Nursing Education International Concepts

08/07/2025

Tanzania 2025- African tele! One channel only called “ fire. Enjoying life, grateful!

08/02/2025

01/13/2025

Join us…..

April 29- May 17, 2025
LAX- $4599
( other cities available)
( Visa extra)

Optional - Maldives
All inclusive, overwater bungalow ( see below)

Included: airfares, hotel accommodations, daily buffet breakfast, transfer, tours, Nursing ceus and more…

Itinerary:

Day 1: 1 May 2025- Welcome to Singapore!
Arrive by SQ037
Meet and Greet by English
Speaking Guide.
Private Transfer to Hotel
15:00 hrs
Standard Check In Time
Rest of the Day at Leisure

Day 2: 2 May 2025- Half Day City Tour
Breakfast at the Hotel
09:00 -12:30 hrs Half Day City Tour with English Speaking Guide
Explore the city by driving around the Civic District, passing by the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House and the National Gallery of Singapore, The Gallery consist of two national
monuments - the formerSupreme Court Building and City Hall.
Next stop at the Merlion Park and enjoy the impressive views of the
Marina Bay. Do not miss out this picture-taking opportunity with the Merlion, a mythological creature that is part lion and part fish.
Visit Thian Hock Keng Temple, one of Singapore"s oldest Buddhist-
Accommodations: York Hotel

May 1: 3 May 2025- Welcome to Sri Lanka!
Arrive at Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport and meet your representative for a 30-minute car transfer to Negombo - a charming coastal city known for its historic fishing industry and relaxing beaches.
Check into your accommodation to rest after your journey, and
if you have energy to burn, set out in the evening for a stroll along Negombo Beach - you'll certainly be perked up by a delicious seafood dinner and cool beer at one of the waterfront restaurants.
Overnight in Negombo.

Day 2: 4 May 2025- Boat along the Dutch canals of
Negombo
Begin your first full day in Sri Lanka with a morning boat ride
through the Dutch channels of Negombo, taking you on a
fascinating trip back in time. Today's city tour will teach you all about Negombo's colonial heritage and fishing culture, with the chance to dive into the bustling fish market and observe the day-to-day lives of traders.
As part of the day's activities, you can opt to also embark on a boat
ride through the wetlands of the Muthurajawela Wetland Sanctuary, where you could spot a wealth of migratory indigenous bird species.

Day 3: 5 May 2025- Journey to Sigiriya
In the morning, pack your things and transfer to Sigiriya, about three hours' drive away. There, you'll check into your accommodation and have some time to unwind after your journey.
Once you feel suitably rested and ready for a challenge, take an
afternoon climb to the top of the iconic Sigiriya Rock Fortress,
from where the panoramas across the lush landscape are truly
unforgettable. Take a moment to explore the ancient ruins and frescoes that define this historic monolithic landmark, which dates back to the fifth century.
Breakfast & Dinner
Sirigiya - Polonnaruwa - Sirigiya

Day 4: 6 May 2025- Explore the ancient ruins of Polonnaruwa
Today's itinerary will see you leave Sigiriya for the day and transfer to
Polonnaruwa. There, you'll have plenty of time to immerse yourself
into the ancient ruins of its archaeological park. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to a wealth of tombs,
temples, stupas and Buddhist figures, such as the Buddha statues of Gal Vihara. It also features an ancient monastery and the remains of the royal palace of King Parakramabahu the Great, built between 1153 and 1186.
Return to Sigiriya in the late afternoon and relax at your hotel, enjoying its facilities to your heart's content.
Breakfast & Dinner
Sirigiya - Minneriya National Park - Sirigiya

Day 5: 7 May 2025- Charms of Sigiriya & wildlife safari wonders
Spend the morning at leisure or take an optional tour of Sigiriya village, where you'll stroll to observe the daily lives of the locals and find a restaurant to enjoy some of the local flavors.
In the afternoon, you'll transfer to the expansive grounds of Minneriya National Park, Kaudulla National Park, or Hurulu Eco Park, for a safari experience to encounter magnificent elephants, leopards and more (the park will be chosen depending on the location of the elephants at the time).
After a day of wildlife wonders, return to your accommodation
in Sigiriya for the evening. Optionally, you could climb to the
ancient Pidurangala Buddhist Rock Temple at sunset, to soak
up a magnificent view of Lion’s Rock.
Breakfast & Dinner
Sigiriya - Dambulla - Kandy

