New Zealand Self-Drive Option

Mendal 10th Anniversary Trip

Italy Itinerary

Proposed Itinerary Outline

29 August 2015 Depart US

30 August 2015 Arrive at Naples, driver set for transfer to Amalfi Coast to hotel or ferry to Capri *private boats

available

31 August 2015 Amalfi/Capri

01 September 2015 Amalfi/Capri

02 September 2015 Depart for Rome, via private driver

03 September 2015 Rome

04 September 2015 Rome

05 September 2015 Depart Rome for Florence via private driver/guide or train

06 September 2015 Florence

07 September 2015 Florence

08 September 2015 Florence

09 September 2015 Depart Florence for Venice via private driver/guide or train

10 September 2015 Venice

11 September 2015 Depart Venice for Home

All Prices Subject To Change

Amalfi Coast/Capri Activities

Private Capri Tour Including Blue Grotto

from Capri – Spend a half day with one

of the local guides who will show you

the best of Capri and Anicapri by car

and the half day tour will be

customized to you. 400 Euros

Amalfi Coast by Private Boat– Whether

from Capri or Amalfi your private boat

will take you along the coast with its

blue grottos and to destinations only

available by boat. 1200 Euros

Santa Caterina Capri

A late 19th century liberty style villa

immersed in the beautiful scenery of the

Amalfi Coast, an elegant seaside

residence surrounded by the perennial

blue of the Mediterranean sea and sky.

The Santa Caterina has two restaurants:

Restaurant Santa Caterina in the main

building and Restaurant Al Mare at sea

level. The cuisine is so famous that it has

been hosted in New York's Hotel Plaza

on more than one occasion. Our award-

winning cuisine is part of the enjoyment

of the Santa Caterina. The fame of our

two restaurants is recognized by the

most authoritative guidebooks

worldwide. The hotel also has two bars.

Two elevators cut into the rock lead

directly to the private beach and sea-

water swimming pool open from 8.00

a.m. to 7 p.m. from April to October,

weather permitting. The gym with its

sophisticated equipment is at the guests'

disposal without the supervision of an

instructor and is open from 8.00 a.m. to

10 p.m.

Standard Double room with Sea View

Balcony from 570 Euros per night.

Hotel Punta Tragera

A unique luxury hotel in Capri and daring

design, sculpted out of the rock face, where

no two rooms are the same and where

nature reigns supreme in a natural setting

where space has created a stronghold of

incomparable beauty where emotions

constantly surprise and delight. Everything at

the Hotel Punta Tragara has been studied

and created to serve guests in the most

impeccable manner and make them feel at

their ease.

Your room will be in the swimming pool area

of the Hotel and is comfortably furnished, has

beautiful marble bathrooms with large

shower stalls and balconies or small terraces

with a sea view and view on the bay of

Marina Piccola.

Double Superior Sea View room: 270-290 sq.

ft. from 720 Euros per night/ non-refundable

rate from 612 Euros per night

Rome Activities

Private Vatican Guide and No Line Entry–

Experience the Sistine Chapel and Vatican

with a tour tailor made to you to see the

areas of the Vatican that represent your

interests. 350 Euros per person

Ancient Rome and Coloseum Special Tour –

Leave the crowds behind with our priority

entrance ticket, booking an exciting private

guided tour of the Colosseum’s

underground dungeons, arena, and third

tier. 350 Euros per person

Segway Tour of Ancient Rome – This is a

highlights tour of all the ancient sites, except

via Segway. 130 Euros per person

The Portrait Roma

Delight in the ‘Dolce Vita’ at the breathtaking

Portrait Roma in the heart of Via Condotti, a stone

throw away from the Spanish Steps. The magical

feeling of these luxury suites in Rome resembles the

divine spirit of a fashion studio or film set and is

carried on in the splendid bedrooms comprised of

the finest materials, the bathrooms of superb

beauty, the delightful living rooms, and the

comfort of the hidden kitchen area. The Portrait

Roma concept was developed to provide a luxury

Italian style town house, where the warm and

welcoming atmosphere, the accent on one-to-

one relationships and the customization of service

make guests feel they’re in their own pied à terre

in the capital. The project has strong affinities with

the concept of a fashion atelier, so it’s no great

coincidence that it’s located over the new

Salvatore Ferragamo Man’s Store in Rome.

Portrait Studio: 355 sq. ft. from 590 Euros per night/

Non-refundable rate from 496 Euros per night

Grand Hotel Via Veneto

Located in the heart of historic Rome

on the exclusive Via Veneto, Jumeirah

Grand Hotel Via Veneto in Rome is

housed in two renovated and restored

19th century villas, masterfully

combined to create a modern

masterpiece.

With two fine dining restaurants, a

rooftop solarium, the state-of-the-art

Agva City Spa, and a Technogym

Fitness Center, the Jumeirah Grand

Hotel Via Veneto is the perfect luxury

hotel in Rome for a city break. With a

legendary art collection including

works by Picasso, Dali, and Guttuso,

and the grand marble bathrooms in

every suite, this five-star hotel in Rome

exemplifies luxury. Yet it’s the warmth of

their welcome that will make you want

to return.

Superior Room: 280 – 365 sq. ft. from 365

Euros per night

Florence Activities

Florence Highlights Walking Tour- Explore one of the

world’s oldest and most fascinating cities with a local

guide to give you the lay of land. 350 Euros

Florence Museums w/Private Guide– See the very best

of one of Italy’s most enchanting cities on this 3 hour

walking tour. 350 Euros

Vasari Corridor The Vasari Corridor and Uffizi Gallery is

definitely the highest cultural and exclusive experience

in Florence. This passageway is dated back to 1564

when the Grand Duke of Florence Cosimo I de' Medici,

ordered his favorite architect Giorgio Vasari, to built a

path that would allow him and the Royal family to

move freely and privately from their residence (Palazzo

Pitti) to the government palace (Palazzo della

Signoria) on the other side of the river Arno. Hidden

between city houses and even passing through a

church, the Vasari Corridor has evolved as one of the

most astounding architectural masterpieces of the

Renaissance. Priced small group or by reservation.

