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AMALFI COAST
PAINT EUROPE WORKSHOP
with
CATHERINE HEARDING
 

AMALFI COAST
PLEIN AIR PAINTING WORKSHOP
with ARTIST CATHERINE HEARDING

Sorrento / Positano / Ravello

Amalfi / Capri

SOLD OUT

7 Days / 6 Nights

September 17 - 23, 2023

From $6,475

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Ravello's Terrace of Infinity at Villa Cimbrone

Positano's Church of Santa Maria Assunta

Gardens of Villa San Michele in Anacapri

Have you ever dreamed of painting along Italy's stunning Amalfi Coast?

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Don't miss out... join award-winning artist and instructor Catherine Hearding for a fabulous week of plein air painting in Southern Italy.

 

So much is included in this incredible & very special not-to-miss trip!

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We’ll be based in enchanting Sorrento, overlooking the Gulf of Naples, where we'll stay six nights in a lovely boutique hotel. We'll travel along world-renowned Amalfi Drive to see the breathtaking views unlike anywhere in the world... we'll visit and experience all three famous Amalfi Coast villages - Ravello, Amalfi & Positano... we'll take a day trip traveling by hydrofoil to the island of Capri to visit and paint at Villa San Michele in Anacapri... we'll embrace the local ambiance and engage with the local people... and enjoy delicious Southern Italian cuisine.

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Each day we'll feed our creative souls. There will be painting sessions in scenic Southern Italy coastal locations. Catherine will provide demonstrations and offer individual personal instruction designed to improve your painting skills and expand your art experience. Along with your paintings, you'll take home many treasured memories of an exciting & fun-filled Amalfi Coast painting holiday and creative adventure.

 

We'll paint in Sorrento's historic city center with its narrow lanes, ancient buildings and majestic views of the Gulf of Naples... plus take day trips to:

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  • Ravello & Amalfi - We'll travel by private van along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast to Ravello to visit Villa Cimbrone Garden and its stunning Terrace of Infinity, one of the world's most beautiful views... then travel on to Amalfi to visit the 6th-century Duomo di Sant'Andrea Apostolo.

  • Positano - We'll take a ferry (weather permitting) to the picturesque coast town of Positano where jet-setters flock from the world over.

  • Capri - We'll travel by hydrofoil to the island of Capri where we'll ride in Capri's unique open air taxis to the hilltop village of Anacapri and visit Villa San Michele and its lush garden overlooking the Gulf of Naples.

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The trip includes many extras -- a welcome reception with Italian hors d'oeuvres and wines... cocktail hour soirees with local wines... limoncello tasting... farewell gala dinner with traditional Southern Italian cuisine and local wines.

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There will be personal free time for... added individual painting... taking an afternoon private tour to the Pompeii archaeological site -- a recommended “must see” for anyone who has not visited Pompeii, the astounding UNESCO World Heritage Site, which over 2,000 years ago was a striving & sophisticated Roman city, buried under meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D...  shopping in Sorento's outdoor markets and luxury boutiques... wandering on your own through Sorrento's historic city center discovering its old world charm... soaking up the warm Southern Italy sunshine and swimming in the Tyrrhenian Sea... relaxing poolside or at an outdoor cafe.

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Optional before breakfast group pleasure walks through Sorrento are organized for travelers who want some morning exercise before starting their vacation day.

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Non-painter friends and spouses of artists are welcome to join at a reduced cost.

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The Amalfi Coast Painting Trip Is Designed To Provide:

  • A fabulous vacation and painting experience along Italy's stunning Amalfi Coast... plein air painting each day in beautiful locations.
  • Painting technique demonstrations and individual one-on-one personal guidance with Laurie Hendricks.

  • Friendly and fun small group environment limited to 15 persons. Enjoy the camaraderie and begin friendships with like-minded travelers.

  • Many activities for artist and non-artist travelers.

  • Free personal time for added painting... exploring & sightseeing... shopping... relaxing.

  • Optional group morning pleasure walks led by WalkEurope president, Tom Harter.

  • Recommended restaurants should you want to explore on your own, yet everyone is invited to join for local-cuisine group meals.

  • Connoisseur service & support – fully escorted tour, personal & customized service for a WORRY-FREE vacation!​ 

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What's Included:

  • Daily sketching and painting with Laurie Hendricks.
  • Six nights in choice of hotels: 
    • ​Charming Boutique Hotel - Grand Hotel De La Ville 
    • Premiere Luxury Hotel - Grand Hotel Royal
  • Daily hotel buffet breakfasts.
  • Welcome Reception – with local Italian wines and cheese hosted by Laurie Hendricks and WalkEurope.
  • Day Trips Along The Amalfi Coast - travel by private van to Amalfi and Ravello to visit Villa Cimbrone and Duomo di Sant'Andres Apostolo; and travel by ferry (weather permitting) to the waterfront cliff-side village of Positano. 
  • Day Trip to Capri - travel by hydrofoil to Capri, ride in Capri's unique open air taxis from the port up the winding road to the hilltop village Anacapri. Visit Villa San Michele and its lush garden overlooking the Gulf of Naples.
  • Limoncello Tasting
  • Cocktail Hour Soirees  enjoy before dinner local wines.
  • Farewell Dinner – featuring Southern Italian cuisine and wines hosted by WalkEurope.
  • Daily Morning Walks – optional before breakfast escorted group pleasure walks
  • Cathedral, museum, garden, archaeological site entrance fees for all group activities and day trips.
  • Ground transportation for all group activities, including private van to Amalfi and Ravello, ferries to Capri and Positan.
  • Connoisseur, personal & customized service & support.
 

