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and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the cancellation terms. website for the most current 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel View our webinars at youtube.com/ahitravel 800-633-7514 AggieNetwork.com/Travel PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS ITALIAN RIVIERA INCLUDED FEATURES A CCOMMODATIONS •Stroll through Portofino, nestled in a T HE J EWELS OF THE I TALIAN C OAST Accommodations picturesque harbor, and the seaside HOTEL • Spend seven nights in Sestri resort of Santa Margherita. VIS À VIS Levante at the deluxe Hotel Vis à Vis. •Journey to the Tuscan town of Lucca Perched on the stunning to see its magnificent medieval Meals Gulf of Tigullio, this deluxe monuments. • Enjoy an extensive meal program, hotel offers breathtaking •Explore Genoa, the medieval city-state including seven breakfasts, three views in addition to world- and maritime republic. lunches and five dinners. Tea or coffee is class amenities. The intimate included with all meals, plus wine with •Discover the secret of making gelato. Hotel Vis à Vis offers superb dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to •Visit the charming coastal villages of guest rooms with balcony Piazza Anfiteatro, Lucca try local cuisine independently. the famous Cinque Terre. views overlooking the water • Sample authentic regional specialties at or hills. Enjoy a leisurely Carrara •See a sculptor at work in Carrara and local restaurants. walk through the manicured marvel at the transformation of the garden, or swim in the famous white marble into art. surrounding area. Today, they remain • Attend a special Welcome Reception accessible only by train, boat or on and Dinner. outdoor pool nestled among •Single supplement waived for Sestri Levante olive trees. Sit on the terrace foot. Travel to Portovenere, and • Gather for a Farewell Reception and solo travelers (limited availability). to take in the sunset, or continue to Manarola, one of the Graduation Ceremony followed by a Discover the Italian Riviera: breathtaking unwind with a relaxing beautiful Cinque Terre villages, as Farewell Dinner. Cinque Terre National Park coastal villages, dramatic terraced cliffs massage treatment. Enjoy you drive through the Cinque Terre draped in orchards and vineyards, treasures of Your Exciting Travel Program Ligurian culinary delights National Park. The region between isit ancient fishing villages perched art and feats of architecture. Explore it all at Olimpo, the hotel’s Alumni Campus Portovenere and the Cinque Terre is (For details, see the day-by-day itinerary.) between rugged mountains and the from Sestri Levante, a gorgeous town of restaurant. The hotel also ® Portofino exceptional in beauty, culture and • Informative educational programs, V enticing beaches, lush gardens, converted has a fitness area, a Turkish sparkling sea. Feel the warmth of Abroad Advantages presented by local experts, will enhance UNESCO lifestyle. Enjoy a walk through the bath and Wi-Fi. It is ideally the day ebb as the sky ignites in a dazzling The unique, value-added features of Alumni castles and relaxed palazzos. Surrounded by superbly restored Palazzo Ducale, the your insight into the region. ® village, which sits atop a cliff nearly 230 feet located near many shops Campus Abroad programs deliver an ancient olive groves and overlooking the sea, Portovenere and the Cinque Terre are impressive Church of Gesù and the majestic sunset. Skim your feet along silky sand as UNESCO World Heritage sites featured in this above the sea, before taking a boat to • Personal VOX listening devices and eateries. outstanding educational travel experience. Sestri Levante embodies the spirit of the black-and-white striped façade of the you walk down beautiful beaches. Stroll program. Vernazza, an elegant village overlooking the allow you to hear every word from your • A carefully selected hotel with Italian Riviera. Cathedral of San Lorenzo. azure water. Marvel at Genoese towers and expert, English-speaking guides. the well-worn docks that stretch out into comfortable accommodations is the DAY ONE Cultural Event: The Art of Gelato. the Gothic Church of Santa Margherita • All excursions: Sestri Levante picturesque harbors lined with yachts. perfect base for exploring the region’s DAY THREE B | D Portovenere Depart your gateway city for Florence, Italy.A Gelato is one of Italy’s many famous foods. d’Antiochia. Return to Sestri Levante by train. Your senses will savor the natural beauty of – Experience the charms of Santa renowned landmarks and off-the- AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. SANTA MARGHERITA | Learn how this sweet treat, which delights DAY EIGHT B | L | D Margherita and Portofino. the land and sea, the art, the architecture beaten-path treasures while providing PORTOFINO breathtakingly grand Romanesque Duomo di people around the world, is made. opportunities to immerse yourself in the DAY TWO D San Martino, with carvings by Nicola Pisano. CARRARA – Enjoy a guided visit to Lucca. and the cuisine of that romantic ribbon of Educational Focus: The Riviera del Educational Focus: Meet the People. local culture and lifestyle. SESTRI LEVANTE Admire the white marble, the art-filled Excursion: When Marble Comes Alive. coastline called the Riviera di Levante, the Levante ~ A Painter’s Palette. Trace the Participate in a panel discussion and learn – See the landmarks of Genoa. Enjoy a Upon arrival, transferA to the Hotel Vis à Vis chapels of the Church of San Frediano and Visit the quarry where Michelangelo chose Italian Riviera. • Groups are limited to 36 travelers history and diversity of this enchanting region, about life on the Italian Riviera through the pasta demonstration in Camogli. in Sestri Levante. the astounding Church of San Michele. his prized marble and a museum dedicated to maximize your travel experience. home to artists, writers and explorers. eyes of local residents. – Visit the villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Local Flavor: Savor a taste of Tuscany to Carrara’s renowned marble industry. • An extensive meal plan is seasoned Excursion: Santa Margherita and – Journey to Carrara and watch a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. during lunch in a local restaurant. DAY SIX B Watch a local sculptor’s demonstration. with traditional specialties. Portofino. Travel the coastal road to Santa marble sculptor at work. SESTRI LEVANTE • Meet the People opportunities allow Margherita, a town of colorful flowers, Educational Focus: A Contemporary Local Flavor: Lunch is served in Carrara. Independent Exploration: Enjoy the day Many Included Extras you to interact with local residents Lion, Cathedral of swaying palm trees and hillside villas. Cruise View of Italy. Discuss Italy’s role in the This evening, gather with your fellow travelers to Portofino, playground of the rich and European Union and its political, economic at leisure to relax or explore independently. • Consultation services of a dedicated and gain personal insight into their San Lorenzo, for a Farewell Reception, Graduation Santa Margherita everyday lives. Genoa famous, and stroll the promenade between and social status. Educational Focus: The Cinque Terre Ceremony and Farewell Dinner at the hotel. Passenger Service Representative the harbor and the brightly colored shops and ~ A Tasteful Encounter of Land and prior to departure. • Knowledgeable guides lead your DAY FIVE B | D DAY NINE B houses. Admire the sparkling bay from the Sea. Learn about the Cinque Terre through a • Detailed travel and destination excursions and local experts present GENOA | CAMOGLI After breakfast, transfer to the Florence Church of San Giorgio, and see the medieval lesson in its unusual geography, economy and information to assist in your planning. insightful educational lectures. airport for the return flight to your gateway fortress of Castello di San Giorgio and the Excursion: Genoa. Admire the view of the society, then enjoy a tasting of local wine and • An experienced Campus Director city.A • Services of an experienced Campus Punta del Capo lighthouse. city from atop La Spianata di Castelleto. See food products. Vernazza ensures attentive service for the duration the incredible Renaissance palazzi on the NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may Director. YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE , of your stay. DAY FOUR B | L lovely Via Garibaldi. Wander labyrinthine DAY SEVEN B | L | D change. Many excursions in this program involve an • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. element of walking. • All gratuities for excursion guides and LUCCA streets past medieval churches to the CINQUE TERRE • Complimentary travel wallet. IF I MAY HAVE ITALY. Included meals indicated each day as drivers are included. Excursion: Lucca. Travel to the historic Columbus House, believed to be the birthplace Excursion: The Cinque Terre. For GIUSEPPE VERDI, B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. ~ walled city of Lucca, birthplace of