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8 Day Rome, Florence & Venice by Rail
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| 2 Rome, 2 Florence, 2 Venice |
| Roundtrip airfare JFK/Rome-Venice/JFK, 6 nights accommodation at your choice of hotels, breakfast daily, reserved train seat between cities, your choice of sightseeing |
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- Flights NYC-Rome, Venice-NYC
- Other departure cities available
- Airline fuel surcharges
- 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels
- Plan E
- 2 nights [Portamaggiore] or [Donatello Hotel], Rome
- 2 nights [Hotel Meridiana] or [Hotel Delle Nazioni], Florence
- 2 nights [Olimpia Hotel] or [Hotel Arlecchino], Venice
- Plan D
- 2 nights [Hotel Nord Nuova Roma] or [Hotel Fiume], Rome
- 2 nights [Hotel Cellai] or [Grand Hotel Mediterraneo], Florence
- 2 nights [Hotel Tre Archi ] or [Hotel Abbazia], Venice
- Plan C
- 2 nights [Grand Hotel Palatino] or [Massimo D Azeglio], Rome
- 2 nights [Palazzo dal Borgo Hotel Aprile ] or [Grand Hotel Adriatico
], Florence
- 2 nights [Hotel Carlton & Grand Canal] or [Grand Hotel Principe], Venice
- Plan B
- 2 nights [Hotel Ponte Sisto ] or [Hotel Genova ], Rome
- 2 nights [Grand Hotel Baglioni] or [San Gallo Palace], Florence
- 2 nights [Hotel A la Commedia] or [Hotel Bucintoro ], Venice
- Plan A
- 2 nights [Hotel Bernini Bristol], Rome
- 2 nights [Cerretani Firenze], Florence
- Transportation between cities via First Class rail (Plan A, B or C) or Standard rail (Plans D, E) with reserved seats
- Breakfast daily
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Airport taxes & fees |
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Newly introduced Italian City Taxes (payable locally) |
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Transfers, Optional tours, and gratuities |
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| Day 1: Tuesday - Depart USA |
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Depart the USA to Italy.
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| Day 2: Wednesday - Arrival to Rome |
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Arrival to Rome airport, transfer to your own, or you may an optional arrival transfer, rest of the day is free at leisure.
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| Day 3: Thursday - Rome optional Vatican Museums and Ancient Rome |
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Free day at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Vatican Museums). This morning, depart from the Piazza San Bernardo, adorned by Moses Fountain, and travel to view the Fountains of Naiadi in the center of the Piazza della Repubblica. Continue past Via Piemonte, the Aurelian Walls, Porta Pinciana, the Muro Torto, and the Villa Borghese on Pincian Hill. The tour continues to the Vatican Museums and Galleries, where you will find the Round Hall, the Hall of the Greek Cross, and the Tombs of St. Helen and St. Constance. From here, visit the Sistine Chapel and behold the great frescoes by Michelangelo. Proceed to the Galleries of the Chandeliers, Tapestries, Geographical Maps, and the Vatican Library Hall. Departs at 8:30 a.m. (Apr 1-Aug 31) 7:15 a.m. (Sept 1-Nov 30) and 9 a.m. (Dec 1-Mar 31) from Via V. E. Orlando, 95. Pick up from hotel 45 minutes prior to departure time. Drop off in city center.
Afternoon, free or you may choose our optioanl tour (2 Ancient Rome). Todays tour will feature the classic splendor of the Roman Empire. Leave Piazza San Bernardo, adorned by Moses Fountain, and head to Piazza Venezia where you will admire the Memorial to King Vittorio Emanuele II and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Continue to the square of the Capitol, and admire the unique sight of the Forum, Colosseum and Palatine Hill, one of Romes most ancient districts. Walk along the pavement of the original Roman grid, which crosses the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Curia, and the Reggia. Enjoy views of the Temple of Vesta, the Arch of Titus and the Triumphal Arch of Constantine. Continue with an inside tour of the Colosseum, a giant amphitheater used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, and the largest building ever built in the Roman Empire. The tour concludes with a visit to the church of St. Peter in Chains, where Michelangelos famous statue of Moses is housed.
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| Day 4: Friday - Rome - Florence |
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This morning, transfer independently to the rail station for your trip to Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.
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| Day 5: Saturday - Florence, optional Florence Morning City Tour |
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Free day at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Florence Morning City Tour 9:30 AM). This morning, depart by coach for a short stop at Piazzale Michelangelo, one of the most ideal vantage points of Florence. Continue on to visit the Accademia of Fine Arts to admire Michelangelos David. Next, tour the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of Florence to view the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Battistero di San Giovanni, and the Campanile of Giotto.
