Perillo - Learning Journeys

LEARNING JOURNEYSCustomized Educational Adventures

to Italy and Beyond

October 2011 - November 2012

PERILLO’S JOURNEYS CONTINUEExperience all that Perillo has to offer!

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ITALYFor 66 years and three generations, my family has perfected the art of traveling to Italy, making Perillo Tours America’s leading tour operator to Italy. From the major cities to the charming hill towns off the beaten path, Perillo’s itineraries are crafted with the ideal balance of sightseeing, free time and activities that offer a glimpse of Italy’s rich traditions. No one knows better than Perillo how to see Italy in style. It is a country as vibrant today as it is rich in history. No matter what your reason for coming to Italy, it’s certain that you won’t want to leave.

The MSC Fantasia is a magnificent new ship. She has all the latest exciting features -- gourmet-themed restaurants, sports complex, indoor-outdoor pools, a magnificent theater with top entertainment, and wonderful ports of call in the Western

Mediterranean visiting Genoa, Marseille, Barcelona, Tunis, Malta and Sicily. Plus, we have included a two-night stay in Rome so you can truly enjoy the Eternal City Perillo-style, staying at Perillo’s own boutique hotel, The Rose Garden Palace.

HAWAIIPerillo and Hawaii have been together for decades, and we specialize in unfolding its unique tropical mysteries just for you! Of course, Hawaii is rich in breathtaking natural wonders, and famous for sun and fun. But did you know that shopping in Hawaii is also an art if not a science? And don’t forget the wonderful and exotic cuisine. Perillo’s Hawaii is one of the most romantic places on Earth!

ALPINE WONDERSJoin us on Perillo Tours’ latest adventure – 15 days to Germany, Austria, Italy and Monaco. Enjoy Bavarian specialties and beer at the world-famous Hofbrauhaus, a candlelight dinner while watching the Sound of Music, visit palaces and cathedrals – and, we haven’t even gotten to Italy yet!

In Italy, we will enjoy food tastings in four splendid locations, visit a glass factory in Murano, visit historical sites along the way, and have an outing to beautiful Lake Como. And don’t forget Monaco where we’ll try our luck at a casino.

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE

Greetings!

I’m Steve Perillo, composer and President/CEO of historic Perillo Tours.

I studied composition with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer David Del Tredici at the prestigious Boston University School of Music. My works have been performed on National Public Radio and in concerts by the Ars Musica Chorale, the Wilmington (DE) Symphony and in Moscow by the Novoye Trio. I have had the great fortune to combine my music and academic life with global travel. Travel has enriched my learning and helped me pursue my dreams.

I have created Perillo Tours Learning Journeys so that learners of all ages can experience the richness and diversity of the world, while applying their learning through hands-on experiences such as performances, language immersions, art discoveries and even cooking classes!

TRAVEL:• Helps students of all ages connect learning with life. • Helps you experience the sights, sounds, smells and flavors of cultures, languages and people.• Helps raise awareness of cultural and historical diversity.• Helps to develop a global perspective which can change the way you view and understand the world.• Helps you explore critical global issues.

This Perillo Tours Learning Journeys brochure features sample programs focusing on music, art, language and the history of Italy and Europe. Programs are designed by educators and are customized and private, based upon your specific teaching style and educational/curriculum goals. In the Perillo tradition, great care is taken in planning your journey, ensuring that your group will enjoy an AUTHENTIC cultural immersion, visiting not only major cities but also small towns and villages while enjoying only the highest quality of local foods.

Perillo Tours is committed to educating the educator! Once a year, Perillo Tours Learning Journeys will host a global continuing education symposium where teachers and educational leaders (who have traveled with their group on a Perillo Learning Journey) will be our guest to experience the latest trends in educational travel. We will host our 2012 symposium in Italy.

Join us and experience the sights and sounds of art, music, history and rich culinary traditions. Booking a Perillo Learning Journey is easy!!

Visit us at www.PerilloTours.com/groups or call Learning Journeys Group Department at 855-PT-GROUP (855-784-7687).

We welcome you to “Live The Learning!”

Bella Italia-Music –Sample Music Group Itinerary

The Sunny South - Sample Band Group Itinerary

An Iberian Music Adventure - Sample Music Group Itinerary

France and Spain-Language Expedition - Sample Language Arts Group Itinerary

Empire and Renaissance Art and Architecture Tour - Sample Art Group Itinerary

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Steve Perillo & Harry

I am Carol Dimopoulos, MBA, and Vice President of Perillo Tours Learning Journeys. My passions are my family, traveland teaching. With over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, I have had the honor to facilitate learning journeys for schools, universities and affinity

groups. I am also a faculty member who is committed to quality educational experiences. I know that travel changes lives!

I am moved by the numerous letters I have received from both teachers and students who have participated in a learning journey. Students have shared with me how their travel experience shaped their life, helped them to decide on a major or career choice or encouraged them to give back to the community.

