Taste of Italy - Vino Italiano (September 2016)
Nebraskans Traveling to Alaska Cruise and Land Tour (August 2016)
The Eternal Senses of Italy (September 2017)
New York, New York with Morrie (November - 2 tours 2016)
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Merry Christmas Europe (November 2016)
September 25 thru October 5, 2016
Vino Italiano! With our Italian Wine Specialist Mark McDonald
Executive Travel is thrilled to have Mark McDonald, with The Italian Vine Wine Distributors, present a custom-tailored, deluxe tour to Italy. This once-in-alifetime, 11-day experience is a complete parade of passion; a love affair with century-old traditions, art, music and literature and of course… wine, vino, and more wine! It is s a “must-do” to complete any travel bucket list. There will never be a better time to explore this fascinating country. Mark will share his knowledge, passion and secrets of Italian wine. Our unique route leads us through the wine regions of Lombardy with its sparkling wines and Piedmont - known as the premier wine region of Italy and famous for the Barolo, the “King of Wines and the Wine of Kings”; then to Tuscany with Brunello di Montalcino and the highly regarded “Super-Tuscan” cult wines; and Umbria with the deep full bodied red Sagrantino Montefalco and its crisp and refreshing whites. We travel along the verdant rural countryside to the romantic shores of Lake Como, adorned with luxurious villas and the beautiful “Pearl of the Lake,” Bellagio. wheat and green olive groves in Tuscany. We taste the olive oils, local cheeses, We languish in the seaside resort of the Italian Riviera and travel by way of landscapes largely unchanged since medieval times, decorated with country churches, beautiful abbeys, medieval villages and hilltop castles. Tour highlights include, but are not limited to, a city tour of Milan with a visit to the the jewel of the Renaissance with the David and Michelangelo’s Museum; a visit to San Gimignano, the “Manhattan of Tuscany”; a guided tour of Siena and the to the Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter’s Basilica, the Coliseum, and much more. There is a certain timelessness about the sights that is unbelievable. The opportunities for photography are exceptional and insight into the history, architecture, lifestyle, culture, and cuisine of Italy is unparalleled. If you ever wanted to discover Italy’s beauty, this is the perfect custom tour for you to see it all. Please take a look inside this brochure to learn all the details. Once you do we hope you will join us on this special tour. Sincerely, Steve Glenn & Mark McDonald
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September 25, 2016 September 28, 2016 The day is dedicated to wine, vino and more wine! as you start your vacation.
September 26, 2016 Arrive in Milan in the early morning. We will be met by our local English speaking guide, who will follow us during our journey in Italy. We are off for a halfday tour of Milan, one of Europe’s richest cities, known for stylish shops, galleries and restaurants, and with a pace of life much faster than most Italian cities. Upon arrival we visit the famous Duomo with its beautiful marble façade, and across the Duomo Square we of the world’s most glamorous and oldest shopping malls – it was build in 1867. We will also pass from the impressive landmarks of Piazza Sempione with its Arco della Pace (“arch of Peace”), the Castello Sforzesco, ranked amongst Europe’s largest citadels, and La Scala, one of the world’s most famous opera houses. In the late afternoon we arrive to our hotel at the nearby Lake Como for a good night’s rest. L
Mark will lead us to his personal wineries, including wineries that produce the world-renowned Barolos. We will taste the latest vintage and maybe even barrel samples. We will learn about the exquisite vineyard terrain in this region and learn about the wine making styles that enhance the nuances of every bottle produced. We will visit one winery that is new and modern and one that is steeped in the old world tradition. The visits will be separated by a light lunch hosted by a winemaker. Overnight in Alba. B|L|T
September 29, 2016 After a rich breakfast we head south into the Liguria region and the Italian Riviera. We will enjoy the day in an area put on the map by such well-known names as Grace Kelly, Elizabeth Taylor houses in terracotta and red, clustered tightly around a picturAfter a walking tour, take a seat and savor the atmosphere of the Mediterranean Dolce Vita in one of the cafes at the Piazzetta, next to the harbor. Sip on an espresso, watch boats arrive, and hum along to the tune of the popular ‘50s song, “I found my love
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September 27, 2016 In the freshness of the morning, we will take the local ferry to the other side of the lake and the exquisite town of Bellagio with
September 30, 2016 tastings, including the special sparkling wine called Franciacorta from the Lombardia. Then we meet with our driver and drive to the Piedmont region, to the outskirts of Alba, where we will stop to taste the world famous roots and old cheese, but this gastronomical jewel and object of desire, is very famous for its aroma and taste. For centuries people have travelled from near and far to savor a little piece. We will meet the special trained hunting dogs or pigs that search for
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Today we head inland and before we reach the illustrious showpiece of Renaissance — Florence— we will make a brief photo stop in Pisa to admire the famous Leaning Tower. Florence is home to some of the greatest artists treasures of the world; we explore by foot the highlights of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our path leads us along narrow alleyways and historic streets, past Renaissance palaces and churches, to the imposing cathedral; the Duomo. The jewel of today is the Galleria dell’Accademia, including the Michelangelo’s famous sculpture of David. We enjoy our lunch at a local trattoria and spend the afternoon strolling the Ponte Vecchio, and enjoying the elegant boutiques The next two nights are spend a few minutes walk from the center of San Gimignano. B|L
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October 3, 2016 October 1, 2016
They say all roads lead to Rome, but we still have a few more
After a delicious breakfast, we start our day in one of the most famous walled towns of Tuscany: the precious gem of San Gimignano. With its unforgettable skyline of 14 spiny towers visible from afar, it is no wonder UNESCO declared this a World Heritage Site. The rest of the day is dedicated to Mark and the Super Tuscans! Tuscany is considered to be the wine central in comparison to other Italian wine regions and hosts no less than 11 wine zones, most notably Bolgheri, Carmignano, and Chianti.
