MICHELANGELO S ITALY A range of exciting cultural, gastronomic and active tours for groups 2016

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1 MICHELANGELO S ITALY A range of exciting cultural, gastronomic and active tours for groups 2016 New group tours from the Italian Masters The only Italian Incoming Tour Operator to be ISO certified by the independent German organization TUV Nord.

2 Welcome We are delighted to present a wide range of suggestions for group tours to Italy. Our programmes are as diverse as the country itself,and cover the wide range of interests of the travelling public. We feature it all, from the snowy peaks of South Tyrol and the Dolomites right down to fiery Sicily, and reveal the cultural wealth of Italian cities and the fascinating scenery that shape the country from the mountains to the Mediterranean Sea. Whether it be active or music trips, weekend getaways, round tours, or stays in the metropolis of Rome - the Michelangelo Specials catalogue provides a wealth of opportunities to explore the whole of Italy, enabling your clients to experience all its exciting facets. Our catalogues and excellent and comprehensive Italy guide, nsure that our clients have all the necessary information at their disposal to create memorable tours for their clients. Our awardwinning team are on hand to look after you every step of the way. Come with us and discover Bella Italia for yourself. Lorena and Lorenzo Risatti with the innovative Michelangelo team Content page About us... 3 Michelangelo activo... 4 Our Website... 5 Bank Holidays... 5 Classico Trentino & South Tyrol... 6 Lake Garda with Verona & the Dolomites... 8 Lake Garda, Venice & Verona Lake Como Lake Maggiore Flower & French Riviera The Gulf of poets & the Cinque Terre Veneto & Friuli Tuscany Tuscany & Umbria Rome: Holy Year Sorrento and Amalfi Coast TOUR Rome and Sorrento TOUR Tour of Apulia TOUR Fascinating Sicily Botanico The gardens of Lake Maggiore & Lake Como The magical gardens and parks of Northern Italy TOUR The Villas And Gardens of Tuscany Maestro Opera festival Arena di Verona Opera at the magnificent La Fenice Theatre in Venice Milan and La Scala Opera House st Puccini Festival in Tuscany: Torre del Lago Evento Fishing Festival in Camogli and the Fishing Villages The Camellias in bloom Truffles, olive-harvest, wine and pasta Wine Festival in Tuscany Cherry Blossom Festival in Vignola Welcome Content

3 About us Why book your package tour in Italy with us? Fixed group allocation Quality tested hotels Group rates from 18 pax Free places Value added services Flight packages 24/7 Assistance Overnight stays Fixed group-allocations in more than 300 hotels (3* and 4* category) from the Dolomites to Sicily All our hotels are regularly visited and quality-tested by our experienced Contract managers. Our selection of properties is guided by the following key criteria: value for money, location, room amenities, professional management and their sales potential. Our groups rates are valid from just 18 paying people. One free place for each 18 full-paying people (the 1st in a single room; the 2nd in half a twin). We seek to offer special, value-added services for our clients at each property to allow you to differentiate your offer including a welcome drink (a glass of prosecco or white wine), porterage, and tea or coffee after dinner. We can also offer all programmes as flight-inclusive packages. 24/7 Michelangelo local client-support in the most important destinations. Professional local assistance in the most important destinations and 24 hours telephone assistance, 365 days a year. If you require overnight stays en route to Italy, we can also include these in our packages. We have a wide selection of hotels in key locations such as Belgium, France, Germany and Austria to give you the opportunity to choose the best stopover and property for your group. Michelangelo International Travel was founded February 8th Creative competence Over 60 motivated and creative employees ensure successful trips for you. Reliability Fixed group-allocations in more than 300 hotels all over Italy. Product variety We introduce 6 themed tour products for the English-speaking markets: Classico, Activo, Gusto, Maestro, Botanico, Evento. Quality assured Michelangelo is the only Italian Incoming Tour Operator to be ISO certified by the independent German organization TUV Nord. Commitment Our entire management-team has been with the company since its founding. Consolidated know-how Our annually updated and awardwinning 400-page Italy Guide, provides a comprehensive reference guide for our partners. Valued partner More than 800 companies operate over 4000 group trips with us in Michelangelo International Travel S.r.l. I Riva del Garda (TN) Via Monte Misone 13/b Tel.: Fax: Michelangelo International Travel S.r.l. in the USA Mr Aldo Caronia 346 N. Crooked Lake Ln - Lindenhurst, IL, aldo.caronia@michelangelo.travel Toll Free number: Michelangelo s Italy 2015 About us 3

4 Michelangelo activo Hiking Tours Cycle and E-Bike Tours 2016 The Current Trend... Active travel with Michelangelo Michelangelo... the art of travel XXXX For small groups too! 1 telephone fax Hiking Tours We offer delightful hiking tours in the most beautiful regions of Italy and its neighbouring countries. Our hiking tours are suitable for all who enjoy physical exercise and are accompanied by an experienced hiking tour guide. Every guest will receive a free pair of activo hiking poles. E-Bike Tours E-bikes offer more casual cyclists an added boost with the built-in electric motor, which can help take the strain and allow you to enjoy the countryside. Our programmes allow you to tap into the E- bike boom enabling you to offer exciting new and less energetic tours to would be cyclists. We take care of every detail, from planning the routes, to providing e-bikes and recharging stations, right through to providing experienced cycling tour guides, who will accompany your clients. Cycling Tours Our cycle tours allow your guests to explore both popular destinations and those off the beaten track hidden gems on two wheels. They are suitable for all those who enjoy cycling on well-maintained bike paths and quieter side roads, while discovering the most beautiful countryside on their own bikes. It is not just sport though, as we balance the cycling with enjoyable cultural experiences and culinary delights to provide a perfect holiday experience. 4 Michelangelo activo

5 Our Website is the definitive source of information for group tours in Italy Keeping you constantly informed online! Our dedicated Online Guide is there to help you plan and operate excellent tours to Italy Our website is regularly updated by our tour professionals and provides information and the latest rates for a wide range of services of interest to tour operators. Examples of such information include updates on local tourist-taxes, information on coach permits in a range of cities and tourist areas and specific tourist information by region. In addition you can access our latest offers and directly send off a quote enquiry. Take a look, it will be worthwhile! Click on the tabs Italian Operator Guide and Service to access a wealth of helpful information. Bank Holidays in Italy in 2016 Please bear the following dates in mind when planning your trip. Travel on or over these days and you will need to reckon with more traffic, congestion at motorway toll-booths, large crowds in museums, and much busier ferries In addition, numerous celebrations are held in honour of the respective patron saints 1 January... New Year s Day 6 January... Epiphany 27/28 March... Easter Sunday and Monday 25 April... Liberation Day 1 May... Labour Day 2 June... Republic Day 15 August... Assumption Day 1 November... All Saints Day 8 December... Immaculate Conception 25 December... Christmas Day 26 December... Boxing Day Turin, Genoa, Florence Jun (John the Baptist) Milan... 7 Dec (St. Ambrose) Venice April (St. Mark) Bologna... 4 Oct (St. Petronius) Naples Sep (St. Gennaro) Bari... 6 Dec (St. Nicholas) Palermo Jul (St. Rosalia) Rome Jun (St. Peter) Siena... 2 Jul and 16 Aug (Horse races) Trieste... 3 Nov Telefon Fax Our Website Bank Holidays 5

6 Trentino & South Tyrol Piping down the valleys wild 6 days from only 249,- Dolomites The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival A Day in the Majestic Dolomites Drive through the romantic Val d Ega to the Costalunga Pass Stop at beautifully set Lake Carezza at the foot of the Latemar mountain-chain Continue past the Rose Garden-group into the Fassa Valley and up to the Pordoi Pass to take in the fabulous views Over the Sella Pass into the Val Gardena, and a stop for a stroll in St. Ulrich A visit to Trento with a chance to sample the local sparkling wine A local city guide will bring you closer to the history and art of this city, including a visit to the Romanesque Cathedral Follow with a sensory visit to a sparkling wine-manufacturer with tasting of the Italian champagne The South Tyrolean Wine Road - from Lake Caldaro to Bolzano Drive to Lake Caldaro, beautifully set between vineyards and forests Stroll through the enchanting wine-producing village of Caldaro with its lively market-square In Bolzano the fascinating old-town with its arcades and fruit-market await you Experience beautiful Lake Garda Today you will take a boat-ride from Riva del Garda to Limone, a much-loved tourist spot Onward boat-ride to Malcesine, a picturesque village set on the eastern shore of the lake Free time and journey back to the hotel with your coach Departure 5 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 5 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 3 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course 1 x typical Trentino dinner drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out free parking for the bus at/near the hotel 1 x full-day guided tour of the Dolomites 1 x 2-hour guided tour of Trento 1 x visit to the Ferrari wine cellars including tasting of the Italian champagne 1 x full-day guided tour to the South Tyrolean Wine Road and Bolzano 1 x boat ride from Riva del Garda to Limone 1 x admission to the lemon garden in Limone 1 x boat ride from Limone to Malcesine Dolomites 6 Trentino South Tyrol

7 Bio Hotel Elite Levico Terme Eco-friendly BIO Hotel Tour of the Dolomites Trento Bolzano & Lake Caldaro Lake Garda mi 38 mi 100 mi 94 mi Sun 17 April 274,- Fri 29 April 284,- Sat 21 May 284,- Mon 12 Sept 284,- Sat 17 Sept 284,- Sat 24 Sept 279,- Single room supplement... 74,- the hotel is situated in a quiet area of Levico Terme, next to a thermal spa, and just a few steps from the town-centre 45 rooms with telephone, hairdryer, satellite TV, safe, air-conditioning restaurant, lounge bar, TV room, lift, free internet cafe, terrace and large garden directly at the hotel Parc Hotel Du Lac Levico Terme One of Trentino s most popular hotels Directly on the lake Tour of the Dolomites Trento Bolzano & Lake Caldaro Lake Garda mi 38 mi 100 mi 94 mi Mon 25 April 329,- Tue 3 May 344,- Sat 8 Oct 314,- Thu 13 Oct 314,- Double room for single use supplement... 89,- the hotel is directly on the lake in Levico Terme. The town centre is 0.6 mi away and the thermal spa is about 0.4 mi away 51 rooms with telephone, satellite TV, WI-FI and air conditioning restaurant, wellness area Il Lago with Finnish sauna, infra-red sauna, relaxation area, Turkish bath, multi sensory showers, beauty spa, private beach area with direct access to the lake, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools (heated in Spring and Autumn) directly at the hotel Hotel des Alpes Molveno Brenta Dolomites scenery Hotel with wellness-centre the hotel is set in an enviable position right on Lake Molveno and very close to the centre of the village 32 rooms with telephone, flat screen TV, safe und balcony, with lake-view or view of the Dolomites bar, restaurant with panoramic views, lounge and reading room, lift, terrace overlooking the lake, and garden directly at the hotel Tour of the Dolomites Trento Bolzano & Lake Caldaro Lake Garda mi 56 mi 94 mi 62 mi Mon 25 April 249,- Sat 30 April 249,- Mon 12 Sept 274,- Sat 24 Sept 259,- No single supplement until 5th May Single room supplement in September... 59,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Trentino South Tyrol 7