On a deeper level, faculty members have shared moving stories of how students grew from experiencing greater cultural understanding and acceptance. Their experiences influenced fellow students, friends, their own families and communities.

I decided to focus on the travel needs of the educational community by joining the Perillo Tours team, working with

the President/CEO and musician Steve Perillo, to create Perillo Tours Learning Journeys.

Our team will create a unique and exclusive experience for your group based upon your curriculum and teaching goals. Your learning journey - your way! Always private and based upon your group’s schedule. We never ask you to share a coach.

To get you started, our Learning Journeys brochure offers sample itineraries in disciplines of music (band and choral), language arts and art.

Any tour, in any subject, can be customized to include exclusive school visits (which provides students with the opportunity to interact with local teachers and students), classes (including credit-bearing courses), “behind the scenes” private exclusive tours to museums and other venues, along with team-building activities, other interactive adventures such as a mock “Amazing Race” or “Project Runway”–style group activity. We engage the learners in the journey and encourage them to be active participants in the countries and culture.

For more information call us at 855-PT GROUP (855-784-7687) or visit us at www.perillotours.com.

Let Perillo Tours Learning Journeys help bring the learning to life!

Since 1945, the Perillo family has been America’s leader in tourism to Italy. My grandfather Joseph and my father Mario set the highest standards of quality, value and service for touring in Italy.

Today, Perillo Tours itineraries have been honed and crafted, from the major cities to the charming hill towns off the beaten path, for group learning experiences and enjoyment.

I am dedicated to maintaining Perillo’s fine tradition and will continue to introduce you to new and enriching travel experiences.

The Perillo Foundation is also committed to promoting language arts, art programs and music in schools.

MEET YOUR LEARNING JOURNEYS TEAM

WHY PERILLO TOURS IS #1

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Welcome to Perillo Tours Learning Journeys, a division of the historic Perillo Tours!

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BELLA ITALIA

San Lorenzo Church Interior

CHORAL & MUSIC GROUPS 9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS IN ITALY

Day 1 - USA-ITALYDepart from the US, beginning an unforgettable Learning Journey to Italy!!

Day 2 - ROME Welcome to Italy! You will be greeted by your Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager and transferred by motor coach to the hotel. This afternoon you will enjoy a visit of the historic Roman Coliseum and Forum. Enjoy the beauty of Rome at night with an Illuminated Tour, enroute to a festive welcome dinner, featuring traditional Roman dishes. Overnight at Hotel. DAY 3 - ROME After breakfast, enjoy a half- day guided walking tour to the Renaissance and Baroque squares of Rome which include Piazza Navona, the Pantheon, Piazza St. Ignazio, Trevi Fountain and Piazza di Spagna (Spanish Steps).

In the evening, your group will perform at the SS Bartolomeo and Alessandro Church at Piazza Colonna located in the historical center of Rome. After your performance, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Rome.

Day 4 - ROME - VATICAN TOURIn the morning, you will visit the Vatican and the Vatican Museum. This afternoon, visit a town located in the Roman Hills, Castelli Romani. This evening, you will have a concert in one of the beautiful squares or in a church in the town center. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 5 - ROME – ASSISI – FLORENCE Guided tour in Assisi with the possibility for a recital or participation at High Mass. Continue to Florence area. Guided tour of Florence upon arrival, including entrance to the Accademia to see the statue of the

“David.” Choir to sing at High Mass at San Lorenzo Church. Overnight and dinner at the hotel in the Florence area.

DAY 6 - TUSCANY Departure for SANT’ANTIMO (South of Montalcino). You will have a rare opportunity to listen to the monks sing. The group will perform a few songs with the monks. The Abbazia is very famous for a genuine GREGORIAN CHANT, no music -- only the human voice. It is known as the singing stone for the particular travertine marble its nave is built on. Then a visit to Montalcino and a guided tour of San Gimignano. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

Day 7 - PISA – LUCCA – VENICE Morning departure for Pisa, with a stop to see the famous Leaning Tower. Continue on to Lucca, the city of Puccini, for a visit of this medieval town.

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San Lorenzo Church Interior

Continuing on to Venice for dinner and overnight.

DAY 8 - VENICEGuided tour of Venice upon arrival. In the evening, the choir will perform at the High Mass at St. Mark’s Basilica or in another church of Venice. Overnight in Venice area. Farewell dinner at hotel.

Day 9 - ARRIVEDERCI!Early breakfast at the hotel or basket breakfast furnished by the hotel.Transfer to Venice airport for your departure flight.

