2016 COLLECTION - Donna Franca Tours

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2016 COLLECTION - Donna Franca Tours
I’m Italy
2016 COLLECTION
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Welcome! Benvenuti!
Meet Donna Franca
Donna Franca Franzaroli is the inspiration and name sake for
Donna Franca Tours. As a Countess, born and educated in Rome,
she takes great pride in promoting personalized vacations to her
native Italy, and has done so successfully for over the past 50 years.
Donna Franca’s experience and personal connections in Italy allow
us to outshine our competition and bring to you once-in-a-lifetime
itineraries that open the doors of private homes and explore the
traditions of her native Italy.
Since Italy has become the food and wine mecca for gourmet enthusiasts around the
world, Donna Franca would like to share with you some of her native Italy’s hidden
culinary secrets by designing a series of custom vacations for individuals and small groups;
many of which include ‘hands-on’ cooking lessons, informative wine tastings and visits
to local gourmet shops. All programs can start any day you wish and can be customized
to meet the needs of your ‘Italian wish list’.
For the most memorable vacation to Italy, including all the personalized attention you
deserve, please call Donna Franca Tours for your free consultation with one of our travel
specialists offering years of experience, unsurpassed knowledge and passion for Italy.
What’s New at Donna Franca Tours?
In 2014, Donna Franca announced the partnership with her son
Leo Locke, a 40-year veteran of the industry. Leo has been one
of the pillars of the company behind the scenes as Vice President.
Due to his extensive product knowledge about Italy as well
as attention to detail, he deserved to become a partner of this
legendary company and to lead Donna Franca Tours into the 21st
century. Donna Franca will continue to be very much involved in
the planning and marketing of her product for her colleagues and
clients. Whether you are experiencing for the first time the unique
beauty that Italy offers or are returning to discover all of Italy’s hidden secrets, the travel
specialists at Donna Franca Tours will create an ideal and personalized vacation based on
your interests, time-frame and budget.
In planning your trip to Italy, consider our new 2016 brochure as an introductory guide
to the many rich and diverse destinations within Italy as our packages represent a tiny
smattering of possibilities. These programs are designed as ‘jumping points’ from which
you will be inspired to create your very own dream vacation to Italy.
New for 2016, we have expanded our selection of unique culinary vacations paired with
wine tasting with your choice of destination. For the adventurous, our Aeolian Islands
Explorer will give you the opportunity to visit Lipari, Stromboli, and Vulcano Islands. Our
Malta Rendezvous vacation features Malta, Gozo, with options to visit the smaller islands
of this amazing archipelago. Our new partnership with Crosi Europe, Europe’s largest
river and barge cruise line, offers small, intimate cruising at amazingly affordable rates!
For the luxury travelers, Donna Franca is offering two exceptional upscale programs
not usually available to the general public. THE LADY IN RED—a new travel concept—a
mythical, legendary 4-day/3-night vacation including deluxe hotel accommodations for 3
nights at the Four Seasons in Milan, the Villa Aminta in Stresa, Villa D’Este in Cernobbio,
or 3 nights at the Four Seasons in Florence, the Fonteverde Resort in San Casciano dei
Bagni, and Hotel Villa La Massa in the Florentine countryside.
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In 1995 Donna Franca
inspired by the overwhelming
appreciation of all her clients
who contributed to her success,
composed a poem called
“I’m Italy.”
She is proud to share it
with you.
I'm real, I'm alive
I'm happy, I'm Rome
I'm Florence and Venice
Pisa and Assisi
Taormina and Capri
I'm the Colosseum
I'm the David
I'm Valentino,
Ferragamo and Gucci
I'm Ferrari
I'm the best cuisine
in the world
I'm art, culture, nature
I'm a generous mother
M y heart is
2,000 years old
I'm a friendly country
I bore children such as
Columbus and Pavarotti
M ichelangelo and Rossini,
Rudy Valentino
and Sophia Loren
I'm yesterday and today
I have the Mediterranean
in my eyes
I don't know the cold
I'm Italy
And I would like to tell you
I love you!
Donna Franca
Italian Fever
The Three Cultural Capitals of Italy
Ì
ome (3 nights) Ì Florence (3 nights) Ì Venice (2 nights)
R
with visits to Pompeii, Naples, Siena, San Gimignano, Pisa,
and the Chianti District
Included Features
Ì
Eight nights’ accommodation in select
centrally located hotels
From $1,499
Land Only
9 Days, 8 Nights
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
Validity: November 1, 2015 through
October 31, 2016
Over the years, the travel industry has changed dramatically, and in order to
better meet the needs of the ever-growing new travel market, Donna Franca
Tours is keeping pace by offering total flexibility in planning your vacation
to Italy.
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel tax and service
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Airport transfer by private car and driver
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Private arrival and departure motor boat
transfers in Venice with assistance and
porterage
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Round trip rail station transfers by private car and driver
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First class rail service from Rome to Florence and from Florence to Venice
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Lunch in Pompeii
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Typical lunch and wine tasting at a family-run estate in Chianti
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Rome collective guided sightseeing includes
Colosseum, Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel,
Pompeii, and Naples
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Florence collective guided sightseeing includes Michelangelo’s “David,” Siena, San Gimignano,
Pisa and the Chianti District
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Venice collective guided sightseeing includes Basilica San Marco, Doge’s Palace
Our new 9 days/8 nights Italian Fever itinerary for 2016 will feature the Three Cultural
Capitals of Italy: Rome, Florence and Venice, with visits to Pompeii, Siena, and San
Gimignano. This vacation is offered to groups or individuals. We are not publishing set
departure dates because of our new flexibility policy. You can choose the day and the month
of departure and you can travel independently at your convenience. However, should you
want to travel on a more traditional tour with one of our professional tour managers, we
will be happy to customize a special departure based on a minimum of ten passengers.
DAY 1 | ROME
Arrival by private car with driver from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Rome Hotel. After checking in
to your centrally-located hotel, you will have ample time to unpack, relax and freshen up prior
to jump starting your visit with an independent stroll through Rome to see the Trevi Fountain,
the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and many other sites of Baroque Rome.
DAY 2 | ROME Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning collective tour of the Vatican Museums
and Sistine Chapel, where you will have a chance to admire Michelangelo’s recently restored
frescoes. After lunch on your own, your exploration of Rome continues with an early afternoon
collective guided tour of Ancient Imperial Rome, highlighting the Circus Maximus, the Arch
of Constantine, Trajan’s Column, the Roman and Imperial Forums and an interior visit to the
Colosseum.
DAY 3 | ROME - POMPEII - NAPLES - ROME
Breakfast and Lunch
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, set out on a collective tour of Pompeii and Naples. The first
stop will be in Pompeii for a guided tour of the excavation site. This once-thriving ancient Roman
seaside resort was buried under molten ash during the 79 AD eruption of nearby Mt. Vesuvius.
After lunch at a local restaurant, continue on to Naples for a guided panoramic tour of this
thriving city. Late afternoon return to Rome.
DAY 4 | ROME - FLORENCE
Breakfast and Lunch
Enjoy a leisurely buffet breakfast at the hotel before transferring by private car with driver to
Rome’s Termini Rail Station to board a first class train to Florence. Upon arrival in Florence,
transfer by private car with driver to your centrally-located hotel for check-in. Balance of the day
is open to leisurely explore Florence, long considered the Cradle of the Renaissance.
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Our Hotels
DAY 5 | FLORENCE
Rome
Breakfast
Premium Package
Hotel Veneto Palace or similar
First Class Package Hotel Quirinale or similar
Deluxe Package
Hotel Stendhal or similar
Florence
Premium Package
Hotel Cellai or similar
First Class Package Hotel Monna Lisa or similar
Deluxe Package
Hotel Degli Orafi or similar
Venice
Premium Package
First Class Package Deluxe Package
Hotel Da Bruno or similar
Hotel Bonvecchiati or similar
Hotel Palazzo Giovanelli
or similar
Tour Selections
Pricing Per Person, based on Double Occupancy
Valid for travel Nov. 1, 2015 – March 15, 2016
Party
Size
Premium
First Class
Deluxe
2
$1,799.00
$2,029.00
$2,429.00
4
$1,599.00
$1,829.00
$2,229.00
6
$1,549.00
$1,799.00
$2,169.00
8
$1,499.00
$1,749.00
$2,149.00
Single
Suppl.
$700.00
$1,000.00
$1,100.00
Valid for travel March 16, 2016 – Oct. 31, 2016
Party
Size
Premium
First Class
Deluxe
2
$2,299.00
$2,669.00
$2,929.00
4
$2,099.00
$2,449.00
$2,729.00
6
$2,049.00
$2,399.00
$2,699.00
8
$1,999.00
$2,369.00
$2,649.00
Single
Suppl.
$1,000.00
$1,400.00
$1,440.00
New for 2016!– VIP luggage assistance from your
private car to your assigned rail car and vice versa in
Rome, Florence, and Venice. $99.00 per person
Easter departures are available for a supplement.
Larger parties welcome, contact us for a price quote
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After buffet breakfast at the hotel, participate in a collective guided tour designed to introduce
you to the genius of the Italian Renaissance. Start at the Accademia to admire Michelangelo’s
imposing statue of David. Continue on to the main Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, crowned
by Brunelleschi’s great dome and flanked by Giotto’s sleek bell tower. At the adjacent Baptistery,
see Ghiberti’s famous Bronze Gates of Paradise, almost lost to the floods of 1966. Stroll through
Piazza della Signoria past the Palazzo Vecchio and eventually on to Piazzale Michelangelo for a
breathtaking panoramic vista of the entire city.
DAY 6 | FLORENCE - SIENA - SAN GIMIGNANO PISA -C HIANTI DISTRICT - FLORENCE
Breakfast ] Country Lunch with Wine
Enjoy buffet breakfast at the hotel prior to heading out on a full-day collective excursion in
search of Tuscany’s hidden gems. The first stop will be in Siena, home of the annual Palio Horse
Race, to explore this fortified city as you journey through its winding roads, past tall towers
and along the portico-covered galleries. Enjoy the guided tour of the old town, including the
famous Basilica of San Domenico (inside visit). Stroll through the large Piazza del Campo, dominated by the Torre della Mangia and the Palazzo Pubblico. Walk up to the stunning Duomo,
with its contrasting black and white marble. Proceed to a family-run wine estate in Chianti for
a wine tasting followed by lunch with wine. Continue on to the heart of the Chianti countryside, the lovely walled town of San Gimignano, an UNESCO World Heritage site known for its
many soaring towers. A local guide will introduce you to the history and traditions of this onetime Medieval town, such as highly skilled craftsmen producing handmade traditional Medieval
objects. Your last stop will be in Pisa, one of the four former Italian Maritime Republics. Stop to
view the Square of Miracles, including the Cathedral, Leaning Tower and Baptistery. Return to
Florence for overnight.
DAY 7 | FLORENCE - VENICE Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at your hotel, transfer by private car with driver to Florence Rail Station
to board a first-class train to Venice, after which you will be transferred by private motor launch
to downtown Venice. After check-in at a centrally-located hotel, relax and unwind at your own
pace for your first night in Venice.
DAY 8 | VENICE
Breakfast
Enjoy buffet breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a collective guided walking tour of
Ducal Venice, including such highlights as the Basilica San Marco, Palazzo Ducale, Bell Tower, Clock
Tower, Santa Maria Formosa, Campo SS Giovanni e Paolo, Marco Polo’s house, and Malibran Theatre.
Finish the tour with an inside visit to the Doge’s Palace. The rest of the afternoon is yours to
leisurely continue your exploration of La Serenissima.
DAY 9 | VENICE / USA
Breakfast
Early morning breakfast at the hotel, followed by your private motor launch transfer to Venice
Tessera Airport to board your return flight to the US, or extend your stay in Italy.
Sicilian Fever
The Four Pillars of Sicily
From
$1,669
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
9 Days, 8 Nights
Palermo (2 nights) with visits to Mondello, Monreale
Agrigento (1 night) with visit to Alcamo
Ì Syracuse (2 nights) with visits to Piazza Armerina, Noto, Ragusa
Ì Taormina (3 nights) with visits to Catania, Mount Etna
Ì
Ì
Included Features
Ì
Eight nights’ accommodation in select
centrally located hotels
Over the years, the travel industry has changed dramatically, and in order to
better meet the needs of the ever-growing new travel market, Donna Franca
Tours is keeping pace by offering total flexibility in planning your vacation
to Italy.
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel tax and service
Ì
Arrival and departure transfers by private car
and driver
Ì
Intercity transfers as indicated by private car
and driver
Ì
Organic winery and farm visit with wine
tasting of the Bianco d’Alcamo followed by
lunch in Alcamo
Ì
Winery visit, wine tasting of Nero D’Avola,
and olive oil tasting in Noto
Ì
Winery wine tasting, followed by lunch with
wine on the slopes of Mt. Etna
Ì
Private half-day guided tours in Palermo,
Agrigento, Syracuse, Ragusa, and Taormina,
including applicable entrance fees
Our new 9 days/8 nights Sicilian Fever itinerary for 2016 will feature the cities of Palermo,
Agrigento, Syracuse and Taormina, with visits to Mondello, Monreale, Alcamo, Piazza
Armerina, Noto, Ragusa, Catania, and Mount Etna. This vacation is offered to groups or
individuals. We are not publishing set departure dates because of our new flexibility policy.
You can choose the day and the month of departure and you can travel independently at
your convenience. However, should you want to travel on a more traditional tour with one
of our professional tour managers, we will be happy to customize a special departure based
on a minimum of ten passengers.
DAY 1 | PALERMO
Transfer by private car and driver from the Palermo Falcone & Borsellino Airport to your
centrally-located hotel. After check-in, you will have time to freshen up before jump starting
your visit with a leisurely stroll through the historic center of this lively metropolis.
DAY 2 | PALERMO - MONDELLO - MONREALE - PALERMO
Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning private guided tour of Palermo, the synthesis of
“planet Sicily,” a rich hybrid of Baroque, Saracen, Norman and Spanish cultures. See the
Cathedral, the Norman Palace, the Palatine Chapel, the Cappucine Catacombs and the famous
Quattro Canti District. Continue on to Mondello, a quintessential fishing village on the outskirts
of Palermo, for free time to enjoy your surroundings and lunch on your own. Then, journey to
nearby Monreale to view the magnificent Norman Cathedral and adjoining Benedictine Abbey.
