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ITALy TO THE ADRIATIC
Lake Garda & the Verona Opera Festival
8 days from £719
Lake Garda
" Two performances under the stars " Visit beautiful Mantua " Unspoilt resort on the lake " Ticket upgrades available
Performance of Aida in the Arena di Verona
Included excursion
" Mantua
Meal arrangements
4 nights half board and 3 nights bed and breakfast
Also included
" The services of an experienced
Page & Moy Tour Manager
Relax amidst the beautiful surroundings of Lake Garda before you head to Mantua, the setting for Verdis Rigoletto. As evening falls, take your seat in Veronas Roman amphitheatre and enjoy the drama that unfolds in two operas on the stage of the ancient Arena.
THE OPERAS Nabucco Verdis stirring tale of King Nabuccos tyranny against the Hebrews and his subsequent betrayal by a power-hungry daughter. Aida Verdis spectacular and dramatic tale of Aida and Radames tragic love is a Verona classic. Tosca Tosca tells of a beautiful opera singer who finds herself torn between the painter she loves and the loathsome chief of police who holds her lovers fate in his hands. Filled with appalling treachery, murder and unbreakable love, the opera captures the events of a mere 17 hours amid the political turmoil of 19thcentury Rome. Carmen revolves around a soldier, Don Jose, driven crazy with jealousy by a gypsy woman, Carmen. Rigoletto The plot centres around the court jester, Rigoletto, his daughter Gilda, and the womanizing Duke of Mantua who has set his sights on Rigolettos lovely daughter. A powerful tale of lust, love, revenge and heartbreak. ITINERARy DAy 1 UK/Gargnano We fly to Verona where the Tour Manager will meet us for the transfer to Lake Garda and Gargnano on the western shores of the lake. A Mediterranean climate, relaxed pace of life and colourful natural beauty make for a delightful holiday base. We stay here for seven nights, with dinner included on four evenings. DAyS 2 7 Lake Garda You are free to enjoy your surroundings in Lake Garda. It is just a ten-minute walk down to the lakefront and the villages stylish little port from the hotel. The walks in the surrounding hills and olive groves afford some truly spectacular views. Your Tour Manager will be happy to give you suggestions and you may also like to join our range of optional excursions. One excursion is included during your stay. Mantua: the setting for Verdis Rigoletto (¾ day) At the heart of the beautiful mediaeval city is the Old Town and the imposing Ducal Palace. We enjoy a tour of the town in the company of a local guide followed by free time for you to make your own discoveries. On opera evenings, your Tour Manager will take you by coach to Verona. Unfortunately it is not possible to park close to the arena and so it is necessary to walk, which takes approximately 10-15 minutes. DAy 8 Lake Garda/UK We transfer to Verona for the homeward flight. yOUR HOTEL Hotel Meandro (3-star), 7 nights (4 nights half board, 3 nights bed and breakfast). The charming Hotel Meandro offers a panoramic restaurant with magnificent views over the lake, a covered swimming pool, sauna, sun terrace and garden. The guest rooms all have balconies facing the lake, satellite TV, telephone, minibar, safe, air-conditioning and hairdrier.
" Tickets for two performances as described
Departure Dates & Prices
Holiday Number: EEITLGV 2008
26 June 10 July 24 July 7 August 14 August Performances Tosca (Fri) Aida (Fri) Carmen (Fri) Aida (Fri) Carmen (Fri) Price Per included Aida (Sat) Carmen (Sat) Aida (Sun) Rigoletto (Sat) Aida (Sun) Person £719 £749 £789 £789 £789
Deposit £150 per person Prices are based on the shared occupancy of twin or double rooms with private facilities.
Supplements per person
Twin rooms for sole occupancy £150 Ticket upgrades: see box opposite Holiday Insurance please see page 74 Please see pages 69-72 for details of items not included in the holiday price and our price policy.
TICKET PRICES
Ticket Upgrades Subject to availability, your holiday includes tickets for seats in the steps areas. However, it should be possible to upgrade at the following supplements: Numbered steps £55 Sunday - Thursday £60 Friday/Saturday Poltrone numerate £70 Sunday - Thursday £75 Friday/Saturday
Travel Arrangements
Scheduled flights by British Airways between London Gatwick and Verona; departing at 0835h and arriving back at 1340h. For details of airlines and approximate flight timings please see page 73.
Transfers
Transfer time from the airport to your hotel is approximately 40 mins.
Make your own way
Save £150. Please see page 3 for further details.
Please note: These prices are per person per performance. Should you wish to upgrade, you must do this for both performances. numbered seats in the " Poltrone numerate or in the first section of centre of the Arena steps as shown. steps " Numberedthe steps.numbered seats in the first section of unnumbered places on " Steps where the acoustics are the steps of the Arena excellent.
The Arena di Verona
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