHANCED EXPERIENCES
- Dachau Documentary First: Grab audio guide and immediately head to documentary film (scheduled showings) - frames site meaningfully and helps prioritize exhibits in 3-hour window
- Dachau Memorial: Walk the perimeter of camp for different perspective on scale - often quieter, more reflective experience
- Augustiner Edelstoff Special: Order "Edelstoff vom Holzfass" (from wooden barrel) if available - tapped in limited windows, locals line up when they ring bell
- Post-Dachau Decompression: Stop at Marienplatz on S-Bahn return, take 30-minute walk through peaceful Hofgarten (Court Garden) before beer hall
🌸 PERFECT for Vanessa (Riesling Lover) - This is YOUR city!
German Riesling Kabinett - Light, delicate, often off-dry to sweet
Riesling Spätlese - Richer, sweeter, more concentrated
Mosel Valley Rieslings - Light, mineral-driven, perfect sweetness
Where: Geisels Weingalerie (Herzog-Wilhelm-Str. 4) - Premium selection
Market: Max & Moritz at Viktualienmarkt - Historic setting
Ask for: "Süß" (sweet) or "Lieblich" (off-dry)
🍂 Perfect for Autumn (Moscato Lover)
German Muskateller - Similar to Moscato, floral and sweet
Riesling Spätlese - Sweet enough to appeal to Moscato lovers
Eiswein (Ice Wine) - Ultra-sweet, concentrated (special treat!)
Wine bar: GRAPES Weinbar - Modern bar with German wine flights
🍺 For Rhys (Voodoo Ranger IPA Fan)
Schneider Weisse Tap 5 Hopfenweisse - 8.2% ABV
Strong wheat beer with intense hop character - closest German equivalent to IPA
Hoppebräu Vogelwuid IPA - 6.8% ABV
Light, tart, mildly fruity with good hop character
Where: Schneider Weisse brewery tap, craft beer bars
Also: Giesinger Brewery (Martin-Luther-Straße 2)
🍻 For Frank (Yuengling/Keystone Fan)
Münchner Dunkles - 4.5-5.5% ABV
Dark amber, not too sweet, not too hoppy - VERY similar to Yuengling
Munich Helles - 4.7-5.2% ABV
Clean, malty, light lager similar to Keystone but higher quality
Augustiner Lagerbier Hell - 5.2% ABV
Crisp, smooth, slightly sweet - premium version of what you enjoy
Where: ALL beer halls - Hofbräuhaus, Augustiner, etc.
🚤 Venice
September 2-4, 2025🍽️ DINING CULTURE SHOCKS
- Eat MUCH later: Lunch 1 PM minimum, dinner 7:30 PM or later
- DON'T share portions - each person orders their own dish
- No cheese on seafood - major culinary faux pas
- Meals take hours - don't rush, embrace slow pace
- Ask for half-portions if you have small appetite
👗 DRESS CODE REALITY
- Dress nicer than usual - Italians are sharp dressers
- Churches enforce dress codes - no tank tops, shorts, bare shoulders
- Keep underwear hidden - bra straps, waistbands tucked away
- Save workout clothes for gym only
🗣️ COMMUNICATION ETIQUETTE
- Always greet: "Buongiorno" (day) / "Buonasera" (4 PM+)
- Say goodbye: "Arrivederci" when leaving
- DON'T use "Ciao" unless you know them well
- Speak more quietly - Americans are notoriously loud
🚶 SPATIAL AWARENESS
- Narrower everything - sidewalks, aisles, tables
- Step aside when checking phone - don't block walkways
- Scoot chairs in when people pass behind you
- Stow luggage properly on trains
⏰ PATIENCE REQUIRED
- Everything takes longer - meals, trains, errands
- Don't over-plan - allow for Italian pace
- Embrace the slow life - it's part of the charm
🏨 Hotel Guerrato
📍 Calle Drio La Scimia, 240A, 30125 Venice, Italy
📅 Check-in: September 2 | Check-out: September 4
❄️ AC Status: ✅ FULL AC in all rooms - "Actually felt cool during 100+ degree days" (effective cooling)
🚤 48-hour Vaporetto pass recommended (€35 per person)
🧳 Confirmed luggage storage available
📦 Hotel shipping assistance available
🏝️ Note: Venice's unique geography makes hotel shipping assistance particularly valuable
🍳 FREE breakfast included - Buffet with table service (8.7/10 rating)
🥐 Options: Fresh croissants, eggs, meats, cheeses, bread, juices, Nutella
