Perillo Tours - Italy Brochure - APRIL - OCTOBER 2012

APRIL - OCTOBER 2012

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HAWAIILive like a millionaire and save hundreds of dollars! Perillo’s Hawaii is the finest Hawaiian holiday or honeymoon ever offered. Deluxe, escorted adventures that are elegent, carefree, all-inclusive and affordable.

Select from two millionaire vacations. Our 7-Day 2-Islander to Oahu and Maui and our 10-Day 3-Islander to Oahu, Maui and Kauai!

Also don’t forget Perillo’s included dining with wine!

LEARNING JOURNEYSOur Learning Journeys brochure offers sample itineraries in disciplines of music (band and choral), language arts and art. Any tour, in any subject, can be customized to include exclusive school visits, classes (including credit-bearing courses), “behind the scenes” private exclusive tours to museums and other venues, along with team-building activities, other interactive adventures such as a mock “Amazing Race” or “Project Runway”–style group activity. We engage the learners in the journey and encourage them to be active participants in the countries and cultures.

JOURNEYS OF FAITHFor more than 67 years, Perillo Tours has hosted thousands of believers on carefully crafted itineraries which offer a perfect blend of touring and exploring. The Perillo Tours Journeys of Faith brochure provides sample itineraries focusing on Italy and Europe. In the Perillo tradition, great care is taken in planning your program, ensuring that your group will enjoy an AUTHENTIC faith- based immersion, visiting not only major cities, but also small towns and villages where you will be welcomed with a warm smile and delectable local cuisine.

ALPINE WONDERSJoin us on Perillo Tours’ latest adventure. 13 days to Germany, Austria, Monaco and Italy. Enjoy Bavarian specialties and beer at the world-famous Hofbrauhaus, a candlelight dinner while enjoying a Mozart concert, visit palaces and cathedrals; and, we haven’t even gotten to Italy yet!

In Italy, we will enjoy food tastings in four splendid locations, visit historical sites along the way, and have an outing to beautiful Lake Maggiore.

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Dear Italy Lover,

The brochure you’re holding in your hands is filled with wonderful, time-tested escorted Italy tour itineraries with set departure dates.

And besides our classic 14-day Italy North Tour, our ever popular 10-day Vesuvius Tour, or our 8 –day Splendid Sicily, we’ve recently introduced brand new itineraries such as the 9-day A Taste of Italy Tour and the 10-day Appian Way. But I’ll be the first to admit that not everyone is keen on joining an escorted group tour. Travel is never easier, nor more efficient than with a professionally-operated tour. But for others, stepping out of their hotel into a foreign city, with just a map and a metro token, is exactly what travel is all about!

In both cases, Perillo is here to maximize your experience:We add fun and serendipity into your scheduled group tour. We add precision and predictability into your independent adventure.

Whether you are a ‘tour person’ or an ‘independent’, this brochure is a great start in your Italy vacation planning.Inside you’ll find 8 great Italy tours and our deluxe MSC Yacht Club cruise to the eastern Mediterranean.

On page 5, you’ll also learn how to create your own trip, with our help, by visiting our website ItalyVacations.com. Don’t like using websites?

Just call ItalyVacations.com at 1-800-ITALY-25. We’ll work with you, or your travel agent on your independent vacation right on the phone.

On page 4, you can learn about our new department dedicated to groups of 15 or more people. Your school, church, business and family are all great candidates to travel to Italy, and beyond, as a group. And if you’re the group’s leader, there’s a good chance you’ll travel for free! Just call our groups department at 1-855-PT-GROUP to get started.

Finally, be sure to ask for our one hour, hi-definition DVD on Italy travel. It’s a beautiful preview to the wonderful experience that’s ahead of you!

Buon viaggio!

Steve Perillo

P.S. A Perillo Italy vacation makes a great gift for the holidays or anytime of the year. Now that’s a gift to remember!

WELCOME TO ITALY!

Crafting Italy Tours for 67 YearsPerillo’s itineraries have been honed and crafted with the ideal balance of sightseeing, free time, optional activities and relaxation. Our itineraries are often imitated, but never surpassed!

Smaller GroupsOur group sizes are from 20 guests to a maximum of 40. Our congenial groups result in lifetime friendships, regular “alumni parties” and even marriages. Italy, after all, is the land of romance!

Italy’s Best Tour LeadersIn Italy, being accepted as a Perillo Tour guide is recognized as the pinnacle of achievment in our industry. They’re simply the best.

More LegroomOur deluxe, state-of-the-art motorcoaches now have EXTRA legroom for your touring comfort.

Centrally-Located Hotels All of our tours feature excellent 4-Star and 5-Star, centrally-located hotels. We have close, personal relationships with each hotel manager and they are well aware of the special importance of each Perillo Tour guest.

Unmatched Meal Service Breakfast: Full American-style buffet breakfast daily including cereals, eggs, sausages, bacon, cheeses, yogurt, fruit juices and more.

Dinner: Serving the best regional cuisine and wines including pasta, choice of entrees, vegetables, salad, dessert and coffee.

Beverages: One bottle of great regional wine per couple, soda and mineral water (for those who do not drink wine) and coffee.

Vineyard Visits and Wine TastingsSeveral of our tours feature a visit to a popular Italian vineyard and wine “cantina.” You’ll learn Italian wine making techniques and, of course, we’ll sample the results!

Airport Transfers in Italy for All Guests Whether you buy your air ticket to Italy from Perillo Tours or on your own, we’re happy to offer free roundtrip airport transfers at scheduled times, provided you arrive and depart on scheduled tour days.

WHY PERILLO TOURS IS #1

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Why Perillo to Italy?Our Guides

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Vesuvius Tour 10-Days Rome, Sorrento, Florence

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3-City Aristocrat 11-Days Venice, Florence, Rome

North Classic 14-Days Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Venice, Milan

North Continental 14-DaysMilan, Venice, Florence, Sorrento, Rome

Rome & Amalfi 9-DaysRome, Amalfi

Splendid Sicily 9-Days Palermo, Taormina

A Taste of Italy 12-DaysBologna, Siena, Torgiano, Rome

Appian Way 10-DaysRome, Sorrento, Lecce

MSC Yacht Club Cruise10-Days to Italy, Greece, Turkey,Croatia

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For 33 Years, we have relied on the services of Massari Travel, one of the leading Italian incoming travel organizations. Sabrina and Sandro are committed to your fullest enjoyment.

Sabrina Massari

Sandro Massari

introducing perillo’s new groups department

We would like to

introduce you to unique

and exclusive customized

tours for both first time

travelers, as well as your

most discerning and well-

seasoned groups.

For 67 years and three

generations the Perillo

family has perfected the

art of traveling, making

Perillo Tours America’s leading tour operator. From major cities

to off the beaten path destinations, Perillo’s traveling knowledge

is beyond comparison.

PT Groups can customize a tour to specifically suit your group’s

needs. Your group, your way, anywhere in the world. One of a

kind journeys-exclusive and unique. Organize a customized

group and travel for free! The possibilities are endless!

The customized group experience is perfect for:

· Family Groups

· Weddings

· Faith-Based Travelers

· Educational and Academic Groups

· Affinity Groups and Clubs

· Non-Profit Organizations

· Conferences

Perillo Tours is proud to offer a new era in customized groups,

including our exciting Learning Journeys! PT Learning Journeys

was created so that students of all ages can experience the

richness and diversity of the world, while applying learning

through hands-on experience such as performances, cooking

classes, language immersions and art studies.

We look forward to welcoming your group on a trip of a lifetime

including visits to both traditional and exclusive, unique sights,

tasty food specialties and the cultural immersion that only Perillo

Tours can offer! Our team at PT groups welcomes you to

“Live The Dream.”

Reservations, brochures and information can be

obtained at www.perillotours.com/groups, by emailing

us at [email protected] or call our group

department at 1-855-PT-GROUP (1-855-784-7687).

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Carol Dimopoulos

Not only to Italy, but any destination that your particular group’s interests lie.

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ItalyVacations.com is the one-stop shop to handle your custom Italy vacation.

Create and book your entire trip including:

· flights

· accommodations

· private or shared excursions

· private drivers

· cooking classes

· villa rentals

· and all sorts of special activities

All custom created, just for you. Don’t know where to start?

We have hundreds of suggested itineraries to give you ideas.

We offer all of Italy, not just the major cities, with thousands of hotels and activities to enjoy. Perfect for honeymoons and special

friends and family trips, ItalyVacations.com is backed by a team of Italy specialists who can assist you every step of the way.

For more information, visit us online at www.ItalyVacations.com, email us at [email protected] or call us toll free

1-800-ITALY-25 (1-800-482-5925).

IT’S YOUR ITALY, YOUR WAY.

Laurie G. Roveto

for those who prefer to travel independently,we present to you perillo’s italyvacations.com.

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Cernobbio, Bellagio & Lake Como3 day/2 night Extension

To be added to the end of: Italy North Classic Tour.

Day 1 – Thursday or Saturday Milan ➤ Cernobbio After your included breakfast, you’ll be picked up at your final Perillo Tour hotel in Milan for our 25 mile drive to Cernobbio, setting of the movie “A Month by the Lake.”

Elegant shops, picturesque cafes and restaurants, and the ancient church are well worth seeing. The Piazza, where the steamer docks, is a wonderful place to have a coffee, or one of those fabulous Italian gelatos, and talk with the friendly residents.

You’ll note with slight envy the many luxurious villas around; one owned by George Clooney. Taking the public steamer is a good way to view the villas, as well as to visit some of the other towns on Lake Como. Dinner is on your own tonight. B

Day 2 – Friday or Sunday Cernobbio ➤ Bellagio ➤ CernobbioToday you will enjoy a full day excursion to Bellagio, nestled along the banks of picturesque Lake Como.