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SEASON PRICE2011 NOV-DEC

2012 JAN-MAR & NOV-DECAPR-JUN & SEP-OCTJUL-AUGSINGLE SUPPLEMENT(all seasons)

PRICE FOR 25 $1990

$1990 $2451 $2249 $399

PRICE FOR 35 $1890

$1890 $2051 $1848 $399

PRICE FOR 45 $1625

$1625 $1950 $1799 $399

- Perillo Tours Learning Journal and Educational Kit

- 3 nights stay at a 4-star hotel in Rome

- 3 nights at 4-star hotel in the Chianti Area

- 2 nights at a 4-star hotel in Mestre

- Daily buffet breakfast

- Daily dinners including welcome and farewell dinner (drinks included for welcome and farewell dinner)

- Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager throughout

- ½ day guided tours of Rome, Assisi, Florence, San Gimignano, Lucca, Venice

- Entrance fees

- Headphones where necessary

- Performances / Concerts during the tour as per the itinerary

Departure dates and land rates per paying passenger in twin accommodations. Three tour leader positions (single rooms) included in the pricing.

Vatican MuseumGrande Canal, Venice

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Amalfi Coastline

DAY 1 - USA-ITALYDepart from the US, beginning an unforgettable Learning Journey to Italy!!

DAY 2 - ROME-SORRENTOThis morning you will arrive in Italy where you will be met by your Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager. After a scenic drive, arrive in beautiful Sorrento. This evening, enjoy a festive welcome dinner. Overnight in Sorrento.

DAY 3 - SORRENTO - POMPEIIAfter breakfast, we visit historic Pompeii to take a tour of the archaeological excavations.

After the tour, the group will enjoy a true delicacy for lunch – Neapolitan Pizza with buffalo mozzarella andfresh tomatoes. This evening, the group will perform at the Shrine of Pompeii. Dinner and overnight in Sorrento.

DAY 4 - SALERNO - “CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC”After breakfast, depart for Salerno.

After a short sightseeing guided tour of the city, we will visit MARTUCCISALERNO STATE CONSERVATOIRE.We will meet Italian students and professors to learn about the Italian School of Orchestra. We will visit the Giuseppe Verdi Opera House to perform with the Philharmonic Orchestra “Giuseppe Verdi” of Salerno.

In the evening, we travel back to Sorrento for dinner and overnight.

DAY 5 - AMALFI - POSITANOAfter breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a panoramic view of the enchanting towns along the scenic Amalfi Coast.Option to meet with COSTA - D’AMALFI WINDS ORCHESTRA for a performance. Dinner and overnight at your hotel in Sorrento.

DAY 6 - NAPLESAfter breakfast at the hotel, depart for a full-day guided tour of Naples.

Visit The Music Conservatory of Naples, a music institution in Naples, located in the complex of San Pietro a Majella. The Conservatory and adjacent church are part of the old San Pietro a Majella monastic complex, built at the end of the 13th century and dedicated to the monk Pietro da Morone. The Conservatory houses an impressive library of manuscripts pertaining to the lives and musical production of composers who lived and worked in Naples, among whom are Alessandro Scarlatti, Pergolesi, Domenico, Cimarosa, Rossini, Bellini, and Donizetti. The historical museum has a display of rare antique musical instruments.

Afternoon walking tour along Via San Sebastiano, a street completely dedicated to music shops. Lunch

THE SUNNY SOUTHBAND GROUPS 8 DAYS/6 NIGHTS IN THE AMALFI COAST

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Amalfi Coastline

at a typical Neapolitan restaurant.Dinner and overnight at your hotel in Sorrento.

DAY 7 - CAPRIThis morning, we transfer to the port of Sorrento, where we catch a hydrofoil to the Isle of Capri. Visit lovely Anacapri and explore the charming shops as you stroll the island’s narrow streets. Continue to “La Piazzetta,” the social heart of the island, on your way to the open-air Gardens of Augustus.

Tonight, enjoy a festive farewell dinner in Sorrento.

DAY 8 - ARRIVEDERCI!Early transfer to Rome airport for your departure flight.




FOR EDUCATORS!


2012 JAN-MAR & NOV-DECAPR-SEPOCTSINGLE SUPPLEMENT(all seasons)

PRICE FOR 25 $1825

$1825 $2125 $2025 $299

PRICE FOR 35 $1599

$1599 $2075 $1848 $299

PRICE FOR 45 $1399

$1399 $2025 $1799 $299

- Perillo Tours Learning Journal and Educational Kit- 6 nights stay at a 4-star hotel in Sorrento- Daily buffet breakfast- Welcome dinner at the hotel with drinks included- 4 dinners at the hotel in Sorrento- Lunch with pizza in Pompeii- Lunch at a local restaurant in Naples (drinks included)- Farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Naples (drinks included)- Deluxe motorcoach at disposal (including arrival and departure)- Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager throughout- Van for instruments and equipment during the tour- ½ day guided tours of Pompeii and Salerno- Full-day tour: Amalfi Coast (Positano and Amalfi) and Naples- Entrance fees at the Pompeii excavation- Shuttle service to Positano City Center- Visit to Conservatories- Performances and concerts during the tour


Confirmation of performances is dependent upon early receipt of biographies, pictures, recordings and repertoire. Perillo Tours Learning Journeys can also arrange an optional team- building cooking class in Italy for your group at an additional cost.