Puccini. of navigator Christopher Columbus. Continue centuries, rugged mountains separated the ITALIAN OPERA COMPOSER , 1813-1901 Roam its ancient ramparts and visit the to the magnificent Piazza Mateo and visit the five villages of the Cinque Terre from the PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS ITALIAN RIVIERA INCLUDED FEATURES A CCOMMODATIONS •Stroll through Portofino, nestled in a T HE J EWELS OF THE I TALIAN C OAST Accommodations picturesque harbor, and the seaside HOTEL • Spend seven nights in Sestri resort of Santa Margherita. VIS À VIS Levante at the deluxe Hotel Vis à Vis. •Journey to the Tuscan town of Lucca Perched on the stunning to see its magnificent medieval Meals Gulf of Tigullio, this deluxe monuments. • Enjoy an extensive meal program, hotel offers breathtaking •Explore Genoa, the medieval city-state including seven breakfasts, three views in addition to world- and maritime republic. lunches and five dinners. Tea or coffee is class amenities. The intimate included with all meals, plus wine with •Discover the secret of making gelato. Hotel Vis à Vis offers superb dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to •Visit the charming coastal villages of guest rooms with balcony Piazza Anfiteatro, Lucca try local cuisine independently. the famous Cinque Terre. views overlooking the water • Sample authentic regional specialties at or hills. Enjoy a leisurely Carrara •See a sculptor at work in Carrara and local restaurants. walk through the manicured marvel at the transformation of the garden, or swim in the famous white marble into art. surrounding area. Today, they remain • Attend a special Welcome Reception accessible only by train, boat or on and Dinner. outdoor pool nestled among •Single supplement waived for Sestri Levante olive trees. Sit on the terrace foot. Travel to Portovenere, and • Gather for a Farewell Reception and solo travelers (limited availability). to take in the sunset, or continue to Manarola, one of the Graduation Ceremony followed by a Discover the Italian Riviera: breathtaking unwind with a relaxing beautiful Cinque Terre villages, as Farewell Dinner. Cinque Terre National Park coastal villages, dramatic terraced cliffs massage treatment. Enjoy you drive through the Cinque Terre draped in orchards and vineyards, treasures of Your Exciting Travel Program Ligurian culinary delights National Park. The region between isit ancient fishing villages perched art and feats of architecture. Explore it all at Olimpo, the hotel’s Alumni Campus Portovenere and the Cinque Terre is (For details, see the day-by-day itinerary.) between rugged mountains and the from Sestri Levante, a gorgeous town of restaurant. The hotel also ® Portofino exceptional in beauty, culture and • Informative educational programs, V enticing beaches, lush gardens, converted has a fitness area, a Turkish sparkling sea. Feel the warmth of Abroad Advantages presented by local experts, will enhance UNESCO lifestyle. Enjoy a walk through the bath and Wi-Fi. It is ideally the day ebb as the sky ignites in a dazzling The unique, value-added features of Alumni castles and relaxed palazzos. Surrounded by superbly restored Palazzo Ducale, the your insight into the region. ® village, which sits atop a cliff nearly 230 feet located near many shops Campus Abroad programs deliver an ancient olive groves and overlooking the sea, Portovenere and the Cinque Terre are impressive Church of Gesù and the majestic sunset. Skim your feet along silky sand as UNESCO World Heritage sites featured in this above the sea, before taking a boat to • Personal VOX listening devices and eateries. outstanding educational travel experience. Sestri Levante embodies the spirit of the black-and-white striped façade of the you walk down beautiful beaches. Stroll program. Vernazza, an elegant village overlooking the allow you to hear every word from your • A carefully selected hotel with Italian Riviera. Cathedral of San Lorenzo. azure water. Marvel at Genoese towers and expert, English-speaking guides. the well-worn docks that stretch out into comfortable accommodations is the DAY ONE Cultural Event: The Art of Gelato. the Gothic Church of Santa Margherita • All excursions: Sestri Levante picturesque harbors lined with yachts. perfect base for exploring the region’s DAY THREE B | D Portovenere Depart your gateway city for Florence, Italy.A Gelato is one of Italy’s many famous foods. d’Antiochia. Return to Sestri Levante by train. Your senses will savor the natural beauty of – Experience the charms of Santa renowned landmarks