Summerset Adventure Tours 2018

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1 Summerset Adventure Tours 2018 Sicily, Italy with a touch of Naples & Rome May (12 Days / 10 Nights) Summerset Adventure Tours is headed back to Italy May 14-25, We ll be focusing on the region of Sicily with stops in Naples & Rome. Sicily, the largest Mediterranean island, is just off the "toe" of Italy's "boot". Know as the eternal crossroads of the Mediterranean, the gorgeous island of Sicily continues to seduce travellers with its dazzling diversity of landscapes and cultural treasures. We hope to be exploring Italy together this May! Ciao! Ron & Linda Mark What s Included AIR TRANSPORTATION: Round trip economy class air travel on United Airlines/Lufthansa from Des Moines to Naples (via Chicago and Frankfurt), and from Rome to Des Moines including taxes, fuel surcharges and ticketing fees (free luggage allowance of 1 piece of checked luggage up to 50 lbs. + 1 carry on) ACCOMMODATIONS: 10 (ten) nights in shared double occupancy at 4*/ 3* hotels (VAT taxes and tourist city tax included where applicable) as follows: MAY (2 nights) SORRENTO MAY (1 night) VIETRI SUL MARE (Salerno area) MAY (2 nights) TAORMINA MAY (3 nights) PALERMO MAY (2 nights) ROME PORTERAGE of 1 piece of luggage per person included at the hotels only in/out MEALS* included as follows: Continental buffet style breakfast daily at the hotels Welcome lunch and tour of Cantine Vesuvio on May 15th 3 dinners at the hotels: 1 in Sorrento, 1 in Vietri and 1 in Palermo 2 Lunches and wine tasting in Sicily: Barone di Villagrande estate on Mt. Etna and Donnafugata near Marsala Farewell dinner at a restaurant in Rome on May 24th

2 *Lunches and dinner include limited beverages: 1/2 lt. mineral water + ¼ lt. wine + coffee/tea SIGHTSEEING TOURS & ENTRANCE FEES included as follows:. Private guided tour of Naples Archaeological Museum + visit Pompeii Archaeological park on May 16 th. Amalfi Coast tour with local guide, with stop in Amalfi on May 17 th. Excursion on Mt. Etna to Barone di Villagrande wine estate + orientation city tour of Taormina on May 19 th. Orientation city tour of Cefalu on May 20 th. Private guided tour of Monreale and Palermo, including entrance fees to the Cloister, Cappella Palatina and Catacombs on May 21 st. Excursion to Marsala to Donnafugata wine estate. En route visit salt Mills or Trapani, and also stop in Segesta to see the Ancient Greek Temple on May 22 nd. Orientation city tour of Monumental Rome on May 23 rd (Spanish Steps, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, etc.). Full day private guided tour of Rome: Ancient Rome tour, including entrance to Coliseum + Vatican Museum tour with Sistine Chapel on May 24 th TRANSPORTATION by private air conditioned motor coach, road taxes, parking fees + meals and accommodations for driver when necessary, included as per itinerary + FERRY BOAT in Villa San Giovanni (from Calabria to Sicily) PRIVATE PROFESSIONAL ENGLISH SPEAKING TOUR ESCORT throughout, including meals and accommodations where necessary PRICE NET PER PERSON (sharing double occupancy) AIR & LAND LAND ONLY $4, $3, Single Supplement $ (limited availability) PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:. Optional Group Deluxe travel protection plan. Meals and beverages other than specified. Sightseeing tours and entrance fees other than specified. Porterage at airports, gratuities and extras. Anything not mentioned in Price includes Please kindly note the following IMPORTANT information: 1). There are no refunds for any unused portion of the tour that you decide not to participate in. 2). The sightseeing is subject to change in concomitance with the opening hours of the various sites included in the program, and depending on local conditions. 3). General gratuities to restaurants and hotels maids are included in your package price, EXCEPT to your escort, driver and local guides. It is customary for the tour participants to tip, on a personal basis, the tour escort, driver and local guides based on the satisfaction of the services received. Please use the following as a guideline: Tour Escort: Euros 5,00 per person/per day; Driver: Euros 3,00 per person/per day; Local guides: Euros 2,00 per person/per guided tour (half-day)

