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Come aboard an awe-inspiring fall foliage cruise to explore New England and Canada on our week long sail with Best Single Travel. Our journey begins in Boston, one of the oldest cities in American and includes 5 other ports before ending in beautiful Quebec City, Canada. Fall in love with New England’s enchanting foliage, historic landmarks and small-town culture and spend full days in 4 unforgettable Canadian cities with your fellow travellers or just relax aboard the Norwegian Gem.
Bar Harbor - Halifax - Sydney Cape Breton Island - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island - La Baie/Saquenay River
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New England & Canada Fall Cruise Itinerary:
Cruise Day 1 - Boston, Massachusetts (Friday, September 6, 2024 / 4:00 pm)
Welcome to Boston where history truly does come to life. Be sure to soak up all the history and quaint New England charm this city has to offer. If you didn't choose our Boston pre-cruise mini vacation you may want to start your adventure by visiting the sprawling Boston Common park, the oldest public park in the United States or head to Boston Public Garden — the country’s first botanical garden. Be sure to visit such historidal sites as Bunker Hill Monument, Paul Revere's House or the Old North Church. Or as mentioned before enjoy a pre-cruise mini vacation in Boston with your fellow travelers - which includes a day long ttip to Martha's Vineyard and a welcome sunset dinner.
Board the Norwegian Gem 12:00 - 4:00 pm
Cruise Day 2 - Bar Harbor, Maine (Saturday, September 7, 2024 / 7:00 am - 5:00 pm) - Tender Port
This coastal attraction has retained much of its charm since its glory days of the 1900s, when America's elite vacationed here in opulent summer cottages. Surrounding the rock-bound harbor is the world-famous Acadia National Park where the opulence of nature is on display. The natural beauty that surrounds Bar Harbor is punctuated with ocean cliffs and rocky beaches, glacier-formed lakes and valleys, unobstructed mountain vistas, and boreal forest. This beauty has been captured in the works of Thomas Cole, Frederic Edwin Church, Fitz Henry Lane, and many other great artists.
Included Shore Excursion: Discover top sights within Acadia National Park with your guide during this private, half-day tour. Cover more locations in less time in a comfortable, climate-controlled vehicle. Highlights include Park Loop Road and panoramic views from Cadillac Mountain. The tour includes snacks, refreshments, a stroll through Asticou Gardens, and a tasty lunch stop in Southwest Harbor (meal not included)
Cruise Day 3 - Halifax, Nova Scotia (Sunday, September 8, 2024 / 10:30 am - 7:30 pm)
Admire the rugged Atlantic coastline that surrounds Halifax, the world's second largest natural harbor. This beautifully preserved city is Nova Scotia's capital and was founded in 1749. A major business centre, it’s also known for its maritime history. The city’s dominated by the hilltop Citadel, a star-shaped fort completed in the 1850s. Waterfront warehouses known as the Historic Properties recall Halifax’s days as a trading hub for privateers, notably during the War of 1812
Included Shore Excursion:
Escape to Peggy’s Cove, one of Nova Scotia’s most beautiful destinations, on today's guided trip from Halifax. After an informative overview of the area, explore this small fishing village, located on the eastern shore of St. Margaret’s Bay. While there 
you will.visit Peggy’s Cove Lighthouse, one of the world’s most popular lighthouses, as well as local shops, restaurants, and cafes. Here you can take advantage of a great opportunity to capture amazing lighthouse photos while overlooking the Atlantic Ocean as your backdrop. Return to the bustling downtown core on a scenic narrated drive passing multiple points of interest,.including; Point Pleasant Park, Halifax Port, national historic site Pier 21, Halifax Seaport Market - the oldest, continuously operating farmers market in North America, the bustling Halifax Waterfront, the iconic brewery - Alexander Keith’s, universities; Dalhousie and Saint Mary’s, the beautiful City Gardens, and Fairview Lawn Cemetery best known as the final resting place for over 100 victims of the sinking of the Titanic.
Cruise Day 4 - Sydney Cape, Breton Island, Nova Scotia (Monday, September 9, 2024 / 10:30 am - 5:30)
Located on Cape Breton Island, Sydney is where metropolitan charm meets down-home hospitality and is the sight of the world's largest fiddle. Due to the coal industry Sydney is a multicultural mix of over 50 ethnic backgrounds.