8 Lake Garda with Verona & the Dolomites When mountains wrap blue waters 6 days from only 249,- Malcesine The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Verona Drive to the romantic city of Romeo and Juliet, and discover the most important sights of the medieval old-town with a local guide. Lake Garda tour Drive along the eastern shore of the lake with its many picturesque villages, accompanied by a local tour guide A stop may be made in Bardolino, Malcesine or Garda End the day with a visit to Sirmione, set on a peninsula at the southern end of the lake Trento & wine-tasting A local city guide will bring you closer to the history and art of this city, including a visit to the Romanesque Cathedral Guided visit of an ancient castle s cellar including wine tasting Brenta-Dolomites, Val di Non and a fruit-farm First stop at the Nardis Waterfall, whose cool water gush down 130 metres Continue to Madonna di Campiglio, the popular resort in the Brenta Dolomites Pass through the Val di Sole, then on to the Val di Non with its countless orchards End the day with a visit to a fruit-producer and sample some excellent apple-juice Departure 5 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 5 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 4 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course salad buffet with all dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Verona 1 x full-day tour guide for the Lake Garda excursion 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Trento 1 x visit to Castel Pietra including wine-tasting with small snack 1 x full-day tour guide for the Brenta Dolomites excursion 1 x visit to a fruit-farm with sampling of apple-juice Other suggested excursions Venice Mantua & Sigurtà Park Padua & Vicenza Castles and lakes in Trentino Lake Ledro, with snack in a mountain hut and Picco Rosso Schnapps 8 Lake Garda

9 Grand Hotel Riva Riva del Garda Top position in the centre of Riva and directly on the lake Verona Lake Garda Trento & wine tasting Brenta Dolomites 105 mi 94 mi 50 mi 100 mi Mon 28 March 284,- Sun 17 Apri 299,- Fri 13 May 349,- Fri 30 Sept 334,- Wed 12 Oct 304,- in the old-town of Riva del Garda, at the start of the pedestrian area with its enchanting little alleys. On the promenade, just 0.4 mi from the beach 77 rooms with telephone, satellite-tv, safe, hairdryer and airconditioning/heating panoramic restaurant on the top floor, bar, lounge, 2 meeting rooms, lift and sun-terrace at the former bus-station Stazione Vecchia 0.1 mi from the hotel (extra charge) Double room for single use supplement ,- Club Hotel La Vela Torbole sul Garda Verona Lake Garda Trento & wine tasting Brenta Dolomites mi 94 mi 50 mi 100 mi Only rooms in the main building under contract Evening dinner at the main restaurant Tue 29 March 249,- Sun 03 April 249,- Wed 13 April 249,- Sat 28 May 324,- Sun 25 Sept 304,- Tue 25 Oct 249,- near the lively centre of Torbole and the promenade 57 rooms with satellite-tv, air-conditioning, most rooms have balcony large swimming pool, restaurant, bar, internet-point, lounge and lift public, 0.2 mi from the hotel (extra charge) Double room for single use supplement... 99,- Hotel Olivo Arco Very good internet reviews Ideal for evening strolls in the centre Verona Lake Garda Trento & wine tasting Brenta Dolomites mi 97 mi 50 mi 100 mi Thu 12 May 324,- Wed 25 May 299,- Wed 11 July 324,- Wed 07 Sept 299,- Single for supplement... 64,- in the old-town of the popular health-resort Arco 33 rooms with telephone, satellite-tv, internet-access and airconditioning. Some rooms have balcony restaurant, bar, pizzeria and wellness area (extra charge) with fitness-room approx. 0.2 mi from the hotel, either at the cemetery or across the River Sarca (foot-path back to the hotel) Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Lake Garda 9

10 Lake Garda, Venice & Verona An Italian romance 6 days from only 259,- Sirmione The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Verona and afternoon stop in Sirmione Drive to the romantic city of Romeo and Juliet, and discover the most important sights of the medieval old-town with a local guide On the return journey stop in Sirmione, set on an peninsula at the southern end of Lake Garda Mantua and the Sigurtà Park Drive to Mantua situated on the River Mincio and enjoy a tour there with a local guide You will then visit the world-famous Sigurtà Park Venice Visit the romantic lagoon city of Venice with its breath-taking architecture Boat-ride from Tronchetto Coach Park to the centre of Venice Walk with the tour guide to the Rialto Bridge Bergamo and Lake Iseo Take the funicular up to the old-town of Bergamo and walk to Piazza Vecchia, where the Cathedral, Baptistery, Church of Santa Maria Maggiore with the Colleoni Chapel and the Palazzo della Ragione will all greatly impress you Continue to Lake Iseo and stop in the medieval town of Iseo Departure 5 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 5 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 4 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course salad buffet with all dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Verona 1 x full-day guided tour of Mantua and the Sigurtà Park 1 x entrance to the Sigurtà Park 1 x full-day tour escort for the Venice excursion 1 x boat-ride from Tronchetto Coach Park to the centre of Venice and back 1 x full-day tour escort for the Bergamo and Lake Iseo excursion 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Bergamo 1 x funicular-ride in Bergamo up to the old-town Other suggested excursions Lake Iseo, Franciacorta and wine-tasting Borghetto, Valeggio and tortellini Brescia and Cremona Milan 10 Lake Garda Veneto

11 Parc Hotel Gritti Bardolino Verona & Sirmione Mantua Venice Bergamo & Lake Iseo 68 mi 81 mi 185 mi 142 mi One of the most prestigious grouporientated 4* hotels on Lake Garda Directly on the promenade Daily use of the indoor pool and fitnessroom by the Lido di Mirabello beach, just a short stroll from Bardol. centre 260 rooms with telephone, satellite TV, safe, minibar, air-conditioning and hairdryer 3 bars/cafès, 4 restaurants, swimming-pool, gardens, beach with snackbar, changing-rooms, wellness-area, indoor pool, 2 whirlpools, Roman thermal bath, hay-bath, treatment rooms, solarium, steam-bath drop off & pick up at the hotel, public coach park 0.5 mi from the hotel Mon 04 April 424,- Sat 09 April 484,- Wed 26 Oct 424,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Park Hotel Casimiro Village San Felice del Benaco Lovely setting directly on the lake Free use of the indoor pool Verona & Sirmione Mantua Venice Bergamo & Lake Iseo mi 100 mi 224 mi 124 mi surrounded by a park and set directly on the lake approx. 2 miles from Salò, the hotel-complex comprises a main building connected to side buildings 200 standard rooms or rooms with lake-view, all with satellite TV and telephone reception, bar, piano-bar, refined restaurants, indoor pool, wellnessarea (extra charge) with beauty-treatments, sauna, solarium, whirlpool at the hotel Mon 11 April 274,- Sun 01 May 314,- Sat 21 May 354,- Sun 29 May 334,- Fri 03 June 319,- Sun 09 Oct 279,- Mon 14 Oct 259,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Hotel Maraschina Peschiera del Garda Verona & Sirmione Mantua Venice Bergamo & Lake Iseo 55 mi 62 mi 185 mi 124 mi Under new management from 2015 Directly on the lake No single room supplement Sun 08 May 274,- Wed 25 May 294,- Wed 20 July 324,- Fri 09 Sept 304,- Sun 18 Sept 294,- Mon 03 Oct 274,- set directly on the lake between Peschiera and Sirmione, approx. 2.8 mi away from each 35 rooms with bath or shower/wc, telephonr, satellite TV, hairdryer and air-conditioning Lovely garden directly on the lake with pool, restaurant, bar, and lift free of charge at the hotel No single room supplement Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Lake Garda Veneto 11

12 Lake Como Villas and glamour along the lakeshores 5 days from only 244,- Lenno The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Como and Lugano Drive to Como: visit the main sights, such as the Cathedral, the Broletto Town Hall, and Piazza Cavour In Lugano enjoy the flair of this sunny Swiss health-resort Bellagio and Menaggio: the prettiest villages on the lake by boat towards lunch-time, boat-ride to the most famous spot on Lake Como, Bellagio. Free time and then on by boat to Menaggio. Milan Walking tour to the world-famous La Scala Opera House, the elegant Vittorio Emanuele II shopping-gallery, and the imposing gothic Cathedral topped with thousands of statues and pinnacles Departure 4 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 4 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 3 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course salad buffet with all dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x full-day guided tour of Lake Como and Lugano 1 x boat-ride to Bellagio and Menaggio 1 x full-day tour guide fort the excursion to Bellagio and Menaggio 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Milan Other suggested excursions Bergamo and Lake Iseo Bernina Express Tirano-St. Moritz Visit to the Alprose Chocolate Museum in Caslano near Lugano Visit to the botanical Garden of Villa Carlotta Veranna 12 Lake Como

