Rome & the Amalfi Coast
Presented by Shillelaghs - The Travel Club

Day 1: Thursday, September 23, 2010
Overnight Flight
Your adventure begins with an overnight flight to Italy. Journey through southern Italy and experience its rich scenery, art, culture, food and wine! Witness the breathtaking scenery of the Amalfi Coast, discover the ruins of Pompeii, explore the most well preserved Greek temples outside of Greece while in Paestum, and visit the stunning hilltop village of Ravello.

Day 2: Friday, September 24, 2010
Arrive Rome, Italy
Your tour begins in Rome. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner featuring local delicacies and wines.
Today Dinner is included.

Day 3: Saturday, September 25, 2010
Rome
This morning you may wish to participate in an optional tour to the magnificent treasures of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. Later, enjoy a panoramic tour of Classical Rome featuring the Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, the Circus Maximus, the Colosseum, and the Arch of Constantine. Contemporary Rome is highlighted through the legendary Trevi Fountain.
Today Breakfast is included.

Day 4: Sunday, September 26, 2010
Rome - Ravello - Vietri-sul-Mare
LANGUAGE DISCOVERY: Today, your Tour Manager will help you discover the origin and history of the language(s) you will experience on your tour along with key words and phrases that will help you communicate while in Italy! Depart Rome and journey south to the Amalfi Coast. In the picturesque village of Ravello you will visit the magnificent gardens of the Villa Rufolo with its spectacular panorama. Your day ends in the beautiful town of Vietri-sul-Mare, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.

Day 5: Monday, September 27, 2010
Vietri-sul-Mare - Sorrento - Vietri-sul-Mare
Begin your day exploring the popular seaside resort town of Sorrento. Here you’ll visit a local factory and watch a demonstration of the art of inlaid wood making. This afternoon, take some time to explore this charming town on your own.
Today Breakfast is included.

Day 6: Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Vietri-sul-Mare - Paestum - Vietri-sul-Mare
After breakfast, learn about one of Italy’s most famous products during a tour of a local buffalo milk mozzarella factory. Your day will continue with a visit to Paestum where a local guide will escort you through some of the best preserved Greek temples outside of Greece. End your day with dinner at a popular local restaurant.
Today Breakfast and Dinner are included.

Day 7: Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Vietri-sul-Mare - Capri - Vietri-sul-Mare
Delight in a boat trip (weather permitting) to the wonderful Mediterranean island of Capri. A local guide provides an interesting tour of this paradise island. Later, enjoy free time to explore the town of Capri, shop its elegant designer shops, or sip a coffee in the Piazza and watch the world go by.
Today Breakfast is included.

Day 8: Thursday, September 30, 2010
Vietri-sul-Mare - Pompeii - Vietri-sul-Mare
Experience the excavated ruins of Pompeii at the foothills of Mount Vesuvius. Soak in the history of the preserved original buildings of a typical Roman town 2,000 years ago. A local guide will provide an in-depth view of this remarkable archeological sight. Next you will return to Vietri-sul-Mare where you will enjoy free time to explore the town square, ceramic shops and cafes.
Today Breakfast is included.

Day 9: Friday, October 01, 2010
Vietri-sul-Mare - Naples - Winery - Rome
Bid farewell to the Amalfi Coast this morning and proceed to colorful and vibrant Naples. Enjoy a visit to the fascinating National Archeological Museum, one of the finest in the world. Before departing for Rome, stop at a local winery at the foot of Mt. Vesuvius to savor the famous Lacryma Christo wines and enjoy a typical Neapolitan lunch. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a marvelous trip to Italy.
Today Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner are included.

Day 10: Saturday, October 02, 2010
Rome - Tour Ends
Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation.
Today Breakfast is included.

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September 23 - October 2, 2010

Highlights...
Whisper headsets • Rome • Regional Wines with Dinner • Ravello • Villa Rufolo • Vietri-sul-Mare • Sorrento • Amalfi Coast • Paestum • Island of Capri • Pompeii • Naples • Archeological Museum • Winery •

10 Days • 13 Meals:
8 Breakfasts • 1 Lunches • 4 Dinners

Per Person Rates*:
Double $3449
Single $3899
Triple $3419

*Included in Price: Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges of $140 (subject to increase until paid in full), Hotel Transfers, Round Trip Air from Washington Dulles Intl.
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 *Not Included in Price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $200 per person.

YOUR ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
DAY 1
  Overnight Flight
DAY 2 - 3
  Mediterraneo Hotel, Rome
DAY 4 - 8
  Lloyds Baia Hotel, Amalfi Coast
DAY 9
  Crowne Plaza St. Peter's, Rome
  or Melia Roma Aurelia Antica, Rome

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
Experience It!
Myths & Legends

Approximately fifty-five miles south of Naples, Italy, lies the ancient city of Paestum. Legends tell of the city's founding by Jason and the Argonauts, but archaeologists, uncomfortable with the stuff of legends, attribute Paestum's birth to seventh-century Greek colonists. With the fall of the Roman Empire, Paestum fell into decline and was deserted for many centuries. Rediscovered only in 1752 by an Italian road-building crew working in the area, Paestum is the finest preserved Greek temple complex in the Mediterranean world. The two primary temples, the 550 BC Basilica and the 450 BC Temple of Neptune, are archeological wonders that will leave an impression on you long after your return home. The Temple of Neptune in all its classic Doric beauty has thick marble columns that are still strong and upright. It is the oldest and best preserved of the Greek temples in Italy, and it still inspires hope in those who visit its open-air shrine. A third temple on the site was dedicated to Athena, the goddess of wisdom, spiritual consciousness, and the arts.

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For more information call
Carolyn McKenna
Shillelaghs - The Travel Club
(703) 242-2204

Please Note:
• Passport is required.
• Please note that most shops and businesses in Italy are closed on Sundays and on National/Religious holidays.
• To complete your vacation, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.
• The museums in Pompeii, Paestum and Naples are closed on Mondays. Vatican Museums are closed on Sundays and holidays that fall on Saturday. Days of features are interchangeable. Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis. Boat trip to Isle of Capri is weather permitting. If weather conditions prohibit the trip, an additional day of sightseeing on the Amalfi Coast will be substituted.
• This tour includes moderate physical activity. Walking tours, as well as walking slightly longer distances, up stairs or on uneven walking surfaces should be expected. Some of the most unique sightseeing can mean accessing locations that restrict motorcoaches, especially in historic areas. For your comfort, we recommend bringing walking shoes. If you require a walker or wheelchair, or have difficulty walking, you may not be able to access some of these areas and may want to consider an alternate Collette vacation. Our travel counselors can provide additional information or assistance to help you determine the perfect trip for you.