the most popular Catholic saints in history, St. Francis of Assisi, founder of the Franciscan order and better known as the revered patron saint of animals. We visit the Basilica before we continue towards Rome with a last stop in a medieval hilltop town for lunch. Check in to our hotel in the center of the “Eternal City” and the evening is yours to relish the menu of the day at a nearby trattoria. B
We will visit a producer of highly-rated Super Tuscans in the morning and learn why the Italians think wine made in Tuscany is the greatest in the world. We will explore the vineyard and learn how wine making in Tuscany differs from other regions in Italy. Then we will travel Montalcino, to what many consider Mecca in the winemaking world. Here they produce the wine Brunello di Montalcino (Mark’s dog is named Brunello, so it seems to have impacted him). In Montalcino we will stroll the streets of the commune and have lunch with a well-regarded wine producer of Brunello di Montalcino. Then we will tour the estate of a wellkknown winery. For wine lovers it doesn’t get any better than this! Late afternoon and evening for leisure in San Gimignano. B|T|L
October 4, 2016 A day of glories waits as we follow in the footsteps of Caesar. We start with the rise and fall of Imperial Rome and Roman Forum before following the gladiators to the Coliseum. We stop to admire the Fountain of Trevi, Spanish Steps, and Piazza Navona. The afternoon is devoted to the devoted as we head to the world’s smallest country – the Vatican. Not only is it the center of the Catholic church, but it is also home to some of the greatest cultural treasures ever created by man: the Hall of Raphael, the Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Tonight we gather for a farewell dinner and enjoy our last Italian meal with more vino. B|D
October 2, 2016 Our day starts with a walking tour of Siena, one of Italy’s best medieval experiences. This iconic city is made for strolling, with no cars and one of the most Gothicstyle cathedrals in Italy – the Duomo. The glorious red brick Piazza del Campo in the heart of the city, is the legendary site for the century-old Palio, the famous biannual bareback horse race. Before leaving Siena we taste the delicious “Pane Toscano” – bread cooked in a wood-burning oven, cooled, and then brushed in freshly pressed, aromatic,
October 5, 2016 All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to the airport in may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free stores before B B|T|L|D = Breakfast | Tasting | Lunch | Dinner
and enjoy while Mark guides us through the secrets of Montepulciano! Late afternoon arrival to another medieval pearl of Italy: Perugia in Umbria. Enjoy a cold glass of Orvieto over a great dinner before you call it a day. B|T
Italian Wine Specialist
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• Milan • Lake Como & Bellagio
• Florence with the David and Michelangelo Museum • Leaning Tower of Pisa • Tuscany, San Gimignano, Siena • Perugia • Assisi & St. Francis Basilica • Rome Imperial Tour • Vatican Museum • Sistine Chapel • St. Peter’s Basilica • Wine tastings at selected wineries
Per person in shared double room: $3,995 Per person in shared triple room: $3,895 Per person in single room: $4,990 A non-refundable deposit of $750 per person is required at time of reservation. Full payment is due June 26th, 2016 and the tour • Travel Tour Host (Mark McDonald) • Local English speaking professional guide for 10 days • Transport by luxury motor coach with driver for 10 days • Hotel accommodation based on twin bedded rooms with private bath as listed opposite for 9 nights • Full breakfast daily • Five lunches (Milan, Bellagio, Florence and at wineries) • Farewell dinner in Rome • Visit to six wineries with tastings (additional wineries optional) • Visits and admission fees to: Duomo di Milano*, Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence*, St. Francis Basilica, Coliseum and Vatican Museum* * no-line tickets • Ferry tickets to Bellagio Not Included
with a minimum of 14 participants and a maximum of 20 participants. We are happy to assist with air at the best rates available. Travel insurance is highly recommended - please ask us!
• Como — Hotel Le Due Corti, 4 star with spa • Alba — Hotel I Castelli, 4 star • San Gimignano - Relais Santa Chiara, 4 star • Perugia — Hotel Brufani Palace, 5 star • Rome — Hotel Donna Camilla Savelli, 4 star your travel documents, 30 days prior to departure.
