From Padua: Tour to the walled town of Monselice

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4 hours (approximately)
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This experience to discover the walled city of Monselice starts from the Cini Castle, a treasure chest containing ancient weapons, chests, valuable tapestries and splendid period furnishings from all over Italy.
We will continue the discovery of the walled city of Monselice by climbing along what has been defined as the most beautiful walk in the Veneto, via del Santuario, with its famous Seven Churches which recall the Seven Basilicas of Rome and which are still a popular pilgrimage destination for devotees from from all over Europe.
There will be no shortage of panoramic points from which to admire the walled city of Monselice from above, surrounded by the splendid Villa Duodo which stands on the top of Colle della Rocca.
To complete the visit we will visit an oil mill, where the young owners will directly show you the art of oil production and involve us in a tasty tasting of extra virgin olive oil (EVO).

What's Included

Stroll on one of the most beautiful panoramic walks in the Veneto region
Visit of the medieval castle
Insurance and technical organization of a certified travel agency
Accompaniment of the Agency Local Tour Leader
Visit to an oil mill in the Euganean Hills
Roundtrip transportation to the place of departure, in the options you select
Visit the walled city of Monselice
Traditional Italian life with your local guide
Everyting not indicated

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Transfer by minivan from your hotel in Padua included. The times shown in the booking are indicative and may undergo slight variations. The agency will contact you a few days before the tour to confirm the meeting or pick-up time. It is necessary to indicate a valid contact (phone number with Whatsapp or email).

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Meeting point

You'll find your private transfer in front of your hotel.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
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    The most famous monument of the walled city is also known by the name of Castello Cini. Currently, the monument is owned by the Veneto Region, which has converted its intended use in a prestigious museum. Inside the castle area preserved a real treasure like ancient weapons, beautiful tapestries and marvellous furniture from all Italy.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
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    Villa Duodo, also known as the Villa Valier, is attributed to the architect Vincenzo Scamozzi and was built for a Venetian patrician, Francesco Duodo, circa 1592. Sited high on the rocca of Monselice, the villa, which shows Palladian influences, has two "L"-shaped blocks forming a rectangular courtyard. Near to the villa, a church dedicated to San Giorgio, which is the last and biggest church completing a "sacred route" of pilgrimage which rises from the town center to the top of the Rocca hill.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Lovivo Tour Experience

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