In an area renowned for its natural beauty, Bellagio, in particular, has always stood out due to its unique location on the edge of a peninsula jutting into the the crystal blue lake. Enjoy your day in one of the most beautiful places on our earth!On the way back to Cernobbio, ask your

Viareggio & Cinque Terre3 day/2 night Extension

To be added to the end of: 10 day Vesuvius Tour.

Day 1 – Sunday Florence ➤ Montecatini Alto ➤ Montecarlo di Lucca ➤ Wine & Oil Tasting ➤ ViareggioAfter your included breakfast, you’ll be picked up right at your final Perillo Tour hotel in Florence for our drive to Viareggio, one of the most stylish and exclusive seaside resorts in Tuscany.

On the way, we’ll stop in Montecatini Alto which rises 1000 ft. above the plains of Valdinievole with time to explore this charming village. Next we drive to Montecarlo di Lucca which appears like an island floating over a sea of age-old olive trees. Finally, we’ll head to a typical farm for a wine and olive oil tasting.

Late afternoon we arrive at the Hotel, in the heart of Viareggio and a few steps from the sea. Tonight enjoy dinner on your own. B

Day 2 – Monday Cinque Terre ➤ Monterosso ➤ ViareggioAfter breakfast, it’s a wonderful drive from Tuscany to the Cinque Terre in Liguria, where you’ll have a chance to experience the magic of these enchanting coastline towns.

Cinque Terre, meaning ‘5 Lands’ has become extraordinarily popular in the past few years, but has seen little change due to limited roadways and few hotels. We’ll drop you off in Monterosso, the village boasting the largest sand beach and countless lemon trees, vineyards and olive groves.

You’ll enjoy a dream-like day exploring these towns on your own. Your only obligation is to make your way from Monterosso to Riomaggiore by your pick-up time.

There’s a foot path connecting them all, as well as a train and boat services. And be sure to stop for some pasta with seafood and white wine. We promise this to be one of the most magical days of your life!

Tonight, it’s dinner on your own in Viareggio. B

Day 3 – Tuesday Florence Airport ➤ Flight HomeThis morning we depart Viareggio for Florence Airport returning to the States on the same day. B

Rates: Includes 2 nights at the First ClassGrand Hotel Principe di Piemonte. Breakfast Daily.May, Jun, Sep, Oct = $1399 ppdbJul, Aug = $1599 ppdb

Grand Hotel Principe di Piedmont

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driver to stop for the best picture of the lake! B

Day 3 – Saturday or Monday Cernobbio ➤ Milan Airport ➤ Flight HomeThis morning we depart for Milan’s Malpensa Airport, returning to the States the same day. B

Rates: Includes 2 nights at the Super Deluxe Hotel Villa D’Este. Breakfast Daily.

Dates from May 1 - Oct 31 = $1790 ppdb

San Giovanni Rotondo3 day/2 night Extension

To be added to the end of: Appian Way.

Day 1 – Saturday Lecce ➤ San Giovanni Rotondo After your included breakfast, you’ll be picked up right at your final Perillo Tour hotel in Lecce for our drive to San Giovanni Rotondo, home of Padre Pio from 1916 until his death in 1968. The hospital, founded by Padre Pio, and the Church of St. Michael the Archangel are important institutions in the town.

We’ll check into our First Class, Hotel Gran Paradiso, situated close to all of the main sights. B

Day 2 – Sunday San Giovanni Rotondo While you are on your own during your stay, the town is well prepared for American pilgrims. It ’s a good idea to start at the Reception Office to learn about the town. Today you can visit the Crypt, The Cell and the Crucifix, the Confession Hall, the Shrine of ‘Our Lady of Grace’, and the Church of St. Pio of Pietrelcina. Your day will remind you why Padre Pio remains an inspiration to millions of Catholics worldwide. B

Day 3 – Monday San Giovanni Rotondo ➤ Bari ➤ Flight HomeThis morning we depart San Giovanni Rotondo for Bari Airport, returning to the States the same day. B

Rates: Includes 2 nights at the First ClassHotel Gran Paradiso. Breakfast Daily.

All dates from May 1 - Oct 31 = $790 ppdb

BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW. See your travel agent,visit us on the web at www.PerilloTours.com or call us toll free at 1.800.431.1515

Super Deluxe, Hotel Villa D’Este Hotel Gran Paradiso


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VESUVIUS TOURCastel Sant’Angelo, Rome


A great introduction to the best of Italy! And this tour is scheduled to depart the U.S. late on Fridays and return on Sundays, so you need only take about 5 days off work for a full 10- day vacation!

10 DAYS FROM $2990Rome (3 nights) Sorrento (2) Florence (3)Also Visiting: Naples, Pompeii, Capri, Venice

BB=Buffet Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

Great Hotels. Centrally-located, First-Class & Deluxe hotels, exclusively.

Smaller Groups. 20 to 40 guests per tour.

More Legroom. Deluxe, state-of-the-art motorcoaches with EXTRA legroom.

Airport Transfers. Arrival and departure transfers in Italy. (see conditions p.26)

Buffet Breakfast Daily. A very hearty start to each day!

6 Dinners & 1 Lunch. Including pasta or soup, choice of entrees, vegetable, salad, dessert, coffee, wine, mineral water, beer or soft drink.

Full Day Venice Excursion including lunch.

Wireless Headsets to hear your guide clearly and distinctly in public places.

1 Tote Bag Per Person, baggage tags and travel documents included.

Baggage Handling. Never touch your bag! (except at airports)

Hotel Taxes, Hotel Service Charges and All Tips for hotel and restaurant personnel.

Professional Tour Directors and licensed local guides.

was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus.

Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.

Tonight we’ll recount our explorations at a great local restaurant. Good food, good wine and great friends – now that’s Italian! BB, D

DAY 4 - Monday

Vatican Museum ➤ Afternoon of LeisureWith your expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings.

Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. Weenter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo’s famed frescoes depicting stories from the Bible and the “End of Times.”

There are plenty of great restaurants and pizzerias in the neighborhood of our hotel. Your tour guide will be happy to make suggestions according to your taste. BB

DAY 5 - Tuesday

Rome ➤ Naples ➤ Pompeii ➤ Sorrento ➤ Dinner in Hotel After breakfast we’re off to Naples . . . birthplace of Caruso, Sophia Loren, Bel Canto and ‘O Sole Mio. Have your cameras ready

DAY 1 - Friday

Depart USABoarding our overnight flight, we’re off on our adventure to Italy. Buon viaggio!

DAY 2 - Saturday

Arrive in Rome ➤ Afternoon at Leisure ➤ Dinner in HotelBenvenuti a Roma!

We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.

There will be time to relax this afternoon before we enjoy dinner at our hotel with some fine local wines. D

DAY 3 - Sunday Rome Sightseeing ➤ St. Peter’s Basilica & Imperial Rome ➤ Dinner OutThis morning, it’s a 5-minute drive to another country – Vatican City!

With our expert local guide we’ll visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.

Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar

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Castel Sant’Angelo, Rome

NOT READY TO HEAD HOME YET? Check out pages 6-7 to extend your Perillo experience with an great 2-night tour extension!

because we will arrive in Naples via Vomero Hill overlooking the sapphire Bay of Naples, Capri, Ischia and proud Vesuvius. We descend into the heart of the city along the sea front promenade, seeing Castel dell’Ovo, San Carlo Opera House, Santa Lucia, Town Hall and the Angevin Castle where today’s date appears in flowers!

Next, we travel back to 97 A.D. to the town of Pompeii. A city perfectly preserved by the ash that rained down from Mt. Vesuvius, you’ll see the tragic fossils of the people attempting to escape with their children and dogs. And many of the streets, homes and stores are perfectly intact.

Tonight, we’ll enjoy a relaxing dinner in our hotel overlooking the bay of Naples. BB, D

DAY 6 - Wednesday

Sorrento ➤ Capri ➤ Sorrento ➤ Dinner OutThis morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting island.You can explore to your hearts content on your own or your tour conductor may have other ideas. You’ll be as captivated by Capri as Emperor Tiberius who used the Blue Grotto as his personal swimming pool.

Later this afternoon, we sail back in time for dinner at a great Neopolitan restaurant with fine wines of the Campania region. BB, D

DAY 7 - Thursday Sorrento ➤ Florence ➤ Dinner in Hotel This morning we’re off to Florence via the Highway of the Sun. As we traverse thegently rolling countryside to the capital of Tuscany, we’re reminded of the geniuses who traveled this very path long before us - Dante. Da Vinci. Michelangelo. Galileo. Botticelli. It reads like a “Who’s Who” of brilliance. Maybe some will rub off!

Tonight, we’ll relax with our friends for dinner and wine at our hotel. BB, D

DAY 8 - Friday

Florence ➤ Excursion to Venice ➤ Special Venetian Lunch ➤ Florence The Grand Canal is not too far from Florence. Should we? Why not! Andiamo a Venezia!

There is no normal life in Venice. Here, everything and everyone floats. One floats luxuriously with such a sense of freedom, never tormented by traffic or even the sound of a horn. Your guide will show you all the sights – St. Mark’s Square, the Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs.

Just around the corner from St. Mark’s Square, we’ll enjoy a special lunch in a town renowned for its seafood specialties.

This evening we return to Florence for dinner on our own. BB, L

DAY 9 - Saturday

Florence ➤ City Sightseeing Including ‘The David’ ➤ Dinner Out TonightFlorence - the fountainhead of the Renaissance, awaits our inspection!

Our morning of sightseeing includes the majestic Duomo built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned “Gates of Paradise” doors.

We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria, home of Santa Croce Church, Michelangelo’s final resting place.

