Regionals. Regular escorted tours through Italian regions. since 1925 LOW SEASON

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1 Regionals ENGLISH Regular escorted tours through Italian regions REGIONAL TOURS IN SMALL GROUPS WITH GUARANTEED DEPARTURES TO DISCOVER LIGURIA, NORTH LAKES REGIONS AND THE SICILY. OVERNIGHT STAY IN MAIN CITIES, GUIDED TOURS WITH PROFESSIONAL LOCAL TOUR GUIDES, TOUR LEADER AND SERVICES ACCORDING TO PROGRAMS. rrani Tours Ca since 1925 Th e Ita n D m li a c

2 Why Regionals tours are unique and beloved by travellers? Useful information before booking our Regionals tours MEETING POINT AND TIME: Italian Style Designed by Italians for travellers that look for authentic experiences. Milan Starhotel Ritz at 8:30 AM Via Lazzaro Spallanzani, 40 Genoa Starhotel President at 8:30 AM Corte Lambruschini, 4 Tel Tel CANCELLATION POLICY: Best Accommodations Overnight stays in selected hotels. 100% No-show to 3 days before the departure 70% From 4 to 5 days before the departure 50% From 6 to 15 days before the departure 30% From 16 to 24 days before the departure Working days: from Monday to Friday. Attention to food quality Expert Guides and Escorts Best quality/price ratio We take care of quality and freshness of food served to your travellers! All our tour leaders are licensed professionals, experienced and friendly. Regionals Tours are incredibly affordable and offer the best quality/price ratio. TOURS INCLUDES: Transportation by deluxe motorcoach Multilingual escorted tour with a minimum of 9 pax; from 1 to 8 pax english speaking driver only Accommodation in 3/4 star hotel Panoramic visits as per itinerary TOURS DOES NOT INCLUDE: Tips Drinks and meals Transfer Entrance fees to monuments or museums Extras Everything that is not mentioned in the paragraph Tour Includes IMPORTANT NOTES: Due to technical reasons the itineraries of the tours can be changed without notice. CITY TAX: We inform all clients that rates do not include city tax when applicable. City tax will have to be paid directly from clients at the hotel upon arrival or at the check out. We remind you that the city tax may change according to the hotel category. Please kindly inform travellers before departure. ALL RATES ARE PER PERSON OVERNIGHTS IN LISTED HOTELS OR SIMILAR

3 Tours Index North Lakes 4 days / 3 nights Milan > Milan Milan > Orta > Stresa > Como > Bellagio > Bergamo > Sirmione > Riva del Garda > Verona > Iseo > Milan... 6 Liguria 4 days / 3 nights Milan > Milan Milan > Genoa > Sanremo > Porto Venere > Cinque Terre > Camogli > Portofino > S.ta Margherita Ligure > Milan... 8 Sicily Tour 8 days / 7 nights Palermo > Palermo Palermo > Monreale > Segesta > Trapani > Agrigento > Piazza Armerina > Catania > Etna > Taormina > Siracusa > Noto > Messina > Cefalù > Palermo Be our client Contact Us... 13