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| Day 6: Sunday - Florence to Venice, optional Gondola Serenade |
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This morning, transfer independently to the rail station for your trip to Venice. Upon arrival in Venice, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Afternoon, you may choose our optioanl tour (Gondola Serenade). This evening, enjoy one of the highlights of any Italian holiday Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride with music along the famous Grand Canal, and experience a piece of Venetian history. Glide along the centuries old canals, past lavish palaces and under famous arched bridges (the Gondola holds a maximum of six passengers. Please note that this is not a private gondola ride. Gondolas may depart in groups, with one singer offered per group).
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| Day 7: Monday - Venice, optional Walking Tour |
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Free day at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Walking Tour of Venice). This morning tour begins with an orientation of St. Mark Square, considered the historical heart of the city, and continues to visit the Golden Basilica of San Marco* with its mysterious interior, lavish mosaics, and decorations of Occidental and Oriental design. Proceed to the 14th century Doge Palace, whose facade comprises a massive Gothic gate on the Piazzetta side, known as the Porta Della Carta. Continue to the rear of the palace to view the Bridge of Sighs. The tour ends with an optional visit to a glass blowing factory on Murano Island. *For security reasons, bags are not allowed inside the Basilica. A free-of-charge holding station is available. Due to Mass, San Marco Basilica is closed for visitations on Sundays, and during any religious ceremonies and holy feast days. In this case, visits will exclude interior views of the church. Likewise, Doge Palace is closed on Dec 25, Jan 1, and May 1. Departs daily at 9:15 a.m. from the Tourist Information Office in St. Mark Square, located across from the Basilica. Drop off at Tourist Information Office in St. Mark Square, located across from the Basilica.
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| Day 8: Tuesday - Departure |
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Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight, or choose an optional transfer. Return to the USA.
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Notes:
- Upgrade to First Class rail is available for Plan D and Plan E.
- Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates.
- All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
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| Italy Rome Castelli Romani |
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| Italy Rome Colosseum |
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| Italy Florence Basilica of Santa Croce |
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| Italy Florence Franciscan church of Santa Croce |
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| Italy Venice Basilica San Marco |
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| Italy Venice Gondola Ride |
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- Flights NYC-Rome, Venice-NYC
- Other departure cities available
- Airline fuel surcharges
- 6 nights accommodations in your choice of hotels
- Plan E
- 2 nights [Portamaggiore] or [Donatello Hotel], Rome
- 2 nights [Hotel Meridiana] or [Hotel Delle Nazioni], Florence
- 2 nights [Olimpia Hotel] or [Hotel Arlecchino], Venice
- Plan D
- 2 nights [Hotel Nord Nuova Roma] or [Hotel Fiume], Rome
- 2 nights [Hotel Cellai] or [Grand Hotel Mediterraneo], Florence
- 2 nights [Hotel Tre Archi ] or [Hotel Abbazia], Venice
- Plan C
- 2 nights [Grand Hotel Palatino] or [Massimo D Azeglio], Rome
- 2 nights [Palazzo dal Borgo Hotel Aprile ] or [Grand Hotel Adriatico
], Florence
- 2 nights [Hotel Carlton & Grand Canal] or [Grand Hotel Principe], Venice
- Plan B
- 2 nights [Hotel Ponte Sisto ] or [Hotel Genova ], Rome
- 2 nights [Grand Hotel Baglioni] or [San Gallo Palace], Florence
- 2 nights [Hotel A la Commedia] or [Hotel Bucintoro ], Venice
- Plan A
- 2 nights [Hotel Bernini Bristol], Rome
- 2 nights [Cerretani Firenze], Florence
- Transportation between cities via First Class rail (Plan A, B or C) or Standard rail (Plans D, E) with reserved seats
- Breakfast daily
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Airport taxes & fees |
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Newly introduced Italian City Taxes (payable locally) |
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Transfers, Optional tours, and gratuities |
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| Day 1: Tuesday - Depart USA |
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Depart the USA to Italy.
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| Day 2: Wednesday - Arrival to Rome |
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Arrival to Rome airport, transfer to your own, or you may an optional arrival transfer, rest of the day is free at leisure.
