2010 Concert (File photo)
Teatro del Silenzio
Theatre of Silence
July 7-15/2012
Lajatico Tuscany
What could be more exquisite than experiencing an evening with Andrea Bocelli during a weeklong tour of Tuscany?
I have designed a tour that will give travelers an in-depth look at Tuscany from Pisa to Lucca, San Gimignano to Firenze and even a visit to the ancient town of Volterra. There will be wine-tastings, a cooking class to learn traditional Tuscan specialties, an introduction to Etruscan history in Volterra and a tour of the most famous sites in Florence. All this in addition to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear the inimitable voice of Andrea Bocelli in the Theater of Silence.
Imagine hearing the voice of Andrea Bocelli in his own outdoor theater amid rolling wheat-covered hills in one of central Tuscany’s most picturesque areas. This magnificent theater, framed by medieval hill-towns, cypresses and olive trees, is the Theatre of Silence. It is an open-air natural amphitheater located in Lajatico, Maestro Andrea Bocelli’s hometown.
In 2006, Andrea Bocelli shared his desire for a theater with Lajatico’s mayor and provided much of the funding for this awe-inspiring outdoor facility. Andrea Bocelli signed a contract to perform in 5 concerts, once a year, with an agreement to keep the theater silent for the rest of the time. This is the fifth year of the contract since 2011 was skipped!
The theater itself is like none other. Artwork donated by famous artists is displayed throughout the grounds of this incredible venue. Among the artists represented are: Hans Peter Ditzler, Kurt Laurenz Metzler, Italian actress Gina Lollobrigida, Arnaldo Pomodoro, and Igor Mitoraj.
Andrea Bocelli’s concerts have included singers and performers such as: José Carrera, Placido Domingo, Chris Botti, Laura Pasini, Heather Headley, Lang Lang, Kenny G., Sarah Brightman, Zucchero and many more. I was able to attend the 2010 concert, which has left an indelible impression on me.
The 2012 tickets are selling quickly. Our tour is planned for the week of July 8-15, 2012, a week replete with excursions to the most picturesque of Tuscan hill towns. Space for the tour is limited to 12 travelers. Please give us a call to reserve your place on this unique tour. Transportation to and from the concert venue is part of the package. Tickets to the concert must be purchased separately.
Suggested Itinerary
- Day 1 – 07/07/2012 (Sat.) • DEPARTURE
- Depart from your home gateway to Pisa.
- Day 2 – 07/08/2012 (Sun.) • ARRIVAL PISA
- Arrival in Pisa meet the tour escort check in at hotel, visit of Pisa with an English speaking guide, Piazza dei Miracoli, Leaning Tower, Duomo, Baptistery old town. Free evening for dinner. Overnight in Pisa.
- Day 1 – 07/09/20112 (Mon.) • LUCCA
- Transfer to Lucca. Hotel check in and walking tour to discover the city and its many highlights. Free evening for dinner. Overnight in Lucca.
- Day 3 – 07/10/2012 (Tue.) • SAN GIMIGNANO
- Trough the Tuscan countryside today we travel to San Gimignano, a lovely medieval town famous for it’s many towers tha gave it the nickname of the “Manahttan” of middle-ages. City walking tour. Free time. Overnight in San Gimignano.
- Day 4 – 07/11/2012 (Wed.) • SIENA – CHIANTI
- Guided Visit of Siena and its many highlights including the famous Piazza del Campo where twice a year takes place to most crazie horseback race in the worle. We will continue with a tour of the Chianti wine are and it’s many picturesque villages
- Day 5 – 07/12/20112 (Thu.) • CONCERT NIGHT
- Departure for Volterra, continue to Lajatico visit of the Bocelli winery. Wine tasting and light “spuntino.” Early dinner (not included in the package) the reach the Teatro del Silenzio open-air auditorium. Return to San Ginignano after the concert.
- Day 6 – 07/13/2012 (Fri.) • FLORENCE
- Late departure for Florence. Tour of the city with an excellent English speaking guide and historian we will visit the Uffizi Gallery and Accademia along with other lesser known beautiful places in town.
- Day 7 – 07/14/2012 (Sat.} • FLORENCE
- Full day a participants disposal, shop, walk, eat gelato, or just seat at Café Rivoira in front of the Palazzo Vecchio and enjoy the action.
- Day 8 07/15/2012 (Sun.) • DEPARTURE
- Breakfast and transfer to Florence airport for return home or departure for your next destination.
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
- 2 nights accommodations in Pisa – Hotel Duomo
- 3 nights accommodations in San Gimignano
- 2 nights accommodations in Florence
- Breakfast daily
- Professional English speaking guide in Pisa, Lucca, San Gimignano, Siena, Firenze.
- Visit Uffizi, Accademia, Siena Cathedral ( entrance fees included)
- 1 cooking class
- Transportation throughout the tour including airport transfers*
- Winery visit and wine tasting
- Bilingual tour escort
- Local taxes
PACKAGE PRICE:
- €2650, per person, based on double occupancy.
- Single room €450; .
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Seasonal air and land supplements apply. Please, feel free to ask for details at time of booking. Additional supplements and restrictions may apply over local holidays. Package prices are subject to change without notice. Please, request airfare updated price before making the final payment. Prices are per person, sharing a room. Package booking code: GTI/Bo02.
