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PLUS OPTIONAL CROATIAN CRUISE FULLY ESCORTED GROUP TOUR DEPARTING 4 MAY 2016 – 23 DAYS Holiday with like-minded travellers and a guide you can trust.

DAY 1: WED 04 MAY 2016 to our hotel in Sorrento. There is then time to relax DAY 15: WED 18 MAY 2016 Depart Australia before enjoying dinner at our hotel. (BB,D) Tuscany – Pisa – Rapallo DAY 9: THU 12 MAY 2016 Drive through the patchwork of vines, olives and Capri Excursion cypresses that typify the Chianti hills towards Pisa. On DAY 2: THU 05 MAY 2016 arrival, see the incredible Leaning tower from which Arrive Today we cruise to Capri, the Isle of Dreams. Under the Galileo is said to have conducted experiments on Mediterranean sun, take an open top taxi up to Capri velocity and gravity. See also the splendid Cathedral Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome, one of the Town, where have free time to explore the narrow world’s most historic cities, filled with classical and Baptistry, decorated with mosaics and designs in antiquities, medieval buildings, Renaissance palaces alleyways, browse exclusive boutiques and enjoy the solid marble. Continue along the coast to Rapallo on and baroque churches. On arrival at Rome Airport you views over the Tyrrhenian Sea. Later this afternoon, we the beautiful Italian Riviera. (BB,D) will be met and transferred to your hotel. Later, meet descend to the port by funicular railway and return to Sorrento, where the rest of the day is free to discover DAY 16: THU 19 MAY 2016 your Tour Director and fellow guests for a Welcome & Portofino Excursion Reception and the opportunity to mingle over dinner Sorrento at your leisure. You could stroll down to the harbour, visit the Church of St Francis, or just relax at at the hotel. (WD) Head for the port of La Spezia and a highlight of your your hotel. Why not join the locals with a pre-dinner tour, the Cinque Terre. A UNESCO World Heritage DAY 3: FRI 06 MAY 2016 promenade (passeggiata) tonight. (BB) site and one of Italy’s most beautiful landscapes! Rome Sightseeing DAY 10: FRI 13 MAY 2016 Appreciate the views as you approach one of the This morning, you are joined by a resident expert Excursion picturesque fishing villages by boat. Spend some time who leads you through the priceless art collection exploring the old medieval quarter or the popular of the Vatican Museums culminating beneath Travel along Italy’s finest coastline, the Amalfi Coast. sandy beach before continuing along to the elegant Michelangelo’s famous ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. Stop for a bird’s-eye view of the terraced houses of seaside village of Portofino, epitome of La Dolce More of Michelangelo’s genius is on display next door Positano before boarding minibuses to the heart of the Vita. Admire the gaily-coloured houses, browse in St Peter’s Basilica. Now cross the Tiber to visit the town. There’s time to be tempted by the boutiques! the boutiques, stay a while in the café bars on the Colosseum, where Gladiators once fought and then Later this afternoon, among the lemon and olive piazzetta and watch the yachts moored in the harbour. overlook the Roman Forum - former religious, political groves of Sorrento is a small farm owned by the third Weather permitting, return along the rugged Ligurian and commercial heart of the Roman Empire. Rome is generation of the Marciano family. Meet Rosa and coast by boat to your hotel. Tonight join your fellow now yours to discover at your own pace. Perhaps head Maria and see how fresh mozzarella is made by hand. group members for a Highlight Seafood Dinner in a for the Piazza Navona with its pavement cafes, 17th Walk through lemon groves, past the old olive mill local restaurant. (BB,HD) Century fountains and architecture, or head to the before indulging your taste buds in a delicious meal of designer boutiques near the Spanish Steps? Tonight, Italian specialties all fresh from the farm. Finish with a DAY 17: FRI 20 MAY 2016 we enjoy a pizza dinner in a typical Roman restaurant, taste of the famous Limoncello! (BB,HD) Rapallo – Italian Lakes before rounding off the evening with a sparkling DAY 11: SAT 14 MAY 2016 This morning, head north to the beautiful Italian Lake illuminations drive. (BB, HD) Sorrento – – Orvieto District, a favourite retreat of the rich and famous where Alpine scenery combines with luxuriant DAY 4: SAT 07 MAY 2016 Drive to the ancient Roman city of Pompeii, eerily subtropical vegetation. The premier attraction of Rome – Alberobello preserved by the eruptions of Mount Vesuvius in AD79. Lake Maggiore is the Borromean Islands. We take a Head south to stop in Caserta, famous for its Walk with a local expert through cobbled streets private boat over to Isola Bella, the largest and most monumental palace built by the Bourbon King Charles to explore some of the shops, villas and temples. famous island, renowned for its incredible palace and III in the mid-18th century to rival the court at Versailles. Witness colourful frescoes hidden for centuries. stunning Botanical Gardens. We enjoy a guided tour The smooth motorway takes you across the Apennines Continue through the heart of Italy and to the town of this privately owned palace with free time to admire to the lesser-known province of Puglia – the heel of of Orvieto, located on a rock pedestal overlooking a the gardens. Then continue to your lakeside resort on Italy’s boot. Continue through sun-baked landscapes, vineyard covered plain. Savour the distinctly medieval beautiful Lake Maggiore. (BB) where domed, circular, limestone structures known ambiance during your orientation and admire the as trulli, pepper the olive groves, vineyards and wheat richly decorated façade of the Cathedral in Piazza DAY 18: SAT 21 MAY 2016 fields. Clustered together, these strange beehive del Duomo. This evening, take in the flavours of the Como Excursion buildings form attractive towns and the region’s most region, learn about the ingredients and Italian food We travel to scenic Lake Como and visit Como Town, spectacular trulli town is Alberobello. (BB,D) culture. Join Chef Lorenzo for a fascinating live cooking a pleasant town with a lovely historical centre, where demonstration, followed by dinner and a glass of the there is time to enjoy a cappuccino or gelato in this DAY 5: SUN 08 MAY 2016 Orvieto Classico wine - a magical culinary experience! picturesque lakeside setting. Later return to our hotel, Alberobello (BB,HD) where the remainder of the afternoon is free at leisure Alberobello is a UNESCO World Heritage site, it’s DAY 12: SUN 15 MAY 2016 to relax and soak up the scenery. Tonight we dine at a narrow streets crowded with conical, whitewashed Orvieto – – Tuscany local restaurant. (BB,HD) trulli, clustered together like mushrooms, constructed entirely without mortar. Dating back to the 18th This morning we continue to hilltop Assisi nestled DAY 19: SUN 22 MAY 2016 century, you’ll find trulli dwellings, shops, restaurants on the slopes of Mount Subasio. With a local guide Italian Lakes – and even a trulli Cathedral to admire. We then we see the Church of St Mary of the Angels and Head east to elegant this morning for a venture along country roads to for an in-depth then visit the Basilica of St Francis. After some free leisurely walk past the well-preserved Roman Arena exploration of the extraordinary ‘Sassi’ - troglodyte time, we then drive further into the beautiful Tuscan still used for opera performances. Stand beneath the dwellings and churches dug out of the rock, the most countryside, the epitome of picture postcard Italy! balcony in the courtyard of Juliet’s house, supposed extensive example of their kind in the Mediterranean. Along the way we pass beautiful old farmhouses, location of the famous balcony love scene. After some A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mel Gibson chose olive groves and the famous Chianti vineyards. In free time, we continue on to Padua, where we visit Matera as the setting for his film ‘The Passion of the Montalcino, we visit a winery for a wine tasting and a the famous Basilica of St Anthony with its impressive, Christ’. We then travel to the stunning city of Ostuni, lunch of local specialties. Continue onto your home original Romanesque architecture and Gothic style with its dazzling whitewashed houses and fascinating for the next three nights, your elegant Tuscan villa. aisles and eastern apse, which were added in the 13th history, it is a true delight! This evening back in Your villa resort is a welcome retreat. Rest in