3 AIR: Booked on Lufthansa/United Airlines on the following flight schedule. *Flights subject to change. Flight Date Origin Destination Departure Arrival UA MAY 18 DES MOINES DSM CHICAGO ORD 11:23 12:48 LH MAY 18 CHICAGO ORD FRANKFURT FRA 16:05 07:20(next day) LH MAY 18 FRANKFURT FRA NAPLES NAP 10:05 11:55 UA MAY 18 ROME FCO CHICAGO ORD 12:40 16:15 UA MAY 18 CHICAGO ORD DES MOINES DSM 19:15 20:26 Trip Details: May 14 Departure from USA Transfer on your own to Des Moines airport for your flight to Frankfurt with connection in Chicago, arriving in Frankfurt at 7:20AM (next morning). Meals will be served on the intercontinental flight. May 15 - Arrival in Naples (with connection in Frankfurt airport) Mt. Vesuvius Sorrento 7:20AM Arrive at Frankfurt airport, clear passport control and proceed to gate for your connecting flight to Naples 10:05AM flight LH334 departs from Frankfurt. 11:55AM Arrival at Naples airport. Outside the luggage claim area meet your private English speaking tour escort. Together board your private bus and transfer to Cantine Vesuvio for a tour of the winery estate and welcome lunch. Later continue onto your hotel in Sorrento. Balance of the afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. May 16 th (Wed) Sorrento - Naples Pompeii Sorrento Breakfast at the hotel. This morning depart on a full day excursion to Naples and Pompeii. Tour of Archaeological Museum in Naples, and free time for lunch on your own. Afternoon guided tour of the Archeological Park of Pompeii, then return transfer to your hotel Sorrento. Dinner on your own.

4 May 17th (Thu) Sorrento Amalfi Coast tour Vietri sul Mare Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Departure for a tour on the Amalfi Coast, including stop in Amalfi. Dinner and overnight at the hotel in Vietri. Here enjoy the unique experience of visiting this enoagricultural establishment not only because of its ancient history, but also for its particular biodynamic approach in winemaking. It dedicates itself to the land with energy and love, reflecting this passion in the high quality of its wine. May 18th (Fri) Vietri drive thru Calabria region Taormina Breakfast at the hotel and check out. Transfer day. Time for lunch and stretch a bit. Continuation onto Taormina, via ferry from Villa San Giovanni to Messina. Dinner on own and overnight in Taormina. May 19th (Sat) Taormina Mt. Etna Taormina Mid morning transfer to Mt. Etna to Silvestri craters. Afterwards visit wine producer Barone di VillaGrande for wine tasting and lunch. Afternoon return to Taormina for free afternoon to visit at your own pace. Dinner on own. May 20th (Sun) Taormina Cefalu Palermo Morning departure from Taormina and transfer to Cefalu. Orientation tour and free time for lunch on own, then continue onto your hotel in Palermo. Dinner and overnight. Dinner on own. May 21st (Mon) Palermo Monreale Palermo Full day tour including Monreale Cloister and Palatine Chapel in Palermo, as well as visit to the Capuchin Catacombs in Palermo Lunch and dinner on your own. Overnight in Palermo. May 22nd (Tue) Palermo Marsala Trapani Palermo Full day excursion to Marsala to visit the wine producer Donnafugata. Wine tasting and lunch. En route visit also the Salt Pans of Trapani. Return to your hotel in Palermo with stop in Segesta to see the ancient Greek temple. Dinner on your own. Overnight in Palermo.

