Vendemmia
September 16 - 24
Program Offered:
The Art of Wine Making,
History, Culture & Southern Mediterranean Cuisine
Includes:
* Roundtrip airfare and    transfers
* Guided sightseeing including    hotel stays
* Daily breakfast and dinner at    hotel
* All program excursions
* Entrance fees
EARLY BIRD
Book by:
July 1, 2009
at a cost of
$1899.00 ppd

Regular Cost
$1949.00 ppd

For further info
contact
Joe Gareri
at
416.742.6021
Vendemmia in Calabria
Fifth Annual
VENDEMMIA IN CALABRIA
Presented by
CALABRIA INTERNATIONAL TOURS

"NEW FOR 2009": Taormina, Sicily
Explore: Historical cities of Crotone, Vibo, Cosenza, Tropea, Taormina and quaint villages.
Marvel: Magnificent and tranquil views of the Tyrrhenian and Ionian coasts and the Apennines.
Witness: The millennium art of wine-making; the grape harvest; the local arts and crafts.
Enjoy: Authentic southern Mediterranean cuisine and wines with local cultural entertainment.
Relax: On the beach; at the pool; at the boardwalk; on the piazzas.
Rejuvenate: Your body and spirit in the warmth of Calabrian hospitality.
Experience the culture and history of our classical civilization as you relax in the tranquil paradise of the Tyrrhenian and Ionian coast. Then savour the exquisite Mediterranean cuisine and participate in the Art of Wine making while rejuvenatingyour body and soul.

•  Departure from Pearson Airport to Lamezia Terme
•  Arrival in Calabria - Welcome Cocktail; Acculturalization
•  Guided tour of local vineyards accompanied by local producers; participating in harvesting of the
   grapes; while savouring the taste;
•  Visit local wineries; observe the art of wine-making; wine tasting; tasting the culinary delights;
•  Visit local historical, cultural and gastronomic sites: Torre Melissa; Ciro' Marina; Santa Severina;    Crotone;
•  Experience Magna Graecia & tourist attractions throughout Calabria
•  Tours of the vibrant Reggio Calabria, Vibo Valentia, and the legendary paradise of Tropea and
   Pizzo.
•  Visit historical Cosenza and the Sanctuary of San Francesco di Paola, patron of Calabria.
•  Return from Lamezia airport or continue the journey in Italy.

Sept. 16:
Departure from Pearson International Airport with Air Transat.

Sept. 17:
 Arrival in Lamezia Terme (Calabria) and proceed for Crotone, home of Pythagoras. On route visit Capo Colonna, a Magna Graecia colony and Le Castella. Check-in Costa Tiziana Hotel. In the evening enjoy a stroll along the Boardwalk
(Hotel Costa Tiziana-Crotone) [D]

Sept. 18:
After breakfast, guided tour of local vineyards accompanied by local producers, assisting and participating in the grapes harvest.
Spend the afternoon at the sea and/or visit Pecorino Crotonese cheese factory.
Time permitting visit Santa Severina.
Dinner at hotel , passeggiata lungomare after dinner.
(Hotel Costa Tiziana-Crotone) [B/D]

Sept. 19:
After breakfast check-out and proceed for Siderno and check in Hotel Gran Presidente.
On route admire the Ionian Sea and the Serre mountains; Stops in Catanzaro Lido and Soverato.
In the evening, stroll along the Siderno lungomare with the locals or relax at the gelaterias.
(Grand Hotel President-Siderno) [B/D]

Sept. 20:
 After breakfast, visit the Cantine Bianco, one of the oldest produced wines in Calabria dating back to
Magna Graecia. Then our journey will take us to Gerace " the Florence of the south" with it's spectacular Cathedral.
Rest of the day leisure at the sea.
(Grand Hotel President-Siderno) [B/D]

Sept. 21:
After breakfast, depart for Sicily crossing the imposing Strait of Messina; visit enchanting Taormina, the pearl of the Mediterranean with its quaint streets and wonderful view and most preserved Greek-Roman Amphitheatre.
Time permitting, stop in Reggio Calabria and stroll along the boardwalk, "the best Kilometer" in the world with the spectacular view of Sicily. Time permitting visit the famous Bronzi di Riace (optional) and shopping along the fashion district of Reggio.
(Hotel in Vibo area). [B/D]

Sept. 22:
After breakfast, we will visit the STATTI vineyards nestled along the slopes overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
In the afternoon, we will visit enchanting Tropea, located on the Coast of Gods stop in Pizzo and view the Murat Castle, the residence of the former kingdoms of Napoleon and the piazza, a "salotto" with captivating vistas.
(Hotel in Vibo Area) [B/D]

Sept. 23:
 Today you will explore local historical attractions, experience local arts and crafts, savour local delicacies, and visit local producing products, and/or enjoy the Mediterranean by the beachside, or enjoy last minute shopping.
(Hotel in Vibo-area[B/D]

Sept. 24:
 After breakfast group departure for the airport of Lamezia Terme or continue your journey in Italy.
1. COST inclusions (includes airfare, transfers, land transportation, hotel accommodation and
    meals - at least 2 meals per day)
2. Not included: Taxes, gratuities, incidentals, optional tours, insurance, (Price may vary slightly,
    subject to Euro exchange rates and to fuel surcharges).
3. Optional Stay subject to administration fee.
4. Visa or MasterCard payments accepted, however , a surcharge of 3% will be added.