E n g l i s h Q u a l i t y W e l c o m e E x c l u s i v e n e s s G r o u p c a t e r i n g s e r v i c e s o n b o a r d F r e c c e t r a i n s A
Our services Shared pleasures Pag. 3 Passenger car services Comfort Pag. 4 Tray service Tray service with travel box Exclusiveness Pag. 5 Wine & food Wine experience Exclusiveness Pag. 6 Happy hour Travel cocktails Welcome Pag. 7 Breakfast on board Welcome refreshments Sandwiches and beverages Creativity Pag. 8 Personalized services Tradition Pag. 9 Table service For schools Pag. 10 School box General terms and conditions Pag. 11 Q u a l i t y W e l c o m e E x c l u s i v e n e s s 2
Shared pleasures Travelling is walking towards the horizon, meeting each other, learning, discovering and coming back richer than when you started the journey. Luis Sepúlveda The typically Italian welcome on board Frecce trains, the wide selection of fine foods and drinks and the availability of personalized menus are the strong points of Itinere s group catering services. A school outing, an away from home sports event, a company meeting, a tourist trip etc there are many occasions for group travelling. Travelling with Itinere, will make you spend an enjoyable time due to meticulous attention to details, the accurate and stable assistance and the efficient and extensive service organization are even more important when a group travel is on the agenda. The Itinere staff in charge of the on board services of Frecce trains extremely professional in the organization of special catering services to meet your specific requests and needs. S h a r e d p l e a s u r e s 3
comfort accessories (cutlery set - napkin). Our Tray or Travel Box menus enable us to offer you a complete meal with a rapid and practical service, giving passengers the maximum comfort even when the journey is short and the group is numerous. The appointed staff will provide the service directly in the passenger car where guests may comfortably eat their meal without leaving their seat. This service is available on board all Frecce trains by forwarding a reservation request to the Itinere Group Catering office. Tray service Lunch or dinner First course, main course with side dish, dessert, fruit, bread, bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50), accessories (salt, pepper, dressing, cutlery set, napkin). 22,00 per person There are various menus to choose from in different price ranges. Breakfast Fresh croissant, breakfast rusks, fresh bread roll, butter, jam, honey, sweet biscuits, a choice of hot beverages, fruit juice, bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50), 9,50 per person The aforementioned services require the presence of 1 operator every 20 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00 Travel box service The travel box service is faster and more streamlined, as well as more economical, since it requires a smaller number of operators. In case of small groups, it is possible for the group organizer to collect the boxes from the bar car. Lunch or dinner First course, main course with side dish, dessert, fruit, bread, bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50). 19,00 per person There are various menus to choose from in different price ranges. Snacks Stuffed bread roll, sandwich, sweet biscuits, bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50). 9,00 per person The Travel Box solution makes the service faster and more streamlined and only calls for the presence of 1 operator every 40/50 passengers, according to the route. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. C o m f o r t 4
Exclusiveness This type of service is based on a selection of typical regional specialties and high-quality tastings of wines from the regions across we travel. The highly professional and attentive staff, an attention to detail and an elegant English-style service add up to create moments of authentic exclusiveness. These services are available on board all Frecce trains and may be booked by forwarding a reservation request to the Itinere Group Catering office. Wine & food tasting Platters of Italian regional cheese and cold cuts Italian, bread and breadsticks, fresh fruit salad, tastings of red and white wines, still and sparkling mineral water. 25,00 per person The service is conducted by the Itinere staff, directly in the car where the group took seat. It is necessary to considerate the presence 1 operator every 20 passenger. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. Wine EXPERIENCE Continue your gourmet experience after your journey by booking a guided tour around one of our Italian wineries A fascinating guided tour across vineyards, fermenting cellars, aging barrels and the particular historical features of each winery chosen from a number of possible itineraries. Tasting featuring some of the winery s most characteristic red and white wines, paired with local food specialities. Ask for our full winery tour programme. 20,00 per person The visit includes: welcome and transfer of the group from the arrival railway station to the winery, guided tour, tasting session, return transfer to the departure station or to a local hotel (it is necessary to give prior notice of at least 20 days), according to the tour schedule. Winery visiting hours will be agreed when booking and according to the tour schedule. Wine & Food Tasting + Wine Experience Special price 40.00 per person E x c l u s i v e n e s s 5
Exclusiveness On board all the Freccia trains, with all our exclusive services, it is possible to live a cheerful and carefree journey. This alternative and appealing services are different according to the different times of the day and to the different travel occasions. Our wide selection of fresh, sweet or savory specialties and the presence of our young and energetic staff are able to create special moments. The services are available on board all the Freccia trains, by forwarding a reservation request to the Itinere Group Catering office. HAPPY HOUR Assorted mini sandwiches, assorted stuffed mini bread rolls, Pringles crisps, savory snack, soft drinks, Berlucchi Cuvée Imperiale sparkling wine, canned beer, still and sparkling mineral water. 16,00 per person TRAVEL COCKTAIL Assorted savory pastries, bite-sized red pizzas, Pringles crisps, mixed Italian savory nibbles, Berlucchi Cuvée Imperiale sparkling wine, still and sparkling mineral water, fruit juice, Bellini cocktail /Mimosa cocktail. 14,00 per person There are various other gourmet proposals to choose from in different price ranges. The aforementioned services require the presence of 1 operator every 20 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. E x c l u s i v e n e s s 6
