A taste of Sicily by Ferrari and Yacht 4 Days on the Eastern Coast A New Travel Concept Red Travel, the only Tour Operator acknowledged by Ferrari in organizing events with the full range of Ferrari models, and Aironblue, honoured charter company founded in 2004 in an exclusive partnership with Aicon, are pleased to present the ultimate travel offer to take a break. An innovative approach to discover Sicily in absolute luxury combining the ultimate Gran Turismo experience together with the Yachting Escape. 4 days to discover the beauty of Sicily through deluxe hotels, the latest Ferrari models and a prestigious fleet made-up of luxurious Yachts. Due to the very mild climate offered by the island Sicily is a fantastic destination for October and November where days are still long and sunny and the water temperature is pleasant.
A taste of Sicily by Ferrari and Yacht 4 Days on the Eastern Coast DAY 1: Welcome to Sicily You will be met at Catania - Fontanarossa International Airport and transferred by private car to Atlantis Bay Hotel 5*L or to The Grand Hotel Mazzarò Sea Palace 5*L in Taormina HOTELS: Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay faces on beautiful bay called Baia delle Sirene. Here, no stone is left unturned in offering our guests the total luxury of a top-quality Grand Hotel with traditional Sicilian warmth and hospitality. The hotel offers different rooms typology, all stylishy furnished with amazing view on the sea and on the bay. Not to be missed a meal at the Restaurant of the hotel where the talented chef will surprise you with a cuisine that respects the tradition without missing creativity. Afetr dinner indulge in one of the terraces of the hotel vertically on the sea. The Grand Hotel Mazzarò Sea Palace is located in one of the most beautiful bay of the Mediterranean Sea. With its private beach and exclusive location guests can enjoy an atmosphere intimate and private. An unforgettable stay in one of the suite with private pool, all located in a reserved area, are furnished with elegance and bright colors. The hotel offers oustanding services withour forgetting the attention to details, every stay becomes unforgettable. Check-in and accommodation in double deluxe room (or Junior Suite upon request). Time at disposal to discover the town or just to relax on the private beach of the hotel.
Taormina is situated on the southern coast of Sicily and faces the Ionian Sea. This town has got a privileged position: at about 200 metres above the sea level, it has the appearance of a terrace, enriched by a beautiful landscape, where Mount Etna is the protagonist. The town is characterized by its cultural and naturalistic beauty and also by its good accommodation facilities and recreational activities, always accompanied by the typical Sicilian reception and helpfulness. Taormina has always been the destination of celebrated personalities, both coming from the world of culture and art. Evening Dinner in Taormina at the hotel s restaurant Overnight at Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay or Grand Hotel Mazzarò Sea Palace (Taormina) DAY 2: Discovering Sicily by Ferrari Morning Breakfast and checkout Meeting with Red Travel Tour Director, and with your Ferrari. Our private Tour Director, an expert Ferrari driver, will introduce our guests to the world of Ferrari; clarify the finer details of the controls, explain the differences between the various models (Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Ferrari 430 Scuderia, Ferrari F430 Spider, Ferrari California and Ferrari 458 Italia), the peculiarities of the engines (8-cylinder or 12-cylinder) and most importantly, give guidance on how to handle the F1 paddle-gear shifting behind the steering wheel. Ferrari practice-drive (first contact with the Ferraris) All luggage will be transported separately. Departure by Ferrari heading towards Acireale. During the tour, several halts will allow drivers and passengers to swap seats, if they wish to. During the whole journey, the Ferraris and the Tour Director s Alfa Romeo will be constantly in touch by mobile radio system. First halt at Castiglione di Sicilia to visit Cantina Cottanera. A passion for quality wines has encouraged the Cambria family to invent vulca-oenology, a wine-growing and wine-making laboratory par excellence, producing high quality grapes with a particular organoleptic and aromatic complexity.
