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boast of having such a world famous opera house; La Scala.

1 For Expert Advice Call A unique occasion deserves a unique experience. Milan La Scala & Lake Maggiore Trip Break available: March - October 6 days Milan is one of the few cities that can boast of having such a world famous opera house; La Scala. Designed by Giuseppe Piermarini, La Scala opened its doors on the 03 August 1778 and has been enriching the world with its fantastic operatic masterpieces since. Lake Maggiore combined with a view to the Borromee Islands is the place to be for a tranquil retreat away from the city. Highlights 5 nights including 2 nights stay in Milan and 3 nights at Lake Maggiore with beautiful scenic views of the lake Attend La Scala Opera in best seats in the house Borromee Islands Day Tour Private airport and lake transfers Day by Day Itinerary Day 1 Fly to Milan and Private Airport Transfer to your hotel Fly to Milan and take your private airport transfer to your central 4 star hotel. All of the hotels we use are 4 star and centrally located so you can easily access the main sights including the duomo and La Scala Opera House. Your airport transfers are private to you, we do not believe in waiting on group transfers. Rest of day at leisure to explore. A la Carte Optional Extras page 1/7

Day 2 Day at Leisure and Attend La Scala Opera Day at leisure to explore Milan.

Alternatively why not add in one of our Optional Extras.

July 14, 17 La Bayadere Sept 08, 10 Ali Baba I Quaranta Ladroni Sept 09, 14, 21 La Bisbetica Domata Sep 12, 13 Ernani Oct 06 L histoire de Manon Oct 27, Nov 02 Elektra Nov 07, 10, 14, 18, 23 Fin de

2 Day 2 Day at Leisure and Attend La Scala Opera Day at leisure to explore Milan. You could head to the castle for the museums, take in the art in the art gallery or wander round Milan s most well known sight; the duomo. Spend some time on the roof enjoying the views over the city. Alternatively why not add in one of our Optional Extras. This evening attend La Scala Opera 2018 in your Stall seats (best in the house): Fierrabras Jun 5, 9, 12, 15, 19, 27, 30 Fidelio June 21, 25, 28, July 02, 07 Don Chisciotte July 11, 13, 16 Il Pirate July 14, 17 La Bayadere Sept 08, 10 Ali Baba I Quaranta Ladroni Sept 09, 14, 21 La Bisbetica Domata Sep 12, 13 Ernani Oct 06 L histoire de Manon Oct 27, Nov 02 Elektra Nov 07, 10, 14, 18, 23 Fin de Partie Nov 24 Ballet 2018: La dame aux camellias Jan 3, 4, 10, 13 Goldberg Variationen Jan 25, 26, 27, 30, Feb 1, 7, 9, Mar 2, 21, 22 Mahler / Petite Mort / Bolero Mar 10, 13, 16, 20, 23, 25, 27, 29, 30, Apr 5, 7 Le Corsaire Apr 20, 22, 27, May 9, 11, 16, 17 Serata Nureyev May 25, 26, 29 A la Carte Optional Extras Milan - Private Guided Duomo with Rooftop Today your private guide will meet you for your tour of the Duomo. This gothic building was built in the 5th century and took almost six further centuries to complete. The tour is not complete without a trip onto the rooftop, allowing beautiful views across the city. The roof can be accessed either by lift or stairs. Price per person: From 115 page 2/7

Milan - Private Guided Duomo with Rooftop and Last Supper Tour Today

This gothic building was built in the 5th century and took almost six

The tour is not complete without a trip onto the rooftop, allowing

Move on with your guide to Santa Maria della Grazie, the church that

This mural painting has narrowly avoided two main disasters the first

almost being destroyed during the bombing of World War II.

your hotel Private transfer to your 4 star Lake Maggiore hotel.

sides of the hotel, creating a beautiful relaxing setting, where your

3 Milan - Private Guided Duomo with Rooftop and Last Supper Tour Today your private guide will meet you and take you for a tour of the Duomo. This gothic building was built in the 5th century and took almost six further centuries to complete. The tour is not complete without a trip onto the rooftop, allowing beautiful views across the city. Move on with your guide to Santa Maria della Grazie, the church that houses the world famous Leonardo di Vinci s Last Supper painting. This mural painting has narrowly avoided two main disasters the first the paint badly fading so the figures became unrecognisable, the second almost being destroyed during the bombing of World War II. This enigmatic painting has led to speculation that it is Mary and not John sitting to Jesus right. Price Per Person: From 125 Day 3 Private Transfer to Lake Maggiore and your hotel Private transfer to your 4 star Lake Maggiore hotel. Set in Verbania where the crystalline waters of the lake flow on two sides of the hotel, creating a beautiful relaxing setting, where your stresses will melt away. Verbania has been rated the second best destination in Italy for its healthy living. A stay here and you will see why! Rest of day at leisure, or alternatively add one of our optional extras below. page 3/7

Day 4 Borromee Islands Day Tour Wander to the pier for your island hop experience surrounded by majestic Alps and beautiful scenic gardens.

In the course of the visit, you will visit and have time to explore all three of the Borromee Islands Isola Bella exploring the gardens and palace,

Do not leave your camera behind the views are breathtaking! Evening at leisure.

Built into the stone wall edge, overhanging the lake, is this charming monastery.