Florence Bike Tour With Guide: Enjoy Florence by

covering more ground than walking but still enjoy the

non-motorized vehicle streets. The bets way to see

Florence! 260 Euros

Hotel Lungarno

Your charming home away from

home, a stone throw away from

Ponte Vecchio. Florence and Tuscan

hospitality are experienced at its

finest in this splendid setting offering

stunning views on the master works of

the Renaissance. The exclusive and

stylish Hotel Lungarno was designed

by the Florentine architect Michele

Bönan and invites you to spend

magical days surrounded by luxury,

glamorous art and culture. This luxury

hotel in Florence offers a precious art

collection from the 900’s, such as

works by Picasso and Cocteau,

Tuscan and Italian world-class

temptations at its gourmet restaurant

Borgo San Jacopo, and a

breathtaking view onto the River

Arno.

Studio: 398 sq. ft. from 549 Euros per

night/ Non-refundable rate from 383

Euros per night

J.K. Place Firenze

J.K. Place Firenze is more like a

sophisticated home than a hotel, with

working fireplaces, antiques and

collectables reminiscent of the items a

family would accumulate over several

generations. The Chinese prints, brass-

framed photographs, neo-classical

furniture and lamps from the 50s and

60s fit perfectly with the sleek masculine

soft-coloured décor.

J.K. Lounge Bar and Restaurant is a

kind of multifaceted and charming

club which attracts a cross range of

society, from businessmen to ineffable

beauties, glamorous international stars

and elegantly dressed local ladies. One

can stop by for a quick luncheon, take

tea in the afternoon, or enjoy the

decadent pleasures of an aperitif

followed by a delightful dinner. Quite

often many choose to reserve the

Lounge for a private dinner evening, or

a working lunch, as well as for

celebrating a special birthday in the

magical “townhouse” atmosphere…

Superior Double Room: 300 sq. ft. from

450 Euros per night

The Westin Excelsior

The Westin Excelsior is an undisputed

masterpiece in it’s own right: a

stunning renaissance Palace with

cutting edge contemporary interiors

however flawlessly paired with

unique renaissance features.

Centrally located on the banks of

the Arno River, in the heart of the

historic center, nearby the most

famous works of art and elegant

shopping streets, the Hotel Excelsior

is just a few minutes from the main

railway station and conveniently

accessible from all parts of he city.

The new Rooftop Restaurant of the

Westin Excelsior Florence, almost

entirely made of glass, reopens its

doors to Florence and its

international crowd after twenty

years. Its unique location provides

the most breathtaking 360 degree

view of the whole city over the

rooftops, the churches and the bell

towers with the River Arno and the

Ponte Vecchio as background, all

embraced by the picturesque hills of

Tuscany.

Premium Deluxe Room – Premium

Deluxe Room: 269–323 sq. ft. from

523 Euros per night

Venice Activities

Venice City – Rising dream-like from the waters

of the lagoon, Venice has enchanted

travellers for centuries. Don’t miss the

opportunity to discover one of the world’s

most fascinating cities on this inspirational 4

hour tour – an absolute must for first-time

visitors! 400 Euros

Grand Canal by Private Water Taxi– Plunge

into the history that spans centuries and

breathe the animated, vibrant atmosphere

from the citiy’s main vein of transportation. 650

Euros per person

Murano, Burano, Torcello – Leave the tourist

bustle of the city center and enjoy an exciting

boat trip to 3 of the best-loved Venetian

islands. 120 Euros per hour

The Westin Europa & Regina

The Europa & Regina is ideally located

on the Grand Canal, only a few steps

away from St. Mark's square and all

famous sights. Located just in front of

the most beautiful church of the Italian

Barocco, the "Salute", built in 1631 by

Baldassare Longhena, the Europa &

Regina Hotel is considered as one of

the most pleasant places in

Venice. The hotel is the result of the

joining of five buildings from the 16th to

the 18th centuries. The main one has

belonged to the Tiepolo's, one of the

most influential Venetian families, who

gave the "Serenissima" Republic one

"Doge" and the great rococo painter,

Giambattista. The French Impressionist

Claude Monet, who used to stay at the

hotel, painted scenes of Venice from

his room. A selection of terraces that sit

on the Grand Canal offer around the

clock gastronomic experiences and

unparalleled views.

Deluxe Room: 226-338 sq. ft. From 490

Euros per night/ Non-refundable rate of

471 Euros per night

The Gritti Palace

The Gritti Palace is where history and

culture meet with renewed Venetian

style. A place of exceptional art and

elegance, reassuringly intimate with

a homely feel. The Gritti Palace is

where multiple generations of elite

global influencers gather to socialise,

draw inspiration, and celebrate. The

reference point for the world's elite at

international city events such as the

Biennale of Contemporary Art and

the Venice Film Festival. After a meticulous restoration, explore the

hotel's original wooden ceilings,

original entrance flooring, dressing-

table mirrors and 18th century wall

lamps, hand-made in Murano, and

more.

Venetian 700-style Room: 289-447 sq.

ft. from 990 Euros per night/ Non-

refundable rate of 866 Euros per night

Travel Times

Capri to Rome: Approximately 40 minute ferry ride to Naples; 2 hours 30 minutes

drive to Rome

Rome to Florence: Approximately 1 hour 50 minutes by train; Approximately 3

hours by car

Florence to Venice: Approximately 2 hours 5 minutes by train; Approximately 2

hours 47 minutes by car