To register contact: • Tips • Porterage • Meals other than mentioned • Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned • Personal expenses • Flight tickets to/from Italy. We are happy to assist with reservations
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Nebraskans traveling to Alaska Cruise & Land Tour
Dear Friends, Executive Travel is thrilled to present a custom tailored, deluxe tour to Canada and Alaska. This once-in-a-lifetime Alaska Cruise Tour begins in Vancouver, the bustling west coast seaport, known as Canada’s emerald jewel for its lush rain forests, and among Canada’s densest, surrounded by mountains and invites outdoor pursuits of all kinds, but also offers a thriving art, theater and music scene. We have also included a full day visit to Victoria Island, and some of the greatest experiences during our 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise. We offer a travel extension to Denali National Park at the end of the cruise. This will be a wonderful time to travel fellow Nebraskans and meet new friends on a memorable trip to Alaska. The opportunities for photography are exceptional and insight to the history and culture of both countries is unparalled. Please take a look inside this brochure to learn all the details. Once you do, we hope you will join us on this travel experience of a lifetime. Sincerely, Steve Glenn Chairman of the Board, CEO Executive Travel
Enjoy a special tour of the beautiful Butchart Gardens!
Day-by-Day Itinerary: Friday, August 5th, 2016 in the heart of Vancouver. Time to relax and the remainder of the day for leisure.
Saturday, August 6, 2016 A full day to Victoria Island awaits us. With our private motor coach and guide, we depart our hotel after breakfast and head to the Tsawwassen Ferry -
displays to suit the season and is just as spectacular in August as in spring and late fall. This visit will for sure be an experience you will not soon forget. Late afternoon we depart from Swartz Bay Ferry Terminal to return to Vancouver for the night.
Sunday, August 7, 2016 If you could watch the history of Vancouver as a time-lapse movie, you’d see the creation of a sawmill and a community that grew up around it, which then became the townsite of Granville. Then comes the railroad, and development of the great natural harbor. Then: a sudden linkage to the Orient, Eastern Canada, and Europe. Immigrants come, business blooms, and the skyscrapers rise up along Burrard Inlet, always with the mountains visible in the spaces
We will pass from all the highlights of the city including a one-hour visit to Granville Island. We will tour through & Prospect Point) and English Bay. We will also make a stop for 30 minutes at the Vancouver Lookout Observation 7-Day Glacier Discovery Cruise! We depart Vancouver at 5pm.
Monday, August 8, 2016 Scenic cruising the Inside Passage. The fabled Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world, and one of the few where deep-draft vessels can sail close to steep mountain walls. The scenery is unbelievable, with forests in a hundred shades of green, tumbling turquoise glaciers, and evocative towns loaded with history, culture and adventure. With most of Southeast Alaska accessible only by boat or plane, the Inside Passage is a lifeline to the outside world. All day long it hums with activity.
Day-by-Day Itinerary: Tuesday, August 9, 2016 7am-3pm arrival and visit to Ketchikan Arriving to Ketchikan clutching the shores of the Tongass Narrows, with many shops and houses built right out over the water. The stairways are weathered and the vibe is cheerful in the town that calls itself the Salmon Capital of the
by retreating glaciers, leaving granite cliffs towering thousands of feet above the sea and countless waterfalls plunging into placid waters. Numerous shore excursions are available today – please reserve latest by July 22nd.
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 10am-10pm arrival and visit to Juneau. No roads lead to Juneau, which gives the Alaskan capital a misty inscrutability. You need to come by air or water, but when you arrive, the place will delight you with its bounty of water, forests, and mountains. Squeezed between the
The vast Tongass National Forest stretches away to the northeast. You can shop downtown or get out and kayak,
Numerous shore excursions are available today – please reserve latest by July 22nd.
Thursday, August 11, 2016 7am-9pm arrival and visit to Skagway. Some of the aspiring Klondike gold rushers who made it to Skagway took a look at the 500-mile journey that still lay ahead of them and decided a change of profession was in order. So many of them set up shop as provisioners that Skagway was the largest city in Alaska by the end of the 19th century. Booms fade and dreams move on, but the
Numerous shore excursions are available today – please reserve latest by July 22nd.
Friday, August 12, 2016 7am-4pm arrival and visit Glacier Bay. a unique ecosystem of plants and animals living in concert with an ever-changing glacial landscape. When a monumental chunk of ice splits off a glacier and thunders into the sea the impact shoots water hundreds of does: Glacier Bay has more actively calving tidewater glaciers than anyplace else in the world. Numerous shore excursions are available today – please reserve latest by July 22nd.
Day-by-Day Itinerary: Saturday, August 13, 2016 A day at sea to enjoy all the amenities aboard our ship.
Sunday, August 14, 2016 6am arrival and disembarkation at Seward. Transfer to our extension package. We offer a 5-day tour of Denali National Park. For those who wish to extend, we will take a scenic rail journey along Turnagain Arm aboard the cruise-train en route to Anchorage. neighborhoods. So much of the rest of the scenery is water. The west of the city is bounded by the Cook Inlet, the north and south by its two major branches: the Knik Arm and Turnagain Arm. Enjoy the restaurants, saloons, museums and galleries.
