Italy & Greece Mediterranean Singles Tour
Amalfi Coast - Corfu & Athens

July 3 - 13, 2011
$3,390*

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Travel from one great country to another on this Southern Italy and Greece singles vacation. We begin in the seaside town of Sorrento on the Amalfi coast, visit the Isle of Capri and Pompeii before we sail to Greece. It's two days of beach, sightseeing, fun and relaxation on the Greek island of Corfu before fly to Athens to see the Acropolis and Parthenon.

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Italy & Greece Mediterranean Itinerary

Day 1 - Thursday:  Depart from Home

Board your overnight flight to Naples, Italy (remember you are flying home from Athens, Greece). Best Single Travel will gladly help with your flight info.

Day 2 - Friday:  Naples - Sorrento, Italy

On arrival at the Naples airport, you will be transfered to our hotel in Sorrento(Shuttles will be running every 2 hours).  The Hotel La Meridiana, located in a calm area right in the Sorrento city centre, offers a wonderful view of the neapolitan gulf, from Capri to the Vesuvius. It is 5 minutes far from the bus and train station, walking, and 15 minutes from the port.

To give everyone a chance to arrive, no activities are planned. We will meet for our Welcome Dinner at 7:00pm

Day 3 - Saturday:  Sorrento, Italy

Spend the morning enjoying the beautiful scenerey as we drive the Amalfi coast, one of the world's great drives. As you catch your breath, notice the colors of the Mediterranean, a sheer 500-foot drop below. We will stop at Positano, a small town and comune on the Amalfi Coast. The main part of the city sits in an enclave in the hills leading down to the coast. The church of Santa Maria Assunta features a dome made of majolica tiles as well as a 13th Byzantine century icon of a black Madonna.

Afternoon free to enjoy Sorrento.. Sorrento enjoys a wealth of medieval and religious history and stands on a terrace of tuff and is a city full of vegetation (its lemon trees are very famous). The city is said to originate from ancient Greece, but the old town shows a roman origin. Stroll the narrow medieval streets towards the town centre, explore the many shops then enjoy the splendid panoramic terraces along the sea.

Day 4 - Sunday:  Amalfi Coast - Capri

Our full-day boat tour begins when you depart Amalfi and steer towards the nearby seaside towns of Maiori and Minori. Just beyond Maoiri is the marine cave called Pandora's Grotto, experience this beautiful natural wonder. Visit the nearby Marmorata Falls and view the majestical Ravello, the famous village of music, which is seated high on a cliff face towering over Amalfi.    

Sail along to the pristine enclave of Santa Croce and the Lover's Arch and onwards to Conca Dei Marini where you can visit the Grotta Dello Smeraldo or the Emerald Grotto. Then you will sail by the Furore Fjord, cruise along the twin-mountain town of Praiano, continue towards the village of Positano, before steering out to sea to visit the mythical islands of Li Galli. The Amalfi Coast officially ends and the Sorrento Coast begins as we near Capri at Punta Campanella. Circle the island and visit the famous Blue Grotto (entrance optional), the Faraglioni rock formation and the White and Green Grottos before docking in Capri.

Enjoy a few hours on the beautiful island of Capri, immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a coastal village inhabited by fishermen and sailors; explore marine caves; walk through masses of sheer rock and peer over precipices which drop dramatically into the sea; stroll through olive groves and orchards of lemon and orange trees; have lunch or browse through the boutiques, elegant hotels, artists studios, churches, and the remains of Roman villas.

On the way back to Sorrento, stop for a swim in a picturesque location where it is possible to dive straight off the boat.  Swim in some of the most beautiful waters of the Mediterranean, where the water is a deep blue color yet clear enough to see many feet below.

Day 5 - Monday:  Amalfi Coast - Cooking Class

Set in a wide cleft in the cliffs, Amalfi is the largest town and perhaps the highlight of the coast. There is still the odd remnant of Amalfi's past glories around today, and the town has a quaint attractiveness with it's whitewashed courtyards and alleys that are fun to wander through.

A cooking course is a truly unique experience. To travel and visit new countries also means to know the tastes and flavours. Our mid-morning lesson will consist of traditinal Neopolitan cuisine with an emhasis on Amalfi recipes. This is a "demonstration" cooking course where you will learn about the natural ingredients used, which are fresh picked the very same morning of each class. Enjoy wine with your lunch that you helped prepare.

Day 6 - Tuesday:  Sorrento - Bari

After breakfast it is time to check out and start our journey to Bari to board our overnight ferry to Corfu.

A marvellous underground world and a small town, whose origins go back even further than the 10th century exists south-east of Bari. For a number of years now, the town has been called Castellana-Grotte due to the discovery in 1938 of a vast system of natural underground caves. Visit the Grottos of Castellana, one of the most important series of natural underground caves in Europe, not only because of their size but for the spectacularity of the natural galleries and the wealth of crystalline concretions.

