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Phone: +1 269-317-2239 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.viavitaetravels.com 6352 Trumpeter Lane Ypsilanti, MI 48197 United States of America Via Vitae Travels Stand beside the masters in their kitchens, castles, and wineries and learn the secrets of Italy hidden gem Piedmont. Discover flavors of the Piedmonts history, wines, and world-class cuisine. From wine on the hills overlooking Torino to historical estates in Barolo to fresh- handmade agnolotti, prepare to indulge in the best the region has to offer. Passion for Piemonte (Piedmont) The Journey of Life... Via Vitae Travels REMINDER: Space for this special journey is available on a first-come, first-serve basis and is truly limited. For more information or to reserve your place today, please call Via Vitae Travels at +1 269-317-2239.

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Page 1: Passion for Piemonte (Piedmont) · A $1,000 deposit is required to confirm booking and guarantee your place in this trip; half of the full tour amount due 90 days before depar-ture;

Phone: +1 269-317-2239

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.viavitaetravels.com

6352 Trumpeter Lane

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

United States of America

V i a V i t a e T r a v e l s

Stand beside the masters in their kitchens, castles, and wineries and learn the secrets of Italy hidden gem Piedmont. Discover flavors of the

Piedmont’s history, wines, and world-class cuisine. From wine on the hills overlooking Torino to historical estates in Barolo to fresh-

handmade agnolotti, prepare to indulge in the best the region has to offer.

Passion for Piemonte (Piedmont)

The Journey of Life...

V i a V i t a e T r a v e l s

REMINDER: Space for this special journey is available on a first-come, first-serve basis and is truly limited. For more information or to reserve

your place today, please call Via Vitae Travels at +1 269-317-2239.

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Your tour package includes

Round-trip airport transfers from Caselle airport in Torino (TRN)

8 nights in luxurious accommodations

8 breakfasts

3 lunches with local wines

3 aperitivi (small plates/heavy appetizers with wines)

2 multiple course wine pairing lunches

4 multiple course wine pairing dinners

6 wine tastings

2 guided walking sightseeing city tours

Piedmontese cheese tastings

Private deluxe climate controlled motor coach

All lodging, taxes, fees

Included highlights

Select small group tour, 10 people or less

Lodging at unique 4-star and 5-star accommodations

Wine dinners at Michelin star level restaurants

Private winery tours not available to the general public

Wine pairing dinner at the University of Gastronomical Sciences, home of the Slow Food movement

Private and exclusive tours of the prominent villas, castles and historical sites

Private hands on cooking class with personal local chef

Professional guided walking tours of the cities of Torino (Turin) and Aosta

Visits to the villages of Barolo and Barbaresco

Expert Italian-English liaison and local guides throughout the entire tour

Optional truffle hunt with local "Trifulau" (truffle hunter) and truffle dog

Tour pace

On this guided tour, you will walk for about 1-4 hours daily across cobblestone streets, vineyards and a few hills.

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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Overnight travel from USA to Torino (TRN), Italy

Day 2 - Arrive at the Caselle Airport in Torino (TRN) where your private transfer service will greet you and escort

you to our luxury, boutique residence in the center of Torino, the capital of Piemonte. Your afternoon will be free

— allowing you to relax after your journey, enjoy the city and freshen-up before dinner.

Private transfer included

Welcome to Piemonte Reception — Wine Aperitivo; overview of the wine and geographic regions we will visit

on the tour

Gourmet multiple course dinner with wine pairing included

Day 3 - After breakfast we will enjoy a guided tour of a historic villa in Torino, followed by tasting of the best Freisa di Chieri DOC with the wine maker overlooking the city.

Next we will have a guided walking tour of Torino with our local city expert; visit our favorite local historic coffee shop to taste the best chocolates and the famous

“Bicerin”. After our tour you will have time to experience the city and dinner on your own.

Breakfast included

Tour of the historic villa included

Lunch included

Wine tasting included

Guided walking tour of Torino included

Day 4 - Day on your own in Torino!! Explore the city with optional side trips

available including:

Luxury shopping Museums Reggia di Venaria Reale and gardens Sacra di S. Michele Basilica di Superga

In the late afternoon we will leave Torino to be transferred to your residence

in the Langhe region. After check in we will have a “Welcome to Langhe e

Roero” wine dinner overlooking the magnificent wine hills of the Barolo

region of Piemonte.

