1Milan - Mantova - Milan
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We leave Milan for Mantua, where the day begins with a visit to the Castello di San Giorgio, an impressive medieval fortress surrounded by towers and moats, housing important artworks and historical rooms of the Gonzaga family. Inside, we explore the famous Camera degli Sposi, painted by Andrea Mantegna, renowned for its illusionistic perspective and scenes of court life, considered one of the masterpieces of the Italian Renaissance.
Lunch is free, allowing everyone to choose freely among the restaurants and cafés in Mantua’s historic center.
In the afternoon, the visit continues at Palazzo Te, the Gonzaga family’s summer residence and a masterpiece of Mannerist architecture by Giulio Romano. We will admire the elegant courtyards and the frescoed main rooms, including the famous Sala dei Giganti, where art, architecture, and theatrical scenography come together in a spectacular way.
The day concludes with the return to Milan, leaving with memories of a visit rich in history, art, and beauty.
A SHORT TASTE OF MANTUA’S ART AND HISTORY
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Discover the charms of Mantua, where medieval castles, Renaissance palaces, historic squares, and exquisite frescoed halls unveil the city’s rich heritage, artistic treasures, and timeless elegance in the heart of Lombardy.
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Begin in Milan and travel by coach to Mantua, arriving in the morning to start a guided introduction to the city’s historic center, exploring its main streets, squares, and landmarks.
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Discover the Castello di San Giorgio, a medieval fortress with towers, courtyards, and richly decorated rooms, including the famous Camera degli Sposi, where Andrea Mantegna’s frescoes showcase the life and grandeur of the Gonzaga family.
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Visit Palazzo Te, the Gonzaga family’s summer residence and a masterpiece of Mannerist architecture, admiring its elegant courtyards, grand halls, and spectacular frescoes, including the famous Sala dei Giganti.
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Conclude the cultural exploration with a return coach journey to Milan in the evening, taking home memories of Mantua’s castles, palaces, art, and Renaissance elegance.
QUOTE ON REQUEST FOR GROUPS OF MINIMUM 20 PEOPLE
THE PRICE INCLUDES
- Sightseeing ad transfers with private coach during the journey
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Public transportation tickets
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Full-day tour guide service
- Entrance fees: Entrance ticket to the Castello di San Giorgio and the Camera degli Sposi, and entrance ticket to Palazzo Te
- Guide: professional English-speaking local guide
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Tour escort
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Wireless head-phones
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Taxes: all taxes charged by local government on services which are part of the land program are included except those imposed by airports or accommodation which are subject to change
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Non-refundable administrative handling fee
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Medical assistance, baggage insurance, trip cancellation insurance, and AXA Cover Stay coverage
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
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Flight ticket to Italy, flight ticket to your city of origin
- Entry visa for Italy, if required according to nationality
- Tips to coach driver, guide and local guides will be collected by the tour escort from each participant
- Additional beverages and personal extras
- Any meals and beverages not specified in the itinerary
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Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, excess baggage charges and travel documentation
- Any local accommodation charges which must be paid locally
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Anything not expressly indicated under “The price includes”
TERMS OF PAYMENT
Bank transfer to INTESA SANPAOLO – Milan office – registered to Duomo Viaggi & Turismo iban: IT73V0306909606100000017126 (causal: A SHORT TASTE OF MANTUA’S ART AND HISTORY).
Note: The itinerary could change due to organizational reasons. Visits will be respected or substituted with others with the same value, if necessary.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
You will need a valid Passport to enter in the country. Italy require that your passport is valid for at least six months from your date of entry. It is always wise to have contact information for Embassies and Consulates for the countries you plan to visit. A complete listing of embassies can be found at http://www.usembassy.gov/. No refund will be considered valid to those in possession of a non-original or expired document.
ADVANCES AND SALE
When you book a tour, a 25% deposit is requested ( the payments will be accepted in the form of money order or credit card ). Sold must be paid, at least 30 days before departure. Travel documents will be delivered only after sold payment.
PLEASE NOTE: for those who book online, only one credit card payment is required.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Duomo Viaggi & Turismo S.p.A. is responsible for service execution but not for events beyond its control (force majeure, third-party failures). The Client is responsible for arranging and taking out appropriate travel insurance (including medical, cancellation, and baggage coverage). Duomo Viaggi & Turismo S.p.A operates in full compliance with the Italian Tourism Law and is covered by mandatory insurance policies, including Civil Liability Insurance (RC) for damages arising from the performance of the travel services and Protection in case of insolvency or bankruptcy of the organizer (Fondo Vacanze Felici), ensuring reimbursement of payments and, where applicable, repatriation of travellers. These coverages are provided in accordance with the applicable Italian legislation.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Applied percentages:
- Between client confirmation and 90 days prior to arrival: 25% penalty (i.e. the deposit)
- Between 89 and 30 days prior to arrival: 40% penalty
- Between 29 and 11 days prior to arrival: 90% penalty
- Within 10 days of arrival: 100% penalty
Penalty of 100% of the individual participation fee is also up to traveler who can’t undertake the journey for an irregularity of expected personal expatriation documents and also for the traveler who decides to interrupt the journey or stay already undertaken.
VARIOUS
CLOTHING: we recommend a clothing according to the season of travel, comfortable shoes for daily visits, a sunglasses and a small umbrella.
HEALTH STANDARDS: we recommend to get yourself some essential medicines. A person who has ongoing therapies with medicines brings sufficient quantities for the duration of the tour.
It is possible to organize private and customized guided tours, in different languages (for information and prices please contact us).
