AN EXCLUSIVE JOURNEY NORTHERN ITALY May 27 Jun 3, 2018 8-20 8/7 18 GUESTS DAYS / NIGHTS MEALS Brooks Wine invites you on an unforgettable trip to Northern Italy. Come explore with us for eight days of authentic experiences and unbelievable cuisine. Learn about the winemaking culture of Northern Italy, from its centuries-old history to modern-day techniques. Discover wine varietals indigenous to this hilly, fertile land, and meet third-generation winemakers and families deeply rooted in tradition. Savor regional dishes like stuffed tortellini. View Lake Garda and Lake Iseo, along with medieval cities, ruins, and other breathtaking sites. 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 1
SUN, MAY 27 DAY 1 VERONA Land at the Verona Villafranca Airport, and meet your Travel Director. Take a private transfer to the hotel, which is also a wine estate and farm. LAKE GARDA Tour the lush property. Come together to enjoy dinner with wine, featuring specialities from the surrounding three regions of Veneto, Lombardia, and Emilia Romagna. Dinner Overnight at Borgo San Donino MON, MAY 28 DAY 2 DESENZANO DEL GARDA Join Marina at Podere Selva Capuzza for a hands-on pasta workshop. After, enjoy a lovely lunch of our own creation. SAN MARTINO TOWER Enjoy a walk in the country to San Martino Tower. Climb the tower and learn about the part it played in Italy s fight for independence between 1848 1870. The property s winemaker, Luca, will join us for dinner and discuss the region s wine. After, a storyteller brings to life the battle of Solferino with an engaging performance. Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Borgo San Donino 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 2
TUE, MAY 29 DAY 3 RONCA Tour a family-run cheesemaking facility that dates back to the 1920s. The family produces artisan cheeses using sheep, cow, and goat milk. Savor a charcuterie tasting and lunch following the private tour. VERONA Continue to Verona for an expertly guided walking tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site made famous by Shakespeare s Romeo and Juliet. See the Piazza delle Erbe, the Verona Arena, Ponte Pietra, Juliet s balcony, and more fine examples of Roman and Gothic architecture. Enjoy dinner at your leisure this evening in Verona. Breakfast, lunch Overnight at Borgo San Donino WED, MAY 30 DAY 4 TRENTINO Depart early this morning for the province of Trentino a breathtaking territory with mountains and valleys. Head to Vallagarina Valley where we ll visit de TARCZAL, a well-established wine estate with a royal history. Devour a lunch of regional dishes at their quaint ristorante. MALCESINE Unwind in Malcesine a beautiful town on the eastern shore of Lake Garda. Enjoy time to stroll along the lake path or shop downtown. Savor a dinner of regional specialties at the hotel. Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Borgo San Donino 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 3
THU, MAY 31 DAY 5 BRESCIA Rise early and travel to Brescia, the second largest city in Northern Italy. A walking tour with a local guide uncovers some of the best-preserved examples of Roman architecture in the area. Visit Piazza del Foro and see the Capitoline Temple and remains of the Theatre, Forum, and Basilica. After, tour a family-operated wine estate that produces Franciacorta, a sparkling white wine. Visit the cellar and gardens, finishing with lunch on the terrace overlooking the vineyards. LAKE ISEO Head to Lake Iseo for a boat tour of Monte Isola, and the smaller islands of Loreto and San Paolo. Monte Isola is an absolute gem. Learn about its fishing traditions producing fishing nets, boat making, and fish conservation. Indulge in a lake-toplate dinner of fish from nearby Lake Garda paired with wine at our hotel. Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Borgo San Donino FRI, JUN 1 DAY 6 SIRMIONE Start the day in Sirmione, a picturesque peninsula on Lake Garda. Spend the evening amid grottos, castles, Roman ruins, and thermal baths. Take part in one of the optional excursions, such as a boat ride around the lake or a tour of the Grottoes of Catullus. Lunch is at your leisure in Sirmione. VALPOLICELLA Head to Valpolicella, the famed winemaking commune. Stop at Corte Lonardi to meet winemaker Giuseppe Lonardi. After a tour of the vineyard and estate, enjoy a tasting of select wines. A rustic dinner at Giuseppe s family trattoria is to follow. Breakfast, dinner Overnight at Borgo San Donino 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 4
SAT, JUN 2 DAY 7 BORGHETTO Greet the charming village of Borghetto. Enjoy a pasta-making demonstration and a delicious lunch. Learn tortellini s other name, Nodo d Amore, meaning love knot. DESENZANO DEL GARDA Spend the afternoon back at our hotel and wine estate. Join together for a memorable farewell dinner this evening with newfound friends. Breakfast, lunch, dinner Overnight at Borgo San Donino SUN, JUN 3 DAY 8 VERONA Indulge in a delicious final breakfast, and check out of the hotel. Take a private transfer to the Verona Villafranca Airport for departures home. Arrivederci! Breakfast 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 5
EXTEND YOUR TRIP + 4 DAYS IN VENICE SUN, JUN 3 DAY 8 Travel to Venice by train with your travel director. Check into your hotel and have lunch on your own before meeting your local guide for an afternoon walking tour of Doge s Palace and St. Mark s Basilica. See magnificent canals, narrow streets, and beautiful marble buildings. Enjoy dinner at your leisure this evening. Overnight at Hotel L Orologio Venezia MON, JUN 4 DAY 9 Today, enjoy a full-day guided exploration of Venice with your local guide. Take a walking tour of the unseen side of Venice and explore the Jewish Ghetto and other delights with your local guide. Cruise along the Grand Canal in true Venetian form. Lunch and dinner are on your own with recommendations from your guide. Breakfast Overnight at Hotel L Orologio Venezia 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 6