Breakfast included

Multiple course dinner with wine pairing included

Day 5 - After breakfast we will begin our day together with a tasting of estate produced wines and savory local meats and cheeses of the Roero region in an exclusive

winery and setting not open to tourists. This estate is also known for its delicious preserves, delicacies, and beauty products. After our wine tasting and lunch we will

enjoy a visit to Barbaresco and the famous Torre di Barbaresco. We will then return to our residence for a relaxing evening and dinner at your own pace.

Breakfast included

Wine tasting and education included

Gourmet multiple course lunch paired with wines included

Visit of Barbaresco and Torre di Barbaresco included

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Day 6 - After breakfast you will have the morning to rest and relax at the residence. Guests will have the option to participate in a truffle hunt with local expert Trifulau

(truffle hunter). Lunch will be at the Barolo producer Fontanafredda. After lunch we will have a guided tour and tasting of their estate wines. In the late afternoon we will

tour the Castello di Serralunga, one of the oldest estates of the Falletti Family. To complete our day, we will have a private hands on cooking class with our personal chef

who is an expert on the local Piemonte cuisine. We enjoy dinner with the dishes prepared.

Breakfast included

Lunch included

Guided-walking tour of the Fontanafredda Winery and Estate included

Barolo wine tasting at Fontanafredda included

Tour of the Castello di Serralunga included

Homemade multiple course dinner with local wines included

Day 7 - After breakfast we will enjoy a guided tour of the Castello di Grinzane Cavour, famous and important piece of Piemonte’s history. We

will visit Barolo and tour the famous Castello di Barolo. We spend the afternoon touring the city of Bra, home of Slow Food movement. While

in Bra we will have the opportunity to participate in a local Piedmont cheese tasting. The last stop of the day will be Pollenzo where we visit

the University of Gastronomic Sciences of Slow Food. At the University we will visit the Banca del Vino, historical buildings of the Savoia Fami-

ly, with a multiple course wine pairing meal at Albergo dell’Agenzia to conclude our evening.

Breakfast included

Guided tour at Castle of Grinzane Cavour included

Visit of Barolo and Castello di Barolo included

Local cheese tasting in Bra included

Visit to Slow Food University included

Gourmet multiple course dinner with wine pairing included

Day 8 - After breakfast and checkout we transfer to the Monferrato region for a private winery visit: you will enjoy a tour of the beautiful estate with breathtaking views of

the vineyards and hills followed by a multiple course lunch with the best Ruchè and Timorasso (local grapes of the region) and other local wines paired with each course.

Following our winery visit we transfer to our Castle residence in Canavese. After check in we will have a welcome toast with Erbaluce di Caluso Spumante DOC, tour of the

castle grounds and a dinner aperitivo together.

Breakfast included

Private winery visit, tour and wine tasting included

Multiple course lunch with wines included

Dinner aperitivo included

Day 9 - After breakfast we travel north into the region of Valle d’Aosta. We will start with a walk in the Roman city of Aosta, followed by lunch and a guided walking tour of

the city with our personal local expert and guide. Our day finishes with a farewell dinner aperitivo at our Castle residence.

Breakfast included

Lunch included

Guided-walking tour of Aosta with a local expert included

Farewell dinner aperitivo included

Day 10 - Transfers to Caselle Airport in Torino (TRN) and departures.

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PRICING AND RESERVATION POLICY

Trip Name: Passion for Piemonte

Occupancy: Double (Single Occupancy is available for a Single Supplement Surcharge)

Cost Per Person: $4,895

A $1,000 deposit is required to confirm booking and guarantee your place in this trip; half of the full tour amount due 90 days before depar-

ture; remaining balance due 60 days before departure.

Package is sold LAND ONLY (airfare sold separately). You are welcome to make arrangements on your preferred airline and enjoy the flexibility of arriving early or ex-

tending your vacation. Via Vitae Travels will be happy to assist with recommendations before and after but is not responsible for arranging travel outside of the scheduled

trip.

We reserve the right to cancel this trip due to insufficient registration. Full refund will be given if trip is canceled due to insufficient registration. Do not purchase independ-

ent Air Tickets until notified in writing that the minimum group size has been met and the trip will definitely operate.