and off-the- AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. SANTA MARGHERITA | Learn how this sweet treat, which delights DAY EIGHT B | L | D Margherita and Portofino. the land and sea, the art, the architecture beaten-path treasures while providing PORTOFINO breathtakingly grand Romanesque Duomo di people around the world, is made. opportunities to immerse yourself in the DAY TWO D San Martino, with carvings by Nicola Pisano. CARRARA – Enjoy a guided visit to Lucca. and the cuisine of that romantic ribbon of Educational Focus: The Riviera del Educational Focus: Meet the People. local culture and lifestyle. SESTRI LEVANTE Admire the white marble, the art-filled Excursion: When Marble Comes Alive. coastline called the Riviera di Levante, the Levante ~ A Painter’s Palette. Trace the Participate in a panel discussion and learn – See the landmarks of Genoa. Enjoy a Upon arrival, transferA to the Hotel Vis à Vis chapels of the Church of San Frediano and Visit the quarry where Michelangelo chose Italian Riviera. • Groups are limited to 36 travelers history and diversity of this enchanting region, about life on the Italian Riviera through the pasta demonstration in Camogli. in Sestri Levante. the astounding Church of San Michele. his prized marble and a museum dedicated to maximize your travel experience. home to artists, writers and explorers. eyes of local residents. – Visit the villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Local Flavor: Savor a taste of Tuscany to Carrara’s renowned marble industry. • An extensive meal plan is seasoned Excursion: Santa Margherita and – Journey to Carrara and watch a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. during lunch in a local restaurant. DAY SIX B Watch a local sculptor’s demonstration. with traditional specialties. Portofino. Travel the coastal road to Santa marble sculptor at work. SESTRI LEVANTE • Meet the People opportunities allow Margherita, a town of colorful flowers, Educational Focus: A Contemporary Local Flavor: Lunch is served in Carrara. Independent Exploration: Enjoy the day Many Included Extras you to interact with local residents Lion, Cathedral of swaying palm trees and hillside villas. Cruise View of Italy. Discuss Italy’s role in the This evening, gather with your fellow travelers to Portofino, playground of the rich and European Union and its political, economic at leisure to relax or explore independently. • Consultation services of a dedicated and gain personal insight into their San Lorenzo, for a Farewell Reception, Graduation Santa Margherita everyday lives. Genoa famous, and stroll the promenade between and social status. Educational Focus: The Cinque Terre Ceremony and Farewell Dinner at the hotel. Passenger Service Representative the harbor and the brightly colored shops and ~ A Tasteful Encounter of Land and prior to departure. • Knowledgeable guides lead your DAY FIVE B | D DAY NINE B houses. Admire the sparkling bay from the Sea. Learn about the Cinque Terre through a • Detailed travel and destination excursions and local experts present GENOA | CAMOGLI After breakfast, transfer to the Florence Church of San Giorgio, and see the medieval lesson in its unusual geography, economy and information to assist in your planning. insightful educational lectures. airport for the return flight to your gateway fortress of Castello di San Giorgio and the Excursion: Genoa. Admire the view of the society, then enjoy a tasting of local wine and • An experienced Campus Director city.A • Services of an experienced Campus Punta del Capo lighthouse. city from atop La Spianata di Castelleto. See food products. Vernazza ensures attentive service for the duration the incredible Renaissance palazzi on the NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may Director. YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE , of your stay. DAY FOUR B | L lovely Via Garibaldi. Wander labyrinthine DAY SEVEN B | L | D change. Many excursions in this program involve an • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. element of walking. • All gratuities for excursion guides and LUCCA streets past medieval churches to the CINQUE TERRE • Complimentary travel wallet. IF I MAY HAVE ITALY. Included meals indicated each day as drivers are included. Excursion: Lucca. Travel to the historic Columbus House, believed to be the birthplace Excursion: The Cinque Terre. For GIUSEPPE VERDI, B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. ~ walled city of Lucca, birthplace of Puccini. of navigator Christopher Columbus. Continue