Abruzzo Wine Safari & Foodie by Ferrari

&

The Amalfi Coast, Naples, Capri &

Pompeii

2018

Abruzzo Wine Safari & Ferrari – Foodie –Medieval Villages – Trabocchi Coast – Amalfi Coast

7 days / 6 nights

May 24th

– 30th

2018

DAY ONE – Thursday, May 24th

2018

Rome – Medieval Santo Stefano di Sessanio – Campo Imperatore – Wine Tasting-

Rocca Calascio Fortress

09:30am/ 10:00am: Meet in Rome at FCO Airport OR in Rome in front of the “Atlantico

Hotel” on Via Cavour, right by Termini Station in Rome (upon request)

Transfer to the fascinating medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio, on the majestic

Gran Sasso d’Italia

Upon arrival we will enjoy a Prosecco together as we discover the village’s picturesque

corners before lunch Our beautiful red Ferrari 612 Scaglietti F1 will be waiting for us outside the restaurant! Lunch will be in the village After lunch, it will be time to rev up our exclusive supercar and set off on an incredible

drive through the majestic Campo Imperatore plateau and along its twisty open roads! Our V12 power unit will be put through its paces as we pay a visit to the local cheese-

makers Rosetta & Donatella for a tasting before reaching a nearby winery for a fine Wine

Tasting A drive at Sunset over the Gran Sasso will take us to visit to the medieval Fortress of Rocca

Calascio for great views and dinner

Back to Santo Stefano for a good night’s rest

DAY TWO – Friday, May 25th

2018

Valle Reale Tasting Experience – Pescara Countryside

Contucci Ponno Winery Estate –Agriturismo La Rustica

This morning we say goodbye to our hosts in Santo Stefano and we reach the beautiful Valle

Reale Winery in Popoli, where our lovely hosts will introduce us to some of the most

exclusive organic Abruzzo wines in stunning surroundings!

A walk through the vineyards before sitting for lunch accompanied by highly selected wines

knowledgably introduced and described by our hosts

After lunch, we reach our lovely Agriturismo La Rustica or Antica Dimora in the peaceful

surroundings and sweeping hills of the Pescara countryside

After we have settled in, we will take a drive up North along the Adriatic coast to visit one

of our most exclusive winery estates, Contucci Ponno, where our host Giulia will treat us to

their excellent wines paired with delicious local homemade food over dinner

Back to the Pescara countryside for a good night’s rest

DAY THREE – Saturday, May 26th

2018

Nocciano - Cantine Bosco Wine Tasting & Special Lunch - Wine Tastings - Olive

Oil Tasting & Special Dinner

After breakfast, we reach the nearby Cantine Bosco, where Giovanna will guide us through

their impressive Wine Museum followed by a guided tasting at the winery

Lunch will be a very special experience in the nearby hilltop town of Nocciano, as our

lovely hosts Rossella and Cecilia will prepare a unique culinary delight

After lunch, return to Agriturismo La Rustica for a bit of relax

In the late afternoon, time at leisure to explore the surrounding area in our Ferrari before

heading to the hilltop town of Bucchianico for yet another treat as dinner nearby will also

be an incredible wine-tasting experience!

A short stroll down Bucchianico’s narrow alleyways to meet our sommelier Claudio, who

will open his exclusive cantina for a wine-tasting aperitif and dinner with a delicious

selection of local savouries!

Return to Agriturismo La Rustica or Antica Dimora

DAY FOUR – Sunday, May 27th

2018

Archeo & Unique Mount Vesuvius Wine Tasting & Lunch – Pompeii - Sorrento

9am: We say goodbye to our hosts in the Pescara countryside and head to Sorrento!

Our very first destination will be a winery in the shade of the majestic Mount Vesuvius

volcano, a true spectacle that meets the eye!

Our wine tour will be a guided introduction to the fascinating world of red and white wines

from the Campania region and their special bouquet resulting from their unique volcanic

terroirs

Lunch will be over our wine-tasting as we sip excellent local Falanghina, Aglianico and

especially the celebrated Mount Vesuvius Lacryma Christi (Tears of Christ)…quite the

delight!

