OPERA, MUSIC & ART IN VERONA & VENICE

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1 BOUTIQUE LUXURY CULTURAL TOURS OPERA, MUSIC & ART IN VERONA & VENICE JULY 2015 EXCLUSIVE EVENTS & MUSIC PERFORMANCES The Sydney Conservatorium of Music together with Hayllar Music Tours are delighted to offer an exclusive small group tour to the Conservatorium s Estivo Festival in Verona. Associate Professor Dr Neal Peres Da Costa, period keyboard specialist and co-founder of Florilegium, will give a private harpsichord recital, lectures about the music we will hear throughout the tour and will accompany the group to private Estivo Festival rehearsals and concerts. $5600 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE Deposit $500 per person Single supplement: $1050 Phone: +61 (0) contact@hayllarmusictours.com Website: Copyright 2014 Hayllar Music Tours Company Registered as Hayllar Music Tours Pty Ltd ABN: Photo Fondazione Arena di Verona ATAS Accreditation No: A10870

2 I would love you to join me on this exciting and unique adventure during which you will personally interact with our musicians the musical leaders of the future. You will observe our students thrive in a highlyfocused musical environment while attending exclusive performances in the cultural hub of Italy. As my special guest, I will introduce you to my Europe-based musical friends and colleagues and provide insight into the world of professional musicians. Dr Neal Peres Da Costa will join us throughout the tour and also perform a private harpsichord recital. Photo Keith Saunders Dr Neal Peres Da Costa OVERVIEW Attendance at rehearsals, masterclasses and concerts in Verona and Mantova as part of the Estivo Festival, including a performance by the Switzerland based Amaryllis Quartett, Grand Prize winners of the 2011 Melbourne International Chamber Music Competition. Puccini s Tosca, enjoyed in the spectacular outdoor venue of Arena di Verona, a Roman amphitheatre built in the 1st century and still in use today. A private cruise on Lake Garda including a visit to a Michelin starred restaurant, where lunch will be a seven-course tasting menu matched with wines. Private guided tours of the iconic and beautiful Italian cities of Verona, Mantova and Venice, in which we visit some of their historically important and spectacular buildings. Seven nights staying at the renowned fivestar Due Torri Hotel, a 14th century palace, conveniently situated in the historic centre of Verona. EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE EVENTS An exclusive private recital in Venice by internationally renowned harpsichordist, Dr Neal Peres Da Costa. Dr Peres Da Costa will also give informative talks to enhance our experience of the music we will hear The beautiful Piazza Bra and the Arena di Verona, where we will attend a performance of Tosca. The panoramic terrace restaurant of the five-star Due Torri Hotel in Verona. Gondolas on the Grand Canal in Venice.

3 throughout the tour and accompany the group to private rehearsals and concerts. The opportunity to meet and dine with the Dean of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music and international artists who are in Verona to tutor students performing in the Estivo Festival. A private concert by an ensemble performing in the Estivo Festival, presented while we enjoy lunch overlooking the stunningly beautiful Lake Garda. By special arrangement we have a private guided tour of the beautiful Teatro Bibiena in Mantova, normally closed to the public. The 2012 production of Tosca at the Arena di Verona. Photo Fondazione Arena di Verona ITINERARY DAY 1 SUNDAY 12 JULY 1ST OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI Basilica Santa Maria della Salute on the banks of the Grand Canal in Venice. VERONA: We arrive at the five-star Due Torri Hotel, a 14th century palace, and settle in. In the evening there is a talk by Dr Neal Peres Da Costa about the music we will be hearing in the coming days. This is followed by a 3-course dinner at our hotel where we experience some of Verona s finest cuisine. DAY 2 MONDAY 13 JULY 2ND OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI VERONA: This morning we have a guided walking tour of central Verona to discover the city s history, architecture and culture. Following our morning tour we have lunch with Dr Neal Peres Da Costa who has been engaged by the Sydney Conservatorium of Music to tutor ensembles taking part in the Estivo Festival. Having experienced Verona close-up in the morning, we are driven to Piazzale Castel San Pietro in the afternoon to enjoy a long-shot of the town. The castle itself is now a ruin, but its strategic position on a hill gives magnificent panoramic views of the town and the Adige River. Following our guided tour Dr Neal Peres Da Costa will accompany us to a private rehearsal for this evening s performance. In the evening we attend our first performance in the Estivo Festival. The luxurious lounge of the Due Torri Hotel in Verona. The panoramic terrace restaurant of the five-star Due Torri Hotel in Verona.