Day 6: 8 May 2025- Dive into iconic temples & cooking
classes. Today, leave Sigiriya behind as you transfer to Dambulla to visit the Golden Cave Temple - an expansive and well-
preserved complex dating back to the 1st century B.C. This is a mesmerizing and unmissable sight tonexperience in Sri Lanka; spend a while soaking up its history as you tour its shrine rooms, marvel at around 150 Buddha statues, and admire more than 1,500 murals that adorn its ceilings. Afterwards, continue your journey to Kandy, where you'll check into your accommodation ahead of an evening visit to the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic - a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's home to Buddha's canine tooth. Enjoy a cooking class in Kandy to
have a go at dishing up delicious Sri Lankan dishes.
Breakfast & Lunch (cooking class), Dinner
Kandy - Ella

Day 7: 9 May 2025- Take the scenic train to Ella
Today, prepare to embark on an enchanting train ride from Kandy to Demodara (subject to availability), passing by the beautiful Nine Arches Bridge built in the 1920s. Surrounded by lush highland landscapes, this journey of six to seven hours is sure to be one of the most unforgettable parts of your SriLankan trip.
From Demodara, you'll continue your journey on to Ella, a biodiverse sanctuary for nature-lovers, home to wonderful outdoor experiences and tea estates offering tours and tastings. Upon your arrival there, enjoy a fairly easy hike to Little Adam’s Peak, which reaches an
elevation of 1,141m high, before returning to your accommodation for an overnight stay.
Breakfast & Dinner
Ella - Yala National Park

Day 8: 10 May 2025- Into the heart of Yala National Park
In the morning, you'll pay a visit to the Amba Tea Estate, a small organic farm that specializes in the
small-scale production of hand-rolled tea. Take a tour of its grounds, visit the tea factory to learn about its artisanal production processes, and enjoy a tea testing session. In the afternoon, you'll continue on to Yala National Park, for another wonderful overnight experience close to Sri Lankan wildlife. Settling down in your camp accommodation here, you'll feel at one with nature as you take time to relax and unwind.
Breakfast & Dinner
Yala National Park

Day 9: 11 May 2025- Safari adventures in Yala National Park
Today, you will spend a full day in Yala National Park, including a picnic breakfast and lunch. Embark on safaris to spot leopards, elephants, and other fascinating wildlife, and seek out the other attractions for which the park is known - it's home to the beautiful ancient Rock Temple, a Buddhist monastery that's
believed to date back to the 2nd century B.C, which you'll get to visit on your tour. Overnight near Yala National Park.
Breakfast & Dinner
Yala National Park

Day 10: 12 May 2025- Safari adventures in Yala National Park
Optional half day Jeep safari at Yala National Park (US$ 65 per person) Optional morning and afternoon Jeep safari at Yala National park (US$
130 per person)
Overnight near Yala National Park.
Breakfast & Dinner
Yala National Park - Bentota

Day 11: 13 May 2025 - Get to know Galle's colonial heritage
From Yala National Park, you'll transfer to the coastal city of Galle,
known for its Portuguese colonial heritage and Dutch Fort. Explore its historic buildings and
cobblestone streets, losing yourself amidst its old-world charms, before spending an afternoon at the beach and
relaxing at your hotel with an overnightstay.
Breakfast

Day 12: 14 May 2025 - A day at leisure in Galle
Enjoy a free day at leisure, soaking up all that Galle has to offer! Spend your time relaxing on the sands of Unawatuna beach, venturing into the old town, or seeking out a restaurant to kick back in and enjoy a seafood meal. Overnight in Galle.
Breakfast
Bentota - Colombo

Day 13: 15 May 2025 - Return to Colombo
Spend the morning at leisure, with some time to explore more of Galle or relax and perfect your glow at the beach, before transferring to Colombo. You'll be taking the scenic coastal line train, passing the beautiful beaches of Hikkaduwa, Kosgoda, Ambalangoda, and Bentota
as you go - don't miss your chance to snap a few shots to take these memories home with you!
Back in Sri Lanka's bustling and vibrant capital, head out on a city tour to explore all its highlights.
Soak up the more modern atmosphere of the Gangaramaya Temple, or dive into the hectic yet fun Pettah Market to find all sorts of souvenirs and fresh produce. Overnight in Colombo.
Breakfast & Dinner
Colombo

Day 14: 16 May 2025- Goodbye, Sri Lanka!
Seize your chance to enjoy some last-minute shopping or sightseeing in Colombo, before it's time to transfer to Bandaranaike International
Airport for your departure flight home.