🆘 Emergency Preparedness
Universal EU Emergency Number: 112
Free from any mobile or fixed-line phone - connects to police, ambulance, or fire services
🇮🇹 Italy-Specific Emergency Numbers
🏥 Important Non-Emergency Contacts
- US Consulate Florence: +39 055 266 951 (covers Venice)
- Venice Airport Info: +39 041 260 9260
- Venice Tourist Info: +39 041 529 8711
- Water Taxi Emergency: +39 041 522 2303
💡 Venice Safety Reminders
- Venice is extremely safe - mostly petty theft concerns
- Water levels can change - watch for acqua alta warnings
- Vaporetto runs regularly but check last departure times
- Keep hotel address/map handy - streets can be confusing
- Bridges have steps - be careful with luggage
⚠️ VENICE TRANSPORTATION WARNING
- Departure to Naples (Sep 4): Leave hotel by 8:15 AM (NOT 9:30 AM) for Mestre train
- Two-step journey: Hotel → Santa Lucia station (20-30 min) → Regional train to Mestre (10-12 min)
- Critical timing: Provides significant buffer for 10:17 AM departure
📋 URGENT BOOKINGS NEEDED
- Gondola Serenade: Book evening experience for September 3
- Osteria Al Squero: Frank & Autumn dinner Sept 3 - Phone reservations only, likely no English
- Backup Option: Ristorante San Silvestro (Everyone's first choice!) - Campo San Silvestro, 5-minute walk from hotel
Arrival and Venetian Welcome
September 2
3:14 PM
Arrive Venice Santa Lucia Station
Scenic train journey from Munich
4:30 PM
Check in at Hotel Guerrato
Drop bags and freshen up
5:30 PM
Grand Canal by Vaporetto
Perfect introduction to Venice - public water bus along Grand Canal
Directions (15 min): From the Ferrovia stop outside the station, take Vaporetto Line 1 towards Lido. Get off at the Rialto Mercato stop. Walk 3 minutes to the hotel.
Directions (15 min): From the Ferrovia stop outside the station, take Vaporetto Line 1 towards Lido. Get off at the Rialto Mercato stop. Walk 3 minutes to the hotel.
7:30 PM
Dinner (Split Groups)
Rhys & Vanessa: Gio's Restaurant & Terrace ✅ CONFIRMED
Time: 7:30 PM for 2 people
Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Name: Rhys Kenworthy
Confirmation #: 55241
Address: Sestiere San Marco 2159, Venezia, Venice 30124
Phone: 041 240 0001
Frank & Autumn: Explore local bacari or trattorias on your own
Time: 7:30 PM for 2 people
Date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Name: Rhys Kenworthy
Confirmation #: 55241
Address: Sestiere San Marco 2159, Venezia, Venice 30124
Phone: 041 240 0001
Frank & Autumn: Explore local bacari or trattorias on your own
Art, History, and Romance
September 3
10:00 AM
Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica Tour ✅ CONFIRMED
Crown Tours - 2-hour guided tour for 4 adults ($366.44)
Meeting Point: St. Mark's Square near waterfront by the two large columns at Colonna di San Marco (marble column with Lion Wings statue)
Arrival: 9:45 AM (15 minutes early to secure time slot)
Look for: Coordinator in purple Crown Tours t-shirt/jacket under the column
Meeting Point: St. Mark's Square near waterfront by the two large columns at Colonna di San Marco (marble column with Lion Wings statue)
Arrival: 9:45 AM (15 minutes early to secure time slot)
Look for: Coordinator in purple Crown Tours t-shirt/jacket under the column
12:30 PM
Lunch at Trattoria Da Jonny
Campo de le Gate, 3210, 30122 Venezia VE, Italy - Lunch after tour completion
1:30 PM
Murano & Burano Boat Tour ✅ CONFIRMED
Half-day guided boat tour to both islands. Booking #959647 under Autumn Martin (4 adults)
Arrive by 1:15 PM at St. Mark's Square between the two big columns (San Marco & San Teodoro). Look for red "The Tour Guy" sign!
Tour Duration: ~4 hours (returns around 5:30 PM)
Arrive by 1:15 PM at St. Mark's Square between the two big columns (San Marco & San Teodoro). Look for red "The Tour Guy" sign!
