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Italy U19 Softball 2024

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Tour Dates
July
5
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July 15, 2024
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Cost with Airfare
$4,795
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Sport
Softball
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Age Group
U19
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Travel Dates
July
5
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July 15, 2024
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Number of Games
3-5
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Possible Cities We'll Visit
  • Milan
  • Como area
  • Venice
  • San Marino
  • Florence
  • Lucca
  • Cinque Terre
  • Rome
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Tour Highlights
  • Explore Milan
  • Vittorio Pino Memorial Softball Tournament - Teams from Italy, USA and other countries could also be in attendance
  • Explore Venice
  • Possible day at Rimini Beach
  • Guided tour of Florence
  • Bike tour of Lucca
  • Visit the Coliseum or Vatican (TBA) - Entrance to one of these will be included or replaced by something of similar value if not available
  • Explore Rome - Guided walking tour and free time to explore on your own

Cost Overview

$4,795.00

Complete Package

(Airfare From Gateway City Included)

Round trip airfare included from USA – Gateway city will be confirmed 4-5 months prior to departure.  For this tour it will most likely be JFK or other New York area airport.

$3,595.00

Ground Package Only

(Airfare Not Included)
  • You are responsible for meeting the group at your own expense.
  • Some passengers may want to shorten or lengthen your tour.
  • This may only possible if you purchase your airline ticket separate from the group.
  • Please confirm on your registration that you will be purchasing the ground package.
  • We will need to know 4- 5 months prior to departure.
  • Do NOT purchase your airline ticket until AIST has confirmed we have a full team for the tour.

Sample Payment Schedule

(per person)

All payments are fully refundable until November 1, 2023.  After this date there will be a minimum cancellation fee of $250.

  • Deposit due within 2 weeks of your email confirmation – $500
  • 6-7 months prior to departure – 30% of total balance
  • 5 months prior to departure – 50% of total balance
  • 2 months prior to departure – All balances due
Actual payment schedule will depend on when we receive your first payment. Other costs incurred will depend on each individual’s spending habits. Connecting airfare to gateway city, souvenirs, some meals and any personal expenses will not be covered.

Sample Itinerary

This is only a sample Itinerary.  The final itinerary will not be available until 2-3 weeks prior to departure.  Some activities and cities may change based on the game schedule.

Day 1 - Tentatively July 5, 2024

Departure from your international airport to Rome Fiumicino airport, in Italy. Due to the time difference, arrival in Italy the following day  

Day 2

  • Arrival into the Int. airport of Rome Fiumicino airport and meeting with your bilingual tour manager who will remain with you all time long
  • Get on board on your bus and transfer to Rome downtown for a guided visit of the city with a local bilingual tour guide (Included)
  • Lunch will be on your own
  • Final transfer to your selected hotel in Rome area, check-in, dinner included and overnight (2 nights stay)

Day 3

  • Breakfast at hotel and transfer transfer to Vatican City for a guided visit of majestic Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Or Possibility to enter the Colosseum - (Tickets not included at this time) - Entrance to these attractions is subject to availability and will be determined at a later time
  • Lunch will be on your own
  • Afternoon free time at disposal for personal exploration of the area
  • Dinner will be on your own
  • Overnight at hotel

Day 4

  • Breakfast at hotel and check-out
  • Transfer Montecatini with stop for lunch in Siena along the way
  • Lunch on own followed by free time to explore Siena
  • Continue on to Montecatini Terme. Check-in at your selected hotel and overnight (2 nights stay)
  • Dinner included at the hotel

Day 5

  • Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Florence for guided tour
  • Lunch on your own and leisure time to stroll and shop around
  • Mid-afternoon transfer to a local sport center to play friendly game #1
  • Dinner on your own and overnight at hotel in Montecatini Terme