13 Hotel Il Corazziere & La Casa del Mulino Merone Stylish country-hotel Drinks included with Farewell Dinner Como and Lugano Bellagio and Menaggio Milan 62 mi 75 mi 62 mi Thu 12 May 294,- Thu 26 May 294,- Thu 09 June 294,- Fri 30 Sept 294,- Thu 06 Oct 294,- set between Como, Lecco and Milan, not far from the railway-station 72 rooms with Wlan-internet, WI-FI, satellite Sky-TV, minibar, airconditioning, telephone, hairdryer, radio and safe restaurant, garden, veranda, small wellness-area (extra charge) with bio-wellness-shower, sun-terrace, sauna and fitness-room at the hotel Single room supplement... 74,- Hotel NH Pontevecchio Lecco in the centre of Lecco, on the banks of a lovely corner of Lake Como 111 rooms with hairdryer, cortesy-set, air-conditioning, minibar, radio-alarm, telephone, satellite and pay-tv. Some rooms have lake-view international and traditional Italian cuisine, 7 conference-rooms, lift accessible for the disabled, WIFI, internet-area and sun-terrace in front of the hotel Como and Lugano Bellagio and Menaggio Milan 90 mi 94 mi 80 mi Hotel directly on the lake and in the town-centre Renowned international hotel-chain Fri 06 May 349,- Fri 20 May 349,- Wed 01 June 349,- Fri 10 June 349,- Thu 07 July 339,- Thu 14 July 339,- Thu 04 Aug 339,- Thu 01 Sept 349,- Thu 22 Sept 349,- Thu 22 Sept 349,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Hotel Bazzoni & Du Lac Resort Cadenabbia Como and Lugano Bellagio and Menaggio Milan 31 mi 12 mi 100 mi directly on Lake Como and close to the ferry-jetty 140 rooms with satellite TV, safe, minibar, telephone, and hairdryer 2 Lifts, American Bar,Garden, Terraces Pool and Restaurant about 0.3 miles from the Hotel (free) Only lake view rooms under contract Wonderful position directly on the lake Ferry-jetty just 50 metres from the hotel Wed 06 April 244,- Wed 27 April 309,- Thu 12 May 339,- Wed 08 June 339,- Wed 06 July 339,- Sun 04 Sept 339,- Mon 25 Sept 309,- Sun 02 Oct 284,- Sun 09 Oct 284,- Single room supplement... 59,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Lake Como 13

14 Lake Maggiore Feeling like a royal 5 days from only 269,- Isola Bella The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Ascona and Locarno Enjoy the Mediterranean climate in Locarno with its quaint old-town and lovely parks In the afternoon continue to the neighbouring spa-resort of Ascona, once a fishing-village but now the home of artists and high society Borromean Islands and Stresa You will reach Isola Bella with its sumptuous Baroque palace and beautiful gardens by private boat On Isola dei Pescatori you will discover a picturesque fishing-village with its original dwellings In the afternoon you will have time to stroll around the famous health-resort of Stresa with its elegant promenade and pretty old-town Lake Orta Orta has maintained much evidence of the past with its beautiful palaces, Baroque churches and ancient towers You will reach the picturesque island of San Giulio by boat and discover a place rich in mysticism Departure 4 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 4 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 3 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course salad buffet with all dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x full-day tour guide for Ascona and Locarno 1 x half-day tour guide for the Borromean Islands 1 x private return boat-ride to Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori 1 x entrance to the Palace and Gardens on Isola Bella 1 x full-day tour guide for Lake Orta 1 x boat-ride from Orta to the island of San Giulio and back Other suggested excursions Milan Wine-tasting with snack at a winery to the south of Lake Orta 13,- per person Lunch on Isola dei Pescatori from 19,- per person Cookery-lesson on an estate near Lake Orta from 15,- per person 14 Lake Maggiore

15 Grand Hotel Majestic Verbania/Pallanza Ascona and Locarno 50 mi Borromean Islands no bus needed Lake Orta 73 mi Free entrance to the wellness-area with indoor pool Wonderful location, right on the lake, Private boat-jetty One of the best hotels on Lake Maggiore directly on the lake, between Verbania and Stresa 120 rooms with satellite-tv, telephone and minibar restaurant, spacious lounges, several banqueting and conferencerooms, snack-bar, American-Bar with panoramic terrace, heated indoor pool, fitness-studio, sauna, tennis court and private beach public near the hotel Sun 17 April 349,- Sun 01 May 399,- Mon 16 May 399,- Sun 28 Aug 399,- Sun 04 Sept 399,- Sun 18 Sept 399,- Fri 30 Sept 399,- Thu 13 Oct 349,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Hotel Milan Speranza au Lac Stresa Hotel Miralago Verbania Intra Ascona and Locarno 68 mi Borromean Islands no bus needed Lake Orta 37 mi in the centre of Stresa, on the promenade opposite the boat-jetty 160 rooms with hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, and air-conditioning 2 lifts, bar, restaurant, lounge, conference-rooms, terrace and tennis courts approx. 100 metres away public approx. 0.1 mi from the hotel (extra charge) Ascona and Locarno 50 mi Borromean Islands no bus needed Lake Orta 37 mi directly on the promenade of Lake Maggiore, close to the boat-jetty and 5 minutes walk from the centre 45 rooms with hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV and safe restaurant with lake-view, banqueting room, bar, lounge, TV room and lift. A public swimming pool, tennis courts and a golf-course are all close by guests may be dropped off and picked up at the hotel. Public coach park approx. 0.3 mi from the hotel (currently free of charge - Summer 2015) Hotel in the heart of Stresa Boat-jetty to the Borromean Islands directly in front of the hotel Sun 03 April 304,- Sat 16 April 304,- Wed 20 April 314,- Sun 1 May 359,- Mon 16 May 359,- Sun 19 June 359,- Wed 27 July 344,- Wed 24 Aug 344,- Fri 09 Sept 359,- Tue 13 Sept 359,- Fri 30 Sept 359,- Wed 05 Okt 344,- Single room supplement... 74,- Hotel in a lovely position in the centre Right by the boat-jetty to the Borromean Islands Wed 27 April 274,- Sun 01 May 289,- Thu 05 May 334,- Mon 09 May 289,- Sun 22 May 289,- Wed 17 Aug 269,- Mon 03 Oct 289,- Single room supplement... 69,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Lake Maggiore 15

16 Flower & French Riviera Scents of luxury 5 days from only 184,- Monaco The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival San Remo and Ligurian hinterland Drive to San Remo, the main town on the Riviera of Flowers, famous for its sumptuous parks, palm-lined promenade, elegant shopping streets, and casino Continue inland to the medieval village of Dolceacqua with its narrow alleys and hidden corners Nice and Cannes after a guided tour in Nice you will pass by the harbour and the luxury Hotel Negresco to the colourful flower-market on to Cannes, the resort of the Jet-Set, with its lovely harbour and picturesque old-town Menton and the Principality of Monaco Drive to the famous town of lemons, Menton, with its extensive beaches and inviting old-town Continue to the glamorous Principality of Monaco, with its casino and luxury yachts, dominated by the Royal Palace and Cathedral Departure 4 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 4 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 2 x 2-course dinners with choice of starter & main course 1 x typical Ligurian dinner salad buffet with all dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x full-day tour guide for Sanremo and Ligurian hinterland 1 x full-day tour guide for Nice and Cannes 1 x full-day tour guide for Menton and Monaco Other suggested excursions Genua & Portofino Bordighera & Pallanca Exotic Garden The Palm Riviera: Alassio & Albenga 16 Liguria

17 Hotel Cannes Palace Cannes Very good value for money Sanremo & Dolceacqua Nice & Cannes Menton & Monaco 130 mi 44 mi 87 mi Sun 17 April 359,- Sat 04 May 359,- Wed 25 May 374,- Sun 11 Sept 374,- Thu 15 Sept 374,- Wed 28 Sep 359,- Sat 08 Oct 359,- in a residential area of Cannes, close to the famous Croisettepromenade 165 rooms with telephone, satelltite TV and free WiFi-access Outdoor pool with sun-terrace (Summer only), meeting rooms, bar and restaurant on the road behind the hotel Single room supplement... 49,- Hotel Metropol Diano Marina Fantastic location with wonderful sea-view Lovely outdoor pool Sanremo & Dolceacqua Nice & Cannes Menton & Monaco 75 mi 161 mi 105 mi Sat 09 April 239,- Wed 13 April 239,- Thu 12 May 284,- Thu 19 May 259,- Sat 24 Sept 259,- Wed 28 Sept 259,- just 200 metres from the promenade and the town-centre 57 rooms with hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe, minibar and air-conditioning lift, bar, restaurant, lounge, swimming pool, sun-terrace, park and private beach (reached by steps or shuttle-bus) at the hotel Single room supplement... 79,- Hotel Villa Igea Diano Marina Lovely outdoor pool Just a few steps away from the beach Sanremo & Dolceacqua Nice & Cannes Menton & Monaco 75mi 160 mi 105 mi Fri 01 April 184,- Wed 13 April 184,- Sun 17 April 184,- Wed 04 May 224,- Sat 21 May 199,- Wed 25 May 224,- Sun 05 May 224,- Mon 19 Sept 199,- Sat 01Oct 199,- surrounded by greenery in a residential area of Diano Marina, approx. 80 metres from the sea 48 rooms with hairdryer, satellite TV, safe, telephone and free WI-FI lift, lounge, reading-room, American Bar and garden guests may be dropped off and picked up at the hotel, public coach park approx. 700 metres from the hotel Double room for single use supplement... 59,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Liguria 17

18 The Gulf of poets & the Cinque Terre A poem of cliffs and houses 5 days from only 294,- Vernazza The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Cinque Terre You will take the train from Levanto to Riomaggiore with its characteristic houses squeezed between the rocks On by boat to Manarola and after a short visit continue by boat to Monterosso In the afternoon return by train to Levanto Lerici and Portovenere - The Gulf of Poets by boat Lerici lies idyllically on the Gulf of Poets and its winding streets invite you to window-shop By boat to Portovenere with its backdrop of the beautifully coloured houses Your bus will await you in La Spezia Santa Margherita Ligure, Villa Durazzo and Park, and Portofino Morning walk around the beautifully set Baroque Villa Durazzo and its wonderful park On by boat to the fashionable seaside resort of the rich and famous, Portofino Return by boat to Santa Margherita Departure 4 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 4 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 4 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x excursion to the Cinque Terre incl. full-day guide, train-ride Levanto - Riomaggiore, boat-ride Riomaggiore - Manarola and Manarola - Monterosso, train-ride Monterosso - Levanto 1 x full-day tour guide for Lerici and Portovenere 1 x boat-ride Lerici - Portovenere - La Spezia 1 x coach-permit for Lerici 1 x full-day guide for Santa Margherita, Villa Durazzo and Portofino 1 x entrance to Villa Durazzo 1 x boat-ride Santa Margherita - Portofino - Santa Margherita Other suggested excursions Genua & Aquarium Basilica dei Fieschi, Sestri Levante and Rapallo 18 Liguria