centuries, rugged mountains separated the ITALIAN OPERA COMPOSER , 1813-1901 Roam its ancient ramparts and visit the to the magnificent Piazza Mateo and visit the five villages of the Cinque Terre from the PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS ITALIAN RIVIERA INCLUDED FEATURES A CCOMMODATIONS •Stroll through Portofino, nestled in a T HE J EWELS OF THE I TALIAN C OAST Accommodations picturesque harbor, and the seaside HOTEL • Spend seven nights in Sestri resort of Santa Margherita. VIS À VIS Levante at the deluxe Hotel Vis à Vis. •Journey to the Tuscan town of Lucca Perched on the stunning to see its magnificent medieval Meals Gulf of Tigullio, this deluxe monuments. • Enjoy an extensive meal program, hotel offers breathtaking •Explore Genoa, the medieval city-state including seven breakfasts, three views in addition to world- and maritime republic. lunches and five dinners. Tea or coffee is class amenities. The intimate included with all meals, plus wine with •Discover the secret of making gelato. Hotel Vis à Vis offers superb dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to •Visit the charming coastal villages of guest rooms with balcony Piazza Anfiteatro, Lucca try local cuisine independently. the famous Cinque Terre. views overlooking the water • Sample authentic regional specialties at or hills. Enjoy a leisurely Carrara •See a sculptor at work in Carrara and local restaurants. walk through the manicured marvel at the transformation of the garden, or swim in the famous white marble into art. surrounding area. Today, they remain • Attend a special Welcome Reception accessible only by train, boat or on and Dinner. outdoor pool nestled among •Single supplement waived for Sestri Levante olive trees. Sit on the terrace foot. Travel to Portovenere, and • Gather for a Farewell Reception and solo travelers (limited availability). to take in the sunset, or continue to Manarola, one of the Graduation Ceremony followed by a Discover the Italian Riviera: breathtaking unwind with a relaxing beautiful Cinque Terre villages, as Farewell Dinner. Cinque Terre National Park coastal villages, dramatic terraced cliffs massage treatment. Enjoy you drive through the Cinque Terre draped in orchards and vineyards, treasures of Your Exciting Travel Program Ligurian culinary delights National Park. The region between isit ancient fishing villages perched art and feats of architecture. Explore it all at Olimpo, the hotel’s Alumni Campus Portovenere and the Cinque Terre is (For details, see the day-by-day itinerary.) between rugged mountains and the from Sestri Levante, a gorgeous town of restaurant. The hotel also ® Portofino exceptional in beauty, culture and • Informative educational programs, V enticing beaches, lush gardens, converted has a fitness area, a Turkish sparkling sea. Feel the warmth of Abroad Advantages presented by local experts, will enhance UNESCO lifestyle. Enjoy a walk through the bath and Wi-Fi. It is ideally the day ebb as the sky ignites in a dazzling The unique, value-added features of Alumni castles and relaxed palazzos. Surrounded by superbly restored Palazzo Ducale, the your insight into the region. ® village, which sits atop a cliff nearly 230 feet located near many shops Campus Abroad programs deliver an ancient olive groves and overlooking the sea, Portovenere and the Cinque Terre are impressive Church of Gesù and the majestic sunset. Skim your feet along silky sand as UNESCO World Heritage sites featured in this above the sea, before taking a boat to • Personal VOX listening devices and eateries. outstanding educational travel experience. Sestri Levante embodies the spirit of the black-and-white striped façade of the you walk down beautiful beaches. Stroll program. Vernazza, an elegant village overlooking the allow you to hear every word from your • A carefully selected hotel with Italian Riviera. Cathedral of San Lorenzo. azure water. Marvel at Genoese towers and expert, English-speaking guides. the well-worn docks that stretch out into comfortable accommodations is the DAY ONE Cultural Event: The Art of Gelato. the Gothic Church of Santa Margherita • All excursions: Sestri Levante picturesque harbors lined with yachts. perfect base for exploring the region’s DAY THREE B | D Portovenere Depart your gateway city for Florence, Italy.A Gelato is one of Italy’s many famous foods. d’Antiochia. Return to Sestri Levante by train. Your senses will savor the natural beauty of – Experience the charms of Santa renowned landmarks and off-the- AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. SANTA