Brass Instruments on DisplayA Group Watching the Coastal Sunset

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DAY 1 - USA- PORTUGALDepart the US, beginning an unforgettable Learning Journey to Portugal and Spain!

DAY 2 - LISBONArrive into Lisbon where your Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager will meet you. Off on your musical adventure with a half-day guided tour of Lisbon. Next is Jerónimos Monastery (guided tour of the church, one of the most beautiful in Europe). Welcome dinner at a local restaurant where we enjoy local foods and Fado music!

DAY 3 - LISBONThis morning we will have a walking tour through the oldest monuments and districts of Lisbon with a local guide. This evening you will perform in a beautiful palace. Dinner and overnight in Lisbon.

DAY 4 - LISBON - MADRIDToday, we travel to Madrid, the capital of Spain and home of the Royal Family.

As part of our educational process, we will visit small towns and villages along the way. Meet with local people and taste regional foods. Dinner at a local restaurant in Madrid.

DAY 5 - MADRIDThis morning, meet a local historian for a sightseeing tour. See the Royal Casa de la Panaderia, Accademia de Bellas Artes, Palacio Real, Puerta del Sol, Plaza de España with its monument to Cervantes, the Parliament and Cibeles Fountain.

Afternoon visit to the Prado Museum, the greatest gallery of Classicalpaintings in the world. See Prado’smajor works of the Spanish – Flemish – Italian and German/Dutch schools.Enjoy dinner on your own. Overnight in Madrid.

DAY 6 - MADRIDThis morning, visit a local school/conservatory to meet with students. Afternoon performance in one ofMadrid’s theatres or concert halls.

Dinner on your own, overnight in Madrid.

DAY 7 - MADRID - VALENCIAToday we depart from Madrid for Valencia. The original city walls of Valencia are gone, but the two gatesremain. Tonight you will perform with a local band from the region. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Valencia.

DAY 8 - BARCELONAAfter breakfast, meet with a local historian who will show us the old town with the cathedral, a former mosque, El Miguelete and the 15C Palacio de la Generalidad. In addition, the brand new opera building Palau de les Arts’ in Turia Park. Travel along the spectacular coastline to the Barcelona area, where you will dine in a local restaurant.Overnight stay.

DAY 9 - BARCELONAMid-morning, you will meet with a local historian for a sightseeing tour of Barcelona. See the highlights ofBarcelona such as The Cathedral,

Cibeles Fountain

IBERIAN MUSIC TOURBAND & MUSIC GROUPS 11 DAYS/9 NIGHTS IN PORTUGAL & SPAIN

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PRICE FOR 25 $1980

$1980 $2228 $2350 $599

PRICE FOR 35 $1780

$1780 $2075 $2275 $599

PRICE FOR 45 $1650

$1650 $1950 $2198 $599

- Perillo Tours Learning Journal and Educational Kit- 2 nights stay at a 4-star hotel in Lisbon- 3 nights stay at a 4-star hotel in Madrid- 1 night stay at a 4-star hotel in Valencia- 3 nights stay at a 4-star hotel in Barcelona- Daily buffet breakfast- Daily dinners including welcome and farewell dinner (drinks included for welcome and farewell dinner)- Deluxe motor coach at disposal as per itinerary including arrival and departure- Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager throughout- Guided tours as listed and entrance fees- Performances / Concerts during the tour- Educational visits to schools/conservatories

Take an Authentic Ride Through LisbonExperience Barcelona at Night

Montjuïc, Gaudi’s La Sagrada Familia and Spain’s largest Zoo as well as Park Güell. Afterwards, a visit of La Sagrada Familia is scheduled.

Tonight, you will perform in one of the cities spectacular concert halls or theaters. Dinner and overnight in Barcelona.

DAY 10 - BARCELONAAfter breakfast we leave for a school/ conservatory excursion. Meet with students in Barcelona to learn about music and life in this cosmopolitan city.

In the afternoon, return to Barcelona. The rest of the afternoon is at leisure. You can do some additional sightseeing or go shopping! Farewell dinner with music and Flamenco dancing at a local restaurant.

DAY 11 - DEPART SPAIN- ADIOS!! After breakfast transfer to the airport for your return flight.




FOR EDUCATORS!Departure dates and land rates per paying passenger in twin accommodations. Three tour leader positions (single rooms) included in the pricing.

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Cibeles Fountain

Perillo Tours Learning Journeys can also arrange an optional team- building cooking class for your group at an additional cost.


