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2. dear Friends:
andiamo was founded on our love of italy. we are excited to share this wonderful culture and
lifestyle with you through our successful signature tours as well as our exciting new programs.
we specialize exclusively in italy and we want you to experience the best this fantastic country
has to offer.
we look forward to welcoming you to this marvelous and wonderful country. we will plan
every detail of your travel for you in our “travel Your way” programs. andiamo also offers
scheduled departure Group tours and small escorted tours; each may also be customized.
andiamo is our passion; we know italy and we want you to experience italy the way you want
to remember your italian vacation of a lifetime.
Let’s Go to italy Your way.
Cordiali saluti
andiamo team, inc.
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3. w h at s e ts a n d i a m o a p a r t
wE wANT YOU TO EXpErIENCE ITALY YOUr wAY.
italy is composed of 20 different regions all with their we invite you to come with us to not only the major cit-
own character, beauty, food and flavors. we offer the ies of rome, Florence, Venice and milan but also amalfi
classical italy as well as the undiscovered. Coast, italian riviera, Lake district, emilia romagna, Friuli,
we have chosen our hotels based on location, character apulia and torino. Become captivated and enthralled with
and amenities. we do constant hotel inspections to make sicily, sardinia, malta. Let us help plan your reunion to the
sure that they meet your needs and our high standards. town of your ancestors.
our brochure is filled with many interesting and diverse we are very excited to offer itineraries to emilia romagna,
itineraries. they represent what we love about italy and which is famous as the Food Capital, apulia which has
what we want to share with you. we know these areas and beautiful landscape, unique wine and wonderful trulli
we want you to discover and enjoy them. architecture. marche region is being hailed as the new
tuscany!
sicily is one of our favorite destinations and we are
thrilled to offer you three different programs. one pro- italy is enchanting and can be visited many times as
gram is a combination with malta! it has the possibility of many different experiences, from
culture, lakes, beaches, mountains, and so much more.
americans are becoming more food and wine savvy and
we want you to be able to experience the best of the culi- Let andiamo, your italian tour operator; expertly plan
nary, wine and gourmet offerings in italy. traveling from your upcoming italian holiday. we invite you to join us to
south to north there is a change in the culture, people, experience the charm, treasures and warmth of italy with
scenery, weather and culinary dishes. andiamo as your host.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
AMENIT Y SYMBOL S
whAT SETS ANdIAMO ApArT 3
Meal
MAp OF ITALY 4 a B ou t a n di a mo
ANdIAMO OFFErINgS 5
Audio pILgrIMAgE TOUr 6
TUSCAN CULINArY & wINE dELIghTS 7
EMILIA rOMAgNA FLAVOUrS 8
Gourmet TUSCAN wINE TOUr 9
BUON TASTE & FLAVOUrS 10
TrILOgY BY rAIL 11
Wine i ta LY
COOkINg SChOOL ON ThE AMALFI COAST 12
AMALFI COAST CULINArY & wINE dELIghTS 13 itiner aries
Cooking FrUILI gASTrONOMY 14
TOrINO dECOdEd 16
AMALFI COAST SpLENdOUr 17
Hotel dISCOVEr ApULIA 18
MAgICAL TUSCIA 19
CINQUE TErrE TASTINg 20
Coach Bus SICILIAN hErITAgE BELLO 22 siC i LY
SICILIAN hErITAgE BELLA 23
itiner aries
Boat TwO ISLANd TOUr 24
ANdIAMO TErMS & CONdITIONS 25 p oL iC i e s
Car
Railroad
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4. Turin
Modena
Portofino
Rimini
Arezzo
Bari
Brindisi
Sassari Lecce
Positano
N Messina
Reggio Calabria
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5. andiamo oFFerinGs
experience italy your way with andiamo
our andiamo travel specialists have the expertise, famous museums of paintings and sculpture in the world
knowledge, and relationships to create the independent - the uffizi Gallery!
vacation of your dreams. we will meet you at the airport
if cruising, you can avoid long lines at the port by arrang-
or your cruise ship and transport you to your accommoda-
ing a land tour with us. why waste precious holiday time
tion so that you can begin seeing and tasting the italian
when we can transport you magically and comfortably? we
culture.
expertly arrange travel for individuals and your customized
we’ll provide hotels that match your style. we have 3, and personalized groups.
4 and 5 star properties as well as villas, castles and farm
if italy mainland or the beautiful island of sicily is your
houses. andiamo will arrange private cars with drivers, car
destination, call on our passion and knowledge to make your
rentals or first class rail passes for you to explore this beau-
travels unforgettable.
tiful country.
we have experts in the usa and italy. You can count
a thousand mouth-watering dishes await you and
on our expertise and relationships rather than on the un-
the italian wineries beckon you. why not have us arrange
certainty of leaving your valuable vacation in the “hands of
cooking classes and winery visits or join us for our fabu-
the web.”
lous Culinary, Gourmet and winery tours.
our expertise and passion set andiamo apart and are the
we can set-up private or collective sightseeing for you.
ingredients for an italian magical memory.
in rome, we will arrange your Vatican tour, city sightsee-
ing tour and in Florence we will arrange for you to see
andiamo! Let’s Go to italy Your way!
the magnificent david. and don’t miss one of the most
E S C Or T E d T O Ur S F L EXI BL E Tr AVEL gr OUp TO U rS
We offer the perfect pace and Andiamo specializes in Flexible Andiamo expertly arranges:
blend of sightseeing and free Independent Travel (FIT) with one Culinary, Wine, Gourmet, Art,
time to explore. Our tours are stop convenience. We will orches- Culture, Pilgrimages, Religious,
more personalized, allowing trate the holiday of your dreams. Spa Resorts, Sports, and so much
you to really experience Italy. Spend your time enjoying your va- more. Call Andiamo to arrange
cation rather than arranging it! your next Group trip to Italy.
