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RIVIERA & CINQUE TERRE

Scheduled and private tours: Portofino, Santa Margherita Ligure, Camogli, Rapallo, Levanto, La Spezia, Monterosso, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza.

PERSONALISED TOURS
TREKKING IN THE CINQUE TERRE
4 days/3 nights
Cost from: $660 pp twin share
day 1: Monterosso
Own arrangements to your hotel in Monterosso, remainder of the day is at leisure
day 2: Cinque Terre Trek
B
Depart with your tour guide for a full day trekking tour of the Cinque Terre. You will visit the tiny villages and admire breathtaking scenery.
day 3 Monterosso
B
Full day at leisure to complete sightseeing your preferred area or take an optional guided excursion.
day 4:Monterosso
B
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast
NB: Ensure that you are wearing very comfortable shoes, the paths wind up and downhill. The trek can vary according to climatic conditions.
Inclusions: 3 nights in twin share at quality a 3* hotel, breakfast daily, guided full day tour, entries, boat trips, regional train tickets, national park fees, local taxes and service charges. Minimum 2 participants.
COOK & TREK IN THE RIVIERA
4 days/3 nights
Depart: 16 Mar. 13, 20 Apr. 11, 25 May. 8 Jun. 14,
21 Sep. 5 Oct 2009
Cost from: $865 pp twin share
day 1:Levanto - Cinque Terre
Own arrangements to your hotel in Levanto.
day 2:The Cinque Terre and the Gulf of the Poets
B
Meet your tour guide at the hotel for full day excursion to explore the Cinque Terre. Enjoy the seaside panorama of the Cinque Terre as you travel south by boat. Visit Riomaggiore, Vernazza, then to
Manarola. Trek along the Via dell¡¯Amore. Return to Levanto by train.
day 3 Cooking Course
B
Morning at leisure. *Afternoon transfer to a country house set among vineyards, olive groves and the views. Its hands on as you learn and prepare Ligurian cuisine, such as Pansoti with walnut sauce! An unforgettable afternoon and with your classmates you will have a very delicious dinner accompanied by a good wine.
*Your cooking course can be taken in the morning followed by lunch.
day 4 Cinque Terre
B
Your Cinque Terre experience comes to an end after breakfast
Inclusions: 3 nights in twin share at a classic Villa surrounded by terraced gardens in Levanto, buffet breakfast daily, full day guided excursion, cooking course, return transfer to your class, dinner with
wine tasting, a 3 days Cinque Terre Pass for the regional trains, entrance fee to the museums, National Park fees and bus service in the National Park, local taxes and service charges.
HIKING IN THE CINQUE TERRE
4 days/3 nights
Cost from: $878 pp twin share
day 1: Manarola
Own arrangements to your apartment in Manarola.
day 2: Portovenere/full day Hiking Tour
B
With your tour guide walk to Riomaggiore, go up to the Church of Montenero, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views. Through terraced vineyards, quaint ancient villages, chestnut groves, all
with beautiful views, stop for a wanderer¡¯s lunch based on bread, cheese and wine at a tiny bar in the woods. Descent to Portovenere and explore this medieval village. Profile on the walk: Paths are
often narrow and require walking stability, duration 5-6hrs walk some steep downhill/uphill tracks. Bring: drinking water, sunscreen, wind jacket, hat, comfortable shoes.
day 3 Wine Tasting in the Cinque Terre
Morning at leisure. Afternoon walk to a renowned vineyard for wine tasting: meet your sommelier who will guide you through 4 quality wines, plus 3 olive oil tasting accompanied by snacks. Briefing on
the local winemaking, the maintenance of the vineyards and the local cuisine. After the tasting you can walk to the nearby village of Groppo (30min) or use your Cinque Terre Card and travel by bus.
day 4Manarola
Your Cinque Terre experience comes to an end
