It is
the most north-easterly region of Italy, neighbouring with Austria and
the new countries of Slovenija and Croatia (former Yugoslavia). The
most important town of the region is Trieste. Under austrian dominion,
Trieste was declared a free port and quickly became Mitteleuropa's
gateway to the East, giving Italy's easternmost city a cosmopolitan
air. Today, its spacious boulevards, handsome buildings and vaguely
dowdy magnificence make it something of a Vienna-By-The-Sea. Trieste
has been loved and represented by great literary figures as James Joyce,
Italo Svevo, Umberto Saba and many others). Grado in the province
of Gorizia is the favourite of many tourists who regularly return for
its sea and particularly healthy climate. A special mention worth Udine,
where are located many works of Giambattista Tiepolo. Aquileia,
declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO, was established as a Roman colony
in 181 bc. Basilica with extraordinary mosaics pavement.
Program
1 Day:
Visit of Grado, an island situated between the lagoon and the sea, and the guided visit of Aquileia an important Roman settlement and medieval seat of the Church patriarchate. Not to be missed the mosais floor of the 4th century, situated inside the magnificent Basilica.
2 Day:
Full day excursion to Trieste and Slovenja (less than 100 kms). Guided visit of Trieste and the renowned Miramare Castle with its beautiful park with plants and trees from all over the world. In the afternoon, visit of the Istrian Slovenian cities of Koper, Piran and Portoroz, small beautiful seaside resorts.
3 Day:
Full day excursion to Udine, where you can admire the numerous works of Tiepolo. In the afternoon, continue towards San Daniele del Friuli and visit of a "prosciutto" factory where you can enjoy a sampling of the famous "prosciutto"/ham. Short stop in Gemona.
4 Day:
Full day excursion to Slovenia. Visit the Postumia Grottoes with the characteristic underground small train. In the afternoon attend the famous horse show in Lipiza made by the beautiful white horses whose name origins from this small town.
5 Day: At disposal for optional excursions and departure.
IF YOU WISH TO PROLONGE YOUR STAY IN THIS AREA WE SUGGEST
YOU THE FOLLOWING:
Croatia
A full day excursions will allow you to visit the beautiful Istrian coast of Croatja, and the resorts of Pula with the roman amphitheater, the green village of Rovinj also called the "croatian St. Tropez" and Porec with many historical monuments.
Venice
Full day excursion to the unique city of Venice, built on 117
small islands, with 150 canals and 409 bridges. You could visit
the Canal Grande, the St. Mark Square with the Basilica and
the Bell Tower, the Doge's Palace and a venetian glass blowing
factory.
The
package includes
Hotel accommodation in Grado or surroundings
4 days on half-board basis (breakfast and dinner)
farewell dinner in hotel
half day local guide in Aquileia
full day tour assistant/guide for the excursion to Trieste and Slovenja
full day tour assistant for Udine/San Daniele
a prosciutto (ham) tasting
full day tour assistant for the excursion to Slovenja/Postumja Grottoes (entrances not included)
The
package doesn't include
transport, tips, lunches, drinks, entrance fees, anything not mentioned under "the package rate includes"
It is
the most north-easterly region of Italy, neighbouring with Austria and
the new countries of Slovenija and Croatia (former Yugoslavia). The
most important town of the region is Trieste. Under austrian dominion,
Trieste was declared a free port and quickly became Mitteleuropa's
gateway to the East, giving Italy's easternmost city a cosmopolitan
air. Today, its spacious boulevards, handsome buildings and vaguely
dowdy magnificence make it something of a Vienna-By-The-Sea. Trieste
has been loved and represented by great literary figures as James Joyce,
Italo Svevo, Umberto Saba and many others). Grado in the province
of Gorizia is the favourite of many tourists who regularly return for
its sea and particularly healthy climate. A special mention worth Udine,
where are located many works of Giambattista Tiepolo. Aquileia,
declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO, was established as a Roman colony
in 181 bc. Basilica with extraordinary mosaics pavement.