OPTIONAL- MALDIVES 2025
5 Nights- All inclusive
Overwater Bungalow
transfer by speed boat
$2700- per person
( from Sri Lanka )

LAX - $3999 per person

DINING:
Bageecha
International buffet-style dining

The Lagoon
International buffet-style dining

Ristorante al Tramonto
Italian a la carte dining

Fukuya Tepanyaki
Japanese- a la carte dining

Farumathi
Speciality seafood dining

Dhaavani Coffee Shop

Please email- [email protected] for more info. Or Text-760-805-9640

12/31/2024

Grateful for many more adventures!

12/22/2024

Blessed to have our travel family!2024 brought us to- Singapore, Bali, Bahamas, Tokyo, Philippines, Cuba, Botswana, East Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, South Korea & Taiwan. Every trip brings different memories and happiness. Glad to be part of this adventures. Grateful for all of you! ❤️❤️❤️

10/11/2024

Join us:
CARNIVALE ITALY 2025
Feb 25- March 6
LAX-$4699

Included: airfare, 11 nights hotel accommodations, transfer, daily buffet breakfast, tours, nursing ceus and more….

Itinerary:

Day 1-Welcome to ITALY-
arrival VENICE AIRPORT

Day 2- MESTRE - VENICE - MESTRE

VENICE - GUIDED TOUR
The tour starts from the magnificent Piazza San Marco, one of the most beautiful squares in the world and the
center of Venetian life. On the north side of the square stands the Clock Tower and the Procuratie Vecchie (once the seat of the highest courts of the ancient Republic), on the west there is the Napoleonic wing and on the south,
the Procuratie Nuove.
The Basilica of San Marco and the Palazzo Ducale - the symbolic monuments of the Republic - stand on the background of the square. The church was built to house the body of St. Marc, transported from Alexandria in 828; in the inside of the church we can admire the beautiful decorations and the magnificent Byzantine mosaics.
We will continue by walking to Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges and symbols of the town.

VECCHIA MURANO GLASS FACTORY - VENICE
In the very heart of Venice, just a few yards from Piazza S. Marco and right behind the Bridge of Sighs, is one of the
lagoon’s biggest and most famous artistic glass factory: “Vecchia Murano”. On entering the elegant palace with its ancient wall, one has the feeling of being fully immersed in the atmosphere of golden times.

*** Day 3- VENICE- watching the CARNIVALE- you can bring/ rent costumes! ****

Day 3- MESTRE - PISA - CAMPI PISA - GUIDED TOUR
Example of visit (entrance to Pisa Tower included )
The visit starts from Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the famous leaning tower and other wonderful monuments. We continue with the Piazza dei Cavalieri (famous for the Scuola Normale Superiore, where many Italian Nobel
laureates have graduated and for the tower of Ugolino della Gherardesca, of which Dante speaks in the Divine Comedy). Visit of the Lungarni, which Leopardi describes as more beautiful than those of Florence. During the itinerary you will see the birthplace of Galileo, the house where Leopardi wrote the poem "A Silvia", the Palace of
Wisdom, where he taught Galileo. During the standard visit the mentioned monuments are visited only externally so there are no entrance fees to pay.

Day 4- FLORENCE - CAMPI BISENZIO
The tour starts at the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, visit the Piazza del Duomo and its surroundings. The
Piazza del Duomo forms with the Piazza di San Giovanni the centre of the city. Here stand the most important religious monuments in Florence, linked by the lively polychromy of the typical covering of white, green and pink
marble in geometric patterns: the Baptistery (exterior), with its typical octagonal shape, in which the three bronze doors that open into it are of considerable importance; the Duomo, in Florentine Gothic style with Brunelleschi's
famous ribbed dome; the Campanile di Giotto (exterior), one of the most beautiful bell towers of Gothic architecture, begun by Giotto in 1334 and finished by Pisano and Talenti; the Duomo di Firenze (interior) with its
famous Dome, the work of Filippo Brunelleschi, symbol of Florence's wealth and cultural hegemony. We visit Piazza.Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and all the original statues in the square including Bellini's Perseus. Straw
market with the famous lucky boar.