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Chenonceaux Castle

DAY 1 - USA- PARISDepart the US, beginning an unforgettable Learning Journey to France and Spain!

DAY 2 - PARISArrival in Paris. You will be met by your Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager for a half-day city tour (Champs-Elysees /Arc de Triomphe/Place de la Concorde and more) including a visit to the Eiffel Tower (Level 2) and Notre Dame). Festive group dinner and overnight in Paris.

DAY 3 - PARISAfter breakfast we visit the Louvre Museum and enjoy a Seine River Cruise (time permitting). Full afternoonmeeting with local students at a school to learn about life in Paris! Group dinner at a local restaurant and overnight.

DAY 4 - PARIS-VERSAILLES-TOURSMorning departure from Paris enroute to Versailles. Visit Versailles Palace,

gardens and fountains. We depart for Tours. Enjoy a visit to Musee des Beaux Arts and Musee du Compagnonnage. Dinner and overnight stay.

DAY 5 - LOIRE VALLEY - OVERNIGHT TRAINFull day visit of the Loire Valley including a visit of the Chenonceaux Castle and Chateâu de Chambord.After dinner at a local restaurant, you will board your overnight train in Orleans enroute to Barcelona, Spain

DAY 6 - BARCELONAArrive in Barcelona. Morning school visit to meet students and learn about life in Spain and practice languagearts. Afternoon guided tour of Barcelona: see Montjuic Hill, Barrio Gotico and Barcelona Cathedral.Visit la Sagrada Familia.

DAY 7 - FIGUERESHalf-day excursion to Figueres with guide. Enjoy a visit to the Picasso Museum and the Dali Theater Museum.

DAY 8 - BARCELONA – MADRIDLeave Barcelona and head for Madrid (full-day drive by coach). Stop in Zaragoza. Continue on to Madrid.Group dinner and overnight Madrid.

DAY 9 - MADRIDEnjoy a guided tour of Madrid including a visit to el Prado Museum. Evening Flamenco Dinner Show!

DAY 10 - SEGOVIAMorning excursion to Segovia (see the Aqueduct and some free time in Old Town). The remainder of the day is freetime in Madrid. Farewell dinner and overnight in Madrid.

DAY 11- DEPART MADRID Return flight home.

LANGUAGE ARTSLANGUAGE EXPEDITION 11 DAYS/9 NIGHTS IN FRANCE & SPAIN

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Chenonceaux Castle



PRICE FOR 25 $2280

$2280 $2428 $2640 $599

PRICE FOR 35 $2180

$2180 $2375 $2575 $599

PRICE FOR 45 $1950

$1950 $2198 $2398 $599


- 9-nights accommodation in 3- and 4-star hotels

- Overnight train 2nd class – 4-berth cabins from Tours-Barcelona (one way)

- Daily Continental breakfast

- Daily 3-course dinners, water included

- Special Flamenco Dinner Show


- Educational Opportunities: School visits in Spain and France to meet students and learn about their lives and studies

- Local guides: Paris, Barcelona, Madrid

- Entrances of: Eiffel Tower (2nd level)/Louvre Museum/Versailles Palace/ Chenonceaux Castle/Sagrada Familia/Prado Museum




FOR EDUCATORS!

Eiffel Tower

Typical Street in Spain

Segovia Skyline

Perillo Tours Learning Journeys can also arrange an optional team-building cooking class for your group at an additional cost.


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Florence

Day 1 - USA-ITALYDepart the US, beginning an unforgettable Learning Journey to Italy!! Don’t forget your journal!

Day 2 - ROME-ORVIETO-FLORENCE AREAUpon arrival in Rome, you will be greeted by your Perillo Tours Educational Tour Manager. Enroute to Florence you will stop in Orvieto. Free time for lunch. Visit the Duomo, Orvieto’s most striking sight. The magnificent façade was erected according to Maitani’s project. The rose window is the work of the Florentineartist Andrea Orcagna. In the interior are the Cappella Nova, frescoed by Luca Signorelli and the Cappelladel Corporale. Arrive in Florence area. Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight at a Tuscan Villa.

DAY 3 - FLORENCEAfter breakfast, we depart to Florence. Our full day tour starts with a walk through the city center with an introduction to highlights such as the dome of Santa Maria del Fiore with its golden globe, St. John’s Baptisterywith Ghiberti’s famous bronze doors, the old city hall called Palazzo Vecchio, and the jeweler’s bridge of Ponte Vecchio.