4 MILAN > MILAN North Lakes 4 days / 3 nights Milan > Orta > Stresa > Como > Bellagio > Bergamo > Sirmione > Riva del Garda > Verona > Iseo > Milan DEPARTURES RATES NOVEMBER 24 JANUARY 5 DBL / TPL 899,00 SGL 1.045,00 FEBRUARY 2 MARCH 2 30 HOTELS IMPORTANT NOTES HOTEL CITY COMO LE DUE CORTI 4 BERGAMO BEST WESTERN CAPPELLO D ORO 4 VERONA MASTINO 3 ONLY WITH CARRANI ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON CITY TAX NOT INCLUDED: IT SHALL BE PAID DIRECTLY AT THE HOTEL FROM NOVEMBER TO MARCH THE TOURISTIC FERRY SERVICE FROM COMO TO BELLAGIO DOES NOT WORK. THE ITINERARY WILL BE CHANGED WITH A PANORAMIC ROAD > WELCOME PROSECCO TASTING IN BELLAGIO! > VISIT THE NORTH LAKES REGION: LAKE ORTA, STRESA, COMO, BELLAGIO, BERGAMO AND LAKE GARDA DAY 1 MILAN > LAKE ORTA > STRESA > COMO ITINERARIES Departure at 8:30 am from Starhotel Ritz in Milan to the Lake Orta, a small and charming lake situated in the North-eastern side of the region Piedmont. Stop in the beautiful village of Orta San Giulio for a short visit. Then, tour by private boat to reach the island of San Giulio, just in front of the village: it is the pearl of the lake, almost entirely occupied by the Monastery Mater Ecclesiae, famous for studies on antique books. After a short visit, back to Orta and departure by bus to Stresa, on Lake Maggiore, one of the largest Italian ones. Wedged between the foothills, and of clear glacial origin, it is framed in its lower section by the soft hills of the region of Novara, and in the upper section, by high mountain peaks, some of which with perpetual snow. These features make possible an average temperature during all seasons, milder in winter than in the inner areas and cooled down in summer by the breezes that blow on the water s surface changing its colour. Due to its mild climate, many species of flowers and plants typical to the sub-tropical climate could adapt to the lake areas climate. Arrival in Stresa, an international tourist resort situated in a central but also panoramic and picturesque position along the lakeside roadway, stands just in front of the Borromee islands. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, tour of the Pescatori island (Fishermen island) by private boat. The island, was named after the main activity which over the centuries has characterized this fishermen town. Although only few families still maintain the original activity, the identity of the small community appears intact. Tourists are fascinated by its simple houses, the narrow lanes, the stone portals and the attractive underpasses. We will continue to the Bella Island. Return to Stresa. At the and of the visit departure to Como. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 3 BERGAMO > SIRMIONE > RIVA DEL GARDA > VERONA Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the Lake Garda, the largest Italian one. Lake Garda offers the visitor a splendid natural scenery, full of colours, surrounded by the Dolomites of Brenta in the north and the gentle slopes of the hills in the south. A rich vegetation flourishes thanks to the Mediterranean climate: lemon trees, oleanders, magnolias and bougainvilleas. The cultivation of vineyards and olive groves produces good wines and olive oil. Arrival in Sirmione where the lake offers its best panorama, really sunny with the blue of its waters and the green of its trees. Boat tour to have a nice view of the Sirmione Cape, the castle and the Catullo s ruins. Next, departure to Riva del Garda on the North side of the Lake. Its historic centre shows the signs of the Venetian domain. Free time for lunch and then outgoing to Verona. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 4 VERONA > LAKE ISEO > MILAN Breakfast at the hotel and visit of the famous city of Verona. It is a work of art in itself: a fascinating cross-roads of historical periods and cultures (both classical and Germanic), a blend of both Nordic and Mediterranean influences; the city is at the same time both ancient and modern. A walk through its narrow streets allows us to get in touch with its varied and fascinating past: traces of its splendid Roman origins, its prevailing medieval structure dating back to the time of knights and castles, its magnificent Renaissance palaces as well as the impressive fortifications which protect it. A suggestive blend of art and history which continuously fascinates the onlooker. Continuation to Lake Iseo, an amazing place surrounded by hills and nice villages. We stop in Iseo, the main city to have free time for lunch. In the afternoon, departure to Milan with a panoramic itinerary on the South-west side of the lake. End of services. DAY 2 COMO > BELLAGIO > BERGAMO (OLD AND NEW TOWN) Breakfast at the hotel. Short visit of Como. An amazing small province rich of atmospheres, panoramas, and human takeovers. In little kilometres you can admire the high mountains over the lake, the wild alpine valley and the industrialized brianzola area, the city area of Como and the villages of little houses. Lake Como. It has been famous for its setting at the intersection of the three branches of the Y-shaped lake, and it is also known as Lario. Board the boat we reach Bellagio, situated at the tip of the peninsula separating the lake s two southern arms, with the Alps visible across the lake to the north. Divided in three branches, is situated on the most renowned beach on the Italian landscape. It is a picturesque village with small streets, luxury hotels and villas and gardens. Visit. Before lunch, we invite you to try a Prosecco as a welcome drink to Bellagio in a typical wine cellar. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon, departure with panoramic route along the lake side. to Bergamo. City characterized by a division of the urban structure on two levels, the Lower town (Città bassa), modern and dynamic and the famous Upper town (Città alta), a truly historic and artistic jewel. After a short walking tour inside the old town with many beautiful churches and monuments, transfer to the modern town, with the best shops, restaurants and museums. Overnight at the hotel. COMO BELLAGIO ISEO MILAN ORTA STRESA SIRMIONE RIVA DEL GARDA VERONA 6 7

