100th Arena Di Verona 2023
Verona’s internationally renowned Opera Festi- val is known internationally as one of the most spectacular in the world.
Each year, operas are magnificently staged in the
awe-inspiring ancient
Roman amphitheatre known as
the Arena di Verona. The festival has previously hosted some of the world’s greatest opera singers and our 2023 tour includes two
fabulous performances; an
unforgettable evening with Teatro alla Scala on 31 August and Madama Butterfly on the 02 September.
Explore the enthralling city of Romeo and
Juliet and take a journey by boat across stunning Lake Garda. Marvel at the architectural gems in Verona’, the city of Romeo and Juliet.
Admire the scenery of Lake Garda as we take an excursion to the characteristic town of Peschiera and harbour town of Sirmione.
Group Travel Arrangements
Day 1 – 30 August 2023
Your tour will start with a morning flight to Milan. On arrival, meet your local guide for private coach transfer to the 4* Hotel Leon D’Oro in Verona. (approx 1 hour 20 min transfer).
Your hotel: The 4* Hotel Leon D’Oro is located an approximate 1.5 km from Piazza Bra square and the Arena di Verona and is just a 15-minute walk from the historic centre. Hotel facilities include a lounge bar and restaurant.
A welcome drink will be served at check-in to allow you get to know your fellow travellers.
Day 2 – 31 August 2023
Today, join your local guide for a 2-hour walking tour of historic Verona. Admire the Arena di Verona, explore the UNESCO-listed historical centre and learn about Verona’s architectural gems.
Verona is located in the heart of the province of Veneto. The fascinating city with its thousand-year history has become famous around the world for the legend of Shakespeare’s masterpiece: Romeo and Juliet.
Roman remains, medieval traces, Venetian and Austria-Hungarian testimonies can be found in ancient palaces, on squares, bridges and beautiful churches.
Afternoon at leisure for independent sightseeing.
In the evening, transfer with your guide to the Piazza Arsenale where a walk through the beautiful streets in Verona’s old town leads you directly to the restaurant close to the famous Piazza Brá.
Enjoy a pre-opera dinner before taking your seat in the Arena di Verona for the musical highlight; a performance by Teatro alla Scala.
Performance start time: 21:00
After the performance, return transfer from Arena di Verona / Piazza Arsenale to your hotel
Day 3 – 01 September 2023
Today, visit the largest lake in Italy, Lake Garda, on a half-day excursion from Verona visiting Peschiera and picturesque harbor town of Sirmione.
Peschiera, one of Lake Garda’s most characteristic towns, lies at the bottom of the Veronese coast, at a point where the waters of Lake Garda flows into the River Mincio where the first settlements date back to the Bronze Age.
As part of the tour, we take a lake cruise from Peschiera del Garda to the beautiful harbor town of Sirmione.
A wide moat separates Sirmione’s traffic-calmed old town from the mainland, which stretches for four kilometers into Lake Garda. Next to the only bridge in town there is the beautiful moated castle and the romantically winding, colorful old town makes this a stunning Italian town. Visit a traditional winery in the Vineyards of Lake Garda and af- terwards return to Verona.
Evening at leisure.
Day 4 – 02 September 2023
Day at leisure
In the evening, transfer with your guide to the Piazza Arsenale where a short walk through the beautiful streets in Verona’s old town leads you directly to the restaurant close to the famous Piazza Brá. Enjoy a
pre-opera dinner before taking your seat in the Arena di Verona for the operatic highlight of the tour; Puccini’s Madama Butterfly.
After the performance, transfer from Arena di Verona / Piazza Arsenale to your hotel
Day 5 – 02 September 2023
Check out of your hotel. Transfer with your guide toMilan airport for
your return flight.
(Please note that flight and tour timings are subject to change).
Price Includes:
Return flights from Dublin
Four nights bed and breakfast in the 4* Hotel Leon D’Oro in Verona
Walking tour of Verona. Admire the Arena di Verona, explore the UNESCO-listed historical centre and learn about Veronas architectural gems
Excursion to Lake Garda visiting Peschiera, one of Garda’s most characteristic towns and lake cruise to Simione, finishing with a visit to a traditional winery for a wine tasting with italian specialities.
Pre-opera dinner on two evenings.
Two evening performances
Coach and guide tas outlined throughout itinerary.
Price per person sharing €1597, single supplement €129 To Book Call us on (01) 888 7840