Price given as an indication, including: 2nd class train from/to Switzerland on half-fare basis, 2 nights in a double room with breakfast in a 3* hotel. Prices subject to change. We will provide you with a tailor-made offer for your chosen travel dates.
Milan - Group tour
Highlights
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Visit Bergamo on an excursion from Milan. Bergamo consists of two towns: the upper town or Città alta, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with the beautiful Piazza Vecchia, the cathedral and the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore; the city center, which is connected to the old town by a funicular railroad with many museums and the Torre dei Caduti. During the day. By bus or train (40 min from Milan). With guide.
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Built in the 15th century, the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie is characterized by its 16-part dome supported by monumental arches, a masterpiece by Bramante. The famous Last Supper by Leonardo da Vinci, a 5 x 9 m mural, is located right next door in the refectory of the former monastery. It is very important to book tickets in good time, as access is limited.
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Discover the capital of Lombardy by bike. Your guide will tell you about the history of the city, take you along the crossroads and show you some unknown gems. You will not only visit the highlights in the heart of Milan, but also the high-rise district around Porta Nuova, the Navigli district and the Basilica of San Ambroso. A program full of contrasts!
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The world-famous La Scala opera house in Milan is one of the most important opera houses in the world. First-class ballets, choirs and orchestras perform on its stage. Experience unforgettable moments in this grandiose building with its fascinating atmosphere.
Travel details
Travel programm
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Day 1: Discover Milan on foot
Discover the most important sights of the city with your German-speaking tour guide: the cathedral with the walkable cathedral terrace, which offers a breathtaking view over the rooftops of the city, the Piazza della Scala, the Victor Emmanuel II shopping gallery, the old town and the Castello Sforzesco. The tour ends in Sempione Park, the green lung of Milan with green spaces, ponds and water arms, or at the impressive Arch of Peace. In the evening, explore the lively Navigli district with its numerous restaurants. Enjoy an aperitivo in "El Brellin" with its typical Milanese atmosphere.
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Day 2: Panoramic city tour and opera
City tour in a double-decker bus. You have the option of getting on and off at various stops. An original way to conquer the Lombard capital. Admire the famous fresco of the Last Supper by Leonardo de Vinci in the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie or the breathtaking skyscrapers in the new City Life district. How about an Italian specialty for lunch? Afterwards, discover the picturesque historic Brera district with its cobbled streets leading to the Pinacoteca, one of Italy's most important art museums, with your tour guide. In the evening, enjoy a cozy meal in a Milanese trattoria before attending an opera at La Scala in elegant evening attire. Milan's world-famous La Scala is one of the most important opera houses in the world.
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Day 3: Excursion to Lake Como
Meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby and take a private coach to Como. You will visit the city center on foot (including the cathedral, if there is no church service). Afterwards, discover the villas and historical personalities who have shaped the political, social and cultural life of the region on a tour of the lake. Visit Bellagio, the "Pearl of Lake Como", known for its picturesque location with a view of the Alps at the tip of the peninsula that separates the two southern arms of the lake. In Tremezzo, visit the luxury Villa Carlotta on the lake shore with its beautiful botanical garden. In the evening, return to Milan by private coach.
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Day 4: Time at leisure
In the morning, you will have time for some shopping. If you prefer a more sporty option, you can choose a tour of the San Siro football stadium with transfer by private coach or a guided bike tour. Lunch at the Pizzeria Dogana, right next to the cathedral. In the afternoon you return to Switzerland by train.
This program is a suggestion, which we can change and adapt according to your wishes.
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