Day 6

  • Breakfast at hotel and hotel check-out
  • Departure to Cinque Terre (Five Lands), a rugged portion of coast on the West Italian Riviera. Part of its charm is the lack of visible corporate development
  • Once at La Spezia train station, you will take the local train to Levanto. You can stop along the trip for visiting one or two of the most beautiful villages of the Five Lands (train ticket is included)
  • Lunch on own
  • Not later than 2.00 pm departure by your bus from Levanto to Parma/ Collecchio area in time to play friendly game #2. Dinner at the local clubhouse is included for the whole group
  • Final transfer to your selected hotel in San Marino, the oldest Republic of the world, late arrival and check-in
  • Overnight (2 nights stay)

Day 7

  • Breakfast at hotel and possibility to  transfer to San Marino historical center leisure time to admire La Rocca and the oldest part of the city (no guided visit)
  • Alternatively, leisure time to spend in Rimini or Riccione at the seaside or to go shopping
  • Lunch on your own
  • Afternoon transfer to play exhibition game if needed
  • Dinner on your own and overnight at hotel in San Marino

Day 8

  • Breakfast at hotel and check-out
  • Departure to Venice, the romantic Lagoon
  • Once at Tronchetto parking area, private boat transfer to St. Mark’s Square in Venice and time to have lunch on your own
  • Guided visit with a local professional guide followed by time at one’s leisure
  • Dinner on your own
  • Transfer by Train to Milan for pick by your bus and final transfer to hotel

Day 9

  • Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Como for a personal exploration of the medieval city
  • Lunch on your own
  • Afternoon transfer to Milan/ Varese/Saronno area (based on teams availability) to play games of the Vittorio Pino Memorial Softball Tournament
  • Dinner at the local clubhouse for the whole group is included
  • Overnight at hotel

Day 10

  • Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Como harbor in time to get your boat cruise from Como up to Bellagio with a local tour guide on board. Enjoy!
  • Lunch will be on your own
  • Later in the afternoon, transfer to Legnano or nearby to play Finals of tournament
  • Dinner at the local clubhouse for the whole group is included
  • Overnight at hotel.

Day 11

  • Box or regular breakfast at your hotel
  • Departure to the Intl. airport of Milan in time to catch your flight back home
  • End of services. Ciao Italia!  
  • Thanks for the memories!

Standard Tour Inclusions

  • Round trip airfare from our group gateway airport (most likely JFK) – Ground packages available if you would like to arrive or depart separately from the group
  • Accommodations: Standard on most AIST tours will be 3 star superior and 4 star hotels – For budget tours we have options for hostels and university accommodations on some tours – 4 and 5 star hotels centrally located are also available if your budget will allow for it
  • Breakfast every day and dinner daily as stated in sample itinerary - Usually 3-5 dinners are included
  • Exhibition games and practice sessions - Tournament fees for the Vitoria Pina Annual tournament
  • Sightseeing and excursion – As stated on the itinerary - Excursions listed as Optional are not included in the cost
  • All Airport transfers and transportation to scheduled activities on our Private Executive Motor coach bus with driver - Bus service subject to 8/9 hours per day based on local driving laws
  • Professional AIST multi-lingual tour manager to be with your group throughout the tour
  • Uniforms for players
  • Amazing sightseeing excursions
  • Authentic cultural experience
  • Educational guided tours
  • Free time to explore on your own
  • Travel with the safety of your group
  • Experiences that last a lifetime

Friends And Family Members Of Our AIST Select Team Members

Friends and Family are always welcome to join our select team tours. The inclusions for friends and family members would be the same with exception of the uniforms and playing time of course. They will be on the bus and included in all the activities and meals the athletes are receiving. We can provide a first class tour with the group and you won’t have to worry about where to stay, how to get around or the best places to see. We will have a complete tour set up for you with a full time guide to help you get around. You’ll also have the flexibility to do your own thing if that’s what you prefer. You’ll have the option of rooming with the athlete you are traveling with or private accommodations for yourself (additional fees for private accommodations).