the shade century. The interior boasts numerous monuments and Alberobello, break bread with your new friends over a of the lush, verdant gardens, enjoy a swim in the pool, the tomb of the famous sonottiero Gattamelata and delicious dinner, typical of the region. (BB,HD) or participate in a variety of leisure activities. (BB,HL) his son. Then it’s on to the enchanting city of Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic! (BB) DAY 6: MON 09 MAY 2016 DAY 13: MON 16 MAY 2017 Alberobello – Taormina & Excursion DAY 20: MON 23 MAY 2016 Venice The local roads take you south this morning to follow We begin today with a visit to hilltop San Gimignano, the shores of the Gulf of Taranto to the mountainous famous for its medieval towers that scrape the azure Even for the most experienced traveller, daybreak in Calabria region. Continue along the Purple Coast to Tuscan sky. Ascend serpentine alleyways to the artisan Venice brings excitement and anticipation. Start with the very toe of Italy and board your ferry bound for ice-cream parlour of World Champion gelato Maestro, a fascinating walk through some of the lesser-known Sicily and on to Taormina. (BB,D) Sergio Dondoli for a taste of his finest frozen treats. quarters of Venice. A local expert guide introduces you There is some free time for you to explore on your to the back lanes and ‘campi’, small squares, where DAY 7: TUE 10 MAY 2016 own, before we move onto the narrow cobbled streets tourists seldom tread. You also explore the bustling Taormina of medieval Siena. Stroll through the city with a local Rialto markets, a great place to sample local life. Not Taormina’s old town clings to the side of Mount Tauro, expert to the vast Piazza del Campo, where the Palio too far away, we see the mosaics of St. Mark’s Basilica, overlooking the Ionian Sea and the snowy peak of Mt. horse race takes place amid great festivities. See the the pink marbled Doges’ Palace and it’s adjoining Etna. Early risers may experience what D.H. Lawrence ‘Fountain of Joy’and then walk up to visit the hilltop Bridge of Sighs, which stand as testimony to the called the ‘dawn coast of Europe’. After breakfast, join Cathedral, striped with black and white marble. Later, city’s former wealth and power. We then visit an arts a local expert for a visit to the Greek Theatre, graced we head back to our Tuscan Villa where the remainder centre to witness the age-old skill of glassblowers and with the most spectacular of backdrops. Stroll on to of the afternoon is at your leisure. (BB,D) gondola builders. Later on your romantic gondola the tiny courtyard of the Palazzo Corvaja, Taormina’s serenade, glide along the atmospheric canals exploring grandest building. Further along elegant Corso DAY 14: TUE 17 MAY 2016 the intimate and hidden parts of this unique city while Umberto, the Piazza IX Aprile offers panoramic views. Excursion musicians set the mood with traditional songs! The We then continue to Mt. Etna, Europe’s largest active Today is devoted to the Renaissance City of Florence! remainder of the afternoon is then free to enjoy the volcano. Ascend through the lush fertile foothills to the This morning we meet our local guide for a walk magical atmosphere at your leisure. This evening, craters and barren lunar landscapes nearer the top. The through the historic centre. Then a highlight visit to celebrate your tour finalé with good food, good wine views over the eastern Sicilian coast and Ionian Sea are the Academy Gallery to admire Michelangelo’s original and good company in a magical setting! (BB,CD) spectacular. Return to Taormina where the remainder masterpiece ‘Statue of David’. Continue to the multi- of the day is free for you to enjoy Sicily’s most idyllic DAY 21: TUE 24 MAY 2016 coloured marble clad Cathedral to admire Giotto’s bell Depart Venice town at your own pace! (BB) tower and ‘Gates of Paradise’. Next stop is Signoria Our memorable Viva Italia Tour ends after breakfast DAY 8: WED 11 MAY 2016 Square, an open air museum and still the political heart today, for those returning home, we bid farewell with Taormina – Sorrento of Florence. Stroll on to Piazza Santa Croce, famous for its Basilica and luxury shops. You then have free time a transfer to Venice airport for your onward flight to Cross the straits of Messina back to mainland Italy by to explore the city at your leisure. Perhaps shop for Australia with arrival in Australia on Thu 26 May 2016. ferry, driving north through rustic Calabria via Salerno Florentine leather or gold! (BB) (BB) CRUISE OPTION