NOTE: The information, dates, locations and prices provided in this document are estimates only based on currently available inform ation. Pricing and itinerary are sub-

ject to change.

PRICING DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to provide accurate pricing information. Operator reserves the right to correct promotional or pri cing errors at any

time, or to increase the trip price in the event of cost increases due to changes in trip fares, currency fluctuations, park-fee increases, taxes, fuel surcharges or other rea-

sons, unless you pre-paid prior to the cost increases going into effect. For more information, please contact Via Vitae Travels at +1 269-317-2239.

TRAVEL CANCELLATION POLICY AND TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN

Travel Cancellation Policy and Protection Plan is highly recommended. A vacation is your opportunity to relax, recharge your batteries and spend time with family and

friends. Unfortunately many things can happen that might cause you to cancel your travel plans or cut them short. Without adequate protection, you can lose your travel

investment. We recommend you purchase a policy with an insurance company of your choice. For extensive travel insurance coverage, we recommend a big-name compa-

ny. We do not endorse the following companies but for your convenience we are listing companies other travelers have used in the past: Betins, Allianz, Travelex, Travel

Guard, Travel Insured International, AAA (members only). You can compare insurance policies and costs among various providers at SquareMouth and at Insuremytrip.com (both

also sell insurance). In addition, you might want to purchase a Medical Expense and Emergency Assistance Benefits package, so you do not have to worry about getting the

care you need in case of a serious illness or injury.

Phone: +1 269-317-2239

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.viavitaetravels.com

6352 Trumpeter Lane

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

United States of America

V i a V i t a e T r a v e l s

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APPLICANTS FOR PARTICIPATION ON THIS TOUR ACCEPT IN FULL ALL OF THE CONDITIONS SET FORTH BELOW.

RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND BINDING ARBITRATION AGREEMENT

RESPONSIBILITY: Via Vitae Travels and its employees, shareholders, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors or trustees, successors, and assigns (collectively “VVT”), do 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, or other transportation companies, guides or guide services, local ground operators, providers or organizers of optional excursions, good service

or entertainment providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, VVT is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity or of any other third party.

In addition and without limitation, VVT 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, acts of government, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, bites from or attacks by animals, insects or pests, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any

kind or the threat thereof, sickness, illness, epidemics or the threat thereof, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, mechanical or other failure of airplanes, vessels, or other means of transportation, or for any failure of

any transportation mechanism to arrive or depart timely or safely.

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 as a trip participant, or remove from a trip, without refund, any person VVT judges to be incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of participating in the activities, or who is abusive to other

trip participants leaders or third parties, or who VVT determines to detract from the enjoyment of the trip by others. Specific room/cabin assignments are within the sole discretion of the hotel or cruise line.

VVT reserves the right to change the itinerary or trip features at any time and for any reason, with or without notice, and VVT shall not be liable for any loss of any kind as a result of any such changes. Ship schedules, port calls, hours

of arrival and departure, sightseeing events, special programs and guest lecture series (if applicable), are subject to change or cancellation. VVT reserves the right to substitute motorcoach transportation using hotels, inns or lodges

for cruise accommodations if necessary due to weather, water conditions or levels, other events of force majeure, mechanical or other conditions beyond the control of VVT. VVT is not responsible therefor and is not required to

compensate passengers under these circumstances. VVT may cancel a trip (or an option) for any reason whatsoever; if so, its sole responsibility is to refund monies paid by the participant to it. VVT, however, is not required under

these circumstances to refund the cost of any purchased travel insurance. VVT is not required to cancel any trip for any reason including without limitation, United States Department of State, World Health Organization or other

Warnings or Advisories of any kind. VVT is not responsible for penalties assessed by air carriers resulting from operational and/or itinerary changes, even if VVT makes the flight arrangements or cancels the trip. VVT reserves the

right to substitute vessels, hotels or attractions of a similar category for those listed in this brochure.

Applicants for participation on this tour accept in full all of the conditions set forth above.