Inclusions: 3 nights sharing an apartment for two, w/machine, d/ washer, bathroom (shower), a/c, sat TV, iPod-dock and terrace, full day guided excursion, wine and olive oil tasting with snacks, the Cinque Terre Card valid for 3 days: unlimited use of regional trains, entrance fee to the museums, National Park fees and bus service in the National Park, local taxes and service charges.
Not included: Boat trip Portovenere/Manarola, or bus Portovenere-La Spezia, to be paid directly. Boat trips are pertinent to weather conditions.
SAIL THE GULF OF THE POETS & CINQUE TERRE
4 days/3 nights
Cost from:$733 pp twin share
day 1 La Spezia
Own arrangements to your hotel in Lerici. Remainder of the day is at leisure.
day 2 the Cinque Terre & the Palmaria Islands
BL
After breakfast you will be transferred to the pier and board your motor sailer to explore the Cinque Terre from a seaside aspect.Enjoy mid morning and afternoon refreshments and a delicious lunch on board. Explore the charming hilltop of the Cinque Terre and view the beautiful Gulf of the Poets with its Islets.
day 3 Lerici
B
Full day at leisure to explore the surroundings of your choice.
day 4 Lerici
B
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast.
NB: kindly be informed that boat trips are subject to climatic conditions and therefore the itinerary can vary accordingly
Inclusions: accommodation in twin share at a quality 4 star hotel, breakfast daily, local taxes, full day boat trip in the Gulf of the Poets and Cinque Terre, return private transfers from La Spezia Rail Station, mid morning and afternoon refreshments on board, lunch and welcome dinner.
TREKKING THE PALMARIA ISLENDS
4 days/3 nights
Cost from: $690 pp twin share
day 1: Monterosso
Own arrangements to your hotel in Monterosso, remainder of the day is at leisure.
day 2: Portovenere & the Islands of Palmaria
B
Full day excursion. From Monterosso you will travel by train to La Spezia, from La Spezia you will travel by boat to the Island of Palmaria, and then by boat from the island to Portovenere where you will return to Monterosso by boat.
day 3 Monterosso
B
Full day at leisure to complete your sightseeing of your preferred the area or take an optional guided excursion.
day 4 Monterosso
B
Your tour comes to an end after breakfast
NB: Ensure that you are wearing comfortable shoes, the paths wind up and downhill. The trek can vary according to climatic conditions. Inclusions: 3 nights in twin share at a quality 3* hotel, breakfast
daily, guided tours as per programme, entries, boat trips, regional train tickets, national park fees, local taxes and service charges. Minimum 2 participants.
PANORAMA OF THE CINQUE TERRE
4 days/3 nights
Cost from: $720pp twin share
day 1: La Spezia - Cinque Terre
Own arrangements to your hotel in La Spezia or Cinque Terre.
day 2: The best of the Cinque Terre & the Gulf of the Poets
B
Meet your tour guide in the lobby of the hotel and depart for full day guided excursion to explore the Cinque Terre. Commence by train to Vernazza, then to Manarola. Trek along the Via dell¡¯Amore to Riomaggiore (1.2km), followed by wine tasting and a boat trip to Portovenere. Return by boat to Monterosso.
day 3 Cinque Terre
B
Full day at leisure to explore the surroundings of your choice.
day 4 Cinque Terre
B
Your Cinque Terre experience comes to an end after breakfast.
Inclusions: 3 nights at a quality 3* hotel in Cinque Terre, buffet breakfast daily, full day guided xcursion, including regional train tickets, national park fees, wine tasting, local taxes and service charges. Minimum 2 participants.
THE BEST OF THE TIGULLIO AND CINQUE TERRE
7 days/6 nights
Cost from: $1810 pp in twin share
day 1 Rapallo
Own arrangements to your hotel in Rapallo positioned near the promenade.
day 2 Rapallo/Panoramic of the Gulf of Tigullio
B
