An Italian Christmas with Countess Luppis
An Italian Christmas with Countess Luppis
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An Italian Christmas with Countess Luppis
5 Days Starting in Pasiano di Pordenone, Italy and ending in Venice, Italy
Visiting: Pasiano di Pordenone, Venice, St Mark's Square, Venice, Church of St Mark, Venice, Doge's Palace, Venice, Rialto Bridge, Venice, Grand Canal, Venice, Padua, Basilica of St Anthony Padua
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Specialist Group:
Singles Solo
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 27
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
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Tour Overview
Experience the magic of an Italian Christmas with Countess Luppis on this enchanting tour. Stay in a 4-star boutique hotel, home to the Countess herself, and enjoy a festive journey through Italy. Begin with a guided tour of Venice, where you'll explore iconic landmarks like St Mark's Square and the Rialto Bridge, and enjoy a boat ride through the city's famous canals. Celebrate Christmas Day with a traditional Italian lunch and festive games at the hotel. On Boxing Day, discover the historic city of Padua, renowned for its 13th-century Basilica of St Anthony. With a dedicated Just You holiday director and guaranteed single rooms, this tour offers a perfect blend of culture, history, and festive cheer. Enjoy 9 meals, including a special Christmas lunch with wine, and immerse yourself in the rich heritage and warm hospitality of Italy.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 Pasiano di Pordenone
Location: Pasiano di Pordenone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Luppis
Meals Included: Dinner
Make your own way to the hotel where your Holiday Director will meet you for your welcome meeting this evening.
Day 2 Christmas Eve, Venice
Location: Venice, St Mark's Square, Venice, Church of St Mark, Venice, Doge's Palace, Venice, Rialto Bridge, Venice, Grand Canal, Venice
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Luppis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we're going to head to the extraordinary floating city of Venice for a guided tour. We'll see famous landmarks, starting in St Mark's Square, which is dominated by the Church of St Mark and is Venice's focal point. We'll also see the magnificent Doge's Palace and cross the Rialto Bridge, which spans the Grand Canal, where we can watch gondolas glide beneath us. The city is a mesmerising sight at any time of the year but it is even more magical when it is illuminated by sparkling lights.
We'll also see the city from the water as we board a boat and take in some of these incredible sights as we cruise the famous canals.
Day 3 Christmas Day, Pasiano di Pordenone
Location: Pasiano di Pordenone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Luppis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
It's Christmas Day, so enjoy a leisurely morning before we gather for a local Italian festive lunch at the hotel. After we've eaten we'll enjoy some festive games.
Day 4 Boxing Day, Padua
Location: Padua, Basilica of St Anthony, Padua
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Villa Luppis
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy breakfast in the elegant surroundings of the hotel before we set off on a trip to Padua. The city is known as the setting for Shakespeare's comedy The Taming of the Shrew and is thought to be the oldest in northern Italy. On a tour we'll see highlights including the 13th century Basilica of St Anthony, a place of pilgrimage for generations.
Day 5 Departure
Location: Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today it's time to say goodbye to your fellow travelers as your trip comes to an end.
What's Included
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Just You Holiday Director as your host & Specialist Local Guide
A dedicated Just You Holiday Director and a Specialist Local Guide will accompany you throughout the trip.
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4 nights in a 4-star boutique hotel which is home to the Countess Luppis
Stay for 4 nights in a 4-star boutique hotel, which is the residence of the Countess Luppis.
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Transportation excluding overseas transfers to and from the airport
Transportation is provided during the tour, excluding overseas transfers to and from the airport.
What's Not Included
Overseas transfers to and from the airport
Transfers to and from the airport are not included in the tour package.
Mode of Transport
Transportation is provided for all activities, excluding overseas transfers to and from the airport, ensuring a seamless travel experience throughout the tour.Accommodation
Stay in the charming 4-star Hotel Villa Luppis, a boutique hotel that is home to the Countess Luppis, offering a unique and elegant experience with guaranteed single rooms and no supplement.Check out our Q&As
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What special experience is included on Christmas Day during the tour?
On Christmas Day, you will enjoy a leisurely morning followed by a local Italian festive lunch at the hotel. After the meal, there will be festive games to participate in.
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Will there be a guided tour of Venice included in the itinerary?
Yes, on Christmas Eve, there is a guided tour of Venice where you will see famous landmarks such as St Mark's Square, the Church of St Mark, the Doge's Palace, and the Rialto Bridge. You will also experience a boat ride to view the city from the water.
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What can I expect during the visit to Padua?
During the visit to Padua on Boxing Day, you will have a guided tour of the city, which is known as the setting for Shakespeare's comedy The Taming of the Shrew. Highlights include the 13th century Basilica of St Anthony, a significant place of pilgrimage.
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Is there a single supplement charge for solo travelers?
No, there is no single supplement charge for solo travelers, and your own room is guaranteed.
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Who will be accompanying the group during the tour?
A dedicated Just You holiday director will accompany the group throughout the trip, along with a specialist local guide.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
All the people in your group will be solo travellers and will share your sense of adventure and passion for travel. There’s usually a good mix of ages too, so you’ll meet a variety of solo travellers who have more, or in some cases less, life experience. We find the overall mix of people really adds to the whole experience and there are certainly plenty of l
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
A few years ago we set up Just You Cares, a programme that gives back to some of the places we love. We have always believed in taking care of the communities we visit, and have taken the time to really get to know the local people and understand the challenges they face. Some of our holidays give our Customers the chance to see how the money from their trips has been spent.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Just You, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accommodate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - just make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, and all of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Will I eat alone?
We find there’s always a social element to dining, so you’ll never eat alone, unless you want to! Every holiday includes a welcome get-together, all breakfasts and many other meals. When a meal is not included we find travellers meet and dine together.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, given the nature of our holidays, it is not possible to join the tour once it has departed.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Just You has been operating solo holidays for more than 15 years.
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Am I guaranteed a room of my own?
Of course, you’ll always have a twin or double room all to yourself. It’s great to have that space to relax and reflect at the end of the day. In some hotels you can also pay a little extra to upgrade for more space or a lovely sea view.
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What is the typical age range on a Just You holiday?
Typically, our customers are solo travellers in their 40s, 50s and 60s, but it’s quite possible you could meet 20-year-olds or 70-year-olds (or anyone in between)... After all, age is just a number!
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
We have received the World Travel and Tourism Councils (WTTC) Safe Travels stamp, which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world. The 'Safe Travels' stamp provides you, with assurance and peace of mind that we have implemented enhanced health and hygiene prprotocols on all holidays.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Once you book, you will receive a confirmation invoice within 7 days, prior to departure, we will send you further information to help prepare for your trip.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Just You is exclusively for solo travellers, every tour includes a twin or double room of your own, with no single supplement.
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