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Hiking Adventure in Cinque Terre and the Amalfi Coast September 21 - October 5, 2015 • 15 Days • 29 Meals Escorted by Jon and Sue Gurr

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Hiking Adventure in Cinque Terre and the Amalfi Coast September 21 - October 5, 2015 • 15 Days • 29 Meals Escorted by Jon and Sue Gurr Hiking Adventure in Cinque Terre and the Amalfi Coast September 21 - October 5, 2015 • 15 Days • 29 Meals Escorted by Jon and Sue Gurr Incredible view overlooking Positano credit Janet Williams Experience the varied landscape of the beautiful Italian regions of Cinque Terre and Amalfi. Hike on charming country trails, some of which are centuries old. Cinque Terre, meaning the Five Lands, is a rugged strip of the Italian Riviera dotted with five picturesque villages. Connecting these villages are trails, trains, and boats, with roads and traffic being rare. Hike this region and see these villages in the most intimate way, on foot. Amalfi has always been known as one of the most beautiful coasts in the entire Mediterranean. Attracting visitors from near and far. It’s steep cliffs hold spectacular views, and villages that seemingly cling to the rocks. Take the chance to hike the ancient trails that meander throughout the Sorrentine Peninsula. Hike along Mt Vesuvius and witness the ruins it created in Pompeii. With our expert local hiking guide, we will travel these beautiful regions and learn about the country, its people, history, and its flora and fauna. This is truly the most magical way to experience Italy’s scenic coast. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Guided hikes (total of 3) in Cinque Terre featuring Via dell’ Amore, the Sanctuary of Madonna de Sivore, Portofino and more Guided hikes (4) in Amalfi featuring Positano, Capri, Pompeii (Vesuvius) and Ravello 6 nights in Cinque Terre, 5 in Amalfi and 2 in Rome Cruises from La Spezia to Monterosso and from Sorrento to Capri Guided city tours of Naples and Rome INCLUSIVE FEATURES Return economy Air Canada flights from Canada 13 nights in Italian comfortable hotels as indicated or similar Riomaggiore ,Cinque Terre Rail and cruise excursions in Cinque Terre and Amalfi TOUR ESCORT Baggage handling for one piece of luggage per guest at We are pleased to have award winning hotels photographer Jon Gurr and his wife Sightseeing and excursions as cited in the program Susan to escort this exciting hiking Welcome reception and dinner adventure. For over 30 years, Jon and Glass of wine and mineral water provided with lunches Sue have been travelling the world and and dinners, coffee or tea included after dinner capturing photographic images of their 29 meals: 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 13 dinners destinations. Some of Jon’s photographs Experienced tour director & hiking leader in Italy are displayed in the National Archives, Services of our Canadian tour leaders numerous publications and calendars as well as in galleries in Muskoka. Over the years they have travelled All gratuities and taxes for included services in Britain, Europe, Africa, Asia, South America, India and Comprehensive insurance coverage China. Jon hopes to teach some photography skills and Airport transfers in Canada or equivalent value both plan to share their love of travel on this adventure. Hike the dramatic coastline while enjoying incredible views - credit Janet Williams September 21, Monday Depart Canada invasions of the 7th century. We hike from here back to Depart from Canada to begin our adventure. Vernazza again for some free time to explore the historic fishing village. Visit the Doria Castle or discover the church September 22, Tuesday Arrive Milan / Deiva Marina of Santa Margherita d’Antiochia. In the afternoon we return Arrive in Milan where we transfer to Deiva Marina for a by train to our hotel. (about 4.5 hours hiking) BD welcome reception and dinner. Our small family rune hotel is in the heart of town, just steps from the beach and the September 27, Sunday Santa Margherita / Portofino rail station. Hotel Clelia (6 nights) D After a rail journey to Santa Margherita we begin a hike September 23, Wednesday La Spezia / Monterosso along the coast toward the harbor of Portofino. Along the Today we begin with a train ride to La Spezia, an important way we shall see Cervara Abbey, a project that began in commercial harbor on the Ligurian Sea between Genoa 1361, that contains spectacular architecture and gardens. and Pisa. From there we walk through town to the harbor Once in Portofino we may enjoy the seaside town and historic port. Witness a fishing industry that still uses where we board a cruise taking us along the Cinque Terre to Monterosso, stopping en route for a visit to Porto Venere. traditional methods from past centuries or tour some of the Surrounded by the deep blue of the Ligurian Sea, we have historic churches. Return will be by ship or bus to Santa our first look at the small villages