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1 TIME #passion #manufacture #experience A journey through art, culture, architecture, historic heritage, gastronomy. OPIFEX.DESIGN

2 Sicily roads of your dreams The trip at a glace Program Cars Roadmap through Sicily in a classic car Accomodation Opifex design TIME FIAT 514 (1930)

3 Sicily roads of your dreams Experience quiet country roads lined with sea landscape, culinary delights in Italian trattorias and cultural highlights in Siracusa and Noto. Travel through Sicily in a classic car With the Sicily warmth wind blowing in your face and the sound of the cylinders rejoicing in your ears, enjoy a sporty and elegant driving experience behind the wheel of a legendary classic car. Along country roads lined with sea landscape, the routes pass through scenery characterized by sea, history and charming landscape. Whenever you stop to explore a historical site, your classic car will be sure to attract admiring glances. Whether visiting wonderful Barocco di Noto or admiring the cultural highlights in Siracusa, your senses will be awakened and delighted. The same goes for the charming resort where you ll be staying. Truly immerse yourself in the Sicily of life! Your travel highlights Stay in stately surroundings, a former noble residence Sicilian gastronomic and wine tasting An unforgettable experience in luxuriant nature, crystal clear sea and culinary art Artistic and architectural masterpieces in Siracusa, Ortigia island and Noto 02

4 The trip at a glance DAY 1: CLASSIC CAR TRIP Your transfer from the airport to the hotel will give you a good idea of what to expect in the upcoming days. Your trip will get off to a grand start when you check into Caiammari Resort, a former aristocratic estate. Your heart will start beating even faster when you start the ignition for the first time and drive off in your classic car. DAY 2: ROADS OF YOUR DREAMS TO NOTO AND ITS BAROQUE A fantastic scenario that will make your heart shine ahead of you today. Follow the country's quiet streets through the baroque style and the white stone of Noto's architecture. This small town in the southeast is the heart and at the same time a starting point for a visit to the valley of the Sicilian baroque. The beautiful Val di Noto, a Unesco World Heritage Site, with its artistic and architectural patrimony includes eight late-baroque towns in south-east Sicily, rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake by skilled local architects and sculptors following the artistic canons of the time. The greatest expression of Sicilian baroque, these fascinating towns are characterised by delightful streets, alley ways and steps leading up to aristocratic palaces and majestic churches. Noto, the stone garden, is considered the capital. Rebuilt after the earthquake 10 kilometres from the original site, the town is a masterpiece of baroque. In Modica, the majestic Cathedral of St. George, the architectural symbol of the Val di Noto, dominates the picturesque town and the two valleys. Other baroque treasures can be found in the centres of Ragusa-Ibla, the city of the 50 churches, Scicli, an enchanting town forever in artistic Palazzolo Acreide, Caltagirone and Militello Val di Catania as well as the historic centre of Catania. 04

5 DAY 3: SIRACUSA AND ORTIGIA ISLAND Siracusa - its thousand-year old history, the Neapolis, Ortygia, the papyrus of the Ciane, its charming and fascinating territories and coasts. Piazza Duomo surrounded by magnificent baroque palaces it is the core of the civil and religious life of Ortygia, the ancient city of Syracuse, a UNESCO heritage. The Cathedral is an exceptional case of mixed architecture: a pagan temple and at the same time a Christian church. Maniace Castle is a true symbol of the power and the genius of Emperor Federico II, who built it upon an ancient fort between 1232 and Tempio di Apollo the magnificence of these Greek ruins can be immediately noticed when arriving to the small island of Ortygia. In the late evening it is lovely to take a walk along the sea-front promenade of Ortigia Island. Surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea, the seawall that encloses Ortygia provides a romantic route around the island. DAY 4: PALAZZOLO ACREIDE The noble and ancient town gives the impression that the stones have been forged with the help of the wind and bizarre deity creators. Indeed, nearby, in an area called The Santoni, there is a rocky complex dedicated to the worship of goddess Cibele, eastern Phrygian deity identified with the Great Mother. On top of the city you will find the archaeological area of Akrai, founded by the people from Siracusa in 664 BC; there are also a small Greek theater (that hosts classical performances) and other remains of places of worship, tombs, quarries and a decumanus. Starting from Piazza del Popolo you will be fascinated by the immensity of the church of San Sebastiano, rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake; the impressive staircase adds charm to the façade which was built in three orders. During the festival, people cook the cudduri, typical bread bagels with a bay leaf. The Town Hall goes back to the beginning of the twentieth century and it was built in neoclassical and Liberty style. We will be delighted to welcome you to the Caiammari Boutique Hotel & Spa, your residence for the next few days. This is where you will be acquainted with the touring car of your choice: an automotive icon from the 60s and 70s, its chrome bodywork gleaming in the sun. Follow in the tire tracks of the inventor of the automobile, through romantic villages and the rolling hills of the regional vineyards. 06

6 Program Day 1 - Welcome Arrival at Catania airport Pick up and accommodation at Hotel Caiammari Boutique & Spa Day 2 - Sicily Baroque Assignment Classic Car and team breafing Tour of Val di Noto Lunch at Masseria Return to hotel Day 3 - Ortigia between land and sea Transfer to Ortigia Guided tour around Ortigia -the historic center Light Lunch on the Great Harbor port Return to hotel Day 4 - Opifex home Walking hills of est Sicily Picnic farm Mandredonne Regularity Race Return to hotel 08

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8 Your stylish journey through time Experience unforgettable moments that will touch your soul with Opifex Classic Car Travel LANCIA AURELIA BERLINA B LANCIA AURELIA B LANCIA ASTURA BERLINA 1963 GIULIA SPIDER LANCIA AURELIA B20 COUPE' 1949 LANCIA APRILIA FERRARI 308 GTS 1960 ALFA ROMEO GIULIETTA SPIDER 1973 FERRARI DINO 246GT 1962 FLAVIA CONVERTIBILE VIGNALE and m e.. 12

9 The route Route Service Price Siracusa - Noto Distance approx. 38 km Noto - Siracusa Distance approx. 38 km Siracusa - Palazzolo Acreide Distance approx. 40 km Included in the price _Nostalgic classic, including fully comprehensive insurance, petrol _Four nights with breakfast in the Hotel Caiammari **** _ Three lunches _Adminission and guided tour in accordance with the itinerary _English speaking-guide _Transfer from/to Catania airport _Roadbook and vehicle service throughout the entire journey Not included in the price _Meals, unless otherwise indicated _Drinks You can find more information concering this tour: Mrs. Cristina Licata licata@opifex.design / EUR Partecipants Dates April and September May, June and July August per person in a double room (single room on request) 10 people April / May / June / July August / September 14

10 An unforgettable pleasure in luxuriant nature, crystal clear sea and culinary art. Hotel Caiammari was established thanks to the skilful work of restoration of an ancient noble villa and is now one of the most exclusive hotels in Siracusa on the eastern Sicilian coast. The 18 stylishly decorated rooms are surrounded by a vast garden of several secular trees and amazing swimming pools with warm colours and precious unique details. Restaurant Hibiscus CHARME NATURE & RELAX The food is a combination of traditional Sicilian with a modern touch our staff will delight you with their Sicilian charm and hospitality. 16

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