Tour Duration: ~4 hours (returns around 5:30 PM)
7:00 PM
Dinner (All 4 Together)
All 4: Find a restaurant together - nothing booked yet
Suggestion: Explore local options as a group
Note: Decide on the day based on preferences
Suggestion: Explore local options as a group
Note: Decide on the day based on preferences
9:00 PM
Gondola Serenade
Quintessential Venice experience - evening gondola ride with music
Departure to Naples
September 4
8:15 AM
Check out & depart hotel
CRITICAL: Leave by 8:15 AM for Mestre connection
10:17 AM
Italo Train 8902 to Naples
Premium, Coach 1, Seats 5D-8D. Booking Code: O8Y88L. Arrives Naples 3:28 PM
🚨 CRITICAL TIMING SEQUENCE
- 8:15 AM: Check out Hotel Guerrato
- 8:45 AM: Leave hotel for Santa Lucia Station
- 9:15 AM: Depart Santa Lucia for Mestre
- 9:45 AM: Arrive Mestre Station (30 minutes early)
- 10:17 AM: Italo departure
🚉 MESTRE STATION TIPS
- Size: Medium station, easier than major hubs
- Connection: Simple transfer from Santa Lucia
- Italo platforms: Clearly marked
- Platform posting: Usually 15-20 minutes before departure
⏰ WHY 30 MINUTES EARLY
- Italo high-speed train - more strict timing
- Connection from Venice - buffer for delays
- Important journey - getting to Naples safely
🎫 YOUR TICKET DETAILS
- Train: FrecciaRossa 9513 (High-Speed)
- Class: Premium, Coach 1, Seats 5D-8D
- Booking Code: O8Y88L
- Journey time: 5 hours 11 minutes
- Arrival: Naples 3:28 PM
🌿 HIDDEN GEMS NEAR YOUR HOTEL
- Mercato di Rialto: Main fish and produce market just steps from Hotel Guerrato - visit early morning for vibrant local atmosphere
- Scala Contarini del Bovolo: Beautiful spiral staircase hidden in small courtyard - stunning city views from top after Doge's Palace
📸 PERFECT PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Rialto Bridge From Vaporetto: Just before Rialto, ready camera on left side for classic bridge shot as you curve under - raise lens slightly to crop out boat roofs
- Rialto Bridge Alternative: Cross bridge, turn right, walk 50m on fondamenta (waterside path) - beautiful shot from less common angle
- St. Mark's Square from Above: Campanile di San Giorgio Maggiore across Grand Canal - breathtaking panoramic view of square, Doge's Palace, entire city
- Burano Rainbow Canal: Skip main Via Baldassarre Galuppi, head to small bridge at Corte del Pistor mid-afternoon when laundry adds color
💰 MONEY-SAVING LOCAL SECRETS
- Gondola Practice Ride: Use Traghetto Santa Sofia to cross Grand Canal standing in gondola for ~€2 - scratches the itch and helps decide serenade length
- Skip Tourist Trap Restaurants: Avoid Rialto Bridge area - explore side street bacari (wine bars) for cicchetti (Venetian tapas) and wine at fraction of price
🎨 ENHANCED ISLAND EXPERIENCES
- Doge's Palace Prison Priority: Do prisons via Bridge of Sighs immediately after entering (before state rooms) - lines bottleneck mid-morning
- Murano Basilica Hidden Gem: Pop into Basilica dei Santi Maria e Donato for 12th-century mosaic floor - 5 minutes, usually uncrowded vs glass showrooms
- Murano Studio Visit: Studio d'Arte di Vetro - small independent studio with unique contemporary glass art instead of just tourist demonstrations
- Murano Shopping Strategy: Watch demo politely, then leave showroom - find independent artist studios in back canals for unique pieces at better prices
- Burano Authentic Cookies: Try "Bussolà" or "Esse" biscuits at Palmisano pasticceria - perfect authentic souvenir and boat ride snack
- Burano Exploration: Wander away from main street to smaller side canals - quieter colorful streets with better sense of local life
🚤 SMART NAVIGATION
- Ferrovia Vaporetto Strategy: Take Line 1, board mid-boat near open side, sit right going toward San Marco for best palazzo facades in golden hour
- Gio's Dinner Approach: Via Accademia Bridge at sunset, cut through quieter back calli of San Marco - arrive with less crowd stress and prettier light
- Mestre Transfer Timing: Buy Regionale ticket day before, validate at Santa Lucia - aim for arrival 40 minutes before Italo departure
- Vaporetto Pro-Tip: Board at back of boat on Line 1 Grand Canal - open-air standing area for best unobstructed photos and easy on/off
- Walking Etiquette: Always walk on right side of narrow streets (calle) - easiest way to navigate crowds and show local respect
🎭 ROMANTIC EXPERIENCES
- Gondola Route Strategy: Ask gondolier to prioritize quiet back canals (rii) over choppy Grand Canal - real Venice beauty is in silent narrow waterways
🍂 Perfect for Autumn (Moscato Lover) - AUTHENTIC HOMELAND!
Authentic Moscato d'Asti DOCG - From its homeland in Piedmont!