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6. SMALL
Lake Como
Venice
piLGrim a Ge t o ur
Rome, Assisi, Siena, San Gimignano, Florence,
10
Padua, Venice, Lake Como Florence
days Faith-based Tours Your Way Siena Assisi
Rome
CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING
ANDIAMO PILGRIMAGE TOUR
Code Name: PILG
day 9 - lake como
after breakfast, departure for a beauti-
ful trip by ferry, crossing the magnificent
Lake, and arrival in Bellagio, situated on
the southern coast of Lake Como and fa-
mous for its elegant villas and their color-
ful gardens. panoramic visit with our tour
escort, and time at leisure for personal
activities and shopping. dinner and over-
night in hotel. (BB d)
day 10 - lake como - milan malpensa
Breakfast. in the morning, transfer to
milan airport (mXp) for your independent
return flight. (BB)
day 1 - usa - italy
independent overnight flight from usa to and st. Clare’s Basilicas. in the afternoon
rome. visit of the Basilica of st. mary of the angels WHAT IS INCLUDED
with our tour escort. dinner and overnight • Professional English Speaking tour Director
day 2 - rome in hotel. (BB d)
arrival at rome airport (FCo) and meet- • Deluxe air conditioned Motor coach
ing with our english-speaking tour escort. day 6 - assisi - siena - san gimignano • Accommodations in 3 or 4 Star Hotels
pick-up by private bus and transfer to assisi • Half Board Daily (continental breakfast &
the Catacombs of st. Callistus and to the depart to siena for a panoramic half-day dinner)
Basilica of st. paul outside the walls for a Guided City tour including the Cathedral • Guided City Tours in Rome, Assisi, Siena, Flor-
visit with our tour escort. accommodation and the famous piazza del Campo. on to ence & Venice
in hotel, dinner and overnight. (d) san Gimignano and time to stroll in the • Entrance tickets to the Catacombs of
town center with our tour escort. return St. Callistus in Rome
day 3 - rome to assisi for dinner and overnight in hotel. • Vatican Museum in Rome
in the morning papal audience. in the (BB d) • Cathedral in Siena
afternoon half-day Guided City tour to • Santa Croce Basilica in Florence
visit the Basilica of st. mary major, and day 7 - assisi - florence - padua • Private headphones for the Vatican Museum,
the Basilica of st. John in Lateran (plus in the morning departure to Florence. St. Mary’s Basilica, St. Francis of Assisi
the holy stairs).dinner and overnight in arrival and half-day Guided City tour to • Booking of the Papal Audience
hotel. (BB d) visit the santa Croce Basilica, the Cathedral • Round Trip ticket for vaporetto in Venice
of santa maria del Fiore with the magnifi- • Boat to Bellagio
day 4 - rome cent dome by Brunelleschi, the Baptistery
• Baggage handling of 1 piece of luggage per
Full-day Guided City tour: in the morn- with the golden bronze doors by Ghiberti, person
ing visit of the Vatican museums (sistine and piazza della signoria with the palazzo • Hotel Taxes and service charges
Chapel included), and to st. peter’s Basilica Vecchio. Continue to padua for accommoda-
(including the crypt of John paul ii). in the tion in hotel, dinner and overnight. (BB d) NOT INCLUDED:
afternoon, panoramic visit by bus of the Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities to Tour Director and
day 8 - padua - venice - lake como Driver; Porterage at airport; Beverages and meals not
imperial rome: the Colosseum (outside mentioned in the program; Lunches and drinks; Admis-
view only), the roman Forum. some time transfer to Venice island for a half-day sion fee for all sites and other activities as per itinerary;
at leisure for personal activities. dinner Guided City tour to visit the Golden Basilica Travel Insurance, Arrival/Departure airport transfers;
of st. mark, st. mark’s square, the Bridge Tips, other Entrances, and Personal items; All that is not
and overnight in hotel. (BB d) specifically mentioned above.
of sighs and the doges’ palace. in the after-
day 5 - rome - assisi noon departure to the Lake district and ar-
morning departure to assisi. arrival and rival in Lecco, the famous City of manzoni’s MEAL LEGEND:
(BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
half-day Guided City tour to visit the plac- characters renzo and Lucia. arrival at hotel,
es associated with st. Francis: st. Francis’ dinner and overnight. (BB d)
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7. t us C a n C u L i na r Y & w in e deLiGh t s
Siena, Florence, Chianti Florence
9
Chianti
Culinary, Wine, Gourmet, Olive Oil and Chocolate Siena
days
day 1 usa - florence
depart from usa to Florence. WHAT IS INCLUDED
day 2 florence - siena • 5 Overnight Stay in Siena
arrival in Florence and transfer from • 2 Overnight Stay in Florence
Florence airport (FLr) to your hotel in • Buffet Breakfast Daily
siena. welcome dinner in the piazza del • Transfer From Florence Airport To The Hotel
Campo which is one of europe’s greatest In Siena
medieval squares. (d) • Welcome Dinner In A Restaurant In The
Square Il Campo
day 3 - siena • An English Speaking Guide For The Visit Of
in the morning, a guided visit of siena in- Siena (Max 3 Hours)
cluding the entrance to the Cathedral. a • Entrance At The Cathedral In Siena
tasting in siena of pecorino cheese with • Tasting In Siena Of Pecorino Cheese With
honey, bruschetta with olive oil, typical Honey, Bruschetta With Olive Oil, Typical
tuscan salami and Chianti Colli senesi in- Tuscan Salami And Chianti Colli Senesi + Visit
Of The Ancient Well
cluding a visit of the ancient well. in the
• 1 Cooking Lesson With Dinner And Diploma In day 8 - florence
afternoon, experience a cooking lesson and Siena
dinner in a cooking school in siena. at the • Car, Minivan Or Minibus At Disposal For A Full after breakfast enjoy a private city tour of
end of the course, participants will receive Day Excursion In Chianti Region And Colle Val Florence. drive along the romantic Viale
a diploma. (BB d) d’Elsa (Max 8 Hours) dei Colli up to piazzale michelangelo to
• Visit Of A Winery In Chianti Region With Wine admire the wonderful panorama. the
day 4 - chianti district Tasting
Full day excursion: in the morning visit of tour will proceed by coach through the
• Typical Lunch In A Restaurant In The Chianti old city centre. walking guided tour of the
Chianti region with wine tasting in a win- Region
ery and lunch in a typical restaurant. after duomo complex: Giotto’s bell tower, the
• Chocolate Tasting In Colle Val d’Elsa
lunch, visit the town of Colle Val d’elsa and Baptistery, the Cathedral with the mag-
• Transfer From The Hotel To Chianti Region
a chocolate tasting in an enoteca. dinner And Back After Lunch nificent Cupola del Brunelleschi. Visit of
free. (BB L) • 1 Cooking Lesson And Lunch In A Farmhouse
Galleria dell’ accademia where you can
In The Chianti Region admire the famous david by michelan-
day 5 - cooking class • Car, Minivan Or Minibus At Disposal For A Full gelo. (BB)
in the morning, transfer to a farmhouse in Day Excursion In Val d’Orcia Region (Max 8 day 9 - florence - usa
Chianti region for a cooking class based on Hours) transfer from hotel to Florence airport
regional specialities. afterward enjoy the • Visit Of A Winery In Montalcino With Wine (FLr). (BB)
lunch we have created. dinner free. (BB L) And Olive Oil Tasting
• Light Lunch At The Enoteca In Montalcino
day 6 - winery & olive oil • Farewell Dinner In A Restaurant In Siena 9 DAYS FROM USD $2999
Full day excursion in Val d’orcia region: • Collective Transfer From The Hotel In Siena TUSCAN CULINARY & WINE DELIGHTS
in the morning visit of sant’antimo abbey To A Castle In Greve In Chianti And To The
Hotel In Florence Code Name: CLN
and wine and olive oil tasting in a winery.
