Hearst Ranch Winery Tuscany Pre-Cruise - June 2-7, 2021
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Inland Travel
Destination Management Co.
Hearst Ranch Winery
Tuscany Pre-Cruise
June 2-7, 2021
Day 1: Wednesday June 2, 2021
Arrive in Rome.
Check in and overnight at Starhotels Metropole****
Located in the city center, near the Roma Termini railway station and the Rome Opera House, the Starhotels Metropole, with
its evocative blend of comfort and class, shows Rome at its multifaceted best.
The Colosseum, the Fori Imperiali and the Trevi Fountain are reachable within a 10 minute walk.
Dinner at leisure
Day 2: Thursday June 3, 2021
Breakfast at the Hotel Metropole and check out.
9.30am Meet our English-speaking driver in the hotel lobby and transfer
North to Tuscany via luxury air conditioned motor coach.
First stop :Castiglione
della Peascaia, an
ancient seaside town
located in Southern
Tuscany, originally
settled by Etruscans.
Renowned for its
beautiful beaches and
nestled between blue
sea and green hills, Castiglione is dominated by a medieval fortress with sweeping
views of the Tyrrhenian Sea and skirted by the Pineta del Tombolo pine forest and the famed wetlands of Natural Reserve Diaccia Botrona
populated by colorful flamingos and herons.
Transfer to Roccamare Resort located in one of the most fascinating stretches of the
Tuscan coast for a seaside al fresco Welcome Lunch.
Transfer to Cortona and check in at the Hotel Relais Chateaux “Il Falconiere” ****
Tonite’s dinner will be at
leisure. (not incl.)
Surrounded by vineyards
and olive groves as far as
the eye can see and
immersed in a relaxing atmosphere, Villa Il Falconiere is the epitome of a
Tuscany dream.
Once home to the famous poet Antonio Guadagnoli, the ancient Villa of the
17th century, has been transformed into a jewel of hospitality by the owners
Silvia & Riccardo Baracchi.
Silvia is the superb Michelin Star Chef of the Il Falconiere restaurant where we
will partake in a cooking class and celebrate our Bon Voyage dinner!
Day 3: Friday June 4, 2021
Today choose your option!
Option 1: Florence
Guided tour of Florence: get to know the
city’s origins and more than 2,000 years of
Florentine history. Learn why Florence
became the birthplace of the Renaissance
and visit Florence’s best-known treasures,
including the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and the
Florence Accademia Gallery home to Michelangelo’s world-famous
Renaissance Statue of David
After a late lunch at local restaurant, an afternoon shopping treat on the
way back to our hotel: we will make a 1hr 30 stop at the most fashion-
able Luxury Outlet Shopping Mall: The Mall Firenze, located in Leccio, just south of Florence: enjoy all your
favorite designer brands at discounted prices!
Option 2: Vintage Fiat 500 drive through the Chianti hills
Experience "La Dolce Vita" behind the wheel of an authentic Fiat 500, a true icon of Italian design,
driving on some of the circuit of the Via Francigena and “Eroika” bike race
Experience "La Dolce Vita" behind the wheel of an authentic Fiat 500, a true icon of Italian design, driving on some of the
circuit of the Via Francigena and “Eroika” bike race Drive along scenic country roads offers splendid views of the rolling
hillside, Sangiovese vineyards and olive groves. Enjoy the medieval atmosphere created by little churches and ancient
castles. Our knowledgeable and experienced English-speaking escort
will give us the opportunity to do several stops for photos along the
way.. After several panoramic stops, we arrive at a lovely winery, enjoy
a guided tour of the ancient cellar,
and learn all the secrets about their
wine and olive oil production. A
typical Tuscan light lunch will be
served with a tasting of 3 wines.
Transfer back to hotel Il Falconiere
at the end of the day.
Dinner at leisure. (not incl.)
Overnight at Il Falconiere Relais
Chateaux
Day 4: Saturday, June 5. 2021
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to San Gemignani for a guided visit of this medieval town, a Unesco
World Heritage Site. With its 14 towers and picturesque cobbled squares, the
town is probably the most scenic hilltop village in Tuscany.
Free leisure time to shop and get lunch. (not incl.)