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| Day 3: Thursday - Rome optional Vatican Museums and Ancient Rome |
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Free day at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Vatican Museums). This morning, depart from the Piazza San Bernardo, adorned by Moses Fountain, and travel to view the Fountains of Naiadi in the center of the Piazza della Repubblica. Continue past Via Piemonte, the Aurelian Walls, Porta Pinciana, the Muro Torto, and the Villa Borghese on Pincian Hill. The tour continues to the Vatican Museums and Galleries, where you will find the Round Hall, the Hall of the Greek Cross, and the Tombs of St. Helen and St. Constance. From here, visit the Sistine Chapel and behold the great frescoes by Michelangelo. Proceed to the Galleries of the Chandeliers, Tapestries, Geographical Maps, and the Vatican Library Hall. Departs at 8:30 a.m. (Apr 1-Aug 31) 7:15 a.m. (Sept 1-Nov 30) and 9 a.m. (Dec 1-Mar 31) from Via V. E. Orlando, 95. Pick up from hotel 45 minutes prior to departure time. Drop off in city center.
Afternoon, free or you may choose our optioanl tour (2 Ancient Rome). Todays tour will feature the classic splendor of the Roman Empire. Leave Piazza San Bernardo, adorned by Moses Fountain, and head to Piazza Venezia where you will admire the Memorial to King Vittorio Emanuele II and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Continue to the square of the Capitol, and admire the unique sight of the Forum, Colosseum and Palatine Hill, one of Romes most ancient districts. Walk along the pavement of the original Roman grid, which crosses the ruins of the Roman Forum, the Curia, and the Reggia. Enjoy views of the Temple of Vesta, the Arch of Titus and the Triumphal Arch of Constantine. Continue with an inside tour of the Colosseum, a giant amphitheater used for gladiatorial contests and public spectacles, and the largest building ever built in the Roman Empire. The tour concludes with a visit to the church of St. Peter in Chains, where Michelangelos famous statue of Moses is housed.
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| Day 4: Friday - Rome - Florence |
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This morning, transfer independently to the rail station for your trip to Florence. Upon arrival in Florence, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure.
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| Day 5: Saturday - Florence, optional Florence Morning City Tour |
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Free day at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Florence Morning City Tour 9:30 AM). This morning, depart by coach for a short stop at Piazzale Michelangelo, one of the most ideal vantage points of Florence. Continue on to visit the Accademia of Fine Arts to admire Michelangelos David. Next, tour the Piazza del Duomo in the heart of Florence to view the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the Battistero di San Giovanni, and the Campanile of Giotto.
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| Day 6: Sunday - Florence to Venice, optional Gondola Serenade |
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This morning, transfer independently to the rail station for your trip to Venice. Upon arrival in Venice, transfer independently to your hotel and enjoy the balance of the day at leisure
Afternoon, you may choose our optioanl tour (Gondola Serenade). This evening, enjoy one of the highlights of any Italian holiday Enjoy a relaxing gondola ride with music along the famous Grand Canal, and experience a piece of Venetian history. Glide along the centuries old canals, past lavish palaces and under famous arched bridges (the Gondola holds a maximum of six passengers. Please note that this is not a private gondola ride. Gondolas may depart in groups, with one singer offered per group).
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| Day 7: Monday - Venice, optional Walking Tour |
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Free day at leisure or you can choose our optional tour (Walking Tour of Venice). This morning tour begins with an orientation of St. Mark Square, considered the historical heart of the city, and continues to visit the Golden Basilica of San Marco* with its mysterious interior, lavish mosaics, and decorations of Occidental and Oriental design. Proceed to the 14th century Doge Palace, whose facade comprises a massive Gothic gate on the Piazzetta side, known as the Porta Della Carta. Continue to the rear of the palace to view the Bridge of Sighs. The tour ends with an optional visit to a glass blowing factory on Murano Island. *For security reasons, bags are not allowed inside the Basilica. A free-of-charge holding station is available. Due to Mass, San Marco Basilica is closed for visitations on Sundays, and during any religious ceremonies and holy feast days. In this case, visits will exclude interior views of the church. Likewise, Doge Palace is closed on Dec 25, Jan 1, and May 1. Departs daily at 9:15 a.m. from the Tourist Information Office in St. Mark Square, located across from the Basilica. Drop off at Tourist Information Office in St. Mark Square, located across from the Basilica.
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| Day 8: Tuesday - Departure |
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Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight, or choose an optional transfer. Return to the USA.
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Notes:
- Upgrade to First Class rail is available for Plan D and Plan E.
- Passengers traveling abroad require a passport valid for six months beyond their travel dates.
- All travelers are responsible to check if a visa is required for all countries on their itinerary.
