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AMALFI COAST

Hiking on one of the Amalfi Coast's footpaths - once the only means of communication between the region's towns - is the best way to soak in the intensity of this amazing seascape. (Frommer’s Amalfi)

This is Southern Italy at its best. Bathed in sunshine, surrounded by sapphire-blue waters and offering panoramic vistas in every direction, Italy's Amalfi Coast has a monopoly on beauty. The town of Sorrento is the ideal home base for this holiday, offering easy access to all the sights we wish to see. Our hotel, the GRAND HOTEL LA FAVORITA, is located in the historic quarter of Sorrento, just steps from the town's main shopping area and notable sites, and you will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy a gelato or an espresso at a corner café. We’ll hike the trails high above the town as they meander amongst the lemon groves, through the tiny alleyways of farming villages, and along the coastal paths that are famous in this region. Naturally, we shall hike the aptly-named "Pathway of the Gods" culminating in a view of Positano most only see in postcards. The "Amalfi Drive" along one of the most famous stretches of coastline will undoubtedly be a highlight as well. This “road of 1001 turns” is a little like a roller-coaster ride, and although you might be tempted to close your eyes, the scenery will force you to keep them open! The reward, of course, is that this road leads to the picturesque towns of Positano and Amalfi. From Sorrento, we shall take a ferry to join the glitterati on the posh island of Capri, where our hikes will take us to the enigmatic Faraglioni Rocks and the natural wonder of the arco naturale plus give you a chance to visit the grotta azzura. The family-owned CANASTA HOTEL, just a short walk from the piazzetta, will serve as our own private oasis. Our holiday concludes with a visit to Mt. Vesuvius and a tour of Pompeii to witness the destruction inflicted up on it by the infamous volcano. Amazingly, much of the town remains as it was on that fateful day of August 24th 79 A.D. The Amalfi Coast has won the hearts (and stomachs) of many, so join us for 2 weeks of dolce far niente.

DATES:

April 4 to 16, 2011

GRADE:

Moderate

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

-	12 nights' hotel accommodations
-	12 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 10 dinners
-	7 ½ guided hikes
-	Tarantella Show
-	Visit to Mt. Vesuvius & guided tour of Pompeii
-	Ground transportation and transfers

COST:

$3575 CAD land

Send $300 deposit to reserve - balance is payable February 2, 2011

GROUP AIRFARE:

$880 CAD + air taxes* of $365

Overnight flight departing April 3 from Toronto (Canada) and returning April 16. Departures from other cities are possible; please call to enquire.

* Air taxes subject to change by the airlines