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| Milano, Lombardy, Italy |
Milan is located on the plains of the River Po in the region of Lombardy in northern Italy, and is the country’s powerhouse, being the hub of the wealthy and productive north!! It is the largest city in Italy at 7.4 million, and the economic and business heart of the nation. Although Rome is the capital and administrative centre, Milan is where the financial centre lies and home of the Italian Stock Exchange. Famous as a world leader in fashion and design, the city is an exciting tourist destination as it is a busy, progressive city and a major social and cultural centre of the country. Its central location has the added benefit of easy access to some of the most popular tourist destinations of the Italian Lakes District, the Alps, Venice and Genoa!!
Having had an exciting history, the city has been left with many beautiful pieces of art and historic buildings like the Cathedral of Milan (14th to 19th century), the second largest Gothic Cathedral in the world where you can climb to the roof up a 919 step external staircase and see the awesome views of the city. South of the Duomo will be found the Palazzo Reale (the Royal Palace), or maybe have a look at the impressive Sforza Castle (14th century), which houses an art collection including works by Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Andrea Mantegna. There is also the Church and Convent of the Santa Maria delle Grazie, where you can see Leonardo da Vinci’s famous ‘Last Supper’!! Or the more recent, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, reputably the world’s first shopping mall (19th century) where you can peruse boutiques of famous labels and the most important bookshops in the city!! The Galleria is an enclosed shopping arcade with an iron and glass arched roof, which was the largest in its day, and which connects two important parts of the city, the Piazza del Duomo, where the beautiful Cathedral is located, and the Piazza della Scala, where you will find the La Scala Theatre, one of the world’s most famous opera houses!!
The city has an extensive range of social activities, many cafes and restaurants for every taste, museums and art galleries to keep everybody happy. Getting around Milan is quick and easy due to a comprehensive network of subways, buses and trams.
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Italian Lakes Discovery
8 days | In the shadows of the Swiss and Italian Alps, the Lake Como region is home to lavish villas and their magnificent gardens – European nobility, seduced by its charm, have long flocked here for holidays. Elegant and luxurious villas line the shores of the Lario River and camellias, hydrangeas and azal... |
Simple Italy
12 days |  Few places dazzle and overload your senses like Italy, where every region teases, tempts, and delivers something memorable. You’re booked to roam in Rome, Florence, Venice, and Vatican City, but to appreciate smaller pockets of pleasure, slow your roll or curb your flow by securing a relaxing gondol... |
Romantic European
20 days |  This is a leisurely and varied tour of Europe, which includes two wonderful cities of Eastern Europe, Prague and Budapest. Whether you are first time travellers to Europe or repeat visitors, you will all enjoy this great tour and with plenty of two night stays it has a more relaxed pace. After cros... |
European Vista
21 days |  If you're looking for a leisurely yet adventurous holiday around Europe then the European Vista fits the bill. 10 countries in three weeks means time to really get acquainted with each city while fantastic destinations like Lucerne, Vienna and Prague, as well as the essential Paris, Rome and Amsterd... |
European Whirl
12 days |  European Whirl visits 8 countries in 12 days. See the sights of Belgium, Holland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, France & the United Kingdom. The famous and beautiful cities of Amsterdam, Innsbruck, Venice, Rome, Florence, Lucerne and Paris with all the hidden wonders in between. You'll drive... |
Italian Escapade
13 days |  This popular tour suits both the first-time and the seasoned traveller who want a well paced and in depth tour of just one country. Italy has so much to offer in history, art and architecture not to mention the shopping. With only one, one night stay in Assisi the tour gives you plenty of time to ... |
European Spotlight
11 days |  This tour appeals to the first-time visitors to Europe and gives a good introduction to Holland, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and a little bit of France. There are two night stays in Amsterdam, Venice, Lucerne and Paris. Relax on a scenic cruise along the Rhine River, spend time in Heidelberg bef... |
Best of Italy
13 days | Come find out what makes this country a must-see destination for travellers all over the world! The ever-popular Rome and impressive Colossuem, romantic Venice with its charming backwaters, pretty Florence with its endless Renaissance art and the sunny Italian coast all await you.
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European Inspiration
19 days |  Be inpired with Contiki's European Inspiration tour, travel through the Netherlands by bicycle to the cheese village of Edam. Drive through the northern most regions of Germany to see the 'Checkpoint Charlie' Museum before jumping straight into the Czech Republic and the medieval capital Prague. Dri... |
Italian Mosaic
13 days |  This classic Italian holiday is our most popular, with departures throughout the year. Two-night stays in Rome, Florence, Lake Maggiore**, Venice, and Sorrento, plus one night in St. Francis’ Assisi, offer plenty of time to visit the main sights with a Local Guide. Discover St. Peter’s, the Sistine ... |
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