Our Tour Director leads the way at the wheel of his Alfa Romeo, guiding the Ferrari along the beautiful Sicilian countryside to reach Santa Venerina for a visit to Tenuta S. Michele, property of the family Scamacca del Murgo. The estate, closed to Monte Etna, produces wine but also products as oil, honey and jams. Guests will be invited to a visit of the cellar followed by a small tasting of typical products of the estate. The itinerary continues along the beautiful eastern coast, the roads carefully selected by Red Travel ensure maximum driving pleasure while enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Ionian coast and of its limpid sea. Halt for lunch on one of the typical restaurants on the seaside Afternoon 15.00: Departure for the second part of the Ferrari tour, the route leads to Giardini Naxos where your Yacht awaits you. Arrival at the harbour and embark for 2 days yachting in the beautiful sea of Sicily. Just one glance is enough to show the elegance of the Aicon Yachts, perfectly expressed by the flowing external lines and the luxury of the interior. The harmonious spaces highlight the ease of life aboard and the rich, elegant details will make your stay on the yacht unforgettable. Evening Dinner will be served on board expressly prepared by the talented chef Nino di Letojanni, the gourmet courses will be accompanied by the wines of Cantine Murgo, visited in the afternoon. Overnight on board. Guests can drive the Ferrari for up to 200 km during the day
Day 3: Discovery the Sicilian Coasts by Aicon Yacht Morning Breakfast on board. Departure towards Siracusa. During navigation guests may choose wellness treatments of the professionals of the Sicilian Academy of Shiatsu. The itinerary foresee halts in cosy creeks for a swim in the crystalline waters of Ionian sea. Light lunch will be served on board. Landing in Siracusa and guided visit to the monuments expression of the Sicilian baroque. Evening Dinner in Siracusa at the famous restaurant Don Camillo Return on board after dinner and overnight. Day 4: Arrivederci Italia! Morning Breakfast on board. Morning dedicated to navigation towards the splendid Oasis of Vendicari Instituted in the 1984 Vendicari today is one of the more representative humid zones of Europe and its importance is internationally recognized. In the wildlife reserve it possible to observe hundreds of species of brids as well as the typical Mediterranean flora. After the visit to the wildlife reserve private transfer to Siracusa for lunch Lunch in Siracusa at the restaurant Caol Ishka Afternoon Transfer by private helicopter (upon request) to the airport of your choice in Sicily for your return flight.
Highlights & Included Services 4 days Sicily by Ferrari and Yacht tour Taormina - Acireale - Giardini Naxos by Ferrari Opportunity to drive the latest models of Ferrari Full Ferrari Briefing Full-kasko car insurance up to 50 million euros (civil liability) for all cars and up to 200 km of Ferrari driving Red Travel staff (1/2 persons), including your private Tour Director with his Alfa Romeo Mobile radio system (guests and Red Travel staff, while driving, are always connected through radio) Service of parking, cleaning and refuelling for all the cars Photographic service; our guests will be offered a souvenir DVD with high resolution pictures of the day in Ferrari 1 night s accommodation at Grand Hotel Atlantis Bay 5*L or at The Grand Hotel Mazzarò Sea Palace 5*L (Taormina) in double deluxe room with breakfast and 2 nights on board of one of the Aicon Yacht Meals on board prepared by dedicated Chef Nino di Letojanni - drinks not included Forfeit galley on board 1 Wellness massage per person on board Visits as per programme Transfers as per programme by private car For any pre- or post-tour extensions, please contact Red Travel Red Travel s full Ferrari service You enjoy the Ferrari driving while your private Tour Director and his staff take care of everything else: refuelling, cleaning, parking, technical assistance Not included Airfare, fuel for the Ferrari, drinks and meals (except ones on board indicated in the programme), everything not shown as included services
THE TOUR IS SUITABLE FOR A MINIMUM OF 2 PEOPLE TO A MAXIMUM OF 8 PEOPLE RED TRAVEL CAR PORTFOLIO: Option 1 - Full brand Ferrari experience Car portfolio: upon availability, select the number of cars you need among the following: Ferrari 458 Italia Ferrari F430 Spider F1 Ferrari California Ferrari 430 Scuderia F1 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano F1 Option 2 - Mix of Italian Top Car brands Car portfolio: upon availability, select the number of cars you need among the following: Lamborghini Gallardo LP 560-4 Maserati Gran Turismo Ferrari of your choice Deposit for the car: 10,000.00 euro for each car model AIRONBLUE YACHT FLEET: Full Aicon Fleet Select the yacht you prefer: Aicon 85 Fly Aicon 75 Fly Aicon 64 Fly Aicon 56 Fly Aicon 72 Open Aicon 62 Open Deposit for the yacht: 2.000,00 euro for Aicon 56 Fly 2.500,00 euro for Aicon 64 Fly 3.500,00 euro for Aicon 72 Open 4.000,00 euro for Aicon 85 Fly