“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a man - full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly confident. All with just a hammer and chisel!

Our last night together will be at a popular Florentine restaurant with great Tuscan wines. No tears! You’ll exchange email addresses with your new friends and make plans for the

TO ROME, RETURN FROM FLORENCEDepart USA Friday-Return Sunday

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future. How about we all meet again on another Perillo Tour to Hawaii! BB, D

DAY 10 - Sunday

Florence ➤ Flight HomeThis morning we board our flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. A warm “grazie” for traveling with the Perillo family and please return soon! BB

DEPARTURE DATES & LAND RATESMay 2012 to October 2012

Rome - Hotel Victoria (First Class)Sorrento - Parco del Principi (Deluxe)Florence - Hotel Minerva (First Class)

NOTE: If a change in hotels becomes necessary forany reason, the hotel substituted will be equivalentof those shown.

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$3490 $3290 $4490 $2190

$3390 $3190 $4390 $2090

$2990 $2790 $3990 $1990

DoubleRoom

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Kids under 12w/ 2 adults

15 18 22 29

6 13 20 27

3 17 31

7 14 21

5 12 19

NOTE: Rates are per person and include roundtrip airport transfers in Italy at scheduled times. Airfare available from your hometown. See page 26 for details.

Gondola on the canals of Venice

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THE ARISTOCRAT10 DAYS FROM $3690Venice (2 nights) Florence (3) Rome (3)Also Visiting: Padua, Siena


Dinner is on your own tonight and there are lots of great choices around your hotel. Even Hemingway’s famous “Harry’s Bar” is just around the corner! Your guide will be happy to make suggestions. BB

DAY 4 - Thursday Venice ➤ Padua ➤ Florence ➤ Dinner in HotelThis morning it’s back to the mainland where we’ll meet our dependable driver for the ride to Florence. But on the way we’ll make a memorable stop.

Visitors to Padua are often surprised by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron Saint of lost objects) is interred here in the serene Basilica which dates back to the 1200s.

Tonight we’ll enjoy dinner at our hotel. A toast (brindisi) to Florence and our new traveling friends! BB, D

DAY 5 - Friday

Florence ➤ Sightseeing including ‘The David’ ➤ Dinner OutFlorence, the fountainhead of the Renaissance, awaits our inspection.

Our day of sightseeing includes the majestic Duomo built in 1296, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery with its renowned “Gates of Paradise” doors.

We follow the medieval streets to the most striking square in Florence, Piazza della Signoria, home of Santa Croce Church,

DAY 1 - Monday Depart USABoarding our overnight flight, we’re off to Italy on the adventure of a lifetime!

DAY 2 - Tuesday

Arrive in Venice ➤ Afternoon Free ➤ Dinner Out Benvenuti a Venezia! We are pleased to offer complimentary motorboat transfers from the Venice airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.

Your tour guide will be on hand to preview the exciting trip ahead. Then we’ll enjoy a ‘get-acquainted’ dinner at a fine restaurant just steps from St. Mark’s Square. D

DAY 3 - Wednesday

Venice ➤ City Sightseeing ➤ Murano Glass Factory VisitThis morning we’ll meet our expert local guide for a walking tour of St. Mark’s Square, the great Byzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and an inside visit of the Doge’s Palace.

Next we’ll board our motoscafi to visit one of the world’s oldest glass blowing factories on the island of Murano.

This afternoon you’ll have a chance to “get lost” in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny piazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible to stray very far. But it won’t hurt to master the phrase “Dov’e’ Piazza San Marco?”

BB=Buffet Breakfast D=Dinner






5 Dinners. Including pasta or soup, choice of entrees, vegetable, salad, dessert, coffee, wine, mineral water, beer or soft drink.

Wine Tasting. Vineyard tour and wine tasting.






WHAT’S INCLUDED:

Grand Canal, Venice

Here’s a chance to splurge just a little. While all of our tours feature fine First Class hotels, our “Aristocrat” hotels are a degree higher in quality. Also, this tour includes most dinners out at fine restaurants. Feeling aristocratic? This is the tour for you!

11BOOK YOUR TOUR NOW. See your travel agent,visit us on the web at www.PerilloTours.com or call us toll free at 1.800.431.1515

Michelangelo’s final resting place.

“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a man - full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly confident. All with just a hammer and a chisel.

Tonight, please be our guest at a fine local Florentine restaurant with flowing wines and great friends! BB, D

DAY 6 - Saturday

Florence ➤ Siena ➤ Wine Tasting in TuscanyWhile the ambitious city of Florence was launching the Rennaissance, Siena was her “laid back” country cousin. Just 30 miles south of Florence, she is considered the best preserved medeival city in Italy.

Our guided tour will include the elaborately carved Gothic cathedral, Town Hall and Piazza del Campo-site of the famous Palio horse race. You’ll have time for lunch on your own, shopping and a little more exploration.

This afternoon we’ll visit a typical Tuscan winery to learn about the grape, the “nose,” food pairings and more importantly-which glass to use! Cin-Cin!

Tonight, it’s dinner on your own in Florence.BB

DAY 7 - Sunday Morning Drive to Rome ➤ St. Peter’s Basilica ➤ Imperial Rome & the Colosseum ➤ Dinner in HotelThis morning we enjoy our drive south to Rome through Tuscany, Umbria and Lazio - the “green heart” of Italy.

This afternoon we visit St. Peter’s Basilica. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta and Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy above the main altar.

Next we board our coach for a panoramic tour of “Imperial Rome” including Castel Sant’Angelo, the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina, the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus. Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.

Tonight, we rejoin the 21st century with a satisfying dinner at our hotel. BB, D

DAY 8 - Monday

Rome ➤ The Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel This morning, with our expert local guide, we’ll tour the Vatican Museums - a treasure trove of ancient Greek and Roman sculptures, tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo’s famed frescoes, depicting stories from the Bible and the “End of Times.” You’ll be fascinated by which of Michelangelo’s contemporaries he assigned to heaven and which to hell.

Your tour guide will have some greatsuggestions for dinner on your own in Rome. BB

DAY 9 - Tuesday Rome ➤ Full Day of Leisure ➤ Dinner OutA free day in Rome! But don’t sleep in too late – there’s much to do and see! Ask your tour guide for suggestions.

Why not start with an espresso in Piazza Navona, toss a coin into the Trevi Fountain to ensure your return and stroll across the Tiber for another look at the Vatican. Rome is a great city for walking, shopping and people watching.

Tonight is our last dinner together. No tears. You’ll exchange e-mails with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about we all meet again on a Perillo Tour to Hawaii! BB, D

DAY 10 - Wednesday

Flight Home ➤ Rome ➤ USAThis morning we board our flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. While we say “arrivederci” to Italy, we realize we’re taking a little piece of it back home with us.

Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family and please return soon. BB

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country – Vatican City! With our expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected.

Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.

Tonight we’ll recount our explorations with good food, good wine and great friends at a fine local restaurant. BB, D

DAY 5 - Rome ➤ Naples ➤ Pompeii ➤ Sorrento ➤ Dinner in HotelThis morning, we motor to Naples. Have your cameras ready because we will arrive in Naples via Vomero Hill overlooking the sapphire Bay of Naples, Capri and proud Vesuvius. We descend to the heart of the city along the sea front promenade, seeing Castel dell’Ovo, San Carlo Opera House, Santa Lucia, Town Hall and the Angevin Castle where today’s date appears in flowers!

Then, it’s off to Pompeii. Imagine, a city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with children and dogs.

Tonight, dinner at our hotel with fine wines. BB, D

DAY 1 - Depart USABoarding our overnight flight, we’re off on the adventure of a lifetime.

DAY 2 - Arrive in Rome ➤ Afternoon at Leisure ➤ Dinner in HotelBenvenuti a Roma! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.

There will be time to relax this afternoon before our evening’s dinner with fine local wines at our hotel. D

DAY 3 - Rome City Sightseeing ➤ Afternoon at LeisureHail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus.


Tonight we thought you’d enjoy a dinner on your own. Ask your tour guide for a recommendation, or simply relax and enjoy your hotel restaurant. BB

DAY 4 - Rome ➤ Vatican Museum ➤ Sistine Chapel ➤ St. Peter’s Basilica ➤ Dinner Out Tonight This morning, it’s a 5- minute drive to another

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Perillo’s ‘Italy North Classic’ is the largest selling Italy tour in history. Developed in 1975 by Mario Perillo and Lucio Massari, it remains our most popular itinerary today. The ‘Continental’ on page 14 delivers the identical itinerary but without dinners.


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DAY 6 - Sorrento ➤ Capri ➤ Sorrento ➤ Dinner Out This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting island.You can explore to your hearts content on your own or your tour conductor may have other ideas. You’ll be as captivated by Capri as Emperor Tiberius who used the Blue Grotto as his personal swimming pool.

Tonight, still glowing from the sun, we’re off to a Sorrento eatery for fine food and wine. BB, D

DAY 7 - Sorrento ➤ Drive to Florence ➤ Dinner in HotelDeparting Sorrento, our deluxe motorcoach navigates the rolling hills, scenic vineyards and postcard-perfect vistas of Umbria and Tuscany. Along the way, we’ll travel by the beautiful Tiber River Valley and the medieval villages of Orvieto and Orte.

This evening’s dinner features fine local wines at our hotel. BB, D

DAY 8 - Florence ➤ Morning Sightseeing including "The David" ➤ Dinner Out

Florence - the fountainhead of the Renaissance, awaits our inspection!



“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a man - full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly confident. All with just a hammer and chisel!

Tonight we’ll recount our explorations at a great local restaurant. BB, D

DAY 9 - Florence ➤ Pisa ➤ Wine Tasting in Tuscany ➤ FlorenceThe bell tower of Pisa is among the most instantly recognizable structures on earth. Architects say it would be world famous even if it were perfectly straight. This morning we’ll see for ourselves, along with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery.