Transfer to Siena after lunch: guided visit and walking tour of this perfectly
preserved town, a shrine to Gothic architecture. Siena is famous for its cuisine,
art, museums and medieval architecture.
Transfer back to our hotel.
This evening we’ll enjoy a cooking-class at
the hotel and learn how to prepare an authentic
Tuscan meal in Il Falconiere’s residential style
kitchen, using local organically grown ingredi-
ents and personally selected by Michelin Chef
Sylvia.
We then get to savor the fruits of our labor during a seated dinner in the charming dining room!
Overnight at Il Falconiere Relais Chateaux
Day 5: Sunday June 6, 2021
Breakfast at the hotel.
Today our itinerary takes us
South for a full day food &
wine tour. First to a wine cellar in
Montalcino to sample a Brunello
di Montalcino served with a
delicious light lunch of the
local produce.
Then on to Pienza to discover the
“Touchstone of Renaissance
Urbanism.” This charming
village is widely
known as the "ideal city of the
Renaissance", the creation of the
great humanist Enea Silvio. Taste
Pienza’s most renowned
tradition: the Pecorino cheese.
We end the afternoon with a
guided cellar tour in the
medieval village of Montepulciano where we get to pair local wines with a selection of cheeses and cold cuts, along with fresh
bread and various olive oils. Time - permitting, we will visit Montepulciano, where the stateliness of its Renaissance buildings and
the refined beauty of the town's churches mix with the ancient tradition of winemaking.
Transfer back to our hotel at the end of the day.
Bon Voyage Dinner will be held at Il Falconiere’s gastronomic Michelin * restaurant.
Overnight at Il Falconiere Relais Chateaux
Day 6: Monday, June 7, 2021
Breakfast at the hotel and check out.
Today we head back to Rome where our ship awaits and another wonderful adventure begins!
First stop: Massa Marittima, a hidden Tuscan jewel perched on a panoramic hill north of Grosseto, in Southern Tuscany.
The historical town center has 13th century Etruscan origins and many signs of the past are still recognizable in the perfectly
preserved city walls, and in the narrow streets representing one of the most important urbanistic architectural complexes in all
of Tuscany.
Short guided visit of the town and some leisure time for lunch.(not incl.)
Transfer to Rome Civitavecchia for All Onboard between 3.00pm and 4.00pm!
Bon Voyage!YOUR HOTELS
Starhotels Metropole**** in Roma
Starhotels Metropole is in Rome's central Repubblica area, 90 m from the Opera House. The Coliseum and the
Trevi Fountain can be reached on foot in 10-15 minutes. The hotel has free WiFi throughout. Rooms are
elegant, modern and air conditioned, and come with a 32" LCD satellite TV. Each one also features comfortable
beds and tea/coffee making facilities. Rooms for disabled people are available, and all have a mini-bar. Apicio
by Eataly restaurant serves both Roman cuisine and a range of international dishes, all prepared with products
by Eataly. The varied breakfast served in the morning is an American-style buffet. Guests can enjoy delicious
drinks and live piano music in the Rendez-Vous by Eataly bar.