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| Italy Rome Castelli Romani |
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| Italy Rome Colosseum |
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| Italy Florence Basilica of Santa Croce |
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| Italy Florence Franciscan church of Santa Croce |
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| Italy Venice Basilica San Marco |
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| Italy Venice Gondola Ride |
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| 8 Day Rome, Florence & Venice by Rail -Plan C Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
| May 22 | $2269.00 | $1219.00 | |
May 29(Sold Out) | $2489.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Jun 5 | $2489.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Jun 12 | $2489.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Jun 19 | $2509.00 | $1219.00 | |
Jun 26(Sold Out) | $2449.00 | $1159.00 | |
Jul 3(Sold Out) | $2409.00 | $1139.00 | |
| Jul 10 | $2349.00 | $1079.00 | |
| Jul 17 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Jul 24 | $2289.00 | $969.00 | |
| Jul 31 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 7 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 14 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 21 | $2259.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 28 | $2089.00 | $1039.00 | |
| Sep 4 | $2099.00 | $1149.00 | |
| Sep 11 | $2049.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Sep 18 | $2059.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Sep 25 | $1989.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 2 | $2039.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 9 | $2039.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 16 | $1989.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 23 | $2229.00 | $1199.00 | |
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| 8 Day Rome, Florence & Venice by Rail -Plan A Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 22(Sold Out) | $2649.00 | $1599.00 | |
May 29(Sold Out) | $2869.00 | $1599.00 | |
Jun 5(Sold Out) | $2869.00 | $1599.00 | |
Jun 12(Sold Out) | $2929.00 | $1659.00 | |
| Jun 19 | $2869.00 | $1579.00 | |
| Jun 26 | $2839.00 | $1549.00 | |
| Jul 3 | $2549.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 10 | $2549.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 17 | $2549.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 24 | $2599.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 31 | $2499.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 7 | $2499.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 14 | $2499.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 21 | $2519.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 28 | $2339.00 | $1289.00 | |
| Sep 4 | $2339.00 | $1389.00 | |
| Sep 11 | $2429.00 | $1599.00 | |
Sep 18(Sold Out) | $2439.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Sep 25 | $2389.00 | $1599.00 | |
Oct 2(Sold Out) | $2439.00 | $1599.00 | |
Oct 9(Sold Out) | $2439.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Oct 16 | $2389.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Oct 23 | $2629.00 | $1599.00 | |
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| 8 Day Rome, Florence & Venice by Rail -Plan C Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
| May 22 | $2269.00 | $1219.00 | |
May 29(Sold Out) | $2489.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Jun 5 | $2489.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Jun 12 | $2489.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Jun 19 | $2509.00 | $1219.00 | |
Jun 26(Sold Out) | $2449.00 | $1159.00 | |
Jul 3(Sold Out) | $2409.00 | $1139.00 | |
| Jul 10 | $2349.00 | $1079.00 | |
| Jul 17 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Jul 24 | $2289.00 | $969.00 | |
| Jul 31 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 7 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 14 | $2239.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 21 | $2259.00 | $969.00 | |
| Aug 28 | $2089.00 | $1039.00 | |
| Sep 4 | $2099.00 | $1149.00 | |
| Sep 11 | $2049.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Sep 18 | $2059.00 | $1219.00 | |
| Sep 25 | $1989.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 2 | $2039.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 9 | $2039.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 16 | $1989.00 | $1199.00 | |
| Oct 23 | $2229.00 | $1199.00 | |
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| 8 Day Rome, Florence & Venice by Rail -Plan A Tour |
| Departure Date |
Air & Land |
Land Only |
| Year 2012 |
May 22(Sold Out) | $2649.00 | $1599.00 | |
May 29(Sold Out) | $2869.00 | $1599.00 | |
Jun 5(Sold Out) | $2869.00 | $1599.00 | |
Jun 12(Sold Out) | $2929.00 | $1659.00 | |
| Jun 19 | $2869.00 | $1579.00 | |
| Jun 26 | $2839.00 | $1549.00 | |
| Jul 3 | $2549.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 10 | $2549.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 17 | $2549.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 24 | $2599.00 | $1279.00 | |
| Jul 31 | $2499.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 7 | $2499.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 14 | $2499.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 21 | $2519.00 | $1229.00 | |
| Aug 28 | $2339.00 | $1289.00 | |
| Sep 4 | $2339.00 | $1389.00 | |
| Sep 11 | $2429.00 | $1599.00 | |
Sep 18(Sold Out) | $2439.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Sep 25 | $2389.00 | $1599.00 | |
Oct 2(Sold Out) | $2439.00 | $1599.00 | |
Oct 9(Sold Out) | $2439.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Oct 16 | $2389.00 | $1599.00 | |
| Oct 23 | $2629.00 | $1599.00 | |
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