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    Italian Renaissance: In the Footsteps of Italian Masters, Art and Architecture

    Italian Renaissance: In the Footsteps of Italian Masters, Art and Architecture
    Starts from

    Venice

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Activities

    50

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    378 mi

    Guide details

    Starts from

    Venice

    Transportation

    By Car

    Guidance

    Self-Guided

    Duration

    4 days

    Length

    378 mi

    • History and Culture
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    Kasia Chojecki

    Kasia Chojecki

    Travel Expert

    • Experience the beauty of the Italian countryside.
    • Admire the work of Italian masters.
    • Explore less-travelled Renaissance towns.
    On this trip, you'll follow in the footsteps of Italian masters as you explore the breathtaking architecture and masterpieces of the Renaissance. You'll tour some of the smaller and less visited towns that played a vital and influential role in the Renaissance movement. Get your cameras ready because you'll need them to explore the stunning churches, palazzos and museums while indulging in the local flavors.
    Take this road trip to experience Italy's golden age of art, music, literature and architecture, which left a lasting legacy and influence on the world. You'll travel to the towns of Palmanova, Verona, Mantua, Ferrara, Bologna and Urbino. Each town you'll explore has its own style and appeal that will leave you wanting more. The trip ends in Florence, the heart of the Renaissance.

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    • History and Culture
    On this trip, you'll follow in the footsteps of Italian masters as you explore the breathtaking architecture and masterpieces of the Renaissance. You'll tour some of the smaller and less visited towns that played a vital and influential role in the Renaissance movement. Get your cameras ready because you'll need them to explore the stunning churches, palazzos and museums while indulging in the local flavors.
    Take this road trip to experience Italy's golden age of art, music, literature and architecture, which left a lasting legacy and influence on the world. You'll travel to the towns of Palmanova, Verona, Mantua, Ferrara, Bologna and Urbino. Each town you'll explore has its own style and appeal that will leave you wanting more. The trip ends in Florence, the heart of the Renaissance.
    Kasia Chojecki

    Kasia Chojecki

    Travel Expert

    • Experience the beauty of the Italian countryside.
    • Admire the work of Italian masters.
    • Explore less-travelled Renaissance towns.

    Travel itinerary

    From an Ideal Renaissance City to the Home of Wealthy Merchants and the Nobility
    14 Activities

    Day 1

    137 mi3 mi

    From an Ideal Renaissance City to the Home of Wealthy Merchants and the Nobility

    Your Renaissance adventure starts with a visit to Palmanova. This unique and marvelous gem exemplifies what the Renaissance philosophers considered an ideal city. The star-shaped fort is unlike any other city you have ever seen.
    Explore the Magnificent Cities of Verona and Mantua
    13 Activities

    Day 2

    33 mi2 mi

    Explore the Magnificent Cities of Verona and Mantua

    Start your day with breakfast at your hotel. At the Relais Balcone di Giulietta hotel, you can enjoy the view of Juliet's balcony from the courtyard before it opens to visitors.
    In the Footsteps of Italy’s Ruling Families
    14 Activities

    Day 3

    89 mi4 mi

    In the Footsteps of Italy’s Ruling Families

    Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, then drive to visit Mantua's Renaissance gem - Palazzo Te, before you head to Ferrara, the seat of the Este family.
    Palazzos and Rolling Hills of the Italian Countryside
    9 Activities

    Day 4

    108 mi2 mi

    Palazzos and Rolling Hills of the Italian Countryside

    Today you'll enjoy a scenic drive through the Italian countryside as you head to Urbino. Be warned! This magnificent Renaissance castle and its surrounding will enchant you, so don't forget to bring your camera.
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