Relais & Châteaux Il Falconiere***** in Cortona
This splendid 17th century manor lies in the Tuscan countryside, just outside Cortona. It features a Michelin-
starred restaurant, and a luxury wellness center with outdoor and indoor pools. Free Wi-Fi is available
throughout. Rooms at Il Falconiere are set in different locations around the estate, which is home to vineyards
and olive groves. Each room is equipped with flat-screen satellite TV and a private bathroom. Guests can relax
by the outdoor pool, with sun beds and deck chairs. The Thesan Etruscan Spa offers a sauna, sensory showers
and a Turkish bath, as well as beauty treatments and massages. Set in a converted orangery, the restaurant serves
traditional Tuscan dishes. Guests can sample the estate's own Baracchi wines, or join one of the Cooking under
the Tuscan Sun gourmet cooking courses. Relais & Châteaux Il Falconiere is 1.6 mi from Cortona's historic
center, and a 15-minute drive from Lake Trasimeno.PRICING
Price for the tour WITH FLORENCE OPTION:
Price per person accommodated in a Deluxe Price in Euros
double/twin room
Price based on a minimum of 24 participants 2500 Euros
Single supplement 880 Euros
Price for the tour WITH FIAT 500 OPTION:
Price per person accommodated in a Deluxe Price in Euros
double/twin room
Price based on a minimum of 24 participants 2800 Euros
Single supplement 880 Euros
Extra night in a Deluxe room at the Starhotels Metropole**** in Rome : 300 euros / room / night*
Additional cost for a Junior Suite at the Starhotels Metropole**** in Rome : 80 euros / room / night*
Additional cost for a Suite at the Relais & Châteaux Il Falconiere***** in Cortona : 200 euros / room
/ night*
* Pricing may vary upon availability and booking timePRICE INCLUSIONS
The tour price includes:
- 1-night accommodation at the Starhotels Metropole**** in Rome: with breakfast, city tax and
porterage included
- 4-night accommodation at the Relais & Châteaux Il Falconiere***** in Cortona : with breakfast,
city tax and porterage included
- Activities and visits mentioned in the above itinerary
- Lunch on day 2, 3 & 5
2-course menu including wine, mineral water and coffee are included - quantity determined from
menu, any extras will be charged as an additional fee
- Dinner on day 4 & 5
3-course menu including wine, mineral water and coffee - quantity determined from menu, any
extras will be charged as an additional fee
- 3-hour cooking-class followed by dinner on day 4
- One English-speaking licensed guide for :
1 hour on day 6,
Full-day on day 3, 4 & 5 (no guide on evenings, day1 & 2)
- Private luxury bus with A/C, W/C, driver throughout the tour from Rome departure on day 2 to
drop off in Civitavecchia pier on day 6
- 1 small bottle of water per person and per day is included
- Driver and waiters gratuities
The tour price does NOT include:
- Individual transfer upon arrival on day 1 - please see pricing above,
- Guide gratuities,
- International flights or any fees related to it,
- Airfare from the US to Italy and from Italy to the US & passport fees,
- Personal expenses such as excess or overweight baggage charges, laundry, telephone, email,
room services,
- Individual travel insurance, baggage/ personal accident insurance, medical expenses,
- Meals not specified in the itinerary,
- Availability of Guide and Coach other than services described in the above offer,
- Entrance fees/visits/activities not specified in the itinerary,
- Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour,
- Any other service that is not listed under the « the price includes » sectionTERMS AND CONDITIONS
AVAILABILITY OF THE SERVICES
The hotels are on hold for the Heart Ranch Winery Group until September 30th, 2020.
The prices offered for the requested number of rooms and participants will thus not vary before the end of this period.
DEPOSIT AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE
1st deposit of 30% will be due by February 25th, 2021 (non-refundable)
2nd deposit of 35% will be due by March 25th, 2021
Final payment will be due by April 25th, 2021
(Visa, Mastercard or American Express)
FINAL DOCUMENTS
You will receive the final documents, via email, 30 days prior to the arrival date in Italy.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Inland Travel strongly recommends that travelers purchase trip cancellation/interruption insurance.
Every cancellation must be notified to Inland Travel by email.
Within 30 days of receiving written notification of the cancellation, refund will be processed.
CANCELLATIONS
If the cancellation occurs between February 25th, 2021 and March 25th, 2021; Inland Travel will charge 30% of the trip.
If the cancellation occurs between March 26th, 2021 and April 25th, 2021; Inland Travel will charge 65% of the trip.
If the cancellation occurs from April 26th, 2021; Inland Travel will charge 100% of the trip
DURING THE TRIP
Each tour that will be cancelled, modified, interrupted or shorten for any reason by the client during his stay, will not
give right to any refund or any compensation. Each additional fee due to a modification or addition requested by the
client, will be charged to the client.
UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES
Trip costs do not include items not specified in the itinerary. Although Inland Travel will make every effort to adhere to
this itinerary, on rare occasions it may be necessary to make an adjustment to these arrangements. Should such adjust-
ment be necessary, a substitute will be offered when and where possible. Inland Travel cannot accept liability if war,
terrorist activities, civil unrest, exceptional closures of airports and seaports, and any other event outside the control of
Inland Travel, occurs and causes cancellations, delays, holidays changes or extensions.HEALTH AND CAPABILITIES INLAND TRAVEL requires that all participants be in good physical and mental health to participate. While we encourage participation of disabled passengers on our tours, some itineraries and sites are simply not accessible by wheelchair or motorized scooter. When reserving your tour, please inform INLAND TRAVEL of any physical disabilities and limitations so that they can help you determine the appropriateness of the itinerary you select. If such limitations cause you to require additional assistance, INLAND TRAVEL asks that you plan to travel with a companion who can provide assistance. PASSPORTS AND VISAS Each individual traveler is responsible for obtaining any travel documents and verifying entry require- ments necessary for each country of travel on your tour. INLAND TRAVEL is not responsible for providing this information or documentation. Each individual traveler is responsible for any expenses incurred as a result of delays or itinerary changes related to his lack of appropriate travel documents and are therefore ineligible for any refund from INLAND TRAVEL. LIABILITIES – INSURANCE INLAND TRAVEL SAS owns the national travel agent license n° IM034190012 allowing us to act as a Desti- nation Management Company and operate tours in Europe. INLAND TRAVEL SAS is also a member of the APST which covers all our clients for Inland Travel SAS’s risk of bankruptcy. INLAND TRAVEL SAS liabilities are covered by the insurance HISCOX for all risks outlined in the laws and regulations applicable to the professional bodies operating travel tours in Europe. However, participants are strongly advised to take a personal travel insurance. INLAND TRAVEL, its officers, directors, and staff does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for this tour, including, for example, lodging facilities, airline, vessel, bus, taxi, or other transportation companies, local ground, visa processing services, providers or organizers of option- al excursions, food service or entertainment providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, INLAND TRAVEL is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity, or of any third party. Without limitation, INLAND TRAVEL is not responsible for any injury, loss or damage to person or proper- ty, death, delay or inconvenience in connection with the provision of any goods or services occasioned by or resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God, force majeure, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, strikes or other labor activities, criminal, terrorist or threatened terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, structural or other defective conditions in lodging facilities (or in any heating, plumbing, electrical or structural problem therein), mechanical or other failure of airplanes or other means of transportation of for any failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart timely, dangers associated with animals, sanitation problems, food poisoning, epidemics or the threat thereof, disease, lack of access to or quality of medical care, difficulty in evacuation in case of a medical or other emergency, or for any other cause beyond the direct control of DMBC Member Travel. Participants assume all risk. These conditions are governed by French law and both parties shall submit to the jurisdiction of French courts at all times.
Hearst Ranch Winery
Tuscany Pre-Cruise June 2-7, 2021
REGISTRATION FORM
Please complete and scan back to joellecliff@gmail.com or fax to 805-221-5567
Name (s):
PLEASE SELECT YOUR OPTION!
1. WITH FLORENCE OPTION: 2. WITH FIAT 500 OPTION:
Select room category Select room category
Deluxe double/twin room 2500 Euros per person Deluxe double/twin room 2800 Euros per person
Suite supplement (Metropole) 80 Euros per night Suite supplement (Metropole) 80 Euros per night
Suite supplement (Il Falconiere) 200 Euros per night Suite supplement (Il Falconiere) 200 Euros per night
Extra night in a Deluxe room at the Starhotels Metropole**** in Rome : 300 euros / room / night*
Extra night in a Junior Suite at the Starhotels Metropole**** in Rome : 380 euros / room / night*
Number of extra nights: Arrival Date:
* Pricing may vary upon availability and booking time
Deposit and Payments:
1st deposit of 30% will be due by February 25th, 2021 (non-refundable)
2nd deposit of 35% will be due by March 25th, 2021
Final payment will be due by April 25th, 2021
(Visa, Mastercard or American Express)
Payment is in Euros by credit card to Inland Travel SAS, France
(Visa, Mastercard or American Express)
CANCELLATION POLICY
If the cancellation occurs between February 25th, 2021 and March 25th, 2021; Inland Travel will charge 30% of the trip.
If the cancellation occurs between March 26th, 2021 and April 25th, 2021; Inland Travel will charge 65% of the trip.
If the cancellation occurs from April 26th, 2021; Inland Travel will charge 100% of the trip
Every cancellation must be notified to Terroirs Travels by email.
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Expiration Date: Sec Code:
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Signature:
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