Meet in the hotel lobby with your tour guide, for a full day guided tour of the Tigullio region. Boat trip to Portofino and San Fruttuoso, including a visit to the Benedictine Abbey. Visit the quaint town of Camogli, before returning by train to Rapallo.
day 3 Tigullio & Sestri Levante
B
Meet your tour guide at the nearby Rail Station for a half day guided excursion to the seaside resort town of Sestri Levante. Afternoon at leisure
day 4 Rapallo/Monterosso
B
Morning at leisure after breakfast meet with your driver and transfer to your hotel in Monterosso al Mare. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure in Monterosso
day 5 Monterosso & the Cinque Terre
B
Meet your tour guide in the lobby of the hotel and depart for full day excursion to explore the Cinque Terre. Commence by train to Vernazza and then on to Manarola. Trek along the Via dell'Amore to Riomaggiore (1.2km), followed by a boat trip to Portovenere. Return by boat to Monterosso.
day 6 Monterosso/Corniglia
B
After breakfast meet your tour guide at the entrance of Monterosso Rail Station depart for a visit to the tiny town of Corniglia perched on top of the hills. After the visit return to Monterosso. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure.
day 7 Monterosso
B
Your Riviera and Cinque Terre experience will come to an end after breakfast.
NB: boat trips are subject to climatic conditions, the itinerary may vary accordingly
Inclusions: accommodation for 6 nights at quality 3 star hotels, breakfast daily, guided tours as per programme, entries, boat trips, regional train tickets, private transfer Rapallo/Monterosso, national park fees, local taxes and service charges
GENOVA TO THE CINQUE TERRE
8 days/7 nights
Cost from: $2270pp twin share
day 1: Genova
Own arrangements to your hotel in Genova. Remainder of the day is at leisure.
day 2: Genova
B
Meet in the hotel lobby with your tour guide, for a half day guided tour of the historical centre of Genova, visits include: St Laurence Cathedral, the Ducal Palace, Piazza San Matteo, the Chiesa di Gesu, Via Garibaldi and Piazze de Ferrari.
day 3 Genova/Santa Margherita Ligure
B
After breakfast you will be transferred to your hotel in Santa Margherita Ligure.
day 4 Santa Margherita Ligure/Panoramic of the Gulf of Tigullio
B
Meet in the hotel lobby with your tour guide, for a full day guided tour of the Tigullio region. Boat trip to Portofino and San Fruttuoso, including a visit to the Benedictine Abbey. Visit the quaint town of Camogli, before returning by train to Santa Margherita Ligure.
day 5 Santa Margherita Ligure/Monterosso
B
Morning at leisure after breakfast meet with your driver and transfer to your hotel in Monterosso al Mare. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure in Monterosso.
day 6 Monterosso & the Cinque Terre
B
Meet your tour guide in the lobby of the hotel and depart for full day excursion to explore the Cinque Terre. Commence by train to Vernazza and then on to Manarola. Trek along the Via dell¡¯Amore to Riomaggiore (1.2km), followed by wine tasting and a boat trip to Portovenere. Return by boat to Monterosso.
day 7 Monterosso/Corniglia
B
After breakfast meet your tour guide at the entrance of Monterosso Rail Station depart for a visit to the tiny town of Corniglia perched on top of the hills. After the visit return to Monterosso. Remainder of the afternoon at leisure.
day 8 Monterosso
B
Your Riviera and Cinque Terre experience will come to an end after breakfast.
Inclusions: Boat trips are subject to climatic conditions, the itinerary may vary accordingly.
Inclusions: Accommodation for 7 nights at quality 3/4 star hotels, breakfast daily, guided tours as per programme, entries, boat trips, regional train tickets, private transfer Santa Margherita Ligure/Monterosso, national park fees, wine tasting, local taxes and service charges. Minimum 2 participants.