5 MILAN > MILAN Liguria 4 days / 3 nights Milan > Genoa > Sanremo > Porto Venere > Cinque Terre > Camogli > Portofino > Santa Margherita Ligure > Milan DEPARTURES RATES NOVEMBER 10 DECEMBER 8 DBL / TPL 885,00 SGL 1.045,00 JANUARY 19 FEBRUARY 16 MARCH 16 HOTELS HOTEL CITY GENOA STARHOTEL PRESIDENT 4 ONLY WITH CARRANI Portofino CINQUE TERRE AREA Sanremo Porto Venere IMPORTANT NOTES > FOCACCIA WITH CHEESE TASTING ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON CITY TAX NOT INCLUDED: IT SHALL BE PAID DIRECTLY AT THE HOTEL ITINERARIES DAY 1 MILAN > GENOA Departure at 8:30 am from Starhotel Ritz, in Milan to Genoa (departure is also possible directly from Genoa at hotel Starhotel President, joining the group at 10:30 am). Seaport, one of the largest of the Southern Europe, the first in Italy; 6th city of the country, this town has an important history, as a Maritime Republic. Its historical centre has grown around the dock, is full of narrow and characteristic streets and has a medieval origin. Visit of the modern zone of Ancient Port, restored for the 500 years of America discovery by Christopher Columbus. Here we find the Aquarius, the second biggest in Europe. Free time for lunch. Accommodation in hotel and free evening for personal interests. Overnight. DAY 2 GENOA > SANREMO > GENOA Breakfast at the hotel and outgoing to Sanremo, defined as the city of flowers and sun, known all over the world for the Italian Song Festival. Its economy is based on flower farming and tourism. This little town of Riviera di Ponente (Western Riviera), offers many possibilities of entertainment like beaches and nice promenades. Its famous Casino is situated on the top of the most elegant street of the town, where you can find shops of clothes and many others. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon return to Genoa along the Rivera di Ponente and passing through characteristic villages. Overnight in the hotel. SANREMO DAY 3 GENOA > PORTO VENERE > CINQUE TERRE > GENOA Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Porto Venere, a fishermen village located at the end of La Spezia Gulf. Visit. Ferry to Cinque Terre (if the atmospheric conditions doesn t permit the boarding, the visit will be done with a panoramic itinerary in minibus.) Heritage of the Unesco, these 5 fishermen villages, symbolize a group unique in the World for its beautiful landscape and the medieval style of their buildings. Free time for lunch. In the afternoon coming back to Genoa. Overnight at the hotel. DAY 4 GENOA > CAMOGLI > PORTOFINO > SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE > MILAN Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Camogli. Famous tourist centre, it offers one of the most suggestive examples of architecture of Liguria coast. Visit. Here, we invite you to try a slice of focaccia, typical local bread with its amazing variety, only produced in this area. Then, road to Portofino. Around a little square, you can have a nice view of a group of high, coloured and picturesque houses. In the small port, during the high season, you can see expensive yachts from every part of the world. Visit. Finally, stop in Santa Margherita, famous seaside city of Riviera di Levante (Eastern Riviera), located in the Tigullio Gulf and free time for lunch. In the afternoon, return to Milan. CINQUE TERRE GENOA 8 PORTOFINO 9

