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Enjoy a relaxing day in the enchanting hills of the Veneto. Stroll around picturesque historic villages and towns, explore a renaissance country villa and savour the delicious cuisine and famous wines of the region.

• Visits to the ancient Medieval Hill Towns of Marostica, Bassano del Grappa and Asolo
• Air-conditioned transportation by minivan
• English-speaking driver/guide
• Entrance fees to a Palladian Villa
• Casual wine tasting at a local winery
  Maximum of 8 persons on the tour

This delightful tour travels at a relaxed pace along scenic back-roads allowing you to fully appreciate the beauty of the Venetian Countryside.  The first visit of the day is to the medieval town of Marostica, famous for its imposing fortified castle and the giant permanent chess-board in the town square. The tradition of a living game of chess is played every two years and dates from the 15th century. Enjoy some free time to walk around this charming small town. Afterwards, continue to the beautiful town of Bassano del Grappa, featuring a picturesque Palladian bridge crossing the mighty Brenta River. Enjoy a guided tour of its narrow streets, historic squares and marvel at the superb vistas over the surrounding hills and mountains. There is also the chance to sample some of the local ‘Grappa’ firewater and free time to explore the shops- Bassano is famous for its locally produced ceramics and porcini mushrooms.  The last of the Venetian Hill Towns visited is elegant Asolo perched on lush-green hills. Known as the ‘Pearl of Veneto’ this enchanting town is characterised by delightful gardens, renaissance palaces and palatial villas that have inspired poets and writers through the centuries. 

After an optional lunch a typical trattoria (additional cost payable locally) enjoy a visit to one of the areas amazing Renaissance Villas – either the Villa Barbaro (Tuesdays and Sundays ) or Villa Emo (Fridays).  Both are splendid examples of Palladian. From here, you continue to a local winery for a casual tasting of Prosecco wine. The winery offers stunning views of the terraced slopes thickly planted with vines.

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• Hotel pick-up and drop off
• Optional gratuities
• Lunch

Casual. Dress according to the weather for that day. A comfortable pair of shoes is recommended.

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