19 Hotel Santa Maria Chiavari Excellent reviews from our clients Cinque Terre Lerici & Portovenere Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino 31 mi 93 mi 31 mi Sun 17 April 294,- Sun 08 May 304,- Sun 05 June 324,- Sun 12 June 324,- Wed 28 Sept 289,- Double room for single use supplement ,- on the coast just 0.2 mi from the promenade in Chiavari and 0.4 mi from the old-town, between Portofino and the Cinque Terre 36 rooms with garden or sea-view, minibar, air-conditioning, hairdryer, TV with LCD-screen and free Sky-chanels lounge, large restaurant, bar, garden and sun-terrace park approx. 0.1 mi from the hotel Hotel Stella Del Mare Chiavari Hotel in the centre of Chiavari Excellent reviews from repeated guests Cinque Terre Lerici & Portovenere Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino 31 mi 93 mi 31 mi Sun 29 May 314,- Sun 18 Sept 314,- Mon 03 Oct 304,- Fri 07 Oct 304,- Single room supplement... 74,- in the centre of Chiavari, very near to the sea 61 rooms with telephone, satellite TV, hairdryer, safe and airconditioning (on request, extra charge) lift, restaurant, bar, lounge, sun-terrace, billiards room and small fitness-room guests may be dropped off and picked up at the hotel Public coach park approx. 0.6 mi from the hotel Hotel Tigullio Et De Milan & Jolanda Santa Margherita Ligure Excellent position in the centre and close to the sea Cinque Terre Lerici & Portovenere St. M. Ligure and Portofino mi 105 mi 9 mi in the heart of S.ta Margherita Ligure, near the elegant streets of the town, and sea, between Portofino und Rapallo rooms with hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, WLAN-connection, minibar, air-conditioning and safe bar, restaurant, lounge-areas and lift guests may be dropped off and picked up at the hotel Public coach park approx. 0.6 mi from the hotel Wed 04 May 344,- Sun 08 May 344,- Sun 22 May 344,- Wed 09 June 349,- Sun 18 Sept 329,- Sun 25 Sept 329,- Fri 07 Oct 319,- Tue 11 Oct 319,- Single room supplement... 74,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Liguria 19

20 Veneto & Friuli Sparkling flavours of the North 6 days from only 269,- Rialto Bridge in Venice The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Venice by boat By boat from Punta Sabbioni to the lagoon city of Venice. You will discover the main sights including St. Mark s Square and the Rialto Bridge with a local guide Trieste and Miramare Castle The port-city of Trieste offers an original mix of cultures and architectural styles,and its magnificent Piazza dell Unità is quite overwhelming Miramare castle is perched with its beautiful gardens on a promontory by the sea Udine and San Daniele ham Visit to Udine with the beautiful Piazza della Libertà, the Cathedral with frescoes by Tiepolo and the Loggia del Lionello, which is reminiscent of the Doge s Palace In San Daniele you will enjoy the aromatic sweet juicy ham Treviso and Prosecco Wine Road Stroll through the pretty town of Treviso with its branched waterways and interesting buildings Drive along the Prosecco Wine Road Visit to a winery with tasting Departure 5 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 5 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 4 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course (no choice in 3* hotel) 1 x traditional Venetian dinner (only in 4* hotels) drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out free parking for the bus at/near the hotel 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Venice 1 x boat-ride from Punta Sabbioni to Venice and back 1 x full-day guide for Trieste and Miramare 1 x entrance to Miramare Castle incl. headphones 1 x full-day guide for Udine and San Daniele 1 x ham-tasting in San Daniele 1 x full-day tour guide for Treviso and Prosecco Wine Road 1 x wine-tasting with snack on the Prosecco Wine Road Other suggested excursions Chioggia and Pomposa Abbey Bassano del Grappa, Marostica and Villa Sandi Vicenza and Villa Contarini Padua and the Brenta Riviera Visit to a Ventian villa with wine-tasting 20 Veneto Friuli

21 Apogia Hotels Bibione Hotels directly on the sea-front and close to the centre Trieste 124 mi Venice 93 mi Udine 86 mi Treviso,Prosecco Wine Road 136 mi directly on the sea-front and close to the centre all rooms have air-conditioning, hairdryer, safe, minibar, satellite TV and telephone, most have a balcony. swimming pool, private beach, lounge-areas, TV-room, restaurant and Bar at the hotel Sat 21 May 339,- Thu 26 May 339,- Tue 31 May 344,- Sun 05 June 359,- Fri 10 June 359,- Wed 15 June 369,- Mon 20 June 374,- Single room supplement... 89,- Hotel Salus Lido di Jesolo Excellent position directly on the sea-front Trieste Venice Udine Treviso,Prosecco Wine Road mi 28 mi 147 mi 75 mi Thu 05 May 334,- Fri 13 May 334,- Thu 02 June 374,- Thu 09 June 349,- Sun 19 June 409,- Thu 08 Sept 339,- Thu 15 Sept 334,- Tue 20 Sept 334,- Fri 30 Sept 334,- ideal position in Lido di Jesolo, directly to the beach, in the heart of the main shopping-street in Jesolo 72 rooms with air-conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, telephone, safe and hairdryer restaurant, lift, bar, swimming pool and lounge-areas public, approx. 0.1 mi from the hotel Single room supplement... 69,- Hotel Grottamare Lido di Jesolo Trieste 180 mi Venice 28 mi Udine 142 mi Treviso,Prosecco Wine Road 75 mi in the pedestrian-area of Lido di Jesolo, close to the beach 47 rooms with telephone, satellite TV, hairdryer, air-conditioning, and WLAN internet connection restaurant, lift, bar and terrace public coach park in front of the hotel Very good hotel: in the pedestrian-area, close to the sea-front Excellent value for money Thu 28 April 269,- Mon 16 May 269,- Sat 21 May 269,- Thu 02 June 299,- Tue 07 June 299,- Thu 08 Sept 299,- Tue 13 Sept 269,- Wed 05 Oct 269,- Single room supplement... 59,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Veneto Friuli 21

22 Tuscany Full immersion of the senses 7 days from only 344,- Tuscany landscape The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Florence A visit to this cultural metropolis on the River Arno with its Cathedral, Bell Tower, Baptistery, Palazzo Vecchio and wonderful Ponte Vecchio is a must Fishing villages of Lerici and Portovenere Drive to La Spezia and boat-ride to Lerici Continue by boat to Portovenere, the Port of Venus Your coach will await you in La Spezia Lucca and Pisa Pisa is world-famous for the Leaning Tower: the Square of Miracles offers impressive architectural monuments Visit to the charming town of Lucca with its Cathedral, Church of San Michele and well preserved city-walls Volterra with alabaster-workshop and San Gimignano In San Gimignano the towers of noble families stretch as historical status symbols up into the sky and offer a breathtaking skyline Tour of the alabaster city of Volterra with its Etruscan city gates, narrow alleyways and medieval fortress Visit to an alabaster-workshop Siena and the Chianti Valley with wine-tasting In Siena, your guide will take you on a tour of the charming maze of medieval streets around the beautiful Piazza del Campo Continue to the Chianti Valley with its hilly landscape interspersed with olive groves, cypresses, vineyards and castles Wine-tasting with a snack will round off the day Departure 6 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 6 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner 3 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course 1 x traditional Tuscan dinner drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x 3-hour guided tour in Florence 1 x full-day tour guide for Lerici and Portovenere 1 x boat-ride Lerici - Portovenere - La Spezia 1 x coach permit for Lerici 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Lucca 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Pisa 1 x full-day tour guide for Siena and the Chianti Valley 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Siena 1 x wine tasting with snack in the Chianti Valley Other suggested excursions Pistoia and Vinci with olive oil tasting Carrara and Colonnata bacon Pistoia, San Miniato and Vinci 22 Tuscany

23 Hotel Villa delle Rose Pescia bei Montecatini Stately hotel with park, near the station Florence Lerici & Porto Venere Lucca & Pisa Volterra & San Gimignano 86 mi 118 mi 74 mi 136 mi Fri 29 April 484,- Thu 12 May 479,- Mon 05 Sept 469,- Fri 30 Sept 469,- Double room for single use supplement ,- strategic position in Pescia in the Tuscan countryside. Florence, Pisa, Montecatini Terme and the Versilia coast are all easily reached by train, the station is just 0.3 mi from the hotel 103 rooms with telephone, air-conditioning, minibar and satellite TV Lift, air-conditioning, restaurant, bar, internet-point, TV lounge, and garden at the hotel Hotel Tuscany Inn Montecatini Terme No Montecatini coach-permit required - coach park next to the hotel Florence Lerici & Porto Venere Lucca & Pisa Volterra & San Gimignano 83 mi 121 mi 77 mi 139 mi in Montecatini Terme, just a few minutes walk from the centre, a 35-minute bus-ride from Florence and approx. 30 km from Siena 90 rooms with LCD satellite TV, safe, internet-connection, minibar, air-conditioning and hairdryer restaurant, bar, panoramic terrace, events and meeting rooms and adjacent fitness club (special rates apply for hotel guests) with sauna private, next to the hotel Wed 23 March 359,- Mon 04 April 359,- Sat 21 May 419,- Fri 27 May 394,- Sat 30 July 344,- Sat 27 Aug 369,- Wed 21 Sept 419,- Tue 27 Sept 419,- Single room supplement ,- Hotel Eur Lido di Camaiore Hotel in a wonderful position by the sea Excellent value for money Florence Lerici & Porto Venere Lucca & Pisa Volterra & San Gimignano mi 68 mi 59 mi 161 mi Mon 28 March 374,- Sun 24 April 384,- Sun 29 May 434,- Mon 19 Sept 384,- Single room supplement... 89,- in the centre of Lido di Camaiore, just 0.1 mi from the sea 75 rooms with satellite TV, air-conditioning, and safe. Most rooms have balcony 2 lifts, bar, lounge with TV, swimming pool with diving board and loungers, pool-bar, sun-terrace, restaurant, roof-top terrace, garden, wellness-area,(extra charge) fitness-centre, sauna and whirlpool public coach park approx. 0.2 mi from the hotel Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Tuscany 23

24 Tuscany & Umbria The green heart of Italy 6 days from only 249,- Spello The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Umbria s mountain villages Ride through the fascinating mountain countryside of Umbria Narrow alleys and picturesque corners await you in Spello und Bevagna One of the most important wine-growing regions of Umbria is located around Montefalco Opportunity for wine-tasting Montepulciano, Bagno Vignoni and pecorino-cheese tasting near Pienza Drive to Montepulciano with its numerous palaces and the historic flair of its stunning Piazza Grande In Bagno Vignoni the houses do not stand around the normal Piazza but around a large thermal pool In a cheese-factory you will taste the famous pecorino-cheese Perugia and Assisi Drive to Assisi, home of St. Francis, with its numerous churches and the beautiful Gothic Basilica The medieval town-centre of Perugia will fascinate you Siena and Chianti Visit to Siena with its enchanting labyrinth of medieval streets winding around the famous Piazza del Campo You will enjoy some Tuscan wines and a snack on an estate in the Chianti area Departure 5 nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 5 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 3 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course 1 x traditional dinner drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out free parking for the bus at/near the hotel 1 x full-day tour guide for excursion to mountain villages 1 x full-day guide for Montepulciano and Bagno Vignoni 1 x pecorino-cheese tasting with 8 different sorts of pecorino, bread, wine and water 1 x full-day guide for Perugia und Assisi headphones for the visit to the Basilica of St. Francis 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Siena Other suggested excursions Orvieto Gubbio and Spello Todi and Marmore Waterfall the Deruta ceramic workshop Montalcino, Sant Antimo Abbey and San Quirico d Orcia 24 Tuscany Umbria