G.D. Vajra - Premium producer, exactly like your Risata favorite
Michele Chiarlo - Excellent quality, widely available
Saracco - Highly regarded, authentic taste
Where: Enoteca Al Volto (near Rialto) - Expert guidance
Experience: Traditional bacari with cicchetti pairings
🌸 Perfect for Vanessa (Moscato + Riesling)
Moscato d'Asti DOCG - Sweet, low alcohol, perfect for you
Moscato Giallo - Local Veneto Muscat variety from Padova
Fior d'Arancio - Sweet orange-scented wine from Colli Euganei
Prosecco Extra Dry - Slightly sweet sparkling wine
Where: Vineria all'Amarone - Premium wine bar
Ask for: "Vino dolce" (sweet wine)
🍺 For Rhys (Voodoo Ranger IPA Fan)
Doge IPA - 5.8% ABV (Local Venice brewery)
Hazy dark yellow with spicy resins, lime bitterness and coconut notes
Zone Cesarini IPA - 6.6% ABV
Northern Italy craft IPA, highly rated by visitors
Ritual Lab Kush - ~7% ABV
Award-winning Italian craft IPA with strong hop character
Where: Il Santo Bevitore (Campo San Sebastiano, 2862)
🍻 For Frank (Yuengling/Keystone Fan)
Peroni Nastro Azzurro - 5.1% ABV
Italy's most popular lager, light and refreshing similar to Keystone
Menabrea Ambrata - 5% ABV
Amber lager with malty sweetness, very similar to Yuengling
Birra Moretti La Rossa - 7.2% ABV (if you want stronger)
Amber-colored, malty with caramel notes
Where: Most restaurants and bars in Venice
❄️ AIR-CONDITIONED COOLING REFUGES IN VENICE
🏛️ Best Museum for Cooling
Museo Correr - St. Mark's Square
"Great Air Conditioned Museum - Nice relief from the heat and crowds"
Tip: Buy combo ticket with Doge's Palace
⚠️ Avoid: Doge's Palace (NO AC - can be very hot)
🍽️ Air-Conditioned Restaurants
Restaurant La Calcina - Dorsoduro district
"Internal dining room with air conditioning"
Harry's Bar - Near St. Mark's Square (upscale)
Famous establishment with "good A/C"
⛪ Free Cooling Options
Churches - "Churches are the favourite place to take a cool breather"
Cool stone interiors, often free entry or just a few euros
Grocery Stores - "Linger for a few minutes to cool off when buying water"
🌡️ Strategy: Midday Heat Escape (12-4 PM)
1. Morning: Outdoor sightseeing while cooler
2. Midday: Museo Correr or air-conditioned restaurants
3. Afternoon: Churches for free cooling + art
4. Evening: Return to outdoor activities
🍕 Naples
September 4-8, 2025🎯 PICKPOCKET REALITY CHECK
- Naples pickpockets are VERY skilled - don't think "it won't happen to me"
- Train station area is hotspot - extra vigilant around Napoli Centrale
- Public transport = prime time - watch belongings on buses/metro
- Don't leave anything unattended - even for seconds
👀 SAFETY AWARENESS
- Trust your instincts - avoid overly friendly strangers
- Don't flash valuables - jewelry, expensive phones, cameras
- Naples is chaotic, not dangerous - busy traffic, loud, but generally safe
🏛️ ROME CHURCH ETIQUETTE
- Strict dress codes enforced - covered shoulders/knees required
- No hats inside churches
- Speak quietly - these are active places of worship
- Follow photography rules - many prohibit flash/photos
🚇 TRANSPORT REALITIES
- Buy tickets BEFORE boarding - validate train tickets
- Rome metro/buses can be unreliable - allow extra time
- Traffic in Naples is horrible - factor in delays
- Cash is still king - many places don't accept cards
🍕 FOOD LOCATION MATTERS
- DON'T eat near major attractions - tourist trap food is terrible
- Walk 2-3 blocks away from monuments for authentic food
- Tipping is different - round up or 5-10% max
🏨 Rex Lifestyle Hotel
📍 Via Palepoli, 12, 80132 Naples, Italy
📅 Check-in: September 4 | Check-out: September 8
❄️ AC Status: ✅ FULL AC in all 29 rooms - "First stay where AC actually cooled the room down" (effective but can be noisy)
⭐ 3-star hotel in great waterfront location, includes free WiFi and breakfast
🧳 Confirmed luggage storage available
📦 UPS location near hotel or hotel shipping assistance
⏰ Optimal shipping time: Sunday afternoon (September 7)
🍳 FREE breakfast included - Continental buffet with fresh items
🆘 Emergency Preparedness
Universal EU Emergency Number: 112
Free from any mobile or fixed-line phone - connects to police, ambulance, or fire services
🇮🇹 Italy-Specific Emergency Numbers
🏥 Important Non-Emergency Contacts
- US Embassy Rome: +39 06 46741 (covers Naples region)
- Naples Airport Info: +39 081 789 6111
- Naples Tourist Info: +39 081 268 779
- Naples Train Station: +39 892 021
💡 Naples & Rome Safety Reminders
- Naples: Be aware of motorcycle/scooter theft - secure bags
- Rome: Watch for pickpockets near major attractions
- Both cities: Keep valuables in hotel safe
- Rome day trip: Stay with your group in crowded areas
- Naples: Avoid displaying expensive items openly
⚠️ ROME DAY TRIP - LONG BUT WELL-PLANNED
- Demanding schedule (Sep 5): 5:00 AM wake-up, 16-hour day, return at 11:39 PM
- Morning connection: ✅ 90-minute window from train to tour - plenty of time with taxi
- Energy management: Prioritize rest over late evening activities on Sep 4
- See dedicated Rome section: Complete transport guide, lunch timing, and dinner strategies
Arrival & Naples Introduction
September 4
3:28 PM
Arrive Naples Central Station
Italo Train 8902 from Venice
4:00 PM
Transfer to Rex Lifestyle Hotel
Taxi recommended (€15-20, 15-20 minutes) to Via Palepoli, 12
4:30 PM
Check in at Rex Lifestyle Hotel
Great waterfront location, near restaurants and attractions
Evening
Historic Town Center exploration
Light exploration - prepare for early Rome departure tomorrow. See dedicated Rome section for full day trip details.
