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www.centralholidays.comDAY 1
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NAPLES
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AIRPORT OR RAILWAYS STATION
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MINORI
Upon
arrival, you will be met by our local representative and transferred to
your hotel in Minori, an attractive and uncrowded seaside town at the
center of a wide cove on the Amalfi Coast. A resort-like retreat among
aristocratic Romans who came for the sunshine and dramatic scenery,
Minori retains its identity as a laid-back fishing village. The rest of the
day is at leisure. Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (D)
DAY 2
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MINORI
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Minori. Dubbed
“the town of good taste” for its gastronomic delights, Minori is known
for its terraced gardens that stagger up the rugged hillsides filled with
citrus trees. The lemons are used to make some of the tasty pastries
sold in shops throughout the Amalfi Coast, but also in the production
of limoncello, the area's famous liqueur. After a tasting of limoncello in
a local factory, you will continue your tour with a visit of local artisans
shops producing ceramics and other typical products of the area. Time
to rest before taking part in a cooking class held by the hotel chef,
followed by dinner. (B,D)
DAY 3
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MINORI
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AMALFI
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RAVELLO
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MINORI
Today, depart for a full
day excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage towns of Amalfi and
Ravello. Amalfi was once a powerful town, and the first Sea Republic
in Italy. Part of the town was destroyed by a tsunami in the 14th
century. Walk through the town and see examples of Moorish
influenced medieval architecture, such as Saint Andrew’s Cathedral
(Duomo) and the Cloister of Paradise. Amalfi is also known as a maker
of a hand-made thick paper called “bambagina” popular with artists.
Continue to the nearby charming town of Ravello, which was founded
in the 5th century as shelter against the barbarian invasions. By the
9th century, the town was an important trading power. Later in the
afternoon, return to Minori. Dinner at the hotel. (B,D)
DAY 4
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MINORI
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POMPEII
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SORRENTO
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POSITANO
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MINORI
A full day
filled with captivating sights. Drive to Pompeii, a prosperous Roman
town buried under a thick layer of ash 2,000 years ago. A guided walk
through the remarkably preserved ruins of temples, houses, gardens
and public buildings will be a fascinating and moving experience.
Continue to Sorrento for a pizza lunch in a local restaurant before your
walking tour of this lovely resort town. On our way to Minori we will stop
for a view of Positano, a town of fishermen's white houses clustered
around the glazed tiled dome of its church and overlooking the
turquoise Mediterranean water. Dinner at the hotel. (B,L,D)
DAY 5
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MINORI
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CAPRI
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MINORI
This morning, weather permitting, a
jetfoil will whisk you across the blue Bay of Naples to the fabled Isle of
Capri. Ascend by funicular to the “Piazzetta”, the town center and
where extravagance is the non-noticed norm. The magic of the island
is everywhere. Walk by spotless narrow streets. Gaze at boutique
displays. Sit at an open air cafe for lunch on your own, before returning
to the pier by funicular and boarding the jetfoil back to the mainland.
Dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D)
DAY 6
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MINORI
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SALERNO
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PAESTUM
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MINORI
Today’s excursion
will be to the lively port town of Salerno. During medieval times the
town’s medical school was among the most advanced. In recent
history, Salerno was the site of the Allied landing in September 1942.
Continue to Paestum, one of the best collections of Greek temples in
Western Europe, and see the 2000 year old Doric Temples. Next, visit
a “Mozzarella di Bufala” factory to learn about the mozzarella
making process, and to sample some of it. Return to Minori. Farewell
dinner and overnight at the hotel. (B,D)
DAY 7
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MINORI
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NAPLES RAILWAY STATION OR AIRPORT TO USA
(OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Morning transfer to Naples airport or
railway station. (B)
(B) Breakfast - (L) Lunch - (D) Dinner
PREFERRED HOTELS
(or similar)
City Nts. Hotels Cat.
Minori 6 Villa Romana First class
PRICED FROM
First class hotels: $1,819
Price is per person, based on double occupancy.
Mozzarella di Bufala
Village of Minori
INCLUDED FEATURES
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First class hotel for 6 nights
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13 included meals consisting of:
- 6 buffet breakfasts
- 1 pizza lunch at local restaurant
- 6 dinners at hotel
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Wine and mineral water during pizza lunch
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Assistance of a professional local representative
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Sightseeing, including local guide and all entrance fees as follows:
- Tour of Minori
- Visit of a limoncello factory with tasting
- Cooking class in Minori
- Tour of Amalfi and Ravello
- Tour of Pompeii, Positano and Sorrento, including entrance
fees for Pompeii
- Tour of Capri and Anacapri
- Tour of Salerno and Paestum, including entrance fees for
Paestum
- Visit of a “Mozzarella di Bufala” factory with tasting
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Round trip transfers from Naples airport or railway station to hotel
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Baggage handling
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Document holder and luggage tags
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Hotel taxes and service charges