4 DAY 3 TUESDAY 14 JULY 3RD OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI EXCURSION TO MANTOVA (MANTUA): In the morning we travel by private coach to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mantova, famous for its artistic and cultural heritage. On arrival we have a private guided walking tour of central Mantova to help us to understand and enjoy its history, architecture and artistic legacy. We proceed to an exclusive private guided tour of the Teatro Bibiena, normally closed to the public. It was designed in late Baroque or early Rococo style by Antonio Galli Bibiena, who also provided the monochrome frescoes in the interior. A few weeks after its official opening in December 1769, thirteenyear-old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart performed a resoundingly successful concert here. His father, Leopold Mozart, wrote of the theatre: In all my life, I have never seen anything more beautiful of its kind. There is free time in the early afternoon to enjoy Mantova and to have lunch (own arrangements). Later in the afternoon we have a guided tour of the grand Ducal Palace with its some 500 rooms. Built between the 14th and the 17th century by the Gonzaga family as their royal residence, the buildings which comprise the palace are connected by corridors and galleries and are enhanced by inner courts and wide gardens. In the evening we attend a performance in the Estivo Festival at the Conservatorio di Mantua and then return by private coach to Verona. DAY 4 WEDNESDAY 15 JULY The skyline of the City of Verona. The UNESCO World Heritage city of Mantova. Photo Stefano Saccani 4TH OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI CHURCH & MUSIC TOUR IN VERONA: This morning is free. There is an optional wine tour of vineyards in Valpollicella, the important wine producing region, where the famous Amarone is produced. The tour includes wine tastings and lunch in an intimate trattoria with local cuisine and excellent wines.* In the early evening Dr Neal Peres Da Costa will give a talk on the music we will hear tonight and tomorrow. There will also be a talk presenting information about the churches we will visit on this evening s music and church tour. We will then walk to four beautiful churches, the Duomo Sant Elena, St Anastasia Cappella Giusti, Santa Maria in Chiavica and San Fermo Inferiore. At each church we will hear a performance by one of the Sydney Conservatorium of Music s Estivo ensembles. The bronze statue of Juliet at Via Capello No.23 in Verona. * The additional cost of this activity is 215 per person. DAY 5 THURSDAY 16 JULY 5TH OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI DAY EXCURSION TO LAKE GARDA & EVENING ARENA DI VERONA: This morning we make a 45 minute journey by private coach to the picturesque port of Sirmione on Lake Garda. We take a private cruise on the lake. We arrive by boat The Arena di Verona where we will see a sunset performance of Tosca. Photo Fondazione Arena di Verona

5 to a restaurant on the lake where we enjoy a gastronomic seven-course tasting menu paired with local wines. We return to Sirmione by private boat and have free time to visit the lovely village. We then return by private coach to Verona, where there is time to relax before the evening. In the evening we walk together to Arena di Verona, Verona s beautiful and remarkably well-preserved first-century Roman amphitheatre, where we have pre-concert drinks. We are lucky enough to attend a performance of Puccini s Tosca at this spectacular venue. DAY 6 FRIDAY 17 JULY 6TH OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI The Grand Canal winding its way through Venice. EXCURSION TO VENICE: In the morning we journey by private coach to Venice, one of the most fascinating and beautiful cities in the world. We travel to the Piazza San Marco by public vaporetto to enjoy the hustle and bustle and spectacle of the Grand Canal. There we have a guided tour of the Doge s Palace, one the grandest secular buildings in Italy, and St Mark s Basilica. Following our guided tour we have lunch while enjoying the beauty of Venice and then we enjoy a gondola ride along some of the city s picturesque canals. We have the late afternoon free to explore Venice, to shop or sit and enjoy an Italian coffee. In the evening we attend an exclusive private recital with either an Estivo ensemble or harpsichordist Dr Neal Peres Da Costa. We then return to our private coach, which takes us back to Verona. A magnificent sunset in St Mark s Square, Venice. DAY 7 SATURDAY 18 JULY 7TH OF 7 NIGHTS AT THE DUE TORRI VERONA: After our long day in Venice we start our day s activities later this morning. We are privileged to have a private tour of Castelvecchio. This beautiful 14th century castle has been transformed into an art gallery, so that we have the stimulating atmosphere and trappings of a castle, including an armory and wonderful views over the river from the ramparts, combined with an impressive collection of paintings, sculpture and jewellery. The afternoon is free. In the evening we have dinner with Dr Neal Peres Da Costa. Following dinner we attend a performance by internationally acclaimed, Amaryllis Quartett. The famous Venetian Gondolas lined up on the Grand Canal, Venice. DAY 8 SUNDAY 19 JULY After a final sumptuous breakfast our tour ends. Sunset over the Grand Canal in Venice.