25 Hotel Relais San Clemente Perugia Stylish country-hotel in a lovely location 2 swimming pools in a park-like setting Spello and Montefalco 68 mi Montepulciano and Pienza 118 mi Perugia and Assisi 37 mi Siena and Chianti 155 mi at the beginning of Perugia, 1 mile from the motorway and 6 mi from the Airport 64 rooms with minibar, air-conditioning, telephone, internet-connection, electronic safe, hairdryer und satellite TV large park, 2 swimming pools, small football pitch, volleyball ground, wellness-area (extra charge) at the hotel Sun 10 April 374,- Sun 08 May 394,- Sun 22 May 394,- Sun 11 Sept 394,- Sun 18 Sept 394,- Sun 02 Oct 394,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Hotel Frate Sole Assisi/Santa Maria degli Angeli Very popular hotel Ideal also for religious tours Spello and Montefalco 50 mi Montepulciano and Pienza 155 mi Perugia and Assisi 37 mi Siena and Chianti 192 mi in a quiet suburb just 1 mile from the old-town of Assisi, within walking distance of the Basilica of S. Maria degli Angeli 45 rooms with hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, air-conditioning, ADSL internet-connection. Some rooms have balcony and minibar lift, air-conditioning, restaurant, bar, internet-point, TV lounge, and garden at the hotel Sun 17 April 324,- Sat 30 April 329,- Sun 08 May 329,- Sat 21 May 329,- Thu 26 May 329,- Wed 08 June 314,- Wed 21 Sept 329,- Thu 29 Sept 329,- Single room supplement ,- Hotel Mizar Chianciano Terme Spello and Montefalco Montepulciano and Pienza Perugia and Assisi Siena and Chianti mi 50 mi 140 mi 136 mi in the centre of the spa-town of Chianciano Terme in the wonderful countryside of Southern Tuscany 66 rooms with hairdryer, telephone, individually regulated air-conditioning, satellite TV, safe and minibar restaurant with panoramic veranda, bar, internet-point, garden, terrace and swimming pool approx. 200 metres from the hotel Very good value for money Favourable position between Tuscany and Umbria Thu 05 May 249,- Tue 10 May 249,- Tue 24 May 249,- Sun 29 May 249,- Tue 07 June 249,- Tue 14 June 249,- Thu 01 Sept 249,- Sat 10 Sept 249,- Thu 15 Sept 249,- Tue 20 Sept 249,- Single room supplement... 59,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Tuscany Umbria 25

26 Rome: Holy Year 2016 Earth s immortality 5 days from only 289,- Flight- packages also available Our contracted hotels in Rome (with set allocations) Tiber and St. Pieter The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements. Excursions included Arrival Ancient Rome & Classical Rome This tour will take you back to the days of glory of the Roman Empire, and includes an outside visit to the Colosseum, Constantine s Arch, Imperial and Roman Forum, and Trajan s Column and ends in Piazza Venezia. The tour starts at the Spanish Steps and continues to the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon, and ends in Piazza Navona. Christian Rome (Vatican) - half-day Visit to St. Peter s Square and St. Peter s Basilica. Alban hills with wine tasting - full-day The picturesque countryside of the Castelli Romani is on today s proramme. You will drive past Lake Albano to the town of Castel Gandolfo, famous for the Pope s summer residence. Continue to Frascati for wine tasting with a rustic snack. Departure 4* Courtyard by Marriott Rome Central Park 4* Grand Hotel Tiberio 4* Valadier 4* Columbus 4* Adagio Rome Balduina 4* Green P. H. Villa Pamphili 4* Ergife Palace Hotel 4* Esh 4* Zone 4* Oly 3* Caravel 3* Victor Christian accommodation Il Cantico 3* Domus Carmelitana 3* Domus Sessoriana 3* Casa San Bernardo All our hotels are regularly inspected by our Contract Manager and his team. When checking the hotels our Rome experts use their many years of experience in accompanying groups. To select the hotels we focus on the following criteria: location, public transport links, hotel and room facilities, catering and sales-potential. Free Michelangelo services in Rome Daily hire of headphones, delivered directly at the hotel 24 h assistance from our representative in Rome Organization of entry-permits for your coach Hotel delivery service of entrance tickets (Pope s Audience) and public transport tickets, if included in the programme Other excursion-suggestions Market in Rome - Porta Portese - half-day Visit to the Vatican Museums outside the official opening times (Private visits are available on request. Experience the most important art collection in the world and the Sistine Chapel on an exclusive visit) Vatican Gardens and the excavations at the Vatican - full-day Gardens of Castel Gandolfo - full-day Live Rome as the Romans do - full-day Buco di Roma (Rome s keyhole) - half-day. NEW. The visit starts at the Circo Massimo, continues to a rose-garden and orange-grove and to the Churches of Santa Sabina, Sant Alessio and Sant Anselmo. The highlight of the day comes to the end: On the Piazza dei Cavalieri di Malta on the Aventine you have chance to look through the Buco di Roma, a keyhole that offers a unique view of the Dome of St. Peter s Basilica. *For entrance charges, visit 4 x nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 4 x continental (in 3* hotels) or American breakfasts (in 4* hotels) 4 x 3-course dinners at the hotel Porterage in/out 1 x 6-hour guide for Ancient and Classical Rome 1 x 3-hour guide for the Vatican 1 x full-day tour guide for Tivoli and the Alban Hills 1 x wine tasting with snack in the Alban Hills Michelangelo service Extension possible at a 4* hotel Sorrento or Amalfi Coast p.p. from (3 nights - HB) ,- 26 Rome

27 Nova Domus Hotel & Suites Rome centre St. Peter s Square Piazza Navona Colosseum Metro Station 1 mi 1.6 mi 2.8 mi 5 minutes walk Only upgraded rooms under contract Just 5-minutes walk to the Vatican Museums and to the metro station Just 5-minutes walk to the Cipro Metro-Station centrally located, just 5 minutes walk from the Vatican Museums and 10 minutes walk from St. Peter s Square our contracted rooms have bath or shower/wc, hairdryer, TV, airconditioning and safe restaurant, bar guests may be dropped off and picked up at the hotel. at Gianicolo or at the Olympic Stadium (extra charge) Sun 13 Mar 314,- Wed 4 May 394,- Fri 13 May 394,- Thu 2 Jun 394,- Sat 18 Jun 394,- Wed 27 Jul 314,- Tue 6 Sep 374,- Thu 13 Oct 394,- Wed 19 Oct 394,- Double room for single use supplement... 99,- ¼ l wine and ½ l water with dinner/day... 6,- Tea/coffee after dinner p.p./day... 2,50,- NH Villa Carpegna Rome centre Just 25-minutes walk to the Vatican Free coach parking at the hotel St. Peter s Square Piazza Navona Colosseum Bus-stop mi 3 mi 3.4 mi 300 metres located approx. 1 mi from St. Peter s Square and approx. 25-minutes walk from the Vatican All 201 rooms have telephone, hairdryer, minibar, safe, satellite and Pay-TV, air-conditioning and internet-connection (extra charge) Restaurant Il Gelsomino, several conference-rooms, piano-bar, café with terrace, ice-machine, internet-point, WIFI, boutique and fitness-room at the hotel (free) Mon 4 Apr 374,- Fri 22 Apr 394,- Thu 28 Apr 394,- Fri 6 May 394,- Thu 12 May 419,- Wed 25 May 419,- Sun 29 May 394,- Thu 2 Jun 419,- Sat 17 Sep 394,- Wed 21 Sep 394,- Sun 25 Sep 419,- Thu 29 Sep 409,- Double room for single use supplement ,- ¼ l wine and ½ l water with dinner/day... 6,- Tea/coffee after dinner p.p./day... 2,50,- Villa Eur Parco dei Pini Rome semicentral St. Peter s Square Piazza Navona Colosseum Metro Station 9 mi 7.5 mi 6 mi 500 metres ideal location, close to the Laurentina Metro-Station, and approx. 5 mi from the Colosseum the 92 spacious rooms have bath or shower/wc, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe, WIFI and air-conditioning Restaurant, bar, and several lounges at the hotel (free) One of our customers most popular hotels Excellent value for money Very close to the Laurentina Metro-Station Thu 24 Mar 289,- Mon 4 Apr 299,- Sun 8 May 314,- Thu 12 May 314,- Sun 22 May 314,- Thu 26 May 314,- Thu 30 May 314,- Fri 3 Jun 314,- Tue 7 Jun 314,- Sat 11 Jun 314,- Wed 15 Jun 314,- Sun 19 Jun 314,- Thu 23 Jun 314,- Thu 1 Sep 299,- Mon 5 Sep 309,- Fri 9 Sep 314,- Tue 13 Sep 314,- Sat 17 Sep 314,- Wed 21 Sep 314,- Sun 25 Sep 314,- ¼ l wine and ½ l water with dinner/day... 5,- Tea/coffee after dinner p.p./day... 2,- Telefon Fax Rome 27