MARGHERITA | Learn how this sweet treat, which delights DAY EIGHT B | L | D Margherita and Portofino. the land and sea, the art, the architecture beaten-path treasures while providing PORTOFINO breathtakingly grand Romanesque Duomo di people around the world, is made. opportunities to immerse yourself in the DAY TWO D San Martino, with carvings by Nicola Pisano. CARRARA – Enjoy a guided visit to Lucca. and the cuisine of that romantic ribbon of Educational Focus: The Riviera del Educational Focus: Meet the People. local culture and lifestyle. SESTRI LEVANTE Admire the white marble, the art-filled Excursion: When Marble Comes Alive. coastline called the Riviera di Levante, the Levante ~ A Painter’s Palette. Trace the Participate in a panel discussion and learn – See the landmarks of Genoa. Enjoy a Upon arrival, transferA to the Hotel Vis à Vis chapels of the Church of San Frediano and Visit the quarry where Michelangelo chose Italian Riviera. • Groups are limited to 36 travelers history and diversity of this enchanting region, about life on the Italian Riviera through the pasta demonstration in Camogli. in Sestri Levante. the astounding Church of San Michele. his prized marble and a museum dedicated to maximize your travel experience. home to artists, writers and explorers. eyes of local residents. – Visit the villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Local Flavor: Savor a taste of Tuscany to Carrara’s renowned marble industry. • An extensive meal plan is seasoned Excursion: Santa Margherita and – Journey to Carrara and watch a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. during lunch in a local restaurant. DAY SIX B Watch a local sculptor’s demonstration. with traditional specialties. Portofino. Travel the coastal road to Santa marble sculptor at work. SESTRI LEVANTE • Meet the People opportunities allow Margherita, a town of colorful flowers, Educational Focus: A Contemporary Local Flavor: Lunch is served in Carrara. Independent Exploration: Enjoy the day Many Included Extras you to interact with local residents Lion, Cathedral of swaying palm trees and hillside villas. Cruise View of Italy. Discuss Italy’s role in the This evening, gather with your fellow travelers to Portofino, playground of the rich and European Union and its political, economic at leisure to relax or explore independently. • Consultation services of a dedicated and gain personal insight into their San Lorenzo, for a Farewell Reception, Graduation Santa Margherita everyday lives. Genoa famous, and stroll the promenade between and social status. Educational Focus: The Cinque Terre Ceremony and Farewell Dinner at the hotel. Passenger Service Representative the harbor and the brightly colored shops and ~ A Tasteful Encounter of Land and prior to departure. • Knowledgeable guides lead your DAY FIVE B | D DAY NINE B houses. Admire the sparkling bay from the Sea. Learn about the Cinque Terre through a • Detailed travel and destination excursions and local experts present GENOA | CAMOGLI After breakfast, transfer to the Florence Church of San Giorgio, and see the medieval lesson in its unusual geography, economy and information to assist in your planning. insightful educational lectures. airport for the return flight to your gateway fortress of Castello di San Giorgio and the Excursion: Genoa. Admire the view of the society, then enjoy a tasting of local wine and • An experienced Campus Director city.A • Services of an experienced Campus Punta del Capo lighthouse. city from atop La Spianata di Castelleto. See food products. Vernazza ensures attentive service for the duration the incredible Renaissance palazzi on the NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may Director. YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE , of your stay. DAY FOUR B | L lovely Via Garibaldi. Wander labyrinthine DAY SEVEN B | L | D change. Many excursions in this program involve an • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. element of walking. • All gratuities for excursion guides and LUCCA streets past medieval churches to the CINQUE TERRE • Complimentary travel wallet. IF I MAY HAVE ITALY. Included meals indicated each day as drivers are included. Excursion: Lucca. Travel to the historic Columbus House, believed to be the birthplace Excursion: The Cinque Terre. For GIUSEPPE VERDI, B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. ~ walled city of Lucca, birthplace of Puccini. of navigator Christopher Columbus. Continue centuries, rugged mountains separated