ACCADEMIA GALLERY - GUIDED VISIT (2H GUIDE)

Day 5- FLORENCE- free day

Day 6- ROME
BAROQUE ROME - GUIDED TOUR (3H GUIDE)
Example of visit
The tour starts from Trevi fountain, became popular thanks to the movie “La dolce vita” directed by Fellini, started in
1732 by Nicola Salvi and inaugurated in 1762. We will visit then Piazza Colonna, taking its name from the Column in
honor of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Then Piazza Montecitorio, seat of the Chamber of Deputies, Pantheon
(external tour), erected by Emperor Hadrian during the 2nd century AD and preserving the biggest dome in the
world. We will continue with Palazzo Madama, seat of the Senate of the Italian Republic arriving at Piazza Navona
with its famous fountain of the Four Rivers designed by Bernini

Day 7- ROME
VATICAN MUSEUMS - GUIDED TOUR
IMPORTANT:
The guide is not allowed to illustrate the visit within the Basilica from 4.30 pm on.
It is reccommended to visit the Vatican Museums + Basilica in the morning or to book the Vatican Museums after
the visit of the Basilica.
Guide service in foreign languages
VATICAN ROME: (Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter’s Basilica) 4H00
The complex of the Vatican Museums is a unique heritage of humanity, the visit includes the Galleries of Candelabra, Tapestries, Maps and the Hall of the Immaculate Conception. Continue entering the Sistine Chapel, home of the Conclaves with the divine frescoes of Genesis and the Last Judgment, wonderful work of Michelangelo Buonarroti. Continue to Saint Peter’s Basilica (visit inside), where you can admire the Pietà and the body exposed to the adoration of the faithful of Pope John XXIII. The visit to the centre of Christendom ends in Piazza San Pietro, the
masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini built in 1661.

VATICAN MUSEUMS- SISTINE CHAPEL - ROME

Day 8- ROME
COLISEUM, ROMAN FORUM AND PALATINE - GUIDED TOUR

The tour starts with the Colosseum, where the gladiatorial fights took place, and continues to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the centre of the ancient city.
The Coliseum, whose real name is Flavian Amphitheatre, was built by two emperors of the Flavian family; Vespasian began it on 72 a.D. and his son Titus ended it on 80 a.D. On the same square, we can admire the Arch of Constantine erected in the IV century a.D. and the Arch of Titus in the 1st century a.D. We will continue walking through the Roman Forum, the biggest archaeological area in the
world just in the heart of Rome.
Arriving on the top of the Capitole hill, nowadays seat of the City Hall, we can admire the beautiful square designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti with the Palazzo Conservatori and the Palazzo Nuovo, which are important Museums. After that, going down the Capitole Hill we'll get directly into Venice Square where we will be astonished by the
Vittoriano, the biggest European monument.

Day 9- POMPEII

POMPEII - GUIDED TOUR
The city of Pompeii is a partially buried Roman town-city near modern Naples. Along with Herculaneum, Pompeii
was partially destroyed and buried under 4 to 6 m of ash and pumice during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, and it was lost for nearly 1700 years before its accidental rediscovery in 1749. Since then, its excavation has
provided an extraordinarily detailed insight into the life of a city at the height of the Roman Empire. UNESCO World Heritage Site and unravel that fateful day when Mt Vesuvius erupted.

POMPEII ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE - POMPEI

Day 10- ALBEROBELLO
ALBEROBELLO AND LECCE - GUIDED TOUR
Example of visit (wine tasting at Albea Cantina Museo included.
Nestled on a plain at the foot of the Salento plateau is Lecce? called the "Florence of the south"? one of the most interesting cities in the region for its typically seventeenth-century architectural features. Of very ancient origins, the city experienced two particularly flourishing moments: that of the Roman era and that of the Kingdom of Naples. Precisely in this period there was a great development in the construction of buildings, monuments and stately
palaces characterized by a sumptuous and rich ornamental and architectural scenography which earned the definition of "Leccese baroque". The imaginative and meticulous sculpture work was facilitated by the use of local stone, ductile and easy to inlay. Continue to Alberobello and visit the historic center: the Monti district which includes many trulli unique for their
exterior, which converge at the top of the hill where the trullo church of S. Antonio dominates; the Aia Piccola district which includes trulli still used today as homes.

