Gh Impresa Turistica | Catalogue '09

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“Impresa” represents our particular combination of touristic activities, starting from the idea that the holiday economy shouldn’t be exported or implanted: it is founded upon a relationship between hosts and guests, rooted in a context of experiences that take place and assume meaning in each location. GH Impresa Turistica boasts a decentralized, horizontal structure, and unites knowledge, technology and know-how. It develops all of the principal activities that characterize the touristic sector and applies the results of its research to policies of development within its territories and the realization of web communication projects. The Tour Operating of GH Impresa Turistica is organized with respect to precise desires and needs of tourists and operators. Different brands propose and distinguish a variety of styles, methods and service offers for travelers and vacationers, with the unifying theme of on-line acquisition and development of made-to-order proposals, which are otherwise hard to find. The catalog of GH Impresa Turistica proposes itineraries, trips and journeys exclusively located in the Mediterranean. Currently in Calabria, Sardinia, Dalmatia, Sicily, Puglia, Campania and Morocco. We are a business of territory-based businesses.

TERREMOBILI

ORME NEL PARCO

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You’re the holiday you take

Many emotions, a unique adventure

Terremobili is designed for a traveler that seeks experiences worth living and retelling.

Orme nel Parco takes you on an adventure through nature.

With Terremobili, you will be enchanted by the rich colors and flavors of the Mediterranean and its extraordinary, spectacular territories.

Adventure park, orienteering, Jeep excursions, hiking, biking, Nordic walking and many other possibilities and ideas, made to order for groups, schools, businesses and others.

For those who seek thrills and relaxation, we propose thematic itineraries, according to our catalog or made to measure, and stays in authentic, highquality lodgings, carefully selected and reservable on-line. Terremobili operates in Dalmatia, Morocco, Sardinia, Sicily, Puglia, Campania, Basilicata and Calabria.

FERIAS

Orme nel Parco operates within the National Parks of Sila, Pollino and Aspromonte, in landscapes of spectacular beauty. With Orme nel Parco, the vacation becomes an authentic experience, immersed within a simple, welcoming atmosphere.

SAILTOSEE

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Enjoy your stay

A view from the sea

Ferias offers the best vacation homes of the Mediterranean.

Sailtosee is the nautical agency of GH Impresa Turistica.

Selected residences, purchasable on-line, at any time of year.

Based in Split, it proposes boats of up to 15 m to sail through the Adriatic Sea, a tranquil, intense corner of the Mediterranean. Go by sail to discover the Dalmatian Islands according to the rhythms of the wind, or by motor to move without limits, choose dinghies for excursions in the coves or catamaran cruises for utter relaxation in small groups. Upon request, we can add bicycles or scooters to aid your exploration of the islands.

Villas with swimming pool, apartments, beach or country houses in the most evocative, extraordinary corners of Sicily, Sardinia, Puglia, Campania, Dalmatia, Morocco and Calabria. Ferias is trustworthy self-catering at reasonable prices.

Sailtosee offers direct assistance for travelers, thanks to a dedicated staff that works 7 days a week and speaks 3 languages: they available to assist clients who want to use a boat to discover the Dalmatian Archipelago and its extraordinary islands.

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01A. Boat and mountain bike tour among the Dalmatian Islands

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02A. Sardinia: caves and coves of the north-east

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03A. Sea and archaeology in the Gulf of Squillace

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04A. Sea and music on the Riviera of Nausicaa

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05A. In “caicco” among the Dalmatian Islands

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06A. The white dunes of southern Sardinia

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FOR LOVERS OF UNEXPECTED HORIZONS

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* OUR LODGINGS Kapetan Jure Historical boat from 2001 15 cabins with private bathrooms (or structure of equal quality level)

Boat and mountain bike tour among the Dalmat ian I slands --------------------------------------------------------

Seaside Croatia Dalmatia 8 days/7 nights Bike and boat tour accompanied by multilingual guide Full board

-------------------------------------------------------A journey through flowering meadows, small villages, lavender fields and hidden bays. But that’s not all. Imagine that you can cross centuries of history and mythology, returning to the sites of Ulysses’ celebrated deeds and visiting onceunparalleled city-states like Split and Trogir. Imagine a path through land and sea, a Dalmatia to be lived as you prefer, with a vessel that will aid your movement and with your mountain bike which will make your discovery of this corner of Croatia fully personal and interactive.

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DAY 1: TROGIR, SPLIT AND OMIS (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 20 KM) Meeting at Trogir (transfer from the Split/Trogir Airport or from the port of Split, upon request). Boarding: immediately after check-in at 13:00, we begin our cruise. Navigation from Trogir towards Split. Excursion in mountain bike on Marjan hill, a green peninsula reaching into the sea that is famous for relaxation and sports. After dinner, a walk through Split’s historical center, where we will find the famous Palace of Diocletian. Overnight stay at Omis. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: CETINA CANYON (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 43 KM) Morning excursion in mountain bike along the valley of the Cetina River. Return to Omis, ancient pirates’ fort, and visit to the fortress. Who wants to go rafting (an easy activity, lasting 2 hours) in the river. In the afternoon, navigation from Omis to Brac with stops along the beaches. Guests can choose to take a bike ride on the island of Brac. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: BRAC ISLAND (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 25 + 25 KM) The route begins at Povlja, with a long ascent towards the crest of the mountain, crossing groves of olive, fig and kiwi trees, along with vineyards. Descent towards Bol where we will find Zlatni Rat, Croatia’s most famous beach. Lunch and transfer to Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: PENINSULA OF PELJESAC AND MLJET ISLAND (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 45 + 20 KM) Quick navigation towards Peljesac, a long narrow peninsula, famous for its vineyards (production of Dignac and Plavac), located in front of Korcula and representing an ideal continuation. The journey in mountain bike begins with a climb that crosses farmland and vineyards, ending in Trstenik. While lunch is served on board, we will navigate towards green Mljet Island, a National Park known as the “island of honey”. In the 12th century, Benedectine monks chose to build a monastery here to appreciate the quiet and the numerous pine and oak forests. This island, where Ulysses supposedly spent 7 years, is also noted for the quality of its pine wood, known as the best in the Mediterranean. ------------------------------------------------------

DAY 5: KORCULA ISLAND (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 67 KM) Transfer to the island of Korcula, one of Dalmatia’s most beautiful vacation spots, boasting plentiful gardens, forests of Mediterranean vegetation and hidden bays. The mountain bike route follows paved and dirt roads towards Brna, in the south-west of the island. From here, we continue towards Blato, a village situated on seven hills, and we reach Vela Luka. Overnight stay at Vela Luka. -----------------------------------------------DAY 6: HVAR ISLAND (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 20 + 25 KM) Navigation from Vela Luka to Hvar. Visit to the city of Hvar to see the beautiful Renaissance square, the cathedral, the numerous gothic mansions and the fortress, which enjoys an extraordinary panorama of the sea and the Pakleni islands. The mountain bike tour continues, passing through small stone villages, flowering meadows and lavender fields. Overnight at Stari Grad, a serene town which for some time has been an artists’ hideaway. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: SOLTA ISLAND (BIKE TOUR, ABOUT 19 KM) Navigation from Hvar to Stomorska, on the island of Solta, with plentiful olive groves and fig trees, perfumed by lavender and rosemary. Continue by mountain bike as far as Maslinica. In the afternoon boat for return to Trogir. For those who wish to do so, time allowing, you can visit the historical city of Trogir, UNESCO Heritage site. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure. -----------------------------------------------NOTE This is an approximate program which may be modified in case of adverse weather conditions, group requests, the advice of the guide or for organizational purposes.

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DALMATIAN ISLANDS ----------------------

Bike and boat tour accompanied by multilingual guide Full board ---------------------

FOR LOVERS OF SEA-SCULPTED LANDS

* OUR LODGINGS Arbatasar Hotel at Arbatax Anticos Palathos at Orosei (or other structures of an equal quality level)

02A S ardinia: caves and coves o f the north-east --------------------------------------------------------

Seaside Italy Sardinia 7 days/6 nights Open Fly and Drive tour Breakfast included -------------------------------------------------------Vacation, sun, turquoise sea, enchanting beaches and coves. Seven days in Sardinia in a place ideal for travelers who want the sea to themselves. Hidden bays, marine caves, sunny and deserted rocks they still exist, and if you wish to, you can pass an unforgettable vacation here. A stay in Sardinia at reasonable prices, near the sea, far from chaos and crowds.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Arbatax and accommodation and overnight stay in the chosen lodgings. -------------------------------------------------DAY 2: SEASIDE AND SU MARMURI CAVES Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. In the afternoon, we advise you to visit to the Su Marmuri Caves. Return to hotel and overnight stay. -------------------------------------------------DAY 3: SEA EXCURSION ALONG THE GULF OF OROSEI Breakfast and departure from Arbatax Port for an excursion along the splendid coves and caves of the eastern coast. Evening transfer to Orosei, accommodation in hotel and overnight stay. -------------------------------------------------DAY 4: SEA OF OROSEI Breakast and departure for Orosei for a splendid day of carefree beach enjoyment. Evening return to hotel and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------

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SARDINIA NORTH-EAST COAST ----------------------

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DAY 5: SEA OF OROSEI Breakfast and free day to fully enjoy the splendid sandy beaches along the Orosei coast. Evening return to hotel and overnight stay. -------------------------------------------------DAY 6: EXCURSION Breakfast. Excursion of choice, either natural, athletic, historical or cultural.Evening return to hotel and overnight stay. -------------------------------------------------DAY 7: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out. -------------------------------------------------NOTE Itinerary suggested for those who love uncontaminated beaches.

FOR LOVERS OF THE QUIET CORNERS OF MAGNA GRAECIA * OUR LODGINGS Tenuta Castellesi at Squillace (or structure of equal quality level)

03A S ea and archaeology in the Gulf o f S quillace --------------------------------------------------------

History and seaside Italy Calabria 5 days/4 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume local guide for this itinerary half board -------------------------------------------------------“A week-end in the spectacular Gulf of Squillace, discovering some of the most charming areas in the South Italy”. A unique opportunity revel in the splendor of Magna Graecia, enjoy the embedded shores in the rocks of the Ionian coast and swim in the waters of this crystalline stretch of the Calabrese sea. For people who prefer the mainland, there are marvelous and small villages of Gasperina, Montauro e San Vito, examples of serenity still anchored to the peasant tradition and culture.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Squillace and accommodation in the selected hotel. ---------------------------------------------------DAY 2: SQUILLACE AND THE SCOLACIUM ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE Breakfast and free morning to enjoy the sun. In the afternoon tour of the village of Squillace and the Scolacium archaeological site. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ---------------------------------------------------DAY 3: GASPERINA AND MONTAURO Breakfast and free morning to explore the beach. In the afternoon excursion to the villages of Gasperina and Montauro and tour of the ancient Grangia. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------

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CALABRIA SQUILLACE GULF ----------------------

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DAY 4: SAN VITO ON THE IONION SEA Breakfast and relaxation on the beach. In the afternoon tour of the San Vito village facing the Ionian sea and visits to the traditional shops of tobacco pipe making in the village of Posella. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ---------------------------------------------------DAY 5: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out. End of all services.

