Cinque Terre, Carrara and Medieval Hill Towns
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- Discover how inhabitants carved vineyard terraces along the steep mountainside in the Cinque Terre
- Walk scenic paths with breathtaking vistas of the mountains that plunge into the Mediterranean sea
- Consider the experiences of Romantic English poets who lived near and were inspired by the bay of Lerici
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- 10 nights of accommodations
- 5 expert-led lectures
- 15 expert-led field trips
- An experienced Group Leader
- Customary gratuities throughout the program
- Road Scholar Assurance Plan
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Program Concludes
Activity note: Hotel check out 11:00 a.m. See your program’s travel details regarding transfers.
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Hotel Shelley e delle Palme - 9 nights Lerici
The hotel is located in the center of the small town, on the waterfront overlooking the castle and bay of Lerici. All rooms have a terrace with view of the bay. Roof top breakfast room, lounge and bar on ground floor. Across the street from the hotel you can use the steps of a dock to have a refreshing swim. A sandy public beach is a short walk from the hotel.
Hotel Bologna - 1 night Pisa
Centrally located in old Pisa 500 yards from train station and 3/4 mile from the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Typical Tuscan palazzo with balcony to enjoy breakfast or happy hour. On a parallel street of Corso Italia, Pisa's main pedestrian shopping district that leads to the Arno River from the train station. Finely appointed lobby and rooms.
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