ALBEA CANTINA MUSEO - ALBEROBELLO (GUIDED TOUR AND TASTING)
(www.albeavini.com)
Tasting of a white, a rosé and a red with tarallini and water.

Day 11 BARI - MATERA - BARI - GUIDED TOUR
Guided tour of Bari Vecchia (the Old Town). There will be a walk along the Porto Vecchio to the famous Basilica di San Nicola dating back to the 11th-12th century and dedicated to Bishop Nicholas. The Basilica di San Nicola represents the greatest example of Romanesque architecture in Apulia. Inside we find the Elias Chair (episcopal chair made entirely of marble) dating back to the 12th century and the Crypt, where the
remains of St Nicholas are kept.
The tour continues to the Cathedral of San Sabino, whose original core dates back to the Byzantine period, but has
undergone numerous renovations over the centuries, and concludes with the 13th-century Swabian Castle, which now houses some of the offices of the Sovrintendenza. No entrance fee is charged. Curiosity:
- every Thursday morning an Orthodox mass is celebrated in the Basilica of St Nicholas, more precisely in the crypt
where the Saint's tomb is kept.
- on 07/08/09 May each year the patron saint's day is celebrated in the old town of Bari
- every year during the Solstice on 21/06 at 17h10 at the Church of St Sabinus (who was patron saint before St Nicholas) a breathtaking spectacle can be admired: the light filtering through the rose window of the church is projected onto the floor to match the mosaic at the foot of the altar in the nave.
- An interesting stop at the 'strada dell'orecchiette' where it is possible to watch the preparation of homemade orecchiette by Bari ladies directly outside their homes who are happy to share their experience and advice with
visitors.

MATERA - GUIDED TOUR (3H GUIDE)
The walk through the 'Sassi di Matera' shows a unique example of a rock settlement. A city completely carved out of the rock, a set of caves stacked on top of each other in an incredible living sculpture. The Sassi were inhabited until 1952, when a special law put an end to this 'habitation'. The guided tour of Matera and the Sassi, will allow the visitor to understand the various phases of the city's evolution, from prehistory, to the urban evolution of Matera,
the period of the displacement of the Rioni Sassi and the subsequent inclusion of the city and the Sassi in the
UNESCO World Heritage List.
Farewell dinner !

Day 12- Ciao! Transfer to BARI AIRPORT for flight back home!

Please email- [email protected] for more info or text (760)805-9640 for any questions.

Discovering the World through Nursing Education

09/11/2024

Join us:
CARNIVALE ITALY 2025
Feb 25- March 6
LAX-$4699

Included: airfare, 11 nights hotel accommodations, transfer, daily buffet breakfast, tours, nursing ceus and more….

Itinerary:

Day 1-Welcome to ITALY-
arrival VENICE AIRPORT

Day 2- MESTRE - VENICE - MESTRE

VENICE - GUIDED TOUR
The tour starts from the magnificent Piazza San Marco, one of the most beautiful squares in the world and the
center of Venetian life. On the north side of the square stands the Clock Tower and the Procuratie Vecchie (once the seat of the highest courts of the ancient Republic), on the west there is the Napoleonic wing and on the south,
the Procuratie Nuove.
The Basilica of San Marco and the Palazzo Ducale - the symbolic monuments of the Republic - stand on the background of the square. The church was built to house the body of St. Marc, transported from Alexandria in 828; in the inside of the church we can admire the beautiful decorations and the magnificent Byzantine mosaics.
We will continue by walking to Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges and symbols of the town.

VECCHIA MURANO GLASS FACTORY - VENICE
In the very heart of Venice, just a few yards from Piazza S. Marco and right behind the Bridge of Sighs, is one of the
lagoon’s biggest and most famous artistic glass factory: “Vecchia Murano”. On entering the elegant palace with its ancient wall, one has the feeling of being fully immersed in the atmosphere of golden times.