5 May 23rd (Wed) Palermo Rome Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Palermo airport for flight to Rome. - Arrival at Rome s Fiumicino airport and transfer to hotel in Rome city center. Late morning arrival, free time for lunch on own. Afternoon tour of Baroque Rome with its fountains and squares (Trevi fountains, Piazza Navona, Pantheon, etc.). Dinner on own. Overnight in Rome. May 24th (Thu) Rome: Vatican Museums and Coliseum Morning guided tour of Vatican Museums + Afternoon guided tour of Ancient Rome with Coliseum. Farewell dinner. May 25th (Fri) Rome airport return flight to USA Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to Rome airport for your return flight to USA (flight LH334 departing at 12:40PM. Connecting in Chicago, before arriving in Des Moines).

6 Summerset Adventure Tours 2018 Sicily, Italy with a touch of Naples & Rome May (12 Days / 10 Nights) Hosted by: Ron & Linda Mark Linda Mark: Ron Mark: Simple Agreement Please print, sign and send this form for each travel member to: owner@summersetwine.com, or by mail to: Summerset Adventure Tours, Fairfax St. Indianola, Iowa I, agree to the terms as stated in the documents (each person must fill out form). I understand that there may be minor inconveniences during this trip and that I will not sue Summerset Adventure Tours or Summerset Winery or hold Ron or Linda Mark responsible. I understand that I will need to be physically capable to do a lot of walking including stairs, and that handicapped facilities are not always available or convenient. I understand that 27 people are needed for this trip and this trip will be cancelled if we do not have 27 people. I understand that all deposits will be returned if Summerset Adventure Tours cancels the trip. I agree to put forth as much effort as possible to have a great time on this trip. I understand that should I be in a bad mood I will try not infect the rest of the people on the trip with my difficulties. I agree to have a great time! Signed: Printed: Today s date: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone Number(s): Emergency Contact not traveling with you. Name & phone number & Check list: 1. First payment of $1,000 per person is due to Summerset Adventure Tours as soon as possible 2. All payments and copy of passport are due to Summerset Adventure Tours by March 1,, Sign Simple Agreement and return FOR SUMMERSET ADVENTURE TOUR USE ONLY Form of payment Payment Amount Received: Roommate: Yes No Credit Card (add 3% to total) Check # Name: Single Occupancy (add additional $670.00) Yes No Passport Copy: Fairfax Indianola, Iowa Phone: (515) hello@summersetwine.com