Arrival & Departure City:

Sorrento, Italy

 

Trip Hosts:

Laurie Hendricks - Artist & Instructor - More About Laurie

Tom Harter - WalkEurope President - More About Tom

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Trip Cost:

Grand Hotel De La Ville - Charming Boutique Hotel Option:

Four-star superior hotel with warm, welcoming & bright atmosphere, relaxed ambience, and friendly staff.

  • $3,975 – 7 days / 6 nights per person in double occupancy shared hotel room. For solo travelers, we will try to find you a roommate. Tour cost does not include airfare.
  • $1,325 – Added cost for single room accommodation option (limited availability).           

Grand Hotel Royal - Premiere Luxury Hotel Option:

Premiere sea view room in elegant five-star estate hotel perched over the sea overlooking the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius, surrounded by a large park with exotic plants, camellias, orange and lemon trees. 

  • $6,275 – 7 days / 6 nights per person in double occupancy shared hotel room. Tour cost does not include airfare.
  • $2,925 – Added cost for single room accommodation option (limited availability). 
 

Space Is Limited to 15 Persons -- Reserve Early!

Paintings of Catherine Hearding

The Amalfi Coast Painting Trip Is Designed To Provide:

  • A fabulous vacation and painting experience along Italy's stunning Amalfi Coast... plein air painting each day in beautiful locations.
  • Painting technique demonstrations and individual one-on-one personal guidance with Catherine Hearding..

  • Friendly and fun small group environment limited to 15 persons. Enjoy the camaraderie and begin friendships with like-minded travelers.

  • Many activities for artist and non-artist travelers.

  • Free personal time for added painting... exploring & sightseeing... shopping... relaxing.

  • Optional group morning pleasure walks led by Paint Europe president, Tom Harter.

  • Recommended restaurants should you want to explore on your own, yet everyone is invited to join for local-cuisine group meals.

  • Concierge service & support – fully escorted tour, personal & customized service for a WORRY-FREE vacation!​ 

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What's Included:

  • Daily demonstrations, sketching and painting with Catherine Hearding.
  • Six nights in a choice of hotels: 
    • ​Signature Boutique Hotel
    • Premiere/Luxury Hotel
  • Daily hotel buffet breakfasts.
  • Welcome Reception – with local Italian hors d'oeuvres and wines hosted by Catherine and Paint Europe.
  • Day Trips Along The Amalfi Coast - travel by private van to Amalfi and Ravello to visit Villa Cimbrone and Duomo di Sant'Andres Apostolo; and travel by ferry (weather permitting) to the waterfront cliff-side village of Positano. 
  • Day Trip to Capri - travel by hydrofoil to Capri, ride in Capri's unique open air taxis from the port up the winding road to the hilltop village Anacapri. Visit Villa San Michele and its lush garden overlooking the Gulf of Naples.
  • Limoncello Tasting
  • Cocktail Hour Soirees – enjoy before dinner local wines.
  • Farewell Gala Dinner – featuring Southern Italian cuisine and wines hosted by Paint Europe.
  • Optional Daily Morning Walks – before breakfast escorted group pleasure walks
  • Cathedral, museum and garden entrance fees for all group activities and day trips.
  • Ground transportation for all group activities, including private van to Amalfi and Ravello, ferries to Capri and Positano.
  • Concierge service & support.
 

Arrival & Departure City:

Sorrento, Italy

Note: Naples Int'l Airport (NAP) is the nearest airport to Sorrento

 

Trip Hosts:

Catherine Hearding - Artist & Instructor - More About Catherine

Tom Harter - WalkEurope President - More About Tom

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Trip Cost:

Signature Boutique Hotel:

Four-star superior hotel with warm, welcoming & bright atmosphere, relaxed ambience, and friendly staff.

  • $6,475 – 7 days / 6 nights per person in double occupancy shared hotel room. Tour cost does not include airfare.
  • $2,750 – Added cost for single room accommodation option (limited availability).           

 

Upgrade Option: Premiere/Luxury Hotel

Premiere sea view room in elegant five-star estate hotel perched over the sea overlooking the Gulf of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. 

  • $8,675 – 7 days / 6 nights per person in double occupancy shared hotel room. Tour cost does not include airfare.
  • $3,200 – Added cost for single room accommodation option (limited availability). 
 

Recommend to Reserve Early! 

Small-Group Limited to 15 Artists

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Italy: Cinque Terre & Lake Como Discovery Tour

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Czech Republic / Germany: Prague & Berlin Discovery Tour

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Please Note: WalkEurope strives to operate according to our published itinerary. However, in the event of unforeseen circumstances beyond our control or opportunities that would enhance the itinerary, adjustments may be necessary. Hotels and itinerary are subject to changes. Trip subject to eight person minimum.

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