*** Day 3- VENICE- watching the CARNIVALE- you can bring/ rent costumes! ****

Day 3- MESTRE - PISA - CAMPI PISA - GUIDED TOUR
Example of visit (entrance to Pisa Tower included )
The visit starts from Piazza dei Miracoli, home to the famous leaning tower and other wonderful monuments. We continue with the Piazza dei Cavalieri (famous for the Scuola Normale Superiore, where many Italian Nobel
laureates have graduated and for the tower of Ugolino della Gherardesca, of which Dante speaks in the Divine Comedy). Visit of the Lungarni, which Leopardi describes as more beautiful than those of Florence. During the itinerary you will see the birthplace of Galileo, the house where Leopardi wrote the poem "A Silvia", the Palace of
Wisdom, where he taught Galileo. During the standard visit the mentioned monuments are visited only externally so there are no entrance fees to pay.

Day 4- FLORENCE - CAMPI BISENZIO
The tour starts at the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, visit the Piazza del Duomo and its surroundings. The
Piazza del Duomo forms with the Piazza di San Giovanni the centre of the city. Here stand the most important religious monuments in Florence, linked by the lively polychromy of the typical covering of white, green and pink
marble in geometric patterns: the Baptistery (exterior), with its typical octagonal shape, in which the three bronze doors that open into it are of considerable importance; the Duomo, in Florentine Gothic style with Brunelleschi's
famous ribbed dome; the Campanile di Giotto (exterior), one of the most beautiful bell towers of Gothic architecture, begun by Giotto in 1334 and finished by Pisano and Talenti; the Duomo di Firenze (interior) with its
famous Dome, the work of Filippo Brunelleschi, symbol of Florence's wealth and cultural hegemony. We visit Piazza.Signoria with Palazzo Vecchio (exterior) and all the original statues in the square including Bellini's Perseus. Straw
market with the famous lucky boar.

ACCADEMIA GALLERY - GUIDED VISIT (2H GUIDE)

Day 5- FLORENCE- free day

Day 6- ROME
BAROQUE ROME - GUIDED TOUR (3H GUIDE)
Example of visit
The tour starts from Trevi fountain, became popular thanks to the movie “La dolce vita” directed by Fellini, started in
1732 by Nicola Salvi and inaugurated in 1762. We will visit then Piazza Colonna, taking its name from the Column in
honor of the Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Then Piazza Montecitorio, seat of the Chamber of Deputies, Pantheon
(external tour), erected by Emperor Hadrian during the 2nd century AD and preserving the biggest dome in the
world. We will continue with Palazzo Madama, seat of the Senate of the Italian Republic arriving at Piazza Navona
with its famous fountain of the Four Rivers designed by Bernini

Day 7- ROME
VATICAN MUSEUMS - GUIDED TOUR
IMPORTANT:
The guide is not allowed to illustrate the visit within the Basilica from 4.30 pm on.
It is reccommended to visit the Vatican Museums + Basilica in the morning or to book the Vatican Museums after
the visit of the Basilica.
Guide service in foreign languages
VATICAN ROME: (Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, Saint Peter’s Basilica) 4H00
The complex of the Vatican Museums is a unique heritage of humanity, the visit includes the Galleries of Candelabra, Tapestries, Maps and the Hall of the Immaculate Conception. Continue entering the Sistine Chapel, home of the Conclaves with the divine frescoes of Genesis and the Last Judgment, wonderful work of Michelangelo Buonarroti. Continue to Saint Peter’s Basilica (visit inside), where you can admire the Pietà and the body exposed to the adoration of the faithful of Pope John XXIII. The visit to the centre of Christendom ends in Piazza San Pietro, the
masterpiece of Gian Lorenzo Bernini built in 1661.

VATICAN MUSEUMS- SISTINE CHAPEL - ROME

Day 8- ROME
COLISEUM, ROMAN FORUM AND PALATINE - GUIDED TOUR

The tour starts with the Colosseum, where the gladiatorial fights took place, and continues to the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, the centre of the ancient city.
The Coliseum, whose real name is Flavian Amphitheatre, was built by two emperors of the Flavian family; Vespasian began it on 72 a.D. and his son Titus ended it on 80 a.D. On the same square, we can admire the Arch of Constantine erected in the IV century a.D. and the Arch of Titus in the 1st century a.D. We will continue walking through the Roman Forum, the biggest archaeological area in the
world just in the heart of Rome.
Arriving on the top of the Capitole hill, nowadays seat of the City Hall, we can admire the beautiful square designed by Michelangelo Buonarroti with the Palazzo Conservatori and the Palazzo Nuovo, which are important Museums. After that, going down the Capitole Hill we'll get directly into Venice Square where we will be astonished by the
Vittoriano, the biggest European monument.

