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THE ITALIAN RIVIERA WITH A TWIST

June Departure 

 

Have you ever wondered what its like to be part of the elite?

" The rich and famous"

The glitz and the glamour...

Well this is the tour for you!

The love affair with Italy Continues

 

This time we’re off to

Portofino!

Cinque Terre!

Bologna!

 

Who’s coming with me?

 

We have something REALLY special in store for you

Centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Italian Riviera coastline

What about sipping an Aperitif while watching the sunset on your very own private boat

 

OR

Exploring the gorgeous FIVE Villages that make up the Cinque Terre

 

AMAZING local food and wines

 

Tick that bucket list off and come join me for some fun and adventure

 

If you want to be one of the select 10 people in this exclusive and intimate group

then send me an email via the link above to find out more.

Lets experience the life of the RICH AND FAMOUS !

 

 

Your Host 

Join Romina Izzo -  Founder of Travel with a Twist

your personal guide and host to The Italian Riviera.

 

As an Australian born to Italian parents, I passionately hold two flags.

Building amazing Italian Travel Experiences for my clients is one of my most satisfying and rewarding roles.

 

Having travelled the world extensively, I have had the fantastic opportunity to live abroad in Italy (Rome) for a few years, studying the language, experiencing the culture and making wonderful lifelong friends. Throughout my journey, I discovered towns hidden away from the usual tourist routes that were for me, so captivating I began to explore the back roads of Italy in more detail.

 

So why don’t you join me, make some new Twist Club friends and experience The Italian Riviera on one of my Italian "Experiences of a lifetime".

 

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Town of Manarola 

Portofino 

Beautiful Village of Manarola

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INCLUSIONS

 

What’s included in the tour

 

Hosted by Romina Izzo – Founder of Travel with a Twist

Tour Manager for the entire tour

All transfers as per the itinerary

Hotel city taxes

Cinque Terre fees 

9 nights’ accommodation 

Breakfast, Lunches,  Dinners (as outlined in the itinerary)  

 Private English-speaking guides 

Entrance fees (as outlined in the itinerary)

Boat tour

What’s not included in the tour

 

International Airfares and taxes

Visa’s if applicable

Items of a personal nature

Any meals not mentioned in the above itinerary  

Travel Insurance - please contact Travel with a Twist for assistance

 

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AIRFARES

Airfares can be included, to ensure you have a better holiday experience and receive the best possible value.

The benefits of booking your flights with us, we’re with you every step of the way. Unforeseen circumstances can occur like for instance ash clouds, cancelled flights and schedule changes are all unfortunately now part of modern air travel. Whilst we can’t eliminate them completely, it is reassuring to know that you’re in good hands throughout your journey.

FLEXIBILITY WITH GROUP AIRFARES - A group airfare is considered 10 people or more departing altogether from the same city. The benefits of a group airfare allow you the flexibility to extend your stay, fly out from different cities, upgrade flights to Business or First Class and, pay a deposit to secure the flights until the airlines advise the last day to purchase.

 

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The picturesque village of Vernazza., Cinque Terre

WEATHER

What's the Weather like for the Italian Riviera in June?
 

June is the perfect time to visit the Italian Riviera. 

During your stay you can expect plenty of clear blue skies with loads of sunshine and temperatures of up to 26°C during the warmest part of the day.

The temperature cools down to 22°C after sunset, which is still pleasantly warm

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QUICK OVERVIEW 

 

 

DAY 1 - MILAN / PORTOFINO
 

Welcome to Milan!

Check into your exquisite seafront hotel in Portofino

(3 nights)

 

 (Aperitif & Dinner)

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Historical park of Villa Durazzo Pallavi

Day 2 - PORTOFINO

 

Today we’re off to explore the Italian Riviera

 

Lunch at the local Trattoria

 

On our return to Portofino the evening is free to relax over a glass of wine or an antipasto.

 

(Breakfast & Lunch)

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Day 3 - PORTOFINO

 

The day is yours to relax and soak up the beautiful surroundings

 

Tonight, we have an UNFORGETTABLE evening planned for you

 

(Breakfast, & Aperitif )

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Beautiful sea coast with colorful houses

Day 4 - PORTOFINO / CINQUE TERRE (LEVANTO)

 

We have a coach transfer awaiting to take us from Portofino to the Cinque Terre (Levanto)

 

I'm so Excited!

You will have a couple of hours to digest and soak in your beautiful surroundings,

check you into your hotel for the next 3 nights

 

We are keeping it nice and simple this evening, dinner at the Hotel’s Restaurant

 

(Breakfast & Dinner)

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Day 5 - CINQUE TERRE (LEVANTO)

 

 

Its ALL about the FABULOUS “FIVE LANDS”

 

Grab your hiking boots we’re heading to the towns of Vernazza and Riomaggiore while

stopping along the way to enjoy a wine tasting and light lunch

 

It’s a big day planned with some wonderful surprises!