This afternoon we’ll visit a typical Tuscan winery to learn about the grape, the “nose,” food pairings and most importantly – which glass to use! Cin-Cin!

Tonight, we return to Florence for dinner on your own. BB

DAY 10 - Florence ➤ Padua ➤ Venice ➤ Dinner Out Visitors to Padua are often surprised by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron Saint of lost objects) is interred here in the serene Basilica which dates back to the 1200s.

Venice arrives to us as in a dream. Gondolas drift along, not just for show, but to deliver the staples of everyday life. Our arrival is also by boat, as we’re eager to start exploring.

Tonight we’ll recount our explorations at a great local restaurant. Good food, good wine and great friends. Now that’s Italian! BB, D

DAY 11 - Venice ➤ City Sightseeing This morning we’ll meet our expert local guide for a walking tour of St. Mark’s Square, the great Byzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and an inside visit of the Doge’s Palace.

This afternoon you’ll have a chance to “get lost” in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tiny piazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible to stray very far. But it won’t hurt to master the phrase “Dov’e’ Piazza San Marco?”

Dinner is on your own tonight. BB

DAY 12 - Venice ➤ Verona ➤ Milan City Sightseeing ➤ Dinner in HotelThis morning we bid farewell to Venice andour drive to Milan is delightfully interruptedby a visit to romantic Verona. We’ll stand inthe courtyard below Juliet’s balcony whereShakespeare’s star-crossed lovers professedtheir love.

Soon we’re in fashionable Milan, where we begin with a panoramic drive around the city and a visit to the impressive, gothic Duomo. We’ll stroll through the spectacular glass-topped Galleria, the world’s first shopping mall and onto the famed La Scala Opera House.

Tonight, it’s dinner at our Hotel! BB, D

DAY 13 - Milan ➤ Lugano ➤ Lake Como ➤ Milan ➤ Dinner OutThis morning’s visit to Lugano is actually inSwitzerland, but this Alpine paradise clings to its Italian roots. The natural beauty is accompanied by great shops filled with Swiss

specialties – like clocks, watches and, of course, chocolate!

Next we visit Como, the charming town and pristine lake of the same name, lined with lovely villas.

Our last night together will be at a fine Milanese eatery. No tears! You’ll exchange email addresses with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about we all meet again on another Perillo Tour to Hawaii. BB, D

DAY 14 - Flight HomeThis morning we board our flight home, arriving in the USA the same day. While we say “arrivederci” to Italy, we realize we’re taking a little piece of it back home with us.

Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family, and please return soon. BB

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Next, the spectacular glass-topped galleria --the world’s first shopping mall. Continue to Piazza Della Scala, home of LaScala Opera House.

Then, a short visit to Verona and Juliet’s balcony. Our arrival in Venice is by boat.

Venice is breathtaking with its misty lagoon and palaces seeming to float on water.Nothing beats dining in a cozy Venetian restaurant enjoying local specialties and fine local wines. BB

DAY 5 - Thursday Venice ➤ City Sightseeing ➤ Murano Glass FactoryThis morning we’ll meet our expert local guide for a walking tour of St. Mark’ Square, the greatByzantine Basilica, the Bridge of Sighs and aninside visit of the Doge’s Palace.

We’ll then board our motoscafi to visit one ofthe world’s oldest glass-blowing factories onthe island of Murano.

This afternoon you’ll have a chance to “get lost” in the city’s labyrinth of canals, bridges and tinypiazzas. Being a small island, it’s impossible tostray very far. But it won’t hurt to master thephrase “Dov’e Piazza San Marco?”Maybe this would be the ideal evening for a traditional Venetian seafood feast! BB

DAY 1 - Sunday Depart USABoarding our overnight flight, we’re off on the adventure of a lifetime.

DAY 2 - Monday Arrive in Milan ➤ Afternoon at Leisure Benvenuti in Italia! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Milan airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.

This afternoon you will meet your tour guide who will have some excellent dining suggestions for your first night in Italy.

DAY 3 - Tuesday Milan ➤ Lugano, Switzerland ➤ Como ➤ MilanFrom Milan we enjoy an exhilarating excursionto Lugano. Here we can fill our eyes with beautyand our bags with gifts. We continue to Como, loved by the rich & famous. Wordsworth, Shelley, Byron and George Clooney.

Back in Milan, one of the world’s trendiest cities, and one of the strongest bastions of traditional Italian cooking. Mangia! BB

DAY 4 - Wednesday Milan City Sightseeing ➤ Verona ➤ VeniceThis morning we visit the mightiest Gothic building ever created – Milan’s Duomo, it’s capacity 40,000.

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NORTH CONTINENTAL14 DAYS FROM $3390DINE ON YOUR OWNMilan (2 nights) Venice (2) Florence (3) Sorrento (2) Rome (3)Also Visiting: Lugano, Como, Verona,Padua, Pisa, Capri, Pompeii, Naples

This is the tour for food lovers who prefer to dine on their own! Many of you have requested a tour where you have the freedom to explore the culinary delights that Italy offers. This is that tour! Of course, your tour guide will have a multitude of dining suggestions featuring local restaurants and trattorias. This itinerary is exactly the same as our 14-day Italy North Classic as shown on page 12, but dinners are not included. A full buffet breakfast is included daily.


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DAY 6 - Friday Venice ➤ Padua ➤ Florence We’re off to Florence today with an inspiring stop along the way. Visitors to Padua are often surprised by a sense of deep spirituality. St. Anthony (patron Saint of lost objects) is interred here in the serene Basilica which dates back to the 1200s.

Next to Florence! Home of Dante, Boccaccio, Botticelli, da Vinci, and some say, the best gelato in Italy!

Once settled in our hotel, our tour director is happy to offer this evening’s restaurant suggestions. Perhaps, world famous Florentine steak tonight? BB

DAY 7 - Saturday Florence ➤ Sightseeing including ‘The David’ Florence, the fountainhead of the Renaissance, awaits our inspection.



“Breathtaking” is the only word to describe one’s first view of Michelangelo’s David. Yes, it’s quite large and detailed. But the real magic is in how Michelangelo transformed a lifeless rock into a man - full of pride, wary of his adversary, yet quietly confident. All with just a hammer and a chisel.

You’ll be sure to find a perfect Florentine dinner spot tonight. BB

DAY 8 - Sunday Florence➤ Pisa ➤ Wine Tasting in Tuscany ➤ Florence The bell tower of Pisa is among the most instantly recognizable structures on earth. Architects say it would be world famous even

if it were perfectly straight. This morning we’ll see for ourselves, along with the beautiful Cathedral and Baptistery.

This afternoon we’ll visit a typical Tuscan winery to learn about the grape, the “nose,” food pairings and most importantly – which glass to use! Cin-Cin! We’ll return to Florence for some free time.

Tonight, ask your tour director for a nearby spot to enjoy fresh Tuscan fare. BB

DAY 9 - Monday Florence ➤ SorrentoOur journey to Sorrento takes us through the rolling hills, scenic vineyards and post-card perfect vistas of Tuscany and Umbria. Soon, we are in Sorrento, high on a beautiful plateau, greeted by the sapphire blue Gulf of Naples and majestic Mount Vesuvius.

When most Americans think of Italian food, they’re usually thinking of the dishes of Naples and Sorrento - spaghetti with tomato and basil, mozzarella and pizza are all from this area. Here’s your chance to try the “real thing!” BB

DAY 10 - Tuesday Sorrento ➤ Capri ➤ Sorrento This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting island.You can explore to your hearts content on your own or your tour conductor may have other ideas. You’ll be as captivated by Capri as Emperor Tiberius who used the Blue Grotto as his personal swimming pool.

Tonight, still glowing from the sun, it’s time to enjoy another fine gastronomic experience. BB

DAY 11 - Wednesday Sorrento ➤ Pompeii ➤ Naples ➤ Rome Pompeii - an entire city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day almost 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with their children and dogs.

Late this morning, we continue on to Naples. We enjoy a brief panoramic tour of this beautiful city.

A few hours later, we enter the gates of Rome and settle into our hotel. BB

DAY 12 - Thursday Rome ➤ Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel ➤ St. Peter’s Basilica ➤ Afternoon at Leisure This morning we visit Vatican City, “headquarters” for more than a billion Catholics worldwide. We begin at the Vatican Museum, a treasure trove of sculptures, paintings and tapestries. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo’s famed frescoes, depicting stories from the Bible and the “End of Times.” You’ll be fascinated by which of Michelangelo’s contemporaries he assigned to heaven and which to hell.

We’ll also visit St. Peter’s Basilica. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, and Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy soaring high above the main altar.

This afternoon, Rome is all yours! Tonight, may we suggest fettuccine alla romana; alla’amatriciana with bacon and paprika; spaghetti alla carbonara; roast lamb with garlic and rosemary; stuffed artichokes...is your appetite whet yet?

Tonight, treat yourself to one of Rome’s fine restaurants for a fabulous dinner. BB

DAY 13 - Friday Rome Sightseeing ➤ Afternoon at Leisure Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina, the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus.


Tonight’s dinner decision is easy for dining aficionados. Just in case though, your tour director will be happy to offer suggestions for your final dinner in Italia. Arrivederci, Roma! BB

DAY 14 - Saturday Flight Home This morning we board our flight home. No tears. You’ll exchange e-mails with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about we all meet again on a Perillo Tour to Hawaii! BB

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DAY 4 - Monday Rome ➤ Vatican Museum ➤ Sistine Chapel ➤ St. Peter’s Basilica ➤ Dinner Out TonightThis morning, it’s a 5-minute drive to another country – Vatican City! With our expert localguide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.