Then, a visit to the Uffizi Gallery. Uffizi Gallery is home to numerous famous

art works such as the Primavera by Botticelli, the Birth of Venus, The Annunciation by Leonardo da Vinci and more works by Michelangelo, Rubens and Titian. The Uffizi Gallery was designed by Giorgio Vasari around 1560 and is rectangular in shape beginning at the Signoria Palace and stretching to the Arno River. Inside the Uffizi Gallery, the Botticelli Rooms (The Birth of Venus, Pallas and the Centaur, Allegory of Spring, the Annunciation, Madonna of the Pomegranate, Adoration of the Magi and other works by Sandro Botticelli), The Leonardo Room (Annunciation of the Magi, Adoration of the Magi and other works by Leonardo da Vinci and works by Perugino and Luca Signorelli). Visit the Accademia Gallery to see Michelangelo’s statuary masterpiece the David, and Botticelli’s Madonna and Child.

DAY 4 - FLORENCE Breakfast at the Villa and transfer to Florence. Exclusive experience: Drawing and painting “en plein air.” This course takes place outside, in the heart of Florence. Students will draw and paint in front of the ancient town hall, the Palazzo Vecchio, or on the unique “old bridge,” the Ponte Vecchio. Before we return to the Villa, we will stop outside Florence and explore the Piazzale Michelangelo. Offering a splendid panoramic tour of the

city’s domes and tower, this is a great location to see some of the local artists at work. Dinner and overnight at the Villa.

DAY 5 - PISA - LUCCABreakfast at the Villa and departure to Pisa. Visit the beautiful areas of Piazza del Duomo where the wonderfulLeaning Tower is located. We continue on to Lucca. Visit San Martino, Lucca’s magnificent cathedral and admire the green and white marble façade as well as the Romanesque and Gothic interior. Spend time in San Michele in Foro-a beautiful church with a rich mixture of twisted marble columns and mosaics on the Pisa Romanesque façade. Return to the villa for dinner and overnight.

DAY 6 - TUSCANY - SIENA – ASSISI - ROMEToday we visit the charming city of Siena for a walking tour through the narrow and winding piazzas. We willalso visit Assisi, the quaint hilltop home of St. Francis and St. Clare, city of birds and silence. You have a walking tour of Assisi and a visit to Santa Maria Degli Angeli in the valley. Arrive in Rome for dinner at a local restaurant and overnight.

DAY 7 - ROMEEnjoy a special guided tour through

RENAISSANCE ART TOUREMPIRE, ART & ARCHITECTURE 9 DAYS/7 NIGHTS TO ROME & FLORENCE

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the spectacular remains of the Roman Empire. Visit the Coliseum, considered to be the great symbol of Ancient Rome’s power and glory. Continue to the Arch of Costantine and to the Roman Forum, which features the remains of magnificent temples, basilicas and triumphal arches that once formed the heart of the Empire. In the afternoon, a walking tour of Rome including the Trevi Fountain, where it is traditional to toss a coin into the fountain to ensure a safe return to the Eternal City.

DAY 8 - ROMEBreakfast at the hotel. The morning is dedicated to a visit of the Vatican Museum, home to one of the world’s most impressive collections of art. Our tour includes the Raphael rooms and the spectacular Sistine Chapel, highlighted by Michelangelo’s ceiling and his Last Judgment. We will continue into St. Peter’s Square to visit St.Peter’s Basilica, with Michelangelo’s Pieta and Bernini’smagnificent Baldacchino over the High Altar. Exclusive experience: Drawing and painting “en plein air” will take place outside, in the heart of Rome, in its picturesque streets. Tonight, a festive farewell dinner, Roman style!

DAY 9 - ARRIVEDERCI!Early breakfast at the hotel or basket breakfast furnished by the hotel (depending on departure time). Transfer to Rome airport for your departure flight.


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PRICE FOR 25 $2150

$2150 $2370 $2315 $398

PRICE FOR 35 $1945

$1945 $2110 $2075 $398

PRICE FOR 45 $1790

$1790 $1975 $1950 $398


- 4 nights stay at an authentic Tuscan Villa

- 3 nights at a 4-star hotel in Rome

- Daily buffet breakfast

- Daily dinners including welcome and farewell dinner (drinks included for welcome and farewell dinner)


- Half-day guided tours of Rome, Assisi, Florence, San Gimignano and Lucca

- Entrance fees

- Headphones where necessary

- Art classes as indicated

Sunset over Florence bridges

Classic Tuscan Countryside

Perillo Tours Learning Journeys can also arrange an optional team-building cooking class for your group at an additional cost.


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CUSTOMIzEd GROUPS ANd LEARNING JOURNEYS

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Our dedicated Group Department can create or refine any itinerary to reflect your group’s interests and budget. You are planning a journey of a lifetime, a life changing experience for your group. We can guarantee a quality experience! Perillo Tours has a 66-year history of excellence in travel.

The Perillo AdvantageSales support tools, including shells and co-op marketing support. Your group will also receive a Perillo Learning Journal and kit to introduce travelers to the destination and chronicle their unforgettable experience.

Group Sales Department Our dedicated professionals offer years of experience in creating successful group experiences. Choose one of our sample itineraries, or allow us create a customized tour to your specifications.

