Venice and Villas of the Vento

Venice and Villas of the Vento

9 days from only £569

New for 2012, enjoy a voyage of discovery to the beautiful Vento region of Italy and the capital city of Venice. Explore this culturally-rich area including the majestic Dolomites and the traditions behind the production of Prosecco and Grappa. 

Holiday highlights
• Explore beautiful Venice
• Cortina d'Ampezzo & the Dolomites
• Prsecco tasting at Villa Sandi
• Bassano del Grappa & grappa tasting

Optional excursions
• Treviso & Venetian villa visit
• Ancient Padua & the Villa Pisani
• Optional Venice walking tour 

Holiday itinerary
Day 1 Depart UK - We travel from Dover to Calais and onwards overnight into Italy.
Day 2 Arrive Treviso - We reach the Vento town of Treviso, where we send the next six nights at the 4* Villa Pace - Park Hotel Bologenese. (D)
Days 3 to 7 Treviso - At leisure to relax in the surrounds of the Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese or to explore this wonderful Vento region of Italy on our included excursions. Take the opportinity to discover Venice and the Dolomites.(B,D)
Day 8 Depart Treviso - We commence our homeward journey northwards through Italy and into France travelling overnight. (B)
Day 9 Northern France to UK - From Calais to Dover and then home.
Included Meals: B=Breakfast, D=Dinner

Included excursions 
Full day Venice - Explore the living masterpiece which is Venice, where narrow cobbled streets and winding canals open out onto delightful squares. Enjoy a spot of people-watching in the impressive St Mark's Square or choose to enjoy an optional guided walking tour.
Full day Cortina d'Ampezzo and the Dolomites - The stylish resort of Cortina d'Ampezzo is perhaps the most exclusive resort of the Dolomites. Relax and enjoy the awe-inspiring scenery of these towering peaks. 
Full day Prosecco & Grappa - Enjoy a combination of prosecco and grappa! We visit the famous Villa Sandi to discover the tradition of the sparkles behind prosecco and then continue to the picturesque town of Bassano del Grappa to taste the local grappa produce.

Villa Pace, Park Hotel Bolognese
Located in the heart of the Vento region the Villa Pace - Park Hotel Bolognese exudes the charm of an ancient Venetian Villa. The hotel is set in extensive Italian parklands and has very good leisure facilies. 
• All bedrooms have private facilities, LCD satellite television, Wi-Fi internet access, a direct dial telephone, a minibar and safety deposit box
• Comfortable lounges and bar area
• Restaurant serving buffet breakfast and dinner with a choice of main course and included glass of wine and mineral water
No. of rooms: 95 Lifts: 1 Official rating: 4 stars

• Free welcome drink
• Free daily tea and biscuits
• Free entrance to the solarium, sauna and turkish bath

Whats included by coach
• 6 nights half board, 2 nights overnight travel
• 3 included excursions