1 Day:
Arrival in Rimini area. The Rimini riviera boasts 40
km of mostly sandy beaches, in places 200 m wide and in summer
season it is "invaded" by beach lovers. Another main attraction
is its frenetic nightlife: there are mote than 100 discos
and clubs. But it remains a ritual family destination for
many Italians and Europeans. Rimini was the birthplace of
Federico Fellini, one of the most exuberant italian film director.
In the afternoon half day guided visit of the old city centre
of Rimini: the roman Arch of Augustus and the Tiberius'
Bridge, the Tempio Malatestiano, the two main squares Piazza
Tre Martiri and Piazza Cavour.
2 Day:
Full day excursion in the countryside. In the morning visit
of the Republic of San Marino, the oldest republic
in the world, and guided visit through the narrow streets
and the old medieval walls.You can take pictures of the republic's
soldiers, buy local coinage and send mail and postcards with
the beautiful San Marino stamps.
In the afternoon, continue the excursion to San Leo
and visit of the old castle and the church.
3 Day:
Full day excursion to Parma. Guided visit of the city
including Piazza Garibaldi, the Doges Palace, the monument
to Verdi. In the afternoon visit a Parma "prosciutto" factory
and enjoy a sampling of the products.
In the afternoon guided visit of Bologna.It is one
of the best-looking cities in the country. It is known as
Red Bologna not only for its politics, but also because the
red is the dominant colour of its elegant monuments, plus
over 40 km of arcades and porticos. The are so many places
to be visited: the Neptune Fountain, the Piazza Maggiore and
Nettuno Squares, the church of St. Petronio, the "Due Torri",
thw two slender and seemingly precarious leaning towers. Bologna
is well known also for its food and the numerous trade fairs.
4 Day:
Half day excursion to Ravenna. Guided visit of the
city, once capital of the Western Roman Empire, and of the
many early Christian monuments and mosaics. Afternoon at leisure
in Rimini, for shopping, or for optional excursions.
5 Day:
At disposal for optional excursions and departure.
IF YOU WISH TO PROLONGE YOUR STAY IN THIS
AREA WE SUGGEST YOU THE FOLLOWING:
- Ferrara
The town of Ferrara was the residence of the "Este" dukes, an eccentric dynasty that ranked as a major political forse throughout Renaissance times. The "Este" kept the main artists of the day in commissions and built a twon which was - and still is - one of the most elegant urban creations of the period. To be visited: the imposing castle (Castello Estense) that dominates the centre of Ferrara, the Town Hall, the Cathedral with its impressive facade and the Palazzo Schifanoia, one of the best grandest of Ferrara's palaces.
- Faenza
The town of Faenza give its name to the faience-ware it has been producing for the last six hundred years. The town is worth a visit for the vast "Museo delle Ceramiche". The massive collection includes early works painted in the characteristic blue and ochre, and later more colourful works. There is also a section to ceramics from other part of the world too, including ceramic art by Picasso, Matisse and Chagall.
- The Galleria Ferrari
The Enzo Ferrari factory is located in Maranello, 17 km south of Modena. The Galleria Ferrari is an exhibition centre dedicated to the racing dynasty. It boasts the largest collection of Ferrari cars on show in the world, including those in which Michael Schumacker won the Formula One World Championship. On display there are also the cups and trophies wan by the Ferrari team over the years.
- Gradara
This small, walled, hilltop village located not far from Rimini, boasts an impressive 14th-century castle. It's said to be the scene of a thirteenth-century scandal involving Francesca da Rimini, who committed adultery with Paolo da Malatesta, her husband's brother. The lovers were killed for their transgression. Francesca's unhappy spirit is said to wander the castle when the moon is full.
- Mirabilandia

This region
is well known for its famous beaches : the Adriatic Coast is a long
stripe of golden sand with, on its shoulders, thousand of hotels,bars,discos,shops,and
more. The main resort is Rimini. Not far from Rimini is Ravenna, declared
World Heritage Site by Unesco. For centuries it was part of the Eastern
Roman Empire, so that the influence of Constantinople is felt far more
than that of Rome. The results can be seen in the church of San Vitale,
the Baptistry of the Orthodox, and the tomb of Galla Placidia, the Basilica
of St. Apollinaire (its mosaics are the last great Byzantine work .


