5 Day Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera and the Walled Wonder of Lucca Tour Cinque Terre, Portofino, Lucca, Camogli, and other Hidden Delights! DATES 2020 - April 27th to May 1st / Oct 12th to 16th PRIVATE /TAILORED TOURS FOR GROUPS OF 4 OR MORE ALSO AVAILABLE Lombardy Delights Pty Ltd. (Trading as Italian Delights Tours) ABN – 82 886 161 696 www.italiandelights.com.au EMAIL: [email protected] PH; OS-+613 9018 6624 / AUS-1300 681 822 Postal Address: PO Box 95 Bentleigh, VIC 3204. 5 Day Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera and the Walled Wonder of Lucca Tour Jim and Lynette’s tour was a great way to intensively enjoy and engage in the sights, food delights of some of the “off the usual tourist track” parts of Italy in the company of a small group of like-minded travellers." Richard and Tracey TOUR PRICE - AUD $2450 p/p, twin share (single supplement $300) Immerse yourself into the stunning landscapes of the Italian Riviera, and enjoy a small slice of Tuscan beauty to boot! This small group tour takes in the spectacular Ligurian coastline, with a full day spent enjoying the Cinque Terre. You’ll also enjoy a fun-filled Pesto and fresh pasta making class. On top of the other gorgeous destinations on offer on this tour you will also experience a delightful day out in Lucca, Tuscany. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS: Cinque Terre, Lucca (Tuscany), Portofino, Camogli, San Fruttuoso, Sestri Levante, INCLUSIONS Transfers to/from designated pick up/drop off locations – 4 Breakfasts - Two Dinners, Cooking Class, Entrance Pass for the Cinque Terre inc. Train rides - Walking Tour of Lucca, Ferry Fares from Camogli to San Fruttuoso. 5 D a y C i n q u e T e r r e , I t a l i a n R i v i e r a a n d t h e W a l l e d W o n d e r o f L u c c a T o u r ITINERARY PROVIDED MEALS LEGEND B-BREAKFAST L-LUNCH D-DINNER Day One (Arrival Day and Fun-filled Cooking Class!) Arrival: Genoa Airport / Sestri Levante Train Station D You will be met by your Tour Leader at Genoa’s Cristoforo Colombo Airport between 12-12.30pm, or at the Sestri Levante train station between 2-2.30pm. A well-appointed private, air-conditioned vehicle will transfer you to the Hotel Genova in time to unwind either in your room, or on the nearby seashore. In the evening we head off for a welcome dinner/cooking class at a local cooking school located in an historic seaside building in the charming old part of Sestri Levante. Here we will enjoy preparing Liguria’s most famous dish – Pesto! You’ll have the opportunity to make the pasta and the pesto sauce from the best local ingredients available, whilst also enjoying a couple of glasses of local wine! Day Two – (A day in a seaside Paradise!) Cinque Terre B Today we spend a full day in the stunning Cinque Terre National Park. You are free to walk or utilise the train service at your leisure in this wonderful part of the world (our suggestion would also be to take a boat ride!). You will be accompanied to Monterosso al Mare in the morning to get your day started. Following this you have the time and flexibility to get the most out of your day and you can return to the Sestri Levante by train whenever you like later in The Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera and the the day. Walled Wonder of Lucca Tour costs AUD $2,450.00 per person, twin share (AUD$300.00 Single Supplement) and includes: Day Three – (Lucca –Fascinating Tuscan Walled City) B ✔4 nights accommodation Twin Share or – Double Lucca - Guided Walking Tour and Free Afternoon Sestri Levante ✔ Breakfast every day except Day 1 ✔ Two evening meals ✔ One cooking lesson/demonstration This morning we head to the stunning region of Tuscany! The day will be spent ✔ Lucca walking tour in the charming town of Lucca, where guests will enjoy a morning’s walking ✔ A 1 day rail and Park pass to the Cinque Terre National Park and return train ticket tour of its hidden delights. You then have free time in the afternoon for lunch from Sestri Levante to Monterosso al Mare ✔ All land-based transport including and sightseeing, or shopping in the very tasteful shops that Lucca has to offer. transfers to & from Genoa Airport and Sestri We depart Lucca in the late afternoon for a free evening in Sestri Levante. Levante train station. (See Terms and Conditions section at rear for list of tour exclusions) 5 d a y C i n q u e T e r r e , I t a l i a n R i v i e r a a n d t h e W a l l e d W o n d e r o f L u c c a T o u r ITINERARY PROVIDED MEALS LEGEND B-BREAKFAST L-LUNCH D-DINNER Day Four – (A charming day by the