Monday, August 15, 2016 Every turn on the Denali park road heralds some new astonishment. Watch for ptarmigan, Alaska’s state bird, in the open valleys and golden eagles patrolling the higher elevations and ridge tops. With luck, you’ll see grizzlies crossing braided streams, Dall sheep traversing rugged cliffs and moose foraging in upland meadows. Listen to ravens, magpies and gray jays chattering in the brush. And always present, there looms Denali, raising its massive alabaster bulk high above the surrounding plain.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016 Today features the unforgettable Tundra Wilderness Tour. This 6-8 hours fully narrated sightseeing excursion is a deep dive into Denali National Park - the very best chance Additional excursions available – please reserve latest by July 22nd.
Wednesday, August 17, 2016
wild country.
Additional excursions available – please reserve latest by July 22nd.
Thursday, August 18, 2016
Pricing and Payment Details: For single occupancy or Family rooms, rates may vary.
August 5-14, 2016.
OMAHA
DENVER
Air, Tour & Cruise - Inside Stateroom
$3,469
$3,269
Air, Tour & Cruise - Balcony Stateroom
$4,469
$4,269
August 5-18, 2016.
OMAHA
DENVER
Air, Tour, Cruise & Denali Ext. - Inside Stateroom
$4,669
$4,469
Air, Tour, Cruise & Denali Ext. - Balcony Stateroom
$5,669
$5,469
OMAHA schedule
DENVER schedule
Above pricing is based on estimated 50 attendees and may be adjusted in case of less attendees. All rates are subject to change.
Reservations: A non-refundable deposit of $1,000 per person is required upon signing up for the tour.
We strongly recommend travel insurance, please ask us!
Pricing and Payment Details: Price include the following: • 2 nights at luxury category hotel in Vancouver, B.C. • Arrival transfer from Vancouver airport to the hotel on August 5, 2016 • Full day excursion to Victoria Island as described above • Admission to Butchart Gardens
• Transfer from hotel to Vancouver Cruise Port
breakfast on day of disembarkation) • Transfer from cruise ship to Anchorage airport if applicable
Price does not include: * Porterage and gratuities * Personal expenses * Anything not mentioned in the inclusions * Shore excursions - shore excursions must be pre-booked latest by July 22nd
MISCELLANEOUS • Attendees are required to put a credit card down at • Valid Passports are required for Canada and is the responsibility of each attendee.
To sign up, please contact: Anne Fuldby-Olsen and Terri Schmidt Executive Travel Group Department
Email: groupdepartment@executivetravel.com
NEW YORK, NEW YORK...WITH MORRIE!
NOVEMBER 16-20, 2016 CATCH BROADWAY–YOU CAN! Lincoln Community Playhouse is thrilled to present a custom tailored tour to the Big Apple, New York City! This once-in-a-lifetime 5-day tour will not only feature some of the greatest Broadway shows, but also give you time to explore one of the world’s greatest cities on your own or with Morrie and friends. We have included 3 shows and a panoramic city sightseeing with our own private guide, a true New Yorker, who can’t wait to share all his ins and outs and local secrets with you. The opportunities for shopping and photography are exceptional, and Morrie’s insight into the city’s history and theatre is unparalleled. If you haven’t visited New York before this is the perfect custom tour for you to see it all. Please take a look inside this brochure to learn all the details. Once you do, we hope you will join us on this special tour.
ABOUT MORRIE: Morrie Enders has been the Executive Director of Lincoln Community Playhouse since January of 2010. A self-proclaimed “Theatre Evangelist,” Morrie is proud to have spent a lifetime in community theatre. He was Artistic Director of Kalamazoo (MI) Civic Theatre and Artistic/ Managing Director of La Crosse (WI) Community Theatre. His productions have been performed in Germany, Japan and Monaco. Morrie fell in love with New York City on his hundreds of Broadway shows. Morrie can’t wait to share this amazing city with you.
Day-by-Day Itinerary: Wednesday, November 16th, 2016 4:00AM:
We meet at the parking lot of Lincoln Community Playhouse to transfer by
Upon arrival we meet with our local tour guide and take a panoramic city tour of the Big Apple. We will pass from Battery Park, Wall Street, Ground Zero, Central Park, 5th Avenue and much more, while our tour guide shares all the secrets of this amazing city. 5:00PM:
Check in to The Westin Times Square, a deluxe hotel located right in the heart of the theatre district. Time to relax and the remainder of the evening for leisure. Join Morrie for a true New York style
Thursday, November 17th, 2016 9:00AM:
Join Morrie for a walking tour of the area around the hotel to learn everything about the theatre in the neighborhood. If you like to explore even more, we recommend taking a guided cruise of lower Manhattan in the early afternoon. The skyline of New York City is incomparable with any other city in the world.
Friday, November 18th, 2016 Free time in the morning to seek your own favorite spot of the city. 7:00PM:
Short walk from the hotel to enjoy your second Broadway Show!
Saturday, November 19th, 2016 11:00AM:
We take a short walk to Radio City Music Hall for the Stage Door Tour and to enjoy the amazing Christmas Show later in the afternoon. Evening free for leisure.
Sunday, November 20th, 2016 AM:
Free time to savor the last impressions of Manhattan. Don’t miss the last bite at one of those very special Delis before we board our private motor coach for the transfer to the airport.
transfer back to Lincoln Community Playhouse. Above schedule is subject to change.
