Conference Agenda
Arrivals
Airport Meet & Greet
Check in at Hotel
Lunch on Own
2:00pm – 5:00pm
Orientation Tour: ROMAN SQUARES
Duration: Approx. 3hrs
Meet your English-speaking guide at the Hotel Lobby and begin the exploration of the Eternal City from the elegant Piazza di Spagna, better known as the Spanish Steps, dominated by the 16th century Trinità dei Monti Church and the curious Barcaccia Fountain created by Bernini. According to the legend, during one of the Tiber’s floods, a boat was transported here by the waters. The water coming out of this fountain is supposed to be the sweetest water in Rome. Walk to the famous and beautiful Trevi Fountain, where King Neptune’s Tritons guard the sparkling waters of Rome’s most beloved monument. Be sure to toss a coin in the fountain to ensure your return to the Eternal City! Across Via del Corso, one of the main streets of Rome, used by the Romans for horse-races, in Italian “corse di cavalli”, that is why the name – to the square said to be the most beautiful in Rome, Piazza Navona. Admire the Fountain of the Four Rivers, a fountain sculpted by Bernini representing the four greatest rivers of the world. Enjoy an ice-cream and free time in the city center.
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Welcome Reception
Breakfast at Hotel
Breakfast Symposium
8am – 1pm:
Scientific Session
9:00am – 12:00pm
Guest/Spouse Tours:
– Candle Making Class
Possible Lunch Symposium
5:00pm
THE LAST AT THE COLOSSEUM & EXCLUSIVE OPENING OF ST. MARY MAJOR BASILICA WITH APERITIF
Duration: Approx. 4hrs
Leave your hotel and reach Colosseum Area. Do not miss the visit to the symbol of the Eternal city (skip the line ticket incl.) late in the afternoon when site is less crowded. After the visit proceeds to one of the Major four Roman Basilicas, St. Mary Major where Pope Frances lies. Basilica will be exclusively opened for you, and you will have the unforgettable opportunity to visit sectors closed to the public in the silent of a sacred place. After the visit a welcome cocktail will be served in one of the breathtaking terraces overlooking Rome! Drive back to your hotel.
Group Reception
Breakfast at Hotel
Breakfast Symposium
8am – 1pm:
Scientific Session
9:00am – 12:00pm
Guest/Spouse Tours:
– Cooking Class
Possible Lunch Symposium
Afternoon Free
Dinner on own
Breakfast at Hotel
FLORENCE EXCURSION
07.30AM Meet your assistant in the hotel lobby and board your vehicle to reach Termini Train station. Catch your bullet train to Florence and enjoy a pleasant ride of approx. 1h30m.
TERMINI/SANTA MARIA NOVELLA – Tentative departure between 08.00-08.30am
SANTA MARIA NOVELLA/TERMINI- Tentative return between 19.00-19.30
10.00 Upon arrival in Santa Maria Novella train station, meet your local guide and start discovering Florence city center. Start with the visit of the famous Officina del Profumo Farmaceutico di Santa Maria Novella. Proceed to the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore – (outside visit), more commonly known as the Duomo because of its magnificent dome. Also see the adjacent 14th century Gothic Campanile or bell tower, designed by Giotto and the Baptistry in Romanesque style, with Ghiberti’s Bronze Doors, representing scenes from the life of Christ. Continue to Piazza della Signoria, the most impressive square in Florence and its political centre since the 14th century. Surrounding the square are the Palazzo Vecchio, a municipal hall begun in 1299, and the lovely 14th century Gothic Loggia dei Lanzi (foot soldiers), built at the end of the 14th century; it was the Assembly Hall and later the Guardroom of the Lanzi. It contains the Renaissance statutes: the Rape of a Sabine, Hercules and Centaur Nessus by Giambologna and famous Perseus, by Cellini, holding the severed head of Medusa. In the Piazza can be admired the Fountain of the Neptune by Ammannati and the copy of Michelangelo’s David. Accademia visit with David Statue before lunch at La Loggia Restaurant.
After lunch, board your vehicle and reach Ferragamo Museum. Enjoy a guided visit and spend free time in Florence before catching your train back to Rome late in the evening 19.00-19.30.
Final timing is subject to train schedule
Free time in Florence
Lunch / Lunch included in Full Day Tour
Free Time
Dinner on own
Breakfast at Hotel
Breakfast Symposium
8am – 1pm:
Scientific Session
9:00am – 12:00pm
Guest/Spouse Tours:
Option 1: Guided Visit Of Galleria Doria Pamphili
Option 2: Leather Workshop In A Historic Roman Laboratory Del Giudice
Possible Lunch Symposium
Gandolfo and Cantine Santa Benedetta
Leave Rome to Castel Gandolfo, where the Pope Summer Residence is located. Enjoy a guided stroll in the village and prepare yourself to an exclusive private visit of the marvellous Papal Gardens of Borgo Laudato sii. Borgo Laudato sii will be exclusive opening for you and you’ll enjoy an unforgettable visit of the gardens and the Pope Farmhouse by open busses. At the end of the guided tour a private reception will be arranged to toast at the sacred beauty of the Pope Summer Residence. Enjoy free time in the Borgo, before boarding your coach to reach the little Villa of Frascati. Stop at Cantine Santa Benedetta for an interesting visit of the property and an exclusive tasting experience in the gardens front the vineyards. The countryside atmosphere of a typical Italian village festival will be recreated: many tasting buffet tables with local cheese, fruits and marmalade, Focaccia & Pizza corners, Bruschettas with vegetables and tomatoes, and main courses cooked in the wood-fired oven. Olive oil and wine tasting will be provided too. Those with a sweet tooth will be treated to homemade biscuits and ice cream.
Group Dinner included on the PM tour
Breakfast at Hotel
Breakfast Symposium
8am – 1pm:
Scientific Session
9:00am – 12:00pm
Spouse Tours:
– Bike Tour
Possible Lunch Symposium
Afternoon Free
Farewell Gala: Location coming soon
Breakfast at Hotel
Departures