| | |||
| | | | |
Sardinia
Scheduled Dates:Saturday September 3rd to Tuesday September 13th, 2005 (11 days) Minimum 10, maximum of 14 travellers Destination:Meet in Olbia, Sardinia. Plain curiosity brings travellers to Sardinia to experience the exotically different culture influenced by numerous invasions throughout history by the Phoenicians, the Romans, the Vandals, the Byzantines, the Saracens, the Pisans, the Genoese, the Spanish, the Austrian Empire and finally becoming part of Italy. You will be overcome by the hospitality of the local people, who are still attached to the ancient traditions. We begin our discovery on the Costa Smeralda, which up until recently was a region of farmland and is now a glamorous holiday resort frequented by the rich and famous. Surrounding the luxurious villas are pink granite headlands covered with Maquis scrub, overlooking the clear emerald green Mediterranean Sea. Visit the nearby islands and the impressive villa of Garibaldi and the gardens where he is buried. A short crossing of the Strait by local ferry to visit the unique hill top town of Bonifacio situated at the southern end of Corsica. In the heart of the Sardinian countryside - stay on a family estate where the genuine Sardinian ingredients are produced for the traditional cuisine. Walk in the mountains discovering the almost primeval landscape. Discover the nuraghic civilisation founded 7,000 years ago. Travel by private launch down the unique and picturesque coast - swim in the crystal clear waters. Travel by local train up into the hills, through a landscape sculptured by forests of holm and cork oaks, aromatic plants, olive groves and vegetable gardens. We will introduce you to artists still working with textiles in the traditional way. Including:Accommodation in a beautifully restored villa and 3 to 4 star quality hotels - all personally selected; wonderfully characteristic, situated in historic centres and countryside. Daily dining in typical restaurants including all breakfasts and 15 other meals, tasting local cuisine and wines, luxury transport by coach, local ferry, private charter launch, local train, all luggage handling, gratuities, entry fees, professional guides, transfers - as described in detailed itinerary. Brief Itinerary:Porto Cervo - 3 nights Cost:Share Twin NZ$ 8100 per person Single Supplement: NZ$ 1920 for a double room for single use. Home | Highlights | Destinations | Contact © Copyright Etruscan Pleasures Italia Limited (Est 1991) |