Included Shore Excursion: On today's tour you will enjoy a narrated drive to the Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site. Here you will receive a guided tour of the fortress which operates as a living history museum. This site is significant for its
role in the Anglo-French struggle for what is modern-day Canada. After the Louisbourg visit, you will head out on a scenic drive into the Cape Breton Highlands as you make your way to the Alexander Graham Bell Museum in Baddeck. Here you will have free time to explore the incredible exhibits which feature artifacts that were donated from the Bell family’s personal estate. You will then make your way back towards Sydney for a narrated drive through the city, passing multiple points of interest, including the Cossit House Museum, The Big Fiddle, the Jost Heritage House and St. Patrick’s Church.
Cruise Day 5 - Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (Tuesday, September 10, 2024 / 8:30 am - 5:30 pm) Tender Port
Soak in the Victorian-era vibe of Charlottetown, the provincial capital of Prince Edward Island. Opulent clapboard villas lead the way towards Charlottetown's beautiful Victoria Park. Vibrant colors are everywhere - from the Victorian architecture to the red sandstone cliffs. Groves of sugar maples, rolling farmland, and towering sandstone cliffs are among the natural attractions that draw visitors to the North Shore of Prince Edward Island.
Included Shore Excursion: Today's tour is highlighted and inspired by the Anne of Green Gables series, Cavendish, and more. Your private 4-hour tour from Charlottetown includes stops at the Anne of Green Gables homestead, Rustico Harbor, and a traditional fishing village. View rolling farmlands, stunning seascapes, tiny villages, and bustling harbors along the Green Gables Shore scenic drive as you make your way to the North Shore area. Then tour Green Gables House, the old farm site which inspired L.M. Montgomery’s first novel, Anne of Green Gables, published in 1908.
Cruise Day 6 - At Sea (Wednesday, September 11, 2024)
Our only day at sea should be relaxing but lots of fun. So let's get to know each other better by playing Been There Done That, where we never know what the
questions nor the unexpected answers from your fellow cruisers will be. This afternoon is Paint Your Tote time. If you can color then you will love painting a tote bag. So sit back and let your artistic juices start flowing. And yes you get to keep the bag so get as creative as you like.
Cruise Day 7 - Saguenay (La Baie), Quebec (Thursday, September 12, 2024 / 11:00 am - 7:00 pm) Tender Port
The city of Saguenay, formed in 2002, is comprised of three boroughs: La Baie, Chicoutimi and Jonquiere. Chicoutimi and Jonquiere. It is situated on the shores of the Saguenay river and on the whimsically named, Baie des Ha Ha! This French-speaking region is north of Québec City and is considered a small oasis in the midst of the nearly uninhabited Canadian wilderness.
Included Shore Excursion: Your tour guide today will provide an animated recount of the history of settlement along the banks of the Saguenay, the concepts of National Park Saguenay (Anse-de-Tabatière, the 7th most beautiful view in Canada) and the Saguenay-St Lawrence, as well as the geological history of the Saguenay Fjord and the famous Saguenay St. Lawrence Marine Park. You will enjoy passing through the charming villages seeing imposing landscapes and interacting with the warm residents on this 4 hour tour.
Cruise Day 8 - Quebec City, Quebec (Friday, September 13, 2024 / 7:00am - Disembark)
Our cruise docks in Quebec City this morning. Time to say goodbye to all your new single cruise friends or remain with the Best Single Travel group for our additional 4 day post cruise mini vacation in Quebec City.
Inside Cabin
Interior staterooms are an excellent value. These spacious staterooms have no window which is great if you like to sleep late!
Ocean View
The large picture window will delight you and provides an excellent view of the ocean and all destinations!
* Some oceanview cabins have obstructed views
Private Balcony
Enjoy the scenic views from your own private balcony. Most balcony staterooms also have a separate sitting area.