FOR TRAVELERS SEEKING CULTURAL AND NATURAL TREASURES * OUR LODGINGS Le Due Casette Agritourism at Isca sullo Jonio (or structure of equal quality level)

04A S ea and music on the Riviera o f N ausicaa --------------------------------------------------------

Adventure/seaside Calabria Italy 4 days /3 nights Fly and Drive tour possibility to assume a local guide for this itinerary Half board -------------------------------------------------------The present itinerary starts from the old city center of Isca sul onio, enclosed within the Preserre mountains. This is the location of the recently opened Academy of Calabrian folk music. Here you can discover the largest collection of local traditional musical instruments from which originated the popular dance, the Tarantella. This is a truly interesting journey among the mysteries of this regional dance, recently rediscovered: enjoy its culturally rich music and style, emphasizing local traditions that were passed on to the present from one generation to another. Don’t miss the lovely beach of Isca Marina where Caretta turtles lay their eggs.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Isca sul Ionio and accommodation at your agritourism. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: JEEP TOUR IN THE LOWER SERRE MOUNTAINS Breakfast and departure for the Galliporo River, excursion on the river and visit to the Galliporo Waterfall. In the afternoon visit to the city center of Isca and the Academy and museum of musical instruments. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------------

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DAY 3: RIVIERA DI NAUSICAA Breakfast and a full day of relaxation on the beach. Dinner with traditional Calabrese music and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out, departure.

FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO DISCOVER THE MEDITERRANEAN WITH THE WIND * OUR LODGINGS The Caicco Linda Historical boat from 2004 15 cabins with private bathrooms (or structure of equal quality level)

05A In "caicco" a mong the D al matian Islands --------------------------------------------------------

Seaside Croatia Dalmatia 7 days, 6 nights Boat tour Full board -------------------------------------------------------A journey by boat through the Dalmatian Islands, pushed forward by the breeze and the desire to discover new horizons. Terremobili offers travelers the opportunity to get closer to the hidden Mediterranean, by way of this unforgettable cruise. We propose a week-long trip on a catamaran, a historical vessel with Turkish origins, supplied with every comfort. You will have the possibility to sail in the company of an expert captain who will help you discover a naturalistically precious land. The true Dalmatia must be discovered from the element that constitutes its essential character: the blue sea.

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DAY 1: BRAC Sailing from Split towards east, along the north coast of the island of Brac, until you reach a small port of Splitska. With the Mistral, we recommend that you drop the anchor in the middle of the port, while with the Bora the best place for boats is at the quay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: LUKA BAY Luka bay and Povlja bay provide a good shelter for all boats. With the strong Mistral, you should stay at Luka, which is better protected. Numerous small inlets around the bay provide many mooring possibilities. ------------------------------------------------------DAY 3: BOL Bol is the most frequently visited destination of the island of Brac. It’s a small port, protected from all winds, except from south-west winds. The pier west of the port is used mostly as an embarkation point for tour and excursion boats (3 meters deep). The central part of the promenade is equipped with bollards. You can anchor near the most famous beach Zlatni Rat, only if the weather is fine. However, pay attention to the area reserved for swimming. West of the beach, the anchor will not hold. For those who search for a quiet place, we recommend Vrboska, on the island of Hvar. Vrboska offers many mooring possibilities, with mooring buoys available at the ACI marina and at the town quay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: STARI GRAD Stari Grad – the quay in front of the port authorities is equipped with mooring buoys, water and electricity. It’s a quiet and pleasant place. Secluded bays of Tiha peninsula offer some interesting mooring spots; Glavna and Vlaska, though exposed to the Mistral, provide a good shelter from Bora and Scirocco winds. -------------------------------------------------------

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DAY 5: CAPE PELEGRIN Cape Pelegrin – on the westernmost edge of the island. East of the cape Pelegrin, you will find some bays exposed to north winds. From there, you can continue towards Hvar, the main town of the island. The port of Hvar is exposed to south winds. Here it’s difficult to find a berth, because many boaters stop over to the port. You can anchor anywhere, just pay attention to the ferries. The anchor will hold good. ACI marina Palmizana lies in a small archipelago of Pakleni Island, facing the town of Hvar. It’s very popular in summer, and from there you can take a taxi-boat services to Hvar. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 6: SOLTA Stomorska (Solta island) – a pleasant port equipped with many mooring buoys at the eastern quay. The Mistral and Bora can be strong, but not dangerous. ------------------------------------------------------DAY 7: DRVENIK VELI AND DEPARTURE The island of Drvenik Veli provides two moorings: Krknjaš and Solinska. Solinska is not frequently visited; however pay attention to the rocks. Krknjaš is rather popular as a mooring. Pay attention only to the rocks on the north side. In late afternoon, return to Split. ------------------------------------------------------This is an approximate program which may be modified in case of adverse weather conditions, group requests, the advice of the guide or for organizational purposes.

FOR LOVERS OF ETHEREAL LANDSCAPES * OUR LODGINGS Hotel Lantana (or structure of equal quality level)

06A T he whit e dunes of s outher n Sardinia --------------------------------------------------------

Seaside Italy Sardinia 8 days/7 nights Fly and Drive Tour Half board -------------------------------------------------------A week of Sardinian sun on some of the most beautiful beaches of Sulcis Iglesiente. The white sand dunes of Porto Pino and Chia, the archaeological zones of Nora and Cagliari, the beautiful Pantaleo woods, the caves of Is Zuddas and the reserves at Is Cannoneris and Santadi, populated by Sardinian deer and wild boar. It’s all surrounded by an emerald sea.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Cagliari and open transfer to Pula, dinner and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------DAY 2: NORA Breakfast and visit to the Punic-Roman city of Nora to enjoy its magical atmosphere. The afternoon is spent relaxing on the beach. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------DAY 3: TOUR OF THE BEACHES ALONG THE WESTERN COAST (S.S. 195) Breakfast and visit to some beaches. Not to miss: Arboi, Cala Cipolla, Cala d’Ostia, Campana, Campana Dune, Campionna, Candiani, Capo Malfatano and Spiaggia dei Fichi. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------DAY 4: NATURAL AND ARCHAEOLOGICAL ITINERARY Breakfast and open transfer to Santadi for a nature excursion, visit to the caves at Is Zuddas and the necropolis of Montessu/Villaperuccio. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------DAY 5: TOUR OF THE BEACHES ALONG THE WESTERN COAST (S.S. 195) Breakfast and departure for some of the island’s most beautiful beaches. Not to miss: Montecogoni, Spiaggia di Nora, Pinusuvillage, Piscinnì, Porto Pineddu, Porto Pino (especially the Dunes and Seconda Spiaggia), Porto Scudo, Porto Tramatzu and Porto Zafferano. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ---------------------------------------------------

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DAY 6: CAGLIARI Breakfast and visit to the city of Cagliari, one of the most fascinating cities of the Mediterranean Sea. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------DAY 7: TOUR OF THE BEACHES ALONG THE WESTERN COAST (S.S. 195) Breakfast and open transfer to the beaches. Not to miss: Canna, Sa Colonia, Santa Margherita di Pula, Spiaggia dei Francesi, Su Giudeu, Su Guvunteddu, Su Portu, Torre del Budello and Tuerredda. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. --------------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast, open transfer to Cagliari and departure.

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01B. The “Valle Eterna” and the locales of Andrea Camilleri

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02B. On the traces of Andalusia in Morocco

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03C. Charming locations in the heart of Baroque Sicily

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04C. Marvelous Campania

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05C. Puglia archaeology: from the Bronze Age to Crispiano Gold

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06C. Among the treasures of Puglia and Basilicata

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07C. Tarantella Power

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08C. The Hot Pepper Festival on the “Riviera dei cedri”

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FOR LOVERS OF LITERARY, ARCHAEOLOGICAL, AND MYTHOLOGICAL LOCATIONS * OUR LODGINGS The B&B L’Arco Ubriaco at Agrigento (or structure of equal qualitative level)

01B T h e "Valle Eter na" and the locales o f Andrea Camiller i ------------------------------------------------------

Cultural Italy Sicily 6 days/5 nights tour accompanied by local guide possibility to reserve fly and drive tour half board -----------------------------------------------------A route of discovery amongst Sicily’s Magna Graecia remains. We start at the stupendous Valley of the Temples at Agrigento, a UNESCO Heritage Site, moving through the evocative historical center of the city. We finish up at the coast and the lovely beaches overlooking Porto Empedocle and Girgenti, the settings of the detective series by Andrea Camilleri. A stay in Sicily dedicated to a fascinating itinerary of archaeology, sea, and literary explorations.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Agrigento in late morning and accommodation in Hotel. Meeting with guide and visit to the Valley of the Temples Archaeological Park, ready to leave on foot to discover the fascinating world of the past: Porta II, Shrine to Tenaglia, Ancient Fortifications, Temple of Demetra and the Church of S.Biagio. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------DAY 2: VALLEY OF THE TEMPLES Breakfast and morning visit to the Valley of the Temples: Temple of Giunone, Via Sacra, Temple of Concordia, Temple of Ercole and Temple of Giove. Afternoon: Hellenic-Roman Quarter, Roman Necropolis, Hellenic-Roman Necropolis and Temple of Esculapio. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------DAY 3: ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM Breakfast and morning visit to the splendid Kolymmbetra gardens, encompassing 5 hectares between the Temple of Dioscuri and the Temple of Vulcano. Crossing the Valley we will also see the Ipogeo Giacatello, Bouleuterion, Agorà Superiore and the Archaeological Museum. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------DAY 4: AROUND THE CITY We will follow a ring-like path around the city: Pirandello Piazza, Pirandello Theater and Addolorata Park, finally arriving at the splendid hills that overlook Agrigento. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -------------------------------------------------

DAY 5: SEASIDE ROUTE AND THE LOCALES OF ANDREA CAMILLERI ----------------------------------------------Punta Piccola, Punta Grande and the Scala dei Turchi: an enchanting seaside route among some of the province’s most beautiful spots, finally reaching Porto Empedocle, the so-called Vigata of Montalbano. This is where Camilleri set his celebrated detective stories about the Commissioner, between Vigata and Montelusa, imaginary locations that cannot be found on a map but would be geographically located in the area between the hills of Girgenti and the African Sea. Camilleri called them semi-fantastical locations that “exist as a basic place-name structure” to create a net for his characters; the borders have a varying geometry in order to best satisfy the demands of the narrative.

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Porto Empedocle is Vigata, with its streets, abandoned factories, the Mannara, the lighthouse, the flat rock, the Salita Granet, Marinella Beach, the easterly pier, the Commissariato on Via Lincoln, Monte Crasto, San Calogero Restaurant, Enzo’s Trattoria and the white-clay hills. Girgenti is Montelusa with its Questura and the Rabato Quarter. These towns really do exist, but under the spell of Camilleri’s pen they absorb one another and the characteristics of other Sicilian towns: they become paradigmatic of Sicily itself.

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In this sense Vigata can be defined as the “most invented town of the most quintessential Sicily”. In this universal and literary territory, geographically characterized, we find the historical and modern characters of Camilleri (Zosimo “king of Girgenti”, Montalbano, Catarella, Mimì Augello) and imaginary stories become real and plausible. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ---------------------------------------------DAY 6: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR LOVERS OF THE MYSTERIOUS LANDS OF MOROCCO * OUR LODGINGS Charming Riad or hotel 4/5 stars (or structure of equal quality level)

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Cultural Morocco 8 days/7 nights tour accompanied by local guide possibility to reserve fly and drive tour full board luxury climate-controlled bus with multilingual guide -----------------------------------------------------Join us to marvel at the spectacular Hispanic-Moorish architecture and art that flourishes in northern Morocco, from Tangier to Rabat, from Fez to Tetouan, following the settlements in these Muslim lands by refugees of Spanish persecution. This itinerary provides a week-long immersion, giving travelers a close-up of the intriguing influences of Moroccan culture.

