Personally accompanied
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NZZ Reader Tour: Parma - Verdi Festival
Nabucco
This tour takes you into the world of the great musical dramatist Giuseppe Verdi. Visit his birthplace in Roncole, the Casa Barezzi and the Teatro Verdi in Busseto. In Parma, the impressive Teatro Farnese and the renowned Teatro Regio await you, where at the Verdi Festival you will experience the opera «Nabucco» in a new production – a highlight for opera lovers. You will be accompanied by the expert Margitta Rosales, who completed her classical vocal studies with distinction at the Sofia State Conservatoire and will offer you fascinating insights into Verdi's work. You can also enjoy the region's culinary highlights and the charming atmosphere of Parma.
Trip details
Day 1: Switzerland – Parma
Journey via Milan to Parma. While you are on the road, your music tour guide will prepare you for the programme ahead. Lunch in a ristorante on Lake Lugano. Check-in and a delightful dinner at the elegant, newly opened Grand Hotel di Parma.
Day 2: Parma & Opera
In the morning, guided walking tour of Parma. You will see, among other sights, the Baptistery, the Cathedral and the unique Teatro Farnese, encircled by wooden tiers. Thanks to influential rulers, Parma was always wealthy and could afford especially impressive monuments. After an early dinner at the hotel, you will be transferred to the Teatro Regio, where the opera performance awaits you.
Day 3: Excursion in Verdi's Footsteps
Full-day guided tour to Verdi's birthplace in Roncole, the Casa Barezzi, once the home of his patron and a treasure trove of historical memories, and the Verdi Theatre in Busseto. Lunch in a typical ristorante, the Vecchio Mulino in Roncole. Afterwards, return to Parma.
Day 4: Parma – Switzerland
Relaxed journey home with fond memories of music, culture and cuisine. Lunch in a Ticino grotto.
Grand Hotel di Parma *****
Welcome to the Grand Hotel di Parma - UNA Esperienze, where elegance meets comfort in the heart of Parma! Just 0.9 km from the lively city centre, this 5-star haven offers the perfect blend of luxury and convenience. With impressive amenities and a delightful atmosphere, you can look forward to a magical Italian stay.
Included services
- Travel by Car Rouge, 2+1 seating
- Music tour guide from/to Switzerland
- 3 x B&B (room/breakfast buffet)
- 2 x dinner including drinks
- 1 x good stalls seats for the opera
- 3 x lunch including drinks
- All admissions as per programme
- City tour of Parma
- Car Rouge audio system
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- 30 wide, luxurious Premium armchairs in 2+1 seating
- Generous seat pitch of 90 cm
- Seat belts at every seat
- Height-adjustable footrest, adjustable backrests and armrests
- Unique sense of space thanks to an interior height of 2.10 metres
- Multi-channel audio at every seat, lane assist and adaptive cruise control
- Free Wi-Fi/internet in Europe
Our Premium coaches are state of the art and offer generous space: 3 luxury seats per row, individually adjustable headrests and an interior height of 2.10 m create a unique sense of space.
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