HOTELS & APARTMENTS

LA SPEZIA
MY HOTELS
****
La Spezia, Via XX Settembre 81: in the centre of this charming city, an ideal base to discover the Cinque Terre and the Gulf of the Poets. Elegant d?cor in the rooms and the public areas. Great restaurant. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
jnr suite
suite
triple
dbl/sgl use
01.01.09-31.03.09
01.11.09-31.12.09
103
141
168
90
172
01.04.09-30.04.09
01.06.09-30.06.09
01.09.09-31.10.09
124
152
173
104
205
01.05.09-31.05.09
01.07.09-31.08.09
135
163
184
112
238
Specials: child 0-6 years, free with 2 adults sharing


CINQUE TERRE
HOTEL MARINA PICCOLA
***
Manarola, Via Birolli 120: quaint, family run hotel in a great seafront location. The rooms are spacious and nicely appointed. Guests are assured of a warm welcome and great service. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
single
01.01.09-30.12.09
120
115
186


HOTEL PUNTA MESCO
***
Monterosso, Via Molinelli 35: at 300m from the station and a stroll to the beach. Simple fresh d?cor in the rooms, pleasant public areas and a quality restaurant. Parking available. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
single
09.02.09-03.04.09
19.10.09-02.11.09
98
92
151
03.04.09-19.10.09
137
124
196
27.12.09-06.01.10
109
103
179
NB: Some twin rooms have a balcony. The hotel is closed between 03.11 and 26.12.


ALBERGO MARINA
***
Monterosso, Via Buranco 40: in a quiet area, 100m from the sea, a homely and relaxing atmosphere prevails throughout the property. Comfortable and attractive d?cor in the rooms and public areas. Buffet breakfast.
Specials: complimentary snorkelling equipment, beach towels, canoes and mountain bikes.
Season
twin
triple
quad
single
01.03.09-30.11.09
129
105
90
218
Specials: complimentary snorkelling equipment, beach towels, canoes and mountain bikes.


ALBERGO CINQUE TERRE
***
Monterosso, Via 4 Novembre: a short stroll to the town centre and 50m from the beach. Surrounded by a charming garden, spacious lounges, and very comfortable rooms. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
quad
single
04.04.09-10.04.09
13.04.09-24.04.09
26.04.09-30.04.09
113
87
79
157
10.04.09-13.04.09
08.08.09-23.08.09
131
111
96
192
24.04.09-26.04.09
01.05.09-08.08.09
23.08.09-18.10.09
122
105
87

175

NB: supplements apply for stays shorter than 3 nights.
Specials: Complimentary parking. Also canoe, mountain bike and snorkeling equipment hire


ALBERGO DEGLI AMICI
***
Monterosso,Via Buranco 36: in the town centre, with an attractive garden and great views. Efficient and happy staff members and warm atmosphere. Buffet breakfast
Season
Bed and Breakfast
Half Board
twin
triple
single
twin
triple
single
14.02.09-31.03.09
123
117
153
136
129
166
01.04.09-30.04.09
11.10.09-03.11.09
131
125
161
144
137
174
03.05.09-28.05.09
02.06.09-30.06.09
20.09.09-10.10.09
136
129
166
149
141
179
01.07.09-31.08.09*
155
148
185
168
160
198
01.09.09-19.09.09
149
141
179
162
154
192
*rates for periods:09.04-13.04, 24.04-25.04, 30.04-02.05 and 29.05-01.06 as per 01.07-31.08
NB: Minimum 3 nights (supplements apply for shorter stays). Single rooms share the facilities.
Specials: child 0-3 years 50% discount - child 3-10 years 30% discount with two adults sharing


VILLA ARGENTINA
**
Riomaggiore, Via de Gasperi 37: typical construction against the rock ledge and terraced vineyards. Quaint hotel which is open all year round, most of the rooms with sea views. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
quad
single
01.01.09-30.12.09
128
88
71
195
NB: apartments available on request


HOTEL MARGHERITA
***
Monterosso, Via Roma 72: Recently restored, this hotel is situated in the heart of the historic centre, 200 m from the sea. Rooms are bright and modern, equipped with all comforts and very helpful staff. Buffet breakfast.
Specials: complimentary snorkelling equipment, beach towels, canoes and mountain bikes.
Season
twin
jnr suite
triple
quad
single
01.04.09-16.10.09
164
196
131
120
196
16.10.09-31.12.09
142
164
109
110
153
NB: Quad rooms are Junior Suites. Triple rooms are on ground floor. Double for single use and triple rooms in Junior Suites available on request.