TUE, JUN 5 DAY 10 Enjoy the city of Venice at your own pace today. The city is best seen by getting lost in the maze of narrow streets and canals. Lunch and dinner are on your own with recommendations from your guide. Breakfast Overnight at Hotel L Orologio Venezia WED, JUN 6 DAY 11 Savor your last breakfast in Italy, then take a private transfer to the Venice Marco Polo Airport for flights home. Breakfast 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 7
ACCOMMODATIONS BORGO SAN DONINO Enjoy seven nights at this family-run wine estate and farm in Northern Italy. Sitting on 124 acres in the hills south of Lake Garda, this wine estate consists of vineyards, a 15th-century farmhouse, truffle grounds, a massive olive grove, and restaurant. Rest in one of the properties 11 comfortable apartments. The apartments are divided between a large farmhouse and a restored barn and are decorated with natural elements. HOTEL L OROLOGIO VENEZIA (VENICE EXTENSION) In Venice, enjoy three nights at this luxury historic building in Riva de l Ogio. The property reflects the class and elegance of Venice featuring refined fabrics and precious marbles. Located along the Grand Canal, the hotel is within walking distance of many major sites, including Campo San Palo, the Ponte di Rialto, and Santa Maria ai Frari. Rest in one of the property s 43 spacious, elegant rooms. 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 8
THE FINE PRINT QUESTIONS? GET IN TOUCH. DETAILS DATES Program: May 27 Jun 3, 2018 Extension: Jun 3 8, 2018 FLIGHT INFORMATION If you would like assistance with reserving your flights, please contact us at guestservices@experi.com. ACTIVITY LEVEL This trip has been designed to include daily exploratory walks that range from one to three hours. Guests should feel comfortable meandering along cobbled surfaces, walking up and down stairs, and sauntering down uneven nature paths. Typically, our more invigorating walks are included as optional activities. Please contact us at guestservices@experi.com if you have questions. Note: Group maximum is based on double occupancy. INCLUDED 7 nights accommodations, including all taxes and fees Meals as listed on the itinerary: 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 6 dinners, plus wine pairings with most major meals All private excursions described in the itinerary along with services of local speakers, guides, entrance fees, gratuities, and transportation Full guiding services of a dedicated Experi Travel Director Private airport transfers with porterage on the first and last scheduled days of the program NOT INCLUDED Pre-and post-trip accommodations and associated expenses Air and land transportation to/from host cities All types of personal insurance Personal expenses Additional alcoholic beverages beyond those included with major meals 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 9
RATES* Classic: $3,995 Deluxe: $4,295 Single: $4,895 Call to discuss availability and rates for triple, quad, and child accommodations. EXTENSION RATES* Classic: $2,395 Single: $3,595 *Rates are per person, double occupancy in US Dollars DEPOSITS A $1,000 deposit per person reserves your space for this program. Final payments are due no later than 90 days prior to departure. TRAVEL TERMS & CONDITIONS View our complete terms and conditions at https://experi.com/terms. 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 10
RESERVATION FORM RESERVING GUEST INFO To reserve your spot, we just need the name of one person in your group. We'll get the names of the rest of your group in the next section. PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR DEPARTURE: Departure Name Departure Date NAME: ADDRESS: First Address Line 1 Last Address Line 2 Email City State / Province / Region Phone ZIP / Postal Code Country HOW DID YOU HEAR ABOUT US? TERMS & CONDITIONS I have reviewed and agree to the Terms & Conditions. https://experi.com/terms ROOM SELECTION We'll do our best to make sure you get the kind of room you want. ROOM CATEGORY: HOW MANY TRAVELERS IN YOUR GROUP? Per person based on double occupancy. In U.S. dollars. Airfare Required deposit is $1,000 per guest. not included unless noted otherwise. GUEST INFORMATION: Now let's get to know the rest of your group. Enter information for the remainder of your traveling party Guest #2 First & Last Name Guest #5 Guest #3 Guest #6 Guest #4 Guest #7 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 11
EXTENSION & INSURANCE EXTENSION? TRAVEL INSURANCE: If offered, add your destination's extension to your reservation. Protect yourself from the unexpected. We highly recommend Travel Guard to all of our guests for protection and peace of mind. Add on my destination's extension. No thanks. Send me info about purchasing travel insurance. No thanks. DEPOSIT Program deposit is $1,000 per person. If selected, Extension deposit is $500 per person. Credit / Debit Card Check BILLING ADDRESS: PLEASE MAIL YOUR DEPOSIT CHECK TO: Experi PO Box 10576 Address Line 1 Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 Please note your reservation will not be confirmed until your deposit is received. Please reference reserving guest name and program on check. Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country CREDIT/DEBIT CARD Amount ($) to charge Card Number Expiration Date (MM/YY) Security Code Cardholder Name Cardholder Signature 206.905.4260 info@experi.com https://experi.com/brooks-wine/ 12