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| Best Single Travel provides roommate matching to our clients who confirm their reservations at least 70 days before departure. Prices are in US Dollars and Include Shore Excursions, Taxes and Surcharges - Onboard Gratuities are Not Included |
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New England & Canada Fall Cruise Full Payment If you would like a shared cabin and are booking 120 days prior to sailing we guarantee you a roommate match. If you are booking within 120 days of sailing we will confirm a roommate within 24 hours.  * Click Here for Frequently Asked Singles Cruise and Cancellation Policies * |
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This Winter you are invited to cruise with Best Single Travel along coasts kissed by the crystal clear blue waters of the Mediterranean. Experience old world atmosphere and breathtaking views at some of the world's most interesting heritage sites. Cruise from the masterpieces of Barcelona to the ancient ruins of Rome while touring through the charming European villages of Italy, France and Spain.
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Mediterranean Winter Singles Cruise Itinerary
Cruise Day 1: Civitavecchia, / Rome, Italy (Friday: December 1, 2023 / 5:00pm)
Arrive at Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO). Rome, Italy’s capital, is a sprawling, cosmopolitan city with nearly 3,000 years of history, architecture and culture on display. Ancient ruins such as the Roman Forum and the Colosseum remind us of the power of the former Roman Empire. Vatican City, headquarters of the Roman Catholic Church, hosts St. Peter’s Basilica and the Vatican Museums.
Board the Cruise Ship - Norwegian Epic
Make your way to the cruise ship and board at your leisure. (If you have booked the pre-night hotel package, group transfers have been arranged). Meet your cruise hosts and fellow cruise mates at welcome orientation meeting and then again at dinner tonight.
Cruise Day 2: Florence, Italy / Pisa (Saturday: December 2, 2023 / 6:00am - 6:00pm)
Florence, capital of Italy’s Tuscany region is home to masterpieces of art and architecture. Florence's museums, palaces, and churches house some of the greatest artistic treasures in the world including the iconic Florence Duomo, with its terra-cotta-tiled dome and bell tower and Michelangelo’s “David,” Since Florence served as a wealthy and important center for medieval trade and commerce, the city gave birth to the Italian Renaissance movement.
Included Shore Excursion - Florence Walking Tour and Pisa Photo Stop
A pleasant guided drive through the Italian countryside and a private walking tour of Florence is a great way to be introduced to Tuscany. As we are guided through the cobblestone streets and piazzas of Florence hear about the Renaissance era and the lives of famous artists, In-between the famous landmarks (like the Duomo, Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral), stroll streets and alleys paved with original stones from ancient times. Enjoy free time for lunch and shopping before we drive to Tuscany's most famous building, the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Get your camera's ready for the photo of you keeping the tower from falling.
Cruise Day 3: Naples, Italy / Amalfi Coast - Pompeii (Sunday: December 3, 2023 / 11:00am - 8:00pm) 
The Amalfi Coast, Italy (la Costiera Amalfitana) is a beautiful and renowned stretch of mountainous coastline south of Naples, in Campania. The Amalfi coast is a mixture of history and nature, with lots to discover: the Cathedral of Amalfi, the villas in Ravello and the many churches built during the period of the republic of Amalfi. Mount Vesuvius, a volcano near the Bay of Naples in Italy, is hundreds of thousands of years old and has erupted more than 50 times. Its most famous eruption took place in the year 79 A.D., when the volcano buried the ancient Roman city of Pompeii under a thick carpet of volcanic ash.
Included Shore Excursion - Pompeii and Amalfi Coast Tour 
Pompeii was a sprawling metropolis of shops and residences, restaurants and brothels, stroll the streets of Pompeii as the Romans did – the stones are still worn with tracks from the carriages that used them nearly 2,000 years ago. As our guide leads us from mosaic to monument, temple to theater, imagine daily life in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Then we embark on a spectacular drive along the Amalfi Coast, one of Europe's most dramatic shorelines. The winding cliff top road offers breathtaking panoramic views at every turn. As we catch our breath, notice the colors of the Mediterranean, a sheer 500-foot drop below. Along the drive we will pass by or stop at villages like Sorrrento, Positanto and Amalfi. Perched high on the cliffs above Amalfi and famous for its views and gardens is the village of Ravello
Cruise Day 4: Day at Sea (Monday: December 4, 2023)
It will be a busy week! Let's enjoy our only day at sea and the special singles activities on board our cruise ship, the Norwegian Epic.
