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CLEMSON WBB + CLEMSONLIFE

2027 Italian Tour
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Italy / 10 days / 9 nights

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Clemson WBB + ClemsonLIFE Italian Tour Overview

Join Clemson Women’s Basketball and ClemsonLIFE for an unforgettable journey through Italy. This unique experience brings together the Women’s Basketball team and staff, ClemsonLIFE students and their families, and Tiger supporters for a shared adventure through Rome, Florence, and Milan.

Experience the best of Italy through iconic sights, curated cultural experiences, incredible food, and memorable moments alongside the Clemson community. More than a trip, this is a special opportunity to experience Italy together while celebrating the connections that make Clemson so special.

Tour Highlights

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At a glance

Day 1 - Arrival in Rome & City Tour

June 18th, 2027
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Arrive in Rome, Walking Tour, Welcome Dinner

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Arrive in Rome

Arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport and meet the tour leader and private motorcoach

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Breakfast/Brunch depending on arrival time

Enjoy a welcome breakfast or brunch at a local restaurant upon arrival.

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Walking tour of Rome

A guided walking tour through Rome's main squares, historic piazzas, and iconic baroque water features, including the Trevi Fountain.

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Hotel Check-in

Check in at the Metropole Hotel in Rome.

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Welcome dinner

Welcome dinner to celebrate the start of your Italian journey.

Day 2 - Vatican Museums Tour & Private Courtyard Dinner

June 19th, 2027
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Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel, Private Courtyard Dinner

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Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel.
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Free time

Free time on your own: savor the experience. Take time to relax, enjoy the scenery, shop. sightsee, and appreciate the grandeur of Rome.

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Private Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel guided tour with private dinner in the Vatican Courtyard

Time7:30 PM

This one is special:  Avoid the 25,000 daily visitors and instead enjoy a tour just for the Clemson team and supporters.  We'll have exclusive private entry and tour of the Vatican Museums: located within Vatican City, which are home to one of the most impressive art collections in the world, including the Sistine Chapel. Experience private wings that the public doesn't have access to and enjoy the Vatican without the crowds!

Tour ends with a light dinner in the courtyard.

Day 3 - Colosseum Arena Tour & Amazing Race Rome!

June 20th, 2027
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Colosseum Arena Tour, Amazing Race Rome

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Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel.
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Colosseum Arena Access

Entry and guided tour of the iconic Colosseum, featuring private arena access.

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Amazing Race Rome!

An interactive evening "Amazing Race" activity across historic Rome. Tour ends with a light dinner in the courtyard.

Day 4 - Youth Clinic & Game #1

June 21st, 2027
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Youth Clinic, Game #1

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Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel.
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Youth Clinic

Joint basketball clinic with local youth athletes.

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Game #1

Clemson WBB Exhibition Game #1 vs local Italian opposition.

Day 5 - Transfer to Florence & Borgo Scopeto Excursion

June 22nd, 2027
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Transfer to Florence, Borgo Scopeto Visit

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Breakfast at hotel and check-out

Breakfast at hotel and check-out.
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Transfer to Florence

Departure
Rome
Destination
Florence

Transfer from Rome to Florence via private coach

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Borgo Scopeto Visit

En-route stop at the picturesque Borgo Scopeto estate in Tuscany.

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Hotel Check-in & Dinner

Check in at Grand Hotel Mediterraneo in Florence, followed by group dinner.

Day 6 - Accademia Gallery Tour & Game #2

June 23rd, 2027
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Accademia Gallery Tour, Game #2

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Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel.

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Accademia Gallery Tour

Entry and guided viewing of Michelangelo's "David" at the Accademia Gallery.

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Game #2

Clemson WBB Exhibition Game #2.

Day 7 - Wine Education & Tuscan Cooking Class

June 24th, 2027
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Wine Education, Tuscan Cooking Class

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Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel.
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Wine Education & Tasting

Wine education session @ Enoteca Pontevecchio.

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Cooking Class & Dinner at Villa Monteoriolo

Just twenty minutes outside of Florence, join Eleanora Calami and her family as they welcome you to their working Olive Oil farm. The 25 acre site, with over 4000 olive trees, has been in the family since 1865. Eleanor is a renowned chef, instructor, and hostess in the Florence area and you will be delighted with this combination cooking class and private dinner on their estate.  This is as authentic Italian Tuscany as we can find!

Day 8 - Transfer to Milan & City Exploration

June 25th, 2027
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Transfer to Milan, City Sightseeing

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Breakfast & Late Check-out

Breakfast at hotel, 11:00 AM late check-out.

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Transfer to Milan

Private coach transfer to Milan (approx. 4 hours with leg-stretch stop).

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Hotel Check-in

Check in at Rosa Grand Hotel in Milan.

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Shopping in Fashion District

Free time to explore, shop, and dine in Milan.

Day 9 - Como Private Cruise and Bellagio Tour

June 26th, 2027
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Private Cruise in Como & Bellagio Tour

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Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast at hotel.
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Private cruise to Bellagio

Private cruise from Como to Bellagio on Lake Como: this is a wonderful way to experience the beauty of the lake and its charming lakeside villages. The cruise itself is a scenic journey with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and picturesque lakeside villages.

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Guided tour in Bellagio and free time

The private guided tour will continue once in Bellagio, often referred to as the "Pearl of Lake Como". Bellagio is known for its narrow cobblestone streets, charming shops, and colorful buildings, enjoy the tour and some free time on your own.

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Closing Donor and Coaches dinner

Day 10 - Milan Departure and Return to USA

June 27th, 2027
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Departure from Milan and Return Home

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Breakfast at hotel and check-out

Breakfast at hotel and check-out.
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Transfer to Milan Airport for flight home

Departure
Hotel in Milan
Destination
Milan Airport
Transfer to Milan Airport for flight home.
Map of the trip locations

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A. Hotel Metropole Rome

V. Principe Amedeo, 3, 00185 Roma RM, Italy

B. Vatican Museums

00120, Vatican City

C. Colosseum

Piazza del Colosseo, 1, 00184 Roma RM, Italy

D. Borgo Scopeto Relai

Località Borgo Scopeto, 53019 Vagliagli SI, Italy

E. Grand Hotel Mediterraneo

Lungarno del Tempio, 44, 50121 Firenze FI, Italy

F. Accademia Gallery

Via Ricasoli, 58/60, 50129 Firenze FI, Italy

G. Villa Montreola (Cooking Class)

Via di Montreale, 1, 50012 Bagno a Ripoli FI, Italy

H. Rosa Grand Hotel

Vle Andrea Doria, 4, 20124 Milano MI, Italy

I. Bellagio, Lake Como

V. Valassina, 31, 22021 Bellagio CO, Italy

J. Milan Malpensa Airport

21010 Ferno VA, Italy