ROME DAY TRIP - See Dedicated Section
September 5
All Day
Full Rome Experience
See dedicated Rome Day Trip section for complete lunch options, dinner strategies, and timing details
NEAPOLITAN COOKING CLASS
September 6
9:45 AM
Local Market Tour + Neapolitan Cuisine Cooking Class ✅ CONFIRMED
Cucina Amica, Via Francesco Solimena, 80, 80129 Naples. Booking: 97M2dL. Private class for 4 people. Phone: +39 333 498 1342. Duration: 9:45 AM - 1:30 PM. Cost: $1020 USD
Meeting Point: Antignano Market at 9:45 AM (80128 Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy).
Meeting Point: Antignano Market at 9:45 AM (80128 Naples, Metropolitan City of Naples, Italy).
9:45 AM
Local Market Tour
Included in cooking class experience - taste seasonal offerings, learn ingredient selection, meet local vendors
10:45 AM
Hands-on cooking class
Pizza, Pasta, Main course, and Dessert preparation
1:30 PM
Enjoy your creations
Taste your cooking with wine pairing. Class ends at 1:30 PM
Afternoon
Rest and possible explore Naples nightlife
Rest after cooking class and yesterday's long Rome day trip or explore the vibrant Naples nightlife scene
AMALFI COAST FULL-DAY TOUR
September 7
7:50 AM
Amalfi Coast Full-Day Trip ✅ CONFIRMED
Small Group Tour (up to 18 people). NO LUNCH included. Pickup confirmed at 7:50 AM outside Hotel Royal Continental, Via Partenope 38. ⏰ ARRIVE 10 MINUTES EARLY - pickup may be delayed due to traffic. Contact tour if bus is more than 10 minutes late.
Meeting Point: Royal Continental Hotel entrance - different from Rex Lifestyle Hotel but very close by
Meeting Point: Royal Continental Hotel entrance - different from Rex Lifestyle Hotel but very close by
9:00 AM
Sorrento stop
20-minute stop with limoncello tasting
10:30 AM
Positano photo stop
10-minute scenic terrace views
12:00 PM
Amalfi free time
2 hours to explore historic center, visit Cathedral of Saint Andrew, lunch
2:30 PM
Ravello free time
1.5 hours to explore medieval streets, optional Villa Rufolo or Villa Cimbrone gardens
5:15 PM
Return to Naples
Return to Molo Beverello, walk back to hotel
Departure Day
September 8
Morning
Final hotel breakfast
Enjoy final breakfast at Rex Lifestyle Hotel (included)
9:00 AM
Final Naples exploration
Optional: Capodimonte Museum, Naples Underground, or Via Toledo shopping
3:00 PM
Departure to Chicago
Naples International Airport (NAP) to Chicago O'Hare (ORD). Arrives 6:40 PM
6:40 PM
Chicago O'Hare Connection Process
International arrival at Terminal 5 - Complete U.S. entry process:
Step 1: Immigration (Passport Control)
Step 2: Collect ALL checked luggage from baggage claim
Step 3: Proceed through customs checkpoint
Step 4: Re-check luggage at airline counter
Step 5: Take ATS train to domestic terminal
Step 6: Go through TSA security again
⏱️ Allow 3+ hours for this process
Step 1: Immigration (Passport Control)
Step 2: Collect ALL checked luggage from baggage claim
Step 3: Proceed through customs checkpoint
Step 4: Re-check luggage at airline counter
Step 5: Take ATS train to domestic terminal
Step 6: Go through TSA security again
⏱️ Allow 3+ hours for this process
8:35 PM
Chicago to Indianapolis
Chicago O'Hare (ORD) to Indianapolis (IND). Arrives 11:03 PM
🌿 HIDDEN GEMS NEAR REX LIFESTYLE HOTEL
- Borgo Marinari Evening: Slip into little island by Castel dell'Ovo after dinner - reflections on water and Vesuvius silhouette make calmest, prettiest nighttime walk
- Chiaia District: Walk few blocks inland from waterfront for authentic, affordable pizzerias and trattorias (skip touristy waterfront restaurants)
📸 PERFECT PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Castel dell'Ovo Sunset: End of Via Partenope - capture castle with sunset background over Bay of Naples
- Positano from Above: Franco's Bar at Le Sirenuse hotel - breathtaking town and sea views, especially at sunset
💰 MONEY-SAVING LOCAL SECRETS
- Alibus Transport Strategy: From Napoli Centrale, Alibus goes directly to Molo Beverello then 12-15 min flat walk to hotel - faster than taxi in rush hour