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DAY 1: FEZ Arrival at the international airport of Fez with welcome. Transfer to hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: FEZ Breakfast and morning visit to the Medieval medina of Fez el-Bali and the famous Andalusian quarter, which was founded at the end of the 9th century by more than one thousand Muslim families fleeing Spain. The itinerary has various routes: the Attarine Medersa, the Nejjarine square and fountain, the famous Karaouine mosque, the tanning and dyeing souks and the Fassi craft workshops. Lunch will be served in an Arab-Andalusian palace. Before leaving the medina to take a trip along the city bastions, we will visit the Bouannania Medersa. The afternoon route includes a stop at the northern Fortress to enjoy the bird’s eye view of the medina, a visit to the potters’ quarter, and finally a stop at the sovereign tombs of the Merinidi Dynasty where we can enjoy an unforgettable view of the white city. We may also visit the Dar Adiel museum

to see an exhibition of Andalusian musical instruments. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: FEZ AND CHEFCHAOUEN (290 KM) Breakfast and departure for Chefchaouen, a sacred city which boasts more than 20 mosques and sanctuaries. Founded to protect the people from Spanish and Portuguese invasions, Chefchaouen was a refuge for many Muslims and Jews fleeing Spanish persecution. Visit to the old medina and its casbah, the font of Ras el Maa, the waterfalls that surround the mosque of Cherafat, the fir forest at Telassemtane, and the Toughoubit cave. Long climb across the escarpments to reach the mosque of Jamaa El Kebir and its famous octagonal minaret. Walk along the narrow streets to admire the sparkling colors of the little blue and white houses, finished by a visit to the souk. Return in evening to the hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: CHEFCHAOUEN, TETOUAN AND TANGIER (120

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Breakfast and departure for Tetouan, “the daughter of Granada”, for its Andalusian military architecture which was erected to protect the city from the Portuguese settled at the fortified coastal cities (Safi, Essaouira, El Jadida,…). Departure for Tangier, arrival and rest in hotel before taking a walk along the panoramic roads. At evening, return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------DAY 5: TANGIER Breakfast and further visit to Tangier: Place de France, celebrated for the famous Grand Café de Paris, the market of Grande Socco Square, the square of the casbah, the spectacular octagonal minaret of the mosque, the Hafa Caffé, the Marshan quarter, the Roman tombs and the Great Mosque. After lunch, departure to reach Cape Spartel, its sandy beaches and Hercules’ Cave. Toward evening, return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------DAY 6: TANGIER, ASILAH AND RABAT (280 KM) Breakfast and visit to the little Asilah, fisherman’s town, noted for its marine salts. It fell into the hands of the Portuguese in the 15th century, and was then invaded by the Spanish before it was recaptured in the 17th century by

the Sultan Moulay Ismaïl. Visit to the old heart of the city with its little white houses and the famous port of Bab Homar, a round bastion decorated by the royal Portuguese coat of arms. Departure for Rabat after lunch. Relaxing evening in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------DAY 7: RABAT, MEKNÈS AND FÈS (200 KM) Breakfast and visit to the medina of Rabat with its bastions and unfinished mosque (Tour Hassan). Lunch before departing towards Meknès, Ismaelian capital (138 km), a UNESCO Heritage site. Visit to Dar Jamaï Palace, the ancient home of the vizier. Visit to the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismaïl, a rare mosque accessible to non-Muslims. Visit to the immense stables of Dar el Ma (“the House of Water”) and the basin of Agdal. After a quick lunch, we depart in the direction of Fez (60 km). Arrival in late evening, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -----------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast, transfer to airport (with boarding assistance) and departure.

FOR IMMERSION IN AN AUTHENTIC, EXCLUSIVE ARCHITECTURE * OUR LODGINGS Villa Tasca in Caltagirone Hotel Villa del Lauro in Ragusa B&B Palazzo del Sale in Siracusa Ortigia (or other structures of equal quality level)

03B C har ming locations in the heart of B aroque Sicily ------------------------------------------------------

Cultural Italy Sicily 8 days/7 nights Fly and Drive Tour Half board -----------------------------------------------------This is a journey among wonderful scenery and marvelous landscapes, enjoying Sicily’s most beautiful UNESCO Heritage sites. Your stay will include resorts and traditional 18th century renovated dwellings and charming manors. These palaces have maintained their authenticity while offering the best level of service and comfort. Generally located outside city centers but near most attractive areas, they are genuine examples of tranquility far away from bustling cities. Thanks to Sicily’s comfortable mild climate you will have an unforgettable experience. Come enjoy the beauty and the irresistible charm of the island.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival and car pick-up. Drive to Caltagirone (about 70 km) accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight. ----------------------------------------------DAY 2: CALTAGIRONE AND PIAZZA ARMERINA Discovery of Caltagirone, especially the famous steps of Santa Maria del Monte and the many handicraft shops scattered throughout the city. Do not miss Piazza Armerina and make sure to see the rare mosaics of the Roman Villa del Casale, one of the most important archeological sites of Italy. ----------------------------------------------DAY 3: RAGUSA AND SCICLI Transfer to Ragusa, accommodation in hotel. Visit to Ragusa Ibla, a Baroque city center with many impressive church facades, remarkable historical monuments, and narrow and fascinating alleys, and Scicli, a perfect example of Baroque style. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 4: MODICA Transfer to Modica, a well-preserved Baroque town with historically interesting monuments and beautiful scenery, as it is built on the steep faces of a cliff. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 5: SIRACUSA Transfer to Siracusa; accommodation in hotel. Visit to Siracusa, discovering its 3000 years of history and the island of Ortigia, with its enchanting streets and alleys. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -----------------------------------------------

DAY 6: NOTO Transfer to Noto, where you should not miss a city tour of the capital of Sicilian Baroque style and its impressive church facades and noble palaces. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: PANTALICA Transfer to Pantalica, the capital of an ancient Sicilian era, with an unforgettable, immense rural necropolis. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out, car drop off.

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SICILY UNESCO LOCATIONS ----------------------

Fly and Drive Tour Half board

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FOR THOSE WHO WANT TO BE IMMERSED IN FASCINATING CAMPANIA * OUR LODGINGS Hotel Conca Park in Sorrento (or structure of equal quality level)

04B Ma r velous Campania ------------------------------------------------------

Cultural Italy Campania 7 days/6 nights fly and drive tour half board -----------------------------------------------------This is a trip of discovery among some of the most interesting artistic and historical parts of Campania. Sorrento has a favorable position that lets us easily reach all of the proposed stops while staying on the amazing Amalfi Coast. Imagine savoring a Roman banquet full of traditional dishes, visiting the archaeological remains of ancient Poseidonia, that then became the Roman colony of Paestum, walking along the streets of Pompei and Ercolano, spending a day in Naples and strolling through the splendid Reggia di Caserta gardens. This is the ideal week for those who want to get better acquainted with the marvelous history and art of this region.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at the Naples airport, transfer to Sorrento and accommodation in the chosen hotel. Visit to city, dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------DAY 2: ARCHAEOLOGY AND CUISINE AT THE ANCIENT ROMAN VILLA OF STABIA Full day visit to the ancient Roman Villa of Stabia (according to availability, it will be possible to participate in a workshop of archaeology and food that will illustrate the culinary traditions of Ancient Rome). Lunch: traditional Roman banquet based on ancient dishes (only in May and June, upon request). Followed by a performance of Ancient Roman dancing and a visit to the laboratory at the Archaeological Campus. Return to Sorrento, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. ------------------------------------------------DAY 3: ARCHAEOLOGICAL REMAINS OF PAESTUM Departure for Paestum and visit to temples, archaeological area and the remains of Velia. Return to Sorrento, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. ------------------------------------------------DAY 4: POMPEI AND ERCOLANO Full day visit to the archaeological remains of Pompei and Ercolano. Return to Sorrento in evening, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -------------------------------------------------

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MARVELOUS CAMPANIA ----------------------

Fly and Drive Tour Half board ----------------------

DAY 5: NAPLES Departure for Naples and free visit to the city (upon request we can provide guided tours). We suggest: Reggia and the Museum of Capo di Monte, Palazzo Reale, Maschio Angioino (Castel Nuovo) … Return to Sorrento, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. ------------------------------------------------DAY 6: THE REGGIA DI CASERTA Visit to the Reggia di Caserta and its splendid gardens. Return to Sorrento in late afternoon, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. (Evening visits are possible upon request during the summer). ------------------------------------------------DAY 7: DEPARTURE Breakfast, transfer to the airport of Naples and check out.

FOR LOVERS OF THE FLAVORS OF HISTORY AND TRADITIONS * OUR LODGINGS Traditional manor house (“Masseria”) in the Murgia Tarantina (or structure of equal quality level)

05B P uglia Archaeology: From the Bronze Age to C r ispiano Gold ------------------------------------------------------

Cultural Italy Puglia 4 days/3 nights fly and drive tour half board -----------------------------------------------------This journey takes place in the heart of Puglia, immersed in an evocative natural landscape at the feet of the hills, just a short distance from the sea. The traditional manor homes of Crispiano offer guests a level of hospitality that can satisfy every need in total comfort. The area of Crispiano – best known for its hundred manor farms – is the ideal departure point for travelers who want to learn about the area’s archaeological history. We will stop at all the most important sites and visit the National Museum of Taranto, where the exhibited findings allow us to appreciate the history of these lands from the Prehistoric age through the Greeks and Romans up until Medieval times.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival, accommodation. Visit to the Lamastuola Manor tasting of traditional products. Overnight stay in manor house. ------------------------------------------------DAY 2: TRIGLIE Breakfast and visit to the town of Triglie (the Chapel of San Michele is especially worth seeing) and the archaeological exhibits at the Zona Cacciagualani. Return to Masseria for dinner and overnight stay. -------------------------------------------------

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PUGLIA ARCHAEOLOGY ----------------------

Fly and Drive Tour Half board ----------------------

DAY 3: NATIONAL ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM OF TARANTO Breakfast and departure for Taranto. Visit to the National Archaeological Museum and return to Masseria for dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out.

