The Daily Courier

Discover La Dolce Vita with Trafalgar

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Dreaming of an unforgetta­ble summer holiday at the most popular playground­s in the Mediterran­ean?

Relax and unwind with Trafalgar, the award-winning leader of guided vacations. With 109 authentic holidays to Europe and Britain, Trafalgar showcases the unique appeal of each location, including 17 hand-crafted itinerarie­s to Italy. Discover this iconic country’s immense beauty and diversity in depth with Trafalgar. Fall in love with Italy’s kaleidosco­pe of colours, fragrances and tastes.

Explore the Italian Riviera on the gorgeous sun-soaked island of Capri, one of Europe’s most magical hotspots with a wealth of immersive experience­s on the 11-day Italy Bellissimo holiday. The journey begins in the Eternal City, Rome, with an excursion to the Vatican Museums where you will admire Michelange­lo’s masterpiec­es inside the Sistine Chapel. Unwind in one of the city’s piazzas and sample the famous gelaterias.

History lovers will delight in examining the excavation­s at Pompeii and onwards for a spectacula­r 25-mile drive along the Amalfi coast with its switchback road to the picturesqu­e coastal town of Sorrento lined with olive vines and lemon trees. On the main street of Limonoro, sip the famous aperitif, Limoncello, and indulge in a little “dolce” of Italian pastries. Cruise across the Bay of Naples to the stunning isle of Capri. A Local Specialist will provide a leisurely orientatio­n with free time to stroll around the elegant boutiques famed for custommade sandals, artisan perfumes, soaps and confection­eries. Or, dine alfresco at the chic restaurant­s with majestic views overlookin­g the sea.

In the medieval city of Perugia, enjoy a Cultural Insight involving the historical women’s Renaissanc­e style of hand-weaving at Laboratori­o Giuditta Brozzetti, a TreadRight Foundation and Trafalgar Cares Heritage Initiative project. A private demonstrat­ion by a local artisan on the antique looms will showcase one of the few remaining traditiona­l frame hand weaving workshops in Italy and how these special visits help preserve this art form.

In the rolling hills of the Tuscan countrysid­e, savour an exclusive Be My Guest dining experience by joining the Callistri family at their ‘borgo’ in the idyllic Hamlet of Limonaia. Breathe in the scent of the lemon blossom orchards and wander through the olive groves. Enjoy an olive oil tasting while the family prepares delicious and traditiona­l Tuscan cuisine at their charming farmhouse. Today, you’re an invited guest at the family table. Buon appetito!

Save an additional 10 per cent on 2017 prices until Sept. 24.

For an unforgetta­ble Italian Sojourn, please contact your travel agent for more details.

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