Light lunch at the enoteca of montalcino • Visit Of A Castle In Florentine Chianti With
Light Lunch/Wine Tasting PRICING
after lunch, visit of montalcino and trans- DOUBLE: $2999 per person
fer back to siena. Farewell dinner in a de- • An English Speaking Guide For The Visit Of SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $500
Florence (Max 3 Hours)
lightful restaurant in siena. (BB L d) PRICES ARE PER PERSON, LAND ONLY.
• Entrance To The Cathedral In Florence
day 7 - siena - florence • Entrance To Accademia Gallery
• Private Transfer From The Hotel In Florence DEPARTURE DATES
transfer from the hotel in siena to your ho-
tel in Florence. why not have us arrange a To Florence Airport PGUARANTEED DEPARTURES: JUNE 18,
• Drinks During The Meals 2010 & OCTOBER 8, 2010
city sightseeing tour or a museum visit?
we would be happy to make restaurant PROGRAM CAN BE RUN ANY DATE UPON
suggestions for dinner this evening. (BB) NOT INCLUDED: REQUEST
Intercontinental Flights; Gratuities to Tour Director, Driver,
Local guides, or Assistant, Porterage at airport, Beverages
and meals not mentioned in the program; Travel Insurance; ACCOMMODATIONS
All that is not specifically mentioned above.
4 STAR HOTELS
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8. CROAT
Parma Modena BOSN
Bologna HERZ
e m iL i a r o ma G na FLaVours NCE
Bologna, Parma, Modena
6
Food Capital of Italy
days
day 1 - usa - italy
independent overnight flight from usa to
Bologna.
day 2 - bologna - parma
transfer from Bologna airport (BLG) to your
hotel. Check-in and rest. time for discovery
or exploration on your own. enjoy indepen-
dent dinner in town or at the hotel.
day 3 - parma
Guided tour of a plant where prosciutto
di parma (parma ham) is made. Visit to a
wine cellar of the Vini dei Coli di parma
(vineyards of the parma foothills). Lunch
tasting with local wines and gourmet prod-
ucts at the prosciutto di parma museum. in
the afternoon, guided tour of torrechiara
Castle and the Felino Castle. in 1974 the
Felino Castle was sold to its present own-
ers. today, after more than twenty years of
diligent restorations, one can fully admire
it in its splendour. its illumination at night
is so impressive and powerful that it can be CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING WHAT IS INCLUDED
seen at kilometres of distance. tour of the ANDIAMO EMILIA ROMAGNA FLAVORS
salami museum. enjoy dinner and over- • Airport Transfers
Code Name: ER
night at the hotel. (BB L d) • Tour Of A Prosciutto Di Parma Plant
and guided tour of the rocca meli Lupi • Visit To A Wine Cellar Of The Vini Dei Coli Di
day 4 - parma Parma
in soragna and/or the rocco sanvitale
today is a guided tour and tasting at a dairy • Tour Of The Salami Museum
in Fontanellato. dinner featuring local
farm where parmigiano-reggiano cheese is • Tour And Tasting At A Parmigiano-Reggiano
cuisine of the parma plains with guided
made. Guided tour of the old town center Cheese Dairy Farm
tour of the nearby Cantina del Culatello di
of parma: duomo (Cathedral), Baptistery, • Visit To A Plant Where Aceto Balsamico Tradizion-
Zibello (prime cut ham). (BB L d)
Farnese theatre. transfer to the Fidenza ale Di Modena is made
Village outlets, the most exclusive outlet day 5 - modena NOT INCLUDED:
shopping in italy. Lunch, tasting the typi- after breakfast, transfer to modena and Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities to Tour Director and
cal specialties at the ristorante Barlumeria guided tour of the old town centre: duomo. Driver; Porterage at airport; Beverages and meals not
inside the Village. Free time for shopping ducal palace, piazza Grande and estense mentioned in the program; Lunches and drinks; Admis-
in the Fidenza Village outlets. transfer sion fee for all sites and other activities as per itinerary;
Gallery. then enjoy a visit to a plant where Travel Insurance, Arrival/Departure airport transfers;
Tips, other Entrances, and Personal items; All that is not
specifically mentioned above.