6 INCLUSIONS Performances: Tickets for Puccini s Tosca at Arena di Verona. Attendance at two exclusive private recitals. Hotel: Seven nights at the renowned five-star Due Torri Hotel located in the historic centre of Verona. Porterage of one piece of luggage at the hotel. Travel: Land travel by private air-conditioned coach. Please note there will be one coach arranged from Milan airport to Verona at the beginning of the tour and one coach arranged from Verona to Milan airport at the end of the tour. Please note that occasionally, public transport is also used for short distance travel. Meals/Drinks: Full buffet breakfast each morning. Three lunches, two dinners (wine with each dinner) and pre-concert drinks at Puccini stosca. Please note that vegetarian meals are available at every restaurant we visit. Entry Fees and Guided Tours: Entrance fees for museums, art galleries etc as stated in your itinerary. Expert local guides will be used at some sites. Excursions: Excursions to Lake Garda, Mantova and Venice. Tips: Tips for drivers, local guides and for meals included in your itinerary. Tour Guides: Dr Neal Peres Da Costa will accompany the group to rehearsals and performances and to selected meals. An experienced and knowledgeable tour leader will accompany the group throughout with the assistance of a second Italian guide for guided tours and day trips. Private Talks: Background talks by Dr Neal Peres Da Costa. Information Pack: Comprehensive pre-tour information pack including site notes and online resources. EXCLUSIONS International Travel: If you would like to receive a quote please contact Niall McNamara at Concierge Traveller. Phone (02) or nmcnamara@conciergetraveller.com. Airport Transfers: Transfers to/from airports and hotels at the beginning and end of tours when not travelling with the tour group. These can be arranged at an additional cost. Special Taxes: Special taxes and airport levies that can only be paid in cash at the destination. We will endeavour to advise you of these charges (if any) before you depart. Visas: Costs associated with obtaining visas for countries visited on your tour. Please note that Australian and New Zealand passport holders do not require a visa to enter Italy. Travel Insurance: Please note that you are required to have comprehensive travel insurance to cover you for the duration of your tour. Elizabeth Hayllar can organise your travel insurance for you. Please contact her on elizabeth@hayllarmusictours.com. Meals: Lunches and dinners not nominated in your itinerary. Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and mini-bar. Activities in Free Time: Costs associated with any activities suggested for you in your free time. SMALL GROUP SIZE The maximum number on the tour will be 18 people. FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED - LEVEL ONE All members of the group must feel comfortable walking for 1-2 hours, standing for long periods of time in museums, art galleries etc and embarking/disembarking coaches. BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS MORE INFORMATION We would be delighted to provide you with more information about our tours and to answer any questions you may have. Phone: +61 (0) (office hours are 9:00 17:30) contact@hayllarmusictours.com WHAT HAYLLAR MUSIC TOURS OFFERS Hayllar Music Tours is dedicated to providing the very best music and cultural tours. One of the special aspects of our tours is that Elizabeth Hayllar s experience and inside knowledge of the classical music industry has allowed unique additions to the tours such as private recitals with artists, talks with those artists and with other experts in the industry. Musicologists will give introductory talks about the music to be heard on the tour to enrich your listening pleasure. The maximum number of people on a tour is 18. This was decided in the belief that a smaller group contributes to making the whole experience more relaxed, more personal and more enjoyable. From the start to the finish of your Hayllar Music Tour you will have one dedicated consultant at Hayllar Music Tours. This will eliminate confusion and cross communication, and will add to your positive experience of the tour. Hotels used on Hayllar Music Tours have each been visited by Elizabeth Hayllar and are carefully selected not just for comfort but for charm and atmosphere. The convenience, and where relevant, the natural beauty of their location is also a factor considered in their selection. An important element in any tour is the food and, in addition to ensuring that you have a delicious breakfast every morning, Hayllar Music Tours includes meals in which local cuisine and local beverages are included to contribute to your knowledge and appreciation of the particular geographical area. While the tours are arranged around the music performances, the days are then carefully planned for variety of interest in the visits we make. HOW TO BOOK ONLINE To book your place on one of our tours, visit our website at First navigate through to the tour you wish to book by visiting the Tours page. Once you have found the tour you would like to book, click the BOOK ONLINE button on the right side of the tour overview page. Select the number of people from the drop down menu and then click the BOOK button. You will then be asked to enter the names of those travelling on the tour. At this stage of the booking process you will be required to pay the deposit of $500 per person to confirm your place. We accept payment online by Mastercard, Visa and American Express. Credit card payments for the deposit of $500 do not incur an additional charge. After you have submitted your payment details through our secure online merchant you will receive an from us confirming your payment and booking. Hayllar Music Tours will be in touch with you within a few working days on your specified contact number to discuss your booking. Online payments are made through the secure Stripe merchant, meaning your Credit Card details are never sent to our servers, only directly to the fully secure Stripe website to process the payment. BY Download the booking form at the following link: Please note that booking terms and conditions apply. You can view these online at /how-to-book/termsconditions Form-2015.pdf. Save this to your desktop, fill in the form electronically, and then this to us at contact@hayllarmusictours.com BY POST Complete the booking form at the end of this brochure and then post this to the address below. 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