HOTEL LA COLONNINA
***
Monterosso, Via Zuecca 6: situated in the historical centre, a stroll to the beach. The hotel is family run with comfortable, attractive rooms, shaded garden and terraces. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
twin balc
triple
quad
single
01.04.09-08.04.09
14.04.09-23.04.09
27.04.09-29.04.09
139
155
128
120
225
04.05.09-30.06.09
150
166
135
126
240
09.04.09-13.04.09
24.04.09-26.04.09
30.04.09-03.05.09
01.07.09-30.09.09
160
177
142
131
251
NB: minimum stay 3 nights. nights otherwise supplements apply.


HOTEL PALME
***
Monterosso, Via 4 Novembre 18: In the new area, a quiet location near the waterfront, only a short stroll to
shops, restaurants and the station. Fresh comfortable rooms with all modern amenities. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
quad
single
04.04.09-09.04.09
14.04.09-23.04.09
27.04.09-30.04.09
01.08.09-09.08.09
01.10.09-25.10.09
137
124
108
196
10.04.09-13.04.09
24.04.09-26.04.09
01.05.09-31.07.09
10.08.09-31.08.09
24.09.09-26.09.09
157
137
123
236
.


HOTEL PASQUALE
***
Monterosso, Via Fegina 4: a boutique hotel beautifully positioned in the old part of town by the sea. Recently refurbished, all rooms have wonderful views of the coast, (no elevator). Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
quad
15.03.09-15.11.09
167
135
113


HOTEL PORTO ROCA
****
Monterosso, Via Corone 1: dramatically positioned on a rock ledge overlooking the bay, surrounded by splendid terraces and gardens. Rooms are fitted with the latest modern facilities, welcoming with efficient service. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
twin s/view
triple
triple s/view
01.03.09-31.05.09
01.10.09-31.10.09
231
270
202
229
01.06.09-30.09.09
250
290
216
242
NB: Supplements apply for stays shorter than 3 nights. High season rates apply during Easter period.


HOTEL VILLA MARGHERITA BY THE SEA
***
Levanto, Via Trento e Trieste 31: a large liberty style villa, completely restored in 2006. Each room is unique and decorated with old world antiques and modern amenities. Buffet breakfast.
Season
std/twin
superior/dbl
suite
04.01.09-02.04.09
02.11.09-23.12.09
79
93
120
02.04.09-09.04.09
04.10.09-01.11.09
97
116
139
09.04.09-03.10.09
23.12.09-04.01.09
122
139
171
NB: Triple rooms and apartments for 2-6 persons available on request. All suites have a private garden but no a/c.


PORTOFINO AREA
HOTEL STELLA
***
Rapallo, Via Aurelia Ponente 6: in the town centre, close to the beautiful promenade. Simple d?cor and all modern amenities in the rooms. Friendly efficient service. Continental breakfast.
Special: child 0-4 years, free with two adults sharing. Complimentary internet connection, and flowers and sparkling wine for honeymooners.

Season
twin
triple
quad
single
20.02.09-09.04.09
01.10.09-28.12.09
87
71
60
120
10.04.09-30.09.09
28.12.09-06.01.10
107
87
76
153
Special: child 0-4 years, free with two adults sharing. Complimentary internet connection, and flowers and sparkling wine for honeymooners.


HOTEL RIVIERA
***
Rapallo, Via Aurelia Ponente 6: in the town centre, close to the beautiful promenade. Simple d?cor and all modern amenities in the rooms. Friendly efficient service. Continental breakfast.
Special: child 0-4 years, free with two adults sharing. Complimentary internet connection, and flowers and sparkling wine for honeymooners.

