For Expert Advice Call 01722 445900 A unique occasion deserves a unique experience. https://italian-short-breaks.co.uk/italian-short-breaks/destinations/lucca-puccini-opera-trips/puccini-delight/ Puccini Opera Festival Lucca Break 2018 Break available: 19 July - 20 August 2018 4 days A break that has something for everyone. Experience the Puccini Opera Festival in Gold Seating (top level) in scenic surroundings, overlooking the lake. Enjoy some time taking in the culture in Lucca. A visit to Puccini's House along with the Basilica and the churches, is a good way to discover this beautiful city. This year the operas include Turandot, Tosca, Madame Butterfly, La Boheme, Manon Lescaut and Il Trittico. Highlights Top Level Gold Seats at the Puccini Torre del Lago Opera Festival with private transfers 3 nights staying in the centre of Lucca in 4 star hotel Private airport transfers Flights from most UK regional airports to suit you Day by Day Itinerary DAY 1 Fly to Pisa and Private Transfer to your hotel Fly into Pisa airport from most UK regional airports. Waiting for you in the Arrivals Hall will be your private driver waiting to transfer you to your hotel (around 30mins drive). Palazzo Alexander Hotel is a 4 star hotel located in the centre of Lucca. This hotel is a perfect base while you spend time exploring Puccini s home town. Evening at leisure. page 1/5
DAY 2 Day at Leisure Day at leisure to enjoy Lucca visiting the local churches, palaces and museums. Lucca is famous for being the birth place of Giacomo Puccini and a trip to the Puccini Museum and the composer s house are recommended. But there are many other reasons to visit Lucca as well. You can take in the Renaissance-era walls which are still mostly intact, visit the Ducal and Pfanner Palaces, Villa Garzoni known for its water gardens, the Torre delle Ore (The Clock Tower) and many wonderful churches. If you want panoramic views of the town then head to Guinigi Tower, located in the middle of the town. The views are incredible and well worth the climb. Make sure you explore the city walls still largely intact. Evening at Leisure. DAY 3 Day at Leisure and Attend the Puccini Torre del Lago Festival Day at leisure to relax or explore Lucca. This evening your private driver will transfer you to Torre del Lago for the Puccini Opera Festival. Enjoy the performance from the open-air arena overlooking the lake, with your Gold (top level) seating. A beautiful setting to really transport you away! The Puccini Opera Festival 2018 runs from the 14 July to the 25 August, however, we only have availability for the following opera dates now: Turandot 21 July, 17 Aug Tosca 4 Aug Madame Butterfly 20 July, 18 Aug La Boheme 3 Aug After the opera your private transfer will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel. Header photo and photos 1, 2 and 3 opposite copyrighted to Puccini Festival Foundation. page 2/5
DAY 4 Private Transfer to the airport for your flight home At leisure until your private transfer to the airport for your flight home after your Lucca opera break. Alternatively if you want to make the most of your last day, why not spend some time exploring The Leaning Tower of Pisa en route to the airport. If however, you wanted a second city to explore and perhaps another opera, why not extend your trip to include Verona. Click here for more information. A la Carte Optional Extras Lucca - Explore Pisa and Private Airport Transfer Why not extend your last day in Lucca with a few hours to see Pisa en route to the airport. Pisa is best explored under your own steam. As well as climbing to the top of the Leaning Tower, make sure you leave enough time to visit the church and the frescoes in the buildings within the complex. Price Per Person: From 135 for 3hrs with driver waiting for you. Please note this does not include entrance tickets which vary between 15-20 per person depending on how many of the sights you want to visit. Where You'll Stay Palazzo Alexander Hotel All the rooms include original period pieces with the Junior Suites having a roof terrace with views over Lucca, along with a jacuzzi. Located in the centre of Lucca s historic district, Palazzo Alexander Hotel is within a short walk of the main sights of the town. page 3/5
Hotel Ilaria (4 Star) The hotel has a fantastic rooftop terrace complete with outdoor spa tub and sun beds, along with fine cuisine dining and a gift shop. The bedrooms all have city views and expresso makers in the room along with air conditioning, complimentary toiletries and whirlpool tub. Maison de Charme All the rooms are individually designed and have a beautiful view across the historic centre. They feature frescoes on the walls and some have wood beamed ceilings. Testimonials To say the whole event exceeded our expectations would be an understatement. Weekendalacarte arranged for everything to the letter which made this an unforgettable occasion. We would certainly recommend Weekendalacarte for the joy of going that extra mile when celebrating a special occasion. Valerie The organisation was faultless, all transfers were on time and all the admin (tickets passes etc) delivered as expected. I will have no hesitations in recommending your company to my friends and I look forward to our next business together. Wendy Price Per Person: From 1,050 What's Included? page 4/5
3 nights accommodation at 4 star Palazzo Alexander Hotel Gold Seating at the Puccini Festival with private transfers Private airport transfers Flights from the UK (includes 1 hold bag per person) Departure airports: London and most regionals Our international clients are welcome to book their own flights. 2018 Weekend a la Carte For Expert Advice Call 01722 445900 page 5/5