Late afternoon return to Palermo.
DAY 3 | PALERMO - ERICE - ALCAMO - AGRIGENTO
Breakfast ] Wine Tasting/Lunch
Enjoy buffet breakfast at the hotel before private transfer with English-speaking driver to
Agrigento, located on the southwestern part of the island. Your first stop will be in Erice, a
triangular shaped walled city perched atop Mount Venere. View the Statue of Venus before
proceeding to Alcamo. Stop to visit an organic farm with wine tasting of the Bianco d’Alcamo,
followed by lunch with wine. Afternoon arrival at your hotel in Agrigento.
DAY 4 | AGRIGENTO - PIAZZA ARMERINA - SYRACUSE
Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, depart by private car for the Valley of the Temples. Enjoy a
private guided walking tour of this amazing archaeological site. Marvel at the majestic Temple
of Juno, the Temple of Hercules and the Temple of Concordia, all symbols of this once-thriving
Greek enclave.
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Our Hotels
Palermo
Premium Package Tonic or similar
First Class Package Mercure Excelsior or similar
Deluxe Package
Grand Hotel Wagner or similar
Agrigento
From there continue to Piazza Armerina for a visit to the famous Villa Casale, where you will
find the world’s most interesting collection of Roman mosaics, and a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Take some time to stroll along the centuries-old narrow streets that lead to the majestic
cathedral. After lunch on your own, proceed to Syracuse, located on the southeastern tip of the
island. Check-in and room assignment at your hotel.
DAY 5 | SYRACUSE - RAGUSA - NOTO - SYRACUSE
Breakfast ] Wine & Olive Oil Tasting at Noto
Premium Package Alla Giudecca or similar
First Class Package Grand Hotel Villa Politi or similar
Deluxe Package
Des Etrangers or similar
Enjoy buffet breakfast at your hotel before a private guided tour of Syracuse; highlights
include the Archaeological Park with Greek Amphitheater, the Ear of Dionysius and the Latomie.
Continue on to the tiny island of Ortigia to see the Fountain of Arethusa, the Cordari Grotto
and one of Italy’s most beautiful squares. After lunch on your own, drive to nearby Ragusa for
a private guided tour of this important Baroque city, now an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Your
last stop will be in Noto, another Baroque gem, where you will enjoy a winery visit, wine tasting
of Nero D’Avola, and an olive oil tasting. Late afternoon return to Syracuse.
Taormina
DAY 6 | SYRACUSE - CATANIA - MT. ETNA - TAORMINA
Premium Package Isabella or similar
First Class Package Villa Diodoro or similar
Deluxe Package
San Domenico Palace or similar
Breakfast ] Wine Tasting & Lunch at Private Estate on Mt. Etna
Premium Package Colleverde Park or similar
First Class Package Baglio Della Luna or similar
Deluxe Package
Villa Athena or similar
Syracuse
Tour Selections
Pricing Per Person, based on Double Occupancy
Valid for travel March 16-Oct. 31, 2016
Party
Size
Premium
First Class
Deluxe
2
$3,099.00
$3,399.00
$3,999.00
4
$2,049.00
$2,369.00
$2,969.00
6
$1,849.00
$2,149.00
$2,769.00
8
$1,669.00
$1,969.00
$2,599.00
Single
Suppl.
$2,475.00
$3,090.00
$3,500.00
Larger parties welcome, contact us for a price quote
Enjoy your buffet breakfast at the hotel before departing by private car for the eastern coast of
Sicily. First stop is a visit to Catania with its colorful fish market, main piazza and stunning cathedral
where famous opera composer Bellini is buried. Continue on to the northeastern slopes of Mt. Etna
to enjoy a specially arranged wine tasting followed by a delicious lunch with wine at one of the
area’s most prestigious wine estates.
Journey onward to Taormina, a resort town perched high on the cliffs of Mount Tauro and
renowned for its unspoiled natural beauty, history and friendly atmosphere. Check-in to your hotel
in Taormina and enjoy the evening on your own.
DAY 7 | TAORMINA Breakfast
Enjoy buffet breakfast at your hotel prior to a private guided walking tour of Taormina. This
charming seaside resort’s highlights include the Duomo, the Church of San Nicola, Corso
Umberto, Palazzo Corvaja and the Botanical Gardens. The tour culminates with a visit to the
stunning Greco-Roman Amphitheater overlooking the shimmering blue Ionian Sea. Spend the
balance of your day leisurely shopping and exploring the many tiny boutiques along the trendy
Corso Umberto.
DAY 8 | TAORMINA
Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, the day is yours to enjoy your beautiful surroundings. Bask
in the sun at the pool or take time for some last-minute shopping—those forgotten postcards,
that special gift for a loved one.
DAY 9 | DEPARTURE Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, transfer by private car and driver to Catania Vincenzo Bellini
Airport to board your return flight back to the US or extend your stay in Italy and Malta.
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Roma Eterna with the
Divina Amalfi Coast
Ì
R
ome (3 nights), Ì P
ompeii, Naples, Amalfi (3 nights)
Included Features
Ì
Six nights’ accommodation in select centrally
located hotels
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel tax and service
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First-class rail Rome to Naples
Ì
Airport and rail station transfers by private car
and driver Rome, Naples & Amalfi
Ì
Private guided walking tour of the Pompeii
Excavations
Ì
Winery visit, wine tasting, lunch with wine on
Mt. Vesuvius
Ì
Full day excursion to Capri & Anacapri
Ì
New for 2016!–VIP luggage assistance from
your private car to your assigned rail car and
vice versa in Rome, and Naples. $49.00 per
person.
Our Hotels
First Class Package Rome
Quirinale, Veneto Palace or similar
Amalfi
Excelsior, La Bussola or similar
Deluxe Package
Rome
Barocco, Stendhal or similar
Amalfi
Luna Convento, Miramare or similar
Tour Selections
Pricing Per Person, based on Double Occupancy
Valid for travel April 1-May 15, Oct. 15-29, 2016
Party Size
First Class
Deluxe
2
4
6
8
Single Supp.
$1,699.00
$1,499.00
$1,399.00
$1,349.00
$1,999.00
$1,799.00
$1,699.00
$1,649.00
$950.00
$1,350.00
Valid for travel May 16-June 15 & Oct. 1-14, 2016
Party Size
First Class
Deluxe
2
4
6
8
Single Supp.
$1,769.00
$1,549.00
$1,449.00
$1,399.00
$2,399.00
$2,099.00
$1,999.00
$1,949.00
$980.00
$1,360.00
Valid for travel June 16-Sept. 30, 2016
Party Size
First Class
Deluxe
2
4
6
8
Single Supp.
$1,799.00
$1,599.00
$1,499.00
$1,469.00
$2,399.00
$2,099.00
$1,999.00
$1,949.00
$1,050.00
$1,360.00
Larger parties welcome, contact us for a price quote
From
$1,349
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
7 Days, 6 Nights
Ì
C
apri, Anacapri
Enjoy a week in the Eternal City of Rome combined with the breathtaking
Amalfi Coast featuring daily departures. Combine this offer with our
“Sicilian Fever” or “Italian Fever” for a more in depth exploration of la
Bella Italia!
DAY 1 | ROME
Arrival by private car with driver from Rome FCO Airport to Rome Hotel. After checking
in to your centrally-located hotel, you will have ample time to unpack, relax and freshen
up prior to jump starting your visit with an independent stroll through Rome to see the
Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona and many other sites of Baroque Rome.
DAY 2 | ROME
Breakfast
After buffet breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a morning collective tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, where you will have a chance to admire Michelangelo’s recently
restored frescoes. After lunch on your own, your exploration of Rome continues with an
early afternoon collective guided tour of Ancient Imperial Rome, highlighting the Circus
Maximus, the Arch of Constantine, Trajan’s Column, the Roman and Imperial Forums
and an interior visit to the Colosseum.
DAY 3 | ROME
Breakfast
Buffet breakfast at hotel and a full day to explore this cosmopolitan city at your own
pace. Perhaps enjoy a tartufo ice cream in the Piazza Navona or window shop along
Il Corso.
DAY 4 | ROME–POMPEII–NAPLES–MT. VESUVIUS–
AMALFI
Breakfast ] Wine Tasting, Lunch With Wine
Buffet breakfast at the hotel and check out. Private car transfer to Rome Termini Rail
Station. Board your first class high speed train to Naples. Upon arrival, meet your
professional English speaking driver at the head of the track. Transfer to Pompeii, a
once thriving Roman port city buried under molten ash during the Mt. Vesuvius volcano
eruption in 79 AD. Enjoy a private guided walking tour of the excavations site. Proceed
to the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius for a winery visit followed by lunch with wine featuring a
zero kilometer menu (farm to table) with breathtaking views of the Bay of Naples. After
lunch continue to Amalfi, one of the four former Italian Maritime Republics. Check in and
room assignment. Independent dinner and overnight.
DAY 5 | AMALFI/CAPRI/ANACAPRI/AMALFI
Breakfast
Buffet breakfast at hotel and depart for a collective island tour to Capri including motor
boat transportation to the island, local guide service and transportation by mini van to
Anacapri. Late afternoon return to Amalfi for overnight.
DAY 6 | AMALFI
Breakfast
Buffet breakfast at hotel and enjoy a full day at leisure to explore “La Divina Costiera”
at your own pace. We can arrange personalized experiences to further enhance your
vacation, such as cooking classes, mozzarella tasting, kayaking, yacht hire, hiking
and biking.
DAY 7 | AMALFI/NAPLES
Breakfast
Buffet breakfast at hotel and check out. Private car transfer to Naples Airport or
rail station.
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$9,889
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
4 Days, 3 Nights
A mythical legendary 4 day,
3 night vacation with your
choice of itinerary. Select
from Milan, Lake Como, Lake
Maggiore, Milan, or Florence,
San Casciano dei Bagni, Tuscan
Countryside, Florence.
Deluxe Package
April 1 - October 31, 2016
$9,889.00
Per Person, Double Occupancy
The cost of gas will be paid at the end of the two days of Ferrari driving as per refuel bills. A deposit of $10,000.00 by client credit
card is required at the time of the booking.
Donna Franca Tours and Red Travel offer a new travel concept: an
innovative approach to the self-drive vacation, offering absolute
luxury combined with the ultimate Gran Turismo experience. Our
journeys are unique, individually created for you to fully experience
the Italian Dolce Vita of life by offering a sublime blend of art,
fashion, architecture, gastronomy and spectacular scenery. Become
part of a real Ferrari Team enjoying the opportunity to personally
drive the very latest models, traveling for kilometers, accelerating
through the winding roads of the Lake District or Tuscany, putting
your driving skills to the ultimate test.
ITALIAN LAKES DISTRICT
FLORENCE AND TUSCANY
Milan, Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Milan
Deluxe Package Includes:
Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport to Florence
Deluxe Package Includes:
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One night Milan Hotel Four Seasons in a junior suite
Ì
One night Florence Hotel Four Seasons in a junior suite
Ì
One night Stresa Hotel Villa Aminta in a lake view junior suite
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One night San Casciano dei Bagni Hotel Fonteverde Resort
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One night Cernobbio Hotel Villa D'Este in a lake view
junior suite
and Spa in a junior suite
Ì
One night Florence countryside Hotel Villa La Massa in
Ì
A private guided motor launch excursion from Stresa to the
Borremean Islands with Isola Bella, Isola Madre, Isola
dei Pescatori.
a junior suite
Ì
An intimate dinner in Florence at a private villa with
transportation to/from venue included
Ì
Lunch on Isola dei Pescatori
Both Ferrari packages include:
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Mobile radio system to connect to the staff while driving
Ì
Full Ferrari Briefing
Ì
Parking, cleaning, refueling service
Ì
Full kasko car insurance on all vehicles and up to
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily at hotels
400 kilometers Ferrari driving
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Two day Italy by Ferrari Tour along the most exciting roads of Italy
Ì
Red Travel Staff, including a private Tour Director
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Choice of Car Portfolio: Ferrari 458 Spider, Ferrari 458 Italia,
Ferrari California, or Ferrari 458 Speciale (this version on request
and with a surcharge of Euros 2,000,00)
in a separate car
BONUS! Combine both 3 night programs and received a complimentary private limousine transfer
between cities with a stop at the legendary Maranello Museum!
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Majestic Vistas
of Tuscany
From $1,099
One of the world’s most photographed landscapes is located in the
heart of Tuscany, where the Crete Senesi and Val d’Orcia give birth to
majestic cypress trees, fragrant olive groves and breathtaking views.
These spectacular vistas are the inspiration for the background scenes
in numerous Renaissance paintings by great masters such as Leonardo
da Vinci. Experience all the beauty and charm of Tuscany by journeying
along her back roads in search of hidden treasures.
Land Only, P. P., Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
Included Features
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Five nights in a double or triple suite at the Villa Nottola,
a lovely country inn situated in the heart of the Vino Nobile
di Montepulciano wine country
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Welcome basket of fresh fruit in your room
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Welcome drink with introduction to the area by your hosts
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Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service
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Three dinners with wine at the Villa
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Wine, olive oil, and cheese tastings, hosted by a sommelier at
the Villa, followed by lunch
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Hands-on, 2-hour culinary class with English instruction at the
Villa Nottola Restaurant
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Visit to Enoteca La Fortezza in Montalcino, including a wine
tasting of the internationally acclaimed Brunello di Montalcino,
Majestic Vistas
of Umbria
From $1,299
Land Only, P. P., Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
with admission to the fortress ramparts offering spectacular
views of the Val d’Orcia
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Category EDMR VW Polo 4 door 5 speed manual shift with air
conditioning for six days including the 22% VAT, unlimited free
mileage, insurance coverage with zero deductible and 24-hour
road assistance to explore the surrounding gems of Montalcino,
Pienza, Cortona, Lake Trasimeno, and Citta’ della Pieve.
Pricing Per Person
Valid For Travel March 18-24, 29-April 23, May 2-June 30, Oct. 1-28,
Nov. 7-Dec.7, 2016
DOUBLE SUITE
$1,099.00
TRIPLE SUITE
$1,010.00
DOUBLE FOR SINGLE OCC.