After lunch we reach the famous archaeological site of Pompeii for an entertaining and

insightful guided visit with your host

Transfer to Sorrento and check-in

Evening at leisure to relax, enjoy a Neapolitan pizza, the strolling & shops in Sorrento

Good night’s rest

DAY FIVE – Monday, May 28th

2018

Amalfi Coast – Praiano – Positano – Breathtaking Path of the Gods

After breakfast, visit to the Amalfi Coast: Amalfi, its famous Limoncello, Praiano,

Positano, etc with your private guide: what a drive!

Another stop will be the beautiful town of Ravello with a visit to a famous Villa and enjoy

splendid views over the Gulf of Sorrento

Visit to a Limoncello maker to see how they make this famous Neapolitan liqueur from the

legendary Amalfi lemons

Special lunch in the area

On the way back, a special taste of the Path of the Gods, the ancient Amalfi Road that will

offer on of the most striking panoramas on Earth!...camera is a must!

Return to Sorrento and evening at leisure

DAY SIX – Tuesday, May 29th

2018

Capri & Anacapri & Grottos – Blue Grotto - Special Cookery & Foodie

After a nice Italian breakfast, this morning we will take a trip to the island of Capri &

Anacapri with your personal host Andrea

Visit of the beautiful “Grottos” of Capri with exclusive private boat

Weather conditions and weather permitting, our experience will include the stunning Blue

Grotto

Visit of Capri and chance for some shopping at its fashion shops, craft-made sandals by a

local artisan, etc…

Return to mainland for a very special late afternoon Cookery & Foodie experience nearby

It will be sleeves up to disclose the secrets of local recipes and Spaghetti Nerano Style with

our great hosts

Dinner with our delicious preparations and return to Sorrento

DAY SEVEN – Wednesday, May 30th

2018

Authentic Naples & Mystery Underground – Rome FCO

After breakfast, we will reach Naples for an amazing discovery of its authentic essence

Our host will take us to explore the beauty of Naples in its colourful and cheerful

Neapolitan quarters as well as its maze of cobbled streets and alleyways

Discoveries today will also include Naples’ Elegant and Royal Sites

Lunch in one of Naples most authentic quarters….it’ll be a loud experience!

After lunch, transfer to Rome…Arrivederci Italia!

Ferrari 612 Scaglietti F1

(4 seater)

Highlights & What's included for

“Abruzzo Wine Safari & Foodie by Ferrari & Amalfi Coast 2018” €4950 eur

Guests: 3

Ferrari 612 Scaglietti F1: chauffeured + driven also by guests in safety

Starting point:Rome @ 9:30am on Day One (please contact us for arrangements)

Ending point: Rome on Day Seven (please contact us for arrangements)

All transfers from and to Rome

Fully escorted by our Tour Leader and Hosts

Accommodation in SINGLE ROOM en-suite - 7 days / 6 nights:

o 3 nights at the rustic and charming Agriturismo La Rustica or Dimora Antica in the sweeping hills of the Pescara countryside, Abruzzo

o 3 nights in Sorrento

Fuel and tolls

Experiences:

o Ferrari 612 Scaglietti F1

o Wine Tastings & Visits

o Archeological sites (Pompeii)

o Nerano Style Cookery Masterclass

Visit to medieval villages and Fortresses driving along scenic roads

All meals included as per the program with highly selected wines

A word on Tipping

At Italia Speciale and Abruzzo1 our mission is to assure only the best experiences possible around Abruzzo and Italy

through our highly selected network of Partners and Hosts, all committed to delivering the highest standards of

knowledge and service to our guests. We do this by nature and soul, as proud as we are of our proposals and our people.

Tips are never expected and always come as a nice bonus for our partners.

A token of gratitude. Ideally your Host should collect €75 eur in cash per guest on Day 3 to cover all tips that deserve to

be shared among all Partners. Tips are not compulsory by any means, and should be given exclusively for high quality

service.

Payment: Bank Transfer + bank charges | Credit Card via Paypal: +4.5% | Cash: $100 USD discount

Leonardo De Flaviis || Abruzzo1.com

Venues

Residenza La Torre – Gran Sasso National Park - Campo Imperatore

The medieval village of Santo Stefano di Sessanio

Residenza La Torre

Campo Imperatore: paradise!

Venues

Agriturismo La Rustica

Antica Dimora