Cruise Day 5: Athens (Piraeus), Greece (Tuesday: December 5, 2023 / 7:00am - 6:00pm)
This is the cradle of civilization, and the oldest city in Europe. Not only is this city home to the Acropolis and some of the most important architectural structures and archaeological finds in the Western world, It is also a very modern city, an urban amalgam of extraordinary art, culture, cuisine and shopping. Explore more of Athens on a European cruise!
Included Shore Excursion - Athens Sightseeing and Plaka walking
Enjoy a tour of Athens, combining many of the city's principal modern and classical sights. This tour includes an overview of the modern city and striking contrasts to the remains of its glorious past. Drive by the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in front of the Parliament House on Constitution Square, the Panathenian Stadium (site of the first modern Olympic Games in 1896). See vistas of the Presidential Palace (ex Royal Palace), government buildings, and elegant homes. Drive along Panepistimiou Avenue and view the Catholic Cathedral, the Academy, University, National Library, and Omonia Square. In contrast, we visit the Roman Temple of Olympian Zeus and the crowning beauty and glory that was Athens, the Acropolis with its many monuments atop its rocky base, including the awesome Parthenon, the Propylaea, the Temple of Athena Nike and the Erechtheion with its Porch of Maidens. We also visit the Acropolis Museum. After the visit to the Acropolis, you will arrive at the most suitable point for entering the Plaka. Proceed with your guide on a short walking tour of Athens’s oldest and most picturesque neighborhood. The maze of cobblestone pedestrian streets is lined with shops, boutiques, souvenir stands and flea market stalls that beckon all that enter. You will also have some free time in Plaka before your return back to the hotel.
Cruise Day 6: Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey (Wednesday: December 6, 2023 / 6:30am - 12:30pm) 
Kusadasi is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus, it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants. Just offshore on Pigeon Island is a walled Byzantine castle that once guarded the town, connected to the mainland via causeway.
Included Shore Excursion: Enjoy a half day tour of Ephesus - Ephesus is the best-preserved classical city from ancient times, and was inhabited by Greeks, Macedonians, Romans and Turks. St. 
Paul lived here circa 60 AD, when it was at its most populated at 250,000. During your visit, you’ll walk its stony boulevards, stand in the grand theatre, marvel at the beauty of the Celsus Library, the agora, as well as the baths, giving you the unique chance to get up-close-and-personal with history by literally being able to walk into it. Free time on the site, before heading back to the ship for lunch.
Cruise Day 7: Istanbul, Turkey (Thursday: December 7, 2023 / 9:00am - 6:00pm) 
Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here. In the Sultanahmet district, the open-air, Roman-era Hippodrome was for centuries the site of chariot races, and Egyptian obelisks also remain. The iconic Byzantine Hagia Sophia features a soaring 6th-century dome and rare Christian mosaics.
Included Shore Excursion: Enjoy a full day tour of Istanbul -
Hagia Sophia/Aya Sofya is a truly awe-inspiring, 1,400-year-old Byzantine cathedral which houses mosaics, relics and iron work. It is one of Turkey's most popular attractions, drawn by the sheer spectacle of its size, architecture, mosaics and art. Built during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian in the 6th century AD.
Cruise Day 8: Patmos, Greece (Friday: December 8, 2023 / 2:00pm - 9:00pm)
Patmos, an Aegean island in the north of Greece’s Dodecanese island group, is a significant Christian pilgrimage site. Its Cave of the Apocalypse is where John of Patmos (St. John the Theologian) is said to have written the Book of Revelations. A fortresslike, 11th-century monastery dedicated to the saint overlooks the whitewashed houses of the hilltop capital, Hora (also known as Chora).
Included Shore Excursion: Enjoy a half-day tour of Patmos - One of the mose beautiful islands in Greece - Enjoy beautiful nature and beaches, visiting Panagia Chora (the capital), Agios Ioannis Beach and exploring the beautiful surrounding areas.
Cruise Day 9: Rhodes, Greece (Saturday: December 9, 2023 / 8:00am - 5:00pm)
Rhodes, the largest of Greece’s Dodecanese islands, is known for its beach resorts, ancient ruins and remnants of its occupation by the Knights of St. John during the Crusades. The city of Rhodes has an Old Town featuring the medieval Street of the Knights and the castle-like Palace of the Grand Masters. Captured by the Ottomans and then held by the Italians, the palace is now a history museum.