28 Sorrento and Amalfi Coast Caruso: pictures from the south 6 days from only 339,- Flight-packages also available Amalfi The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Pompeii and Vesuvius At the Pompeii excavations, you will get a unique insight into the everyday life of ancient Rome You will climb up to approx metres on Mt. Vesuvius by bus A 20-minute walk will take you to the giant crater of this active volcano Capri You will take the boat from Sorrento to the idyllic rocky island of Capri From the world-famous Piazzetta you will walk to the Augustus Gardens with their fantastic views of the Faraglioni rocks In the afternoon, it is possible to travel on to Anacapri (extra charge) Amalfi Coast with a local bus Drive along one of the world s most beautiful coastal roads Stop in Amalfi, to see the Cathedral, amongst other sights Tasting of limoncello, a liqueur made from the strongly perfumed lemon peel, en route Return via the motorway Half-day Sorrento with tasting on a farm Wonderfully located on the steep cliffs, Sorrento offers beautiful views over the Gulf of Naples On a lovely farm wou will be invited to taste some typical local products Departure 5 nights accommodation at the chosen hotel 5 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 4 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course salad buffet with all dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x full-day guide for Pompeii and Vesuvius (entrance extra) 1 x excursion to the island of Capri (incl. transfer hotel/ harbour in Sorrento/hotel, return boat-ride Sorrento- Capri, return ride from the harbour in Capri to the Piazzetta in Capri, and full-day tour guide) 1 x full-day tour guide for the Amalfi Coast 1 x hire of local bus for the excursion on the Amalfi Coast 1 x Limoncello-tasting 1 x half-day tour guide for Sorrento 1 x tasting of local products on a farm Other suggested excursions Supplement for Anacapri The Island of Ischia Paestum and visit to a buffalo-farm Herculaneum 28 Sorrento Amalfi Coast

29 Art Hotel Gran Paradiso Sorrent Lovely position Breathtaking view over the Gulf of Naples Special feature Pompeii and Vesuvius 50 mi Capri no bus needed Amalfi Coast with local bus 75 mi Sorrento harbour 4 mi approx. 1.2 mi from Sorrento, and a 35-minute walk to the old-town 77 rooms with telephone, satellite TV, safe, air-conditioning and hairdryer terrace, bar, outdoor pool and restaurant a free shuttle bus from the hotel to Sorrento approx. 0.3 mi from the hotel in S. Agnello at the Internazionale coach park (extra charge), shuttle-bus for guests and luggage from the coach park to the hotel Sun 24 April 404,- Tue 03 May 419,- Fri 13 May 429,- Fri 27 May 504,- Thu 29 Sept 434,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Hotel Mary Vico Equense 0.2mi from the centre of Vico Equense Pompeii and Vesuvius Capri (to/from Sorrento) Amalfi Coast with local bus Sorrento harbour 68 rooms (48 of which have a fantastic view) with balcony, telephone, satellite TV, safe, hairdryer and air-conditioning restaurant/pizzeria, large swimming-pool with jacuzzi (Summer only), sun-terrace surrounded by greenery, bar and lift approx. 0.3 miles from the hotel (extra charge) Grand Hotel Villa Le Zagare Gragnano 40 mi 20 mi 68 mi 12 mi Only rooms facing the sea under contract Friendly, comfortable hotel Superb location with panoramic views Tue 08 March 339,- Mon 25 April 364,- Tue 07 June 409,- Sun 12 June 424,- Fri 02 Sept 389,- Wed 07 Sept 409,- Tue 11 Sept 364,- Double room for single use supplement ,- Lovely hotel with park and pool Pompeii and Vesuvius 60 mi Capri (t./f. Castellammare) 15 mi Amalfi Coast with local bus 110 mi Sorrento harbour 45 mi Wed 13 April 364,- Mon 18 April 364,- Wed 18 May 389,- Wed 01 June 389,- Sat 10 Sept 389,- Mon 19 sept 389,- Sat 24 Sept 389,- Thu 29 Sept 389,- at the entrance to the peninsula, approx. 0.3 mi from the centre of Gragnano 35 rooms with hairdryer, air-conditioning, telephone, satellite TV, minibar and safe charming 4-star hotel; the outdoor pool and lovely garden are perfect for a relaxing stay at the hotel (free) Double room for single use supplement... 89,- Here is a selection of our ideal partner-hotels for this itinerary. For each date we can provide an allocation (20xx 8x), and have access to additional beds as well as alternative accommodations should the hotels we have chosen do not meet your group s requirements. Telefon Fax Sorrento Amalfi Coast 29

30 Rome and Sorrento Essential Italy 8 days from only 559,- Flight-packages also available Naples and Vesuvius The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival in Rome Ancient and Classical Rome Start your walk through Ancient Rome on Capitol Hill overlooking the Roman Forum A visit to the Colosseum will follow Finally the best of Classical Rome: the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and Piazza Navona Christian Rome Visit to St. Peter s Square and St. Peter s Basilica Afternoon at leisure Monte Cassino and Pompeii - change of hotels Visit to the Abbey of Montecassino, which was completely destroyed by bombings in WWII At the Pompeii excavations, you will get a unique insight into the everyday life of ancient Rome Capri You will take the boat from Sorrento, or Castellammare, to the idyllic rocky island of Capri From the world-famous Piazzetta you will walk to the Augustus Gardens with their fantastic views of the Faraglioni rocks In the afternoon, it is possible to travel on to Anacapri (extra charge) Amalfi Coast Drive along one of the world s most beautiful coastal roads Stop in Amalfi, to see the Cathedral, amongst other sights Tasting of limoncello, a liqueur made from the strongly perfumed lemon peel, en route Return via the motorway Naples and Vesuvius Your guide will show you the most beautiful sights of the turbulent city of Naples You will climb up to approx metres on Mt. Vesuvius by bus A 20-minute walk will take you to the giant crater of this active volcano Departure 3 x nights accommodation at a good semi-centrally located 3* hotel in Rome 4 x nights accommodation at a good 3* hotel on the Sorrentine peninsular 7 x buffet breakfasts (at the hotels) 7 x 3-course evening dinners with choice of menu (at the hotels) drinks package at each dinner (¼l wine and ½ l water) a cup of tea or coffee after each dinner porterage in/out 1 x 6-hour guide for Ancient and Classical Rome 1 x 3-hour guide for Christian Rome 2 x wisper hesdsets in Rome 1 x 1-hour guided tour of the Abbey of Montecassino 1 x 2-hour guide for Pompeii (entrance extra) 1 x excursion to the island of Capri (incl. transfer hotel/ harbour in Sorrento or Castellammare/hotel, return boat-ride Sorrento or Castellamare-Capri, return ride from the harbour in Capri to the Piazzetta in Capri and full-day tour guide) 1 x full-day tour guide for the Amalfi Coast 1 x hire of local bus for the excursion on Amalfi Coast 1 x full-day guide for Naples and Vesuvius Dates and prices Wed 04 May 559,- Sun 08 May 559,- Wed 11 May 559,- Sun 15 May 559,- Tue 17 May 559,- Wed 18 May 559,- Wed 01 June 589,- Sun 11 Sept 589,- Sun 18 Sept 589,- Sun 25 Sept 559,- Single room supplement ,- 30 Rome Sorrento

31 Tour of Apulia Brightness of the deepest South 8 days from only 444,- Flight-packages also available Vieste The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival in Vieste Tour of the Gargano with Monte Sant Angelo and the Umbra Forest (approx. 100 mi) Monte Sant Angelo is an important pilgrimage destination Stop for a traditional snack of bruschetta, grilled cheese, salad, wine and lemon liqueur You will undertake an easy hike in the shady National Park of the Umbra Forest (approx. 2 hrs.) Lucera and Troia (approx. 155 mi) The Roman settlement of Lucera was made an important base by Emperor Frederick II Troia is very impressive with its magnificent 11th century Cathedral in Tuscan- Pisan style Castel del Monte, Trani (approx. 186 mi) - change of hotel Drive to the magnificent Swabian castle, Castel del Monte - the sight is simply breathtaking Continue to Trani, set on the coast, and visit its so-called Queen of Cathedrals Castellana Grottoes- Ostuni - Alberobello/Trulli (approx. 68 mi) One of nature s spectacles awaits you in the Grottoes of Castellana Drive to the white city of Ostuni with its picturesque labyrinth of alleys and steps End the day in Alberobello with its round Trulli buildings Lecce and Otranto (approx. 174 mi) Baroque style is predominant in the lovely city of Lecce In the afternoon you will travel to Otranto with its impressive Cathedral Day at leisure Departure 3 x HB with buffet breakfast and 3-course evening dinner at Hotel Forte Vieste or similar 4 x HB with buffet breakfast and 3-course evening dinner with salad buffet at Hotel Masseria Casale del Murgese or similar 1 x welcome drink free coach parking at both hotels porterage in/out at each hotel 1 x full-day tour guide for the Tour of the Gargano 1 x traditional snack 1 x full-day tour guide for Troia and Lucera 1 x full-day guide for Castel del Monte and Trani 1 x entrance to Castel del Monte 1 x full-day tour guide for the Castellana Grottoes, Alberobello and Ostuni 1 x entrance to the Castellana Grottoes 1 x full-day tour guide for Lecce and Otranto Dates and prices Sun 10 Apr 459,- Fri 29 Apr 459,- Mon 09 May 469,- Fri 20 May 474,- Sun 18 Sept 474,- Fri 23 Sept 464,- Tue 27 Sept 459,- Fri 07 Oct 444,- Wed 19 Oct 444,- Double room for single use supplement ,- On request, tour guide for the whole tour, per day incl. board and lodging per group ,- Telefon Fax Apulia 31