Air TravelPerillo Tours offers competitive contract air rates with all the major carriers serving all our destinations.

Here are the advantages of working with Perillo Tours to arrange a customized group:

1. Freedom to design any itinerary based upon your group’s travel goals.

2. Perillo Tours buying power is strong and the benefit is passed along to you.

3. We understand the educational market and can include special interest features such as school visits and exclusive access to sights not offered on scheduled tours.

4. Your group travels on their own coach - no sharing! Perillo Tours Learning Journeys - Your Group, Your Way!

F.A.Q. for Customized Tour Groups

What is the cost of a tour?You can select a sample itinerary from our Learning Journeys brochure and review the land costs, which are clearly listed, including three tour leader positions. Group air costs are quoted to you by calling our group department.

The cost of a customized tour depends on the duration, hotels and features selected for the program; and, are quoted to include complimentary tour leader places based upon your specification.

What is the minimum group size?As you will have exclusive transportation and services, we suggest a minimum of 20 paying passengers.

What about tour conductor places?Free conductor places are clearly stated for our sample itineraries. Customized tour places are offered, depending on group size.

How Do I Book A Perillo Tours Learning Journey?

1. By calling our group department at 855-PT-GROUP (855-784-7687)

2. A $500 group deposit will be required to book land and air space.

3. Final air payments are due 95 days prior to departure.

4. Final payment for land accommodations are due 65 days prior to departure.

5. Group documents are sent 30 days prior to departure.

Perillo Tours is committed to offering your group an unforgettable travel experience. Please visit our website at www.perillotours.com/groups or call our group department at 855-PT-GROUP (855-784-7687).

CUSTOMIzEd GROUPS ANd LEARNING JOURNEYS INFORMATION ANd RESERVATIONS. TERMS ANd CONdITIONS.

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If due to weather, flight schedules or other uncontrollable factors, you are required to spend an additional night(s), you will be responsible for your own hotel, transfers and meal costs. Baggage is entirely at owner’s risk. The right is reserved to decline, to accept or retain any person as a member of these trips at any time. In any such event, Perillo Tour’s sole obligation is to refund for any unused accommodations or other trip features. Passenger certifies not to have any mental, physical or other condition or disability that would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers.

Perillo Tours reserves the right to change the itinerary or trip features at any time and for any reason, with or without notice and/or to substitute airlines or hotels of a similar category for those listed in this brochure, and Perillo Tours shall not be liable for any such changes.

By your knowing the above, you can purchase the Perillo Protection Plan and there will be no misunderstanding before, during or after your vacation.

From time-to-time a tour departure may be cancelled for lack of participation. In such a case, the operator’s sole responsibility is to provide a refund without any other liability whatsoever. Operator will have no further responsibility for any conjunction tickets, non-refundable or otherwise.

ARBITRATION AGREEMENT. Any controversy or claim arising out of or relating in any way to these Terms and Conditions, to the Responsibility Clause, to the brochure, or any other information relating in any way to the trip, or to the trip itself, shall be settled solely and exclusively by binding arbitration in New Jersey, in accordance with the commercial rules of the American Arbitration Association then existent.

Upon payment of a deposit, tour participant indicates acceptance of the above Terms and Conditions and of the Arbitration Agreement.

OPERATOR/TOUR MEMBER AGREEMENT. Fu r t h e r i n f ormation concerning t h e conditions of this tour is contained in an agreement that will be signed between the tour member and tour operator at the time of tour deposit.

Perillo Tours, Perillo Plaza, Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677

Phone: 1-800-431-1515 www.PerilloTours.com

off motorcoaches and other transportation vehicles, or other personal needs. Travelers who need such assistance must be accompanied by a qualified companion.

OPTIONAL TOURS. Traditionally, tour directors make available for purchase a series of optional excursions and other activities to fill in free days and evenings. You are under no obligation to take any, they are strictly optional. Depending on the tour, if you avail yourself of all optionals, the total will be approximately $200 to $600 per person.

RESPONSIBILITY. Perillo Tours, Inc., and their employees, shareholders, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively “Perillo Tours”), does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip including, for example, lodging facilities, airline, vessel, motorcoach, or other transportation companies, guides or guide services, local ground operators, providers or organizers of optional excursions, food service providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, Perillo Tours is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity or of any third party. Tour members are also subject to the terms and conditions set forth on their airline, rail or cruise line ticket. These conditions are available upon request.

You may see the name PERILLO TOURS affixed to motor vehicles, on signs around the hotel or elsewhere. This use of our name is purely for reasons of identification and does not denote ownership, supervision, or control by Perillo Tours in any way.

