Palladian Grand Tour XI. Contryside

From Venice to Padova

 

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Walking in Padua discovering the fourteenth-century historic center and Prato della Valle, antique site of markets and seasonal fairs.

Towards the new perspective: the Giotto frescoes in the Scrovegni Chapel, an iconic artistic jewel in the city of Padua. Visit of the Chapel*

 

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From Padova to Euganean Thermal Area

 

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Visit to the palace of the Eugenei Hills: The Catajo Castle.

 

Villa dei Vescovi and the Renaissance in the heart of the Euganei Hills between terraces, vineyards and frescoes. Visit to the Villa.

 

The ancient knowledge of the flavours artisans in the village of Arquà Petrarca, is handed down through the sweet and fortified recipe of the “Brodo di Giuggiole”. Tasting of the typical liquor.

 

Monselice, a city closed in castle of history. Visit to the walled city and the castle.

 

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From Euganean Thermal Area to Lonigo

 

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Este, the antique feud of the Estensi, between walls, castles and luxurious palaces of the ancient lord of the Reinassance. Visit to the Carrarese Castle and the Cathedral.

 

The centuries-old tradition of the meet production, donates the unmistakable flavour of the Ham from Montagnana. Tasting of the Doc Ham from the hills.

 

Vine roots, the roots of the wine culture: tasting of  typical wines from the Berici Hills

 

First works of eternal beauty: Visit to Villa Pisani Bonetti

 

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From Lonigo to Vicenza

 

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Classical myths and modern legends captivate the traveller in the discovery of the past: visit to Villa Valmarana ai Nani

 

Goethe writes  about his Grand Tour and the timeless splendour of Villa La Rotonda on his travel notebook. Visit to the Villa.

 

Grand Tour in the artist's life: visits to the esclusive collections of the Palladio Museum between original drawings and the lifesyle in Vicenza.

 

The rebirth of Vicenza at the time of the Palladio. Guided tour of the historic center

 

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From Vicenza to Marostica

 

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Among the frescoes of the Palladian Villa in Caldogno, the tale of convivial moments of the 1500's venetian aristocracy: Visit to the Villa.

 

Villa Godi Malinverni in Lugo: visit to one of the first masterpieces designed by the Palladio.

 

Like a Lord in Marostica: aperitif at the Castle foothills.

 

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From Marostica to Asolo

 

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Angarano Villa:  Palladio at the court of the future nobilty of the empire. Villa tour

 

Stories made of grappa and spirits at the Poli Grappa Museum in Bassano: visit and tasting.

 

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From Asolo to Treviso

 

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Palladio into the Joyful Land: Visit to Villa Barbaro, masterpiece of the geniality of Maser.

 

Villa Emo: history of a Noble family of Treviso.

 

The Prosecco, the greatest classic of the Treviso area wine products. Prosecco DOCG tasting.

 

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From Treviso to Cavallino/seacoast

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The prosperous life at the Roncade Castle: among mighty walls and antique rooms, between beauty and luxuriant splendour. Visit to the castle.

 

The wine, the mirror of the soul and delicacy for the palate. The antique rural culture lives again in the modern wines of the Castle winery. Wine tasting.

 

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From Cavallino/seacoast to Venice

 

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The conversations between Palladio and his noble rich clients echoes in the secret gardens of an unusual. Venice.

 

Venetian-style rowing, the art and skill of the gondolier: a rowing lesson in the lagoon

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Departure from Venice

 

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Is to loose ourselves into the silent alleys and the festive squares, the true pleasure of discovering Venice, pearl of the Lagoon, timeless destination of every traveler. Free visit to the city.

 

Time to say goodbye

* All of the activities must be booked & confirmed with a minimum of 30 days before the departure