Pricing and Payment details: Per person in shared double room: Single room supplement: Triple room and quadruple rooms:
$1,999.00 $699.00 Available upon request.
A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required at time of reservation. Full payment is due August 5th, 2016 and non-refundable.
Price includes: • • • • • • • • •
Air Omaha-New York-Omaha, economy class 4 nights at The Westin Times Square www.westinny.com Round-trip transfer by private motor coach Lincoln Community Playhouse-Omaha Airport Arrival transfer and panoramic New York City sightseeing before check-in to our hotel 2 shows (afternoon or evening), “best seating available” Radio City Music Hall tour and Christmas show, “best seating available” Transfer from The Westin to the airport on Sunday, November 20th Two pre-tour meetings with Morrie Enders at Lincoln Community Playhouse (dates will be advised) All local taxes and fees
Not included: • Personal expenses • Anything not mentioned above
To sign up, please contact:
1212 O Street
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Register online at: http://www.cvent.com/d/zfqpqc?RefID=NewYork
November 26 thru December 4, 2016
EUROPE Dear Friends, Executive Travel is thrilled to present a custom-tailored, deluxe tour to Germany and Austria. This time we celebrate Christmas, “Chris’s Mass,” the “Midwinter Feast,” or simply “The celebration of the Light!” If you are tired of commercialism taking over this holiday period and would like to get away for a real traditional and romantic Christmas market experience, you should consider joining us. Our journey is a feast for all the senses. This once-in-a-lifetime, 9-day Christmas fairytale tour takes us through the German and Austrian cities of Munich, Regensburg, Nuremberg and Salzburg, before ending our tour with two unforgettable nights in Vienna. visit has its own unique atmosphere. Here Christmas gifts are not mass-produced, but craftwork of real quality. You can buy all kinds of Christmas merchandise and presents, woodcarvings, marionettes, candles, and lambskin shoes to place beneath your Christmas tree. Beyond the rich opportunity of buying genuine gifts and ornaments and the unique ambience of typical German and Austrian Christmas markets, our tour is further enhanced by the aromas of roasted chestnuts, grilled sausages, gingerand who can resist a baked apple on a crisp winter day, accompanied by a glass of delicious mulled wine? We are going to taste and enjoy it all, and, while listening to Christmas carols, our guide will share all her local knowledge of every city we visit. There is a certain timelessness about the sights that is unbelievable. The opportunities for photography are exceptional and insight into the history, architecture, lifestyle, culture, and cuisine of both countries is unparalleled. Take a look inside this brochure to learn all the details of our wonderful tour. Once you do we hope you will join us on this special tour. Sincerely, Steve Glenn Chairman of the Board and CEO Executive Travel
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November 26, 2016
service as you start your Christmas market fairytale vacation.
November 27, 2016 Arrive in Munich, the capital of Bavaria, in the early morning. We will be met by our local English-speaking guide, who will be with us for the full duration of our journey in Germany and Austria. We will take a panoramic tour of Munich to become familiar with the city before we check in to our hotel, located within few minutes from the famous pedestrian streets and Marienplatz (Mary’s Square). Munich is a beautiful city of hightech modernity and proud old traditions, and has so many fantastic attractions that it is hard to know where to start. Walking the colorful old town (Altstadt), we retrace the paths of 850 years of history. From Marienplatz and the famous Glockenspiel, we stroll through the medieval heart of the city admiring the simple beauty of the Frauenkirche, whose twin towers dominate the city’s skyline. Munich is also a city of royal scandals and a turbulent 20th century with the early days of the Nazi Party, but the story we all love most is that of the most famous beverage worldwide: beer!
and plants, and much more. We end the famous Christmas Market with a dinner at a local restaurant. B|D
November 28, 2016 After a rich breakfast, we take head north to spend our day in Regensburg, a medieval UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Germany’s oldest towns. Crusaders used the 12th century Stone Bridge to cross the Danube en route to the Holy Land. We have arranged an old-town sightseeing by foot and we will visit the Christmas market at the Thurn & Taxis Palace. During Advent the palace’s courtyard serves as a magical stage for one of the most beautiful Christmas markets in Bavaria. Lunch is enjoyed at the historic “Wurstkuchl” (Sausage Kitchen) of Regensburg. Located in a 900-year-old building, this is the world’s oldest sausage kitchen, still serving more than 6,000 sausages to its guests daily. The menu is simple: Sausages (comes in portions of six, eight or ten!) along with sauerkraut and mustard - a meal for a king! We return to Munich in the late afternoon for an evening at leisure.