In addition and without limitation, Perillo Tours is not responsible for any injury, loss, death, inconvenience, delay, or damage to person or property in connection with the provision of any goods or services whether resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God or force majeure, illness, disease, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, animals, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, mechanical or other failure of airplanes or other means of transportation, or for any failure of any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart on time. Also be advised that foreign air-conditioning systems in public places, hotels and motorcoaches are not up to U.S. standards.

BAGGAGE. Each tour member is limited to one large suitcase and one small carry-on due to limited baggage area on buses. Some airlines are now charging for all checked luggage as well as overweight suitcases. Please check your airline’s website for current information.

As Perillo Tours cannot take responsibility for lost or damaged luggage, the Perillo Protection Plan outlined below is highly recommended.

SINGLE ROOMS. A limited number of single rooms are available at the supplement rate shown for each tour. While single rooms provide privacy, they are often smaller than twin bedrooms and sometimes poorly located, especially in older hotels.

TRIPLE ROOMS. Are available on some tours. They usually consist of a twin bedded room with an additional folding bed or cot for the third person. This may not be comfortable for three adults.

CANCELLATION AND INSURANCE. Because of the extraordinary savings being offered, if you cancel your reservations, the penalties shown below will apply depending on the length of time remaining before departure. Your right to receive a refund is limited. All cancellations and refund requests must be sent to us in writing and are subject to the following cancellation charges which are based on the price of the tour and the number of weeks prior to departure we receive your notice. MOST CHARGES MAY BE AVOIDED BY YOUR ACCEPTING THE PERILLO PROTECTION PLAN EXPLAINED BELOW.

REFUND. All refunds are conditioned upon your understanding that your acceptance of a refund is on the express condition that you release us from all further liability and you thereby waive all additional rights and remedies under this contract or any applicable state, federal or foreign law.

TOUR MEMBERS NEEDING SPECIAL ASSISTANCE. We regret that we cannot provide individual assistance to a tour member for walking, dining, getting on and

RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT. A $500 group deposit will be required to book land and airspace. Final air payments are due 95 days prior to departure. Final payment for land accommodations are due 65 days prior to departure. Group documents are sent 30 days prior to departure.

PRICES. All prices are subject to increase due to any increase in our costs, such as, but not limited to: increases in air, land or sea fares, fuel cost, and currency fluctuations.All taxes, fuel surcharges, security charges and any other taxes or charges imposed by airlines, airports, cruise lines, governments, etc. are not included in price.

Gratuities not specifically mentioned are excluded.

AIR DEVIATING TOUR MEMBERS must arrange their own transportation from airport to hotel and hotel to airport.

UNUSED TOUR ELEMENTS. No refund will be given for any unused tour features, by reason of customer’s choice, for operational reasons, or because of bad weather.

ERRORS. In case of printing, typographical error, computer error, verbal or human billing error, we reserve the right to invoice or re-invoice participants with corrected billing.

TICKET REVISION/CANCELLATION FEE. Once tickets are issued, a $200 per ticket revision/cancellation fee will apply to each ticket plus the cost of express mail charges. This charge is not covered by the Perillo Protection Plan and subject to change.

HOLIDAYS AND CHANGES. During local or national holidays abroad, certain facilities such as museums, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited. In such instances, and whenever possible, slight itinerary adjustments are made by Perillo Tours to minimize inconvenience to tour members. If, however, your enjoyment might be diminished by such minor limitations, please check with the appropriate tourist office before selecting a departure. Holidays, closing days and other circumstances may change the day of the week for scheduled “dining out”, sightseeing and other activities.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS. United States citizens require a valid passport only, when traveling to Europe. Non-citizens have other requirements which should be checked immediately.

CANCELLATION CHARGESPRIOR TO DEPARTURE CANCELLATION CHARGES

91 DAYS

61 DAYS

FULL COST OF AIRINCLUDING FUEL & TAXES

FULL LAND COST

Travel Insurance is non-refundable at the time of purchase.

THIS TRAvEL INSURANCE IS CUSTOM MADE FOR YOUR GROUP’S PEACE OF MIND BEFORE AND DURING YOUR TRIP.

Coverage Benefit AmountTrip Cancellation 100% of (Maximum Limit $25,000 per person) Insured Trip Cost

Trip Interruption -150% of Insured Trip Cost*

Trip Interruption- Return Air Only $750*

Trip Delay ($150 max/day) $750

Missed Connection $250

Baggage & Personal Effects Loss $1,500

Baggage Delay $250

Medical Expense $25,000

Dental $500

Emergency Evacuation & Repatriation of Remains $250,000

Accidental Death and Dismemberment $25,000

The following non-insurance services are provided by Travel Guard.

Travel Medical Assistance Included

Worldwide Travel Assistance Included

LiveTravel® Emergency Assistance Included

AIG Travel Guard

Toll-Free: 1-866-221-8078

24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The full details of this policy will be provided at time of purchase. *Coverage for Trip Interruption and Trip Interruption-Return Air Only Cannot Be Combined.

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