that make up the Cinque Margherita Ligure and then by train to the hotel in Deiva Terre. This historic region is a part of the Cinque Terre Marina. (about 3 hours hiking) BD National Park and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This September 28, Monday Cinque Terre / Amalfi Coast area is one of the few parts of Europe still most accessible Today we leave behind the lovely terraces and villas of the by foot and is known as a hiker’s paradise. This evening Cinque Terre and travel to the southern coastal region we return to our hotel by rail. BD along the Tyrrhenian Sea and the village of Agerola. Our September 24, Thursday Riomaggiore / Vernazza hotel is set high on a cliff overlooking the sea. Today the hiking begins! After a short rail journey to Grand Hotel Santa’Orsola (5 nights) BD Riomaggiore, the first quaint village on the Cinque Terre, September 29, Tuesday Positano we find the Via dell’ Amore (the Way of Love), a well- Today we hike along the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the known trail along the sea that connects Riomaggiore to Gods) to the village of Positano. Along the way we shall Manarola. Enjoy spectacular views of the rugged coastline stop at a restaurant to enjoy the cuisine of this region. We and the calm blue waters. Our hike takes us to the village will have some free time to explore this picturesque port. of Corniglia, a bluff city overlooking the water, surrounded Find the Church of Santa Maria Assunta, where a thirteen on most sides by vineyards and terraces and affording century Byzantine icon of the Madonna di Positano can be spectacular views of the sea and other cities in the Cinque found. Return to the hotel in Agerola by coach. Terre. Our last stop today is Vernazza. From there, we (about 4–5 hours hiking) BLD shall return by rail to our hotel for dinner. (about 3 hours hiking) BLD September 30, Wednesday Capri This morning we travel by coach to Sorrento. This beautiful September 25, Friday Deiva Marina city overlooks the Gulf of Naples and is popular for locals Today has been left completely free for you to enjoy the and travelers alike. Enjoy incredible views as we cruise to amenities of our hotel or to head out and explore the the mountainous island of Capri. Our scenic hike around surrounding area. BD the island allows for more spectacular views of the sea, September 26, Saturday Monterosso / Vernazza mountains, and wildlife that inhabit them. From red goldfish Cinque Terre literally means “five lands,” referring to the to peregrine falcons, there is such a diverse range that five towns in the region. Today we enter the northernmost would satisfy any nature lover. Next we enjoy time at of the five. Either a hiking or bus trip will bring us to the leisure to explore the churches, grottos, and museums. (about 2 hours hiking) BD sanctuary of Madonna di Soviore. This monastery was built around the buried depiction of the Virgin, placed there October 1, Thursday Pompeii while the residents of Monterosso fled during Barbarian Today our bus brings us to Mt. Vesuvius which erupted in 79 AD, destroying the roman city of Pompeii. This morning CT RATING 4.5 - Extremely Challenging: This journey our local guide will lead some of us on a hike around the involves some very difficult hikes through on hilly, uneven edge of the crater at the crown of the mountain. Others will surfaces for up to 4 –5 hours per day. Travellers must be follow a lower trail. Enjoy a box lunch on the slopes of the in excellent physical condition and be able to maintain the mountain and we shall be taken on a tour Pompeii to see group pace. Alternate activities may be available for the excavation sites including the homes of ordinary people those unable to complete some of the hikes. Depending and the extravagant ruins of temples to the Roman gods. on weather and location conditions, daily activities may Exploring the city remnants will give us an idea of what have to be altered or adjusted. Accommodations will be in Roman life was like at the time of Pompeii’s destruction. comfortable traditional European hotels with atmosphere (about 4 hours hiking) BLD and character. October 2, Friday Ravello / Amalfi This morning we drive to the exciting village of Ravello, located high above the Amalfi Coast. Hike along another section of the Sentiero degli Dei (Path of the Gods) down to Amalfi, known by most as Italy's most beautiful city. With the mountains and turquoise sea as a backdrop, wander through the streets and visit restaurants, cafés, shops, and even St. Andrew’s Cathedral (this ancient sacred site was Tour Cost in Canadian Dollars (per person) home to an earlier cathedral and an ancient temple. Take . a look at the bronze doors, which were cast in Land Only (Join Milan / Leave Rome) ....................... $4,095 Constantinople in 1066 and bear the signature of Simeon Toronto .....................................................................
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