$1,400.00
Valid For Travel March 25-28, April 24-May 2, July 1-Sept. 30, Oct.29Nov. 6, Dec. 8-11, Dec. 23, 2016-Jan. 8, 2017
DOUBLE SUITE
$1,199.00
TRIPLE SUITE
$1,099.00
DOUBLE FOR SINGLE OCC.
$1,599.00
Umbria, better known as Italy’s “Green Heart,” is located in central Italy
and is characterized by rolling hills, fragrant olive groves, and many
natural wonders. While the region is perhaps best known for Perugia,
host to the Annual International Umbria Jazz Festival, Umbria offers a
wide array of diverse destinations. There are the breathtaking hill towns
of Gubbio, Orvieto, and Todi; the art center Spello with paintings by
Pinturicchio; the medieval villages of San Gemini, Foligno, Spoleto, and
of course, Assisi, the contemplative spiritual center of Italy’s beloved
Saint Francis. The Umbria Region is famous for magnificent wines, olive
oil, Italy’s best cured meats, and of course the unique white truffle.
Included Features
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Three nights in a classic room at the four-star Hotel Fonte
Cesia, a former convent located in the Medieval center of Todi
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Welcome drink with introduction to the area by your hosts
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service
Ì
Welcome dinner with wine in a typical restaurant featuring
fabulous Umbrian Specialties
Ì
Hands-on 4-hour cooking class with chef Lorena Autuori at the
Percorsi Con Gusto Culinary School in nearby town San Gemini, followed by dinner with typical Umbrian wine
Ì
Wine tasting with local delicacies of dried cured meats and
cheeses at the renowned Castello delle Regine Winery in Narni.
Visit includes a walking tour of the vineyards, a visit to the
wine-producing facilities, and wine tasting with snacks.
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Two nights in a classic room at the 15th century four star Villa
Ciconia of Orvieto.
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Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service
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Visit to the Frantoio Ricci, an olive oil mill located in the town
of Montecchio outside Orvieto. Visit includes virgin olive oil
tasting, explanation of the oil production process, walking tour
of the olive grove, and rustic lunch
Ì
Category EDMR VW Polo 4 door 5 speed manual shift with air
conditioning for six days including the 22% VAT, unlimited free
mileage, insurance coverage with zero deductible and 24-hour
road assistance. (A private, chauffeur-driven program may also
be arranged upon request)
Pricing Per Person
Valid For Travel March 1, 2016-Oct. 31, 2016
DOUBLE SUITE
$1,299.00
TRIPLE SUITE
$999.00
DOUBLE FOR SINGLE OCC.
$1,899.00
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River Cruises by
Donna Franca and CroisiEurope
Donna Franca Tours is delighted to announce our new partnership with Croisi Europe, Europe’s largest river and barge cruise line, offering small, intimate cruising at amazingly affordable rates! Cruises include superb French cuisine, unlimited complimentary on board
beverages, free WIFI, complimentary use of a Samsung Galaxy Tablet, a Captain's Welcome and Farewell Cocktail Reception, on board
multilingual hosts, on board entertainment and include SHORE EXCURSIONS! Please view our website for detailed information.
Portugal to Spain
8 Days/7 Nights from $1,863.00 per person
Featuring Porto, Regua, Vega De Teron, Ferrados,
Pinhao, Porto.
Visit Braga, the "Rome of Portugal", Vila Real with
the Gardens of Solar De Mateus, Salamanca, and
the Porto Wine Trail
Venice, The Lagoon Islands, Po River Valley
7 Days/6 Nights from $1,878.00 per person
Featuring Venice, Burano, Chioggia, Taglio del Po,
Polesella.
Visit the Doge's Palace, the Castello Quarter,
Bologna, Ferrara, a UNESCO World Heritage Site,
Padua, and Verona.
The Seine Valley & Normandy Beaches
8 Days/7 Nights from $2,168.00 per person
Featuring Paris, Vernon, Duclair, Honfleur, Rouen,
Les Andelys.
Visit Paris by night by cruise, Claude Monet's House
in Giverny, La Route des Abbayes, Honfleur, the
Normandy Beaches, and Martainville Chateau
Three Mighty Rivers
The Gironde Estuary And Arcachon Bay
8 Days/7 Nights from $2,208.00 per person
Featuring Bordeaux, Pauillac, Blaye, Libourne,
Saint-Emilion, Cadillac.
Cruise along three rivers: The Gironde, the
Garonne, and Dordogne, visit the largest area
of AOC vineyards in the world, Pauillac, Medoc,
medieval Blaye, Saint-Emillion Village,
The Roquetaillade Castle, Cadillac, Bordeaux,
a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Accachon Bay
and the Dune du Pilat, the highest in Europe!
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Aeolian Islands Explorer
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From $599
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
4 Days, 3 Nights
Island of Lipari (4 Days/3 Nights)
The Aeolian Islands have been a tourist mecca since the Phoenicians settled this volcanic archipelago. Blessed with white and
black sand beaches, thermal waters, natural mud baths, and favorable climate, these islands will help cleanse your mind and
spirit!
Included Features
Ì
Round trip hydrofoil tickets from Milazzo to Lipari
Ì
3 nights accommodation in a standard double room
Ì
Welcome Drink at hotel
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily
Ì
Guided excursion to Panarea and Stromboli Islands
by boat
Ì
Entrance to the Archaeological Museum in Lipari
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Hotel service charges and taxes
Ì
Extensions to Vulcano, Stromboli, Salina, Panarea,
Alicudi, Filicudi, Basiluzzo, Strombolicchio, Pietra
del Bagno, Dattilo or Scoglio delle Sirene available
on request
First Class Package
Hotel Tritone
April 1, 2016-May 31, 2016 &
Oct. 18- 31, 2016
$599.00 Per person, double occupancy
$759.00 Single occupancy
July 1-August 1, 2016 & Sept. 7-Oct. 17, 2016
Per person, double occupancy
Single occupancy
$649.00
$934.00
August 2-Sept. 6, 2016
$929.00 Per person, double occupancy
$1,089.00 Single occupancy
From $899
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
Malta Rendezvous
The Maltese Islands are 50 nautical miles south of
Sicily and enjoy a warm, dry climate year round. It is
blessed with sandy beaches, beautiful scenery, excellent
modern hotels, and an interesting history. Spend
the week of your choice on this fascinating island
destination or combine this tour with our Sicilian
Fever itinerary.
Included Features
Ì
5 Nights accommodation at select hotels
Ì
Breakfast buffet daily, hotel taxes, and service
Ì
Round trip airport transfers
Ì
Highlights of Malta Tour with lunch
(offered on Tuesday and Friday)
Ì
Prehistoric Temples Tour (offered on Saturday)
Ì
Excursion to Gozo with lunch (offered on Wednesday)
Enjoy an optional 3 night extension to Gozo Island
including transfers and a private cruise to Comino
Island from $680.00 per person, double occupancy.
Please visit www.donnafranca.com for details.
First Class Package
Hotel Victoria Sliema
May 01-Oct. 31, 2016
$899.00 Per person, double occupancy
$849.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$1,249.00 Per person, single occupancy
Deluxe Package
Westin Dragonara St. Julian's
May 1-June 30, 2016 & Sept. 16-Oct. 31, 2016
$1,149.00 Per person, double occupancy
$1,099.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$1,979.00 Per person, single occupancy
July 1-Sept. 15, 2016
$1,249.00 Per person, double occupancy
$1,199.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$2,149.00 Per person, single occupancy
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Etruscan Culinary Adventure
From $899
Land Only, P. P. Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
FEATURING VALDICHIANA & VAL D’ORCIA
Our Premium Package is designed for food and wine enthusiasts exploring the back
roads and hidden gems of the Valdichiana and the Val D’Orcia, two of Tuscany’s most
scenic valleys. Package includes two hands on cooking lessons, a visit to a wine estate
in Montepulciano, a wine and olive oil tasting in Cetona, a visit to an organic farm in
Chianciano, and a pecorino cheese tasting in Pienza followed by lunch with wine.
Included Features
Ì
Five nights accommodation at the Locanda del Tiglio*** S Cetona in a junior suite
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes & service charges
Premium Package
Ì
One 2-hour “hands-on” cooking classes followed by lunch or dinner with wine served
Locanda del Tiglio
at the renowned Osteria Vecchia Da Nilo in Cetona
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One 2-hour “hands-on” cooking class followed by lunch or dinner at the Palazzo
Bandino in Chianciano
Ì
Winery visit, wine tasting followed by lunch with wine at the Fattoria Il Pulcino
in Montepulciano
Ì
Wine and olive oil tasting with rustic snacks at the Cantina La Frasca of Cetona
Ì
Pecorino cheese tasting followed by lunch with wine at the Da Falco Ristorante of Pienza
Ì
Category EDMR Volkswagen Polo four door five speed manual shift for six days,
including the 22% Vat tax, unlimited free mileage, collision damage waiver, mandatory
fire & theft protection, third party liability up to 2 million dollars, personal accident
insurance, zero – 0 – deductible, 24-hour road assistance.
Validity March 1-24, Oct. 1-Dec 20, 2016
$899.00 per person, double occupancy
$1,101.00 per person, single occupancy
Validity April 1– September 30, 2016
$1,099.00 per person, double occupancy
$1,349.00 per person, single occupancy
Day pass to the Sensoriale Terme in Chianciano
to regenerate and enjoy the thermal spa pools
and treatments - $65.00 per person
Hidden Culinary Treasures of Tuscany
From
$1,029
Land Only,
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
Specifically designed for food and wine enthusiasts, our five night program explores the backroads and hidden gems of one
of Italy’s most beautiful regions. All packages include one hands-on cooking lesson, a visit to a wine estate in Chianti, a visit
to an olive oil press in Chianti, and taste your way through a local gourmet specialty shop.
Included Features
Ì
Five nights deluxe category accommodation at selected hotels
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes & service charges
Ì
One 2-hour “hands-on” cooking class at 5PM followed by dinner with wine served in the
magnificent 18th-century kitchen at the Palazzo Leopoldo
Ì
Winery visit, wine tasting with rustic snacks at a local estate in Chianti
Ì
Olive oil tasting at a local olive oil press in Radda in Chianti
Ì
Dry-cured meat tasting at a famous gourmet food shop in Greve in Chianti
Ì
Category EDMR Volkswagen Polo four-door five-speed manual shift for six days, including the 22%
Vat tax, unlimited free mileage, collision damage waiver, mandatory fire & theft protection, third party
liability up to 2 million dollars, personal accident insurance, zero – 0 – deductible, 24-hour road assistance.
Deluxe Option: Palazzo Leopoldo
First Class Option: Palazzo San Niccolò
Validity March 30–April 28,
June 29–August 31, 2016
Validity March 30–April 28
Oct. 15-31, 2016
Validity March 23-29, April 29June 18, Sept. 1-Oct. 31, 2016
$1,249.00 pp, double occ. $1,269.00 pp, double occ.
$1,069.00 pp, triple occ.
$1,089.00 pp, triple occ.
$1,759.00 pp, dbl single occ. $1,779.00 pp, dbl single occ.
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Validity March 24-29,
April 29-Oct. 14, 2016
$1,029.00 pp, double occ. $1,149.00 pp, double occ.
$869.00 pp, triple occ.
$949.00 pp, triple occ.
$1,529.00 pp, dbl single occ. $1,699.00 pp, dbl single occ.
The Alluring
Amalfi Coast
Ì
Ì
Positano (3 nights)
Naples (1 night)
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From
$2,549
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
8 Days, 7 Nights
Capri (3 nights)
Included Features
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Private car transfer from Naples Airport to Positano
Ì
Three nights in Positano at select hotels, double room with sea view
Ì
Three nights in Capri at select hotels, double room with sea view
Ì
One night in Naples at select hotels, double room
Ì
Private yacht transfer between Positano and Capri with
refreshments aboard
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service
Ì
Full day excursion to Pompeii or Herculaneum, including private car/
driver, half-day local guide, entrance fee to excavation site
Ì
Winery visit, wine tasting, followed by lunch with wine
at the “Vesevus” Wine Estate in Bosco Tre Case on the slopes of
Mt. Vesuvius (pick up at Naples Port and drop off at Hotel)
Ì
Round trip shuttle transfers, luggage handling included, from the
Capri pier to the Hotel
Ì
Hydrofoil tickets Capri to Naples
Ì
Private car transfer from Naples Hotel to Naples Airport
Our Hotels
First Class Package
Lecce Grand Hotel di Lecce
Monopoli Tenuta Monacelle
Matera L'Hotel in Pietra
Giovinazzo San Martin or similar
Validity
March 1-Oct. 31, 2016
Double$999.00
Triple$899.00
Double for Single Occ. $1,519.00
A private, chauffeur-driven program
may also be arranged upon request.
First Class Package Hotel Buca di Bacco or similar
Deluxe Package
Le Agavi Hotel or similar
Capri
A deluxe seven night package featuring three nights in Positano,
three nights in Capri, and one night in Naples. Enjoy an informative
guided tour of Pompeii or Herculaneum; visit the outstanding
Sorrentino Winery on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius with views of the Bay.
From $999
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
8 Days, 7 Nights
Our Hotels
Positano
First Class Package Hotel Weber Ambassador or similar
Deluxe Package
La Floridiana Hotel or similar
Naples
First Class Package Grand Hotel Santa Lucia or similar
Deluxe Package
Grand Hotel Vesuvio or similar
First Class Package
March 29-April 30, & Oct. 1-30, 2016
$2,549.00 Per person, double occupancy
$2,069.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$4,799.00 Per person double for single occupancy
May 1-Sept. 30, 2016
$2,799.00 Per person, double occupancy
$2,149.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$5,249.00 Per person double for single occupancy
Deluxe Package
April 17-May 31 & October 1-18, 2016
$2,799.00 Per person, double occupancy
$2,269.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$5,369.00 Per person double for single occupancy
June 1-Sept. 30, 2016
$3,449.00 Per person, double occupancy
$2,769.00 Per person, triple occupancy
$6,449.00 Per person double for single occupancy
Puglia, Trulli & I Sassi
Baroque Treasures
Puglia is a land of art and culture, rich in treasures waiting to be discovered!
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient archaeological sites from Magna Grecia, historic towns, Baroque and Romanesque architecture, fabulous
beaches, and exquisite cuisine. Enjoy one week exploring Italy’s southeastern
region at your own pace!