Tonight, please be our guest at a fine Roman restaurant with flowing wines and great friends! BB, D DAY 5 - TuesdayRome ➤ Pompeii ➤ Amalfi ➤ Dinner in HotelThis morning we drive to Amalfi, one of the most famous coastlines on earth. Along the way, we’ll stop in Pompeii! Imagine, a city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with children and dogs.

DAY 1 - FridayDepart USABoarding our overnight flight, we’re off on our Italy adventure. Buon viaggio!

DAY 2 - Saturday

Arrive in Rome ➤ Afternoon at Leisure➤ Dinner in Hotel Benvenuti a Roma! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Rome airport to your hotel at scheduled times. Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you.

There will be time to relax this afternoon before our evening’s welcome drink and dinner withfine local wines at our hotel. D

DAY 3 - Sunday Rome Sightseeing ➤ Afternoon & Evening at LeisureHail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus. Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself. Tonight we thought you’d enjoy a dinner on your own. Ask your tour guide for a recommendation, or simply relax and enjoy your hotel restaurant. BB

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ROME & AMALFI ADVENTURE9 DAYS FROM $3490Rome (3 nights) Amalfi (4)Also Visiting: Sorrento, Pompeii, Capri, Positano, Paestum, Cilento.

Lemon trees and vineyards cascade down the terraced cliffs to the sea. Soft sea breezes mix with the scent of fresh basil, tomatoes and olive oil. Capri sparkles in the distance. Welcome to Amalfi!

And to set the stage for this incredible vacation, we’ll spend a few days at Steve Perillo’s own Rose Garden Palace hotel in Rome. This is a no-holds-barred invitation to live life to the fullest. And at a great price.


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Next we’ll settle into our home in Amalfi at the historic Hotel Luna Convento. She’s a 12th century convent converted into a charming first class hotel overlooking the sea. Tonight, dinner at our hotel with great local wines. BB, D

DAY 6 - Wednesday Amalfi ➤ Sail to Positano ➤ Lunch in Sorrento ➤ AmalfiWhat better way to visit the splendid towns of the Amalfi Coast than by sea! Today we’ll sail from Amalfi to Positano. (Incase of bad weather, we’ll use our bus.) There will be time to explore this “picture postcard” village set on a cliff dropping into the blue Mediterranean.

From Positano we sail to Sorrento, another gem in the Gulf of Naples with great views of the mighty volcano, Mt. Vesuvius. In Sorrento we’ll enjoy lunch featuring the fresh specialties of the Campania region.

We’ll drive back to Amalfi for your free nightin this Mediterranean paradise. BB, L

DAY 7 - Thursday Amalfi ➤ Cilento ➤ Paestum ➤ Mozzarella Factory Tour ➤ Lunch ➤ AmalfiWith its gleaming white marble temples, set against the silver mountains and deep blue sea, Paestum (pronounced pay’-stum) provides a uniquely Greek experience in Italy. Our expert local guide will relive the amazing history of this seaside village.

Everyone loves Mozzarella! We’ll learn that the “real thing” comes from the Water Buffalo and freshness is measured in minutes and hours, rather than days. You’ll be an expert after your tour of a real Mozzarella factory.

We’ll enjoy a typical Neapolitan style lunch with fine local wines. This afternoon and evening are free to relax, explore Amalfi or take a dip in the water. BB, L

DAY 8 - Friday

Amalfi ➤ Isle of Capri ➤ Blue Grotto ➤ Lunch ➤ AmalfiAmalfi at our stern, Capri at our bow, this morning we sail to one of the world’s most enchanting islands. If weather permits, we’ll visit the Blue Grotto, famed for it’s translucent aqua-blue light. We’ll also tour the island followed by a well - deserved lunch with wine.

Later this afternoon, we’ll sail back for your final night in Amalfi. Why not gather a few of your friends and go out for a pizza? After all – it was invented here! BB, L

DAY 9 - Saturday

Amalfi ➤ Flight home from NaplesThis morning our trip home starts at Naples Airport. We hope you enjoyed Rome, Amalfi, your guide, your driver and your traveling companions. Buon viaggio and please join Perillo Tours again in the very near future. BB

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DAY 4 - Tuesday Palermo ➤ Marsala Wine Tasting ➤ Selinunte ➤ Palermo ➤ Dinner Out This morning’s drive passes the salt pans of Trapani and the beautiful Island of Mozia. We soon arrive in Marsala, where Englishman John Woodhouse introduced the famous fortified wine in 1796. We’ll have a chance to visit a wine cellar and enjoy a taste of the thick, dark wine. This afternoon we visit the ruins of the ancient Greek city of Selinus – an acropolis of majestic temples overlooking the sea.

Tonight we’ll enjoy dinner out with local wines and our new friends. BB, D

DAY 5 - WednesdayPalermo ➤ Piazza Armerina ➤ Taormina ➤ Dinner in Hotel We bid farewell to Palermo this morning, with stunning Taormina in our sights.

On the way, we’ll stop off for a fascinating visit to the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina. The elaborate villa, owned by a Roman aristocrat from the 4th Century, is famous for its intricate mosaics. And who said the Bikini was invented in St. Tropez in the 1950s? You’ll see positive proof that the Romans invented it centuries ago!

Many have proclaimed Taormina to be the most beautiful place on earth. Now you can decide for yourself. After an exciting and

DAY 1 - SaturdayDepart USABoarding our overnight flight, we’re off on our Sicilian adventure. Buon viaggio!

DAY 2 - Sunday

Arrive in Palermo ➤ Afternoon Free ➤ Dinner in Hotel Benvenuti a Palermo! We are pleased to offer complimentary transfers from the Palermo airport to your hotel at scheduled times. A Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you. Relax this afternoon, or take a stroll around the neighborhood.

This evening we enjoy dinner and the first of many local wines to be sampled in the days ahead. D

DAY 3 - Monday

Palermo & Monreale Sightseeing ➤ Afternoon Free This morning we explore Palermo, the fascinating capital city. We’ll visit the Royal Palace which General George Patton turned into his headquarters in 1943. We’ll also take in the Palace of the Normans, the Palatine Chapel, the Palermo Cathedral, the great Norman Cathedral of Monreale and other highlights of the city.

This afternoon and evening are on your own for free time, shopping or explorations. Ask your guide for dining suggestions this evening. BB


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SPLENDID SICILY9 DAYS FROM $2690Palermo (3 nights) Taormina (4)Also Visiting: Monreale, Marsala, Selinunte, Piazza Armerina, Siracusa, Noto.

There’s no place on earth like Sicily. A true melting pot of cultures, you’ll see Greek and Asian influences in the exotic architecture, unique cuisine and faces of her people. If you happen to be of Sicilian heritage, you’ll be surprised by how the “old country” has very much joined the 21st century while retaining its special charm.


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educational day, a delicious, relaxing dinner is served in our hotel with fine local wines. BB, D

DAY 6 - Thursday Taormina Sightseeing ➤ Afternoon of Leisure ➤ Dinner Out

After this morning’s leisurely tour, you’ll know why Taormina is known as the “Jewel of Italy.” Its winding streets and secluded gardens are truly enchanting. The snow covered volcano, Mt. Etna, serves as a dramatic backdrop to the well-preserved Greek and Roman outdoor theater.

This afternoon is all yours! Why not stroll the medieval streets lined with interesting little shops, take a dip in the water, or just relax.

Tonight, we enjoy dinner and great Sicilian wines at a charming local restaurant. BB, D

DAY 7 - Friday Taormina ➤ Mt. Etna Visit ➤ Wine Tasting & Lunch ➤ Taormina This morning we meet one of the most active volcanoes in the world. Mt. Etna is in an almost constant state of eruption. Don’t worry, we’ll keep a safe distance!

The fertile volcanic soils support extensive agriculture, orchards and vineyards. So let’s visit a local winery for a tour, a tasting and a light lunch!

Tonight you can enjoy dinner on your own. Have you tried “pesce spada” yet? Swordfish is Sicily’s favorite seafood. BB, L

DAY 8 - Saturday

Taormina ➤ Noto ➤ Siracusa ➤ Taormina ➤ Dinner Out This morning we motor south to Noto, a “World Heritage Site.” Noto is also known as Sicily’s “Baroque City” because it consists entirely of palaces, churches and houses in the Baroque style.

This afternoon we’ll visit Sicily’s most important Greek city of antiquity – Siracusa. Archimedes,

the Greek mathematician, was slain here by the Romans. Plato taught here!

The archaeological garden is peppered with attractions: the Greek Theater, the Roman Amphitheater and the “Ear of Dionysus.”

But what an ear! Nearly 200 feet long, you can enter the inner chamber of the “ear” where tearing a piece of paper sounds like a gun shot. A forerunner to modern day “bugging” – the tyrant Dionysus eavesdropped on prisoners in the “ear.”

Tonight is our last dinner out together. No tears. You’ll exchange e-mails with your new friends and make plans for the future. How about we all meet again on a Perillo Tour to Hawaii! BB, D

DAY 9 - Sunday

Depart from Catania to USAThis morning we board our flight home, but we realize we’re taking a little piece of Italy back with us. Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family, and please return soon. BB

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cuisine such as Parmigiano cheese and Parma ham.

Barilla pasta products, also from Parma, have become ubiquitous in American grocery stores. The company also runs a renowned cooking school in downtown Parma called, Academia Barilla.

This afternoon, Barilla’s prestigious chefs will teach you how to prepare an authentic Italian meal including time-tested techniques and special secrets your Italian grandmother might not even know! After class, you’ll enjoy the fruits of your labor for dinner, washed down with the great local wines of the region.

