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ENCHANTING SOUTHERN

Blue-Roads | Europe

Southern Italy beguiles every sense. On this enchanting journey we'll step back in time to the days of the Roman Empire in the beautiful Bay of , tour ancient cities and explore pastel- hued villages on the Coast - all while savouring exquisite regional delicacies.

TOUR CODE:

BEHSINN-0 Thank You for Choosing Blue-Roads

Thank you for choosing to travel with Back-Roads Touring. We can’t wait for you to join us on the mini-coach!

About Your Tour Notes THE BLUE-ROADS DIFFERENCE Take part in a traditional Italian cookery lesson on a working country These tour notes contain everything you need to know estate before your tour departs – including where to meet, Tour the age old marble temples of what to bring with you and what you can expect to do UNESCO World Heritage listed on each day of your itinerary. You can also print this Paestum document out, use it as a checklist and bring it with you Indulge in a Limoncello tasting at a on tour. lemon grove near sleepy Minori

Please Note: We recommend that you refresh TOUR CURRENCIES this document one week before your tour departs to ensure you have the most up-to-date + Italy - EUR accommodation list and itinerary information available. Your Itinerary

DAY 1 | NAPLES-POMPEII -PAESTUM

After we’ve met the group, a local guide will lead us into the labyrinthine streets of Naples’ historic centre in search of the Cappella Sansevero - the home of the Veiled Christ, one of the finest sculptures in the world. The afternoon will transport us back in time, with a visit to one of the world’s most famous archaeological wonders: Pompeii. Tonight, we’ll clink glasses over a welcome dinner in World Heritage-Listed Paestum. Accommodation: Il Granaio dei Casabella (or similar)

MEALS: Dinner

DAY 2 | PAESTUM - MINORI

Today we’ve an appointment at Tenuta Seliano - an authentic farm-inn - where we’ll be lucky enough to visit the buffaloes and watch the owner make light, fresh mozzarella. We’ll then take a guided tour of Paestum before returning to the farm - and a kitchen piled high with fresh local produce. Time for a cooking lesson! Our hard work will be rewarded as we tuck into our own creations at lunch with the host family.Then: we’ll end the day in Minori, our base for the next five days. Accommodation: The Minori Palace Hotel (or similar)

MEALS: Breakfast Lunch

DAY 3 | MINORI - - TRAMONTI - MINORI

This morning we’ll make stops at the grand (the historical centre of Ravello) and the splendid - before moving on to a lemon grove for an afternoon with a zesty twist! After learning how the lemons are grown, we’ll dive into a tasting spread of limoncello, lemon salad and of course, lemon gelato. Later, dinner will be a group affair. Accommodation: The Minori Palace Hotel (or similar)

MEALS: Breakfast Dinner DAY 4 | MINORI - AMALFI - - MINORI

Today’s first stop, Amalfi, will be nothing short of wow-inducing. After taking in the sights on a short walking tour, we’ll venture onwards to the blissful town of Positano. This afternoon, we’ll return to Minori - where we’ll meet a local artisan and join a fun ceramic decorating session. Accommodation: The Minori Palace Hotel (or similar)

MEALS: Breakfast

DAY 5 | MINORI - - MINORI

The high life beckons today! After setting sail to the island of Capri, we’ll enjoy a ride on the charming funicular railway - which will whisk us away from the port and through bright, fragrant lemon groves. We’ll then take some free time to see and be seen among the exclusive boutiques, cafés and restaurants of Capri town before returning to Minori. Accommodation: The Minori Palace Hotel (or similar)

MEALS: Breakfast

DAY 6 | MINORI - NAIORI - VIETRI - CETARA - MINORI

Today we’ll add more pearls to our collection with visits to and Cetara. After spending the morning exploring, we’ll make tracks to - which is famous for its hand-painted, vividly coloured ceramics. Back in Minori, we’ll enjoy some free time before coming together for a delicious farewell dinner. Accommodation: The Minori Palace Hotel (or similar)

MEALS: Breakfast Dinner

DAY 7 | MINORI - PALACE OF CASERTA - SANT'AGATA DEI GOTI - NAPLES

Today we’ll say goodbye to the and move on to the 18th-century Royal Palace of Caserta, the last great creation of the Italian Baroque period. Then: from the royal to the rustic! Our next stop will be a farmhouse in Sant’Agata de’ Goti, where we’ll taste fabulous Falanghina wines produced from black grapes grown in the region. We’ll have time for one last Italian lunch before we return to Naples, where our adventure will come to a close.