aceto Balsamico tradizionale di modena
(traditional balsamic vinegar of modena)
is made. Light lunch at the vinegar plant
with tasting of local products. in the after-
noon, guided tour of the Ferrari museum
which features the history of the legendary
automobile and its founder. (BB L)
day 6 - departure
departure to Bologna airport (BLG) or to
train station for your departure home or to
continue your italian journey. (BB)
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9. t u s Ca n w in e t o ur
Florence
Florence, Siena, Chianti Chianti
8
Siena
Wine Cellar Visits, Delicious Tastings,
days Diploma Cooking Class, Exclusive Sommelier Course
day 1 - usa - italy
independent overnight flight from usa to
italy.
day 2 - florence - siena
arrival at Florence airport (FLr). private
transfer to your property in siena. enjoy a
welcome dinner. overnight stay. (d)
day 3 - siena
this morning, a guided visit to siena
with wine tasting at a local enoteca. in the
afternoon, experience first hand the world
of tuscan seasonal cuisine with our private
cooking class. Create a memorable meal
using the finest ingredients and fresh-
est local produce. this evening, enjoy the WHAT IS INCLUDED
delicious results, and receive your Culinary
• 2 nights with breakfast included
diploma. (BB d)
• 4 nights with half board included
day 4 - val d’orcia montalcino • Transfer from Florence airport to the property
Full day excursion to Val d’orcia. in the • 1 guided visit of Siena (max 3 hours)
morning visit montalcino. enjoy lunch and • 1 enoteca wine tasting in Siena
wine tasting in a nearby winery. this after- • 1 cooking lesson with diploma + dinner in Siena
noon we visit sant’antimo abbey and ex- • 8 hour tour in Val d’Orcia area with private bus
plore its wine cellar. wine tasting included. CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING and driver
tonight, dinner at the property. (BB L d) ANDIAMO TUSCAN WINE TOUR • Lunch/wine tasting in a winery near Montalcino
Code Name: WINE • Visit a wine cellar + wine tasting near Montalcino
• 8 hour tour in Montepulciano and Pienza with
day 5 - montepulciano private bus and driver
• Visit of the historical wineries in Montepulciano +
today, we travel to montepulciano’s histori-
wine tasting
cal wine cellar for wine tasting. Lunch in
• Typical lunch in a restaurant of Montepulciano
the town centre. this afternoon, we visit
• Tasting of pecorino cheese in Pienza
pienza and enjoy a pecorino cheese tasting.
• 8 hour tour in Chianti Fiorentino region with
dinner at the property. (BB L d)
private bus and driver
day 6 - chianti fiorentino tour • Sommelier course + lunch in a winery in Chianti
this morning, we travel to Chianti for our Fiorentino
private sommelier course in a winery with • Chocolate tasting in an enoteca in Colle Val d’Elsa
lunch included. in the afternoon, transfer • Full day tour in Chianti region with private bus and
to Colle Val d’elsa for a wonderful chocolate driver
tasting. dinner at the property. (BB L d) • Visit the gardens + wine cellar + wine tasting of a
castle in Chianti region
day 7 - chianti tour • Light lunch in a winery in Chianti region
tour the gardens and wine cellar of Castello • Farewell dinner in a castle in Chianti region
di Brolio (wine tasting included). Light • Transfer from the property to Florence airport
lunch at a winery, with a visit to its wine • Baggage Handling of one piece of luggage at hotel
cellar. Farewell dinner in a castle of the • Drinks (water and wine) during the meals
Chianti region. (BB L d)
NOT INCLUDED:
day 8 - italy - usa Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities to Tour Director and
private transfer from the property to Driver; Porterage at airport; Beverages and meals not
mentioned in the program; Tips, other Entrances and
Florence airport (FLr). Personal Items; Travel Insurance; All that is not specifi-
cally mentioned above.
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10. CROAT
Torino
Parma BOSN
HERZ
B u o n tas t e & FLaVo urs NCE
Bologna
Florence
Perugia, Siena, Florence, Parma, Torino Siena
10
Perugia
Guided Tours of the Winemaking Cellars, Wine Zone,
days Cooking Lessons & Sightseeing
day 1 - usa - italy and piacenza. we visit the salame Felino
independent overnight flight from usa CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING and prosciutto museums and discover the
to rome airport (FCo) or Florence airport ANDIAMO BUON TASTE & FLAVORS food culture and traditions of this area.
(FLr). Code Name: BUON dinner in a medieval castle. (BB d)
day 2 - perugia day 10 - italy - usa or extension
after individual arrival and check-in at ACCOMMODATIONS Check-out and individual departure. or
hotel, we visit perugina, to enjoy a cook- 4 STAR HOTELS possible extension to piedmont and Langhe.
ing lesson and chocolate tasting. next we Note: Similar category hotels may be Checkout of the parma hotel. this after-
visit the famous “Lungarotti wine and oil substituted.
noon, transfer to Langhe to visit the “Banca
museum” (tasting included). tonight, din- del Vino” and the “università del Gusto”.
ner in an elegant restaurant. (L d) Minimum number of participants is 6. If tonight, enjoy dinner in a wonderful res-
the group doesn’t reach the minimum taurant adhering to the “slow Food italia”
day 3 - cucina ruspante day trip number of 6, clients have the option of standards of eating good food in the tradi-
this morning we reach spello in the being refunded or doing the tour paying the tional way. (BB d)
umbrian Valley. Continuing to montefalco supplement for individual departure.
we enjoy a tasting of the local sagrantino day 11 - torino
wine. tonight, participate in a high level after breakfast, we visit torino and we can
cooking lesson, using fresh local produce. lunch at the store of “slow Food”. we have
day 5 - chianti day
Later, we enjoy an italian aperitif and savor the option to remain in Langhe to discover
a full day in Chianti. in montalcino after
our creations. (BB d) the area on our own. (BB)
a private tasting of Chianti Classico and
day 4 - siena - montepulciano super tuscan vintages we visit a mill and day 12 - italy - usa
after breakfast, we leave for montepulciano learn about extra-virgin olive oil. this af- after breakfast, individual departure to air-
to enjoy the tasty local products. this after- ternoon, an excursion to san Gimignano port or rail station. (BB)
noon, reach siena where a local guide will to visit wine cellars and enjoy a delightful
lead our walking tour. tonight we dine sur- tasting. (BB LL)
rounded by vineyards! (BB LL d) day 6 - florence day
this morning, we transfer to Florence and WHAT IS INCLUDED
meet our guide. for a gourmet walking tour.