32 Fascinating Sicily A mediterrean melting pot of history and culture 8 days from only 609,- Flight-packages also available Castellammare The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. Arrival and departure is foreseen by plane. We would however be pleased to provide personalized quotations for this tour by coach or adapt the itinerary to suit your requirements Arrival to Cefalù Palermo and Monreale (approx. 87 mi) Visit to the capital of Sicily: magnificent palaces alternate with typical Mediterranean street scenes Continue to Monreale with its Cathedral and Cloister, famous for their mosaics Cefalù and the Madonie Mountains (approx. 31 mi) Drive to the Madonie Mountains and stop in the town of Castelbuono, and admire its castle clinging to the hillside like a relic from the past End with a walk in Cefalù famous for its magnificent 12th century Cathedral The Aeolian Islands - change of hotel, in the area of Taormina/Giardini Naxos/ Letojanni (approx. 143 mi) Ferry from Milazzo to Lipari (driving time approx. 1½ hours) Tour with a local bus in Lipari and on by boat to Vulcano Vulcano with its black lava-beach, hot springs and mud baths is inviting for a swim Back to Milazzo by boat and drive on to the area of Taormina Piazza Armerina and Caltagirone (approx. 187 mi) In the Villa Casale you can admire yd. 2 of floor mosaics with mythological motifs, hunting and circus scenes, wealthy Romans and also the famous Bikini Girls Continue to the ceramic stronghold of Caltagirone, where you will see the famous monumental staircase with its 142 colourfully tiled steps Visit to a pottery workshop Mount Etna and Taormina (approx. 75 mi) Morning drive to Mount Etna and the Sylvester Crater at metres. Possibilty to travel up to metres by cable-car and jeep (weather permitting) Afternoon tour of Taormina with optional visit to the Greek-Roman Theatre Siracusa and Catania (approx. 150 mi) Visit to the old town of Siracusa on the peninsula of Ortigia with the magnificent cathedral In the archaeological excavation site you can admire the beautiful amphitheatre and the famous Ear of Dionysius Guided tour of the old-town of Catania with its fancy Baroque buildings, including the Norman-Baroque Cathedral with the Elephant Fountain Departure 3 x nights accommodation at 4* Hotel Artemis or similar 4 x nights accommodation at 4* Hotel Arathena Rock or similar 7 x buffet breakfasts 6 x 3-course dinners 1 x traditional Sicilian 4-course dinner drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) porterage in/out at each hotel coach hire throughout the tour including all coachpermits and parking fees 1 x 5-hour guided tour in Palermo and Monreale 1 x full-day guide for Cefalù and the Madonie Mountains 1 x excursion to the Aeolian Islands, incl. ferry to the islands of Lipari and Vulcano, full-day tour guide and minibus in Lipari 1 x full-day guide for Caltagirone and Piazza Armerina - entrance extra 1 x visit to a pottery workshop in Caltagirone 1 x full-day tour guide for Etna and Taormina 1 x 4-hour guided tour in Siracusa and the archaeological excavation site - entrance extra 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Catania Dates and prices Tue 01 March 609,- Mon 07 March 609,- Mon 14 March 624,- Mon 28 March 624,- Sun 31 March 634,- Tue 05 April 634,- Mon 11 April 644,- Mon 18 April 644,- Mon 25 April 644,- Tue 03 May 674,- Tue 10 May 674,- Thu 19 May 674,- Tue 24 May 674,- Fri 23 Sept 674,- Fri 30 Sept 664,- Fri 07 Oct 649,- Fri 07 Oct 649,- Fri 21 Oct 634,- Tue 25 Oct 634,- Single room supplement ,- On request, tour guide for the whole tour, per day incl. board and lodging per group ,- 32 Sicily

33 Botanico Italy boasts some of Europe s finest gardens and Michelangelo s horticultural knowledge and expertise means we can open the gates of Italy s finest gardens to groups. Our itineraries are specifically designed to offer both interesting and varied horticultural experiences, and general sightseeing and leisure activities. Our wide range of accommodation-options and interesting itineraries ensure a hassle-free and memorable tour for your clients. Telefon Fax Botanico 33

34 The gardens of Lake Maggiore & Lake Como 6 days from only 274,- All entrance fees included Isola Madre Gardens of Villa Taranto Garden of Isola Bella Villa del Balbianello The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival The Gardens of Villa Taranto and Villa della Porta Bozzolo In the gardens of Villa Taranto you will discover more than 20,000 different species of plants interspersed by a wonderful panorama of terraces, pools, fountains and waterfalls The Villa Della Porta Bozzolo is a prime example of refined landscape architecture with a beautiful garden The Gardens of Isola Madre and Isola Bella From Stresa by private boat to Isola Bella with its grand Baroque palace set in beautiful gardens The garden on Isola Madre is one of the oldest botanical gardens in Italy and has some rare subtropical plants Round off the day on the fishing island of Isola dei Pescatori Lake Como - Villa Carlotta and Villa del Balbianello Drive to Lake Como to visit Villa Carlotta with its magnificent garden Afternoon boat ride from Lenno to Villa del Balbianello with its unique park and villa which is well worth seeing Departure 4 x nights accommodation at a good 3* or 4* hotel near Lake Maggiore 4 x buffet breakfasts 1 x welcome cocktail 1 x 3-course dinner (on arrival day) 3 x 3-course dinners with choice of starter & main course drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) porterage in/out 1 x full-day tour guide for Villa Taranto and Villa della Porta Bozzolo 1 x entrance to Villa Taranto 1 x entrance to Villa della Porta Bozzolo 1 x full-day tour guide for the Borromean Islands 1 x boat ride to Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori 1 x entrance to the Palace and Gardens on Isola Bella and Isola Madre 1 x full-day tour guide for Villa Carlotta and Villa del Balbianello 1 x entrance to Villa Carlotta 1 x entrance to Villa del Balbianello, incl. boat ride from Lenno Seasonal prices A April, 16 - May, ,- B May, 01 - June, 11 / Sept, 24 - Oct, ,- C June,11 - June, 25 / Sept, 10 - Oct, ,- D Bank Holidays ,- Single room supplement... 74,- 34 Botanico

35 The magical gardens and parks of Northern Italy 6 days from only 349,- All entrance fees included Sigurtà Park Castello Quistini Villa Monastero Garden of Isola Bella The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Sigurtà Park and Heller Garden In Gardone stroll through the magnificent Heller Garden and take in the beautiful plants and trees from all around the world In the afternoon drive to the Sigurtà Park, one on the world s most extraordinary parks The Gardens of Quistini Castle and Villa Visconti Borreomeo Litta - change of hotels Drive to the Franciacorta wine area and visit the gardens of Quistini Castle Walk through a beautiful garden of roses, tulips and hydrangeas Discover a collection of medicinal plants and an exceptional old orchard In Lainate you discover the magnificent Villa Litta with its impressive nymphaeum Varenna: the Gardens of Villa Monastero, Villa Cipressi and Bellagio At the former Cistercian monastery of Villa Monastero you will find a beautiful garden The gardens at Villa Cipressi extend over several levels and offer a magnificent view of the lake Boat trip to Bellagio and optional visit to the gardens of Villa Melzi Lake Maggiore: the Gardens of Isola Madre and Isola Bella From Stresa by private boat to Isola Bella with its grand Baroque palace set in beautiful gardens The precious, tropical garden on Isola Madre is one of the oldest botanical gardens in Italy Finish with a visit to the picturesque fishing island, Isola dei Pescatori. Departure 2 x nights accommodation at a 3* or 4* hotel at the southern end of Lake Garda 3 x nights accommodation at a 3* or 4* hotel near Lake Como 5 x buffet breakfasts 5 x 3-course dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) porterage in/out at each hotel 1 x full-day tour guide Sigurtà Park and Heller Garden 1 x entrance fee to Sigurtà Park 1 x entrance fee to Heller Garden 1 x half-day tour guide for Franciacorta and Quistini Castle 1 x entrance fee to Quistini Castle and gardens 1 x entrance fee to the gardens of Villa Borromeo Visconti, including guided tour 1 x full-day guide for Varenna and Bellagio 1 x entrance fee to Villa Monastero 1 x entrance fee to the gardens of Villa Cipressi 1 x boat-ride from Varenna to Bellagio and back 1 x full-day guide for Isola Bella and Isola Madre 1 x private boat-ride from Stresa to Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori 1 x entrance fee to Isola Bella (Palace and Gardens) and Isola Madre Seasonal prices A April, 16 - May, ,- B May, 01 - June, ,- C June, 11 - June, 25 / Sept, 10 - Sept ,- D Bank Holidays ,- Single room supplement... 79,- Telefon Fax Botanico 35

36 The Villas And Gardens of Tuscany 5 days from only 229,- All entrance fees included Villa di Geggiano Villa Gamberaia Boboli Garden Villa Torrigiani The following programme represents our suggestion for a great tour. The itinerary may be changed to meet your specific needs and we would gladly provide up-dated quotations based on your requirements Arrival Florence: Boboli and Bardini Gardens The extensive greenery of the Boboli Gardens gives the impression of a true open-air museum with its antique statues of the Renaissance period, and big fountains and grottoes You will also visit the gardens of Villa Bardini closeby Lucca and its Villas You will explore the old-town of Lucca with a local guide Visit to the idyllic gardens of Palazzo Pfanner, the set of many films Continue to the charming Villa Torrigiani with its impressive gardens Siena and the Gardens of Villa Geggiano Wander through the enchanting labyrinth of medieval streets around the Piazza del Campo in Siena Continue to the impressive Villa Geggiano with its characteristic Garden Theatre and orchard with terraced fish-pond Departure 4 x nights accommodation at a 3* or 4* hotel in Montecatini Terme 4 x buffet breakfasts 4 x 3-course dinners drinks package at each dinner (¼ l wine and ½ l water) porterage in/out 1 x 3-hour guided tour of the Boboli and Bardini Gardens 1 x entrance fee to the Boboli and Bardini Gardens 1 x full-day guide for Lucca and the villas 1 x entrance fee to Villa Torrigiani 1 x entrance fee to Palazzo Pfanner 1 x full-day guide for Siena and the Villa Geggiano 1 x entrance fee to Villa Geggiano Seasonal prices A April, 09 - May 01 / June 25 - Aug, ,- B May, 01- June, 25 / Sept, 19 - Oct, ,- C Sept, 05 - Sept, ,- D Bank Holidays ,- Single room supplement... 69,- 36 Botanico

37 Maestro Our Maestro brand, is dedicated to the organization of musical themed and corporate tours. Our expert tour designers can provide special access to exclusive musical events as well as organize unique concerts in truly exceptional venues such as St. Peter s Basilica or the Pantheon in Rome. Michelangelo has also selected a portfolio of destinations for choir tours, assuring quality performances, the possibility of appearances with local choirs, as well as fun leisure activities. Telefon Fax Maestro 37

