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Puccini Opera Festival Lucca Break 2018

Break available: Sold out 4 days

A break that has something for everyone. Experience the PucciniOpera Festival in Gold Seating (top level) in scenic surroundings,overlooking the lake. Enjoy some time taking in the culture inLucca. A visit to Puccini's House along with the Basilica and thechurches, is a good way to discover this beautiful city. This yearthe operas include Turandot, Tosca, Madame Butterfly, LaBoheme, Manon Lescaut and Il Trittico.

 

Highlights

● Top Level Gold Seats at the Puccini Torre del Lago OperaFestival with private transfers

● 3 nights staying in the centre of Lucca in 4 star hotel● Private airport transfers● Flights from most UK regional airports to suit you

Day by Day Itinerary

DAY 1Fly to Pisa and Private Transfer to your hotel

Fly into Pisa airport from most UK regional airports. Waiting for you in the Arrivals Hall will be your private driver waiting to transfer you toyour hotel (around 30mins drive).

Palazzo Alexander Hotel is a 4 star hotel located in the centre of Lucca. This hotel is a perfect base while you spend time exploring Puccini’shome town.

Evening at leisure.

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DAY 2Day at Leisure

Day at leisure to enjoy Lucca visiting the local churches, palaces and museums.

Lucca is famous for being the birth place of Giacomo Puccini and a trip to the Puccini Museum and the composer’s house are recommended.But there are many other reasons to visit Lucca as well.

You can take in the Renaissance-era walls which are still mostly intact, visit the Ducal and Pfanner Palaces, Villa Garzoni known for its watergardens, the Torre delle Ore (The Clock Tower) and many wonderful churches.

If you want panoramic views of the town then head to Guinigi Tower, located in the middle of the town. The views are incredible and wellworth the climb.

Make sure you explore the city walls still largely intact.

Evening at Leisure.

DAY 3Day at Leisure and Attend the Puccini Torre del Lago Festival

Day at leisure to relax or explore Lucca.

This evening your private driver will transfer you to Torre del Lago for the Puccini Opera Festival. Enjoy the performance from the open-airarena overlooking the lake, with your Gold (top level) seating. A beautiful setting to really transport you away!

The Puccini Opera Festival 2018 runs from the 14 July to the 25 August, however, we only have availability for the following operadates now:

Turandot –  21 July, 17 Aug

Tosca – 4 Aug

Madame Butterfly – 20 July, 18 Aug

La Boheme – 3 Aug

After the opera your private transfer will be waiting to transfer you back to your hotel.

Header photo and photos 1, 2 and 3 opposite copyrighted to Puccini Festival Foundation.

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DAY 4Private Transfer to the airport for your flight home

At leisure until your private transfer to the airport for your flight home after your Lucca opera break.

Alternatively if you want to make the most of your last day, why not spend some time exploring The Leaning Tower of Pisa en route to theairport.

If however, you wanted a second city to explore and perhaps another opera, why not extend your trip to include Verona. Click here for moreinformation.

A la Carte Optional Extras

Lucca - Explore Pisa and Private Airport Transfer

Why not extend your last day in Lucca with a few hours to see Pisa en route to the airport. Pisa is best explored under your own steam. Aswell as climbing to the top of the Leaning Tower, make sure you leave enough time to visit the church and the frescoes in the buildings withinthe complex.

Price Per Person: From £135 for 3hrs with driver waiting for you. Please note this does not include entrance tickets which varybetween €15-20 per person depending on how many of the sights you want to visit.

Where You'll Stay

Palazzo Alexander HotelAll the rooms include original period pieces with the Junior Suites having a roof terrace with views over Lucca, along with a jacuzzi.

Located in the centre of Lucca’s historic district, Palazzo Alexander Hotel is within a short walk of the main sights of the town.

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Hotel Ilaria (4 Star)The hotel has a fantastic rooftop terrace complete with outdoor spa tub and sun beds, along with fine cuisine dining and a giftshop.

The bedrooms all have city views and expresso makers in the room along with air conditioning, complimentary toiletries andwhirlpool tub.

 

Maison de CharmeAll the rooms are individually designed and have a beautiful view across the historic centre. They feature frescoes on the walls andsome have wood beamed ceilings.

 

TestimonialsTo say the whole event exceeded our expectations would be an understatement. Weekendalacarte arranged for everything to the letter whichmade this an unforgettable occasion. We would certainly recommend Weekendalacarte for the joy of going that extra mile when celebrating aspecial occasion.

Valerie

The organisation was faultless, all transfers were on time and all the admin (tickets passes etc) delivered as expected…. I will have nohesitations in recommending your company to my friends and I look forward to our next business together.

Wendy

Price Per Person: From £1,050

What's Included?

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● 3 nights accommodation at 4 star Palazzo Alexander Hotel● Gold Seating at the Puccini Festival with private transfers● Private airport transfers● Flights from the UK (includes 1 hold bag per person)

Departure airports:London and most regionals

Our international clients are welcome to book their own flights.

2018 Weekend a la Carte

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