Musical Interludes - Noble Caledonia

Taormina’s Greek Theatre and Mount Etna
MUSIC AND WINE IN THE ADRIATIC
ABOARD SEA CLOUD II
WITH RODNEY GREENBERG
We have chartered the magnificent Sea Cloud
II for an autumn exploration of Italy’s Adriatic
Coast. This promises to be a very special
cruise, combining, wine and music with one
of the world’s most splendid sailing yachts.
To be on deck when the sails are fully
extended as we navigate through the
Adriatic is a marvellous experience.
This a journey that will appeal to those who
enjoy being at sea, particularly under sail. Our
days will be split between the port of call and
time at sea so you will have ample time to
enjoy the vessel. We have selected what we
believe to be one of the most perfect regions
for sailing. The beauty of the Adriatic and
coastal Italy is indisputable. However, to
experience a journey through its amazingly
clear waters aboard a vessel of the character
and pedigree of Sea Cloud II makes it very
special. There could not be a more fitting
place to start our sea journey than from the
magnificence of Venice, and no better ending
than to sail into Valletta’s Grand Harbour, a
breathtaking experience at the best of times,
but on Sea Cloud II quite unforgettable.
To add to your experience, we are offering
you the chance to travel to Venice in style,
aboard one of the world’s most famous
trains, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.
After your cruise, you also have the chance to
extend your stay in Malta with a two-night
stay at the five-star Hotel Phoenicia.
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18th to 28th October 2013
Specialities of Calabria
La Dolce Vita
Music & Wine
Cobbled streets with years of history will unfold before us as we make our
way south aboard our luxurious sailing yacht. Explore UNESCO Heritage sites,
walk through historic hilltop villages and discover the uniqueness of each
region. Near the coast lie some of the best wine regions and during our
journey we will be visiting and tasting some of the finest examples. Added to
our enjoyment, there will be music in some stunning venues, from Chiesa
della Pieta in Venice, to the private Palazzo Tamborino-Cezzi in Lecce and the
Palazzo Beneventano in Syracuse. We are also delighted that a soprano
soloist and concert pianist from London Festival Opera will be joining us for
the cruise to entertain us with programmes from the classical and lighter
repertoire. We have allowed for several half days at sea, and what could be
better than to enjoy stunning music as we sail the Adriatic.
The Itinerary
Day 1 London to Venice, Italy. Fly by
scheduled flight. On arrival, transfer to your
four-star hotel for a two night stay.
Afternoon at leisure.
Day 2 Venice. This morning there will be a
tour to La Fenice, one of the most famous
opera houses in the world where many of
Guiseppe Verdi’s operas were performed for
the first time. In the 19th century,
performances here included Rossini, Bellini,
Boito, Perosi and Wolf-Ferrari and in the 20th
century, Stravinskij, Gershwin, Luigi Nono,
the soprano Maria Callas, and the tenor
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Ancona•
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ITALY
Alberobello• Bari •
Lecce
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Otranto
Santa Severina • Crotone
SICILY
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MALTA
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Taormina
Syracuse
M E D I T E R R A N E A N
Luciano Pavarotti. Later this afternoon we have arranged an exclusive private
concert of Vivaldi themed music performed by a local Venetian orchestra in
Chiesa della Pieta, the church where Vivaldi composed the Four Seasons.
Day 3 Venice. This morning a guided tour will include St. Mark’s Square
which was the political and religious centre of the city when La Serenissima
ruled an empire. Visit Doges Palace which housed the private residence of
the Doge, the seat of government and the Court of Justice. Continue to St
Mark’s Cathedral where you can admire the famous mosaics. Later, transfer
to the Sea Cloud II for embarkation and sail this evening.
Day 4 Ravenna. Among all the Italian towns and cities steeped in faith,
Ravenna boasts a unique heritage with its collection of early Christian
mosaics and monuments. On a guided walking tour we will explore the 5th
and 6th century buildings, a wonderful blend of Graeco-Roman tradition,
Christian iconography and oriental and Western styles. Return to the vessel
for lunch and spend a relaxing afternoon onboard as we sail to Ancona and
enjoy an onboard performance by London Festival Opera.
Day 5 Ancona. Ancona is the chief town of the Region of Marche on the
Adriatic Sea. It has the shape of an amphitheatre on the slopes of the rocky
promontory of Mount Conero and has ancient origins, founded in the 4th
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