Milan La Scala Opera Break

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1 For Expert Advice Call for Swedish and Norwegian Lapland for Iceland and Greenland A unique occasion deserves a unique experience. Milan La Scala Opera Break Break available: All year round 3 nights For those opera lovers out there, this is the Number 1 break. Every year La Scala performs a full schedule of some of the world's most adored operas ranging from Aida, Die Flendermaus and Simon Boccanegra, or go for the more dedicated operas like Don Pasquale, Fidelio or Ali Baba. There are plenty of options to choose from in your top seats in the house. No trip to Milan is complete without viewing Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper, and our trip includes a visit to this enigmatic fresco. Two culturally rewarding experiences in a four day trip! Highlights Attend La Scala Opera in the very best seats Guided Tour of Leonardo di Vinci s The Last Supper 3 nights Bed & Breakfast in a centrally located 4 star hotel Private airport transfers Flights to/from most regional UK airports Day by Day Itinerary Day 1Fly to Milan and Private Airport Transfer to your hotel Fly to Milan where your private driver will be waiting to transfer you to your hotel. This transfer is private to you so there is no waiting around for a group. All of the hotels we use are in the centre of Milan, within very easy walking distance to the Duomo and La Scala opera house. Rest of day at leisure to have a wander. page 1/5

2 Day 2Day at Leisure and Attend La Scala Opera in the very best seats Day at leisure to explore Milan. The city can be easily travelled on foot, or there is an excellent Metro system. We recommend you explore the Duomo and rooftop, before heading to Castello Sforzesco to enjoy the museums. There is a very relaxing park joined to the castle. Take a stroll to the other side of the park where you can see the Peace Arch. This was built for Napoleon when he had temporary rule over Milan. On his departure from the city, the Milanese decided the arch was far to plain and it is now intricately decorated in true Italian style! The other main sight to visit is the Pinacoteca di Brera gallery where some of the best works of art are on display. Well worth a visit! This evening head to La Scala for your night at the opera. With your tickets you have fast access without having to queue at the Box Office. Be seated in the stall seats, which are the very best seats in the house. La Scala Opera Schedule 2018: 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: Goldberg Variationen 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 Private Guided Duomo with Rooftop 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. The roof can be accessed either by lift or stairs. With the duomo being the centre-point of Milan, no trip to this Italian city is complete without a visit to this historical building. Price per person: From 115 based on 2 people. Lake Maggiore Day Trip page 2/5

3 Eescape from the city for a day by optingt for an island hop experience to Lake Maggiore, surrounded by majestic Alps and beautiful scenic gardens. You will be taken to Stresa, (around 1.5 hrs) for some time shopping, before your shared 2hr panoramic boat cruise on the lake, enjoying fresh crystalline waters. You will visit all three of the Borromee Islands Isola Madre, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Bella, before arriving back at Stresa to resume your private transfer back to Milan. Please note this is available from 01 April 20 October on Sundays only Price per person: From 80 Day 3Guided Visit to The Last Supper Head to Santa Maria delle Grazie which houses Leonardo da Vinci s famous The Last Supper fresco. This 15th century painting is one of the world most famous paintings and has led to many speculations and tales. One story goes that the monastery complained to Leonardo about the time it was taking him to finish the painting. He rather rudely wrote back to say that he had been struggling to find the perfect villainous face for Judas, and that he was now considering using the features of the prior who complained as a basis of Judas! Another claims that the loaves on the table if read from right to left reveals a hidden tune. But the most controversial story is the figure to Jesus s right. Some believe it is Mary rather than John. See up close to form your own opinion! Rest of day at leisure. A la Carte Optional Extras Second Night at La Scala Opera If you want a second night at the opera or even one night at the ballet, then schedule and availability permitting, why not add in another fantastic experience. Price Per Person: Ballet From 200 / Opera From 300 page 3/5

4 Day 4At Leisure until your Private Airport Transfer for flight home At leisure until your private airport transfer for your flight home, after your La Scala Milan break. Where You'll Stay Hotel de la Ville (SINA) 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 True style doesn t need to shout and the superior rooms offer refined elegance for your time 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 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. page 4/5

5 Reviews & Feedback Thank you for organising our trip to Milan. 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 The travel plan worked perfectly Flybe airline superb; transfers on time; Grand Rosa hotel excellent; opera & ballet voucher-to-ticket exchange smooth; La Scala theatre itself, the stall seats, help from staff, and performances, wonderful. Robert From 940 Per Person What's Included? La Scala opera tickets in the best seats in the house Guided Tour of Leonardo da Vinci s The Last Supper 3 nights with breakfast at Hotel de la Ville Private airport transfers Flights 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 for Lapland for Iceland page 5/5