Back to hotel in Bologna. BB, D

DAY 4 - Saturday Bologna City Tour ➤ Siena ➤ Dinner in Hotel

This morning we will have a city sightseeing of Bologna, one of the most attractive and characteristic cities in all of Italy. We visit the city’s 2 main squares: Piazza Maggiore and Piazza del Nettuno. We will have a chance to see the two leaning towers - the main symbols of the city, which almost seem to defy gravity. The Piazza Maggiore marks the oldest part of the city and this huge pedestrian square is surrounded by some impressive medieval and Renaissance buildings. Nearby, the Piazza del Nettuno boasts a well-known fountain, the

DAY 1 - Wednesday Depart USAWe board our overnight flight. Next stop? La Bella Italia!

DAY 2 - Thursday Arrive in Bologna ➤ Afternoon at Leisure ➤ Dinner in Hotel

Benvenuti a Bologna! Your Perillo representative will be at the airport to greet you. You will then be taken to your hotel in Bologna.

There will be time to relax this afternoon before our dinner with fine local wines at our hotel. BB, D

DAY 3 - Friday Bologna ➤ Modena ➤ Parma ➤ Bologna ➤ Dinner at Barilla Academy

After a hearty breakfast, we head to Modena, an ancient town famous for its Balsamic Vinegar. The traditional Balsamic Vinegar of Modena is unique in the world. It’s made by essentially cooking grape juice which is then matured through natural fermentation.

You’ll learn the process first-hand at an old, family run, Acetaia in Modena. For many of you, this is sure to be your first “vinegar tasting” but a very tasty culinary experience.

Next, we go to Parma which is world famous for its incredibly edible contributions to world


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Umbria, the “Green Heart of Italy”

A TASTE OF ITALY12 DAYS FROM $3690Bologna (2 nights) Siena (3)Torgiano (2) Rome (3) Also Visiting: Modena, Parma, Pienza, Montalcino, Cortona, Assisi, Perugia

Known as the “Green Heart of Italy,” Umbria rivals only Tuscany for the beauty of its gently rolling hills. Happily, we’ll also spend time in Tuscany herself.

And if you like Italian food, this is your trip. We’ll even let you learn with the master chefs at the Academia Barilla, if you promise to invite the Perillo staff to Sunday dinner sometime soon!


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Fontana di Nettuno (Fountain of Neptune). Bologna’s Basilica di San Petronio is the city’s largest church and the fifth largest of its kind in the entire world. In fact, the original plans had to be redone after the Vatican declared that this church must not be larger than St. Peter’s in Rome.

We will stroll through the medieval market of Bologna and explore the art, history and traditions of the city and its world famous food. We will then depart for Siena.

Tonight we enjoy dinner in our hotel. BB, D

DAY 5 - Sunday Siena City Tour ➤ Afternoon FreeThis morning we will have a guided city sightseeing of Siena. One of Italy’s most enchanting cities, Siena’s medieval center is filled with majestic buildings and is also a Unesco world heritage site. We’ll see the Town Hall and the enchanting Duomo featuring the most ornate mosaic floors in all of Italy. It took 200 years and 40 artisans to complete! The rest of the day is yours to relax, shop, wander or ask your tour leader about a multitude of other interesting activities. Dinner is on your own. BB

DAY 6 - Monday Siena ➤ Pienza ➤ Montalcino ➤ Wine Tasting with Lunch

Today we visit Pienza, a town which was also declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco, and we see the Duomo and the town hall. Next we go to Montalcino, a beautiful hilltop town where some of Tuscany’s most esteemed red wines are produced, Brunello di Montalcino and Rosso di Montalcino. Here we enjoy a wine tasting and lunch.

Dinner is on your own tonight. BB, L

DAY 7 - Tuesday Siena ➤ Cortona ➤ Torgiano ➤ Dinner & Wine Tasting in Hotel

This morning we head for Torgiano in Umbria, the “Green Heart of Italy.” Enroute to Torgiano,

we will stop in Cortona, a very interesting Tuscan Medieval town which was made famous by Frances Mayes’ book: Under the Tuscan Sun. Cortona was an Etruscan town that today offers many important remains: the bronze lamp from the 5th century BC, the outer walls and the majestic tombs of noble families.

Next, we proceed to Torgiano, a quaint village surrounded by vineyards, where time seems to stand still. Our home will be the charming 5-Star Deluxe, Le Tre Vaselle, with the feel of a fine country manor.

Tonight we enjoy a wine tasting and dinner in the hotel. BB, D

DAY 8 - Wednesday Torgiano ➤ Assisi ➤ Perugia ➤ Siena ➤ Dinner Out Tonight

This morning we’ll visit the home of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of Italy. Here we visit the massive Basilica of San Francesco, rising majestically on gracefully arched supports. While the Basilica was partially damaged by the earthquake of 1997, its restoration is complete and the result – stunning!

Next, we go to Perugia, the capital of Umbria. Perugia is one of Italy’s best-preserved hill towns with many museums and churches, and is also home to the famous Perugina chocolates.

Tonight we’ll enjoy a great local dining experience in a local restaurant. BB, D

DAY 9 - Thursday Torgiano ➤ Rome City Sightseeing ➤ Rome ➤ Dinner in Hotel

Today, we head south to Rome. We will enjoy a panoramic city tour viewing Largo Argentina - where Julius Caesar met his fate at the hands of Brutus. See the most important of the Seven Hills of Rome, the Capitoline - home of Jupiter, Marcello’s theatre and the Jewish Ghetto. We are awed by the view of the ancient Imperial Palaces atop the Palatine Hill overlooking the Circus Maximus where the rape of the Sabines occurred. We’re back on foot to view the Arch of Titus and one of the best preserved Roman structures - the Arch of Constantine. You’ll almost hear the roar of the lions as we enter the Coliseum and imagine the brutal entertainment of the Romans. Next we view the Roman Forum, Trajan’s Column and the astonishing “Wedding Cake,” monument to Victor Emmanuel in Piazza Venezia.

Tonight, we relax and enjoy a delicious dinner in the hotel. BB, D

DAY 10 - Friday Rome ➤ Imperial Rome Sightseeing ➤ Vatican Museum ➤ St Peter’s Basilica

This morning, after breakfast, we visit the Vatican Museums, a group of impressive edifices with hundreds of rooms, halls, galleries, libraries and chapels overflowing with art treasures; the most beautiful of which is the overwhelming Sistine Chapel,

Michelangelo’s masterpiece. Next we enter the largest church in Christendom – St. Peter’s Basilica. We marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà and Bernini’s amazing bronze canopy. View Castel St. Angelo and the Court of Justice.

After lunch on your own, you have time to yourself to do some last minute shopping for souvenirs!

Tonight dinner on your own. BB

DAY 11 - Saturday Rome ➤ Morning at Leisure ➤ Roman Hill Towns ➤ Rome ➤ Dinner Out

This afternoon, we venture out to the Castelli Romani, the wine-producing hill-towns to the southeast of Rome. Here, we visit Castel Gandolfo, the historical summer residence of the Pope that has stunning views on the Albano Lake. We will tour the splendid vineyards of the ancient Romans and will enjoy a wine tasting and dinner in a local restaurant. BB, D

DAY 12 - Sunday Depart Rome to USA

This morning we board our flight home, but we realize we’re taking a little piece of Italy back with us. Thanks for traveling with the Perillo family, and please return soon. BB

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Day 4 - Sunday Rome City Sightseeing

Hail Caesar! All aboard our chariot for a panoramic tour of Imperial Rome including the Roman Forum, Largo Argentina (where Caesar was stabbed by Brutus), the Jewish Ghetto and the Circus Maximus. Then we’ll enter the Colosseum, reliving the brutal entertainment of the gladiators and the lions, refereed by the Emperor himself.

Tonight, your tour guide will recommend many delectable eateries for dinner on your own. BB

Day 5 - Monday Rome ➤ Naples ➤

Pompeii ➤ Sorrento ➤ Dinner in Hotel

This morning, we motor to Naples. Have your cameras ready because we will arrive in Naples via Vomero Hill overlooking the sapphire Bay of Naples, Capri and proud Vesuvius. We descend to the heart of the city along the sea front promenade, seeing Castel dell’Ovo, San Carlo Opera House, Santa Lucia, Town Hall and the Angevin Castle where today’s date appears in flowers!

Then, it’s off to Pompeii. Imagine, a city perfectly preserved as it was on that fateful day 2,000 years ago, when ash and lava literally stopped it in its tracks. You’ll see the tragic fossils of people attempting to escape along with children and dogs.

Day 1 - Thursday USA ➤ Rome

Boarding our overnight flight, we’re off on an adventure, retracing the Ancient Roman highway known as the “Appian Way.”

Day 2 - Friday Rome ➤ Dinner in Hotel

Arrive at Rome’s Leonardo Da Vinci Airport. Transfer by private motorcoach to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. Dinner and overnight in the hotel. D

Day 3 - Saturday Rome ➤ Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica ➤ Dinner Out Tonight

This morning, it’s a 5 minute drive to another country – Vatican City! With our expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings.

Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. Next we visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar.

You’ll have lunch on your own followed by a free afternoon in Rome. Tonight we’ll recount our explorations with good food, good wine and great friends at a fine local restaurant. BB, D


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Trulli- Traditional houses of Puglia

APPIAN WAY10 DAYS FROM $3290Rome (3 nights) Sorrento (2) Lecce (3)

Also Visiting: Naples, Capri, Pompeii, Matera, Bari

The Roman poet Statius stated, “The Appian Way is commonly said to be the queen of the long roads.” With the first section completed in 312 BC, it was vital to the success of the Roman empire in battle and in trade.

Our trip follows it in its entirety from Rome through Naples, across and south through Matera and into the ‘heel of the boot’ ending in Lecce.