FOR LOVERS OF WELCOMING, TIMELESS CITIES * OUR LODGINGS Rùotolo Manor Farm in Cassano Murge Biomasseria Lama di Luna in Andria Hotel Sant’Angelo in Matera (or other structures of equal quality level)

06B Among the t reasures of P uglia and Basilicat a ------------------------------------------------------

Cultural Italy Puglia 5 days/4 nights fly and drive tour half board -----------------------------------------------------A trip between Puglia and Basilicata, lands inhabited by a population that has maintained its cultural identity based on solid traditions; its essential character is marked by hospitality, pride, obstinacy and determination. These are generous locales in which travelers can pass pleasurable, interesting days while staying in one of the most beautiful manor houses of the Murge. The route, designed to encapsulate the area’s cultural essence, covers varied stops: the historical center of Bari, known as Barivecchia, with its thousands of years of history; Trani and Barletta, cities of art with ancient origins; “beautiful, picturesque and evocative” Matera – as it was defined by Carlo Levi in “Christ Stopped at Eboli” – widely noted for its neighborhoods of historical caves, the first site in Southern Italy to be recognized with UNESCO Patrimony.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival in airport at Bari and transfer to the chosen lodgings. Dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 2: ALTAMURA AND MATERA Breakfast, departure for Altamura, excursion on the “Pulo” of Altamura with a theme of “morphology, geology, flora and fauna” and visit to the quarry of Lamalunga. Visit to historical center in the city. Worth seeing: the Romanesque-inspired cathedral that was constructed by Frederick II and dedicated to Assunta. In the afternoon transfer to Matera and visit to the city. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel at Matera. ----------------------------------------------DAY 3: BARI AND TRANI Breakfast and departure for Bari, visit to the city’s historical center with its well-regarded Romanesque monuments, including the Basilica of San Nicola, a Romanesque masterpiece by Pugliese architect. Transfer to Trani in afternoon and visit to the city of art. Dinner and overnight stay in nearby Andria in an enchanting manor house. -----------------------------------------------

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PUGLIA AND BASILICATA ----------------------

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DAY 4: ANDRIA AND BARLETTA Breakfast and visit to Andria and the Castello del Monte; afternoon transfer to Barletta. “Visit to the lovely churches and palaces of the historical center, noted for their historic and artistic importance.” Return to lodgings for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 5: DEPARTURE Breakfast, transfer to airport at Bari and departure.

FOR LOVERS OF FOLK MUSIC * OUR LODGINGS Villa Vittoria (Guardavalle) Agriturismo Simonello (Stignano) (or other structures of an equal quality level)

07B Tarantella power ------------------------------------------------------

Italy Calabria 6 days /5 nights last week of August tour accompanied by local guide half board -----------------------------------------------------This is a trip based on one of the most popular, hip southern dances of the past few years: the tarantella. In August of every year, Caulonia is host to Tarantella Power, an event that involves thousands of youths from all over Southern Italy. The entire Calabrese town is involved in the rhythms of this traditional dance. During these late summer days, Caulonia becomes a “laboratory” of rediscovery of folklore and traditional Calabrese culture through courses, seminars, concerts, parties, shows and dances. A journey in the lands of the South’s sounds and rhythms, an immersion in the music and traditions of Calabria.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival in late afternoon to Caulonia, accommodation in the chosen lodgings. The festival is open from 22:00 onwards. Dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the festival; dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the festival; dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the festival; dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------

DAY 5: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the festival; dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 6: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out. Excursions Fiumara Assi, Saint Ilario Monastery, Monte Stella Hermitage, Monte Consolino, Bivongi Waterfalls. Visits Historical center of Stilo, Monasterace Archaeological area, Monasterace Archaeological Museum, town of Monasterace, town of Caulonia.

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CALABRIA TARANTELLA FESTIVAL ----------------------

Tour accompanied by local guide Half board ----------------------

FOR THOSE WHO WOULD LIKE TO DIVE INTO A SOUTHERN ITALIAN CITY * OUR LODGINGS Agrituorism selected in the municipality of Diamante (or structure of similar quality level)

08B T he Hot P epper Festival on the "Rivi era dei cedr i" ------------------------------------------------------

Cultural, Food and Wine Italy Calabria 6 days/5 nights the first week of September fly and drive tour with possibility of local guide half board -----------------------------------------------------Every September for 15 years, the town of Diamante has hosted the Hot Pepper Festival. It is an international event where we can find literature, cinematography, art, installations, performances, street theater and satire – united in one evocative space. Hot pepper is an integral part of the history and gastronomic traditions of Calabria. Its red fire is a vital symbol of the South and its veracity. This is a spicy journey in the beautiful Cedri Riviera.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Diamante in late afternoon, accommodation in the chosen lodgings. The festival opens at 19:00. Dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the Festival; dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the Festival; dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the Festival; dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------

HISTORICAL CULTURAL 08B ----------------------

FESTIVAL ON THE “RIVIERA DEI CEDRI” ----------------------

Fly and Drive Tour with possibility of local guide Half board

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DAY 5: FESTIVAL Breakfast and free morning to go to the seaside. Afternoon excursion. From 19:00 onwards, participation in the Festival; dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 6: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out. Excursions Nature Reserve at the Argentino River, excursion on Dino Island with boat boarding from San Nicola Arcella, Praia a Mare and Cedro Museum (Santa Maria del Cedro). Visits Historical center of Scalea, the towns of Papasidero and Orsomarso, Murales Diamante, producers of Cedro, statue of Redentore (Maratea) and Romito Cave.

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01C. Salento by bike

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02C. Jeep tour of the Sila Piccola

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03C. Long week-end on Etna

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04C. Rafting on Pollino

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05C. Hiking on the High Atlas Mountains of Marrakesh

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06C. Week-end in the Protected Marine Area at Point Campanella

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07C. In 4x4 on the traces of the Tuareg

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08C. Gargano by bike

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09C. Jeep tour in the Serras

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Hiking on volcanoes: Etna and the Aeolian islands

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FOR PASSIONATE AND WELL-PREPARED CYCLISTS

01C

* OUR LODGINGS Carefully selected lodgings among the most fascinating manor homes and charming hotels of the Salento

Salento by bike --------------------------------------------------------

Nature Italy Puglia 8 days/7 nights bike tour possibility to reserve fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------An outstanding itinerary on two wheels through the breathtaking landscapes of Salento. As you cycle along the stunning seaside of Salento you will be impressed by local flavors and unique sceneries. The itinerary begins with the homeland of ‘Trulli’ that is the historical town of Alberobello, UNESCO heritage, and continues through the villages of Cisternino and Ostuni, among the most appealing historical villages of Italy. The next few stops include the mainland area of Salento, Francavilla Fontana, and the next day, Manduria, the homeland of Primitivo. During the last few days we will come across Gallipoli and the town of Santa Maria di Leuca. Here you may admire the fortification overlooking the sea at the tip of the heel of Italy, nicknamed by the ancient Romans Finis Terrae: The End of the World.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival and transfer to Trullidea Resort, a complex of trulli from the 1600s located in the historical center of Alberobello. Accommodation in hotel and overnight stay -------------------------------------------------DAY 2: ALBEROBELLO, CISTERNINO AND OSTUNI Breakfast and departure for Cisternino, important touristic site of Messapic origin, overlooking the Itria Valley on one side and the other one facing the adriatic coast. A picturesque landscape will accompany you throughout your journey in the ‘Trulli’ region. During the afternoon you will visit Ostuni, ‘the white town’ of Puglia: this is the most magical and typical ancient village of the region, recently rated ‘artistic town’ for its distinctive urbanization and architectural heritage. Dinner and overnight stay in the heart of Ostuni. -------------------------------------------------DAY 3: OSTUNI, FRANCAVILLA FONTANA AND MANDURIA Breakfast and departure. On the way to Manduria you will encounter Francavilla Fontana, a small captivating village located on the hills of the Murgia Tarantina. This is an agricultural area dedicated mostly to vineyards and fruit orchards. Dinner and overnight stay in a charming hotel in the heart of Manduria. -------------------------------------------------DAY 4: MANDURIA AND GALLIPOLI Breakfast and departure for Gallipoli. Your hotel is located on the golden sandy beach of Gallipoli surrounded by a lush pine forest and luxurious Mediterranean vegetation. You will have the chance to stroll along the narrow streets and church facades. The itinerary continues with the stops at the most popular beaches of the Ionian Sea: Lido Conchiglie, Santa Maria al Bagno, Santa Caterina and the Regional Park of Porto Selvaggio. Dinner and overnight stay at Gallipoli. --------------------------------------------------

NATURE 01C ----------------------

SALENTO BY BIKE ----------------------

Bike Tour possibility to reserve Fly and Drive Tour Half board ----------------------

DAY 5: GALLIPOLI AND SANTA MARIA DI LEUCA Breakfast and departure for the south of Salento, discovering the villages and the medieval architecture of Capo di Leuca. Finally we reach Santa Maria. Overnight stay in a 17th century ancient villa. ----------------------------------------------Day 6: Santa Maria di Leuca and Otranto Breakfast and departure for Otranto. Along the coastal road called ‘Terme Salentine’ you will visit Porto Trifase, Ponte Ciolo and a tremendous canyon filled with Mediterranean bush and wildlife facing the immense blue ocean near Santa Maria di Leuca. Reaching Otranto, you should not miss the historical city center of Otranto, comprised of narrow streets, and inviting courtyards. Don’t forget to take a look the famous castle, scene of one of the remarkable novels by Horace Walpole. Dinner and overnight stay in a hotel at Otranto. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: OTRANTO AND LECCE Breakfast and departure to Lecce. Following the coastal line, you will come across the Alimini Lakes and the enchanting beaches of Sant’Andrea, Torre dell’Orso, Roca Vecchia and San Foca. At your arrival in Lecce, capital city of the Baroque period, make sure you visit of the historical city center which boasts ancient churches and historical palaces. We suggest you to linger on the handicraft shops famous for their paper pulp products and handicrafts made from the local stone of Lecce. Dinner and overnight stay in the city center. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out.

FOR LOVERS OF UNCONTAMINATED FORESTS * OUR LODGINGS Albergo della Posta Villaggio Mancuso

(or structure of equal quality level)

02C Jeep tour of the Sila P iccola --------------------------------------------------------

Adventure Italy Calabria 8 days/7 nights tour with local guide, possibility to reserve fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------An amazing itinerary in the Piccola Sila Mountains: a 4 wheel drive tour by Jeep is a perfect way to discover an area of canyons, waterfalls, wonderful valleys and ancient trees. The itinerary includes the living adventure of the exploration of rough trails climbing on top of the mountains from the seaside up to the hills and then down again: once you can catch a glimpse of the panorama you will be stunned by the fascinating view of the Squillace Gulf. Explore the woods of the Sila National Park “Orme nel Parco” among green valleys, freshwater streams and unique wildlife. For those who are interested, the Adventure Park gives you the opportunity to train while experimenting with acrobatic activities on trees and in the wilderness. A total immersion into truly natural landscapes in one of the most untouched National Parks of Europe.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival in evening to Catanzaro, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: JEEP TOUR IN THE PRESILA Breakfast, departure for the ‘Canyon of the Dark Valleys’ and the high riverbeds where you will stop to have lunch and swim in the crystal clear waters. Afternoon visit to the ‘Good Giant’, a 400 year old chestnut tree. Continue on to an excursion to the Waterfall of Campanaro. Evening return to your hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: HIKING IN THE ETERNAL FOREST Breakfast and departure for the Eternal Forest, where you will visit the Ninpheas Waterfall, and will have a chance to relax and swim the clear blue waters. Visit to the Tronco Waterfall. Evening return to your hotel for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: ADVENTURE PARK “ORME NEL PARCO” (FOOTSTEPS IN THE PARK) Breakfast and departure for the Adventure Park, entrance and admittance to the activity courses. You may have lunch at the comfortable snack points located inside the park itself. In the evening return to your hotel dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 5: HIKING IN THE VALLEY OF TEINA RIVER Breakfast and departure for the plains of Tirivolo; hiking in the valley of the Tacina River where you may rest for a while. In the evening return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------

ADVENTURE 02C ----------------------

CALABRIA SILA PICCOLA ----------------------

Tour with local guide, possibility to reserve Fly and Drive Tour Half board

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DAY 6: HIKING ALONG THE SOLEO RIVER Breakfast , departure for a full-day hike along the Soleo river. In the evening return to your hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: HIKING ALONG THE UNBEATEN PATH OF THE MONACHESIMO DI PESECA Breakfast and departure for Monaco, hiking near the Peseca Abbey and the Litrello Waterfall. After you relax, you will leave for an afternoon hike at the Tower of the Baiolardo. In the evening you will return to your hotel where you will enjoy your dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out from hotel. End of all services.