For those extending their journey, this afternoon DAY 24: FRI 27 MAY 2016 DAY 27: MON 30 MAY 2016 we board Ponant Cruises “Le Lyrial” and set sail for Dubrovnik, Pula – Rovinj, Croatia Croatia and it’s many hidden treasures. (SD) On the southern tip of Croatia, the walled-in city of A passage between two worlds, Italian and Slav, DAY 22: WED 25 MAY 2016 former Ragusa reveals its secrets. Beautifully preserved, the hills of Istria roll down to the sea. In Pula, a Korcula, Croatia the architectural riches of this imperious town dazzle worthy heir to the Roman Empire, you will discover in the sunlight that illuminates the ochre-red roof tiles. a culture that dominated Europe for five centuries. Vineyards, olive groves and aromatic woodlands are Palaces, elegant buildings, cloisters and fountains are Here more than anywhere else time seems to stand dotted all over Korkula Island, in between hidden in perfect harmony in this unique setting, protected still in the town’s symbol, the Roman amphitheatre. coves of limpid blue water. Built on a peninsular, from the sea by its impressive city wall. Take your The clash of gladiators’ swords and the roar of perched on a promontory the island’s coastal fortress time as you stroll round the white marble paved 20,000 spectators may have fallen silent, but the of the same name is like an open-air museum. The streets, discovering a thousand years of history in one terraces of this theatre are still very impressive. navigator Marco Polo was born in Korkula, a city of place. Long considered as a rival to Venice, this city’s Built on a rocky outcrop on the west coast of Istria, ancient honey-coloured stone redesigned to create illustrious past has earned it UNESCO World Heritage Rovinj has only been connected to the coast in the unusual medieval architecture. The old town is a site status. Whether this is your first visit to Dubrovnik last three centuries. Legend has it that the port was checkerboard of marble-paved streets polished by or not, the unique aura of the “Pearl of the Adriatic” founded by the inhabitants of a submerged island time and lined with impressive monuments, such as always inspires the same emotions. (B,L,SD) city called Cissa. Once a peaceful fishing village of the 15th century St Mark’s Cathedral. (B,L,SD) narrow winding streets, today it is a cultural centre DAY 25: SAT 28 MAY 2016 and seaside resort, although the old town is a DAY 23: THU 26 MAY 2016 Kotor, harmonious blend of urban architecture from the Sibenik – Split, Croatia Located along one of Wold’s most beautiful bays is 17th and 18th centuries. The Venetian influence and In the heart of central Dalmatia, Sibenik is proud Kotor, a city of traders and famous sailors, with many a rich cultural heritage are in evidence everywhere in of its purely Croatian architecture, unlike that of stories to tell. The Old City of Kotor is a well preserved the architecture of the tall, red-roofed houses. The neighbouring cities founded by the Romans. Along urbanization typical of the middle Ages, built between highlight of your visit will undoubtedly be the Church the steep narrow streets behind the city walls, the the 12th and 14th century. Medieval architecture and of St Euphemia, a revered treasure dating back to the old town retains a prestigious ensemble of churches, numerous monuments of cultural heritage have made 8th century. (B,L,SD) palaces and public buildings most built in the 15th Kotor a UNESCO listed “World Natural and Historical DAY 28: TUE 31 MAY 2016 and 16th centuries. You will not want to miss Heritage Site”. Through the entire city the buildings are Depart Venice seeing St James Cathedral, a sparkling white jewel criss-crossed with narrow streets and squares. One of of a building, its dome standing proudly under the these squares contains the Cathedral of Saint Tryphon Today we disembark and farewell Venice and transfer Dalmatian sun above the clear blue waters of the sea. (Sveti Tripun), a monument of Roman culture and one to Venice airport to meet your