SOCIAL PROGRAM
Tuesday april 12th 2011
MORNING
From 9,30am until 1,00pm
The Ancient Rome
The visit will start inside the Coliseum, to know the details of the gladiators fights against lions. Afterwards, the walk will lead the group along the Imperial Forums, where we will appreciate the latest discoveries of the archeologists in the Forums of Caesar Augustus and Emperor Trajan.
Cost of the full programme (transfer from Marriott Hotel included)
euro 85 per person – minimum 20 people*
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Wednesday april 13th 2011
PAPAL AUDIENCE WEDNESDAY APRIL 13TH 10.30 AM ! PLEASE CLICK ON REGISTRATION ONLINE TO BOOK!
MORNING
From 9,30am until 1pm
The Noble Rome: visit of Doria Pamphilj Palace
One of the most important collection of old masters’ paintings still belong to a noble family: Doria Pamphilj. Masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio and Velazquez are displayed in a marvellous gallery together with precious ancient sculptures.
Lunch at Gusto Restaurant
A nice restaurant where we will taste the traditional Italian cuisine elaborated in a modern version
Alternative programme
Visit of contemporary artist studios
A special tour to discover the contemporary art scene of Rome, including the French artists who live and work in the wonderful Villa Medici (XVI century). Possibility of visiting a private collection of contemporary art in a private apartment.
DINNER
From 7pm
Private visit of the
Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums and Dinner
Extraordinary chance to visit one of the most impressive and renowned masterpiece by Michelangelo: the Sistine Chapel. We will walk along the amazing exhibition halls which display the art collection of the Pope, we will enter the private apartment of Pope Julius II, where Raphael painted special frescoes and we will end up in the Chapel painted by Michelangelo with the Universal Judgment and the famous Birth of Adam. The site is usually crowded, but we will be the only visitors. Extraordinary opening.
Visit of the Private Gardens of the Pope and St. Peter’s Basilica
A nice walk along the quiet and refined alleys of the private gardens where the Pope usually takes his pauses. After visiting the most important monument of the Vatican State we will have access to the park. Extraordinary opening.
Exclusive visit to the Vatican Museum after closing hour: dowload here the program
Morning programme: 70 euros per person*
Lunch: 35 euros per person
Evening programme: 297 euros per person before november 30th*
330 euros per person after november 30th*
Transfer from Marriott Hotel included
For the ones that join just for the evening programme, the transfer is not included.
Thursday april 14th 2011
Potted daffodils by a pond in Villa d'Este, Tivoli
MORNING
from 9,30 until 1pm
MAXXI – Museum of Contemporary Art
It is the most recent piece of architecture of Rome, newly opened in May 2010. It hosts a collection of contemporary artworks in amazing space projected by architect Zaha Hadid
Lunch at Casina Valadier
with an amazing view of Rome
Alternative programme
Excursion to Tivoli
Visit of the charming Villa d’Este, the villa of Cardinal Ippolito d’Este who decorated the mansion with tremendous frescoes and created a marvellous garden of fountains on an enchanting natural slope.
Lunch on the terrace of Villa d’Este.
AFTERNOON
Borghese Gallery
The most beautiful museum of the world, which displays the collection of Cardinal Scipione Borghese in the same way it was in early 1600. Masterpieces by Caravaggio, Bernini, Titian and the the renowned Paolina Borghese by Canova.
Full programme: 130 euros per person*
Morning programme: 80 euros per person*
Afternoon programme: 70 euros per person*
Lunch: 45 euros per person*
Transfer from Marriott Hotel included
For the ones that join just the afternoon programme, the transfer is not included.
Friday april 15th 2011
MORNING
from 9,30 until 1pm
Private visit of Colonna Palace
Private visit of the apartments and major halls of Colonna Palace, the most important private palace of Rome. We will discover the privat apartmente of Princess Sursock and the amazing gallery which is over 80 meters long and over 20 meters high. Extraordinary opening.
Colonna Palace: 80 euros per person*
Transfer from Marriott Hotel included
* Min 20 people
Ducati Caffè di Roma
Ducati Caffè di Roma
is NWAC Melting Pot!
In addition to a daily parallel session on humanities, including topics on healthy living, exercise, money management, and many other interesting topics, NWAC 2011 Rome will also feature a night entertainment spot (NWAC Melting Pot) at a fabled “Ducati Caffè” where faculty and delegates will converge for an unprecedented opportunity to make new friendships and connections and indulgence in the arts. The NWAC Melting Pot will feature nightly music performances of popular and classical music ranging from rock, blues, Italian renaissance, and classical composers, performed by some of the top professional musicians as well as by arts-oriented colleagues looking for an opportunity to share their musical skills.
Needless to say, the 2011 NWAC will take place in an incredible city - Rome. The city’s undisputed glory indulge over its seven hills, with a skyline of spires and domes casting a shadow over the inspiring ruins of antiquity. The social events will also include a private visit to the Vatican Museum, followed by an unprecedented dinner at the Museum surrounded by some of the World’s most famous masterpieces. We hope that you can join us for this one-of-a-kind event in the bloom of Spring in Rome and look forward to greeting you in Roma Bella.