FOR SPORTY TRAVELERS WHO LOVE LARGE-SCALE LANDSCAPES * OUR LODGINGS Residence Serra La Nave at Nicolosi

(or structure of equal quality level)

03C Long week-end on Etna --------------------------------------------------------

Adventure Italy Sicily 4 days/3 nights fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------An unprecedented itinerary carefully designed for nature lovers and for those who wish, even for a few days, to forget the bustling cities and plunge into Sicily’s quiet, natural landscapes. Four days on Mount Etna, one of the most important active volcanoes on the planet. You may take hiking excursions on site or practice your favorite sports such as cycling or horseback riding at the feet of this sleepy giant. The area surrounding the volcano offers interesting landscapes, featuring incredibly shaped lava stone, perfect for hiking and canyoning. The Sicilian volcano is a marvelous natural wonder that offers many different experience: you can customize your journey according to your personal preferences.

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ADVENTURE 03C ----------------------

SICILY ETNA ----------------------

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Fly and Drive Tour Half board

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Arrival in Catania, transfer to Nicolosi, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: ADVENTURE AND NATURE Breakfast followed by a choice among different sport activities: speleology, canyoning, mountain biking, river kayaking, off-road 4x4, horseback riding, alpine skiing, river rafting, free climbing, river trekking and Nordic skiing are just some examples of what you may experience. Return for dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------

DAY 3: ETNA EXCURSION Breakfast and Jeep tour on the Etna volcano. In the evening return to your hotel dinner and overnight. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR LOVERS OF NATURAL RAPIDS AND DEEPLY COLORED LANDSCAPES * OUR LODGINGS B&B Le Case del Nibbio at Morano Calabro (or structure of equal quality level)

04C Raf t ing on P ollino --------------------------------------------------------

Historical adventure Italy Calabria 3 days/2 nights fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------A week-end at Morano Calabro, one of Italy’s most beautiful historical centers, among the splendid valleys that surround the Pollino Mountains on the border between Calabria and Basilicata. In this area, the historical buildings were renovated with full respect to ancient culture and local traditions, and restored to their original appearance. During the mornings at Morano Calabro we will have breakfast at the feet of the Norman-Swabian Castle, savoring ricotta with berry jam; during the evening we can stroll along the alleys and streets of the town center. During the day, we will enjoy the natural resources of the National Park of Pollino: the rapids of the Lao river promise exciting, difficult rafting opportunities. This is a week-end of adventure and fun: the discovery of a historic, cultural identity of one Calabrese town and the extraordinary nature that surrounds it. p_89

DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Morano Calabro during the afternoon and accommodation in the chosen lodgings. The urban landscape, dense and intricate, makes Morano one of the most interesting historical centers in Calabria. The vision is one of a nativity scene, with the houses of architecture at the lowest point, red roofs and a maze of lanes that climbs toward the Castle. ----------------------------------------------DAY 2: RAFTING ON LAO RIVER Breakfast and departure for Laino Borgo to begin our sporting activity. If you would like to try something new, enjoy the nature, immerse yourself in an evocative landscape, this is the moment to jump into the team spirit: enjoy the rapids of the Lao river, through rafting courses that are exciting and challenging. Afternoon transfer to Papasidero and visit to the Romito Cave. Return to town in evening, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------

HISTORICAL ADVENTURE 04C ----------------------

CALABRIA ON POLLINO ----------------------

Fly and Drive Tour Half board

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DAY 3: PIANI DI RUGGIO AND MORANO CALABRO Breakfast and departure for the Piani di Ruggio, where we will admire the Bosnian pines. Afternoon transfer to Morano Calabro with a visit to the artistic town. Return to the lodgings for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR LOVERS OF WORLDS NEAR AND FAR

05C

* OUR LODGINGS Hotel Tichka Salam at Marrakesh Tent camp at Imsker Country house at Ikiss Tent or country house at Aremd Country house Tizi Oussem (or other structures of an equal qualitative level)

H ik ing on the High Atlas Mountains of Marrakesh --------------------------------------------------------

Nature Morocco The High Atlas Mountains of Marrakesh 8 days /7 nights tour accompanied by local guide full board -------------------------------------------------------At the gates of Africa, a few kilometers from Europe, we find a bridge between the Mediterranean and the Sahara. A land of contrasts and rare beauty, Morocco is a mystery worth discovering. A weeklong route ideal for those who enjoy hiking and athletic tourism, immersed in the extraordinary landscape of the Moroccan High Atlas Mountains. Between buttresses and small Berber villages, rocky plateaus and unexpected oases, the journey guarantees an authentic encounter with the land, the people and the culture of a magical territory.

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DAY 1: ITALY – MARRAKESH Arrival at Marrakesh, welcome in airport and transfer to hotel or riad. Dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: MARRAKESH, IMI OUGHLAD AND IMSKER Departure in private vehicle towards the High Atlas Mountains, along the ancient road towards Taroudant and Agadir. Along the first mountain buttresses we will see villages made of earth and stone. After 1 hour and a half, we will reach the staff and begin our hike, which will last about 2 hours. Breakfast, lunch and dinner in tent camp. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: IMSKER AND IKISS In the morning, departure along the valley that brings us towards the villages. The route lasts 4 hours and our arrival is expected in the early afternoon for the overnight stay in the country house. Here it will be possible to spend some hours with the valley’s inhabitants: we can assist in the baking of bread in wood-burning ovens and the dinner preparations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner in country house. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: IKISS AND AREMD Departure across the Tamatar pass at 2000 meters. Descent towards Imlil village and Aremd. This day gives us the opportunity to get to know some aspects of rural life: irrigation systems and terrace cultivation, which is created with great effort and demonstrates a great mastery of the mountain slopes and the role of water. This is a hike of about 4 hours with minimal gradients. Breakfast, lunch and dinner in country house or tent camp. ------------------------------------------------

NATURE EXCURSION 05C ----------------------

MOROCCO THE HIGH ATLAS MOUNTAINS OF MARRAKESH ----------------------

Tour accompanied by local guide Full board

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DAY 5: AREMD AND TIZI OUSSEM One last climb, of low difficulty, that will bring us across a 2400 meter pass. The descent towards the villages allows us another opportunity to immerse ourselves in rural life, pausing with the farmers and women, admiring the simple and solid architecture of the buildings that defy snow and rain. The mountain offers splendid contrasts between the red rocks and the intense green vegetation. 4 hour hike. Breakfast, lunch and dinner in country house. ----------------------------------------------DAY 6: TIZI OUSSEM AND MARRAKECH Breakfast and lunch in country house. We leave the villages and valleys and descend towards Imi Oughlad with a 4 hour walk. Return to Marrakesh. Open dinner, overnight stay in hotel or riad. ----------------------------------------------DAY 7: MARRAKESH After breakfast, guests have a free day to explore this city and its many secrets. Open dinner and lunch. Overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE After breakfast, transfer to airport and departure.

FOR EXPERT NATURE ADMIRERS WHO AREN’T AFRAID TO GET A LITTLE TIRED

* OUR LODGINGS Hotel Gardenia and Hotel Conca Park at Sorrento (or other structures of an equal quality level)

06C W eek-end in the P rotected Mar ine Area at P oint Campanella --------------------------------------------------------

Nature/adventure Italy Campania 4 days/3 nights fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------An unforgettable stroll among ancient pathways. In about 20 km2 of Lubrense territory, surrounded by a crystal sea, there is a thick network of old thoroughfares that can be traced as far back as 2000 years ago. Very few of these roads have been touched by man in recent years. Many others are still characterized by their original footpaths, mule tracks and dirt roads. To walk along these ancient paths is to enjoy the beautiful and natural landscapes of the Protected Marine Area of Point Campanella. You can see archaeological ruins, religious buildings and coastal towers that are expressions of a still-evocative past, of history and memories that burst forth from uncontaminated nature. This is a journey for expert hikers and walkers who aren’t afraid if tiring out a bit to reach the most beautiful parts of this nature reserve. p_97

DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at the Naples Airport, transfer to Sorrento and accommodation in the hotel. In the afternoon, an excursion to the Protected Marine Area of Point Campanella, choosing between evocative itineraries at Sorrento-Puolo and Regina Giovanna (ruins of Villa Marittima). Return in the evening for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: EXCURSION IN THE PROTECTED MARINE AREA OF POINT CAMPANELLA Breakfast. Excursion for hikers at a mid-high level, to choose between the following itineraries: Termini-San Costanzo-Punta Campanella-Santa Croce, Massa Lubrense-Marciano, Cave of the Fichi (Colli di San Pietro - Pozzo), Cafariello-Recommone. Return in evening for dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------

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DAY 3: EXCURSION IN THE PROTECTED MARINE AREA OF POINT CAMPANELLA

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CAMPANIA POINT CAMPANELLA ----------------------

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Breakfast. Excursion, to choose between the following itineraries: descent to Crapolla, Nerano Baia di Ieranto, Torca-Punta Sant’Elia, Termini Mitigliano, Fontanelle Hills and Tordigliano. Return in evening for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and morning in the utter serenity of this splendid corner of the Sorrentine peninsula. Before leaving, we advise a visit to the town centers of Massa Lubrense and Sorrento, where you can buy interesting craftwork by local artists.