Included Features
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Category EDMR Volkswagen Polo four door five speed manual shift for six days,
including the 22% Vat tax, unlimited free mileage, collision damage waiver,
mandatory fire & theft protection, third party liability up to 2 million dollars,
personal accident insurance, zero -0- deductible, 24-hour road assistance.
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Buffet Breakfast Daily
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One night in Matera
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Two nights in Lecce
Ì Two nights in Giovinazzo
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Two nights in Monopoli
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250 ml bottle of olive oil
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Fabled Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre are five coastal villages in the
Province of La Spezia in the Ligurian Region of Italy.
Their names are Monterosso Al Mare, Vernazza,
Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore. We have
chosen select hotels situated in Monterosso Al Mare
and Portovenere. These packages are based on two
people traveling together.
From
$1,399
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
Deluxe Package
Porta Roca Hotel
March 25-31, Oct. 19-Nov. 1, 2016
$1,699.00
April 1-May 31, Oct. 1-18, 2016
$1,799.00
June 1- Sept. 30, 2016
$2,049.00 (Sea View Room)
Grand Hotel Portovenere
March 18-May 15,
Sept. 26-Nov. 2, 2016
Included Features
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Five
$1,649.00
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Buffet
May 16-Sept. 25, 2016
$2,069.00 (Sea View Room)
nights accommodation at the selected hotel
breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service
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Round trip private airport transfer from Pisa
Ì
Full day guided walking tour of Le Cinque Terre
Ì
Special “Le Cinque Terre Card” valid for two
days, includes admission to the National Park
and inter-village rail transportation
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Wine tasting at a local winery Riomaggiore
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Added bonus for Portovenere! Round trip coastal
cruise from Portovenere to Riomaggiore, and
rerturn from Monterosso to Portovenere
(weather and sea conditions permitting)
First Class Package
Locanda A Ca’ du Gigante
March 25-Nov. 30, 2016
$1,599.00 (Sea View Room)
Premium Package
Villa Adriana
March, April, May, Oct. 2016
$1,399.00
June, July, August, Sept. 2016
$1,499.00 (Town View Room)
Pricing Per Person, Double Occupancy
From $749
Land Only
P. P. Dbl. Occ.
6 Days, 5 Nights
Daily Departures and Validity
March 19-May 8, 2016 &
October 17- November 2, 2016
Double
$749.00
Triple
$649.00
Double for Single Occ. $1,249.00
May 9-27, 2016, Sept. 12-16, 2016
Double
$849.00
Triple
$749.00
Double for Single Occ. $1,379.00
May 28-Sept. 11, 2016
Double
$969.00
Triple
$869.00
Double for Single Occ. $1,549.00
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Amalfi Coast Culinary Adventure
Explore the spectacular Amalfi Coast at your
own pace on our Premium value
packed package!
Included Features
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Five nights accommodation at the Hotel Margherita
in Praiano
Ì
Buffet breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service
Ì
Hands-on cooking class with English instruction at the
panoramic Ma’Ma Restaurant in Praiano followed by lunch
Ì
Winery visit, wine tasting accompanied with rustic snacks
at the Vesevus Winery on the slopes of Mt. Vesuvius
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Category MCMR FIAT 500 5 speed manual shift car rental
with unlimited free mileage, VAT taxes, and insurance
Private Sightseeing
Our independent sightseeing is the best way to explore Italy. Donna Franca offers an extensive list of private sightseeing
venues in any city you may visit, whether you need a full-day service with a private car and driver, the help of an Englishspeaking guide/lecturer, or pre-arranged meals, wine tastings, and entrance fees. Here are the most requested excursions.
English-speaking guide/lecturers are available in any city throughout Italy and Europe.
ROME
SIENA AND SAN GIMIGNANO
AMALFI COAST
Half day private car with English-speaking driver
and three (3) hour private licensed Englishspeaking guide for Ancient and Imperial Rome
with entrance to Colosseum prepaid.
Six (6) hour private car with English-speaking
driver for Siena and San Gimignano excursion.
The package includes a two (2) hour private
walking tour of Siena with English-speaking
licensed guide, including the entrance to the
Piccolomini Library and tasting of Cantuccini
cookies. Proceed to San Gimignano. Winery
estate lunch with your choice of the Fattoria
Poggio Alloro or the Tenuta di Torciano.
Private car with English-speaking driver from
Sorrento or Naples for Pompeii or Herculaneum
excursion. The package includes two (2) hour
private walking tour with English-speaking
guide to your choice of the Pompeii or
Herculaneum Excavations with entrance fee to
the Archaeological Park included.
(2) $290 per person
(6) $136 per person
(4) $171 per person
(8) $112 per person
Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel with St. Peter’s
Basilica inside visit (4 hour service). The package
includes private car transfer with Englishspeaking driver from your hotel, private licensed
English-speaking guide, Vatican Museums &
Sistine Chapel prepaid, whisper headsets for St.
Peter’s Basilica.
(2) $319 per person
(6) $159 per person
(4) $199 per person
(8) $135 per person
Full day Tivoli, Villa D’Este and Roman Castle
Districts excursion. The package includes six (6)
hour private car with English-speaking driver,
four (4) hour private licensed guide to visit Tivoli
Villa D’Este Gardens, Water Park and Hadrian’s
Villa. Entrance fees prepaid.
(2) $405 per person
(6) $177 per person
(4) $234 per person
(8) $142 per person
FLORENCE
Three (3) hour private walking tour of Florence
with English-speaking licensed guide. The
package includes prepaid entrance and
reservations to your choice of the Accademia
Gallery, the Uffizi Gallery, the Bargello Museum
or Boboli Gardens.
(2) $151 per person
(6) $68 per person
(4) $89 per person
(8) $58 per person
CHIANTI REGION (TUSCANY)
Six (6) hour private car with English-speaking
driver for Chianti Region Tour. The package
includes your choice of entrance to the Castello
di Brolio in Gaiole in Chianti or to the Castello di
Volpaia in Radda, winery visit and wine tasting.
(2) $273 per person
(6) $125 per person
(4) $171 per person
(8) $103 per person
(2) $454 per person
(6) $192 per person
(4) $262 per person
(8) $157 per person
SIENA
Four (4) hour private car with English-speaking
driver for Siena excursion. The package includes
two (2) hour private walking tour of Siena with
English-speaking licensed guide, including the
entrance to the Piccolomini Library and tasting
of Ricciarelli cookies.
(2) $369 per person
(6) $163 per person
(4) $220 per person
(8) $135 per person
VENICE
Two (2) hour private walking tour of Venice
with English-speaking licensed guide, including
St. Mark’s Square Pass with choice of entrance
to the Doge’s Palace, the Correr Museum, the
Archaeological Museum or Marciana Library.
(2) $154 per person
(6) $75 per person
(4) $95 per person
(8) $65 per person
Private Gondola Serenade along the canals of
Venice with your own musicians (35 minutes
service).
(2) $267 per person
(6) $124 per person
(4) $133 per person
(8) $93 per person
Private “Cicchetti and Bacari” Tour of Venice. The
package includes two (2) hour English-speaking
guide to visit two wine bars with cicchetti tasting
(Venetian tapas) served with wine or Prosecco.
(2) $121 per person
(6) $67 per person
(4) $81 per person
(8) $61 per person
(2) $242 per person
(6) $104 per person
(4) $145 per person
(8) $84 per person
Full day private car with English-speaking driver
from Sorrento or Naples for Pompeii and Mt.
Vesuvius excursion. The package includes two (2)
hour private walking tour with English-speaking
guide to Pompeii Excavations with entrance fee
to the Archaeological Park included. Proceed
to the Vesevus Winery for a winery visit, wine
tasting and lunch.
(2) $361 per person
(6) $167 per person
(4) $222 per person
(8) $139 per person
Full day Capri/Anacapri excursion. The package
includes round trip transfer Sorrento hotel/
Sorrento Pier, round trip hydrofoil, guided island
tour with local licensed English-speaking guide,
entrance to the Villa San Michele.
(2) $504 per person
(6) $273 per person
(4) $350 per person
(8) $222 per person
Full day private car with English-speaking driver
from Naples for Amalfi Coast excursion. The
package includes private local licensed Englishspeaking guide for Sorrento, Positano, Amalfi
and Ravello and entrance to the Villa Rufolo in
Ravello and to the Museo della Carta in Amalfi.
(2) $534 per person
(6) $208 per person
(4) $299 per person
(8) $162 per person
Full day private car with English speaking driver
for Naples excursion. The package includes
private local licensed English-speaking guide and
entrance to Santa Chiara Cloister and San Severo
Chapel.
(2) $478 per person
(6) $185 per person
(4) $265 per person
(8) $145 per person
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The more discerning traveler prefers to enjoy personalized private
shore excursions instead of scrambling to reach their designated
motor coach and travel with a string of busses that are offered by
the cruise lines. Donna Franca Tours continues to offer the very
best in custom designed shore excursions for all ports of call in Italy.
Here are a few samples. For further information and to create your
very own private shore excursion based on your personal interests
and port of call, please contact us!
Private Shore
Excursions
ROME
Full day shore excursion
Civitavecchia to Rome, half day
city tour with English speaking
guide (4 hours guide, 10 hours
transport). Entrance to Colosseum
and Forum with skip the line access.
$530.00 per person (2 people),
$282.00 per person (4 people),
$205.00 per person (6 people),
$162.00 per person (8 people)
Full day shore excursion Civitavecchia
to Rome, full day city tour with English
speaking guide (7 hours guide, 10
hours transport). Entrance to Vatican
Museums & Sistine Chapel with skip
the line access, mandatory whisper
headsets. Entrance to Colosseum
and Forum with skip the line access.
$684.00 per person (2 people),
$384.00 per person (4 people),
$291.00 per person (6 people),
$239.00 per person (8 people)
FLORENCE
Full day shore excursion from
Livorno to Florence, half day
walking tour with Renaissance
Highlights, Accademia Gallery
entrance with skip the line access
(3 hours guide, 10 hours transport)
$534.00 per person (2 people),
$293.00 per person (4 people),
$207.00 per person (6 people),
$168.00 per person (8 people)
PISA & LUCCA
Full day shore excursion from
Livorno to Pisa and Lucca.
Square of Miracles in Pisa, San
Michele Church in Lucca (4
hours guide, 9 hours transport)
$547.00 per person (2 people),
$305.00 per person (4 people),
$219.00 per person (6 people),
$173.00 per person (8 people)
Unique
Cultural Experiences
ROME
GLADIATOR SCHOOL AT A ROMAN HISTORIC
CULTURAL SOCIETY - Visit the museum, participate
in hands on training, toga rental and certificate of
completion. Ideal for families! $156.00 per person
(2 persons), $104.00 per person (4 persons),
$88.00 per person (6 persons), $65.00 per person
(8 persons)
MARKET TOUR & COOK FOR A DAY - Guided visit
and shopping of local market, hands on 3 hrs
cooking class with passionate English instruction.
Souvenir apron and chef's hat. $239.00 per
person, or $156.00 per person lesson only
ROMAN MOSAICS CLASS - Afternoon workshop in
the ancient art of mosaics. Practice the principals
of texture, composition, stone and tile cutting,
and create your own mosaics masterpiece. 2½
hour class $145.00 per person
ARTISAN & HISTORIC SHOPS OR TRASTEVERE
FOOD TASTING TOUR - Private guide 3 hrs
explore off the beaten path treasures of the
Eternal City. $140.00 per person
FLORENCE
SAN LORENZO MARKET & TASTING TOUR Featuring gourmet highlights, unique specialty
shops, porcelain artisans,tasting your way with a
private guide for 3 hrs. $165.00 per person
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CHIANTI
Full day shore excursion from
Livorno to Chianti. Winery visit,
wine tasting, lunch with wine (9
hours driver/guide)
$393.00 per person (2 people),
$235.00 per person (4 people),
$174.00 per person (6 people),
$147.00 per person (8 people)
VENICE
Private shore excursion Venice
Port to St Mark's Square including
round trip private launch, guided
walking tour of Venice, entrance
and reservations to Doge's Palace
with skip the line access. (2 hours
guide)
$459.00 per person (2 people),
$294.00 per person (4 people),
$238.00 per person (6 people),
$142.00 per person (8 people)
NAPLES
Full day shore excursion from
Naples to Pompeii and Mt.
Vesuvius, Private walking tour of
the excavations, winery visit, wine
tasting followed by lunch with
wine, zero kilometer menu (2 hours
guide, 8 hours transport)
$380.00 per person (2 people),
$244.00 per person (4 people),
$185.00 per person (6 people),
$156.00 per person (8 people)
Amalfi Drive private shore excursion
from Naples, Villa Rufolo entrance
included. (6 hours guide, 8 hours
transport)
$373.00 per person (2 people),
$195.00 per person (4 people),
$148.00 per person (6 people),
$115.00 per person (8 people)
No matter where your travels may take you throughout Italy,
Donna Franca Tours offers wide variety of unique cultural
experiences designed to enhance your vacation with lasting
memories. Here are a few samples of what we can offer.
FLORENTINE HILLS SUNSET BIKING TOUR Explore the panoramic and lesser known parts
of the city on a Bianchi Bike led by a professional
guide. 2 hrs. $48.00 per person
COOKING SCHOOL – Morning or afternoon
hands on cooking class with English instruction
followed by lunch or dinner with wine (3 hrs).
$200.00 per person
PRIVATE DINNER AT A FLORENTINE HOME –
Your hosts will transfer you to their villa in the
Florentine hills for an informal dinner featuring
local specialties and wine from their private
vineyard. (2 to 3 hrs). $220.00 per person
VENICE
CANNAREGIO AND THE JEWISH GHETTO - Private
walking tour through one of the most ancient
neighborhoods with the 2 Synagogues entrance
fee included. 2 hrs. $160.00 per person
DOGE'S PALACE AND SECRET PASSAGES - An
unforgettable tour that will take you from the
pomp of state rooms with their golden ceilings
to the piombi (lead) prisons. Relive Casanova’s
legendary escape. 2 hrs. $105.00 per person
VENICE VIEWED FROM THE WATER - Venice was
built to be seen from the water where it is at its most
spectacular and magnificent. This is a complete
itinerary around and through the lagoon city. (1 hr).
