Riviera Travel Hidden Italy

– 5nts in 4* accommodation
– Return flights and transfers
– Programme of daily tours & visits
– Selected Meals: Daily breakfast
– Services of an expert tour manager
– Checked luggage

– Stay in medieval Castelfranco
– Sample grappa in its town of origin, Bassano del Grappa
– Tour Villa Sandi

Day 1 – Castelfranco Veneto
Fly to Italy, and transfer to Castelfranco where you’ll check into your hotel.

Day 2 – Padova
Head to the city of Padova. Known for its university, its home to magnificent architecture, including the Baptistry of the Duomo, the Loggia della Gran Guardi and the Basilica Sant’Antonio. Spend some time exploring the city before returning to the hotel

Day 3 – Vicenza
Journey southwest to Vicenza, where a guided tour through its historic centre, seeing its many renaissance-era buildings. In the afternoon, take advantage of a complimentary museum card to get free entry to the many world-class attractions here.

Day 4 – Mantova or Parco Sigurta
Today’s adventure brings you to the medieval city of Mantova. Take a guided tour in the morning followed by some free time to wander the cobbled streets and relax. In the afternoon, you have the choice to visit the immense Palazzo Ducale or the Parco Sigurta Gardens.

Day 5 – Bassano del Grappa & Villa Sandi
Visit the enchanting city of Bassano del Grappa, which sits on the river Brenta. The city is known for its earthenware and the drink, grappa. Taste some grappa during a tour of a local distillery museum where you learn about the fascinating process. After lunch at leisure, drive to Valdobbiadene, one of the most prestigious Prosecco-producing area. Here, you’ll visit Villa Sandi and see its network of tunnels that is now used as a wine cellar. You’ll then tour the villa itself

Day 6 – Return Flight
Today at the appropriate time, transfer to the airport for your flight home

Albergo Roma, Castelfranco Veneto
Perfectly positioned just opposite the walled historic centre of Castelfranco Veneto and the lively market square, the four-star Albergo Roma offers marvellous views of the medieval ramparts and impressive tower.

Fact File

• Currency: Euro
• Flight time: Approx. 2 hrs 20 mins
• Language: Italian
• Time zone: GMT+1
• Country: Italy

Visa Information

UK Citizens do not require a visa to enter Italy however must have a valid passport.

*All transfer times listed here are approximate and dependent on traffic.