Included Shore Excursions: Lindos and Rhodes town combined -
You will walk up to the summit, or subject to availability, you may hire a donkey to take you most of the way, to discover the magnificent remains of past civilizations. Located at the summit you will find the 4th century B.C. Doric Temple of Athena Lindia, a double-winged portico, a Byzantine church and the fortifications of the Knights, including the remains of the Governor's quarters. The view is truly panoramic and at the very foot of the Acropolis is St. Paul's Bay, where the Apostle is said to have sought shelter during a storm. Below the Acropolis are the clustered, old whitewashed houses and narrow streets of this most delightful village. A haunt of artists and writers for many years, it also contains many tiny shops full of attractive souvenirs. Next you travel back to the city where you will enter the Old Town from D’Amboise Gate, which is the closest point to the rebuilt Grand Master's Palace. This palace was constructed as a reflection of the Papal Palace in Avignon, France. It was built to serve as a fortress in times of war, a peacetime residence for the Grand Master and a meeting place for senior knights. Time is allowed for a visit of the Palace with your private guide. After visiting the Palace, you enjoy a short walking tour and then you will have free time before you are transferred back to the pier, or you may choose to stay in the old town to explore further and return to the ship.
Cruise Day 10: Limassol, Cyprus (Sunday: December 10, 2023 / 9:00am - 6:00pm)
Limassol is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus. It’s known for the centuries-old Limassol Castle, home to the Cyprus Medieval Museum and its collection of pottery and tombstones. On the seafront is the Prokymea (Molos) Sculpture Park, with sculptures by Cypriot, Greek and international artists. To the northeast is the Limassol Archaeological Museum, exhibiting artifacts from the Neolithic to the Roman periods.
Included Shore Excursion: A Day in Nicosia - Travel by coach to Nicosia, the largest city in Cyprus and the capital of the island since the 11th century A.D. Begin your exploration of the city with a visit to St. John's Cathedral. Built in 1662 by Archbishop Nikiforos, the interiors have colorful 18th century frescoes that depict biblical scenes. Next, discover the magnificent collection of Cypriot antiquities at the Cyprus Archaeological Museum. Originally built in 1908 as a tribute to Queen Victoria - Treasures include ceramics, tomb monuments, bronze statues and coins that span more than 5000 years of the island’s history. Featured is the statue of Aphrodite from Soli, the symbol of Cyprus. Continue to the Green Line* Checkpoint at Ledra Street from where you can view the occupied half of Nicosia and northern territory of Cyprus. Your guide will lead you through the impressive Venetian Walls which circle the old city at Paphos Gate. Arriving in the old town, there will be independent time for shopping in the restored 19th century neighborhood "Laiki Yitonia".
Cruise Day 11: Jerusalem (Ashdod), Israel (Monday: December 11, 2023 / 6:00am - 11:00pm) 
Sacred to three of the world's major religions, Jerusalem is one of the world's oldest cities, with a history dating back to 4000 BC. Ashdod is the sixth-largest city and the largest port in Israel accounting for 60% of the country's imported goods.
Included Shore Excursion: Dead Sea & Masada Day Tour - We meet our local guide and embark on a two-hour drive, passing through Jerusalem and start to descend through the Judean Desert into the Valley of the Dead Sea. On a clear day enjoy the superb view that stretches well into Jordan. After about an hour drive, we enter the great plateau of the Dead Sea and will officially be in the lowest place on earth.
Our first stop will be the Fortress of Masada, built by King Herod in 31 BCE and now considered a 
World Heritage Site. We will take the cable car to the top of Masada and walk through its magnificent ruins, the last stronghold of Jewish warriors and their families during the great Roman rebellion. After a long siege, the Romans built a ramp up the mountain, and the battle was lost. The Jewish rebels made a communal decision to commit suicide and not fall to the Romans’ sword.
From Masada, we will continue to the Dead Sea, where there will be time for lunch and a float. The Dead Sea's famously hyper-saline water makes floating easy, and its mineral-rich black mud is used for therapeutic and cosmetic treatments. Enjoy the floating sensation of the sea and the mud upon your skin. After our refreshing time at the beach, we travel back to Ashdod port, passing by Jericho, the oldest city in the world.