Welcome Our group catering services are studied to meet all requirements and travel needs. In fact, even in the case of a short journey or a large number of passengers, with this type of simple and rapid service it is possible to offer guests a pleasant welcome on board. Trolley service is carried out directly in the passenger car by appointed staff and is available on board all the Frecce trains, by forwarding a reservation request to the Itinere Group Catering office. BREAKFAST ON BOARD Fresh brioches, sweet biscuits, yogurt, a selection of hot beverages, fruit juice, still and sparkling mineral water. 6,50 per person The service requires the presence of 1 operator every 20 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. WELCOME REFRESHMENTS Sweet and savory snacks, soft drinks, fruit juices, Berlucchi Cuvée Imperiale sparkling wine, red or white wine, still and sparkling mineral water, a selection of hot beverages. from 7,00 to 8,00 per person The service requires the presence of 1 operator every 20 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. The Welcome Refreshments service may be booked for the 2nd class passenger cars. Its cost will vary according to the route. In 1st class, the service is only available in those passenger cars that have been reserved for the exclusive use of a single group, that booked in advance through the Group travel offices of Trenitalia. SANDWICHES AND BEVERAGES Stuffed bread roll, a choice of soft drinks, a choice of fruit juices, still and sparkling mineral water, coffee/coffee with individual portion of cream/decaffeinated coffee. 9,00 per person The service requires the presence of 1 operator every 20 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. W e l c o m e 7
Creativity Our organization enables us to collaborate with customers in creating a fully personalized on board catering service. In case of guests with specific requirements (people engaged in sports, celiac disease sufferers, vegetarians, vegans etc.), special menus, may be provided which are made exclusively from quality ingredients and prepared with the greatest care, may be provided. When the train is used as a location for special occasions such as company meetings, honeymoons, gala dinners, promotions and events involving the presence of highprofile guests, it is possible to extend a special welcome to passengers to make their trip a truly unique and unforgettable experience. The Itinere catering service is able to satisfy any requirement with formats specially studied to suit the type of trip and customer target. Our gourmet tasting featuring typical Italian wines and food specialties are particularly appreciated, also by foreign customers. The professional service and personal attention of our staff will accompany guests throughout their journey with an dedicated and exclusive approach. Personalized services may be booked on board all Frecce trains and charter trains reserved for the exclusive use of single groups. The choice of the service, the products and the number of staff members engaged in the service depend on the route and the number of guests, as well as on the customer s specific requirements. C r e a t i v i t y 8
Tradition With its restaurant service, Itinere offers a wide choice of menus. Dishes are inspired by regional cuisine, with specialties from all over Italy. On booking a service, customers will have a wide selection of gourmet menus to choose from. The quality of food and drinks, the courtesy of the staff and an elegant table setting make the Restaurant service even more pleasant. In case of particularly numerous groups, in-seat service can be arranged but the group may have to reserve in advance the passenger car adjacent to the Restaurant. This service is only available on board Frecciarossa trains and must be booked in advance by forwarding a reservation request to the Itinere Group Catering office. Table service Lunch or dinner A choice of first courses, a choice of main courses, a side dish, fresh bread, dessert or fresh fruit salad, a bottle of mineral water (cl. 50), espresso coffee. 25,00 per person Only the restaurant service provided in the passenger car requires the presence of 1 operator every 20 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. Breakfast Pre-packaged croissant, fresh bread, butter, jam, honey, fruit juice, yogurt, a choice of hot beverages, still or sparkling mineral water. 11,00 per person The service requires the presence of 1 operator every 15 passengers. The cost for each operator engaged in the service is 170.00. T r a d i t i o n 9
For schools On all the Frecce trains, it is possible to reserve special services for schools, no matter what the children s age is. A quick and practical catering service, thanks to the use of convenient Boxes which are handed out by the appointed staff, with solutions to suit any time of the day. The possibility to collect the box from the Bar car makes this service even more advantageous. The service will be available for those who forward a reservation request to the Itinere Group Catering office. SCHOOL BOX Lunch or dinner First course, main course, fresh bread, fresh fruit, a bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50), accessories (cutlery set napkin - glass). 15,50 per person Breakfast Pre-packed croissant, rusks, jam, sweet biscuits, fruit juice/bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50), accessories (cutlery set-napkin). 6,50 per person Snack Stuffed roll/sandwich, sweet biscuits, fruit juice, bottle of still/sparkling mineral water (cl. 50), accessories (napkin/glass). 7,50 per person The boxes may be consigned to passengers at their seat by appointed staff at the cost of 170,00 for each operator engaged in the service (1 operator every 50 passengers) or collected by group leaders at the Bar, eliminating the cost relating to the operator. F o r s c h o o l s 10
General terms and conditions Group Catering services will only be provided subject to prior booking (for a minimum number of 10 people). For bookings and inquiries Send an email to:gruppi.itinere@elior.com or phone no. 06.32.69.92.84 or send a fax to 06. 32.65.04.74 from Monday to Thursday, from 09.00 to 18.00 and on Friday from 09.00 to 15.00 Bookings must be forwarded with the following advance notice: Passenger car services: Tray service Travel box service Wine Bar tasting sessions Happy Hour Travel cocktail Breakfast on board Welcome Refreshment Sandwiches and Beverages Personalized services on board scheduled trains School Box At least 15 working days prior to the departure date. Wine Experience At least 20 working days prior to the date of the guided tour. Personalized services on board charter trains: at least 20 working days prior to the departure date. Restaurant car services: Lunch or dinner in the restaurant car Lunch or dinner in passenger car service Breakfast At least 10 working days prior to the departure date. The payment of all the services booked must be effected by bank transfer at least 10 days prior to departure date. 11
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