Palladian Villas of Veneto Vicenza
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eneto is one of Italy’s wealthiest regions, reflected in the extravagance of its grand villas and their stunning gardens. Many of the villas we visit were designed by Andrea Palladio, one of the most influential individuals in the history of western architecture. Join us as we discover no fewer than five glorious villas on our tour. The first on our list is one of the most recognisable buildings of the Renaissance - the palladian masterpiece, Villa Rotonda. The UNESCO World Heritage Site was designed for elegant entertainment and is definitely one for art lovers as it is lavishly decorated with stucco and frescoes. A short walk along a leafy lane takes us to an outstanding architectural and artistic site, the Villa Valmarana. With members of the aristocratic Valmarana family giving us personal tours and hosting dinner, this is a unique experience.
Itinerary Day 1 Upon arrival in
Baroque gardens, followed by a visit to Le Paradis des Papillons, a wonderful garden which is a haven for butterflies and birds.
Inc. Meals: Dinner only.
Inc. Meals: Breakfast & dinner.
Day 2 We are joined by a
Day 4 After breakfast, we
Venice, we visit the grand gardens of the Villa Pisani before we transfer to our comfortable hotel.
local guide for a walking tour of Vicenza’s historic city center. We continue to Villa Rotonda, where we are given a personal guided tour by the aristocratic owner. From here, we visit the Villa Valmarana and enjoy a personally guided tour followed by dinner in a room adorned with Tiepolo’s frescoes. Inc. Meals: Breakfast & dinner.
What’s Included Four nights’ dinner, bed and breakfast in the 4-star Hotel Terme Orvieto, Abano Terme (or similar) All visits as outlined in the itinerary
Day 3 We start at the Villa Barbarigo, surrounded by an exceptional example of
explore the Villa Barbaro, with its secret garden behind the villa. In the evening we visit the lustrous Villa Godi Malinverni, where we have a gala dinner, hosted by the aristocratic owners. Inc. Meals: Breakfast & dinner.
Day 5 We head for Padua
and visit the Orto Botanico (Botanic Garden) followed by the Scrovegni Chapel, with its exquisite frescoes by Giotto, before returning to the airport for our individual flights home. Inc. Meals: Breakfast only.
Comfortable coach travel throughout Services of a professional tour manager
Departures
15 September 2020
Price 5 days from
$1855
Single room supplement
$295
per person Villa Rotonda
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