Day Trip from Milan: Mantua and its highlights - private tour

Milan, Italy
Duration8h - 9h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

From the Middle, Lower and Upper Lakes that the Mincio River creates near Mantua, just follow the call of the Domes of the Doge's Palace to enter the city: a world out of time. It was designed by the Gonzaga family, together with the greatest artists of the time. Palazzo Te, just outside the door, is the leisure villa designed by the great architect Giulio Romano. Unmissable the complex of Palazzo Ducale with marvellous frescoes which celebrated the dinasty of Ludovico II. Spend about 3 hours with your private guide wandering through the best corners of the city! A stop for lunch is included during the day. ( at your own expense )

What's included

  • Transportation at disposal by deluxe vehicle and English speaking driver from/to Milan
  • Admission tickets to Palazzo Ducale
  • English speaking guide ( 3 hours in Mantua )
  • Admission entrance not listed
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Mantua
    4h
    It is one of the most beautiful cities in Lombardy, rich in art and culture.
    Located in the Bassa Padana, Mantua stands on the bank of the Mincio river, at the point where its waters form a deep loop, which embraces the city and creates Lake Superiore, Lake Mezzo and Lake Inferiore.
  2. Palazzo Ducale di Mantova
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Among the first things to see there is Palazzo Ducale and its 500 frescoed rooms decorated by artists such as Giulio Romano, Raffaello and Mantegna. With the numerous buildings connected by corridors and galleries, courtyards and gardens, this beautiful place resembles a real city-palace that covers about 35 thousand square meters.
  3. Duomo - Cattedrale di San Pietro
    15m
    Among the religious places to visit, the Duomo (or Cathedral of San Pietro), with the Romanesque bell tower, the Gothic right side and the neoclassical facade is unmissable.
  4. Basilica di Sant'Andrea di Mantova
    20m
    designed by Leon Battista Alberti, houses works of art by Mantegna, Correggio and Giulio Romano.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We do provide pick-up transportation from all the hotels, B&B and facilities in Milan city centre.

Additional information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Not recommended for travelers with mobility impairments

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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