- Historic Center Snack: Try warm "cuoppo" (paper cone of fried seafood/veg) - ask for half "mare + terra" to share among four while moving between sights
- Amalfi Lemon Granita: Order single granita "da condividere" (to share) and rotate spoonfuls - keeps appetite for dinner while getting flavor hit
- Airport Transfer Fixed Rates: Official taxi fares NAP to city ~€18, to port ~€21/24 - ask for "tariffa predeterminata," don't use meter
🌿 CULTURAL EXPERIENCES
- Antignano Market Cheese Tasting: Ask cheesemonger for "fior di latte di Agerola" and taste of smoked "provola" - immediately taste how local milk fat levels change texture
- Market Shopping Strategy: Agree as group on quantities before stepping up - "per quattro, per favore" plus weights ("due etti di...") speeds service
- Antignano Market Etiquette: Remember "si guarda ma non si tocca" (look but don't touch) - let vendors select best produce for you as sign of respect
🌊 AMALFI COAST STRATEGIES
- Amalfi Cathedral Timing: Go straight to Duomo at top of staircase on arrival for interior photos - tour groups flood in 20-30 minutes after each bus
- Ravello Priority Strategy: Villa Cimbrone's Terrace of Infinity first if skies clear - clouds often roll in later; if hazy choose Villa Rufolo for richer foregrounds
- Amalfi Lemon Experience: Walk 5 minutes from main piazza up main street - family-run lemon grove with tour, fresh lemonade, and limoncello making demo
🍕 MARKET & COOKING EXPERIENCES
- Antignano Market 'Taralli': Look for small stalls selling traditional Neapolitan snack - perfect souvenir to take home
- Market Vendor Engagement: Smile and gestures go far - vendors passionate about produce, love sharing knowledge
🏔️ AMALFI COAST HIDDEN SPOTS
- Amalfi Cimitero Monumentale: Walk uphill for beautiful peaceful cemetery with stunning town and coastline views
🍂 Perfect for Autumn (Moscato Lover) - UNIQUE SOUTHERN DISCOVERIES!
Passito di Pantelleria - Unique Sicilian dessert wine
Sweet wine from dried Muscat grapes - honey, dried fruits, apricot flavors
Malvasia delle Lipari - Sweet Sicilian dessert wine
Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Dolce - Sweet version of famous Vesuvius wine
Where: Enoteca Conte (Naples) - Traditional wine expertise
Rome: Campo de' Fiori area wine shops
🌸 Perfect for Vanessa (Moscato + Riesling)
Malvasia Puntinata Passito - Roman area specialty
Producer: "Stillato" from Principe Pallavicini - Sweet, aromatic
Moscato d'Asti - Widely available, authentic Italian
Falanghina Passito - Sweet version of local Campanian grape
Where: Trastevere enotecas, Vatican area wine shops
Ask for: "Vino passito" (sweet dessert wines)
🍺 For Rhys (Voodoo Ranger IPA Fan)
Birra KBirr Hoppy Blonde - 6.5% ABV (Local Naples brewery)
Hop-forward blonde with citrus notes
Birrificio del Forte La Mancina - 6.5% ABV
Italian IPA with strong hop character and citrus notes
Tipopils - 5.2% ABV (Birrificio Italiano)
Iconic Italian craft beer with strong hop character despite being a pilsner
Where: Craft beer bars in Naples, specialty shops
🍻 For Frank (Yuengling/Keystone Fan)
Peroni Nastro Azzurro - 5.1% ABV
Light, refreshing Italian lager similar to Keystone
Birra Moretti - 4.6% ABV
Smooth, easy-drinking Italian lager
Birra Antoniana Marechiaro - 5.2% ABV
Vienna lager with malty sweetness, very similar to Yuengling
Where: Most bars and restaurants in Naples & Rome
❄️ AIR-CONDITIONED COOLING REFUGES IN NAPLES
🛍️ Best Option: Major Shopping Center
Centro Commerciale Campania - Marcianise (several miles from city center)
"Very clean with good air conditioning" + "nice pleasant food court"
Features: Major retailers, excellent AC, food court
🏛️ Museums (Mixed AC Status)
Capodimonte Museum - Likely air-conditioned (modern museum)
Over 47,000 works of art, modern standards
⚠️ National Archaeological Museum - Mixed reviews about AC
Visit in morning, may be hot inside
🍽️ Air-Conditioned Restaurants & Cafes
Cisterna Cafè & Bistrot - "Bask in the air conditioning"
Internet access, good for working/relaxing
Luminist Cafè Bistrot - Michelin Guide, AC confirmed
Wheelchair accessible, high-quality
Sustànza - Michelin Guide, Galleria Principe di Napoli 13