$260.00 per person (2 persons), $130.00 per person
(4 persons), $88.00 per person (6 persons), $66.00
per person (8 persons)
SORRENTO
GELATO MAKING CLASS – Hands on English
instruction learn the secrets of creating delicious
gelato. Certificate of Attendence and Souvenir
Recipe Booklet. 2 1/2 hrs. $50.00 per person
(2 persons), $30.00 per person (4 persons)
NONNA DITTA'S COOKING CLASS – Enjoy
breakfast in the garden, then take part in a hands
on cooking class with English translation. Visit
the private wine cellar for a tasting accompanied
with local cheeses, enjoy lunch by nonna's pool
with wine. $196 per person (minimum 2 persons)
SUNSET CRUISE – A private yacht cruise along
the magnificent coast aboard a Wellcraft 34 or
Princess series vessel, English speaking captain,
pro secco and finger food served on board. (2 hrs)
$490.00 per person (2 persons), $252.00 per person
(4 persons), $168.00 per person (6 persons), $126.00
per person (8 persons)
The Most Acclaimed Resort Hotels
Donna Franca Tours is pleased to offer to you a wide assortment of acclaimed resort properties, castles, villas, noble palaces and
country inns. Our purchasing power as a well-established tour operator with fifty years of collaboration with major hoteliers
has enabled us to negotiate the very best in affordable rates.
Contact our Italy specialists to inquire about current rates and promotions offered to us on a daily basis.
AMALFI COAST & CAPRI 
AMALFI
IL SARACENO  A lovely
deluxe 50 seaview room hotel. The
swimming pool, a lovely garden, two
fine restaurants and a private beach
make this property a gem.
SANTA CATERINA  Conveniently located on the outskirts of
Amalfi, this elegant early 20th Century
building offers 60 fully appointed
rooms, two restaurants, two bars and
a private beach.
GRAND HOTEL EXCELSIOR 
A unique resort hotel perched upon a
hill with unsurpassed views of Amalfi,
this property features a panoramic
swimming pool with an annexed bar
built into a natural cove, private beach
with elevator, a private chapel and
ample parking.
LUNA CONVENTO  A former
cloister transformed into an exquisite
4-star hotel with a spectacular view.
Many rooms are furnished in a classic
style and overlook the sea. The property
offers a salt water swimming pool,
solarium, sun deck, two panoramic
restaurants and an American bar.
MIRAMALFI

The Hotel
Miramalfi is a lovely 4-star hotel
featuring fully appointed rooms, a
panoramic restaurant, bar, sea water
swimming pool with deck and private
beach.
POSITANO
 A
lovely deluxe property with 58 fully
appointed seaview rooms. A swimming
pool and a fine terrace restaurant are
on the premises
COVO DEI SARACENI
IL SAN PIETRO

This wellknown deluxe property features fully
appointed rooms with breathtaking
views of the sea. Its cantilevered
terraces, sloping gardens, swimming
pool and tennis court at sea level
perfectly compliment the natural line
of the rocky coast. Its restaurant offers
international and regional cuisine.
LE AGAVI  Le Agavi offers 63
elegant, spacious rooms and 7 suites,
all of which have a unique style and
either a balcony or terrace overlooking
the clear waters of the Bay of Positano.
A swimming pool, private beach, and
elegant restaurant are on the premises.
 One of the
most acclaimed hotels in Italy, Le
Sirenuse offers all of the comforts of
a luxury hotel while maintaining the
atmosphere of a private home. A
private beach, swimming pool and spa
are on the premises, and the hotel’s
La Sponda Restaurant offers elegant
dining and gourmet regional cuisine.
LE SIRENUSE
BUCA DI BACCO  This four-star
hotel offers modern facilities, fine services,
and a fine restaurant, and is known for its
warm atmosphere and hospitality.
EDEN ROC SUITES HOTEL
The Eden Roc Suites is a firstclass, family-owned hotel, fully
appointed with a grand terrace
overlooking the “Garden of Eden”.
The hotel is strategically located with
seaview rooms, swimming pool and a
restaurant featuring local specialties.
L'ANCORA HOTEL Overlooks
the long beach where you can go for
a pleasant walk, and is very close to
the shopping center within walking
distance. The view from the hotel
suites is unmatched: it takes in the
roofs of Positano between Li Galli and
Torre Fornillo and stretches towards
the horizon. The hotel is equipped with
every comfort.
PALAZZO MURAT

Palazzo
Murat is an elegant hotel made from
the restoration of a 17th Century palace
situated in the pedestrian area in the
heart of town. The property features
precious decor, period furniture and an
extraordinary restaurant, making it one of
the more unique properties in Positano.
POSEIDON  48 rooms and four
suites, all with private terraces, and
elegantly furnished make this property
a hidden gem.
SAVOIA The Hotel Savoia is
located in a panoramic position in
the centre of Positano, overlooking
the famous Piazzetta dei Mulini.
The Hotel is family run and has
recently been restored still preserving
its Mediterranean style with vaulted
ceiling and majolica floor, airconditioned rooms. Breakfast is served
on the terrace overlooking Positano.
VILLA FRANCA  Located over-
looking the coast, all the property’s
rooms are fully appointed, with
balconies overlooking the sea. This
property offers a swimming pool and
a restaurant specializing in regional
gourmet cuisine.
RAVELLO
CARUSO

This deluxe property offers a breathtaking range of
54 rooms, of which 36 are suites and
18 are double rooms. This property has
been splendidly restored and enjoys a
stunning sea view with a panoramic
heated pool, fitness center and
gourmet restaurant.
GIORDANO  Centrally located
near Villa Rufolo, the hotel features
a garden with private pool and fully
appointed rooms. Complimentary
parking is available.
MARMORATA RAVELLO MARE

This fine sea front property
has been recently refurbished and
offers fully appointed rooms, many
with balconies offering privacy and
tranquility.
CAPRI
 Situated in
Ana Capri, and offering breathtaking
views over the Bay of Naples and
Island of Ischia, this spa resort offers 79
luxurious rooms and suites featuring
marble baths, balconies and seaview.
Deluxe rooms offer a sitting area,
patio, private garden and personal
heated pool. The Capri Beauty Farm
is a fully equipped spa which offers
personalized programs and treatments.
CAPRI PALACE
GRAND HOTEL QUISISANA 
Since 1845 the Grand Hotel Quisisana
has been receiving its guests in an
atmosphere of exclusive elegance.
The resort offers 150 stylish rooms,
delightful gardens, a swimming pool
overlooking the Faraglioni and Augusta
Gardens. There is also an indoor pool,
fitness center, tennis courts and the
“Quisibeauty” Spa.
LA SCALINATELLA  This fine
five-star hotel located in the center
of the island, offers modern facilities.
The Scalinatella is known for its fine
service and warm atmosphere much
appreciated by all its guests.
PUNTA TRAGARA  An elegant
building in perfect harmony with
its surroundings reigning over a
dramatically beautiful scenery, the
hotel offers guests splendid rooms
and suites furnished with antiques.
This property features two sea water
swimming pools, a whirlpool, an indoor
restaurant, an outdoor restaurant and
beauty center.
LA FLORIDIANA  A charming
hotel in a central quiet position five
minutes from the famous Piazzetta,
all rooms are tastefully appointed and
have large balconies with a view of the sea.
LUNA  The Hotel Luna is situated
in the center of Capri, bordering the
sea, the Gardens of Cesare Augustus
and the Charterhouse of San Giacomo.
“There is no other spectacle on earth
which can compare with this !” wrote
Alexandre Dumas as he gazed at the
Faraglioni rocks way back in 1816.
As you sit on the sweeping terrace,
watching the setting sun paint the
legendary sea stacks a shade of fiery
red, or stroll through the gardens on a
summer evening, in the silvery light of
the Capri moon. Great amenities and
the perfect location.
WEBER AMBASSADOR  This
fine hotel, located in one of the most
beautiful areas of the island, the Bay
of Marina Piccola offers breathtaking
view of the Faraglioni. All rooms
are fully appointed with modern
amenities. Scuba diving, windsurfing
and kayaking activities are available on
the premises.
SICILY 
PALERMO
HILTON VILLA IGIEA  This
deluxe property overlooking the sea
offers a magnificent swimming pool
and gourmet restaurant specializing
in Sicilian cuisine as well as 110
rooms and 6 prestigious suites, all fully
appointed.
TAORMINA
GRAND HOTEL SAN PIETRO 
One of Taormina’s most luxurious
properties, and offering old world
glamour, the majority of the rooms
have their own panoramic seaview
terrace.
GRAND HOTEL TIMEO

Famous for its “Literary Terrace”, with
spectacular views of Mount Etna and
the sea, each exquisitely furnished
room has its own balcony.
SAN DOMENICO PALACE 
Formerly a 13th Century monastery,
this internationally acclaimed hotel has
111 fully refurbished rooms, is centrally
located, has a private swimming
pool and is surrounded by a unique
cloistered park.
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The Most Acclaimed Resort Hotels
AEOLIAN ISLANDS 
LIPARI
TRITONE  An elegant Mediterranean style property overlooking
the sea featuring a wellness centre,
swimming pool and hydro massage
pool with thermal waters. Only a few
minutes from the centre of town and
the Portinente beach, the hotel offers
fabulous meals in its elegant restaurant, serving typical Mediterranean and
Aeolian cuisine à la carte.
VILLA MELIGUNIS  A historic
18th Century villa located in the
ancient center of Lipari with 32 fully-appointed rooms and breathtaking
seaviews. The terrace restaurant offers
an enchanting view of the coast and
the ancient Acropolis of Lipari.
SARDINIAEMERALD COAST 
PORTO CERVO
LE GINESTRE  This fine 80 room
property is immersed in a private
park and features a swimming pool,
restaurant, tennis courts and private
beach. All rooms are fully appointed.
ITALIAN RIVIERA 
CAMOGLI
CENOBIO DEI DOGI  This
enchanting hotel is located on the Gulf
of Paradise and offers fully refurbished
rooms, a 17th Century chapel,
swimming pool, private restaurant and
is surrounded by an ancient park.
PORTOFINO
SPLENDIDO  High in the cliffs
above Portofino, this deluxe property
offers beautifully decorated rooms and
suites. A superb restaurant specializing
in regional cuisine is on the premises.
SPLENDIDO MARE  This sister
property of the Hotel Splendido is
situated in the heart of Portofino and
offers wonderful views of the harbor
and the Castle of San Giorgio. Amenities include a gym, beauty center, and
a courtesy shuttle service to and from
the Splendido.
SANTA MARGHERITA LIGURE
IMPERIALE PALACE  Originally
a private villa built in 1889, this Deluxe
property is surrounded by a large park,
and offers 106 fully appointed seaview
rooms, a charming café with Liberty
style furniture, a panoramic restaurant,
a swimming pool and private beach.
GRAND HOTEL MIRAMARE 
This first class property offers the
elegance of classic style combined
with gracious Italian living. Its 84
fully-appointed rooms offer romantic
views of the sea and of the tropical
gardens, sided by an emerald pool
and a private beach.
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LIDO PALACE  An ideal property for families with children, this
fully renovated hotel is located on the
beautiful Gulf of Santa Margherita
Ligure, and offers 54 rooms and
suites featuring sitting area, bedroom
with balcony over-looking the sea,
bathroom facilities and a small
kitchen.
METROPOLE  This first-class
property features fully-appointed
rooms and is situated in a picturesque
and sunny position with a beautiful
park and private beach.
CINQUE TERRE 
PORTO ROCA  (Monterosso
al Mare) A first class property
overlooking the water with exquisitely
furnished and fully appointed
rooms, this resort features a great
view, charming atmosphere and
fine restaurant to make it an ideal
hideaway for honeymooners.
LA COLONNINA  (Monterosso
al Mare) This small hotel is located in
the historical center of Monterosso al
Mare just near the main square and
within walking distance of the train
station.
LA SPIAGGIA  (Monterosso al
Mare) Located where the town’s main
road meets the world class beach; this
family operated property is a fantastic
location to experience “la dolce vita”.
VILLA ADRIANA  (Monterosso
al Mare) A short walk from the sea
immersed in a picturesque garden of
hundred year old palms. The Hotel is
an oasis of greenery and tranquility
and is the ideal starting point for all of
your excursions. We offer our guests
comfortable rooms, a parking space
and a nice outdoor swimming pool.
VILLA ARGENTINA

(Riomaggiore) Located in the heart
of the old village this property is
the perfect location from which to
explore the five panoramic villages
and hills which make up the Cinque
Terre.
GRAND HOTEL PORTOVENERE
 Renovated from a 12th Century
monastery, this property is located
just outside of Le Cinque Terre and
offers a fully equipped gym, fitness
room and a large gourmet restaurant
with scenic terrace overlooking
the sea.
LAKE COMO 
BELLAGIO
VILLA SERBELLONI  The only
deluxe property in Bellagio offers
95 fully-appointed rooms and suites
either with lake or park views. All are
elegantly furnished in a traditional
Northern Italian style.
BELVEDERE  This 65-room
property overlooks Lake Como and all
rooms are fully-appointed.
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The gourmet restaurant located on a
panoramic terrace adds an old world
charm to this lovely hotel.
DU LAC  This boutique, fullyappointed property is the ideal place to
experience Lake Como. From the roofgarden you can enjoy the beauty of the
lake as far as the slopes of the Alps and
bask in the warm glow of the sun.
BLEVIO
CASA DIVA RESORT & SPA 
Deluxe lake side property with airconditioning, pool, and spa. The
majority of rooms feature lake view.
Complimentary: high-speed internet
and private parking.
COMO
BARCHETTA EXCELSIOR  A
beautiful property located in the main
square and offering fully-appointed
rooms with lake view. The gourmet
restaurant specializes in international
and regional cuisine.
PALACE HOTEL  A lovely first
class hotel overlooking Lake Como, all
rooms are elegantly decorated.
CERNOBBIO – COMO
VILLA D’ESTE  A marvelous
princely estate from the 16th Century
converted to a hotel in 1873 and
situated on a 10-acre property, the Villa
D’Este offers elegant outdoor dining
and 100 years of tradition. The unique
pool floats on the lake and fine Italian
cuisine is served on the elegant veranda.
This resort is one of the most desirable
in Italy.
MOLTRASIO
GRAND HOTEL IMPERIALE  A
four star luxury property overlooking
Lake Como and surrounded by lovely
gardens, this property offers a heated
swimming pool, gourmet restaurant
and fitness center.