4 Day 4 Borromee Islands Day Tour Wander to the pier for your island hop experience surrounded by majestic Alps and beautiful scenic gardens. You will take the public panoramic boat cruise on the lake, enjoying fresh crystalline waters. In the course of the visit, you will visit and have time to explore all three of the Borromee Islands Isola Bella exploring the gardens and palace, Isola Pescatori for a lunch stop (lunch not included), and finally Isola Madre, before arriving back on the mainland. Do not leave your camera behind the views are breathtaking! Evening at leisure. Day 5 Day at Leisure Day at leisure to explore, enjoy a spa treatment at the hotel, go for a swim, or alternatively add in our Santa Caterina Optional Extra tour. A la Carte Optional Extras Lake Maggiore - Santa Caterina Monastery Tour Be taken by boat over the lake to Santa Caterina Monastery. Built into the stone wall edge, overhanging the lake, is this charming monastery. Tradition has it that the monastery was founded by Alberto Besozzi, who having survived a storm in his boat on the lake, decided to build the monastery as a offering to give thanks. Not content with this, Besozzi also ordered the construction of a chapel dedicated to St Catherine of Egypt, which can be viewed in the lower part of the church. Please note the steps up to the monastery are quite steep. Price per person: From 80 for a private boat (based on 2 people) Price per person: From 15 for a shared boat page 4/7

Lake Maggiore - Grand Majestic Hotel Spa Enjoy the hotel s

ceiling glass windows looking out on beautiful gardens and the

including facial, anti age, body and sensory treatments, along

Leisure until Private Airport Transfer for flight home At

flight home after your Milan and Lake Maggiore Short Break.

The hotel's restaurant, "L'Opéra", is open late at night, and

And, as in any aristocratic home, the rooms and suites all

5 Lake Maggiore - Grand Majestic Hotel Spa Enjoy the hotel s Wellness Centre with heated indoor swimming pool, floor to ceiling glass windows looking out on beautiful gardens and the lake. There is a sauna and a wide array of spa services including facial, anti age, body and sensory treatments, along with massages and waxing. Packages are available for him and her. Price per person: From 55 (Depends on spa treatment) Day 6 At Leisure until Private Airport Transfer for flight home At leisure until your private transfer to the airport for your flight home after your Milan and Lake Maggiore Short Break. Where You'll Stay Hotel de la Ville (SINA) - Milan (4 Star) The hotel's restaurant, "L'Opéra", is open late at night, and is the ideal setting for an after theatre meal. And, as in any aristocratic home, the rooms and suites all have their own distinct personality thanks to the use of different fabrics and decor, the fine furnishings and the marble bathroom. Grand Hotel Rosa - Milan page 5/7

True style doesn t need to shout and our

cherry wood furniture and soft fabrics as

Via Montenapoleone, the cathedral and the

famous restaurants in Milan and the perfect

Its privileged position affords it, from

There are two restaurants: the Beola, with

6 True style doesn t need to shout and our Superior rooms offer refined elegance for your vacation in Milan. You ll find light, spacious interiors, warm cherry wood furniture and soft fabrics as well as a sumptuous double bed and Italian marble bathroom. Carlton Baglioni - Milan (5 Star) It directly overlooks Via della Spiga, the most celebrated shopping street in the city. Via Montenapoleone, the cathedral and the famous La Scala theatre are situated a short distance away. The Baretto al Baglioni is one of the most famous restaurants in Milan and the perfect meeting place for the Italian and international Jet Set. Ideal for your special occasion. Grand Hotel Majestic - Lake Maggiore (4 Star) The hotel is surrounded by beautiful impeccable gardens and is immersed in peace, tranquility and silence. Its privileged position affords it, from almost every angle, breathtaking views of the splendid Borromeo Islands, the mountains and Lake. There are two restaurants: the Beola, with panoramic windows overlooking the Lake, and The Porch restaurant in the garden overlooking the Lake. Hotel La Palma - Lake Maggiore (4 Star) Enjoy a drink from the terrace with beautiful views of Stresa and the Borromee Islands. All bedrooms have air conditioning, a Jacuzzi and are designed for comfort and entertainment. All rooms have balconies or a terrace. Villa & Palazzo Aminta - Lake Maggiore (5 Star) page 6/7

You can take breathtaking trips through the mountains and lakes, romantic dinners in the refined Restaurant I Mori and even a spa.

The rooms are decorated with frescoes, and the bathrooms have a marble bath with Jacuzzi. Testimonials Everything worked very well. The Maggiore hotel was great.

Chris We had a fantastic time and everything on our visit schedule went to plan.

The seats at La Scala were perfect and the opera Don Giovanni was outstanding. It was the perfect trip to celebrate our Golden Wedding Anniversary.

7 You can take breathtaking trips through the mountains and lakes, romantic dinners in the refined Restaurant I Mori and even a spa. All rooms have a balcony with views reaching over Lake Maggiore and the Borromee Islands. The rooms are decorated with frescoes, and the bathrooms have a marble bath with Jacuzzi. Testimonials Everything worked very well. The Maggiore hotel was great. The car service was first class... The Milan hotel had an excellent location. The opera seats were great. It's hard to suggest any improvements. Chris We had a fantastic time and everything on our visit schedule went to plan. Our tour guide Alex was very informative and the tour of the Duomo and the Last Supper was most enjoyable. The seats at La Scala were perfect and the opera Don Giovanni was outstanding. It was the perfect trip to celebrate our Golden Wedding Anniversary. Diane & Wilf Price Per Person: From 1,695 What's Included? 5 nights accommodation with breakfast (Hotel de la Ville Milan), (Grand Hotel Majestic Lake Maggiore Activities as described Flights from the UK (includes 1 hold bag per person) Departure airports: Birmingham Dublin Edinburgh Gatwick Heathrow Leeds London City Luton Manchester Stansted Our international clients are welcome to book their own flights Weekend a la Carte For Expert Advice Call page 7/7

Milan La Scala Opera Break

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