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November 29, 2016 The morning is free to relax before we head out to enjoy two prominent Christmas markets. The organizers of the Residenz Christmas Market have recreated a farming village in the Emperor’s Court of the Munich Residenz, the former Bavarian Seat of Government. They say the prettiest gingerbread in Germany are made and sold here; we will taste and judge! We continue to the Bayerisches Nationalmuseum with the world-famous collection of nativity scenes. The late afternoon is spend at the English Garden’s Christmas Market. The Chinese Tower is located right in the center of the garden, which is transformed into a lovely market with everything the city markets have to offer. Sample local bratwurst, beers and mulled wine, shop handmade arts and crafts and simply enjoy. The middle-of-the-forest atmosphere just seems so appropriate for the Christmas feel. B
November 30, 2016 After a tasty breakfast we leave our hotel to visit Nuremberg! We will exchange our motor coach today with the local train. In the shadow of the towering Imperial Castle, we are going to explore the city by foot. Gothic churches, Patrician houses, romantic corners ...right at your feet! A unique atmosphere of lively co-existence between medieval and modern, past and the present, prevails in Nuremberg. Hungry? Why not try a the delicious “3 im Wecla” (“3 in a Roll”-sandwich) ...We will visit the Nuremberg Christmas market which is famous for its culinary delights and is one of the most important Christmas markets in Germany. It is and the clatter of hooves tells us that the stagecoach is coming, and we are going for a ride with Heinz, who proudly has braved wind and weather for more than 20 years and offered a noble and nostalgic trip back in time, a journey which was once a luxury that only the wealthiest could afford. We return to Munich by train to enjoy an evening at leisure. B
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December 1, 2016 After breakfast we will say goodbye to Munich and head towards Salzburg. A stop and visit at the “Stille-Nacht”-museum in Oberndorf is included on our our way to Salzburg. Upon arrival to the hometown of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, we will visit the “Geburtshaus”, the house where Mozart was born in 1756 and lived with his parents until 1773. The house is now transformed to a start in music, who his friends and patrons were, family relationships, his passion for opera, and much more. Then we take an old-town sightseeing by foot and visit the Christmas market. We will enjoy an afternoon at leisure in this enchanting city. B
December 2, 2016 Departing Salzburg and heading towards yet another enchanting city; Vienna. On our way, we will make a stop to visit to the amazing Stift Melk Abbey. This Benedictine abbey, raising above the town of Melk on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube River, contains the tomb of Saint Coloman of Stockerau and the remains ruling dynasty. A short drive from Melk will bring us to Vienna in the early afternoon and we will enjoy a sightseeing tour before checking in to our hotel in the center of the city. The “City of Waltz” embraces both the comtemporary and the classic and is one of Europe’s most beautiful capitals with an exciting cultural, music and theater heritage. The Museumsquartier and Hofburg coffee Towns” in the world! Do not miss a Viennese Melange and a piece of the famous “Torte” in one of the countless cafes. The evening is yours to enjoy. B
December 3, 2016 The day is dedicated to the Christmas markets of Vienna, a true age-old tradition. The forerunners of the present day events date back to the Middle Ages when in 1298 Albrecht I granted Vienna’s citizens the privilege of holding a December Market or “Krippenmarkt” (cribs market). Since then, the characters and prevalence of these markets has changed considerably. Nowasonal gifts and mouthwatering treats. The Wiener Rathausplatz The Viennese Christmas Market in front of City Hall is an unforgettable highlight for those eager to get into the spirit of the season. The unique backdrop gives this market a charm of its own, and delicious aromas are sure to lull all of us into the seasonal joy. We continue by foot to the Christmas Market of Stephansplatz, which focuses on contemplation and tradition, with more than 30 booths offering high-quality products from Austria. The evening is free at leisure. B
December 4, 2016 All too soon, your vacation has ended. Transfer to the airport in may do some last minute shopping at the duty-free stores before United States.
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Munich City Sightseeing Regensburg City Sightseeing Nuremberg City Sightseeing Salzburg City Sightseeing House of Mozart Vienna City Sightseeing World-famous Christmas Markets Local tastings Stunning sceneries
Per person, land only • Double occupancy: $1,995 • Single room supplement: $850 A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required at time of reservation. Full payment is due August 26th, 2016. The tour is
• Hotel accommodation based on twin bedded rooms with private bath as listed opposite for 7 nights • Local English-speaking professional tour guide for 8 days • Transportation by luxury motor coach with driver as per tour program • Round-trip train tickets (2nd class) Munich-Nuremberg-Munich • Full daily breakfast • One dinner (drinks excluded) • One lunch (drinks excluded) • Visits and admission fees to all above mentioned Christmas markets, the Bayerisches Nationalmuseum, The “Stille-Nacht”-Museum, House of Mozart in Salzburg and Stift Melk Abbey, Stage Coach ride in Nuremberg • All local taxes
Tips Porterage Meals other than mentioned Entrances to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned • Personal expenses • Flight tickets to Munich and return from Vienna. We are happy to assist with reservations.
and a maximum of 30 participants. We are happy to assist with international air at the best rates available. Travel insurance is highly recommended - contact us!