Upscale restaurant with confirmed AC
🌡️ Strategy: Beat the Heat (12-4 PM)
1. Morning: Outdoor attractions early
2. Midday: Centro Commerciale Campania (major mall with AC)
3. Afternoon: Air-conditioned cafes like Cisterna or Luminist
4. Evening: Outdoor exploration when cooler
⚠️ Important AC Info for Italy
Temperature Limit: AC limited to 27°C (80°F) minimum
Reality Check: "Cool in Italy is 80 Fahrenheit indoors"
Emergency: Chain stores, hotel lobbies, upscale restaurants
🏛️ Rome Day Trip
September 5, 2025🆘 Emergency Preparedness
Universal EU Emergency Number: 112
Free from any mobile or fixed-line phone - connects to police, ambulance, or fire services
🇮🇹 Italy-Specific Emergency Numbers
🏥 Important Non-Emergency Contacts
- US Embassy Rome: +39 06 46741
- Rome Tourist Info: +39 06 0608
- Rome Termini Station: +39 892 021
- Vatican Info: +39 06 6988 4676
💡 Rome Day Trip Safety Reminders
- Stay with your group in crowded tourist areas
- Watch for pickpockets at Colosseum, Vatican, and Trevi Fountain
- Keep tour booking confirmations easily accessible
- Have hotel address/phone in Naples saved in phone
- Stay hydrated - long day with lots of walking
- Big Bus stops are clearly marked - stick to main routes
📸 PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES
- Unique Colosseum Angle: Walk up to Via Nicola Salvi for a great shot of the Colosseum from above, with the Arch of Constantine in the foreground
- Pantheon Interior: Best light comes through oculus around 11 AM-1 PM - arrive early before tour groups
- Trevi Fountain Strategy: Visit at 6:30 AM for empty shots or 9:30 PM for beautiful evening lighting with fewer crowds
- Spanish Steps Alternative: Climb to top for city view, but real magic is Via del Babuino perspective looking up at steps
💰 MONEY-SAVING SECRETS
- Nasoni Water Fountains: Carry reusable bottle, fill at 'nasoni' (public drinking fountains) - fresh, cold, safe water all over Rome
- Aperitivo Hour (6-8 PM): Order one drink, get free food buffet at bars - substantial savings over dinner
- Vatican Area Lunch: Walk 3 blocks from Vatican walls for authentic prices - tourist restaurants charge double near attractions
🌿 HIDDEN GEMS NEAR COLOSSEUM
- Basilica di San Clemente al Laterano: After Colosseum tour, escape crowds with fascinating underground section revealing layers of Roman history
- Monti District: 5-minute walk from Colosseum for authentic neighborhood feel - cobblestone streets and local aperitivo bars
🏛️ COLOSSEUM UNDERGROUND EXPERIENCE
- Underground Chambers: See where gladiators waited and animal lifts operated - truly brings history alive
- Arena Floor Standing: Walk where gladiators fought - most visitors only see from upper levels
- Roman Forum Connection: Your ticket includes Forum access - don't miss Palatine Hill views over Circus Maximus
🚌 BIG BUS TIMING STRATEGIES
- Vatican Approach: Board at Colosseum (Stop 3) around 1:30 PM to reach Vatican by 2:15 PM for optimal afternoon light
- Spanish Steps Perfect Timing: Arrive 6:30-7:00 PM for golden hour photos and prime people-watching
- Termini Return: Last reliable Vatican departure at 8:12 PM - gives you buffer time for 10:05 PM train
🍽️ ROMAN FOOD CULTURE
- Cacio e Pepe Authenticity Test: Real Roman restaurants serve it simply - cheese, pepper, pasta water only
- Supplì vs Arancini: In Rome it's "supplì" (rice balls) not arancini - using wrong term marks you as tourist
- Evening Dining: Romans eat dinner 8-9 PM earliest - arriving at 7 PM means you'll eat with only tourists
⚠️ LONG BUT MANAGEABLE DAY - STREAMLINED PLAN
- Duration: 5:00 AM wake-up to 11:39 PM return (16+ hour day)
- Morning connection: ✅ Comfortable 90-minute window from train arrival to Colosseum tour
- Lunch plan: ✅ Quick grab-and-go pizza for maximum flexibility
- Dinner plan: ✅ Spanish Steps area + Trevi Fountain visit
🚌 BIG BUS ROME - HOP-ON HOP-OFF INFORMATION
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Morning: Naples to Rome
Early Morning
5:00 AM
Wake up
Very early start - hotel breakfast won't be available
5:15 AM
Quick coffee/pastry