38 Opera festival Arena di Verona days from only 114,- Michelangelo is an official retailer for Arena-tickets Ticket-allocations are available free of charge until the release date of the tour The booking of tickets is possible without a deposit Excellent customer care by our local staff All ticket-categories may be booked with us The booking of tickets is possible even without a hotel-reservation For the 2016 programme and ticket-prices please refer to our website Best Western Hotel Cristallo Mantua/Cerese di Virgilio - just 50 km from Verona Hotel Vergilius Vicenza/Creazzo - just 50 km from Verona Hotel Maraschina Gardasee/Peschiera del Garda - just 30 km from Verona days HB from only 114,- 3 days HB from only 119,- 3 days HB from only 149,- Dates 2016 Juni Friday Premiere CARMEN Saturday... AIDA Thursday... AIDA July Friday... CARMEN Saturday... TRAVIATA Sunday... AIDA Tuesday... TRAVIATA Wednesday... CARMEN Thursday... AIDA Friday... TRAVIATA Saturday... CARMEN Tuesday... TRAVIATA Wednesday... CARMEN Thursday... AIDA Friday... TRAVIATA Saturday... CARMEN Sunday... AIDA Friday... TRAVIATA Saturday... TURANDOT Sunday... AIDA Tuesday... TRAVIATA Wednesday... TURANDOT Thursday... AIDA Saturday... TRAVIATA Sunday... AIDA August Friday... CARMEN Saturday... TROVATORE Sunday... AIDA Tuesday... AIDA Wednesday... TROVATORE Thursday... CARMEN Friday... TURANDOT Saturday... TROVATORE Sunday... AIDA Wednesday... CARMEN Thursday... AIDA Friday... TURANDOT Saturday... CARMEN Sunday... AIDA Tuesday... CARMEN Wednesday... AIDA Thursday... TURANDOT Friday... TROVATORE Saturday... CARMEN Sunday... AIDA Tickets & Prices in p. P. 1st sector stalls GOLD Premiere ,- Fri/Sat ,- Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu ,- 1st sector stalls Premiere ,- Fri/Sat ,- Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu ,- 2nd sector stalls Premiere ,- Fri/Sat ,- Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu ,- Central numbered seats on the steps Premiere ,- Fri/Sat ,- Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu... 97,- Numbered seats on the steps Premiere... 92,- Fri/Sat... 87,- Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu... 75,- Unreserved stone steps sector D/E Premiere... 30,- Fri/Sat... 28,50 Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu... 26,50 Unreserved stone steps sector C/F Premiere... 25,- Fri/Sat... 24,- Sun/Tue/Wed/Thu... 22,- 38 Maestro

39 Opera at the magnificent La Fenice Theatre in Venice 3 days from only 169,- La Fenice A devasting fire is the reason why the La Fenice Opera House was originally built - and a devastating fire almost destroyed the Opera House many years later. Fire therefore plays an important role in the history of La Fenice. The first decisive fire broke out in 1773 and destroyed the major Opera House, the last decisive fire broke out in As it owed its origin to a fire, it was unceremoniously called La Fenice (The Phoenix - a symbol of rebirth and resurrection). 4* hotel just outside Venice with excellent train-service to Venice hotel in Venice centre also available Unsere Inklusiv-Leistungen 3 x nights accommodation at a 4*hotel just outside Venice 1 x train-ride to the centre of Venice and back 1 x ticket for a performance at La Fenice Opera House, Galleria or Loggione category Dates and prices Sat 09 Apr LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sun 10 Apr LA TRAVIATA... at 15:30 Tue 12 Apr LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sun 17 Apr LA TRAVIATA... at 15:30 Fri 13 May IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA... at 19:00 Sat 13 May LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sun 22 May IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA... at 15:30 Sat 28 May LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Wed 01 June IL BARBIERE DI SIVIGLIA... at 19:00 Sun 05 June LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Wed 07 Sept L ELISIR D AMORE... at 19:00 Thu 08 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sun 11Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 15:30 Tue 13 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Wed 14 Sept NORMA... at 19:00 Thu 15 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Fri 16 Sept L ELISIR D AMORE... at 19:00 Sat 17 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sun 18 Sept NORMA... at 15:30 Fri 23 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sun 25 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 15:30 Wed 28 Sept L ELISIR D AMORE... at 19:00 Thu 29 Sept LA TRAVIATA... at 19:00 Sat 01 Oct L ELISIR D AMORE... at 15:30 Sun 02 Oct LA TRAVIATA... at 15:30 3-days... from 169,- Single room supplement... 34,- Telefon Fax Maestro 39

40 Milan: La Scala Opera House 3 days from only 264,- La Scala Opera House La Scala Opera House was built in 1778 on the site of the Church of Santa Maria alla Scala, which gave its name to the theatre. The architect was Giuseppe Piermarini. A visit to La Scala is the dream of all opera fans. Unfortunately it is very difficult to get tickets for an opera there. Michelangelo can, however, assist with the organization of opera tours and get tickets easily. For the 2016 programme and ticket-prices please refer to our website 2 x nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at a selected 4* hotel in a good location (with good public transport-service) 1 x opera ticket for a performance at La Scala 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Milan (2nd day) Seasonal prices Tue 01 March from 264,- Fri 01 April from 299,- Fri 01 July from 264,- Thu 01 Sept from 299,- Single room supplement... from 64,- The tickets for La Scala will be in the 2nd Gallery in the brown, light blue or pink zones (please refer to the seating plan on the website of La Scala www. teatroallascala.org). We do not know exactly where they will be in advance. On request and at an additional cost of 120,- per ticket we can offer tickets for the Parterre. 40 Maestro

41 61 st Puccini Festival in Tuscany: Torre del Lago 4 days from only 134,- Torre del Lago Magical sounds and immortal melodies - hardly any composer gave such a decisive impetus to the Italian opera at the turn of the century, as the Tuscan-born Giacomo Puccini. Many of his genial works originated in his villa in Torre del Lago. Productions of his operas take place every year in July and August in a breathtaking setting on the shores of Lake Massaciuccoli. The Festival began in 1931 and thrills an international audience every year. The Puccini Festival takes place in the Summer (July and August). The schedule and entrance fees for 2016 have not yet been determined at the time of going to press. 3 x nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at a 4* hotel in Montecatini Terme 1 x welcome drink 2 x 3-course dinners 1 x 3-course lunch salad and vegetable buffet at each meal 1 x entrance to a performance at the Puccini Festival (numbered seats, in Sector IV) Seasonal prices Fri 01 July - Sun 4 Sept ,- Single room supplement... 39,- 4* hotel in Montecatini Terme with excellent train-service to Florence and Pisa Telefon Fax Maestro 41

42 Evento In the right place at the right time... These trips are particularly beloved by Michelangelo customers due to their high experience-factor. The local support of our professional team and the highlights give the journey an extra-value. We have chosen for you ideal periods at the beginning or end of the season. 42 Evento

43 Traditions, folklore and landscape treasures on the Riviera di Levante Fishing Festival in Camogli and the Fishing Villages 4 days from only 154,- 3 x nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at a good 3* hotel on the Versilia Coast 3 x 3-course dinners salad and vegetable buffet with each meal Dates and prices Fri 06 May ,- Sat 07 May ,- Single room supplement... 49,- 1 x full-day tour guide for Camogli, San Fruttuoso and Portofino 1 x boat-ride Camogli - Portofino - Santa Margherita 1 x participation at the Fishing Festival in Camogli (08.05) 1 x full-day guide for Lerici and Portovenere 1 x boat-ride Lerici - Portovenere - La Spezia 1 x coach-permit for Lerici Telefon Fax Evento 43

44 Spring on Lake Maggiore The Camellias in bloom Marvel at Europe s most diversified range of Camellias 4 days from only 129,- 3 x nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at a good 3* hotel near Lake Maggiore 3 x 3-course dinners welcome drink 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Ascona 1 x visit to a camellia-nursery 1 x half-day tour guide for the Borromean Islands 1 x private boat-ride to the Borromean Islands (from Stresa - entrance extra) from to Camellia Festival in Locarno visit to the Camellia-Park in Locarno included Dates and prices Sat 05 March ,- Tue 08 March ,- Fri 11 March ,- Sun 13 March ,- Thu 17 March ,- Single room supplement... 54,- 44 Evento

45 A tasty experience in Tuscany Truffles, olive-harvest, wine and pasta Traditional olive-harvest, gourmet pasta and truffle-fair in San Miniato 4/5 days only from 109,- No single supplement 4-day programme 3 x or 4 x nights accommodation at a good 4* hotel in the heart of Tuscany 1 x or 2 x 3-course dinners 1 x 4-course Tuscan dinner 1 x dinner on the theme Pasta Party (incl. wine and mineral water) 1 x full-day tour guide for Pisa and Lari 1 x visit to a pasta-pruducer in Lari 1 x cappuccino & cake 1 x full-day tour guide for Pietrasanta and the olive-harvest 1 x visit to an olive-estate with participation in the olive harvest 1 x lunch-snack with bruschetta, wine and olive oil tasting 1 x entrance to the Museo dei Bozzetti in Pietrasanta local assistance from our professional team Extra services included in the 5-day programme 1 x full-day tour guide for San Miniato and Vinci (Leonardo s birth-place) 1 x visit to the truffle-fair in San Miniato (only Saturday afternoon and Sunday) 1 x entrance to Palazzo Comunale in San Miniato Dates and prices 4 days Thu 03 Nov ,- Sun 06 Nov ,- Thu 10 Nov ,- Mon 14 Nov ,- Thu 17 Nov ,- 5 days Wed 09 Nov ,- Wed 16 Nov ,- Wed 23 Nov ,- No single supplement Other suggested excursions Music-evening at the hotel ,- Telefon Fax Evento 45

46 Tuscany indulgence Wine Festival in Tuscany Discover this wonderful corner of Tuscany. Wine and typical local products from one of the most famous wine regions in the world. 5 days from only 239,- 4 x nights accommodation at a good 4* hotel in the heart of Tuscany 3 x 3-course dinners 1 x Tuscan 4-course dinner 1 x tour guide for Pisa, San Miniato and Vinci 1 x wine tasting with snack on a countryestate 1 x full-day tour guide for Chianti and the Wine Festival in Greve (10.09.) 1 x 2-hour guided tour in Florence Dates and prices Thu 08 Sept ,- Single room supplement... 84,- Info The Festival begins Thursday at hours, and Friday, Saturday and Sunday at hours. The stands close around hours. Our tip: buy a wine glass and a ticket (approx 10,00) directly; you will then be able to taste up to eight different wines at the stands. 46 Evento

47 A delight for the eyes, nose and mouth Cherry Blossom Festival in Vignola The beauty of the cherry trees in full bloom in Emilia Romagna. 4 days from only 154,- No single supplement 3 x nights accommodation with buffet breakfast at a good 3* or 4* hotel in the area of Bologna/Modena 1 x dinner at the hotel 1 x 6-hour guided tour in Bologna 1 x visit to the medieval market in Mezzo 1 x lunch snack with mortadella, salami and Lambrusco wine 1 x full-day tour guide for Modena and Vignola 1 x visit to a balsamic vinegar cellar 1 x visit to the Cherry Blossom Festival in Vignola: festivities in the streets and squares of Vignola in honour of the cherry blossom with folkore, gastonomy and cultural activities Dates and prices Fri 01 April ,- Fri 08 April ,- No single room supplement Other suggested excursions Parma and the village of Don Camillo and Peppone Ravenna, Unesco World Heritage Maranello and the Ferrari Gallery Gourmet-day: visit to a pasta-producer, a cheese dairy, and a salami-factory with snack Telefon Fax Evento 47