• Munich — Hotel Torbrau, 4 star • Salzburg—Hotel Crowne Plaza, 4 star • Vienna — Hotel Astoria, 4 star
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ITALY The Eternal Senses of
Sept 15, 2017 thru Sept 24, 2017
Hosted by the Lincoln Olive Oil Shop and Rob Baker
Dear Friends, For many years it has been my dream to be able to host an extraordinary tour to Italy. The time has now come to materialize my dream – let us travel to Italy, September 15-24, 2017! Italy has always been a synonym for good food and our tour is nothing less than a parade of passion, a love affair with century-old traditions, art, music and literature and of course ... tastings of delicacies you will not soon forget! scents and aromas. I will share my knowledge and secrets of unique route leads us through the regions of Piedmont, Emilia Romagna and Tuscany. We will visit the “Center of Fashion”, Milan and travel through green olive groves in Tuscany. These landscapes, largely unchanged since medieval times, are decorated with country churches, beautiful abbeys, medieval villages and hilltop castles. And as “All roads lead to Rome”, we will conclude our tour spending two full days exploring The Eternal City. Tour highlights includes a city tour of Milan with a visit to the wine tastings; a hands-on-cooking lesson in our very special Villa Casagrande in Tuscany; a guided tour of the New Enzo Ferrari Museum for car buffs, a city tours of Florence and Rome …and much, much more. There is a certain timelessness about the sights that is unbelievable. The opportunities for photography are exceptional and in sight to the history, architecture, lifestyle and culture is unparalleled, just like the cuisine of Italy. If you ever wanted to discover Italy’s beauty, this is the perfect custom tour for you to see it all. Please take a look inside this brochure to learn all the details. Once you do, I hope you will join me on this special tour. Sincerely, Rob Baker, Lincoln Olive Oil Shop
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Friday, September 15th, 2017 service as you start your vacation.
Saturday, September 16th, 2017 Arrive in Milan Malpensa Airport in the early morning. We will be met by our local English speaking Tour Manager who will follow us during our journey in Italy. We are off for a half day guided tour of Milan, one of Europe’s richest cities, known for stylish shops, galleries and restaurants, and with a pace of life much faster than most Italian cities. Upon arrival we visit the famous Duomo with its beautiful majestic glass-roofed Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the world’s most glamorous and oldest shopping malls – it was build in 1867. We will also pass from the impressive landmarks of Piazza Sempione with its Arco della Pace (“Arch of Peace”), the Castello Sforzesco, ranked amongst Europe’s largest citadels, and La Scala, one of the world’s most famous opera houses. Lunch at a local restaurant in Milan. In the late afternoon we arrive to our hotel in the Piedmont region: Hotel I CASTELLI or similar in Alba, for a good night’s rest. Distance: Milan-Alba = 2 hours
Sunday, September 17th, 2017 in the Piedmont, Alba area. We will be offered a unique and exciting experience. Surrounded by the beautiful panorama of Langhe, we will have an opportunity to participate in a real
Monday, September 18th, 2017 This morning depart for a delicious journey in the Parma area to visit the farm and meet the makers of the local Parma Ham and Balsamic Vinegar. Of course we will not only visit and listen…but also taste! You will never forget the taste of this special food. The day continue with the visit of a traditional balsamic vinegar private production, where we will taste from 12 to 50 years old vinegars! Lunch and dinner will be on our own. Accommodation at 4-star hotel in Modena: Una Hotel or similar. Distance: Alba-Parma = 2 hours & Parma-Modena = 1 hour
Tuesday, September 19th, 2017 This morning before leaving Modena, enjoy a guided visit at the New Enzo Ferrari Museum (1 hour guided visit included). Around 10:30am depart to Florence and free time for lunch. Around 3.00pm meet with our local expert guide as we enjoy a guided walking tour of the city (3 hours): Stroll down cobblestone lanes, through majestic squares and across ancient bridges, pausing along the way to visit and learn about Palazzo Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, the cathedral and Giotto’s bell tower and the Accademia (entrance fees and reservations are included). Florence offers the largest number of historical buildings and works of art in Italy, as well as several world-class museums. We transfer to our Tuscan villa, Villa Casagrande or similar, where we will enjoy a 2 night stay. Tonight we will relish the genuine Tuscan hospitality: Welcome dinner at the villa including wine/water. Distance: Modena-Florence = 2 hours 30 min & Florence-Figline Valdarno = 1 hour
Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 The day is dedicated to olive oil in Tuscany!
and their natural environment. we will taste some wines (Nebbiolo d’Alba DOC Spumante Metodo Classico - Langhe DOC Rossese Bianco - Barbera d’Alba DOC - Langhe DOC Nebbiolo - Barolo DOCG), olive Remainder of the day for leisure in Alba.
This morning we reach Reggello (20 minutes from the Villa) for an olive oil tasting and tour at Santa Téa Olive Oil Mill (Frantoio Gonnelli 1585). Enters the oil history by visiting Italy’s oldest Mill: It is possible to visit the Santa Téa Olive Oil Mill thus entering into a virtual path that traces the history of oil: From the date of Foundation of Santa Téa, 1426, to the year of purchase by the Gonnelli family in 1585 and up to the present.
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Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 The olive oil mill was built in 1426, when Cosimo de’ Medici, the is still possible to see the construction date engraved on an old stone mill, where the millstone and the press are still preserved, once used for crushing.The Oil Mill owes its name to the adjoining chapel dedicated to St. Tea, whose cult has spread through many parts of the early Christian world and has expanded in our area since the Byzantine-Gothic period.Today, the Santa Téa Olive Oil Mill represents one of the most advanced realities, both from the qualitative and technological point of view in the world of extra virgin olive oil. The oil museum, the olive groves and the modern exclusive extraction system, are the stages that we will walk through at the Santa Téa Olive Oil Mill. Afternoon enjoy a cooking class at the Villa: The course lasts three hours from 4:00pm. The lesson will be run by the chef Paola Boncini and together we will prepare (and afterwards eat!) typical Tuscan dishes and other Italian specialities, sweets and Tuscan cakes.