Important Information Regarding Friends And Family Travel:

ACCOMMODATIONS

Most of our tours will be accommodated in 3 Star Superior and 4 star hotels based on European standards. Some tours are accommodated in University or Hostel accommodations (Mostly UK Tours). You will always have a private room with your friends and family with private facilities but the accommodations may be on a lower standard than you may be accustom to. You can enjoy the experience of travel with the team or we can upgrade you on the tours with these types of accommodations for a surcharge of $50 per person, per night.

WALKING/BIKING TOURS

Most of our tours will have walking tours that require good fitness and mobility. If you require special assistance or do not think you are capable of keeping up with the group, please let us know in advance and we will accommodate you the best we can.

AIRFARE

AIST will have seats blocked for a limited number of people. Once those seats are gone we will no longer have the same fare or price guarantee. If you would like to book your trip with the group flight you will need to make a deposit that is non-refundable to reserve your seat. Please confirm with AIST in advance to make sure we still have seats available. You are more than welcome to book your own flights to meet the group abroad.

CHANGING YOUR TRAVEL DATES

Can’t make it for the whole tour? No problem, you can book your own flight to meet the team when it’s convenient for you. Please confirm with AIST that the trip is confirmed and where we will be on your arrival. We will quote you a ground package for the length of your stay.

Keep in mind that our tours are catered to the athletes and we will schedule everything around the games and tournaments as needed. We encourage the support and will do our best to make it an exciting trip for everyone involved.

Cost for Family and Friends

ROOM SIZE:

  • Single Room = 1 person - 1 Bed
  • Double Room = 2 people (Each person has own bed – or double bed may be requested but is not guaranteed)
  • Triple Room = 3 people (Twin Beds or double bed with one twin may be requested but is not guaranteed)
Cost Per Passenger Joining the AIST Athlete – Group flight included with cost below:

There are discounts available for passengers joining the tour with the athletes, depending on the destination of your tour and how many people are joining the athlete.

Discount available if deposited before November 1 prior to the summer of travel (per/person – For Summer Tours):

$250* less than the player package as long as you are in a double or triple room. If you require a single room no discount is available and a supplement to cover the single room is is added to your package cost (same cost as the athlete plus $500 for most 10 - 12 day tours).  *Does not apply to Dominican Republic or Costa Rica tours

Special arrangements can be made for you to meet the group if you do not want to stay for the entire trip.

If you have 10 or more interested in joining you, please contact us for a special price quote for the entire group.

If you are interested in joining our group please call 816.866.0632 or email us at info@aist.us to confirm we have availability.

SAMPLE PAYMENT Schedule for 10-12 day tours including airfare:

  1. Initial Deposit Due: $500 – If received before Nov 1 you will save $250 in a double or triple room (Does not apply to DR or CR tours).
  2. 5-6 Months prior to departure: $1000 plus $500 initial deposit
  3. 3-4 Months prior to departure: $1200 Plus $1500 from previous payment dates
  4. 2 Months prior to departure: All balances due

Once your place is confirmed on tour we will need your deposit and the registration form below for each passenger.

Registration: https://aist.us/registration/

Make Payment: https://aist.us/make-payment/

We look forward to having you on tour!

Steps to Join

1

Apply for Position

Fill out the position form so we can verify your position is still available.

2

Wait for Confirmation

Within 1-3 days we will contact you from info@aist.us. After you hear from us, proceed to step three!

3

Register and Deposit

If your position has been confirmed, your deadline to register and deposit will be in the email along with info on how to register and deposit! Once registration and deposit is received you are on the final roster!

Position Form

Benefits of traveling with AIST.

Our program is designed to give athletes the opportunity explore the world and learn about other cultures. Not only do you get to play a sport you love, you get to do it with others who share the same passion. Here are a few reasons to travel with AIST select teams:

  • Cultural Experience of a Lifetime
  • Personal Growth
  • Educational sightseeing excursions
  • Emersion into an unfamiliar atmosphere
  • Develop new techniques and improve skills
  • A better understanding of the world
  • New friends from around the world
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