Day 9- POMPEII

POMPEII - GUIDED TOUR
The city of Pompeii is a partially buried Roman town-city near modern Naples. Along with Herculaneum, Pompeii
was partially destroyed and buried under 4 to 6 m of ash and pumice during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, and it was lost for nearly 1700 years before its accidental rediscovery in 1749. Since then, its excavation has
provided an extraordinarily detailed insight into the life of a city at the height of the Roman Empire. UNESCO World Heritage Site and unravel that fateful day when Mt Vesuvius erupted.

POMPEII ARCHEOLOGICAL SITE - POMPEI

Day 10- ALBEROBELLO
ALBEROBELLO AND LECCE - GUIDED TOUR
Example of visit (wine tasting at Albea Cantina Museo included.
Nestled on a plain at the foot of the Salento plateau is Lecce? called the "Florence of the south"? one of the most interesting cities in the region for its typically seventeenth-century architectural features. Of very ancient origins, the city experienced two particularly flourishing moments: that of the Roman era and that of the Kingdom of Naples. Precisely in this period there was a great development in the construction of buildings, monuments and stately
palaces characterized by a sumptuous and rich ornamental and architectural scenography which earned the definition of "Leccese baroque". The imaginative and meticulous sculpture work was facilitated by the use of local stone, ductile and easy to inlay. Continue to Alberobello and visit the historic center: the Monti district which includes many trulli unique for their
exterior, which converge at the top of the hill where the trullo church of S. Antonio dominates; the Aia Piccola district which includes trulli still used today as homes.

ALBEA CANTINA MUSEO - ALBEROBELLO (GUIDED TOUR AND TASTING)
(www.albeavini.com)
Tasting of a white, a rosé and a red with tarallini and water.

Day 11 BARI - MATERA - BARI - GUIDED TOUR
Guided tour of Bari Vecchia (the Old Town). There will be a walk along the Porto Vecchio to the famous Basilica di San Nicola dating back to the 11th-12th century and dedicated to Bishop Nicholas. The Basilica di San Nicola represents the greatest example of Romanesque architecture in Apulia. Inside we find the Elias Chair (episcopal chair made entirely of marble) dating back to the 12th century and the Crypt, where the
remains of St Nicholas are kept.
The tour continues to the Cathedral of San Sabino, whose original core dates back to the Byzantine period, but has
undergone numerous renovations over the centuries, and concludes with the 13th-century Swabian Castle, which now houses some of the offices of the Sovrintendenza. No entrance fee is charged. Curiosity:
- every Thursday morning an Orthodox mass is celebrated in the Basilica of St Nicholas, more precisely in the crypt
where the Saint's tomb is kept.
- on 07/08/09 May each year the patron saint's day is celebrated in the old town of Bari
- every year during the Solstice on 21/06 at 17h10 at the Church of St Sabinus (who was patron saint before St Nicholas) a breathtaking spectacle can be admired: the light filtering through the rose window of the church is projected onto the floor to match the mosaic at the foot of the altar in the nave.
- An interesting stop at the 'strada dell'orecchiette' where it is possible to watch the preparation of homemade orecchiette by Bari ladies directly outside their homes who are happy to share their experience and advice with
visitors.

MATERA - GUIDED TOUR (3H GUIDE)
The walk through the 'Sassi di Matera' shows a unique example of a rock settlement. A city completely carved out of the rock, a set of caves stacked on top of each other in an incredible living sculpture. The Sassi were inhabited until 1952, when a special law put an end to this 'habitation'. The guided tour of Matera and the Sassi, will allow the visitor to understand the various phases of the city's evolution, from prehistory, to the urban evolution of Matera,
the period of the displacement of the Rioni Sassi and the subsequent inclusion of the city and the Sassi in the
UNESCO World Heritage List.
Farewell dinner !

Day 12- Ciao! Transfer to BARI AIRPORT for flight back home!

Please send $1000 deposit , copy of passport to save your spot!

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