NOT INCLUDED: Taxes; passport, visas and associated fees; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and Internet access; accidents/sickness, trip cancellation, and baggage insurance; gratuities to ship and hotel personnel;

optional sightseeing excursions; baggage charges on aircraft; local departure air/airport tax(es); airfare and associated local taxes, airport facility and security taxes and federal inspection fees not listed in the “Your Tour Package

Includes” section of the brochure; transfers and baggage handling to/from airport/hotel/ship on day(s) of arrival and/or departure if you are arriving earlier or later than and/or departing earlier or later than the scheduled group/tour

transfers(s); any overnight on land due to flight schedule(s); meals, alcoholic or other beverages and all other services not specifically mentioned in the “Your Tour Package Includes” section.

AIRFARE: Airfare is subject to change and availability and, depending on the fare basis, likely is nonrefundable. Your airline ticket constitutes a contract between you and the airline, even if purchased through VVT.

LUGGAGE: Luggage allowance policies are set by the airline and may change without notice.

PHYSICAL ACCESSIBILITY: All programs require physical independence and mobility. Any physical or mental condition that may require special medical attention or physical assistance (for example, the need for a wheelchair) must

be reported in writing when you make your reservations. Travelers must be able to embark or disembark motorcoaches alone or with minimal assistance from your traveling companion and climb stairs and step over raised thresh-

olds without assistance. Travelers requiring assistance must travel with a companion who will be responsible for handling equipment.

DISCOUNTED RESERVATIONS: Discount apply only to those reservations received in the offices of VVT in writing, accompanied by the required deposit, by the date listed in the “Pricing and Reservation Policy” section, if applicable.

In the event a “discounted” reservation must be cancelled, no “replacement” reservation can be substituted at the discounted rate. A “replacement” reservation is a new reservation and can be substituted only at the full-fare

tariff. Cancellation penalties may apply.

CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations for all or any part of the trip including Pre/Post Program(s) reservation(s) will not be effective until received in writing in the offices of SSW / SW. Should you have to cancel, the following terms will

apply: reservation cancellation(s) are subject to a $200 ($50 Pre/Post Program(s)) per person administrative fee from the time of booking through 120 days prior to departure; from 90 through 119 days prior to departure, $800 ($200

Pre/Post Program(s)) per person; from 60 through 89 days prior to departure, 50% of the published full regular tariffs; cancellations 59 days or less prior to departure, a no-show, or early return from the trip will result in forfeiture of

100% of the published full regular tariffs. In addition, any applicable airline cancellation fees, optional excursion cancellation fees and administrative fees may apply.

TRIP INSURANCE AND MEDICAL EXPENSE / EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE BENEFITS: We strongly recommend for your protection that you purchase trip cancellation insurance and medical expense and emergency assistance benefits.

In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement.

RATES: Prices quoted are based on fares in effect at the time of printing and are subject to change at any time. On land and/or cruise programs, even after full payment , VVT reserves the right to increase the tour price in the event

of cost increases due to changes in supplier costs, currency fluctuations or fuel or energy surcharges and all such increases are to be paid to VVT upon notice to the tour participant of such increases. On programs which include VVT

purchased interstate or international air (which originates or returns to the United States), no increased costs will be passed on after final payment except for subsequently imposed governmental tax increases.

BINDING ARBITRATION: Any dispute concerning, relating or referring to this Agreement, the brochure or any other literature concerning the trip. Or the trip itself, shall be resolved exclusively by binding arbitration pursuant to the

Federal Arbitration Act, 9 U.S.C. Sections 1-16, either according to the then existing Commercial Rules of the American Arbitration Association (AAA) or pursuant to the Comprehensive Arbitration Rules & Procedures of the Judicial

Arbitration and Mediation Services, Inc. (JAMS). Such proceedings will be governed by substantive (but not procedural) Michigan law and will take place in Detroit, MI. The arbitrator and not any federal, state, or local court or

agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this

contract is void or voidable. Please understand that by agreeing to these terms and conditions, the participant and VVT are waiving the right to a trial by jury.

ACCEPTANCE OF CONTRACT: By forwarding of deposit, the participant certifies that he/she does not have any mental, physical or other condition of disability that would create a hazard for him/herself or other participants and

accepts the terms contained in this Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration Agreement.

6352 Trumpeter Lane

Ypsilanti, MI 48197

United States of America

V i a V i t a e T r a v e l s

Phone: +1 269-317-2239

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.viavitaetravels.com