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Day 6 - Tuesday Sorrento ➤ Capri ➤ Sorrento ➤ Dinner Out Tonight

This morning you’ll be taken to Capri, the world’s most enchanting island. You can explore to your hearts content on your own or your tour conductor may have other ideas. You’ll be as captivated by Capri as Emperor Tiberius who used the Blue Grotto as his personal swimming pool!

Later this afternoon, we sail back to Sorrento in time for dinner at a great Neapolitan restaurant with the fine wines of the Campania Region. BB, D

Day 7 – Wednesday Sorrento ➤ Matera ➤ Lecce ➤ Dinner in Hotel

A USA Today article says it best: “Puglia has it all, except the tourists!” Crystal clear, aquamarine waters. Powder-sand beaches. Mouthwatering peasant cuisine and the nicest people in all of Italy!

But along the way, let’s stop in fascinating Matera. When you see the ancient homes built into the rocks, you’ll understand why ‘The Passion of The Christ’ was filmed here. And when we say ‘ancient,’ we mean it! Inhabitants can boast that they’re living in the same dwellings as their ancestors from 9,000 years ago!

We continue on to the 5-Star Patria Palace Hotel in the very heart of Lecce – “the Florence of the South.” We’ll enjoy dinner and overnight in this historic hotel. BB, D

Day 8 - Thursday Lecce City Sightseeing ➤ Dinner Out Tonight

The Old Appian Way ends around the beautiful Baroque city of Lecce. In the main square,

you’ll see the impressive statue of St. Oronzo erected as thanks for ending the plague of 1666.

We will also visit the impressive Basilica of the Holy Cross, and the Bishop’s Palace. This afternoon you’ll have time to explore on your own, shop, or just relax.

Tonight we’ll dine at a great local restaurant featuring the foods and wines of the Puglia region. BB, D

Day 9 - Friday Lecce ➤ Bari ➤ Trulli Area for included Lunch ➤ Lecce

Our last full day in Italy will include a visit to the seaside capital of Puglia – Bari. We’ll visit the old town including St. Nicholas’ Basilica, the Cathedral and the imposing castle.

You might need to remind yourself that you haven’t entered a fairy tale land of miniature castles. Indeed, you’ve entered the Trulli area, famous for the unique circular buildings with conical roofs and domed interiors.

We’ll enjoy a great lunch with local wines at a typical Trulli restaurant.

Tonight, it’s dinner on your own. Why not join you tour-friends at a local eatery, exchange email addresses and plan your next Perillo Tour! BB, L

Day 10 - Saturday Bari - USA

No tears, just great memories of your journey along the ancient Roman Appian Way. Today we fly home to the States, arriving on the same day. Arrivederci! BB

Rome - Hotel Cicerone (First Class)Sorrento- Parco Dei Principi (Deluxe)Lecce- Patria Palace Hotel(Deluxe)


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The Roman poet Statius stated, “The Appian Way is commonly said to be the queen of the long roads.” With the first section completed in 312 BC, it was vital to the success of the Roman empire in battle and in trade.

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7-night cruise Italy, Greece, Turkey & Croatia

Yacht Club Suite with balcony

1 night stay in Venice at the First-Class hotel

3 airport transfers to the ship, to the hotel and back to the airport.

24 Hour Personal Butler Service

Private Gourmet Dining in the Yacht Club’s specialty gourmet restaurants

Room Service around the clock at no extra charge

Private shipboard areas such as the “Top Sail Lounge” and “The One Pool”

Private SPA with private access

Private Pool & Bar

Special private restaurants and menu selections

Complimentary beverages including wines, spirits, beers and soft drinks

Exclusive Retail Services offering jewelry to view in the privacy of your own suite

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

The MSC Divina Cruise Ship

MSC MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE7 Night Deluxe Cruise, Plus 1 Nightin Venice from $3390Aboard the new, MSC Divina featuring all ‘Yacht Club’ suites.

Calling on: Venice, Bari, Katakolon, Izmir, Istanbul, Dubrovnik


Day 5 – Tuesday Izmir & Ephesus, TurkeyThis morning we dock in Izmir, close to Ephesus, important to the history of Turkey, as well as Christianity. You can enjoy an optional tour of Izmir, including the Art & History Museum and a visit to Karsiyaka with its lively Bazaar.

Or, visit the stunning archaeological site of Ephesus and visit the Odeon Theatre built to hold 25,000 spectators and still boasts excellent acoustics. In Roman times Ephesus was the second largest city after Rome. No wonder St. Paul stopped there twice to spread the ‘Good News’. The tour continues with the visit of Mary’s House where the Virgin Mary spent the last years of her life.

Again, these shore excursions are optional and can be purchased right on-board the Divina or in advance at www.msccruisesusa.com. But remember, this is your vacation! So feel free to disembark at your leisure while in port and do-your-own-thing, or do nothing at all.

Day 6 – Wednesday Istanbul, TurkeyStraddling two continents, Europe & Asia, Istanbul is one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Visit the Blue Mosque, the ancient Hippodrome and St. Sophia Church to admire the wonderful Byzantine mosaics. Experience the magnificent Topkapi Palace, center of the Ottoman Empire which also housed the Sultans and their Court.

Make time to indulge in a favorite Turkish pastime - shopping. Don’t really need a new carpet? Try your skills at haggling for one anyway. If you can outwit a Turkish carpet salesman, imagine the bargains you can strike back home!

DAY 1 - Friday Flight to VeniceThe excitement begins with our overnight flight to Venice. Ask about Perillo’s low airfares to Italy. You are also free to book your own flights.

DAY 2 - Saturday Venice

Benvenuti in Italia! Whether you purchased your ticket through Perillo, or on your own,we’re happy to pick you up at the Venice Marco Polo Airport at scheduled timesfor your transfer to your magnificent ship.

A blast of the Divina’s horn signals the start of our adventure! By now, you’ve hada personal orientation of the Yacht Club and learned the features of your suite. Some of us don’t have butlers at home, so go ahead – have him unpack your bags, shine your shoes and bring you an extra-dry martini. A person could get used to this!

Day 3 – Sunday Bari Our first port-of-call is Bari, the second most important city in southern Italy. (For extra credit: What is the first city of the South?) The Church of St. Nicholas and the Norman Castle are highlights of this city from which many American immigrants derive. You can also spend a few hours at the beach, or visit Matera where The Passion of The Christ was filmed.

Day 4 – Monday Katakolon & Olympia, GreeceThis morning we sail into the tiny port town of Katakolon, population 601. But the real reason for this stop is your optional visit to Olympia, site of the first Olympic games. We will admire the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, the Gymnasium, the Hippodrome and the imposing original Olympic stadium where the early Games were held and designed to hold up to 40,000 spectators.

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The MSC Divina Cruise Ship

MSC Divina is the newest ship in the MSC fleet. At 1,095 feet in length, the Divina will offer travelers a true Italian-style cruise experience. She has all the latest exciting features – gourmet- themed restaurants, sports complex, indoor-outdoor pools, a magnificent theater with top entertainment, and wonderful ports-of-call in the Western Mediterranean.

But that’s not good enough for our Perillo guests!

You see, the Divina carries 4,000 passengers in the main section of the ship. But on the upper deck is a private, wood-paneled “club” that looks and feels exactly like a high-end yacht, including our 24 hour private butler service!

CruiseCritic.com calls the MSC Yacht Club cabins, “the best suites at sea.” These are the suites Perillo Tours has reserved for you at the same price, or less, than cabins in the “back of the ship!”

And naturally, you have full access to the facilities throughout the main ship as well, including the restaurants, bars, clubs, casino, swimming pools and theater.


Day 7 – Thursday At SeaNo appointments, no obligations, the day is yours to relax at the spa, linger at lunch, watch a movie in your cabin, or do all three!

Day 8 – Friday Dubrovnik, CroatiaKnown as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’ and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dubrovnik is the most underrated European city. Full of beauty and historical splendor, visit the Cathedral of the Assumption of Mary, a masterwork of stone and adorned with Venetian paintings.

Visit the famous city walls, a series of towers, bastions and fortifications surrounding the entire historical center and port. Built in the 12th century to defend the city against invaders, Dubrovnik’s 6300 feet of walls are considered some of the most beautiful and best preserved in Europe.

Finally, visit the Monastery of St. Francis whose cloister is one of the most magnificent sites in town; the Monastery also houses the oldest pharmacy in Europe, opened in 1317.

DAY 9 - Saturday VeniceThis morning it’s farewell to our new cruising friends, our Yacht Club staff, and yes, sadly our Butler. To soften the blow, we’ll whisk you from the pier to your hotel in Venice for a relaxing evening.

After check-in, walk over to St. Mark’s Square. Yes, the drinks are overpriced, but with it’s theater and live music, it’s a priceless experience.

This evening dinner is on your own.

DAY 10 - Sunday Depart Venice for USAThis morning, your included boat transfer to the Venice airport will be at the ready to begin your trip home, arriving in the USA the same day. A warm “grazie” for traveling with the Perillo Tours family and please return soon! BB

All Deluxe Suites (YC1) + 1 Night First-Class Venice HotelDepart from USA on Fridays. Return from Venice on Sundays.

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5 Tues Izmir/Ephesus, Turkey 7:00AM 2:00PM

6 Wed Istanbul, Turkey 2:30PM 7:30PM

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WHY BOOK YOUR FLIGHTS WITH PERILLO TOURS?

sample airfares

Since airfares are unpredictable the above ‘sample airfares’ are shown in order for you to estimate the complete cost of your tour. You must add estimated departure tax and a fuel surcharge of $450 per person to the above ‘sample airfares’ to estimate your full airfare. Your exact airfare will be advised within 2 business days of booking your tour.

