


Imperial Majesty in Ravenna & Venice
From £3,750
Summary
Last Bastions of the Byzantine Empire in Northern Italy
The last capital of the Western Roman Empire, Ravenna was reconquered by Justinian and became the seat of an Exarchate. As an imperial city, Ravenna flourished and was adorned with churches decorated by the best Byzantine artists. The Basilica of San Vitale, built by the banker Julius Argentarius, contains some of the finest Byzantine mosaics outside of Constantinople, as well as the most famous portraits of Justinian and his colourful wife, Theodora. Venice, which was part of the Exarchate of Ravenna, grew wealthy from its connection to the east, while becoming enriched by Byzantine culture. The Basilica of San Marco, once the private chapel of the Venetian Doges, was based on the Byzantine Church of the Holy Apostles in Constantinople. Its stunning mosaics remain an unsurpassed panoply of Byzantine art. The result was an unparalleled collection of Byzantine art, with its unique domed architecture and shimmering mosaics.
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£3,750
Deposit: £750 Single supplement: £660
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Meet your Experts
Tony O’Connor
Andante Guide Lecturer
Tony O'Connor is a specialist in the Roman Empire, who has excavated widely across Britain, Europe and North Africa. He is particularly passionate about Roman North Africa, having excavated in Libya for many years.

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Included in your cost:
- Expert Guide Lecturer
- Professional Tour Manager
- Local travel aboard a private air-conditioned coach
- Meals as per the itinerary, wine and tea or coffee with dinner
- Accommodation
- Entries to all sites as per the itinerary
- All activities as per the itinerary
- All taxes & gratuities
- Field notes
Tour Departure | Tour ID | Departure date | Return Date | Guided by | Price | Deposit | Single supplement | Offer | Availability |
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29 March 2023 | ARVV230329 | 29 March 2023 (Wednesday) | 5 April 2023 (Wednesday) | Tony O’Connor | £3,750 (inc. flights) |
£750 | £660 | Book your trip | |
1 November 2023 | ARVV231101 | 1 November 2023 (Wednesday) | 8 November 2023 (Wednesday) | Oliver Gilkes | £3,675 (inc. flights) |
£375 |
£660 |
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