Join us in Tuscany for an unparalleled sculling adventure featuring coaching from the finest Italian rowing coaches, training on a private rowing basin and a visit to the famous rowing club under the Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Italy. For 8 days and 7 nights we will be spoiled by warm and welcoming Tuscan traditions, culture and hospitality as we are guests in the 12th century hill town of San Miniato. Visit some of the historic hill towns of Tuscany like Lucca, Volterra or San Gimignano; soak up the architecture and art while sampling the finest regional foods and wines. Bask in the essence of Tuscan culture and beauty while having the rowing experience of a lifetime.

Home for the week is a family run agriturismo (farm-B&B, roughly translated), with fabulous views, nice rooms, great cooking, and a swimming pool. Situated near the crest of one of the highest hills between Florence and Pisa, the view from the pool offers incredible vistas of the surrounding valleys full of olive trees and vineyards and is only walking distance from the center of San Miniato.

A typical morning begins with a traditional Italian breakfast before the 10 minute drive to the private rowing basin where our coach stands ready to hand out the morning program. Our after workout cappuccino rejuvenates us as we enjoy sharing stories of our morning row. After showers and changing we'll be hungry and ready for lunch, cucina italiana prepared from the finest fresh seasonal ingredients. Later we head off to explore some of the local wonders. We are in the hands of locals so we are treated to views of cities and culture most tourists never see. Then of course there's dinner, always spirited conversation while feasting on the finest the region has to offer in local restaurants specifically chosen for their selection of local specialties. This is your "off the beaten path" vacation we everyone dreams about. Each week is tailored to the season, the weather, the rowing conditions, and the festivals that might be occurring. We see more than the tourist sites, we are rowers in Italy for a full week of fun.

Enzo Ademollo, head coach and co-founder of Terralba Rowing Camp, has decades of experience coaching rowers of all ages as well as being the national coordinator of masters' rowers and on the Italian National Rowing Council.

Eliza Camp, a native English speaker with years of living in Italy and co-founder of Terralba, studied under wooden boat building master Graeme King and in the winter is a professional boat restorer and builder.

Pamela Abraham, a Los Angeles rower, founder of Callisto Tours, accompanies the rowers throughout the week. She is available to answer questions, expedite arrangements and assist in handling organizational matters before and during the holiday. We look forward to another grand Terralba/Callisto Tours collaboration. It's been nothing but good rowing and lots of fun so far!

Total tour cost: 1650 € (Euro) double occupancy with a single supplement available. Non rowing companions (spouses and friends) are welcome and pay 1530 € (Euro) double occupancy.

Cost includes:
· 8 days and 7 nights in a bed and breakfast or agriturismo style of accommodations. Double occupancy with single supplement available upon request.
· All meals, breakfast, lunch and dinner.
· A minimum of 6 rowing sessions (weather permitting). All coaching, boats, fees, access to boat clubs. Facilities at the rowing basin include changing rooms, Concept 2 ergs. Practices are tailored to each athlete, geared to improve one's style and speed; occasional videotaping and off water meetings enhance training.
· Pick up on arrival in Pisa or Florence, transportation on all day trips (some trips might be to and from Lucca, Siena, San Gimignano, or Volterra, for example) and transportation back to airport on departure.

Cost does not include:
· Airfare
· Travel insurance (required)
· Personal items such as toiletries, wine and souvenirs.
· Telephone calls.
· Meals and alcohol not listed on the final schedule.
· Transportation and trips not organized by the tour but by the individual(s).
· Museum entries and other leisure activities.

A non-refundable deposit of 200 € (Euro) is required to secure your space on the trip. The deposit may be paid by check in the amount of $250 (USD) made payable to Callisto Tours, mailed to the address below. Group size is limited to maximize coaching and efficiency on and off the water; payment of the deposit holds your space.

A second payment of 750 € (Euro) is due by May 5, 2008 and the balance of the tour cost is due June 5, 2008. An exchange rate will be calculated based on the average exchange rate for one week prior to the payment due date.

In the event a participant must cancel, payment will be returned (less the deposit) if the vacant space can be filled by another rower.

All activities and schedules are subject to change at the discretion of the coaches due to weather or other conditions that prove unsafe to travelers, as well to take better advantage of local activities that might be of greater interest, such as fairs or cultural events. In the event an activity is cancelled, every effort will be made to reschedule or replace it with equally acceptable activities and any changes will be clearly communicated and discussed with travelers.

Participants are responsible for determining if the trip is suitable for their athletic ability, fitness level, and state of health, and advising Callisto Tours of any medical or dietary problems (such as allergies) or restrictions prior to booking a trip. Participants are responsible for informing themselves of all passport, visa, and health requirements in relation to their trip and making sure all required documents are in proper order and taken with them on their trip. Participants are responsible for checking in for flights at the correct time. Participants must also sign and submit a Release of Liability and Assumption of All Risk Form and a Personal Information Form prior to departure. Participants are required to respect the laws and customs of countries visited and follow environmental guidelines and regulations while on the trip in accordance with the direction of their guides.

To reserve your place in Italy, please email us at info@callistotours.com CST# 2002558-10