MEALS: Breakfast Lunch Tour Information

Meals Blue-Roads Travel App INCLUDED MEALS

Breakfast (B) is included daily. Why not check in for your tour using the Back- Some of your lunches and dinners are also Roads app? included, either in hotels or local restaurants. This handy tool allows you to view your These are indicated by (L) and (D) in the bookings, check your itinerary, see tour maps itinerary. and more – making it the perfect travel Please note that drinks will not always be companion for your Back-Roads trip. included. How to Download the Back-Roads app We will do our best to accommodate any specific dietary requirements you may have. 1. Launch the App Store or Google Play on Please ensure to make these clear to us your device before your tour begins so we can 2. Search ‘Back-Roads’ and click ‘OK’ communicate them to our hotels, restaurants 3. Select the Back-Roads app in the search and suppliers. results 4. Click the download/install button 5. The app should be installed in your device’s applications page

Other Information

Finances

CHANGING MONEY SPENDING MONEY CASH: Foreign money can be changed at Naturally, everyone’s spending varies. Many of banks, airports, railway and tube stations, and your meals are included in the price of your at major hotels (though at a less favourable tour, so this just leaves a few meals and your rate) personal spending to budget for. CREDIT CARDS: Visa and MasterCard are widely Tips for the Tour Leader and Driver are not accepted. American Express is only accepted in included. Tipping is entirely at your some larger establishments discretion; however, if you feel you have CASH MACHINES: ATMS are widely available received exceptional service, it is recommended that you tip £1-2/€ per day for Drivers and £4-5/€ per day for Tour Leaders.

Insurance Passports and Visas

You will need to take out full travel insurance We advise you either to carry a photocopy of before travelling with Back-Roads Touring. your passport (and visa, if applicable) with you Please ensure that you have adequate medical, while abroad, or to ensure that you leave a personal effects and cancellation cover. copy with relatives back at home. We recommend that you carry your insurance This will enable the local embassy or high details with you at all times. You may be asked commission to arrange a replacement if the to provide details of your medical insurance or original should be lost or stolen. a payment guarantee in some countries before If you do take copies with you on your trip, medical assistance can be provided. please ensure that you keep these separate Your insurance company may not assist you from your original documents. with your claim if the instructions given in the It is your responsibility to obtain any visas policy have not been followed. necessary to enable you to travel in Europe or Asia. Contact your local consular office for more information. Transport

We travel in premium mini-coaches equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning and large windows for enjoying the view. With far more flexibility than a standard-size coach, we’re able to take the scenic route – winding through beautiful countryside to the heart of tiny villages and coastal towns. What to Bring

Suggested Packing List Wondering what to take with you on tour? Our packing list can be used as a guide. Please Note: What you pack will depend on the countries you’re visiting and the time of year you plan to travel. The following is a suggested clothing list only, based on our experience:

Sun hat Sunglasses Shorts/skirts Long-sleeved tops Short-sleeved tops Trousers Light jacket Waterproof jacket and Warm jacket umbrella Walking shoes/comfortable shoes Smart casual evening Sleepwear Swimwear and towel wear

Other things to pack:

Multi-use travel adapter Camera Batteries Phone Personal medication Sunscreen Paracetamol or aspirin

OPTIONALS TO CONSIDER:

Motion sickness tablets Anti-diarrhoea tablets Sewing kit Lip balm

That's it!

We look forward to seeing you on tour.