From Padua: Tour to the walled town of Monselice

5.0 (4 reviews) Padua, Italy
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Duration4h
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LanguagesGerman, English, Italian
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This experience to discover the walled city of Monselice starts from the Cini Castle, a treasure chest containing ancient weapons, chests, valuable tapestries and splendid period furnishings from all over Italy.
We will continue the discovery of the walled city of Monselice by climbing along what has been defined as the most beautiful walk in the Veneto, via del Santuario, with its famous Seven Churches which recall the Seven Basilicas of Rome and which are still a popular pilgrimage destination for devotees from from all over Europe.
There will be no shortage of panoramic points from which to admire the walled city of Monselice from above, surrounded by the splendid Villa Duodo which stands on the top of Colle della Rocca.
To complete the visit we will visit an oil mill, where the young owners will directly show you the art of oil production and involve us in a tasty tasting of extra virgin olive oil (EVO).

What's included

  • Insurance and technical organization of a certified travel agency
  • Stroll on one of the most beautiful panoramic walks in the Veneto region
  • Visit of the medieval castle
  • Accompaniment of the Agency Local Tour Leader
  • Visit to an oil mill in the Euganean Hills
  • Roundtrip transportation to the place of departure, in the options you select
  • Visit the walled city of Monselice
  • Traditional Italian life with your local guide
  • Everyting not indicated

What to expect

  1. Castello di Monselice
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The most famous monument of the walled city is also known by the name of Castello Cini. Currently, the monument is owned by the Veneto Region, which has converted its intended use in a prestigious museum. Inside the castle area preserved a real treasure like ancient weapons, beautiful tapestries and marvellous furniture from all Italy.
  2. Villa Duodo, Balbi Valier
    1h
    Villa Duodo, also known as the Villa Valier, is attributed to the architect Vincenzo Scamozzi and was built for a Venetian patrician, Francesco Duodo, circa 1592. Sited high on the rocca of Monselice, the villa, which shows Palladian influences, has two "L"-shaped blocks forming a rectangular courtyard. Near to the villa, a church dedicated to San Giorgio, which is the last and biggest church completing a "sacred route" of pilgrimage which rises from the town center to the top of the Rocca hill.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Transfer by minivan from your hotel in Padua included.

The times shown in the booking are indicative and may undergo slight variations. The agency will contact you a few days before the tour to confirm the meeting or pick-up time. It is necessary to indicate a valid contact (phone number with Whatsapp or email).

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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