flight back home. (B) An ancient cosmopolitan city and former imperial of the most recognisable symbols of the city. (B,L,SD) DAY 29: WED 01 JUN 2016 residence, Split is justifiably proud of its 1700 years Transit of history and fame, acquired thanks to the palace DAY 26: SUN 29 MAY 2016 built by the Roman Emperor Diocletian. Within the Hvar, Croatia impressively preserved walls, the Imperial Mausoleum A mild sunny climate has earned Hvar the epithet as DAY 30: THU 02 JUN 2016 today serves as the cathedral, and Gothic and “Croatia’s Madeira” and is one of the most beautiful Renaissance palaces are supported by the vaults islands on the Dalmatian Coast. Protected from the Arrival Australia and columns of ancient buildings. A UNESCO World wind by Mount Saint Nicolas, the town is encircled Heritage site, Diocletian’s Palace reveals thermal by ramparts and offers travellers many remarkable baths, alleyways and courtyards in the heart of a monuments such as the elegant cathedral. Be labyrinth where Pharaonic Egypt, Ancient Rome and enchanted by the low white-washed houses as you the Renaissance exist side by side in perfect harmony. stroll along the waterfront, where traditional fishing (B,L,SD) boats and leisure yachts line the quays. (B,L,SD)

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MEAL KEY (B) = Breakfast (BB) = Buffet Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (HL) = Highlight Lunch, (D) = Hotel Dinner, (HD) = Local Restaurant Dinner, (CD) = Celebration Dinner, (WD) = Welcome Dinner, (SD) = Ship Dinner Tour Price TOUR INCLUSIONS INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS $11,690 Rome: Join a resident expert to view the priceless art collection of the Vatican per person twin share Museums including the Sistine Chapel. Visit the Colosseum & overlook the Forum. Single Supplement: $1,690 per person Matera: Visit the famous ‘Sassi’ or cave dwellings, which were home to about 20,000 people until 1950. FULLY INCLUSIVE RATE AS PER 23 DAY LAND ITINERARY Taormina: Set on a cliff, open to the sky, take your seats in the ancient Greek Theatre and enjoy the view through the crumbling arches to snowy . *Return economy airfares to Italy Isle of Capri: Cruise to this famous isle and in the style of the jet-set, ex Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth ride up to town by open top taxi. Airfares subject to Early Bird availability Amalfi Coast: Drive along the Amalfi Coast & visit the colourful NB: CRUISE IS OPTIONAL AND town of Positano. NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE Pompeii: Walk with a local expert through the cobbled streets of this ill-fated town. (see Savenio for cruise pricing) Assisi: Find out why the Basilica of St Francis is considered one of the crowning achievements of medieval Europe. TERMS & CONDITIONS - LAND ONLY (Contact Savenio for Ponant Cruises and airline terms & conditions) San Gimignano: Enjoy a tasting with award winning, NOT INCLUDED Passport and TRAVELLING ALONE We do not wish master gelato maker Sergio Dondoli. applicable Visa Fees, charges imposed to disadvantage individuals travelling Florence: Visit the Accademia Museum with an art expert to see by third parties, laundry, phone calls, without a companion. Should you Michelangelo’s masterpiece, the Statue of David. items of a personal nature, beverages, prefer a guaranteed single room, meals and sightseeing not detailed in a single supplement will apply. Cinque Terre: Spend time at this picturesque UNESCO World Heritage listed site. the itinerary, excess baggage, travel Savenio will try to match you with Venice: Visit an artisan showroom and workshop to see master craftsmen insurance, travel to and from Brisbane another traveller of the same gender. honouring age-old Venetian crafts. To the tune of accompanying musicians, you airport. Please note that travel Please understand that compatibility are serenaded through the atmospheric canals by gondola. insurance is highly recommended. cannot be guaranteed and this offer Please see Savenio for more details. is conditional on acceptance of DEPOSIT A non-refundable deposit this factor. of $500 per person is required within PORTERAGE One suitcase on tour INCLUDED FIRST CLASS SERVICES 7 days to secure a place on tour. is included in the tour price and