Sea travel is fun so let's board our overnight ferry to Corfu. Swimming pools, discos, bars, casinos-they have everything available to guarantee that having a great time starts the moment we step on board. After checking in to our cabins, have dinner and then enjoy the night's entertainment.

Day 7 - Wednesday:  Corfu, Greece

Early morning arrival into the port of Corfu is where our tour begins. We drive to Paleokastritsa, the west coast's most picturesque resort, consisting of two large peninsulas and five coves surrounded by wooded hills. Perched on the hill is the Monastery of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Its picturesque bell tower is one of the most photographed sights in Corfu.

Our tour continues with a visit to Corfu Town with its unique architecture. See the Old and New Fortresses as well as the Palace of Saint Michael & Saint George. The Liston is Corfu Town's most traditional meeting place, where people gather at the old-established cafes. There are many other places to visit in Corfu Town including the archaeological site of Palaiopolis, which was the ancient city of Corfu, and the nearby Palace of Mon Repos - birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh. Alternatively, you may choose to wander round the maze of narrow streets in the Old Town with small shops selling traditional products, or maybe visit the church of Saint Spyridon, the Patron Saint of the island before we drive to our hotel.

Afternoon at leisure to enjoy the pool and beach at our wonderful beach resort, Elea Beach hotel located in the resort of Dassia, on an award-winning beach. From the terraces of this family run hotel, look out at lovely views over the bay to the mainland and Corfu Town. All of the bedrooms come with a furnished balcony with a lovely sea view

Corfu is famous for its rich and lively night-life so let's indulge tonight. Join the group for an optional dinner in the capital, which offers a wide variety of bars and cafes proposing various kind of music, suitable for every taste. 

Day 8 - Thursday:  Islands of Paxos and Antipaxos, Greece

Today we cruise to the Islands of Paxos and Antipaxos, which are situated, close to the southern coast of Corfu, and also the famous blue caves of Paxos.  View old town, the Kanoni peninsula and the palace of Mon Repos as our boat departs the harbour. As we approach the channel, the green island of Paxos covered with olives and Cyprus trees comes into sight. Legend has it Paxos was formed when Poseidon severed the tip of Corfu with one mighty blow and created a retreat for his love, Amphitrite!

Sail along the impressive coast line and white sandy beaches of Paxos Island before we enter the breathtaking clear blue waters of the sea caves. After time for a swim in the crystal waters of “Paradise Beach”, on the small island of Antipaxos, we cruise   to Paxos, where millionaire yachts sit at anchor alongside local fishing boats. We moor close to the center of Gaios village where we can walk through the wonderful narrow streets and have lunch at one of the traditional tavernas. 

Corfu is famous for its rich and lively night-life so let's indulge tonight. Join the group for an optional dinner in the capital, which offers a wide variety of bars and cafes proposing various kind of music, suitable for every taste. 

Day 9 - Friday:  Corfu - Athens, Greece

After breakfast we depart for the airport and our short flight to Athens. Upon arrival our d iscover Athens tour will begin. From the Acropolis to Omonia Square see all the famous sites of ancient and modern Athens. Pass the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of Parliament House, the Panathenian Stadium (site of first modern Olympic Games) see the Presidential Palace, government buildings and elegant homes. After seeing modern Athens, visit the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus and the Acropolis.

After the tour check in to our hotel and relax. The evening is a perfect time to walk around the Plaka and have dinner at one of the local cafes.

Day 10 - Saturday:  Athens, Greece

Day at leisure to visit one of the many museums around Athens. Don't miss the Acropolis museum! Take an optional tour to Delphi or stroll the Plaka and shop the many stores.

Farewell dinner tonight at Old Taverna roof garden, an old Athenean tavern in Plaka with live Greek music.

Day 11 - Sunday - Depart Athens, Greece

After breakfast we will be transferred to the Athens airport to fly back home. Say goodbye to all your new friends and the end of another singles vacation.

Italy & Greece Mediterranean Tour July 3 - July 13, 2011 / 11 Days - 10 Nights $3,390* Singles Trip Includes * Air Flight Corfu to Athens Greece * 10 Nights Lodging * Breakfast Daily * Welcome Dinner & Farewell Dinner * All tours and admissions listed in itinerary * Airport / Hotel transfers on tour dates only * Air-conditioned private transportation * English Speaking Guide/Host * All Taxes and Surcharges Click Here for Hotels *The price per person is for a double room. Free roommate matching is available so there is never a need to pay a "single supplement".  If you wish to room alone the cost is an additional $1150 Does Not Include * International Airfare * Tips ($12 per day - collected tour day 1) Italy Only - $1,890 Includes hotel in Sorrento on Day 1 and all activities Day 2 through Day 5 and fly home after breakfast on Day 6. If you wish to room alone the cost is an additional $650.

Deposit - $500 Balance Due April 20, 2011                         Italy Only Deposit $300 April 20, 2011                        For More Information See Your Travel Agent or Call 877 848-7477