Thursday, September 21st, 2017 After breakfast at the hotel, depart for Siena and a half-day guided tour of this unique city with the red of the Piazza del Campo - with an alchemy geometry of the Piazza, suggestively neo-Gothic and cathartic - commanded by the Duomo and surrounded by narrow streets and alleys. Sweet-smelling Trattorias, the sounds of the artisans and spouting fountains; Fontebrande and the mystery of the Diana, a famous river underneath Siena. These are the reasons why Siena opens up its heart more than any other place, as the famous inscription reads on the Porta di Camollia. Proceed to San Gimignano with a light lunch at a local farm. After lunch enjoy a walking tour of San Gimignano: Passing through the most wonderful Tuscan countryside. The rolling slopes are covered with vineyards and silvery green olive grows, like a picture. Only this spectacle would be more than enough and prosperity in the middle Ages. Only 13 of the town’s original 76 towers remain. Enjoy your time to stroll the narrow cobbled streets taking San Gimignano’s sights, Piazza della Cisterna, the Collegiata in Piazza del Duomo, a Romanesque cathedral. We proceed to Rome to our 4-star hotel: Hotel Donna Camilla Savelli or similar. Overnight.
Friday, September 22nd, 2017 This morning enjoy a guided tour with the highlights of the Eternal Rome: From the Roman Squares including Trevi fountain, where you can throw a coin inside in order to make a wish come true- remember to do that giving your shoulders to the fountain! To the ANCIENT ROME with Piazza Venezia, Rome Historical Centre with “The Vittoriano” the altar dedicated to the King Vittorio Emanuele II in 1911, the Roman Forums and the Colosseum, the Rome’s greatest amphitheatre built by the Emperor Vespasian in 72 A.C. Afternoon at leisure, dinner on our own and overnight.
Saturday, September 23rd, 2017 This morning, we are off to spend the day at the Holy See, Vatican City: It’s a 5-minute drive to another country. With our expert local guide we’ll tour the Vatican Museums, a treasure trove of ancient Greek sculptures, medieval tapestries and Renaissance paintings. Our visit culminates in the Sistine Chapel, the room where the Pope is elected. We enter in total silence, not wanting to disturb Michelangelo’s famed frescoes depicting stories from the Bible and the “End of Times.” With our expert local guide we’ll visit St. Peter’s Basilica, by far the largest church in Christendom. We’ll see Michelangelo’s Pieta, sculpted when he was just 24, as well as Bernini’s seven-story bronze canopy located above the main altar. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner at a local restaurant in Rome tasting Roman dishes. Overnight.
Sunday, September 24th, 2017 All too soon, our vacation has ended. Transfer to the airport You may do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free the United States, arriving the same day.
Distance: Figline Valdarno-Siena = 1 hour Distance: Siena-San Gimignano = 45 min Distance: San Gimignano-Rome = 3 hours
ARRIVEDERCI ITALY!
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Pricing & Inclusions
Hotel Accomodations
LAND PACKAGE price:
Hotel I Castelli, Alba 4-Star http://hotel-icastelli.com/?lang=en
$2,995 per person in shared double room Single supplement at $695.00 Land price includes: • 8 nights at mentioned hotels or similar • 8 x full breakfast • 3 x light lunces • 2 x olive oil tastings • 1 x ham and balsamic tasting • 2 x wine tastings • 1 x cooking class with dinner • Tuscan Welcome Dinner with wine/water • Farewell dinner in Rome with wine/water • Professional English speaking tour manager during whole tour • All transportations as mentioned in tour program • Half day guided tours of: Milan, Florence, Siena, San Gimignano and Rome (2 x HD in Rome) • Guided visit at the New Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena • Admission “Skip-the-Line” to: Duomo Milan, Accademia Gallery • Florence, Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel • Headphones where required • Mandatory city tax at all hotels
Una Hotel Modena 4-Star http://www.unahotels.it/en/una_hotel_modena/modena_hotels.htm Villa Casagrande, Tuscany 3-Star Superior Land Villa + http://www.villacasagrande.it/en/spa-hotel-tuscany.html Hotel Camilla Savelli, Rome 4-Star http://www.hoteldonnacamillasavelli.com/
Exclusions • Air (Executive Travel can assist – we estimate air at $1,400 per person incl. taxes and fees • Gratuities • Meals other than mentioned • Entrance fees to monuments and/or museums other than mentioned • Personal expenses • Travel insurance – highly recommended - $226 per person – ask Executive Travel!
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Final Reservation Requires A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required upon Balance is due 90 days prior to departure (July 15th, 2017). We refer to Executive Travel’s general terms and conditions
1212 O Street • Lincoln, NE 68508 Phone 402-458-9858 • Fax 402-435-2735