7 Frequently Asked Questions Summerset Adventure Tours 1. How many bags can I take? One checked bag is free up to 50 pounds. You are responsible for carrying all your bags. Travel light!!! Only bring what you are comfortable carrying/transporting. One personal item on plane: No charge One bag carry-on: No charge One bag checked: No charge Size and Weight Per Bag Allowed* 45 in/ (carry-on) 62 in (checked) 50 lbs (checked) 2. How much money do I need? The prices in Europe are similar to the United States. The Euro fluctuates daily. Check on-line for conversations. You ll be responsible for most lunches and dinners. Almost every place will accept credit cards, but you should also purchase Euro s. We recommend bringing a credit card or debit card and getting some cash at an ATM machine. ATM machines give you the most current rate of exchange. There are ATM machines everywhere. Call your credit card company and debit card company before you leave to let them know you are leaving the country. Ask them what your fees and charges will be. 3. What clothes should I bring? Bring comfortable walking shoes. Clothing is casual, anything you normally wear is fine. A lightweight scarf for men and women is very useful. Be sure you bring a light jacket and clothes you can layer. Bring a pair of gloves and an umbrella. The weather can change quickly. Jeans are OK, or khaki slacks. Shorts are not allowed in churches, and women must cover bare shoulders. Be prepared for possible temperature fluctuations from 50 s at night to 80 s during the day. 4. What are the physical requirements? Be prepared to walk A LOT! Elevators are almost non-existent on tours, so you must be able to climb stairs. You must be able to walk and/or stand normally for minutes AND be able to climb up to 3 flights of stairs AND be able to walk on uneven surfaces AND be able to climb uneven stairs. AND possibly do this more than once a day. 5. Are there bathrooms available? Bathroom breaks will be given at regular intervals during tours, but sometimes because of traffic or location, you may have to wait up to 2 hours or more for a restroom. 6. How do I get a Passport? If you don t have a passport, go to the US post office to get one or go online for more information: 7. Do I need travel insurance? Travel insurance is generally affordable. We offer insurance through our agent. If you purchase insurance, we suggest you understand completely what is covered and what isn t. Read the fine print. 8. Do I tip in Europe? Tipping is usually around 10% at restaurants. Sometimes a service charge has been added to your bill. The service charge has nothing to do with the tip. Tips are included for maids and any meals included in your package. 9. Do I tip my tour guide, driver, and day guides? Yes, of course you do. There is a recommended tip chart on your information sheet. Please make sure you have enough money to tip at the end of the trip. Sometimes we ll have a new driver half way through our tour, but our guide will make sure you know that the driver will be leaving. Your tour guide will be with you every day and we think you ll really enjoy him (or her). We suggest setting aside money early or prior to your trip for tipping. 10. How do I make phone calls to the United States? Contact your cell phone company to set your phone to make calls from Europe. 11. What if we are making our own flight arrangements? How do we find our group? If you are flying separately arrive before the rest of the group. Our group name will be Summerset, and our guide will meet us at the airport and have a sign. Make sure you know the group travel arrival information so you can make your way to the terminal and gate where the group is waiting. Be prepared to find your own transportation to the hotel if arriving later than the group. 12. Will my hair dryer work in Europe? Europe uses 220 volts of electricity, which will burn up your hair dryer or curling iron (and maybe your hair!!). Our hotels will have hair dryers because we are staying in 4 star hotels. Make sure your appliance has a switch for 110 or 220. If not, you can purchase a converter ( ) at Target or Walmart. 13. Is a 4-star hotel the same as in the United States? No. But they are much better than 2 star or 3 star hotels! 14. Will I be able to do laundry? Bring clothes you can rinse out in your room. There are also laundry-mats available. Also, the hotels will have laundry services. It s ok to wear clothes more than once, remember travel light!

8 15. Will my valuables be safe in the hotel? Most hotels will have a safe. You may be required to leave a deposit to use the safe. We suggest you leave valuables and jewelry at home. 16. What should I carry on the plane with me? Bring any medicine, money and valuables in your carry-on bag. We suggest a change of clothes (just in case), and any personal items you need. We may be starting the tour before we arrive at the hotel, so be prepared with any items you may need. 17. I m afraid of people who aren t like me. You need to be comfortable around people who speak other languages and have different cultures. You should act comfortable with people who do not look like you. 18. I don t have a roommate. You should consider bringing your own friend/partner or paying the single supplement fee. Summerset is not responsible for finding you a roommate and we do not guarantee that you will get along. If you do find a roommate during Summerset s informational meetings, we suggest you spend some time getting to know the person to see if you are compatible. We suggest going out for coffee and asking if the other person snores, gets up early, stays up late, uses a noise machine, needs the TV on, needs a nightlight, needs total silence, total darkness, likes to talk a lot, doesn t like to talk, likes to read late, likes to drink alot, doesn t drink at all, is messy, is neat, etc. 19. Be prepared for your own emergencies. Examples: snacks, weak bladder, medicines 20. I have a special diet. Please let Summerset Adventure Tours know early in the planning stages so you have the proper meals you need. Examples: Peanut allergy, Gluten-free, vegetarian. 21. Please listen to the tour guide. Yes, they DO know more than you! For the safety of everyone, please be quiet and listen to the guide for information and instructions. 22. Yes, you are representing the United States! Please respect the culture and customs of the places you visit. 23. Don t forget to have a great time!