Free afternoon, or choose an optionaL • Small independent group tour (from 6 to 12
classic cooking lesson with one of the city’s people) with mini bus - NO tour leader OR
best cooking schools. (BB) • Escorted tour (from 13 people) with tour
leader
day 7 - florence - emilia romagna • 8 nights accommodation in 4 star hotels
Changing regions, we visit emilia romagna. • All transfers (by mini buses with driver) listed
morning departure to Bologna and half day in the program
guided gourmet walking tour. this after- • English speaking guides as listed
noon, we reach modena, famous for its
Balsamic Vinegar. we learn its history and OPTIONAL (Not included in the price)
production techniques. enjoy dinner fea- • Classic cooking lesson with the best cooking
turing typical modenese cuisine. (BB d) school in Florence (Day 6)
• Traditional and innovative culinary course
day 8 - parmesan day at parma directly at Barilla Academy (Day 8)
this morning, we visit the factory where
NOT INCLUDED:
the world famous parmigiano reggiano Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities to Tour Director and
is produced. we also visit a “prosciuttifi- Driver; Porterage at airport; Beverages and meals not
cio” and enjoy a tasting accompanied by a mentioned in the program; Lunches and drinks; Admis-
sion fee for all sites and other activities as per itinerary;
glass of Lambrusco. this afternoon, there Travel Insurance, Arrival/Departure airport transfers;
is an optionaL opportunity for a culinary Tips, other Entrances, and Personal items; All that is not
course at the Barilla academy. (BB LL) specifically mentioned above.
MEAL LEGEND:
day 9 - ricordanze dei sapori
(BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
today the castles of the ducato di parma
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11. Venice
t riLo GY B Y ra iL
Florence
Rome, Florence, Venice
8
Highlight of the Classics of Italy
days Rome
day 1 - usa - rome
independent overnight flight from usa to
rome airport (FCo).
day 2 - rome
upon arrival at the airport, you are trans-
ferred to your chosen hotel. the rest of the
day is free to explore this fascinating city.
day 3 - rome
after breakfast, why not join a private or
collective sightseeing tour of rome and
discover the eternal City or a tour of the
Vatican museum? this evening,we suggest
you experience some great roman cuisine
in a typical trattoria. (BB)
day 4 - rome - florence
this morning, transfer to the rail station
for a train ride to Florence. upon arrival,
check in to your hotel. the day is at leisure
to discover the beauties of this renaissance
city. Join a collective or private tour show- san Gimignano or opt for a visit to the
ing stazione station santa maria novella, CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING
tuscan countryside to enjoy a wine tasting
the duomo, san marco, santa Croce, ANDIAMO TRILOGY BY RAIL
in one of its many cellars. (BB)
Zecca Vecchia, piazzale michelangelo, Code Name: RAIL
Galileo, Villa Cora, porta romana, pitti day 6 - florence - venice
palace, tornabuoni and many other sites after breakfast, board your first class train square to admire the magnificent 13th
such as uffizi and the academy of Fine to Venice. upon arrival, transfer to your century Basilica, the Bridge of sighs and
arts. independently admire the marvels of hotel. savor the sights and sounds of this doge’s palace. Later, why not join an op-
donatello and michelangelo works of art or unique city full of canals and narrow streets. tional tour of the Lagoon to visit the center
shop for Florentine gold items and leather a romantic gondola ride would be hard to of the glassmaking industry in murano and
goods. (BB) resist! (BB) the most colorful of the Burano islands?
(BB)
day 5 - florence day 7 - venice
morning at leisure or take an optional tour after breakfast, join a collective or pri- day 8 - venice - usa
to visit the medieval towns of siena and vate walking guided city tour of st. mark’s after breakfast, transfer to Venice (VCe)
airport for your return flight. (BB)
WHAT IS INCLUDED
• FirstClass Hotels Centrally Located
• FirstClass Rail
• Licensed Local Guides & Entrance Fees per
program
• Hotel & City Taxes
• Baggage Handling of one piece of luggage
NOT INCLUDED:
Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities; Porterage at airport;
Beverages and meals not mentioned in the program;
Tips, other Entrances and Personal Items; Travel Insur-
ance; All that is not specifically mentioned above.
MEAL LEGEND:
(BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
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12. C ooK i n G s C h o o L o n t h e a m a LFi Co a st
Naples, Ravello
6 days
Cooking Lessons with the Celebrated Chef
day 1 - usa - italy
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
independent overnight flight from usa.
day 2 - arrival • Boat trip along the Costiera by day or night,
arrive at naples airport (nap) or naples evening dinner on the boat with champagne
rail station. transfer by private car to and music, a fishing trip by night and more.
ravello and check-in at your hotel and over- • Trips to Capri, Pompeii, Paestum,
night. Herculaneum, Naples and Villa Oplontis
• Shopping in Positano, Salerno, Naples, Capri
day 3 - our chef • Ceramic course or painting course, sailing
in the morning, we have a welcome meet- course.
ing with our celebrated chef in her home.