FOR TRAVELERS SEEKING THE EMOTIONS OF A NOMADIC JOURNEY * OUR LODGINGS Hotel Atlas Hotel Kasbah Hotel Latis and Hotel Kenzi (or other structures of an equal quality level)

07C In 4x4 o n the t races o f the Tuareg --------------------------------------------------------

Cultural Morocco Central-Southern Morocco and the Atlas Mountains 8 days/7 nights tour accompanied by local guide possibility to reserve fly and drive tour full board -------------------------------------------------------A trip in Jeep to discover spectacular Southern Morocco, assisted by an expert guide of the region. The itinerary starts at the imperial city of Marrakesh and heads through the south, between desert lands and unexplored oases inhabited by the Tuareg (recognizable by their cobalt-blue head coverings). It is an adventurous route, unwinding among casbahs and souks, fortifications and a surprising, widely varying mountain landscape glimpsed from roads and unbeaten paths. You will experience the emotions of a free-spirited journey, learning about Berber culture and gaining a glimpse of fascinating places and peoples.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at the Marrakesh-Menara Airport with welcome. Transfer to hotel selected for the dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: MARRAKESH This day is dedicated towards the discovery of Marrakesh, the “pearl of the desert”. Morning visit to the sumptuous Bahia palace, the Dar Said Museum and the beautiful gardens of Menara and Agdal, famous for the ancient irrigation system. Lunch will be served in an Arab-Andalusian palace located in the heart of the medina. In the afternoon visit to the Medersa Ben Youssef, Koranic school dating back to the end of the 1500s, or the Museum of Marrakesh. You can lose yourself within the souk and end the day at the lively Jemâa el Fna Square, Unesco Heritage Site and the hidden soul of Marrakesh. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: MARRAKECH, TELOUET, AIT BENHADDOU AND BOUMALNE (400 KM, INCL. 50 KM OF DIRT ROAD) Here we begin our true journey of discovery in Southern Morocco. After crossing the High Atlas Mountains at Tichka pass, 2260 meters, we descend towards the casbah of Telouet. We pass through Ben Haddou, where we’ll eat lunch in front of the ksar, a palatial network of alleyways in the heart of the fortified village, which has been declared a UNESCO Heritage Site. We then depart towards the east, passing through Ouarzazate and the Skoura palm grove. Skirting the valley of Dadès, the town of roses, we will reach Boumalne, for our planned dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------

DAY 4: BOUMALNE, MSEMRIR, TINEGHIR (150 KM, INCL. 100 KM OF DIRT ROAD) Filling breakfast and departure for the gorges of Dadès, a maze of rock sliced apart by water, in which ancient casbahs decorate the stunning natural panorama. After lunch at Ait Oudinar, we depart in the afternoon heading towards the gorges of Dadès and Todgha, crossing a track and ending at 2600 meters in a canyon of magnificent beauty. Dinner and overnight stay in hotel at Tineghir. --------------------------------------------------------------DAY 5: TINIGHIR, ERFOUD AND MERZOUGA (215 KM, INCL. 55 KM OF DIRT ROAD)

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Breakfast and departure for Erfoud, by way of Tinjdad. Lunch is planned for Rissani, where we may even have the fortune to find the date market, the best of Morocco. We continue along a sandy track towards Merzouga. Traditional dinner under the starry sky and overnight stay at the tent camp. --------------------------------------------------------------DAY 6: MERZOUGA, ALNIF, TAZZARINE AND ZAGORA (400 KM, INCL. 95 KM OF DIRT ROAD) The magic of entering the shade behind tall dunes: a moment of utter peace in front of imposing nature. After a Berber breakfast at the feet of the dunes, we head towards Zagora, a journey made notable by its desert plateau and picturesque villages. Dinner and overnight in hotel at Zagora. --------------------------------------------------------------DAY 7: ZAGORA AND MARRAKESH, BY WAY OF OUARZAZATE (380 KM) Breakfast and departure heading towards Valle del Draa. Along the way it will be possible to admire one of Morocco’s most beautiful palm groves and the marvelous ksours that it incorporates. Lunch will be served at Ouarzazate. In the afternoon we will cross the High Atlas Mountains from Tichka Pass. Return to Marrakesh in the evening. --------------------------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast, departure and transfer to airport.

FOR CYCLISTS FASCINATED BY NATURAL LANDSCAPES

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* OUR LODGINGS Carefully selected hotels positioned near the arrival points of each daily route

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Nature Italy Puglia 8 days/7 nights fly and drive tour breakfast included -------------------------------------------------------A trip that introduces guests to the marvels of the Gargano by bicycle. We alternate between ascents and descents which include unexpected, stunning landscapes: forests, olive groves, vineyards, and seascapes. The itinerary includes a boat transfer to the pearls of the Gargano: the Tremiti Islands. On these small corners of paradise, guests can admire native species of flora and fauna and relax in emerald-colored waters. A trip designed for those who want to glimpse some of Puglia’s most evocative, renowned treasures, in some of the Mediterranean’s most exclusive locations.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Guests arrive individually at San Giovanno Rotondo, a historical city located on the Gargano. Bicycle pick-up. Accommodation in hotel and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO, VARANO LAKE AND RODI GARGANICO Breakfast and visit to San Giovanni Rotondo. We reccomend the Sanctuary of Santa Marie delle Grazie, the Capuchin Convent, where San Pio once lived and prayed, other town churches and the Grava di Campolato (a precipice that was excavated by an underground river). The route continues towards Varano Lake, with its fish-filled, salty waters: this is Italy’s biggest coastal lake. After a few steep curves on our descent, we will reach the sea and relax on a large sandy beach. Dinner and overnight stay at Rodi Garganico. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: TREMITI ISLANDS Breakfast and departure for the Tremiti Islands. The sea has molded the calcified stone of these islands, designing caves and small beaches. They were called the Islands of Diomede in ancient times, because legend tells us that this hero was buried here. For centuries the islands were inhabited by monks of various orders. Return to Rodi Garganico in evening, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: RODI GARGANICO, UMBRA FOREST AND PESCHICI Breakfast and departure for Umbra Forest. About 47 different species of orchid decorate this zone, in which we can also find Turkish oaks and beech trees that offer shelter to many wild animals: roe deer of the Umbra Forest, specimens of the last 3 surviving groups of “Italian roe deer”, wildcats, various species of woodpecker (some extremely rare), birds of prey such as the fascinating peregrine falcon, serpent eagle, and buzzard. It takes a climb to reach Peschici. Once we arrive at the peak, the atmosphere if this small city and its view of the sea and the Tremiti will certainly repay our efforts. Dinner and overnight stay at Peschici.

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DAY 5: PESCHICI AND VIESTE Breakfast and departure for Vieste. Inhabited up through the Paleolithic Age, Vieste boasts both coastal towers constructed as a defense against invaders and a small city facing the sea. Along the coast there are lovely marine caves worth visiting. Dinner and overnight stay at Vieste. -----------------------------------------------DAY 6: VIESTE AND MATTINATA Breakfast and departure for Mattinata. Mattinata boasts a unique position: famous for its small beaches, pebbles and the rocky walls overhanging the sea, it is located on a large plain of olives and almond groves, similar to a riverbed. Dinner and overnight stay at Mattinata. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: MONTE SAN’ANGELO AND SAN GIOVANNI ROTONDO Monte San’Angelo is the highest municipality in all of the Gargano – and more importantly, the richest in history. It is rendered unique by its stupendous panorama over the Manfredonia Gulf and the Tavoliere. Dinner and overnight stay at San Giovanni Rotondo. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR TRAVELERS WITH ADVENTUROUS SPIRITS

09C

* OUR LODGINGS Le Due Casette Agritourism at Isca Fondi dei Baroni Agritourism at Serra San Bruno Villa Vittoria Agritourism at Guardavalle (or other structures of an equal quality level)

J eep tour in t he Serras --------------------------------------------------------

Historical adventure Italy Calabria 8 days/7 nights tour with local guide possibility to reserve fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------We are pleased to offer the following itinerary among the Serre Mountains of Calabria riding a 4WD Jeep among waterfalls and woods: a myriad of fascinating, mysterious and undiscovered places. The itinerary includes varied routes. The ancient town of Isca facing the Ionian sea, strawberry bushes populating the Serre and the lake of Lacina. We continue along the steep, untouched paths facing the Gulf of Squillace, then reaching the historical city of Serra San Bruno and the Dolmen of Nardodipace. We will also see the monastery of Monte Stella overlooking the stunning scenery on the Consolino mountain and the Byzantine city center of Stilo. This is an itinerary for those who wish to plunge themselves into one of the most untouched natural sites of the whole Italian peninsula.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Late afternoon arrival at Isca and overnight stay in local manor houses or agritourism. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: START EXPLORING THE LOWER SERRE Breakfast and departure to the Galliporo river; rafting activities and visit of the Galliporo Waterfall. Afternoon visit to the Romito Waterfall. Transfer to Isca, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: HIKING AROUND THE LAKE OF LACINA Breakfast and departure for the Lacina Lake, continuing on to the ruins of the Castle of the Baroness Scoppa. In the afternoon, more hiking around the lake. Transfer to Serra San Bruno and accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: SERRA SAN BRUNO AND MONGIANA Breakfast and departure for the town and visit to the “carboniera”, the ancient coal plant. Afternoon transfer to Mongiana and visit to the ancient iron factories. Evening return to Serra San Bruno, dinner and overnight stay at hotel. -----------------------------------------------DAY 5: NARDODIPACE AND THE FERDINANDEA Breakfast and departure for Nardodipace for a visit to the famous geosites. Transfer in afternoon and visit to Ferdinandea. Evening transfer to Guardavalle, dinner and overnight stay in hotel.

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-----------------------------------------------DAY 6: MOUNT STELLA, BIVONGI AND STILO Breakfast and departure for the Stella mountains where you will have a chance to visit the monastery of the Madonna of the Stella Mountains (Star Mountains). Transfer late in the morning to the Bivongi waterfalls. Afternoon transfer to Stilo for an afternoon hike on Consolino Mountain. Evening transfer to Guardavalle, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: MONASTERACE Breakfast and departure to the archeological area of Monasterace for a visit to the ruins of the ancient town of Kaulon and the Archeological Museum. Evening transfer to Guardavalle ,dinner and overnight stay in hotel. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR WALKERS OF SURPRISING PLACES * OUR LODGINGS Carefully selected structures in the principal towns visited during the trip

10C H iking on volcanoes: Etna and the A eolian islands --------------------------------------------------------

Hiking Italy Sicily 8 days/7 nights fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------An encounter with Sicily’s three active volcanoes: Etna, Vulcano and Stromboli. A hiking trip of medium difficulty between evocative, almost lunar landscapes, and an exploration of extraordinary islands. You can gaze without obstacles to the horizon.

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DAY 1: CATANIA Arrival in Catania and accommodation at hotel in the city’s historical center. For art lovers, we suggest a visit to the beautiful churches and buildings of this Baroque city. In the late afternoon, return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 2: LIPARI Breakfast and transfer from the hotel to Milazzo (1 h 30 min). Hydrofoil for Lipari (1 h). Accommodation in the pension located in “Marine Corta” in the town’s historical center. Free time to visit the town or to take a relaxing excursion to the Springs of San Calogero, in the north-east of the island. Dinner and overnight stay on Lipari. -----------------------------------------------DAY 3: VULCANO (3 HOURS OF WALKING, GRADIENT: + 390 M – 390 M) Breakfast and morning hydrofoil to Vulcano island (10 min), one of the 7 Aeolian Islands which are celebrated for their black lava-sand beaches and volcanic phenomenon. Excursion to the crater of Vulcano to see the wisps of steam and admire the panorama, which includes the entire archipelago. During the afternoon guests can enjoy the black lava-sand beaches and the thermal springs. In the late afternoon, hydrofoil for Lipari. Dinner and overnight stay on Lipari. -----------------------------------------------DAY 4: LIPARI AND STROMBOLI (4 HOURS OF WALKING, GRADIENT: + 400 MT – 400 MT) Breakfast and possibility to pass the morning at the seaside or visit the island’s Archaeological Museum. In the early afternoon, hydrofoil for the island of Stromboli (1 h.). Free time to discover the beautiful black sand beaches of the island and visit the Vulcanology Center. At sunset, excursion to the “Sciara del Fuoco” to see the volcanic explosions and admire the force of nature. Dinner and overnight stay on Stromboli. ------------------------------------------------

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DAY 5: STROMBOLI (6 HOURS OF WALKING, GRADIENT: + 924 MT – 924 MT) Breakfast and free morning to go to the beach. Possibility of a boat trip around the island. Preparation for hiking, to be accompanied by the island’s guides, who are certified in vulcanology. Return to hotel in evening, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 6: STROMBOLI AND ETNA (1 HOUR OF WALKING, GRADIENT: + 100 MT – 100 MT) Breakfast and departure in hydrofoil in late morning from Stromboli to Milazzo (2 h). Transfer from the port of Milazzo to the southern slopes of Etna. Accommodation in hotel, at 1900 m altitude. Free time for a walk among the “Woodland” craters. Dinner in hotel with an emphasis on local products, overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 7: ETNA (7 HOURS OF WALKING, GRADIENT: + 1000 M – 1000 M) Breakfast in hotel and departure for a 2900 m altitude excursion (not permitted for travelers without a guide), during which you will discover the craters that opened up during Etna’s eruption in 2002/2003. Bird’s eye panorama of Sicily’s Ionian coast and the summit of Etna. Return, passing through the “Valle dell Bove”, a large basin which contains lava flows. Dinner in hotel and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------DAY 8 - DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

