Cultural tourism on the road.
September 15-18, 2022
Anywhere, with friends
Among all the national and international events promoted by ARACI (acronym of the Italian Rotarian Association of Classic Cars) as part of ACHFR (Antique Classic Historic Automobiles Fellowship Rotarians), with the support of the committee of members associated to the RC Teramo Nord Centenario, 2090 district, the 5th Tour of Abruzzo has been scheduled in the national calendar as taking place on September 15-18, 2022. According to the principles that mark the Association, the tour aims to a double result: carrying out solidarity projects while encouraging the knowledge of a region by focusing on its cultural values and specific features.
Its cultural importance being shaped by the many professional witnesses it will offer alongside, that stretch out from nuclear physics to astrophysics, the tour is also meant to represent a great chance to experience a unique environment that stands out for being both nonuniform and rich, as it counts on a huge artistic, archaeological and architectural heritage.
At this purpose, the program is supposed to include a guided tour to the Gran Sasso mountain range, where participants will enjoy an underground visit to the nuclear physics laboratory, allegedly recognised as a worldwide center of excellence. The tour is scheduled to be undertaken on September 17, in the morning, unless any alternative activities are planned due to any hindrance that might occur.
However, the night before is going to be both exciting and fascinating as well, as the program includes a guided tour of the Abruzzo Astronomical Observatory, better known as the National Institute of Astrophysics.
The road tour is aimed to be a great opportunity for participants to immerse themselves into the history, landscapes, culture and traditions of an outstanding region while also enjoying the thrills of driving!
The last day for registration is set on August 15th, 2022, therefore any required document is to be sent by that date to the following e-mail address: sandropelillo@gmail.com.
The only logistic point is the hotel Il Parco Sul Mare (****), Tortoreto (TE), via Vascello 17/A, close to A14 Val Vibrata either coming from North or South, then following SS16 to Pescara – Giulianova. Telephone: 0861 777325; e-mail: info@ilparcosulmare.com.
Changes to the schedule will be considered if necessary.
The all-inclusive registration fee (guides, transport, entrance etc.) amounts to:
€ 750,00 (two people);
€ 540,00 (only one person).
It is mandatory to pay via bank transfer (to be sent also as copy together with the form and self-statement) to:
Rotary Club Teramo Nord Centenario, 5° Tour d’Abruzzo
Banco di Credito Cooperativo di Castiglione Messer Raimondo e Pianella – Filiale Tortoreto Lido IBAN IT97M0847377070000000138825 BIC – ICRAITRRD50
PROGRAM
Thursday, September 15th
– afternoon: arrival at the hotel;
– check-in;
– 7.15 p.m.: explanation of the program;
– 7.30 p.m.: watching “L’auto nel cinema”, then meeting with the author;
– welcome toast;
– informal dinner.
Friday, September 16th
– breakfast;
– 9.00 a.m.: departure from the hotel;
– on the road;
– timed regularity test;
– speed tests on kart for drivers and gentlewomen, prizes on the edge of the track;
– departure to the hotel – a walk in the countryside;
– 2.00 p.m.: lunch at the hotel;
– relax (swimming pool will be available);
– 6.45 p.m.: departure to Teramo;
– 7.30 p.m.: apericena;
– 9.15 p.m.: departure to the National Institute of Astrophysics;
– 9.30 p.m.: guided visit – use of telescopes “per rimirar le stelle”.
Saturday, September 17th
– breakfast;
– 9.00 a.m.: departure to Gran Sasso mountain range (SS80);
– guided tour of the nuclear physics laboratories (underground);
Alternative program in case of hindrance is to be considered.
– 2.00 p.m.: lunch;
– 3.00 p.m.: guided tour to the San Pellegrino oratory and the Church dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta, Bominaco (AQ);
– from mountains to sea, departure to the hotel;
– 7.45 p.m.: music;
– 9.00 p.m.: gala dinner with RC Teramo Nord Centenario and guests;
– Award ceremony.
Sunday, September 18th
– breakfast;
– 9.30 a.m.: departure by bus to one of the most beautiful Italian villages;
– 10.15 a.m: guided tour to the Roman church of Campovalano;
– 11.00 a.m.: guided tour to the Prince’s grave in the Picena necropolis. Holy Mass as an alternative;
– 12.15 p.m.: tour of the Montesanto monastery, which used to be part of the Papal State before the Unification of Italy (Bourbon fortress of Civitella del Tronto);
– farewell lunch, embracing the real taste of Abruzzo (Teramo).