• Mozzarella Cheese Factory
under her guidance, we begin our first
• Limoncello factory
cooking lesion and prepare a delicious
meal using fresh local ingredients. we • Local guide in Ravello for half days visits
taurant suggestions for you this evening.
lunch on the beautiful terrace facing the • Entrance fees to Villa Rufolo and Villa
(BB L)
mediterranean sea and tasting the food we Cimbrone
personally cooked. this evening, perhaps day 5 • Car, guide and entrance fees for the Full Day
enjoy a light dinner at a local trattoria while today is yours for leisure or exploration. Tour to Pompeii and Sorrento
exploring ravello. (BB L) we can also arrange optional excursions
for you. (BB)
day 4 - cooking class & lunch
our second cooking lesson is followed by day 6
another delightful lunch. we can make res- private transfer to naples railway station CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING
or airport. (BB) COOKING SCHOOL
Code Name: COOK
WHAT IS INCLUDED
• Privatetransfers Naples/Ravello/Naples
• Accommodation for 4 nights
• 2 cooking lessons of 3 hours each
• Porterage at Hotel
NOT INCLUDED:
Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities; Porterage at airport or
rail station; Beverages and meals not mentioned in the
program; Tips, other Entrances and Personal Items; Travel
Insurance; All that is not specifically mentioned above.
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13. amaL F i C o a s t C u L i na r Y & w in e deLiGht s
Capri Excursion, Pompeii Visit, Sorrento Sightseeing
8 days
Winery Visit, Cooking Class, Gourmet Dining
day 1 - usa - naples day 4 - farmhouse visit & lunch
independent overnight flight from usa to after a sumptuous breakfast, tour a nearby
naples (nap) italy. farm where you can experience mozzarel-
la making, limoncello and olive oil tasting.
day 2 - naples ~ sorrento after, enjoy a delicious farmhouse lunch.
private transfer to your villa hotel where tonight, enjoy dinner at the villa. (BB L
you are greeted by your hostess chef, and d)
where you will spend the next few magical
days. tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner at day 5 - capri excursion
the Villa. (d) Guided visit of Capri island. departure
to Capri by jetfoil. upon arrival visit of
day 2 - sorrento tour & dinner in anacapri by private minibus. Free time
town
today, we have an orientation tour of for lunch and continue to Capri centre
sorrento. tonight, we enjoy dinner at a res- highlights: piazzetta, augustus’ gardens
taurant in sorrento. (BB d) overlooking the famed Faraglioni rocks
and marina piccola, ViaCamerelle, Via
day 3 - naples ~ pompeii ~ sorrento tragara. Free time for shopping. return to
after breakfast at your hotel, depart for the villa late afternoon. (BB d)
pompeii. meet your local guide and enjoy
the tour of the town that was covered by mt
Vesuvius. dinner at villa. (BB d)
day 6 - winery visit
today, we have a winery visit with lunch.
dinner at villa. (BB L d)
day 7 - cooking lesson
today, explore the local towns on your own.
Late afternoon, cooking lesson and enjoy
your creation for dinner. (BB d)
day 8 - Salerno ~ paestum
we suggest that you have a panoramic tour
of salerno and then depart for paestum;
which is one of the most important archae-
ological sites in the country. Visit of the
best preserved Greek ruins, architecture
and monuments and the famous museum.
tonight, we say arriverderci at our Farewell
dinner. (BB d)
day 9 - departure ~ italy ~usa
private transfer to naples airport (nap)
for your return flight. (BB)
CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING
Amalfi Coast Culinary & Wine Delights
Code Name: OASI
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14. Ljubljana CROAT
SLOVENIA
Venice Trieste
Torino
F r i uLi Ga st ro n o m Y BOSN
HERZ
Veneto, Friuli, Venezia, Giulia & Slovenia NCE
9
Discover the Best of the Gastronomy of
days NorthEast Italy & Slovenia
day 1 - usa - italy day 7 - ljubljana, the charming
independent overnight flight from usa to CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING capital city (slovenia)
Venice. ANDIAMO FRIULI GASTRONOMY TOUR today, we head towards Ljubljana, the capi-
Code Name: FRI tal city of slovenia. sightseeing tour of the
day 2 - ciao italia Tour requires 10 participants to operate. city with its baroque city center, to admire
arrival in Venice (VCe) and group transfer the castle overlooking the city, the beautiful
to your hotel. dinner and overnight at the bridges and the colourful market. we have
hotel. (d) day 5 - san daniele del friuli - udine a tasting of the most famous slovenian
departure to Friuli region, we visit san wines and local products. .dinner will be
day 3 - flavours of venice daniele del Friuli, the “mecca” of the fa- served at a typical slovenian restaurant; ex-
after breakfast, departure to Venice. mous “prosciutto” (ham). at a ham factory periencing traditional dishes from Karst
sightseeing of this city, that does not need we discover the secrets of its preparation cuisine. overnight at our hotel in trieste.
any further introduction. here we go to a and we enjoy a lunch with san daniele (BB L d)
“Cichetteria” to taste the typical “cicchetto”, ham and other local delicacies with a glass
the particular lunch prepared with very of merlot of Colli orientali. afterwards, we day 8- trieste
fresh local fish and other delicacies with continue towards udine. sightseeing tour today is dedicated to discover trieste, the
wine pairing. afternoon at leisure. enjoy of the city that preserves a Venetian imprint- capital city of the region Friuli Venezia
dinner together this evening. (BB L d) ing in its Loggia of Lionello. dinner and Giulia. we visit an oil mill that produces a
overnight at the hotel in udine. (BB L d) d.o.p. oil well renowned and a wine cellar.
day 4 - prosecco hills - bassano del
grappa - conegliano veneto after, we enjoy wine and oil tasting with lo-
we visit a dairy factory that has been mak- day 6 - discovering colli orientali- cal delicacies. afternoon at leisure in the
collio goriziano - cividale - the city center of trieste. Farewell dinner at an
ing traditional cheeses for four genera- mosaics of aquileia
tions. among the vineyards we will enjoy after breakfast we head towards Cividale elegant restaurant in city centre. (BB L d)
some cheeses with a glass of prosecco, the del Friuli, sightseeing tour of the attractive day 9- arrivederci !