 

(Breakfast & Lunch )

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Day 6 - CINQUE TERRE (LEVANTO)

 

The whole day is yours to embrace and enjoy the Cinque Terre

(Breakfast)

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Day 7 - CINQUE TERRE (LEVANTO) / BOLOGNA

 

We have a coach transfer awaiting to take us from the Cinque Terre (Levanto) to Bologna

 

We say farewell to the Cinque Terre and embark on a new journey to Bologna and a

gastronomic delight!

 

You are going to LOVE it!

(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Day 8 - BOLOGNA

 

 

A little taste and a wonderful introduction to the highlights of Bologna

 

We only have a short time in Bologna , We have a few highlights of this beautiful city in store

Tonight we have a REALLY special dinner planned so get ready!

(Breakfast & Dinner)

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Day 9 - BOLOGNA / FLORENCE

 

Breakfast at the Hotel.

It’s an early start to the day

We have a coach transfer awaiting to take us from Bologna to Florence Train Station.

(Breakfast)

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Al Saraceno Restaurant

Please note* Activities planned, hotels and restaurants may slightly change due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control. 

 

 

 

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EXCLUSIVE SMALL GROUP TOURING

All our tours are Intimate Small group tours of 15 or less, this allows you to enjoy more time getting to know your Twist Club fellow travellers and form friendships. Ask questions to our experienced guides and explore the back roads with their hidden jewels the 50 seater coaches just can’t get to.

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AREAS VISITED

Portofino, Cinque Terre, Bologna  

AND 

Some surprises along the way......

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San Fruttuoso, Italian Riviera

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Manarola village, Cinque Terre.

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PRICE

 

Hosted by Romina Izzo 

08 Nights / 09 Days 

 

LAND ONLY 

Based on Twin Share  

 

Contact Travel with a Twist 

Single Supplement upon request

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

 

Minimum numbers

Minimum number to proceed with the tour is 10 people

 

Travel Insurance

It is a condition of booking and a requirement from Travel with a Twist that you purchase travel insurance which provides cover for such things as pre-tour cancellation, personal accident and sickness, medical expenses, emergency evacuation/repatriation, loss of luggage and personal effects. This can either be arranged through Travel with a Twist or by your own preferred supplier. We will require your Insurance certificate prior to travel.

Payment terms

Deposit ( at the time of booking)

A non-refundable deposit of $2,000 is due to confirm your place on this tour 

If Romina Izzo is not able to fulfill her commitments as host due to illness or death, either of herself or of a family member, then a suitable replacement will be engaged to host the tour in her place. Cancellations will not be accepted in the unlikely event of this happening.

Airline 

Please contact Travel with a Twist for current airfares and flight reservations

Prices

Prices specified are based on tariffs applicable at the time of printing; these may be subject to change without prior notice until final payment date.

Group cost quoted for this tour is based on a minimum of 10 guests. 

If the minimum number of guests is not reached the tour cost will be reassess or cancelled and deposits will be refunded to those that have paid.

Itinerary and accommodation subject to change.

Tour pace

The tour is an easy-moderate tour that requires the ability to walk for a few hours a day.

Visa 

Australian and New Zealand passport holders do not require a visa for Italy 

Currency

All rates are quoted in Australian dollars (AUD) or as otherwise indicated.​

Travel documents

Travel documents/Vouchers will be sent via email 60 days prior to the traveller’s arrival in Italy.

Cancellation Policy

Travel with a Twist strongly recommends that travellers purchase Travel Insurance in case of trip cancellation. The following cancellation penalties apply for individual bookings

(unless otherwise specified)

In case of cancellation up to 60 days before arrival– 30% will be lost

In case of cancellation up to 60 - 30 days prior to arrival date - 75% will be lost

In case of cancellation less than 30 days prior to arrival date - 100% of the full cost of your holiday will be lost.

Solo Travelling

Where possible Travel with a Twist is continually working with their suppliers on your behalf, to waiver or reduced any Single Supplements on many of our most popular tours!

Refunds

All refunds will be processed within 30 days of cancellation. But will be subject to Travel with a Twist Terms and Conditions and third-party supplier.

 

Changes requested during vacation

We will do our utmost to satisfy any alternations or cancellations of services you request during your vacation although penalty fees may apply.

 

Unforeseen circumstances

Travel with a Twist and its suppliers intend to provide you with all services that you request from us. In rare cases, when it is not possible to confirm your reservation due to the availability of requested service we will provide a suitable alternative comparable in price and standard. If you decline the alternative and have already been charged for the original booking a full refund will be given.

 

If any event beyond the control of Travel with a Twist and its suppliers occurs, whether it be airport or seaport closures, war or terrorist threats, civil unrest, or any other unforeseen circumstance, causing either delays or change of vacation arrangements. Travel with a Twist cannot accept liability for any resulting loss, damage or expense and any refund will be subject to deduction of reasonable

expenses.

 

 

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CURRENCY

ITALY

The official currency in Italy is the Euro (symbol €)

Notes are in denominations of €500, 200, 100, 50, 20, 10 and 5

Coins are in denominations of €2, 1, and 50, 20, 10, 5, 2 and 1 cents

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