LAKE MAGGIORE 
BAVENO
GRAND HOTEL DINO  The
largest hotel on Lake Maggiore, this
property is surrounded by a centennial
park with Italian Gardens overlooking
the lake and the Borromeo Islands.
All rooms offer the latest modern
amenities, and the bar and restaurant,
featuring regional cuisine, are located
on a spacious terrace with lake view.
Fitness center is also on the premises.
SIMPLON  A lovely four-star
property surrounded by a beautiful
park situated only a few meters from
Lake Maggiore. The hotel has been
fully refurbished and offers all modern
amenities and complete comfort.
STRESA
GRAND HOTEL DES ILES
BORROMEES  This Deluxe
property is immersed in a park
overlooking Lake Maggiore. It offers
172 fully-appointed rooms, many with
lake view.
The two swimming pools, tennis
courts, private heliport, large parking
and health center make this property
a great destination.
VILLA & PALAZZO AMINTA 
A luxury Resort where you can
regenerate your body and soul in one
of the most exclusive places of the
world. Evocative walks through the
lush gardens in blossom, breathtaking
trips through the mountains and lakes,
romantic dinners by candle light in the
refined Restaurant “I Mori” and a new
and elegant SPA.
REGINA PALACE HOTEL  A
charming art deco property overlooking the lake and the Islands
of Borromeo, surrounded by
beautiful manicured gardens, this
property offers 175 elegant and
fully-appointed rooms, many overlooking the lake, a fitness center with
gym, sauna, Jacuzzi and swimming
pool. Its first class restaurant specializes
in regional cuisine.
LAKE GARDA 
GARDONE RIVIERA
VILLA DEL SOGNO  This fin du
sieclè villa retains a charming Liberty
style and has been fully restored with
elegantly furnished rooms overlooking
the lake.
LAKE ISEO 
FRANCIACORTA
ARABA FENICE YACHTING &
LIFESTYLE RESORT  Historic
lake front property recently restored
to it's original 19th century charm yet
offering modern comforts. Lake side
pool, solarium, private dock for yacht
hire, gourmet restaurant, 24 hour
American Bar.
VENICE 
CIPRIANI  This deluxe property
located on the Giudecca provides the
most refined of Venetian hospitality
and features fully-appointed and
exquisitely decorated bedrooms and
suites. A private launch shuttle is
available to San Marco Square.
JW MARRIOTT VENICE RESORT &
SPA  Situated on its own private
Island in Venice, Isola delle Rose, just
20-minute pleasant ride across the
Lagoon to central St. Mark’s Square
by complimentary shuttle service, JW
Marriott Venice Resort & Spa is the
ultimate luxury retreat for romantic
breaks and family escapes.
Every hotel, tour, meal,
transport, timing, and
recommendation were
spot on. Each location
was unique and special!
—Kurt & Ann
Castles, Villas,
Noble Palaces & Country Inns
TOSCANA/TUSCANY 
CORTONA
 A first class Relais
& Chateaux property with 9 frescoed bedrooms,
this property features a classic Tuscan restaurant
personally supervised by the owner. Culinary lessons
and wine tastings can be arranged on the premises.
RELAIS IL FALCONIERE
SAN GIMIGNANO
RELAIS LA CAPPUCCINA
 L The ideal place
for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The Art Nouveau
style villa comprises the main part of the structure,
built in the early 20th century by a local nobleman,
on the site of a Capuchin Monastery. It is within easy
reach of the medieval town of San Gimignano.
FLORENCE
 Once an
18th century noble palace, Villa Medici is now a
luxurious 90 room hotel in the center of Florence,
complete with lovely private gardens and swimming
pool. The Lorenzo dé Medici Restaurant offers the
best of Italian and international cuisine.
CASOLE D'ELSA
CASTELLO DI CASOLE  In the heart of
Tuscany, near the mythic cities of Florence, Siena and
San Gimignano, is Castello di Casole – A Timbers
Resort. One of the largest private estates in all of Italy,
Castello di Casole is set among 4,200 acres of rolling
hills, sweeping valleys, Tuscan vineyards and olive
groves. Two cypress-lined lanes ascend to a historic
castle that has been carefully restored into an intimate
boutique 5-star hotel in the grand European tradition.
GRAND HOTEL VILLA MEDICI
FIESOLE – FLORENCE
 An ancient monastery
designed by Michelangelo and located in the serene
tranquility of Fiesole, in the hills above Florence,
this property features 28 fully-appointed rooms
and suites. The hotel has a private pool and offers
complimentary transportation to the city.
VILLA SAN MICHELE
VILLA FIESOLE  This beautifully restored 19th
century villa is located in the Fiesole hills just 3 km
from the center of Florence, and features frescoed
ceilings and an old, recently restored characteristic
greenhouse. Its 32 rooms are all fully refurbished with
modern comforts.
SIENA
CERTOSA DI MAGGIANO  This 14th Century
monastery is today one of the most frequented
gourmet gathering points in Tuscany for local cuisine
and fine wines. The property enjoys panoramic
views of Tuscany and is located only 1km from
downtown Siena.
RADDA IN CHIANTI
PALAZZO LEOPOLDO  A lovely 47-room
patrician villa converted to a first class property, this
fine manor house has undergone total restoration,
yet maintains its former splendor and charm. Buffet
breakfast is served in the magnificent 18th Century
kitchen or on the terrace overlooking the vineyards.
VILLA SCACCIAPENSIERI
GROSSETO
L’ANDANA  (Castiglione della Pescaia) This
deluxe resort features an internationally acclaimed
restaurant under the supervision of Alain Ducasse,
spa, golf driving range and a romantic private chapel.
Once a Medici villa where Grand Duke Leopold II and
his court resided, the 33 rooms and suites merge a
natural Tuscan setting with the hotelier’s fascination
of history.
LUCCA
PALAZZO ALEXANDER

A charming 16room Liberty-style hotel located in the historical
center of Lucca, this property has been elegantly
refurbished and features a breakfast room and
panoramic terrace over looking the red roofs of
the city.

Set atop one of
the enchanting Tuscan Hills, only 2 km from Siena,
and surrounded by a park, this lovely villa has a
swimming pool and tennis courts. A typical day starts
with breakfast on the panoramic terrace with a
breathtaking view of Siena.
GAIOLE IN CHIANTI
 A medieval
hamlet converted to a country resort surrounded
by vineyards and olive groves, excellent restaurant,
winery, wellness center, outdoor pool, choice
accommodations and apartments.
BORGO CASA AL VENTO
PIENZA
RELAIS IL CHIOSTRO DI PIENZA  Situated in
the center of Renaissance Pienza, and overlooking
the Val D’Orcia, this property is a restored 15th
Century convent offering 37-fully appointed rooms,
a swimming pool and a fine restaurant.
SINALUNGA
LOCANDA DELL’AMOROSA  This romantic
villa features newly appointed guest rooms with
an attractive combination of traditional country
furnishings, antiques, and period paintings. The
restaurant is famous for regional specialties and
local wines. In addition to the large spaces of the
courtyard and the gardens, Locanda dell’Amorosa
has an extensive agricultural estate with vineyards,
olive groves, woods and fields, where guests can take
walks through the countryside.
A million thanks for a vacation
of a lifetime! We worried about
nothing, for it was all taken
care of.
—Francis & Frances
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Castles, Villas,
Noble Palaces & Country Inns
AGRIGENTO
BAGLIO DELLA LUNA  Foresteria Baglio della
Luna is a small charming 4-star hotel just a few
kilometers from the center of Agrigento. The careful
renovations have enhanced the ancient eighteenth
century buildings, nestled in a verdant and luxuriant
garden where you’ll find the solarium with Jacuzzi
for eight seats. Leave your car at the free parking
lot and step into the castle courtyard, embellished
with wicker couches and Mediterranean plants. The
interior is elegant and decorated in the classic style
with hints of bygone rural Sicilian decor.
It is wonderful to have someone
take care of all of the details!
UMBRIA 
GUBBIO
VILLA MONTEGRANELLI  An 18th
Century fortified palace which once belonged to
the Counts Guidi di Romena and Montegranelli,
today this villa is a refined and elegant property
with 22 fresco decorated rooms which have been
completely updated with all modern amenities. It
is situated on the hills outside the historical center
of Gubbio, and offers an excellent restaurant
featuring regional and international cuisine.
—John & Ruth
LAZIO 
LADISPOLI
Convenient to Perugia, Todi, or Assisi, the
hotel boasts its own private wine and olive
oil museum and innovative restaurant featuring internationally acclaimed cuisine in a refined setting
EMILIA – ROMAGNA 
DOZZA – BOLOGNA
MONTE DEL RE  A 700-year-old refurbished
ORVIETO
 Originally an 8th Century
Benedictine monastery, today this fully-restored and
fully-appointed hotel offers exceptional comforts, a
swimming pool, tennis courts, parking facility and
a fine restaurant. Orvieto is also one of the most
dramatically beautiful towns in Umbria.
LA BADIA
SPELLO
 Located in the old town
center of Spello, a charming medieval town in
Umbria, the Hotel Palazzo Bocci offers 29 rooms and
suites, all fully-appointed and elegantly furnished.
PALAZZO BOCCI
TORGIANO
LE TRE VASELLE  A deluxe country inn, this
property combines comfort and a charming village
amidst the nearby vineyards of the Lungarotti Winery.
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monastery situated on a panoramic hill near the
ancient town of Dozza, well known for its painted
walls, this luxury property offers 38 rooms, and the
Il Seminario Restaurant, featuring regional cuisine
prepared by the chef/owner. Private culinary lessons
can be arranged on the premises.
SORAGNA – PARMA
 Built in the 18th
Century by the Princess Meli Lupi, the locanda has
been restored with great care and offers 46 charming
bedrooms with antique furniture and wooden ceiling
beams. The restaurant features aromas and flavours
from international dishes to numerous specialties of
Parma cuisine.
LOCANDA DEL LUPO
SICILY 
CASTELBUONO-PALERMO
RELAIS SANTA ANASTASIA  This deluxe
five-star resort is located just outside of Cefalù in the
heart of the Madonie Park. Once a thriving medieval
Benedictine Abbey, the relais has been completely
restored and now offers all the amenities and
services of a luxury resort property and features an
on-site winery.
LA POSTA VECCHIA  This intimate
Renaissance-built country estate, once the summer
home of J. Paul Getty, is now an award-winning
independent five-star Italian hotel with heartstopping views of the sea, in a splendid and secure
parkland, and boasting an excavated Roman villa
within its foundations, all a mere 40-minute drive
from the centre of Rome.
ROME
PALAZZO AL VELABRO  This Roman Palace
has been transformed into a modern residence and
features apartment style rooms for short or long
stays. Located in the artistic and historical center of
Rome near the Roman Forum, the Palatine Hill and
Colosseum, all apartments offer private bath, kitchen
and a sitting area.
VENETO 
BEVILAQUA
 Family run
14th century castle wine estate with luxurious
accommodations surrounded by vineyards. The old
decorations embrace the modern comfort, so that
guests can truly delight a unique atmosphere. Poster
beds and amazing frescoes decorate the rooms,
where the style of the Renaissance allow combines
with modern details. The fairy tale surrenders to
comfort in the bath ritual, where guests are welcomed
and cuddled by a wide double right-angle Jacuzzi.
CASTELLO DI BEVILACQUA
Car Rentals
BY DONNA FRANCA AND AUTOEUROPE
Donna Franca offers a full range of car rentals to be used in conjunction with your trip. For your peace of mind, our rentals have a
customized insurance and liability policy, featuring a $0 deductible collision and theft policy, as well as unlimited free mileage, all
insurance, the VAT sales tax, and 24-hour roadside assistance. Luxury cars such as BMW Z400 convertible, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Land Rover,
and Mini Cooper are available upon request. A GPS unit is strongly recommended, and can be arranged for an additional cost. Delivery
and collection services may be arranged upon request and for an additional cost. Airport fee of 10% is to be added for Airport pick ups.