white sparkling wine famous worldwide. medieval town. we continue towards Collio, after breakfast, we checkout and group
afterwards, we will head towards prosecco famous for its wine production. we sample transfer to the airport. (BB)
hills in order to visit one of the most re- authentic delicacies of the local gastronom-
spected estates located at a palladian Villa ic tradition at an “agriturismo” among the
of the 17th century, where at the end of the vineyards of Collio. after we visit a top es- WHAT IS INCLUDED
visit we will be treated with 3 local wines tate at a medieval castle to taste some of its
and cold cuts. we continue towards the best wines. we have a “grappa tasting” at • Group transfer by bus Trieste/Venice/Treviso
charming Bassano del Grappa, we will go a local distillery. in the afternoon, we visit airport
for a stroll in the historical centre. here we the roman archaeological site of aquileia. • Motor Coach per program
visit one of the oldest distilleries of grappa dinner and overnight in udine. (BB L d) • 5 dinners, 2 lunches
for a tasting. (BB L d) • 2 brunches (in Venice and Trieste)
• Drinks (1/4 lt of wine and 1/2 lt of water)
• 4 wine tastings (Veneto, Friuli, Trieste,
Ljubljana)
• 2 grappa tastings
• Visit to wine cellars, distilleries, diary and oil
mill as from our program
• Guided tours with professional guides (3 FD
in Veneto and Friuli Venezia Giulia; HD in
Venice, Ljubljana, Trieste
NOT INCLUDED:
Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities to Tour Director and
Driver; Porterage at airport; Beverages and meals not
mentioned in the program; Lunches and drinks; Admis-
sion fee for all sites and other activities as per itinerary;
Travel Insurance, Arrival/Departure airport transfers;
Tips, other Entrances, and Personal items; All that is not
specifically mentioned above.
MEAL LEGEND:
(BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
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16. CROAT
Milan
to rin o deCo ded Torino
Langhe BOSN
HERZ
Torino, Langhe
6
NCE
Winery Tours & Tastings, Delicious Regional Cuisine
days
turesque La morra village and admire the
day 1 - usa - italy WHAT IS INCLUDED breathtaking panorama. enjoy lunch at the
independent overnight flight from usa to ristorante Belvedere in La morra to enjoy
milan. • 4 Nights Accommodation all that piemonte cuisine has to offer. this
• 5 Days Rental Car afternoon, stroll in alba, land of the “white
day 2 - italy - milan
arrive at milan malpensa airport (mXp). • 2 Half Day City Tours With An English Speak- truffle” with its famous medieval city cen-
You have the option of a private transfer to ing Guide ter. stop at truffle & Co. to taste delecta-
torino or renting a car. dinner in a typical ble Langhe specialties. this evening, dine
NOT INCLUDED:
piemonte restaurant. savour “piedmontese” Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities; Porterage at airport; at Locanda nel Borgo in Barolo-monforte.
specialties such as, carne all’albese, agno- Arrival/Departure airport transfers; Beverages and meals (BB L d)
not mentioned in the program; Tips, other Entrances and
lotti, brasato al Barolo and hazel-nut torte. Personal Items; Travel Insurance; All that is not specifi- day 6 - milan
Finish with a glass of the finest Barbera, cally mentioned above. Check-out of the hotel and transfer to milan
Barbaresco or Barolo wines. overnight at malpensa airport (mXp). or perhaps ex-
hotel. tend your stay? Liguria, Cinque terre and
day 3 - torino portofino are a short 2 hour drive away.
a guided walking tour of torino explores ties. this afternoon transfer to Langhe. we tuscany, the Chianti area, and siena are 4
italy’s “First” capital city (1861), from the travel through the piemonte countryside to hours by car. Venice is just a 4 hour train
roman doors to its splendid Baroque arrive at the Villa Beccaris hotel, an ele- ride away. (BB)
palaces. enjoy lunch in the historical Cafè gant resort set in the heart of the wine re-
ristorante platti. during your free time ex- gion. enjoy dinner at La posta restaurant
plore torino on your own. take a cooking in monforte. (BB d)
class, shop in world class stores, indulge CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING
in the famous gelati of the piemonte, visit day 5 - langhe ANDIAMO TORINO DECODED
museums, or simply relax. Your evening this morning, explore Barbaresco village, Code Name: TOR
ends with a memorable guided tour: magic the home of Gaja wines. take a guided tour
turin or underground turin. (BB L) of marchesi di Gresy winery or stroll in ACCOMMODATIONS
Barolo and enjoy a guided tour at marchesi 4 STAR HOTELS
day 4 - torino - langhe di Barolo winery, the birthplace of the
after breakfast, enjoy your free time in the magnificent Barolo wine. after the tour, MEAL LEGEND:
porta palazzo open-market, the largest in savour a wine tasting of the best Barbera, (BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
europe. Look for their many italian special- Barbaresco and Barolo wines. stroll in pic-
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17. a m a L F i C o a st sp Len do ur
Rome, Sorrento
8
Eternal City & The Amalfi Coast
days
day 1 saturday - rome
Benvenuto to italy! upon arrival at rome art and history always leaves a profound pasta according to the old italian recipes.