Cruise Day 12: Haifa, Israel (Tuesday: December 12, 2023 / 6:00am )
Our cruise ship docks early this morning. Time for breakfast before saying goodbye to all your new friends. You will want to arrange your flight home from the Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) airport no earlier than 1pm. Have a safe flight.
Inside Cabin
Interior staterooms are an excellent value. These spacious staterooms have no window which is great if you like to sleep late!
Studio
Perfect for solo travelers - small inside cabin that includes exclusive access to the Studio Lounge.
Private Balcony
Enjoy the scenic views from your own private balcony. Most balcony staterooms also have a separate sitting area.
I will share a cabin with a friend or use the Singles Cruise Match Program
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$350 | $3175.26 |
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$350 | $3937.26 |
| Best Single Travel provides roommate matching to our clients who confirm their reservations at least 70 days before departure. Prices are in US Dollars and Include Shore Excursions, Taxes and Surcharges - Onboard Gratuities are Not Included |
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I want my own cabin
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$600 | $4175.26 |
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*Prices are Not Guaranteed Until Booked.
Pre-Cruise Package
airport transfer - One Night Hotel - Breakfast - Rome half day tour - Transfer to ship
(roommate matching not guaranteed on pre-nights)
| Mediterranean Winter Singles Cruise Final payment is due July 28, 2023. (If paying after December please pay full amount). If you would like a shared cabin and are booking before final payment we guarantee you a roommate match. If you are booking after we will confirm a roommate within 24 hours. * Click Here for Frequently Asked Singles Cruise and Cancellation Policies * |
Join us for an amazing painting experience in the capital of Andalusia, Seville. Where better to find artistic inspiration than at the Real Alcazar with its Moorish splendour or at the steps of the colossal Gothic cathedral. Our luxury 19th century oil mill in the grounds of a natural park provides the best combination of tranquillity and space to develop your painting skills.
Bienvenido! Welcome to Sevilla! On arrival you will be taken by private minibus in our group transfer to the villa where you can settle in, meet your teacher and chef and enjoy welcome drinks. The afternoon is yours to relax by the pool or explore the grounds around the villa. Dinner this evening is at the villa, prepared by your chef.
This morning you have a sketching and painting session with your teacher at the villa. To begin, there will be an introduction to all the materials for the first timers or a quick refresher for those already familiar. With your tutor, you will explore the villa and its grounds with your sketchbook. After lunch, we’ll explore how to develop the sketches into more finished pieces, with a focus on composition and drawing. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy at the villa or the pool area before dinner.
Today, you will head to Seville to visit the famous Alcazar Palace, Cathedral and Plaza de Espana. We’ll stop for lunch at our favourite local taberna, with more time in the afternoon to explore this historic city. Return to the villa late afternoon for dinner, prepared by your chef.
Following breakfast this morning, we will have time to draw and work on technique. Your tutor will also give a lesson focusing on drawing buildings with a guide to simplifying perspective. Guests will spend the rest of the day at the villa with time to continue their work, or relax. Lunch and dinner will be at the villa.
Another Painting lesson this morning after breakfast. Lunch will be at the villa and then you will spend the afternoon at Aracena a typical Andalusian village with white washed houses contrasting against the green landscape of the mountains. This evening, enjoy a meal out at a local Andalusian restaurant.
After breakfast, today’s lesson will be focused on the unique versatility that watercolours have to offer. Your tutor will share their tips to help you develop you own watercolour techniques. They’ll give a quick demo, after which you are free to find your chosen spot for painting. Lunch will be at the villa and the rest of the day will be spent continuing your sketching and painting. Your tutor will move around the group offering help and advice. Dinner is at the villa tonight, prepared by your chef.
This morning you will have another Painting lesson, followed by tasting of typical Andalusian food and drink at a local Bodega birthplace of Jamon Iberico. Afterwards some time to finish off your works and relax at the villa. Later this evening, we’ll have an exhibition of your artwork to the group, followed by a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.
After breakfast, some time to pack before the group transfer will collect you and take you back to Seville airport for your flight home. Adios.
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| September 27 to October 4, 2025 | Seville | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
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| May 9 to May 16, 2026 | Seville | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
| September 26 to October 3, 2026 | Seville | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
| October 10 to October 17, 2026 | Seville | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
5 days of painting tuition with our experienced tutors.