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01D. Long Weekend at the Murgo Winery

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02D. Among the chestnut groves of the Reventino

07D. Alghero and the Sella&Mosca Winery

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08D. Wineries of ancient Lucania

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03D. Wines of inland Campania

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09D. Librandi Winery

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04D. The wines of the “Val di Noto”

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10D. In the lands of Marsala

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05D. A good wine overlooking the sea: Procida and Furore

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11D. Wine and archaeology in the heart of Sulcis

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06D. The red lands of Salento

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12D. Enogastronomic tour between Trapani and Palermo

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FOR LOVERS OF SUNNY SICILIAN WINES

01D

* OUR LODGINGS Tenuta San Michele at Santa Venerina (or structure of an equal quality level) at Taormina

Long W eekend at the Murgo W iner y --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Sicily 4 days/3 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------An enogastronomic and cultural week-end at the Scammacca family estate in Murgo. The Scammaccas are an ancient noble family that arrived in Sicily with the Angioini at the end of the 12th century and settled in Catania. The estate is located in a privileged position on the slopes of Etna at an altitude of 800 meters above sea level. Since 1981 the Baron Emanuele Scammacca of Murgo, with the help of his sons, has been renewing the family tradition of winemaking. He is involved in every aspect of the work, from vineyard to cantina, to raise the quality of the wine. This is a week-end of discovery among traditionally Sicilian passions and flavors.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival, accommodation, dinner and overnight stay at the Tenuta San Michele at the Murgo winery. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: CANTINA MURGO Breakfast and visit to the Cantina Murgo including lunch and a tasting of typical products. In the afternoon we visit the estate, also noted for its production of oil, jams, and other native Sicilian products. -----------------------------------------------------

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DAY 3: EXCURSION ON MOUNT ETNA Breakfast and half-day excursion on Etna with lunch included. Return to the Tenuta, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast, optional visit to the city of Taormina and transfer to the airport for departure.

FOR LOVERS OF SUBTLE COLORS AND TRADITIONAL FLAVORS * OUR LODGINGS La Rosa nel Bicchiere at Soveria Mannelli (or structure of an equal quality level)

02D Among t he chestnut groves of t he Reventino --------------------------------------------------------

History, Food and Wine Italy Calabria 4 days/3 nights fly and drive tour half board -------------------------------------------------------A Jeep itinerary on the Reventino Mountains, a crest separating Sila from the Serre. Travelers will be immersed in an autumn landscape of mountains covered in chestnut forests, the favorite fruit of the season. Between chestnut festivals and multiple views of two seas – the Ionian and the Tyrrhenian – the Isthmus of Marcellinara, the most narrow point of Italy, is virgin soil ready for exploration.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival and accommodation in the chosen lodgings, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: TIRIOLO Breakfast and visit to the historical center of Tiriolo. We will make afternoon visits to the Archaeological Museum, the Museum of Traditional Costume and the traditional workshops of weaving and traditional scarves. Return in evening for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------

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DAY 3: BETWEEN MIGLIERINA AND SOVERIA MANNELLI Breakfast and departure for a Jeep excursion in the valley of River Amato. After a stop at Miglierina’s panoramic view, we will continue towards Soveria Mannelli, and make a visit to the historical Leo Woolen Mill and a sunset excursion on Mount Reventino. Return to the agritourism in the evening for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and check out

FOR THOSE WHO APPRECIATE THE PERFUMES OF THE BEST DOC WINES * OUR LODGINGS Aquapetra Resort & Spa or Salae Domini at Montepugliano (or structure of an equal quality level)

03D Wines o f inland C ampania --------------------------------------------------------

Wine and Food Italy Campania 6 days/5 nights fly and drive possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------The wines of Campania offer an interesting history, as we enjoy through this itinerary along the path of the Aglianico, the typical grape of this area. This is an experience between flavor and history within Campania, in search of exciting innovations.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at the Borgo Montepugliano Telese Terme and accommodation at the Aquapetra Resort & Spa, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: FONTANAVECCHIA CANTINA Breakfast and departure for the Fontanavecchia Cantina at Torrecuso. Torrecuso is the land of Aglianico DOC; this hilly territory extends from the shores of the Calore River to the slopes of Mount Pentime in the Taburno district, including the Torre Palazzo. The land is sunny and ideal for wine cultivation. During the day, we will taste wines and traditional local products. After visiting the vineyard we will return to the hotel in late afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: AZIENDA AGRICOLA BENITO FERRARA Breakfast, departure for Tufo and visit to the Benito Ferrara winery and farm. The winery historical roots, dating back to the early 1900s. The winery has handed down through generations an innate love for the work and an avant garde system, permitting the production of renowned wines, known and appreciated throughout the most demanding markets of the world. Our visit to the winery includes a tasting of wines and traditional products. In the late afternoon, return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: ANTONIO CAGGIANO CANTINA Breakfast, departure for Taurasi and visit to the Antonio Caggiano Cantina. The territory of Taurasi, historical town of Aglianico, is the point of reference to know and appreciate the great wines from Irpinia. The prized Antonio Caggiano Cantina transforms the grape into the only red DOCG wine of Campania: the Taurasi. During the visit we will taste wines that are characterized “the highest average of the region” by Italy’s Wine Guide by Gambero Rosso. Dinner and overnight stay in the selected Agritourism at Taurasi.

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Fly and Drive tour, possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: SALVATORE MOLETTIERI AND I VINI DI FEUDI DI SAN GREGORIO CANTINAS Breakfast, departure for Montemarano and visit to the Salvatore Molettieri Cantina. This vineyard has a tradition of winemaking that has been handed down through generations. Each year the family’s original agricultural expertise has been enriched by increased knowledge and specialization in the winemaking sector, along with a continuous renovation and growth in production. In the afternoon, it will take about 40 minutes to reach the I Vini dei Feudi di San Gregorio Cantina at Sorbo Serpico for a tasting of traditional products. The winery is beautiful to behold, especially for those who love both wine and art. In a large room we can admire hundreds of well-ordered barriques, while the black building dominates the scene. In the late afternoon, return to the agritourism for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------------DAY 6: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO TRAVEL HIDDEN ROADS TO UNDERSTAND AGRICULTURAL SECRETS * OUR LODGINGS Hotel La Corte del Sole at Noto Antica Stazione at Chiaramonte Gulfi, and Baglio Pollicarini at Enna (or other structures of an equal quality level)

04D The wines of the "Val di Noto" --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Sicily 7 days/6 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------The south-east of Sicily boasts the most influences from Ancient Greece, along with a lasting Medieval tradition, which divided the region into valleys. This is an itinerary dedicated the famous Val di Noto, offering a selection of indigenous wines located in hot arid lands a short distance from the sea.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Noto, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: CANTINA PLANETA BUONIVINI Breakfast and departure for the Planeta Buonivini winery. The four Planeta wineries are located in three different provinces along an imaginary line that crosses southern Sicily from east to west: Noto, Vittoria, Sambuca and Menfi. During the visit to the winery at Noto there will be a tasting of traditional local products. Return to hotel in evening, dinner and overnight stay in Noto. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: RAGUSA Breakfast and visit to the city of Ragusa. Lunch and afternoon transfer to Chiaramonte Gulfi, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: CANTINA GULFI Breakfast and visit to the Gulfi winery to taste traditional products and experiment with the local cuisine. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay at Chiaramonte Gulfi. -----------------------------------------------------

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DAY 5: CANTINA MAURIGI AND PIAZZA ARMERINA Breakfast, city visit and transfer to the Maurigi winery. The Budonetto Estate of the Conti Maurigi is a spit of land belonging to the district of Piazza Armerina. In the southwest of the estate, between pastures, orchards and olive groves, we find the baglio, a monastery from the 15th century. It was restored by Francesco Maurici. After the tasting and winery visit, we go to the hotel in Piazza Armerina for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 6: ENNA Breakfast and departure for an optional visit to Enna, the outlook point of Sicily due to its elevated position. In fact, Enna is the capital of the highest province of Italy and thanks to this distinction, it is possible to enjoy incredible views. Dinner and overnight stay at Enna. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 7: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure for Catania.

FOR LOVERS OF EXTREME WINES * OUR LODGINGS La Vigna Hotel at Procida Furore Inn Resort at Furore (or other structures of an equal quality level)

05D A good wine ov erlook ing t he sea: P rocida and Furore --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Campania 5 days /4 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------A journey among the superb landscapes and outstanding vineyards of the Amalfi Coast and the islands of Campania.This area boasts an impressive winemaking tradition: Ginestra, Pepella, Ripolo and Fenile, for the whites. Piedirosso, Sciascinoso and Tintore, for the reds and rosè. These are evocative names for prized wines, ideal for diverse tastes and varied circumstances.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Open arrival at Procida, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: FIRST DAY OF TASTINGS Breakfast and departure for Ischia and the Casa d’Ambra winery. Choice between two different itineraries: Casa D’Ambra Itinerary Visit to the winery and the farming museum; wine tastings accompanied by local meats and cheeses. Frassitelli Vineyard Itinerary Visit to this traditional vineyard for its special panoramic position, 500 meters above sea level. Trip in monorail along 700 meters between terracing and dry stone walls. Aperitif at the lookout point and tastings of Casa D’Ambra wines accompanied by small culinary specialties of the island. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------FOOD AND WINE 05D ----------------------

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DAY 3: FURORE Breakfast and departure for Furore. Free day, return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: CANTINA GRAN FUROR DIVINA COSTIERA DI MARISA CUOMO Tasting of wines and traditional local products at the Cantine Gran Furor Divina Costiera di Marisa Cuomo. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE THE SALENTO AND RED, STRONGLY PERFUMED WINES * OUR LODGINGS Well-selected Hotel 3 or 4 stars

06D T he red lands of Salento --------------------------------------------------------

Food and wine Italy Puglia 5 days /4 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------Salento brings to mind vineyards and excellence in quality: it is especially worth noting the superb Negroamaro wine, which dates back as far as Ancient Greek culture. This itinerary ranges along the extreme southern point of Puglia: Salento is a 100 km-long strip of land reaching from the hills in the Murge area until Cape Leuca. Attentive travelers will be stunned by the beauty presented by the red soil, the fascinating history, the vineyards facing the eastern sea and the olive-colored plains.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LECCE Arrival at the airport of Bari or Brindisi, rental car pick-up, transfer to Lecce’s historical city center, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: COPERTINO AND CANTINA MASSERIA MONACI Breakfast. We begin our visit at the Cantina Masseria Monaci, a family-run winery belonging to the wine expert Severino Garofano. The wine cellar dates back to 1945 and it is part of an estate called Masseria ‘Li Monaci’. Wine tasting and sampling of the regional dishes will take place on site. In the evening transfer, dinner and overnight stay in selected lodgings. -----------------------------------------------------