the ITALIAN OPERA COMPOSER , 1813-1901 Roam its ancient ramparts and visit the to the magnificent Piazza Mateo and visit the five villages of the Cinque Terre from the PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS ITALIAN RIVIERA INCLUDED FEATURES A CCOMMODATIONS •Stroll through Portofino, nestled in a T HE J EWELS OF THE I TALIAN C OAST Accommodations picturesque harbor, and the seaside HOTEL • Spend seven nights in Sestri resort of Santa Margherita. VIS À VIS Levante at the deluxe Hotel Vis à Vis. •Journey to the Tuscan town of Lucca Perched on the stunning to see its magnificent medieval Meals Gulf of Tigullio, this deluxe monuments. • Enjoy an extensive meal program, hotel offers breathtaking •Explore Genoa, the medieval city-state including seven breakfasts, three views in addition to world- and maritime republic. lunches and five dinners. Tea or coffee is class amenities. The intimate included with all meals, plus wine with •Discover the secret of making gelato. Hotel Vis à Vis offers superb dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to •Visit the charming coastal villages of guest rooms with balcony Piazza Anfiteatro, Lucca try local cuisine independently. the famous Cinque Terre. views overlooking the water • Sample authentic regional specialties at or hills. Enjoy a leisurely Carrara •See a sculptor at work in Carrara and local restaurants. walk through the manicured marvel at the transformation of the garden, or swim in the famous white marble into art. surrounding area. Today, they remain • Attend a special Welcome Reception accessible only by train, boat or on and Dinner. outdoor pool nestled among •Single supplement waived for Sestri Levante olive trees. Sit on the terrace foot. Travel to Portovenere, and • Gather for a Farewell Reception and solo travelers (limited availability). to take in the sunset, or continue to Manarola, one of the Graduation Ceremony followed by a Discover the Italian Riviera: breathtaking unwind with a relaxing beautiful Cinque Terre villages, as Farewell Dinner. Cinque Terre National Park coastal villages, dramatic terraced cliffs massage treatment. Enjoy you drive through the Cinque Terre draped in orchards and vineyards, treasures of Your Exciting Travel Program Ligurian culinary delights National Park. The region between isit ancient fishing villages perched art and feats of architecture. Explore it all at Olimpo, the hotel’s Alumni Campus Portovenere and the Cinque Terre is (For details, see the day-by-day itinerary.) between rugged mountains and the from Sestri Levante, a gorgeous town of restaurant. The hotel also ® Portofino exceptional in beauty, culture and • Informative educational programs, V enticing beaches, lush gardens, converted has a fitness area, a Turkish sparkling sea. Feel the warmth of Abroad Advantages presented by local experts, will enhance UNESCO lifestyle. Enjoy a walk through the bath and Wi-Fi. It is ideally the day ebb as the sky ignites in a dazzling The unique, value-added features of Alumni castles and relaxed palazzos. Surrounded by superbly restored Palazzo Ducale, the your insight into the region. ® village, which sits atop a cliff nearly 230 feet located near many shops Campus Abroad programs deliver an ancient olive groves and overlooking the sea, Portovenere and the Cinque Terre are impressive Church of Gesù and the majestic sunset. Skim your feet along silky sand as UNESCO World Heritage sites featured in this above the sea, before taking a boat to • Personal VOX listening devices and eateries. outstanding educational travel experience. Sestri Levante embodies the spirit of the black-and-white striped façade of the you walk down beautiful beaches. Stroll program. Vernazza, an elegant village overlooking the allow you to hear every word from your • A carefully selected hotel with Italian Riviera. Cathedral of San Lorenzo. azure water. Marvel at Genoese towers and expert, English-speaking guides. the well-worn docks that stretch out into comfortable accommodations is the DAY ONE Cultural Event: The Art of Gelato. the Gothic Church of Santa Margherita • All excursions: Sestri Levante picturesque harbors lined with yachts. perfect base for exploring the region’s DAY THREE B | D Portovenere Depart your gateway city for Florence, Italy.A Gelato is one of Italy’s many famous foods. d’Antiochia. Return to Sestri Levante by train. Your senses will savor the natural beauty of – Experience the charms of Santa renowned landmarks and off-the- AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. SANTA MARGHERITA | Learn how this sweet treat, which delights DAY EIGHT B | L | D Margherita and Portofino. the land and sea, the art, the architecture beaten-path treasures while providing PORTOFINO breathtakingly grand Romanesque Duomo di people around the world, is made. opportunities to immerse yourself in the DAY TWO D San Martino, with carvings by Nicola Pisano. CARRARA – Enjoy a guided visit to Lucca. and the cuisine of that romantic ribbon of Educational Focus: The Riviera del Educational Focus: Meet the People. local culture and lifestyle. SESTRI LEVANTE Admire the white marble, the art-filled Excursion: When Marble Comes Alive. coastline called the Riviera di Levante, the Levante ~ A Painter’s Palette. Trace the Participate in a panel discussion and learn – See the landmarks of Genoa. Enjoy a Upon arrival, transferA to the Hotel Vis à Vis chapels of the Church of San Frediano and Visit the quarry where Michelangelo chose Italian Riviera. • Groups are limited to 36 travelers history and diversity of this enchanting region, about life on the Italian Riviera through the pasta demonstration in Camogli. in Sestri Levante. the astounding Church of San Michele. his prized marble and a museum dedicated to maximize your travel experience. home to artists, writers and explorers. eyes of local residents. – Visit the villages of the Cinque Terre. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Local Flavor: Savor a taste of Tuscany to Carrara’s renowned marble industry. • An extensive meal plan is seasoned Excursion: Santa Margherita and – Journey to Carrara and watch a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. during lunch in a local restaurant. DAY SIX B Watch a local sculptor’s demonstration. with traditional specialties. Portofino. Travel the coastal road to Santa marble sculptor at work. SESTRI LEVANTE • Meet the People opportunities allow Margherita, a town of colorful flowers, Educational Focus: A Contemporary Local Flavor: Lunch is served in Carrara. Independent Exploration: Enjoy the day Many Included Extras you to interact with local residents Lion, Cathedral of swaying palm trees and hillside villas. Cruise View of Italy. Discuss Italy’s role in the This evening, gather with your fellow travelers to Portofino, playground of the rich and European Union and its political, economic at leisure to relax or explore independently. • Consultation services of a dedicated and gain personal insight into their San Lorenzo, for a Farewell Reception, Graduation Santa Margherita everyday lives. Genoa famous, and stroll the promenade between and social status. Educational Focus: The Cinque Terre Ceremony and Farewell Dinner at the hotel. Passenger Service Representative the harbor and the brightly colored shops and ~ A Tasteful Encounter of Land and prior to departure. • Knowledgeable guides lead your DAY FIVE B | D DAY NINE B houses. Admire the sparkling bay from the Sea. Learn about the Cinque Terre through a • Detailed travel and destination excursions and local experts present GENOA | CAMOGLI After breakfast, transfer to the Florence Church of San Giorgio, and see the medieval lesson in its unusual geography, economy and information to assist in your planning. insightful educational lectures. airport for the return flight to your gateway fortress of Castello di San Giorgio and the Excursion: Genoa. Admire the view of the society, then enjoy a tasting of local wine and • An experienced Campus Director city.A • Services of an experienced Campus Punta del Capo lighthouse. city from atop La Spianata di Castelleto. See food products. Vernazza ensures attentive service for the duration the incredible Renaissance palazzi on the NOTE: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events may Director. YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE , of your stay. DAY FOUR B | L lovely Via Garibaldi. Wander labyrinthine DAY SEVEN B | L | D change. Many excursions in this program involve an • Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. element of walking. • All gratuities for excursion guides and LUCCA streets past medieval churches to the CINQUE TERRE • Complimentary travel wallet. IF I MAY HAVE ITALY. Included meals indicated each day as drivers are included. Excursion: Lucca. Travel to the historic Columbus House, believed to be the birthplace Excursion: The Cinque Terre. For GIUSEPPE VERDI, B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner. ~ walled city of Lucca, birthplace of Puccini. of navigator Christopher Columbus. 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