Private, en-suite accommodation in our Sicilian villa.
Visits to local towns, e.g. Modica & Ragusa.
All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant.
A non-refundable $750 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure
Our week-long Pilates retreat in Andalusia is taught by expert instructors, qualified to teach ‘Body Control’ Pilates. They offer a wealth of experience and can offer advice and support to guests with a range of needs, to help you get the most out of the week.
Flavours Pilates retreats in Andalusia and elsewhere are suitable for all levels, from beginners to advanced. If you decide to join us, we will contact you before the holiday to find out about your Pilates background and medical history. With this information, your lessons can be tailor-made and provide you with the best possible Pilates instruction, as well as delicious local food and a good glass of wine or two!
Beautiful historic Il Palacete is your home for the week while you enjoy your Pilates retreat in Andalusia. Private and peaceful, it’s a large country house set in dramatic hilly surrounds with wonderful views and is just 30 minutes’ drive from the coast. It’s the perfect spot for a Pilates holiday, with both inside and outside spaces for classes, and an elegant pool and tennis court to use while you’re here.
Inside, the 15th-century villa offers a touch of grandeur; it’s comfortable, and our guests quickly feel at home here. Our private chef cooks your meals when we’re not dining out, and the villa offers many places to enjoy a drink before meals in its terraces and gardens. It ticks all the hallmarks of the comfort our guests have come to expect on a Flavours holiday.
Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Malaga Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.
Begin the day with an energising Pilates session with your teacher, followed by lunch. The afternoon is yours to explore the villa and grounds, before your late-afternoon Pilates lesson. Dinner is served at the villa by your chef.
Following Pilates and breakfast this morning, leave for local coastal village La Herradura to relax on the beach, with lunch in a typical Andalusian restaurant. Return home after lunch for your second Pilates lesson of the day. Dinner this evening is prepared by your chef in the villa.
Today, we will head to Granada city centre, the Moorish Jewel, with time in the morning to explore the gardens of the Alhambra with a guided tour. We’ll stop for lunch at our favourite local restaurant, and spend some time this afternoon exploring the city’s shops and charming narrow streets filled with flowers. Late afternoon, return to the villa for dinner, prepared by your chef.
This morning, enjoy another Pilates lesson, after which you are free to relax by the pool, wander in the ornamental Moorish gardens, or enjoy the views of the hillsides and valley. Another Pilates lesson before dinner at the villa, prepared by your chef.
After your morning Pilates session, spend today at the villa, with time to relax by the pool or in the villa. This evening, enjoy a meal out at a local restaurant in Otivar.
This morning you will have another Pilates lesson, followed by lunch. Enjoy your last afternoon relaxing at the villa before your final Pilates lesson. Gather this evening for a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.
After breakfast and some time to relax, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Malaga Airport for your flight home.
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| April 26 to May 3, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
| May 3 to May 10, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
| September 27 to October 4, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
A non-refundable $750 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure
Andalusia offers painters inspiring seascapes, wild countryside, mountain views, and an idyllic climate for a perfect painting holiday. Our Andalusian base is the beautiful Il Palacete villa, set deep in dramatic hilly countryside, yet only 30 minutes’ drive from the coast. It’s private and peaceful, with spacious gardens, a pool and tennis court. This picturesque mini palace, full of charming historic details, dates back to the 1400s.
It’s a wonderful place to paint, with the aid of your experienced tutor who will offer techniques and tips to capture the essence of Andalusia, no matter whether you’re a novice painter or an old hand. We’ll venture out with sketchbooks to a pretty local town, private beach, and to the spectacular Alhambra Palace and city of Granada. Meals are included, cooked by a private chef, and we’ll also dine at our favourite Spanish restaurant in a nearby hillside village.
Set in the dramatic Andalusian countryside, the historic 15th-century country house Il Palacete villa is just 30 minutes’ drive from the coast. The interior offers palatial style; it’s luxurious yet comfortable, with a private and peaceful atmosphere. The spacious gardens and grounds are beautifully maintained, perfect for painting or relaxing with a drink while gazing over the hillside views. There’s also an elegant swimming pool and tennis court. It ticks all the hallmarks of the comfort our guests have come to expect on a Flavours holiday.
Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Malaga Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks and time to relax before dinner prepared by our local chef.
This morning you have your first sketching and painting session with your teacher, followed by lunch. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy at the villa or the pool area before dinner.
Following breakfast this morning, guests will spend the rest of the day at the villa with time to continue their work, or relax. Lunch and dinner will be at the villa.
Today, we will head to Granada city centre, the Moorish Jewel and visit the Alhambra Palace. We’ll stop for lunch at our favourite local restaurant, with more time in the afternoon to explore the city. Late afternoon, return to the villa for dinner, prepared by your chef.
After breakfast, you’ll have another painting session. Lunch will be at the villa and the rest of the day will be spent continuing your sketching or relaxing at the villa. Dinner is at the villa tonight, prepared by your chef.
Spend today at the villa, with an opportunity to concentrate on a larger scale piece of work. Later this afternoon, we’ll head to local town of Otivar for a chance to sketch and explore the local area. Dinner this evening is at our favourite local restaurant in Otivar.
Today is your final day of drawing and painting, with time to finish off your works and relax at the villa. Later this evening, we’ll have an exhibition of your artwork to the group, followed by a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.
After breakfast, the group transfer will collect you and take you back to Malaga airport for your flight home. Adios!
| Date | Region | Description |
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| April 5 to April 12, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| 10 May - 17 May, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| 17 May - 24 May, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| October 11 to October 18, 2025 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| October 18 to October 25, 2024 | Andalusia | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
5 days of painting tuition with our experienced tutors.
Private, en-suite accommodation in our Sicilian villa.
Visits to local towns, e.g. Modica & Ragusa.
All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant.
A non-refundable $750 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure
Buongiorno! Choose your language holiday in Italy’s foodie heartland. It’s the centre of an exceptional food-producing region, where some of Italy’s most famous produce is made, including tortellini, Parma ham, Parmesan, and balsamic vinegar. The city itself is a medieval beauty, housing the world’s oldest university, and attractive colonnaded streets.
Our base is in the peaceful hills south of Bologna, where, as well as learning Italian, you’ll relax and enjoy delicious Italian food and wine in stunning surroundings. When we venture out to Bologna and to Ravenna, you’ll be able to soak up the atmosphere and test out your Italian in trattorias, food markets, shops, and perhaps a bar or two. Our host will always be on hand, in case you need any help.
Where you’re going to stay
Our villa is a beautifully restored large farmhouse, situated in rural Tredozio on top of the highest hill. Enjoy the peace and quiet and unforgettable views of the surrounding area and the Apennine hills. The sun rises from the Romagnole Apennines to warm up the large swimming pool and al fresco dining area, and sets behind the Tuscan Apennines. The hills stretch endlessly from the villa, and you can easily stroll on tracks around the villa, as well as simply relax with a drink in the large garden, gazing at the limitless view.
Welcome to Bologna! Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Bologna airport and take you to the villa where you can settle in. Dinner this evening is at the villa, prepared by your chef.
After breakfast, you will then have your first Italian lesson, followed by lunch at the villa. In the afternoon, you’re free to relax in the villa before your Aperitivo Chat session and dinner.
After breakfast, enjoy a lesson with your Italian tutor, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit a local winery for a private wine tasting and return to the villa, where dinner will be prepared by the chef.
After breakfast, you will spend the day exploring Bologna, sight-seeing or shopping at leisure. Lunch will be at our favourite trattoria in central Bologna. Return to the villa late afternoon for your Aperitivo Chat session and dinner.
After breakfast, you will have some time to relax at the villa before your first Italian lesson of the day. Lunch will be at the villa, with time to relax this afternoon before dinner, prepared by your chef.
This morning you will have another language lesson, followed by lunch. The afternoon will be spent in the medieval town of Ravenna. You’ll have a chance to explore and do some shopping before dinner at a local restaurant.
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After breakfast, you will spend today relaxing at the villa and improving your Italian skills with your tutor. Gather for one final Aperitivo Chat session before a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.
After breakfast, you’ll have some time to pack before our driver takes you on our group transfer back to Bologna Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!
| Date | Region | Description |
|---|---|---|
| September 5 to September 12, 2026 | Bologna | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,650 per person |