(AUTO) – Automatic transmission, (MAN) – Manual transmission
Valid November 1, 2015–June 14, 2016 & August 22,–December 31, 2016
CODE
CAR MODEL OR SMR
DOORS
LUGGAGE
3-4 Day
Weekly
8-13 Days
14-20 Days
21-27 Days
28+ Days
MCMR
FIAT 5002DRMAN
2
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$46
$228
$32
$31
$29
$28
ECMR
FIATPANDA 2DRMAN
2
1 Lg., 1 Sm.
$51
$255
$36
$35
$32
$31
EDMR
VW POLO 4DR MAN
4
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$54
$274
$39
$38
$35
$33
EDAR
AUDIA14 DRAUTO
4
2 Med, 1 Sm.
$93
$468
$66
$64
$59
$56
CDMR
FIAT 500L 4DRMAN
4
2 Lg., 2 Med.
$77
$382
$54
$51
$48
$45
CTMR
VW BEETLE OPEN ROOFTOP
2
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$178
$892
$127
$121
$116
$109
CWMR
RENAULT MEGANEWAG
4
3 Lg., 2 Sm.
$93
$468
$66
$64
$59
$56
IDMR
ALFAGIULIETTA 4 DR MAN
4
3 Lg., 2 Sm.
$88
$439
$62
$59
$56
$54
IWMR
OPEL INSIGNIA WAG MAN
4
4 Lg., 2 Sm.
$113
$569
$81
$76
$73
$69
IDAR
AUDIA34DRAUTO
4
2 Lg., 2 Sm.
$125
$630
$90
$86
$81
$77
FDAR
VOLVOS604DRAUTO
4
3 Lg., 2 Med.
$228
$1142
$164
$155
$147
$140
FVMR
FIATSCUDO 7 PAXMAN
5
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$159
$799
$113
$108
$102
$97
SVMR
RENAULTTRAFFIC 9 PAX
5
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$179
$895
$128
$121
$116
$110
PVAR
MERCEDESVITO9 PAX
5
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$352
$1759
$251
$239
$227
$216
PWAR
MERCEDES C CLASS WAG
4
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$240
$1200
$171
$163
$155
$147
LXAR
MERCEDESE 4 DRAUTO
4
3 Lg., 3 Med.
$320
$1600
$228
$217
$206
$195
ITAR
AUDI A3 CABRIO AUTO
2
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$166
$832
$118
$113
$106
$101
Valid June 15–August 31, 2016
DOORS
LUGGAGE
8-13 Days
14-20 Days
21-27 Days
MCMR
CODE
FIAT 5002DRMAN
CAR MODEL OR SMR
2
1 Med., 1 Sm.
3-4 Day
$66
Weekly
$330
$46
$45
$42
28+ Days
$40
ECMR
FIATPANDA 2DRMAN
2
1 Lg., 1 Sm.
$78
$388
$55
$53
$50
$49
EDMR
VW POLO 4DR MAN
4
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$84
$420
$59
$57
$54
$51
EDAR
AUDIA14DRAUTO
4
2 Med, 1 Sm.
$146
$729
$104
$98
$95
$90
CDMR
FIAT 500L 4DRMAN
4
2 Lg., 2 Med.
$99
$498
$70
$67
$65
$62
$125
CTMR
VW BEETLE OPEN ROOFTOP
2
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$205
$1030
$147
$139
$134
CWMR
RENAULT MEGANE WAG
4
3 Lg., 2 Sm.
$113
$570
$81
$78
$73
$70
IDMR
ALFAGIULIETTA 4 DR MAN
4
3 Lg., 2 Sm.
$117
$585
$84
$79
$76
$71
IWMR
OPEL INSIGNIA WAG MAN
4
4 Lg., 2 Sm.
$145
$730
$105
$98
$95
$90
IDAR
AUDIA34DRAUTO
4
2 Lg., 2 Sm.
$161
$802
$113
$109
$104
$98
FDAR
VOLVOS604DRAUTO
4
3 Lg., 2 Med.
$265
$1319
$189
$178
$170
$162
FVMR
FIATSCUDO 7 PAXMAN
5
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$190
$950
$136
$129
$123
$117
SVMR
RENAULTTRAFFIC 9 PAX MAN
5
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$221
$1111
$159
$151
$144
$136
PVAR
MERCEDESVITO9 PAX
5
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$406
$2030
$288
$275
$261
$248
PWAR
AUDI A6 WAGONAUTO
4
4 Lg., 2 Med.
$257
$1283
$184
$175
$165
$157
LXAR
MERCEDESECLASS AUTO
4
3 Lg., 3 Med.
$430
$2149
$308
$291
$278
$264
ITAR
AUDI A3 CABRIO AUTO
2
1 Med., 1 Sm.
$256
$1279
$184
$174
$165
$158
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Collective Sightseeing
Collective sightseeing offers the perfect solution to getting the most out of your vacation. All rates are per person and are operated as
larger groups on a scheduled daily or weekly basis. These tours are but a sampling of what we can offer you, please visit our web site or
call us for more touring options.
ROME
#1 | CLASSIC WALKING TOUR The Spanish
Steps, Piazza della Repubblica, Trevi Fountain,
Pantheon, Piazza Navona, St. Peter’s Square
(headphones included) | $49.00
#2 | IMPERIAL ROME Circus Maximus,
Piazza Venezia, Capitoline Hill, Roman Forum,
Colosseum (entrance fee included), St. Peter in
Chains (headphones included) | $73.00
#3 | THE VATICAN MUSEUMS
Sistine Chapel, Spiral Staircase, Gallery
of the Tapestries, Cartography Gallery
| $84.00
#4 | CHRISTIAN ROME Basilica of St. John
in Lateran and the Holy Stairs, Basilica of Santa
Maria Maggiore, Catacombs of St. Sebastian
(entrance fee included), Old Appian Way, Tomb
of Cecilia Metella (headphones included) |
$60.00
#5 | PAPAL AUDIENCE - Public audience held
in St. Peter’s Square, St. Peter’s Basilica or in the
Audience Hall | $41.00
#6 | ROMAN CASTLES - Visit to the Lake of
Castel Gandolfo and Frascati including a wine
tasting | $62.00
#7 | TIVOLI Villa Adriana, Villa D’Este and its
fountains (entrance fee included) | $85.00
#9 | ANCIENT OSTIA Visit to this Roman port
city & archaeological excavations (entrance fee
included | $74.00
#10 | ROME BY NIGHT Panoramic tour of
Rome | $51.00
#13 | ASSISI & ORVIETO - Visit to the
medieval town of Orvieto for a wine tasting
and lunch, visit to Assisi and St. Francis’ Basilica
(headphones included) | $132.00
# 14 | CAPRI AND ANA CAPRI Hydrofoil to
the Island of Capri, minibus to Ana Capri (lunch
included) and optional excursion to the Blue
Grotto (additional cost/weather permitting) |
$167.00
#15 | NAPLES & POMPEII Guided tour of
Naples (lunch included), guided tour of Pompeii
(headphones and entrance fees included) |
$140.00
#16A | SORRENTO, POMPEII & CAPRI Three
(3) days with one (1) overnight in Capri and one
(1) in Sorrento, guided tour of Naples (lunch
included), guided tour of Pompeii (headphones
and entrance fees included), hydrofoil to the
Island of Capri, minibus to Ana Capri (lunch
included) & included excursion to the Blue Grotto
(weather permitting) | $643.00 per person
double or triple, $790.00 single
#16B | SORRENTO, POMPEII & CAPRI Three
(3) days with two (2) overnight in Sorrento,
guided tour of Naples (lunch included), guided
tour of Pompeii (headphones and entrance
fees included), hydrofoil to the Island of Capri,
minibus to Ana Capri (lunch included) & included
excursion to the Blue Grotto (weather permitting)
| $599.00 per person double or triple,
$775.00 single
#17 | FLORENCE Guided tour of Florence,
including the Accademia (lunch included) and
visit to a leather workshop | $191.00
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#17A | ETRUSCAN SUTRI visit the Necropolis
including the tufa Amphitheatre; then proceed
for a stroll through medieval town, including
sightseeing such as Porta Furia, the Church
of Madonna del Parto and the Church of S.
Silvestro. Lunch with wine included | $167.00
#17B | SIENA Guided visit of city center,
including Piazza del Campo and the Cathedral
with inside visit. Typical Tuscan lunch included
and free time at disposal | $171.00
FLORENCE AND TUSCANY
#1A | FLORENCE MORNING WALKING
TOUR Guided sightseeing, with Accademia,
Duomo, the Cathedral, the Baptistery, Giotto’s
Bell Tower, Piazzale Michelangelo | $72.00 per
person
#1B | FLORENCE AFTERNOON WALKING
TOUR Guided sightseeing, with Uffizi Gallery,
Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, Fiesole | $72.00
per person
#3 | SIENA, SAN GIMIGNANO & CHIANTI
LANDSCAPES A full day visit to the Chianti
Region, guided tour of Siena and San Gimignano
| $75.00 per person
#4LT | PISA A four-hour visit to the town of
Pisa, including the Leaning Tower (entrance fee
included), the Cathedral and the Baptistery |
$89.00 per person
#5A | CHIANTI AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCE
A four-hour visit the Chianti Region, including
the town of Castellina & Greve and two (2) wine
tastings | $64.00 per person
#W1 | HIGHLIGHTS OF TUSCANY WITH
LUNCH visit Siena, San Gimignano, Lucca and
Pisa with lunch at a farm estate in the Tuscan
countryside | $109.00 per person
#W2 | BEST OF 5 TERRE TOUR WITH
LUNCH Full day walk through all five seaside
villages of Cinque Terre and lunch in Corniglia |
$123.00 per person
#M1+2G+M2 | FULL DAY FLORENCE
WITH ACCADEMIA & UFFIZI GALLERIES
Guided sightseeing, with Accademia and Uffizi
Galleries, Duomo, the Baptistery, Giotto’s Bell
Tower, Palazzo Vecchio, Santa Croce, Fiesole |
$138.00 per person
#0D1 | DUOMO COMPLEX WITH VIEW
FROM TOP: Guided tour of the Baptistery,
the Cathedral and the Bell Tower, enjoying
the amazing view of the city from the top
of Dome of Brunelleschi and the Bell Tower
| $70.00 per person
#E6 | FOOTSTEPS OF MICHELANGELO
IN FLORENCE Guided tour with entrance fee
included to the Casa Buonarroti Museum, Santa
Croce Church Complex and Bargello Museum |
$94.00 per person
#E4 | FOOTSTEPS OF DAN BROWNS
INFERNO IN FLORENCE Guided tour of
Palazzo Vecchio, the home of Dante Alighieri
and the Baptistery, including the climbing on top
of the Cupola and the Campanile | $81.00 per
person
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#5B | BEST OF CHIANTI WITH WINE
TASTING AND DINNER Afternoon excursion
to the Chianti Region, including a visit to a castle
with a snack-wine tasting, Greve, Castellina
and San Donato with a typical Chianti dinner |
$108.00 per person
#6 | PISA & LUCCA Guided visit of Lucca with
a typical pastry tasting and guided visit of Pisa,
including Piazza dei Miracoli, the Cathedral
and the Leaning Tower (exterior) | $82.00
per person
#C7 | FLORENCE PALAZZO PITTI, VASARI
CORRIDOR & UFFIZI GALLERY MORNING
WALKING TOUR Start the tour at the Palazzo
Pitti with an external visit and follow the "Prince's
Itinerary" through the suggestive and elevated
passageway of the Vasari Corridor that connects
the Pitti Palace to Palazzo Vecchio through the Uffizi
Gallery, one of the most magnificent examples of
16th century architecture. | $114.00 per person
VENICE
#LI LAGOON ISLANDS Panoramic cruise of
the Venetian Lagoon with stops on the islands
of Murano, Burano and Torcello (weather
permitting) | $29.00 per person
#T2 WALKING TOUR OF ABSOLUTE
VENICE Guided visit, including St. Mark’s
Square, the Doge’s Palace, Byzantine St. Mark’s
Basilica and optional two-hour visit to Murano
glass factory | $100.00 per person
#T3 GONDOLA SERENADE A romantic
gondola ride with serenade (weather permitting)
| $60.00 per person
#T1 WALKING TOUR OF VENICE Guided
tour, including St Mark’s Square with St. Mark’s
Basilica, the Ducal palace, Bell Tower and Clock
Tower (no entries) | $34.00
#T1+T2 WALKING TOUR OF DUCAL
VENICE Guided tour, including St Mark’s Square
with St. Mark’s guided tour, including St Mark’s
Square with St. Mark’s Basilica, the Ducal palace,
Bell Tower and Clock Tower (no entries) and the
Doge’s Palace (inside visit) | $72.00
#T1+T3 WALKING TOUR OF BYZANTINE
VENICE Guided tour, including St Mark’s
Square, the Ducal palace, Bell Tower and Clock
Tower (no entries) and St. Mark’s Basilica (inside
visit) | $59.00
#T7 SAVORY VENICE An expert guide will
take you through the Venetian streets where
you will discover the local Venetian "Bacari"
(bars) and sample "Cicchetti" (snacks) | $57.00
per person
SORRENTO
POMPEII Half-day excursion to the Roman
excavations | $67.00 per person
POMPEII & VESUVIUS Full day visit to the
Roman excavations with a stop at the summit of
Mt. Vesuvius | $85.00 per person
CAPRI & ANA CAPRI Full day to the towns of
Capri and Ana Capri (Blue Grotto entrance fee
extra | $137.00 per person
AMALFI DRIVE Full day panoramic excursion
with stops in Positano, Amalfi and Ravello
(entrance fees extra) | $65.00 per person
AMALFI COAST
POMPEII & VESUVIUS Departure from your
hotel for a full day visit to the Roman excavations
with a stop at the summit of Mt. Vesuvius with
a specialized guide. Entrance fee and lunch not
included | $54.00 per person
POMPEII & HERCULANEUM Guided visit
to the Archaeological Excavations of Pompeii
and Herculaneum. Lunch and entrance fee not
included | $64.00 per person
PAESTUM & MOZZARELLA FARM VISIT
Guided visit to the Archaeological site, including
the Museum (entrance fee not included)
mozzarella farm visit with tasting. | $67.00 per
person
CAPRI & ANACAPRI Full day guided tour
of the Island by minibus, including Villa San
Michele in Anacapri. Entrance fee and lunch not
included. Departs from Amalfi Pier | $100.00
per person
MINICRUISE & GROTTO Half day discovering
the Amalfi Coast from the sea, including the
Emerald Grotto (optional/entrance fee not
included), disembark in Positano. Lunch not
included | $51.00 per person
CAPRI AT LEISURE Discovering the island on
a boat with free time at leisure | $108.00 per
person
LET’S COOK Learn how to prepare simple
recipes hands on with English instruction |
$198.00 per person
LE CINQUE TERRE
PESTO MAKING COURSE IN MANAROLA
We will show you how to make the traditional
pesto sauce. At the end, taste your own creation
on bruschetta (toasted bread) with a glass of
Cinque Terre wine | $52.00 per person
COOKING LESSON LIGURIAN FISH
SPECIALTIES WITH VISIT TO THE MARKET
Visit to the local market, hands-on cooking
experience with English speaking instruction,
printed recipes, lunch with wine every day except
on Mon | $167.00 per person
WINE TASTING IN MONTEROSSO Wine
tasting of 3 different wines, some local snacks
like crostini and cantucci at a local enoteca, daily
| $22.00 per person
HIKING AND WINE Guided walk through the
famous terraced vineyards, followed by a wine
cellar visit and wine tasting every Sat. | $144.00
per person
WINE TASTING IN A SCENIC LOCATION
IN RIOMAGGIORE Wine tasting with four
(4) different Cinque Terre DOC wines, olive oil
tasting and some local snacks like focaccia,
olives, pesto | $29.00 per person
WINE TASTING IN AN ANCIENT WINE
CELLAR IN MANAROLA Wine tasting with
three (3) different wines, some local snacks like
crostini with pesto and with salted anchovies and
cheese | $22.00 per person
SAILING ALONG THE CINQUE TERRE
COAST MINI COURSE Tour with a sailing
boat with English-speaking skipper, light lunch
on board with wine, insurance and mini sailing
course every Mon +Thu | $174.00 per person
Transfers by
Private Car & Driver
ROME (RPC)
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
Airport/Hotel
77
77 103 103 103 137 137 137
Rail/Hotel
51
51
68
68
68
85
85
85
Roma/Civitavecchia 239 239 256 256 256 291 291 291
Rome/Florence
718 718 752 752 752 803 803 803
Rome/Siena
666 666 701 701 701 752 752 752
Rome/Assisi
478 478 513 513 513 564 564 564
Rome/Naples
632 632 666 666 666 718 718 718
Rome/Pompeii
632 632 666 666 666 718 718 718
Rome/Sorrento
701 701 735 735 735 786 786 786
Rome/Positano
718 718 752 752 752 803 803 803
FLORENCE (RPC) 1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
Florence/Pisa
273 273 320 320 320 320 320 320
Florence/Siena
273 273 320 320 320 320 320 320
Florence/Genova
733 733 789 789 789 789 789 789
Florence/Monterosso 620 620 658 658 658 658 658 658
Florence/Venice
808 808 846 846 846 846 846 846
Florence/Rome center 827 827 865 865 865 865 865 865
Florence/Milan center 865 865 902 902 902 902 902 902
Florence/Montecatini 179 179 226 226 226 226 226 226
Florence/Bologna Apt. 357 357 395 395 395 395 395 395
Florence/Rome Apt. 865 865 902 902 902 902 902 902
Florence/Milan Apt. 1053 1053 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109 1109
