Discovering Bologna

Day 1: Arrival Bologna

Upon arrival in Bologna make your way to the hotel (private transfer available as an optional extra). In the evening enjoy a private cooking class at Cesarina’s home. Learn the secrets and tricks of the most famous dishes of Bolognese cuisine and taste the fruit of your work paired with a glass of local wine. Le Cesarine, the ambassador of the Italian culinary heritage, is the first Italian network of expert-certified cooks. The Cesarine preserve the oldest recipes of the Italian culinary tradition handed down from generation to generation and welcome travelers into their homes for an authentic experience of sharing. During the lesson, the Cesarina will reveal the tricks of 3 authentic Bolognese recipes. Have fun testing your culinary skills. Each participant will have a station equipped with tools and all the ingredients to make the recipes. Overnight in Bologna.

Day 2: Bologna

After breakfast enjoy a shared bike tour of the city. Discover the city with a local, in a sustainable and fun way! While you are pedaling between churches, monuments and historic buildings, your tour leaders will provide you with some explanations of the city's most and least known attractions. You will be able to see many different landmarks in a short time, as well as fully enjoy the atmosphere of this vibrant city. You will see the Basilica of San Petronio, famous for its unfinished facade, and the nearby Neptune Fountain, as well as the Archiginnasio, the city's oldest university seat, and the former Jewish Ghetto, located just a few steps away from the Two Towers. Together with your guide you will also head for Via Zamboni, the university street par excellence in the city, and Via del Pratello, a lively street hosting pubs, restaurants and beer gardens. At Cavaticcio Park you will also discover that Bologna once had a river port and that the city is home to one of Europe's most important film libraries.   Overnight in Bologna.

Day 3: Bologna

After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a small group tour to discover the Motor Valley area. Learn the history of the iconic cars Made in Italy. At the Lamborghini Museum admire the first models such as the Miura and the Countach as well as the ultimate and exclusive ones like the Aventador SVJ. Then, go to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, where you will have the opportunity to relive the history of the Prancing Horse. At the end of the tour, stop at a local restaurant for a tasty lunch with typical products.  Overnight in Bologna.

Day 4: Departure Bologna

Enjoy your last breakfast in Bologna and if time permits take the last walk to say “arrivederci” to the city or do some shopping. Transfer to the airport or train station is available as an optional extra.