airport (FCo) please proceed through the impression on visitors to rome: discover afterwards visit one of the most intrigu-
passport Control and collect your luggage the masterpieces of Greek and roman an- ing Farm houses, located on the volcano,
inside the customs area. private transfer to cient art, works of raphael, michelangelo where vineyards and fruit trees grew fac-
the hotel. in the evening, meeting with the and Caravaggio, the sistine Chapel and st ing the Gulf of naples and Capri taking ad-
tour host at the hotel. peter’s Basilica. after the tour ends return vantage of the rich soil. enjoy an authentic
to the hotel by private coach. (BB) Farmers lunch and then taste a glass of
day 2 sunday - rome wine on the patio. (BB L)
spend the day at leisure exploring rome on day 4 tuesday - pompei & vesuvius
your own. From etruscan to roman times, sorrento day 6 thursday - amalfi coast
medieval Churches and renaissance palac- early morning transfer to sorrento by pri- today, enjoy the picturesque town of amalfi,
es, rome offers an incredible range of sights vate coach. upon arrival in pompeii, meet an ancient maritime republic and its mag-
and experiences. afternoon visit to the old with the guide to visit the ruins destroyed nificent dome. en route, stop in positano
Via appia, s.maria maggiore, s. Giovani, 2000 years ago by the eruption of Vesuvius. to visit the town. Late afternoon, return to
scala santa and the Catacombs. rome is after the visit, free time for lunch. in the af- sorrento. dinner will be served at the ho-
well known for its trattoria and homemade ternoon, transfer to the Vesuvius national tel. (BB d)
pasta. tonight, enjoy dinner served in a tra- park. Check in at the hotel and overnight
in sorrento. (BB) day 7 saturday - capri & anacapri
ditional roman trattoria. (BB d) transfer to naples airport (nap) for your
day 3 monday - rome day 5 wednesday - food experience return flight. (BB)
in the afternoon transfer to the Vatican spend the day visiting the afeltra pasta
maker where you will learn how to prepare day 8 saturday - departure - italy - usa
for a guided visit of the museum. Vatican independent transfer to naples airport or
railway station (BB)
WHAT IS INCLUDED 8 DAYS FROM USD $2249
ANDIAMO AMALFI COAST SPLENDOUR
• Tour Host Code Name: AMF
• Luggage handling at hotel
• Bus as per itinerary SEMI ESCORTED
• 3 dinners / 1 lunch Wines and Mineral Water MAXIMUM GROUP SIZE: 25 CLIENTS
included on meals GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
• Visit of Vatican, entrance fee included TOUR BEGINS ON SATURDAY
• Visit of Ancient Appia and Catacombs, en-
trance fee included
• Wine & Food Experience Day DEPARTURE DATES:
• Visit of Pompeii & Vesuvius, entrance fee April 10 - May18, 22 - June 5, 19
included September 11,18, 25 - October 9, 16
• Visit of Amalfi Coast
• Visit of Capri & Anacapri
ACCOMMODATIONS
• Hotel and City Taxes
Roma: Barocco, Marcella Royal, Veneto
Sorrento: Palazzo Abagnale, Plaza, Tra-
NOT INCLUDED: montano
Intercontinental Flights; Gratuities to Tour Director, Driver,
Local guides, or Assistant, Porterage at airport, Beverages Note: Similar category hotels may be
and meals not mentioned in the program; Travel Insurance; substituted.
All that is not specifically mentioned above. PRICES ARE PER PERSON, LAND ONLY
DOUBLE: $2249 per person
MEAL LEGEND: SINGLE: $2849 per person
(BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner TRIPLE: $2009 per person
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18. Bari
Brindisi
disCo Ver a p uLia Lecce
Taranto
Bari, Lecce, Locorotondo, Alberobello, Ostuni, Altamura
9
Region of Glorious Churches, Castles,
days & Sun-Bleached Beaches
0 100 200 km
N
0 62 124 miles
day 1 - usa - italy Castel del monte. after our tour, drive to
independent overnight flight from usa for the delightful port town of trani and en- CALL FOR CURRENT PRICING
Bari italy. joy lunch in a typical trattoria. discover the ANDIAMO DISCOVER APULIA
Cathedral of trani, the pearl of apulia dur- Code Name: PUL
day 2 - bari - lecce ing this afternoon’s walking tour. return to
upon arrival at Bari (Bri), transfer to your resort, where you can enjoy an olive ACCOMMODATIONS
Lecce and check into your hotel. this eve- oil tasting prior to dinner. (BB L d) 4 STAR HOTELS
ning, gather for a welcome drink and din- Note: Similar category hotels may be
ner. (d) day 6 - locorotondo, alberobello & substituted.
ostuni
day 3 - otranto & lecce Visit a mozzarella factory in Locorotondo.
today we explore oranto and marvel at Later, discover the curiously shaped trulli
the exquisite floor mosaic inside otranto’s houses, a vernacular architecture seen only MEAL LEGEND:
Cathedral. return to Lecce in the afternoon in apulia. in this fairy-tale city hundreds (BB) Buffet Breakfast, (L) Lunch, (D) Dinner
and visit a private workshop to observe ar- of these delightful dwellings clustered to-
tisans at work on wonderful papier-mâché gether form a world heritage site. return
figures. (BB) to the hotel for an afternoon to relax. enjoy
the pool and spa facilities or take a bike ride
day 4 - lecce & martina franca through the olive groves towards the beach.
Following a lecture on baroque architec- tonight, we have a dinner of local special-
ture, take a walking tour of Lecce’s cen- ties in a restored farmhouse. (BB d)
tral area. en route, stop at the antinori
masseria maime wine estate in the salento day 7 - altarmura & bari
region. apulia produces more grapes than Visit a family-run bakery in altamura,
any other region. antinori has been pro- which produces a unique blend of bread,
ducing excellent reds such as negroamaro, turning it into delicious focaccie and pizze.
malvasia nera, and primitivo since 1998. this afternoon, explore the seaport of Bari.
enjoy a tour of the new estate followed by this evening, dine in the hotel’s restaurant.
a wine tasting and lunch. this afternoon, (BB d)
arrive at your resort. enjoy your surround-
ings before gathering for dinner in the ho- day 8 - egnazia & polignano a mare
tel. (BB L d) Go inside the walls of the ancient city of
egnazia to view the treasures unearthed
day 5 - castel del monte & trani by archaeologists. stop in enchanting
travel north to admire the geometric har- polignano, before returning to the hotel
mony and majestic octagonal plan of the for an afternoon at leisure. Gather this eve-
ning for a farewell dinner at a local farm-
stead. (BB d)
day 9 - italy - usa
depart Bari (Bri) for the usa on individ-
ual flights. (B)
WHAT IS INCLUDED
• Accommodations
• Transportation
• Local Guides
• Meals as specified
NOT INCLUDED:
Intercontinental Flight; Gratuities; Porterage at airport;
Arrival/Departure airport transfers; Beverages and meals
not mentioned in the program; Tips, other Entrances and
Personal Items; Travel Insurance; All that is not specifi-
cally mentioned above.
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