at Escorted by Pam Mann Airfare deposit and final payment arrival or departure from each hotel. requirements will be advised at time Escorted by a professional Tour Director from Day 2 to Day 21 Due to limited coach capacity, this of booking. single bag should have a weight not Headsets for all guided visits and walking tours PART PAYMENT A further non- exceeding 30 kg and dimensions not Luxury air-conditioned 40 seater coach with extended leg room and on-board rest room refundable payment of $3,000 is due exceeding 77.5 cm x56 cm x 32 cm. Charges will be levied in the event 19 nights in First Class hotel accommodation including all service charges, 30 Sep 2015. these limits are exceeded and our FINAL PAYMENT The balance of taxes and porterage promise to transport you as indicated monies due for the tour must be paid Group arrival and departure transfers at a scheduled time on arrival in Rome on may be invalidated. Note: Airlines may by 4 Feb 2016. Payments can be made restrict check-in baggage to 20kgs per Day 2 and departing Venice on Day 21 by cash, cheque or credit card (no person – check with your travel agent fees apply). Airfare and cruise final for airline luggage allowance. payment conditions will be advised at INCLUDED QUALITY DINING time of booking. Payments after this LOCAL CURRENCY, TRAVELLER date may incur a late fee payment. CHEQUES We recommend that 19 Buffet Breakfasts (BB) you take with you a combination of CANCELLATIONS In the event holiday money, credit cards and local 1 Welcome Reception and Dinner (WD) you have to cancel your booking, currency. Savenio can provide further 1 Highlight Lunch in a winery in Montalcino (HL) cancellation fees will apply. Deposit assistance if required. will be forfeited on cancellation 1 Highlight Dinner in Rome with a Sparkling illuminations drive (HD) prior to balance payment. After due PASSPORT, VISAS AND TAXES You 1 Highlight Dinner in Sorrento at a small farm owned by the third generation of the date for final payment, additional must have a valid passport with MarcianoFamily, who will demonstrate how fresh mozzarella is made by hand, cancellation charges are subject to 6 months validity from date of return. before a delicious meal of Italian specialties (HD) the conditions imposed by individually SMOKING is not permitted on board contracted tour operators, airlines 1 Highlight Dinner in Orvieto with Chef Lorenzo which includes aircraft or coaches, and within the and hotels. a live cooking demonstration (HD) airport terminals. CHANGES IN PRICE AND SEAT CHANGES A seat rotation 3 Highlight Dinners in Local Restaurants in Alberobello, Rapallo, ITINERARY Prices in this brochure system will apply on board our coach Lake Maggiore (HD) FULLY ESCORTED GROUP TOUR are based on costs, charges, tariffs, whilst touring. 5 three-course Evening Meals with choice, or buffets, plus tea or coffee (D) taxes, levies and exchange rates at the time of publication. In the event that DOCUMENTATION Approximately DEPARTING BRISBANE 4 MAY 2016 – 23 DAYS 1 Celebration Dinner in Venice (CD) such fluctuations affect the price to be 2 weeks prior to departure from paid for services, Savenio reserves the Australia, documentation will be ON OPTIONAL CRUISE right to adjust the price as necessary received by your travel agent including at any time. Insight Vacations a tour itinerary, a full hotel list, All on board meals. Beverages, including select wines, champagnes and spirits, reserve the right to deviate from this baggage labels and ticket wallet. beer, soft drinks and bottled water as per Ponant Cruise “Open Bar” conditions. itinerary or change hotels should MINIMUM NUMBERS A minimum of it be necessary due to unforeseen 20 passengers is required to operate circumstances. Coach use is subject to this tour as brochure. Should this not EEC Regulations. be met, Savenio reserves the right to BOOKINGS & ENQUIRIES GRATUITIES For land tour only, alter or cancel arrangements. gratuities for Insight Vacations Tour For further information on any For further information and to book for your dream Italian Director, Driver and local guides are of the above conditions, please included in the tour price. contact Samantha at Savenio. holiday, please contact: IV4062

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