Grab from hotel lobby or nearby café
5:30 AM
Taxi to Naples station
Pre-arrange night before (€15-20)
6:14 AM
Italo Train 9912 to Rome
Prima Business, Coach 2, Seats 27, 28, 24, 25. Booking Code: PF4CKW. Arrives Rome Termini 7:30 AM
🌅 MORNING DEPARTURE
- Recommended arrival: 5:45 AM (30 minutes early)
- Why early: Very early departure + need to be alert
- Station: Naples Centrale (large, busy)
- Early morning: Less crowded but allow extra time
🚉 NAPLES CENTRALE TIPS
- Size: Large, busy station
- Layout: Can be confusing, multiple levels
- Platform posting: Usually 15-20 minutes before departure
- Coffee available: Early morning coffee bars open
🎫 MORNING TRAIN DETAILS
- Train: Italo 9912 (High-Speed)
- Class: Prima Business, Coach 2, Seats 27, 28, 24, 25
- Journey time: 1 hour 16 minutes
- Arrival: Rome Termini 7:30 AM
🌙 EVENING RETURN
- Evening arrival: 9:45 PM (20 minutes early)
- Why less time: You'll be familiar with Rome Termini by then
- Station: Rome Termini (massive, very busy)
- Evening crowds: Busy with commuters
- Return train: Italo 8967 departs 10:05 PM, arrives Naples 11:39 PM
🚖 Transport: Termini to Colosseum
Morning: Colosseum Tour
Ancient Rome
7:30 AM
Taxi to Colosseum ✅ CONFIRMED FEASIBLE
€15-20, 10-15 minutes. Taxis readily available at this time - 30-40 minute buffer until tour!
9:00 AM
Colosseum Underground Tour ✅ CONFIRMED
Via del Colosseo, 31. Booking: GYG2Q95YFH9W. Cost: $669.24. 3-hour tour including underground, arena floor, Roman Forum
Afternoon: Flexible Rome Exploration
Open Schedule
1:00 PM+
Big Bus Tour - Flexible Options
Use your Big Bus tickets to explore Rome at your own pace. Popular routes:
• Vatican: Stop 6 (45 min from Colosseum)
• Spanish Steps: Stop 7 (52 min from Colosseum)
• Trevi Fountain: Walk from Stop 8 (5 min)
💡 TIP: See collapsible Big Bus section above for detailed stop times and route info.
• Vatican: Stop 6 (45 min from Colosseum)
• Spanish Steps: Stop 7 (52 min from Colosseum)
• Trevi Fountain: Walk from Stop 8 (5 min)
💡 TIP: See collapsible Big Bus section above for detailed stop times and route info.
Open
Rome Exploration - Your Choice
Vatican tour canceled. Use Big Bus to visit attractions of your choice:
• Vatican area (self-guided)
• Spanish Steps & shopping
• Trevi Fountain area
• Or stay flexible and decide on the day!
• Vatican area (self-guided)
• Spanish Steps & shopping
• Trevi Fountain area
• Or stay flexible and decide on the day!
Evening: Trevi Fountain
After Dinner
8:45-9:15 PM
🌟 Trevi Fountain Visit
Perfect after-dinner activity! 8-minute walk from Otello alla Concordia restaurant. Make a wish and toss a coin! Evening lighting creates magical photos.
Directions: Via della Croce → Via del Corso → Via delle Muratte → Trevi Fountain
💡 TIP: Much less crowded than daytime visits. Beautiful evening illumination.
Directions: Via della Croce → Via del Corso → Via delle Muratte → Trevi Fountain
💡 TIP: Much less crowded than daytime visits. Beautiful evening illumination.
Evening: Return to Naples
Late Night
10:05 PM
Italo Train 8967 back to Naples
Prima Business, Coach 2, Seats 27, 28, 24, 25. Booking Code: PF4CKW. Arrives Naples 11:39 PM
🌙 EVENING DEPARTURE
- Recommended arrival: 9:45 PM (20 minutes early)
- Why less time: You'll be familiar with Rome Termini by then
- Station: Rome Termini (massive, very busy)
- Evening crowds: Busy with commuters
🚉 ROME TERMINI TIPS
- Size: Massive station, very busy
- Platform walk: Long walk to some platforms
- Platform posting: Usually 15-20 minutes before departure
- Evening rush: Crowded with commuters
🎫 RETURN TRAIN DETAILS
- Train: Italo 8967 (High-Speed)
- Class: Prima Business
- Journey time: 1 hour 13 minutes
- Arrival: Naples 11:39 PM
- Total cost: €217.60 (both ways)
🚨 BACKUP PLAN
- Earlier trains available if needed
- Flexible tickets - can usually change
- Late arrival: Hotel will hold rooms
11:30 PM
Taxi to hotel
Pre-arrange with hotel or use taxi rank at station (€15-20)
Midnight
Collapse into bed
Exhausting but unforgettable day! Cooking class at 9:45 AM tomorrow, then Amalfi Coast tour the day after