Pisa Airport/Florence 273 273 320 320 320 320 320 320
Pisa Airport/Siena
414 414 451 451 451 451 451 451
VENICE (RPP) * 1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
Motor launch with assistance & 1 suitcase per person porterage included
Airport/Hotel
396 204 147 113 109 104
89
75
Airport/Port
408 210 151 117 106 100
92
77
Hotel/Port
271 152 115 100
91
82
75
72
Hotel/Rail
295 147
98
76
72
67
61
59
Verona by car from
p.zzale Roma
482 482 603 603 603 603 603 603
VENICE (RPP) ** 1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
Motor launch with meet & greet - no luggage handling included
Airport/Hotel
323 161 108
81
66
54
51
49
Rail/Hotel
270 135
90
68
54
49
48
42
Airport/Port
335 167 112
84
67
56
55
48
MILAN (RPC)
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
Malpensa Apt/Hotel 162 162 162 205 205 205 222 222
Linate Apt/Hotel
80
80
80 103 103 103 120 120
Hotel/Rail
77
77
77
94
94
94 111 111
Como/Stresa/Baveno 222 222 222 239 239 239 248 248
Cernobbio
222 222 222 376 376 376 248 248
Venezia
721 721 721 889 889 889 1051 1051
Genoa
422 422 422 489 489 489 506 506
Savona
521 521 521 598 598 598 769 769
NAPLES (RPC)
Airport/Hotel/Rail/Port
Naples/Sorrento
Naples/AmalfiPositano-Ravello
Naples/Rome
Naples/Avellino
Naples/Benevento
Naples/Caserta
Naples/Salerno
Naples/Pompeii
Naples/Paestum
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
85
85
85 103 103 103 103 103
154 154 154 188 188 188 188 188
PALERMO (RPC)
Airport/Palermo
Palermo/Taormina
Palermo/Messina
Palermo/Agrigento
Palermo/Sciacca
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
103 103 103 103 137 137 137 137
649 649 649 649 769 769 769 769
615 615 615 615 684 684 684 684
342 342 342 342 513 513 513 513
342 342 342 342 427 427 427 427
AGRIGENTO (RPC)
Agrigento/Taormina
Agrigento/Catania
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
684 684 684 684 769 769 769 769
468 468 468 540 540 540 540 900
CATANIA (RPC)
Airport/Catania
Catania/Siracusa
Catania/Taormina
Catania/Milazzo
Catania/Ragusa
Catania/Agrigento
Catania/Messina
Catania/Acireale
1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
66
66
66 113 113 113 113 113
150 150 150 235 235 235 235 235
141 141 141 226 226 226 226 226
301 301 301 451 451 451 451 451
301 301 301 451 451 451 451 451
470 470 470 649 649 649 649 649
263 263 263 404 404 404 404 404
113 113 113 150 150 150 150 150
205
581
205
265
120
205
111
393
205
581
205
265
120
205
111
393
205
581
205
265
120
205
111
393
222
675
222
299
162
222
154
470
222
675
222
299
162
222
154
470
222
675
222
299
162
222
154
470
222
675
222
299
162
222
154
470
222
675
222
299
162
222
154
470
AMALFI COAST (RPC)1 pax 2 pax 3 pax 4 pax 5 pax 6 pax 7 pax 8 pax
Naples/Positano or Praiano 185 185 185 270 270 270 270 270
Naples/Amalfi or Ravello 198 198 198 297 297 297 297 297
Naples/Salerno
171 171 171 243 243 243 243 243
Rome/Positano or Praiano 684 684 684 918 918 918 918 918
Rome/Amalfi or Ravello
684 684 684 918 918 918 918 918
Rome/Salerno
684 684 684 918 918 918 918 918
Salerno/Positano or Praiano 162 162 162 234 234 234 234 234
Salerno/Amalfi or Ravello 135 135 135 207 207 207 207 207
Sorrento/Amalfi or Ravello 144 144 144 207 207 207 207 207
Sorrento/Positano or Praiano126 126 126 180 180 180 180 180
Positano/Amalfi or Ravello 117 117 117 171 171 171 171 171
Naples/Sorrento
153 153 153 207 207 207 207 207
Rome/Sorrento
648 648 648 882 882 882 882 882
Salerno/Sorrento
180 180 180 252 252 252 252 252
RPC = Rate Per Car RPP = Rate Per Person
* Motor launch with assistance & 1 suitcase per person porterage included
** Motor launch with meet & greet - no luggage handling included
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General Conditions
THE CONDITIONS AND INFORMATION SET FORTH BELOW REPRESENT THE TERMS OF CONTRACT BETWEEN PASSENGER(S) AND DONNA
FRANCA TOURS.
RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS FOR ALL LAND PACKAGES: As space is limited, early reservations are
advised. No reservation will be confirmed without a $400.00 per person deposit. For any bookings
within 50 days prior to departure, full payment is due immediately. All payments for bookings are
payable by check, cash, credit card and/or electronic transfer.
protection insurance. Requests for refunds for any other reason must be made in writing within 30
days after date of last service provide by Donna Franca Tours.
CANCELLATIONS FOR ALL LAND PACKAGES: Cancellations for any of our land packages must be
received in writing during normal business hours. Cancellations received up to 60 days prior to
departure will be refunded in full, less $200.00 per person, plus any incurred expenses; cancellations
received within 59 days and 31 days are subject to a charge of $300.00 per person, plus any incurred
expenses; cancellations received with 30 days to 8 days prior to departure are subject to 50% of
the applicable package price plus any incurred expenses; cancellations received within 7 days prior
to departure are non-refundable. Cancellations due to force majeure causes are subject to a fee of
$300.00 per person, plus any incurred expenses. We strongly recommend that participants purchase
travel protection insurance.
SINGLE ROOMS: Please note that a limited number of single rooms are available at the supplementary
rate as indicated for each tour. While single rooms afford privacy, they are often much smaller than
double rooms and tend to be poorly located, especially in older hotels. As an alternative, Donna Franca
Tours can arrange for upgrade to a “double room for single use” at additional cost.
CHANGES FOR ALL PACKAGES: All changes must be advised in writing during normal business hours.
An administrative charge of $25.00 per person will be levied in the event of changes made to an
already confirmed reservation. Changes due to - force majeure causes are subject to a fee of $300.00
per person, plus any incurred expenses. We strongly recommend that participants purchase travel
protection insurance.
CANCELLATION ON AIR TRANSPORTATION: For any tour participants purchasing air transportation
through Donna Franca Tours, please be advised that, once tickets are issued, travelers are subject to
applicable air carrier penalties as assessed by the respective air carrier(s). We strongly recommend
that participants purchase travel protection insurance.
VILLA & APARTMENT RENTALS: A non-refundable deposit equal to 35% of the rental is required
at time of booking. All cancellations are subject to policies as imposed by the respective vendors,
however, Donna Franca Tours, will advise you of said policies at time of booking. Please note that
on-site security deposit is not included in rental price. Also some villas and/or apartments charge for
electrical and/or gas consumption and/or heating as they are considered extra and payable on site.
FERRARI VACATION RULES AND CONDITIONS: Only clients of 26 yrs. old, holding a valid driving
license for an uninterrupted period of at least three years are authorized to drive the cars. The driver
must behave in a careful and responsible manner and must not deviate from the normal use for which
the vehicle is intended. The client must comply with all applicable highway codes and rules. The client
is liable under civil law for all offenses. The client has to pay a security deposit of Euro 10.000.00 in
Italy at the time of picking up the Ferrari car. The deposit will be returned as soon as the client hands
the vehicle back at the end of his vacation. A detailed RED TRAVEL TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND
CANCELLATION POLICY WILL BE SENT TO THE CLIENT at the time of reservation. At that time, the client
will have to pay a reservation deposit of $10.000.00 for his official request.
RIVER & COASTAL CRUISES: Deposit 25% to be paid by credit card (or bank transfer with payment
proof) in the 4 days following the sending of contract/invoice. If paying by wire transfer, the transfer
must be received within 8 days of confirmation. Final payment of the cruise by credit card is due at
least 90 days before departure. Payment will be done by credit card using authorization document.
Voucher will be sent by email at 30 days prior to departure and only when full payment has been
made. Cancellation fees for European river, coastal and Mekong cruises) In case of cancellation, the
cancellation fees will be as follows:
More than 90 days from departure: $100 per person
From 90 to 60 days before departure: 35% of the total price
From 59 to 30 days before departure: 50% of of the total price
Less than 29 days before departure: 100% of the total price
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CREDIT CARDS: For your convenience, Donna Franca Tours accepts all major credit cards.
CITY CCCUPANCY TAXES & RESORT FEES: Please note that City Occupancy taxes are not included in
our land only rates. Any resort fees are not included in our land only rates.
CLAIMS: Upon the client and tour operator entering into an agreement, said agreement is intended to
take effect as a contract which has been executed or completed in Massachusetts and all transactions
there under or pursuant thereto shall be governed as to interpretation validity, effects, rights, duties
and remedies of the parties there under and in all respects by the domestic laws of Massachusetts.
All claims must be fi in writing within 30 days of completion of services with Donna Franca Tours.
Upon entering into contract with the tour operator, the client irrevocably waives, to the fullest extent
possible, any right that it may have or hereinafter acquire to bring suit, action, or proceeding arising
out of or related to this agreement in any legal forum of the United States of America other than in
Federal or State Court sitting in Boston, Massachusetts. Additionally, the client irrevocably agrees that
any suit, action or proceeding commenced by the client against the tour operator will be brought in
the Federal or State Courts sitting in Boston, Massachusetts.
CURRENCY FLUCTUATION: All land rates and tariffs in this brochure are subject to change as a result
of the fluctuation of the US dollar vis-à-vis the respective foreign currency.
TRIPLE ROOMS: Most hotels offer triple accommodations, however, they usually consist of a twinbedded room with the addition of a folding and/or roll-away bed. Triple rooms may not be suited for
three adults.
PARTICIPANTS REQUIRING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE: Donna Franca Tours cannot provide and/ or offer
any special individual assistance to tour participants such as, and not limited to, walking, getting on
and off motor coaches or any other means of transport such as ferries, hydrofoils, motor launches
or similar and any other personal assistance. For any participant requiring special assistance,
travelers must be accompanied by a responsible companion. We can however make the necessary
arrangements for special dietary requests such as vegetarian. celiac or diabetic meals and for rooms
with handicap facilities, where available.
SMOKING: Smoking is not allowed on the motor coach or during any transfer and/or excursion with a
private car and driver. Smoking in public places such as airports and other venues may be restricted
based on destination.
BAGGAGE: On all vacation packages which include car, van, motor coach, or motor boat transfers.,
baggage is limited to one suitcase per person, along with one piece of carry-on luggage not to exceed
39 inches in total dimensions. Additional luggage can be accepted subject to space availability and if
advised to our US reservation office and in advance., and at a supplementary charge.
NOT INCLUDED: Rates do not include items of a personal nature such as wine, liquor beverages, valet
service, optional tours and gratuities to tour directors, local guides, local porters, and drivers. Rates
do not include air departure taxes, security fees, custom fees and supplementary fuel surcharges in
the event traveler has purchased air transportation through Donna Franca Tours. Furthermore, please
note that the use of the word ‘optional’ in any itinerary denotes that said feature is not included in the
package price. It is, however, available at a supplementary cost.
BROCHURE PRINTING DISCLAIMER: Donna Franca Tours is not responsible for typographical or
printing errors.
RESPONSIBILITY: Donna Franca Tours and its employees, subsidiaries, all successors, agents and
assignees do not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your
trip including, for example, lodging facilities, airline, vessel, motor coach, or other transportation
companies, local guides or guide service, local ground operators, suppliers and/or organizers of
any optional excursion, food service providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent
contractors; therefore, Donna Franca Tours is not liable for any negligent or willful act of failure
to act of any such person or entity or of any third party. Travelers are also subject to the Terms
and Conditions as set forth by their respective airline, rail, and/or cruise line ticket. Car rentals
and any program featuring a car rental are subject to the Terms and Conditions as imposed by the
respective car rental agency and/or terms as set forth in the country of rental. In addition and without
limitation Donna Franca Tours cannot be held responsible for any injury, loss, death, inconvenience,
delay, or damage to person or property in conjunction with our providing any goods or services
whether resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war
or civil unrest, political insurrection or revolt, strikes or other labor disputes, criminal or terrorist
activities of any type, injuries from animals, overbooking or downgrading of hotel accommodations,
mechanical or any other failure of aircraft, or any other means of transportation, or for any failure
of any transportation mechanism to arrive and/or depart on time. Furthermore, Donna Franca Tours
reserves the right to change and/or modify the itinerary at any time and for any reason with or without
notice and/or to substitute hotels of a similar standard for those indicated in the brochure. Donna
Franca Tours shall not be liable for any such changes and/or modifications.
TOUR PROTECTION PLAN: We strongly recommend our clients purchase our Custom Designed Tour
Protection Plans provided by Allianz Global Assistance. For further details please refer to our website
www.donnafranca.com or call us at 617-375-9400.
VALIDITY: November 01, 2015 – December 31, 2016
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REFUNDS: No refunds are allowed for any unused portions of any escorted tour. No refunds will be
made in the event of ‘no show’, therefore, we strongly recommend that participants purchase travel
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