Airfares DO include your roundtrip airport transfers in Italy at scheduled times, provided you arrive and depart on scheduled tour dates. If you wish to arrive earlier or extend you stay, airport transfers are not included.

book early!We strongly recommend you BOOK EARLY as lowest airfares are on a first-come first-serve basis. Plus more availability on most convenient flights and best seats.

air upgrade at affordable prices

When you purchase your coach ticket through Perillo Tours, you can upgrade to Business/First Class for a surcharge of as little as $2799 per person. Live it up a little!

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1. For a seamless travel experience from start to finish.

2. Big savings in both Coach and Business Class.

3. Reserve your flights now but pay later with your final payment.

4. No fees for air ticket change or cancellation until ticketing at 60 days prior to your departure.

5. Earn Frequent Flyer mileage.

CAN’T FIND YOUR HOME CITY? Give us a call and we’ll find the most convenient airport for you.

These fares can help you estimate the full cost of you tour. We will quote your exact airfare within 2 business days of booking.

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INFORMATION AND RESERVATIONS. TERMS AND CONDITIONS.WHY BOOK YOUR FLIGHTS WITH PERILLO TOURS?

places, hotels and motorcoaches are not up to U.S. standards.

If due to weather, flight schedules or other uncontrollable factors, you are required to spend an additional night(s), you will be responsible for your own hotel, transfers and meal costs. Baggage is entirely at owner’s risk. The right is reserved to decline, to accept or retain any person as a member of these trips at any time. In any such event, Perillo Tour’s sole obligation is to refund for any unused accommodations or other trip features. Passenger certifies not to have any mental, physical or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers.

Perillo Tours reserves the right to change the itinerary or trip features at any time and for any reason, with or without notice and/or to substitute airlines or hotels of a similar category for those listed in this brochure, and Perillo Tours shall not be liable for any such changes.

By your knowing the above, you can purchase the Perillo Protection Plan and there will be no misunderstanding before, during or after your vacation.

From time-to-time a tour departure may be cancelled for lack of participation. In such a case, the operator’s sole responsibility is to provide a refund without any other liability whatsoever. Operator will have no further responsibility for any conjunction tickets, non-refundable or otherwise.

ARBITRATION AGREEMENT. Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating in any way to these Terms and Conditions, to the Responsibility Clause, to the brochure, or any other information relating in any way to the trip, or to the trip itself, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration in New Jersey, in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association then existent.

Upon payment of a deposit, tour participant indicates acceptance of the above Terms and Conditions and of the Arbitration Agreement.

OPERATOR/TOUR MEMBER AGREEMENT. Fu r t h e r i n f ormation concerning t h e conditions of this tour is contained in an agreement that will be signed between the tour member and tour operator at the time of tour deposit.

Perillo Tours, Perillo Plaza, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677. Phone: 1-800-431-1515 www.PerilloTours.com

TOUR MEMBERS NEEDING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, dining, getting on and off motorcoaches and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. Travelers who need such assistance must be accompanied by a qualified companion.

OPTIONAL TOURS. Traditionally, tour directors make available for purchase a series of optional excursions and other activities to fill in free days and evenings. You are under no obligation to take any, they are strictly optional. Depending on the tour, if you avail yourself of all optionals, the total will be approximately $200 to $600 per person and is to be paid in Euros while on the tour.

RESPONSIBILITY. Perillo Tours, Inc., and their employees, shareholders, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively “Perillo Tours”), does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip including, for example, lodging facilities, airline, vessel, motorcoach, or other transportation companies, guides or guide services, local ground operators, providers or organizers of optional excursions, food service providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, Perillo Tours is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity or of any third party. Tour members are also subject to the terms and conditions set forth on their airline, rail or cruise line ticket. These conditions are available upon request.

You may see the name PERILLO TOURS affixed to motor vehicles, on signs around the hotel or elsewhere. This use of our name is purely for reasons of identification and does not denote ownership, supervision, or control by Perillo Tours in any way.

In addition and without limitation, Perillo Tours is not responsible for any injury, loss, death, inconvenience, delay, or damage to person or property in connection with the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, mechanical or other failure of airplanes or other means of transportation, or for any failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time. Also be advised that foreign air-conditioning systems in public

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS. United States citizens require a valid passport only, when traveling to Europe. Non-citizens have other requirements which should be checked immediately.

BAGGAGE. Each tour member is limited to one large suitcase and one small carry-on due to limited baggage area on buses. Some airlines are now charging for all checked luggage as well as overweight suitcases. Please check your airline’s website for current information.

As Perillo Tours cannot take responsibility for lost or damaged luggage, the Perillo Protection Plan outlined below is highly recommended.

SINGLE ROOMS. A limited number of single rooms are available at the supplement rate shown for each tour. While single rooms provide privacy, they are often smaller than twin bedrooms and sometimes poorly located, especially in older hotels.

TRIPLE ROOMS. Are available on some tours. They usually consist of a twin bedded room with an additional folding bed or cot for the third person. This may not be comfortable for three adults.

CANCELLATION AND INSURANCE. Because of the extraordinary savings being offered, if you cancel your reservations, the penalties shown below will apply depending on the length of time remaining before departure. Your right to receive a refund is limited. All cancellations and refund requests must be sent to us in writing and are subject to the following cancellation charges which are based on the price of the tour and the number of weeks prior to departure we receive your notice. MOST CHARGES MAY BE AVOIDED BY YOUR ACCEPTING THE PERILLO PROTECTION PLAN EXPLAINED BELOW.

REFUND. All refunds are conditioned upon your understanding that your acceptance of a refund is on the express condition that you release us from all further liability and you thereby waive all additional rights and remedies under this contract or any applicable state, federal or foreign law.

RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT. Receipt of a deposit of $350 per person, and signed contract is required to hold your reservation. The balance is due 60 days before departure. Certified bank checks or credit cards are required for reservations and final payments made within 30 days of departure. For reservations and payments received within 21 days of departure, you will be charged the cost of sending documents by express mail, now in the range of $10 to $25.

PRICES. All prices are subject to increase due to any increase in our costs, such as, but not limited to: increases in air, land or sea fares, fuel cost, and currency fluctuations.All taxes, fuel surcharges, security charges and any other taxes or charges imposed by airlines, airports, cruise lines, governments, etc. are not included in price.

Gratuities not specifically mentioned are excluded.

AIR DEVIATING TOUR MEMBERS must arrange their own transportation from airport to hotel and hotel to airport.

UNUSED TOUR ELEMENTS. No refund will be given for any unused tour features, by reason of customer’s choice, for operational reasons, or because of bad weather.

ERRORS. In case of printing, typographical error, computer error, verbal or human billing error, we reserve the right to invoice or re-invoice participants with corrected billing.

TICKET REVISION/CANCELLATION FEE. Once tickets are issued, a $250 per ticket revision/cancellation fee will apply to each ticket plus the cost of express mail charges. This charge is not covered by the Perillo Protection Plan and subject to change.

HOLIDAYS AND CHANGES. During local or national holidays abroad, certain facilities such as museums, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited. In such instances, and whenever possible, slight itinerary adjustments are made by Perillo Tours to minimize inconvenience to tour members. If, however, your enjoyment might be diminished by such minor limitations, please check with the appropriate tourist office before selecting a departure. Holidays, closing days and other circumstances may change the day of the week for scheduled “dining out”, sightseeing and other activities.

CANCELLATION CHARGES

PRIOR TO DEPARTURE CANCELLATION CHARGES

61 OR MORE DAYS

60–31 DAYS

30–2 DAYS

1 DAY BEFORE DEPARTAND NO SHOWS

$50

30% OF TOUR COST

60% OF TOUR COST

100% OF TOUR COST

All charges indicated above are per person.

PERILLO PROTECTION PLAN: TRAVEL WITH PEACE OF MIND

This coverage is non-refundable and can only be purchased with your tour deposit for $199. If purchased, you will receive a Description of Coverage with your final documents which describe the coverage and exclusions in detail.If you have any questions about the insurance, call :

AIG Travel Guard toll-free: 1-866-221-807824 hours a day, 7 days a week.

$600 Travel Delay: Pays up to $300 per day up to the maximum limit of coverage (if the insured’s trip is delayed for more than 12 hours) for reasonable, additional accommodations until travel becomes possible. This benefit is payable for only one delay for all insureds.$1000 Baggage and Personal Effects: Pays for covered items, lost, stolen, or broken on your trip. $300 Baggage Delay: Pays for the purchase of essential items if your bags are delayed for more than 24 hours while on your trip.$25,000 Medical Expenses: Pays for covered accident, sickness, and emergency dental with no deductibles.

Perillo Tours Pre-Departure Protection: Covers cancellations for any reason. This will protect you against cancellation charges stated above. No-shows are not covered by this plan.A $250 fee to change or cancel your air ticket once tickets are issued is not covered by this plan. This charge is subject to change.The following post-departure insurance is provided by AIG Travel Guard.Tour Cost Trip Interruption: Pays for the financial loss you incur while on tour if you must cancel due to illness, injury, or death of you, a family member, or traveling companion as well as named unforeseen circumstances which may arise.

$50,000 Emergency Medical Transportation: Pays evacuation and transportation expense as directed by a physician to the nearest adequate medical facility.$25,000 Accidental Death and Dismemberment: Pays for direct accidental death and dismemberment 24 hours a day while you are on your trip.$100,000 Flight Accident: Applies only to injury sustained by you while in or on, boarding or alighting from an air conveyance organized and licensed for the transportation of passengers for hire and/or as a result of being struck or run down by an aircraft.AIG Travel Assist: Provides 24-hour assistance to you worldwide.

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Perillo Tours - Italy Brochure - APRIL - OCTOBER 2012