seaside!) Camogli – Abbey of San Fruttuoso – Portofino - Leivi B | D We begin our fourth day in Camogli, a very popular town for Italian holiday makers during summer. It is also a place where one can enjoy a sumptuous slice of cheese focaccia, more commonly known as Focaccia di Recco (the name of a neighbouring town). We arrive early in the morning in time to take the ferry to the nearby location of the Abbey of San Fruttuoso. We spend the morning in this isolated and idyllic location, which is only reachable by boat or foot, before heading back to Camogli for an hour or so’s free time. At lunchtime we return to Sestri Levante to relax at our hotel and prepare for tonight’s provided farewell meal. Our dining location tonight is in the town of Leivi, high up in the hills above the Ligurian coastline. Day Five – Farewell Day) B Departur: Sestri Levante train station and Genoa Airport Today is the end of the tour, as we say farewell to our fellow guests and the beautiful Ligurian seaside. After breakfast guests will be taken to the Sestri Levante train station at 9am, and Genoa’s Cristoforo Colombo Airport (arrival time approximately 11-11.30am). Alternatively you can make your own post-tour arrangements. The Cinque Terre, Italian Riviera and the Walled Wonder of Lucca Tour costs AUD $2,450.00 per person, twin share (AUD$300.00 Single Supplement) and includes: ✔4 nights accommodation Twin Share or Double ✔ Breakfast every day except Day 1 ✔ Two evening meals ✔ One cooking lesson/demonstration ✔ Lucca walking tour ✔ A 1 day rail and Park pass to the Cinque Terre National Park and return train ticket from Sestri Levante to Monterosso al Mare ✔ All land-based transport including transfers to & from Genoa Airport and Sestri Levante train station. (See Terms and Conditions section at rear for list of tour exclusions) Tour Accommodation Sestri Levante’s Hotel Genova The Hotel Genova is an extremely well looked after hotel with very clean, modern rooms and great wifi service and breakfasts. It also has a rooftop sun terrace with nice water views and is located a stone's throw from Sestri Levante's stunning Bay of Fables. Italian Delights Tours Guest Testimonials When you want a delightfully delicious and marvellous introduction to Italian living, this is it! Out of the way meandering through country lanes and unusual, historic towns provide adventure and surprises. Heartily, deliciously recommended. Lynn, Sydney, AUS. "I can absolutely recommend Italian Delights tours! Every day of our tour was different, fun and interesting with full days exploring hidden delights. Sue – Sydney, AUS. "Our Italian Delights tour was a great opportunity to have an "inside" look into local Italian life and really explore Italy. The tour was intimate, and the hosts were very caring, attentive, punctual and knowledgeable. They always went the extra mile to ensure that our tour was memorable. Great driving too!" Anthony - Canberra, AUS. For the travellers who enjoy to experience good food wine and friendly people, this is the tour for you. Maree, Melbourne, AUS. For my first experience as a single traveller in Europe your tour provided everything and more than my expectations. Locations- absolute delightful tour guide! -The weather (perfect), accommodation - and lengths of travel and free time were well planned. I have expressed to all my family and friends my recommendation for Italian Delights. Rosie, Vic, AUS. "The best parts of my Italian Delights tour were the lovely countryside, wineries, and some very good food!" Barbara - NSW, AUS . A wonderful experience and varied tour. Great hosts and a friendly small group. Ready to book next tour. Margaret, VIC. AUS. We would say in all of our travels this must be the tour that offers the most diverse experiences! Tony and Sue, WA, AUS. I would recommend Italian Delights Tours to anyone wanting to see the other parts of Italy unspoiled by tourists. Perfect! Leonie, Melbourne, AUS. Our guide's attention to detail and desire to help out when we had a problem was exceptional. Graham, Melbourne, AUS. Owners of Italian Delights Tours Lynette and Jim Romagnesi Jim and Lynette are passionate travellers and both have proud Italian backgrounds. They have an extremely close affinity with Italy, after having lived there with their children for 2 years from 2005. Put simply Lynette and Jim love all things Italian! They have developed Italian Delights tours over the past 10 years or so, based on their sound knowledge of what intrepid small group travellers (both singles and couples) are looking for in their guided Italian experiences.