FALSTAFF IN RAVENNA 12 - 15 JULY   Our second long weekend in Ravenna coincides with the Orchestra and Chorus of La Scala's visit to the festival. Led by Maestro Muti they will give just four performances of the season's new production of Falstaff. Juan Pons takes the title role with Daniela Dessi and Roberto Frontali. Tickets are also included for a concert conducted by Riccardo Muti, whilst a visit to the glorious renaissance town of Urbino has been arranged as part of your daytime programme.

Courtesty of the Italian Statue Tourist Board (E.N.I.T)

THURSDAY 12 JULY

Depart from London Gatwick on Alitalia at 1200. Arrive Bologna at 1500 and transfer by private coach to Ravenna. Check in at the 4 star Hotel Park, situated by the marina for three nights. Welcome drink.

FRIDAY 13 JULY

Morning tour of the city of Ravenna, the romanesque Basilica San Vitale and its stunning mosaics, the Mausoleum Galla Placidia and the Archiepiscopal Museum. Lunch in a local restaurant. Afternoon at leisure.

Evening performance of FALSTAFF (Verdi) at the Teatro Alighieri.
C: Riccardo Muti. Cast includes: Juan Pons, Roberto Frontali, Juan Diego Florez, Daniela Dessi, Inva Mula, Anna Caterina Antonacci, Bernadette Manca di Nissa, Ernesto Gavzzi, Luigi Roni.

SATURDAY 14 JULY

Full day tour to the town of Urbino perched in the mountains above the Adriatic coast. The most famous ruler of the Montefeltro dynasty was Duke Federico, whose enlightened court became a model of its kind. Visit the Palazzo Ducale, widely regarded as the culmination of Renaissance architecture of the cinquecento. Duke Federico was a noted patron of the arts and the palace houses important works of Renaissance artists including Piero della Francesca, Paolo Ucello, Verrocchio and many more. Time to wander in the steep streets of this fascinating university town, including the reputed birthplace of the artist Raphael. Lunch in a restaurant and afternoon return transfer to Ravenna.
Evening concert at the Palazzo Mauro de Andre. CAMERATA STRUMENTALE CITTA DI PRATO.
C: Riccardo Muti. Programme: to be advised.

SUNDAY 15 JULY

Day of leisure in Ravenna. Transfer from Ravenna to Bologna Airport and depart on Alitalia at 1550. Arrive London Gatwick at 1655.

	Price per person 4 Day Tour Price £745.00 Single room supplement £120.00 Deposit required £250.00 Booking Deadline 1 March Tour Code RAV Tour price includes Tour price includes flights and airport taxes - transfers - accommodation - sightseeing tours as described including guides and entrance fees - buffet breakfast daily - one lunch - top category ticket for Falstaff and Chamber Concert - tour manager or local representative. Dress: Lounge suit

C = Conductor   D = Director

	RAVENNA FESTIVAL Opera à la carte
	If our tour dates do not suit you or you prefer to travel independently please contact us for your tailormade itinerary including ticket and travel reservations. The programme of operas being performed and dates this season is as follows: I Capuleti e I Montecchi Jun 22, 27, 29, Jul 1 Falstaff Jul 11, 13, 15, 17 Concerts (please ask for details) Jun 23, 24, 25, 30, Jul 12, 14, 22 PRICE GUIDELINE As an indication a three night package including flights from London, taxes, hotel accommodation (sharing a twin room) on a bed and breakfast basis, and a second category ticket to one opera performance will cost from £545.00 per person. For your a la carte quote Telephone: 020 7483 4466 Email: enquiries@travelforthearts.com