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Fly and Drive tour, possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

DAY 3: SALICE SALENTINO AND CANTINA CANTELE Breakfast and departure for the Cantele Cantina where you will have the chance to sample local wines. Lunch in the winery and visit to the vineyards. Return to your hotel in the evening, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: SALICE SALENTINO AND CANTINA LEONE DE CASTRIS Breakfast and departure for the Leone de Castris estates. Wine tasting and local traditional food sampling in the winery. In evening, dinner and overnight stay in hotel. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: LECCE Breakfast and departure for Lecce, visit to the marvelous Baroque-style churches and historical buildings. Transfer and departure

FOR THOSE WHO SEEK PEACE IN A GOOD WINE * OUR LODGINGS Hotel Villa Las Tronas in Alghero (or structure of an equal quality level)

07D Alghero and the Sella&Mosca W iner y --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Sardinia 3 days/2 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------This is an ideal destination for lovers of good food and wine, not to mention culture. Alghero is located in an environmentally fascinating area that includes the Natural Park of Port Conte and the Marine Reserve of Cape Caccia Isola Piana, famous for its coral. The historical center of the city, known as a small Barcelona with its architecture and evocative alleyways, is a small jewel embedded in the Sardinian landscape.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival in Alghero and accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: SELLA&MOSCA WINERY Breakfast and departure for the Sella&Mosca Winery. Visit to the enoteca and upon reservation, visit to cantina (built in the early 1900s) and the museum. The excellent wines of Sella&Mosca are the most refined expressions – known and appreciated on an international level – of the Mediterranean wine tradition. The vineyard has chosen to perfectly mirror the two souls of this island: the traditional side, tightly tied to the land, and the sunny, Mediterranean side. Return to hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------

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Fly and Drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

DAY 3: CITY VISIT AND DEPARTURE Breakfast and visit to the city. We especially advise you to visit the Cathedral of Santa Maria from the mid16th century. Possibility of a relaxing beach visit. Departure.

A JOURNEY FOR REFINED PALATES * OUR LODGINGS La Maddalena Agritourism at Venosa (or structure of an equal quality level)

08D Winer ies of ancient Lucania --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Basilicata 6 days/5 nights Individual fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------This is a Food and Wine itinerary based in Basilicata that brings travelers into contact with the best local wine producers. Among the included wineries there is Elena Fucci, offering one of the best Aglianico wines in the region, with spicy, menthol nuances and cherry and blackberry perfumes; Paternoster, a winery that has been producing high quality wine since 1925 from grapes such as Aglianico del Vulture, Moscato, Fiano, Malvasia and Falanghina; the Cantine del Notaio, a winery that produces three red wines (a red, a rosé, and a spumante) and a sweet white, obtained from the faded grapes of the Moscato and Malvasia vines, which are traditionally cultivated in the Vulture area. A journey for refined palates that represents the culinary riches of ancient Lucania.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Evening arrival at Venosa and accommodation in the chosen lodgings for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: ELENA FUCCI DI CONTRADA SOLAGNA WINERY Breakfast and visit to the Elena Fucci Winery at Contrada. Tastings and lunch at the winery. Return to agritourism in evening for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: PATERNOSTER VINI WINERY Breakfast and visit to the Paternoster Vini Winery at the Contrada Valle del Titolo. Tastings and lunch at the winery. Return to agritourism in evening for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------

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Fly and Drive tour, possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

DAY 4: CANTINA DEL NOTAIO Breakfast and visit to the Cantina del Notaio at rio-nero in the Vulture area. Tastings and lunch in winery. After a quick rest in the afternoon, visit to the winery with a particular emphasis on viniculture. Return to hotel in evening for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: CASA VINICOLA D’ANGELO Breakfast and visit to the Casa Vinicola D’angelo & Figli at Rionero in the Vulture area. It features some of the best examples of wines made from Aglianico grapes. Tastings and lunch in winery. Return to hotel in evening for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 6: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR TRAVELERS WHO WANT TO DISCOVER A NEW WINE THROUGH HISTORY * OUR LODGINGS Suffeudo Agritourism at Pozzello (or structure of an equal quality level)

09D Librandi w iner y --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Calabria 4 days /3 nights Individual fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Itinerary requires guests’ own car/rental car full board -------------------------------------------------------A long week-end of immersion amongst the beautiful vineyards that slope inland from the sea at the Librandi Winery. Here there is a large range of regional, indigenous grapes. We especially note the Gaglioppo, the most important red grape of the area, along with the lesser noted Magliocco, White Mantonico, White Greco and Arvino. The Librandi Cantina has researched and cultivated these grapes for years, creating one of the most relevant projects in Italian wine-making. This tour is a return to the origins of wine, a window upon a territory that never stops enchanting, surprising – and inebriating – travelers.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at airport, transfer to Cirò Marina and accommodation in the chosen lodgings, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: FIRST DAY OF TASTINGS Breakfast in agritourism and departure for the Librandi Winery. Among the different grapes, we especially note the Gaglioppo, known as the “black prince”, which represents the glory of these lands of Ciró wine. This is an indigenous grape, cultivated for millennia; featuring an elongated bunch with luminous reddish reflections, it is a direct descendant of the grape that produced Crimissa, one of Italy’s most ancient wines. Lunch at the winery and afternoon visit to the vineyards. Return to agritourism in evening for dinner and overnight stay.

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Fly and Drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: SECOND DAY OF TASTINGS Breakfast in agritourism and morning visit to the vineyards for an interview with the Librandi oenologist, a tasting of wine and traditional products, and lunch in the winery. This second day is especially dedicated to the exploration of the vaious indigenous grapes that were rediscovered thanks to the Librandi Winery’s intensive research. Return to agritourism in evening for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: DEPARTURE Breakfast and departure.

FOR THOSE WHO LOVE SUNNY MEDITERRANEAN WINES * OUR LODGINGS Stelle d’Italia Hotel at Marsala (or structure of equal quality level)

10D In the Lands of Marsala --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Sicily 7 days/6 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------Thanks to its extraordinary climate, Sicily has an age-old tradition of wine cultivation: here we can find prized grapes characterized by unparalleled sensory characteristics. Now we visit the land of Marsala wine, alternating between temples and vineyards, with intense flavors and fishing villages. This is a door between two worlds: the deep blue of Phoenician Mozia and the Egadi Islands, and the green of the cultivated vineyards along the coast and further inland.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival in airport at Palermo, transfer to Marsala, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: CANTINA DUCA DI SALAPARUTA Breakfast and departure for Cantina Duca di Salaparuta. Tastings of typical products, lunch in the winery and an afternoon visit to the vineyard. Return to hotel in evening, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: CANTINA DI DONNAFUGATA Breakfast in hotel and departure for the Cantina di Donnafugata, tastings of wine and traditional local products. Donnafugata was founded in Sicily by a family that has always believed in the extraordinary oenoligical potential of the land; they have 150 years of experience in producing high-quality wines. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: CANTINE DI RALLO Breakfast and departure for the Cantine di Rallo in a 19th century baglio that covers an 2.5 hectare extension on the seashore. The baglio is a historical architectural expression of the local rural economy. Tasting of wine and traditional products, lunch at the winery and afternoon visit to the vineyard. Return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: VINI FODERÀ Breakfast and departure for the winery of Vini Foderà, a very interesting spot from a winemaking point of view. The family-run vineyard is managed with passion by Antonino Foderà, who carries out vinification and refinery in a cellar recently renovated with respect to the environment. Tasting and lunch in winery, afternoon dedicated to vineyard visit and relaxation. Return in evening to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ------------------------------------------------------

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SICILY ----------------------

Fly and Drive tour, possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

DAY 6: CANTINA PELLEGRINO Breakfast and departure for a visit to the Pellegrino Cantina. Founded in 1880 thanks to the business acumen of a family of wine-passionate notaries, in just a few years Pellegrino was able to make itself known as one of the most important, flourishing wineries in Marsala, a distinction which has lasted until the current day. Tastings of wine and traditional products in the winery, return to hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 7: DEPARTURE Breakfast and possibility to visit the city of Marsala before departure.

FOR TRAVELERS WHO SEEK TRACES OF ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS * OUR LODGINGS Hotel Corte Le Palme B&B Sardinia Domus (or other structures of an equal quality level)

11D Wine and archaeology in the heart o f Sulcis --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Sardinia 5 days/4 nights fly and drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour full board -------------------------------------------------------Located in the heart of Sulcis, Santadi boasts a variety of rare characteristics. Originating in the Medieval era, the town bases its economy on agriculture. It has a strong tradition of winemaking that has brought it to the top of the sector in Italy and the world. This is a high-level food and wine itinerary, with an archaeological addition.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival in airport, transfer to Sant’Anna Arresi, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: WINERIES OF SANTADI Breakfast and visit to the vineyards and wineries of Santadi, noted for the Terrebrune Carignano of Sulcis, a masterpiece of richness and expression. Tasting and return to Sant’Anna Arresi for dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------

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Fly and Drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

DAY 3: SANT’ANTIOCO Breakfast, visit to the city of Sant’Antioco and the archaeological zone. Evening transfer to Cagliari, accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 4: CANTINA ARGIOLAS OF SERDIANA Breakfast, departure for Serdiana and visit to the Argiolas Winery. Family-run – and currently involving 4 different generations – the winery exports throughout the world. The winery is exemplary for its approach to wine cultivation, which involves the traditions and ancient arts of winemaking, combined with industrial, modern management. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: CAGLIARI AND DEPARTURE Breakfast and possible visit to Cagliari before departure.

FOR LOVERS OF INDIGENOUS WINES OF ROBUST QUALITY * OUR LODGINGS Duca di Castelmonte Farm/Agritourism at Trapani Villa Cefalà Agritourism at Palermo (or other structures of an equal quality level)

12D Enogastronomic tour between Trapani and Paler mo --------------------------------------------------------

Food and Wine Italy Sicily 5 days/4 nights Fly and Drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board -------------------------------------------------------An enogastronomic route from the westernmost area of Sicily between the provinces of Palermo and Trapani, visiting young, innovative wineries that use highly-regarded native vines from this severe, sun-scorched landscape. This is a trip of intense, decisive character.

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DAY 1: ARRIVAL Arrival at Trapani and accommodation in hotel, dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 2: FIRRIATO CANTINA Breakfast and departure for the Firriato Cantina. This is the birthplace of the idea of wine as an expression of the territory, of the wind and sun that dominate these lands, the natural elements which wine growers use in order to produce quality grapes. During the visit, we will taste wines and traditional products. During the afternoon, re-entry at Trapani for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 3: PALERMO Breakfast and transfer to Palermo, one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful cities. City visit, dinner and overnight stay. -----------------------------------------------------

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Fly and Drive tour possibility to assume a food and wine expert for the duration of the tour Full board ----------------------

DAY 4: CUSUMANO CANTINA Breakfast and departure for the Cusumano Winery. The complex is located within a 19th century baglio; along with wine production it serves as a site for Sicilian cultural promotion, through initiatives ranging from readings, exhibits and projections. Visit to the new wine cellar and Vinification area at Partinico, located in a traditional baglio from the late 19th century. The spaces within the classic baglio are destined for wine tastings. In the late afternoon we return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay. ----------------------------------------------------DAY 5: DEPARTURE Breakfast, morning dedicated to shopping in Palermo, departure.