Season
twin
twin/sea view
jnr suite
07.01.09-20.03.09
12.10.09-18.12.09
91
123
138
21.03.09-12.06.09
27.09.09-01.10.09
125
137
156
13.06.09-26.09.09
137
158
181
NB: High season rates are applicable during weekends Apr- Sep, Easter, Christmas and fairs.


LIDO PALACE HOTEL
****
Santa Margherita, Via A. Doria 3: beautiful seafront position a short stroll to the pier. The attractive liberty architecture is complimented by modern, essential refurbishments, also, Turkish bath, well equipped fitness and beauty centre. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
jnr/suite
jnr/dlx
jnr
privilege
suite
triple
single
01.02.09-06.03.09
08.10.09-10.12.09
115
129
137
147
180
100
199
27.03.09-13.04.09*
14.04.09-02.05.09*
12.10.09-17.10.09
128
159
188
196
249
115
233
03.05.09-25.06.09
30.08.09-01.10.09
164
192
265
274
344
139
286
10.04.09-13.04.09
24.04.09-02.05.09
26.06.09-29.08.09
02.10.09-11.10.09
180
203
274
298
384
153
321
NB: *high rates apply also for period: 10/13.04 and 24.04/02.05. Quad rooms on request


HOTEL LAURIN
****
Santa Margherita, Lungomare Marconi 3: on the yacht quay with splendid views. Spacious comfortable rooms in classic decor, all with sea view, most with terraces. Serviced beach at 800m. Continental buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
twin sup
triple
quad
single
02.01.09-06.02.09
07.02.09-09.04.09
11.10.09-30.12.09
115
155
104
93
125
13.04.09-30.04.09
129
174
116
104
180
03.05.09-14.05.09
170
215
143
134
242
10.04.09-12.04.09
01.05.09-02.05.09
15.05.09-10.10.09
30.12.09-01.01.10
190
255
170
149
268
NB: Also two bedroom apartments available for min. 7nts stay.


HOTEL METROPOLE
****
Santa Margherita Via Pagana 2: at 150m from the train station and the city centre.
Efficient courteous service. Private beach with restaurant. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
triple
single
06.01.09-09.04.09
01.11.09-03.12.09
08.12.09-23.12.09
116
104
141
10.04.09-13.04.09
12.06.09-12.09.09
02.10.09-10.10.09
213
191
239
14.04.09-29.04.09
11.10.09-31.10.09
04.12.09-07.12.09
166
147
184
30.04.09-11.06.09
13.09.09-01.10.09
24.12.09-05.01.10
186
168
218
Specials: Child 2-6 years 50% reduction with two adults sharing.


GRAND HOTEL MIRAMARE
****
Santa Margherita, Via Milite Ignoto 30: set in stately 1903 palace; modern guest comforts; gardens and terrace, overlooking the Gulf in the heart of the Riviera. An exclusive holiday destination for over a century. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
twin s/view
jnr suite
triple
single
19.03.09-08.04.09
13.04.09-29.04.09
11.10.09-23.12.09
203
227
326
175
279
30.04.09-18.06.09
06.09.09-01.10.09
24.12.09-05.01.10
265
290
445
230
345
09.04.09-12.04.09
19.06.09-05.09.09
02.10.09-10.10.09
336
371
561
285
419
Specials: Children 0-5 free sharing with two adults. Min stay 3 nights


IMPERIAL PALACE
*****S
Santa Margherita, Via Pagana 19: splendour and charm of the highest traditions, originally the 19C Royal summer residence. Set among lush parkland dominating the Gulf. Private beach with bar, 2 restaurants, heated seawater pool and solarium. Buffet breakfast.
Season
twin
twin s/view
jnr suite
triple
single s/view
09.04.09-18.06.09
30.08.09-30.09.09
11.10.09-17.10.09
287
352
510
238
491
19.06.09-29.08.09
01.10.09-10.10.08
312
388
547
254
519
Notes: Imperial Suite and quadruple rooms on request