6 PALERMO > PALERMO Sicily Tour 8 days / 7 nights Palermo > Monreale > Segesta > Trapani > Agrigento > Piazza Armerina > Catania > Etna > Taormina > Siracusa > Noto > Messina > Cefalù > Palermo +13 MEALS DEPARTURES RATES IMPORTANT NOTES NOVEMBER DECEMBER * JANUARY FEBRUARY MARCH * SPECIAL NEW YEAR S DEPARTURE WITH COMPULSORY SUPPLEMENT - 133,50 PER PERSON NOT COMMISSIONABLE (COMPULSORY NEW YEAR S EVE DINNER, DRINKS ARE NOT INCLUDED) > DISCOVER THE JEWELS OF SICILY! HOTEL CITY PALERMO AGRIGENTO CATANIA ONLY WITH CARRANI SGL 1.002,00 DBL 790,00 TPL 784,00 HOTELS PALAZZO SITANO 4 DELLA VALLE 4 EXCELSIOR MERCURE 4 ALL PRICES ARE PER PERSON CITY TAX NOT INCLUDED: IT SHALL BE PAID DIRECTLY AT THE HOTEL DRINKS NOT INCLUDED IN MEALS COMPULSORY HEADSETS SUPPLEMENT NOT COMMISSIONABLE 12,00 PER PERSON OPTIONAL SUPPLEMENTS (NOT INCLUDED) CARRANI S NET RATES - ENTRANCE FEES 69,00 (NOT COMMISSIONABLE) INCLUDE: PALERMO: PALATINE CHAPEL MONREALE: CLOISTER SEGESTA: DORIC TEMPLE AGRIGENTO: VALLEY OF THE TEMPLES PIAZZA ARMERINA: ROMAN VILLA DEL CASALE SIRACUSA: ARCHAEOLOGICAL AREA ITINERARIES DAY 1 PALERMO Meet the rest of the participants at your hotel. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. DAY 2 PALERMO > MONREALE > PALERMO Buffet breakfast at your hotel. In the morning, departure to Monreale: enjoy the visit of the Cathedral famous for its mosaics as well as the Benedictine cloister and the Palatine Chapel. Lunch at hotel. Afternoon at leisure, you may opt for an excursion to Erice, small medieval village in the province of Trapani (to be paid locally. Minimum pax applies). Dinner. Overnight at your hotel. DAY 3 PALERMO > SEGESTA > TRAPANI > AGRIGENTO Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Departure to Segesta to visit the Doric Temple surrounded by a splendid landscape. Then the trip continues with a panoramic view of Trapani. Saltworks on the way to Selinunte where you will enjoy a special lunch at a local farmhouse including an olive oil tasting. After lunch, departure to Agrigento. Visit of the Valley of the Temples to admire the best preserved temples in the whole Magna Grecia. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. DAY 4 AGRIGENTO > PIAZZA ARMERINA > CATANIA Buffet breakfast at your hotel and departure to Piazza Armerina, visit the Villa Romana del Casale with its splendid Roman mosaics. Lunch in a traditional restaurant. In the afternoon departure to Catania. We will then head to Catania were we will stop in a bar in the city center to taste typical pastries of the region and, then, to do a panoramic walking tour of the city. This city - the most important of the eastern coast - is particularly interesting for its buildings made of volcanic stone from the Etna. Dinner. Overnight stay at the hotel. DAY 5 CATANIA > ETNA (WITH LUNCH AT A LOCAL FARMHOUSE) > TAORMINA > CATANIA Buffet breakfast at hotel and, weather permitting, excursion to Mount Etna, the highest active volcano in Europe (3345 mt). The bus will bring you up to the Rifugio Sapienza at 1800 m. Visit of the extinguished Craters of Mounts Silvestri. Wonderful variety of fauna and flora and moony landscapes can be seen on the way. The special ambient created during the centuries under nature, culture and history is inimitable all over the world. Then, proceed to a farmhouse where you will taste the most special Sicilian dishes. Then the tour continues to Taormina: the elegant and romantic town overlooking the Mediterranean. Free time at your own pace, to visit the famous Greek Theatre with a splendid view of the Mount Etna and the Ionian sea or to do shopping and stroll through the picturesque lanes of the city centre. Back to Catania. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. DAY 6 CATANIA > SIRACUSA (WITH LUNCH AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT) > NOTO > CATANIA Buffet breakfast at your hotel. Departure to Syracuse and then enjoy a guided tour of this venerable city highlights of the Archaeological Area, the Greek Theater, Latomia del Paradiso and the Cave of Dyonisius Ear. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon the tour heads to Noto to admire the Cathedral. Return to Catania. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. DAY 7 CATANIA > MESSINA > CEFALÙ (WITH LUNCH AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT) > PALERMO Buffet breakfast at the hotel and departure to Messina for a panoramic visit of the city including some beautiful views on the Strait that separates Sicily from the mainland. The journey continue to Cefalù. Lunch at a local restaurant. Cefalù is a splendid fishermen s village and seaside resort. Visit the huge Norman Cathedral, founded in 1131 by Roger II and the Medieval Lavatory. Time at leisure to stroll through the narrow lanes of the historic centre full of shops and restaurants. Continue to Palermo. Dinner. Overnight at hotel. DAY 8 PALERMO Breakfast at the hotel. End of our services. PALERMO MARSALA AGRIGENTO NOTO TAORMINA CATANIA 10 11

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