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Day 1
Milan Milan is the social and fashion capitol of Italy. There is nowhere better in the world for people watching and picking up fashion tips, as the most famous designers on the globe have their headquarters here. Milan also has the cultural treasures you'd expect of an Italian city. The Duomo is the world's third largest Catholic church; a fantastically ornate Gothic conception that sits in the centre of the city. Piazzas and art galleries boast sculptures and canvases from the most famous Italian artists of the Renaissance. And the reason many people flock to the city, is just a single painting - Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper. A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other information that we think may be useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival. You will be met at Milan Malpensa (or Linate) International Airport and transferred by private car to the five-star Carlton Hotel Baglioni in Milan. Milan is world famous for its shopping! Begin your shopping discovery in the heart of the luxury shopping area in Milan: Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga and Via Sant'Andrea, elegant streets that together with Via Manzoni, Via Borgospesso and Via Santo Spirito are the outer limits of the famous Fashion Quadrilatero. This area contains the most prestigious boutiques and showrooms in the world, full of minimalist design and high tech. Why not treat yourself to a fine dining experience this evening. Restaurants that you may like to consider are Sadler, Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia (2 Michelin stars), Cracco (2 Michelin stars), El Brellin or Dolce & Gabbana’s Restaurant Gold. Upon request alternative accommodation can be arranged at: Four Seasons Hotel 5*, Park Hyatt Milano 5*, The Gray 5*, Bulgari Hotel 5*, Town House Galleria 7*. The Hotel Baglioni is located in heart of Milan’s fashion area, a stone’s throw from both Via Senato and Via della Spiga. Baglioni Hotels are famous for their class and style and tradition and the Milan propery is no exception. Every room is personalised with unique furnishing elements such as Italian furniture, silk tapestry, Murano hand-blown chandeliers and carpeted or parquet flooring. Each room is equipped with a coffee table, writing desk, flat-screen satellite television and free high speed wired and wireless Internet access. The bathrooms are spacious and typically decorated with original marble. The Baretto al Baglioni is a legendary, historic restaurant in Milan, that was transferred from its original location on Via Sant’Andrea to its now illustrious “host”, the Carlton Hotel Baglioni. It feels like being in an English club house at the beginning of the twentieth century,with antique wooden friezes, and elegant furnishings. Overnight at Hotel Baglioni (5*). |
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Day 2
Milan After breakfast, you will be picked up at your hotel and transfered to an exclusive location for the departure of your Ferrari Tour. You can sip on a morning coffee as you are briefed by your private Tour Director, an expert Ferrari driver, who will introduce you to the world of Ferrari and clarify the finer details of the controls, explain the differences between the various models (Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano, Ferrari 430 Scuderia, Ferrari F430 Spider, Ferrari California and Ferrari 458 Italia), the peculiarities of the engines (8-cylinder or 12-cylinder) and most importantly, give guidance on how to handle the F1 paddle-gear shifting behind the steering wheel. After a short Ferrari practice-drive, you will leave by Ferrari heading towards Como Lake. Your Tour Director will lead the way at the wheel of his Alfa Romeo , guiding your Ferrari along the panoramic roads of one of Italy’s most beautiful lakes. During the whole journey, the Ferrari and the Tour Director’s Alfa Romeo will be constantly in touch by mobile radio system. Enjoy the pleasant drive along the panoramic and enchanting roads of the Como Lake. Take a mid-morning break in Cernobbio, an elegant touristic village known worldwide for its villas, for a drink at the glamorous Villa d’Este. Set on the shores of Como Lake, Villa d’Este is located in one of the most important crossroads between Italy and Northern Europe. Upon your approach into Bellagio you will notice its many suburbs scattered on the hills overlooking both the southeastern and southwestern branches of Como Lake. Enjoy lunch at leisure in town. Suggestions include La Terrazza, and Mistral at Villa Serbelloni (1 Michelin star). Fully sated, depart back towards Lecco along the scenic roads of Como Lake. Discover the picturesque and breathtaking panorama offered by the Lake, enriched by pure driving pleasure on an amazing succession of wonderful sights! During the return trip to Milan, take a break in the pretty town of Lecco for a short visit. The town is perhaps best known for the famous scene that inspired “The Betrothed”. At days end (approx. 6pm) you will return to Milan and be transferred to your hotel. Overnight at Hotel Baglioni (5*). |
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