Summary
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Spend a night at the opera on this unforgettable short break to Verona
Highlights
- Enjoy a night at the opera, performed at the world-famous Arena di Verona
- Join a private highlights tour of Verona
- Take in the Ponta Pietra and Casa Giulietta of Shakespeare fame
- Stay in style at the Due Torri – a member of Leading Hotels of the World
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City | History & culture | July holidays | Music & Special Events | Short break
This superb itinerary is the perfect introduction to Verona, and includes a three-night stay at the Hotel Due Torri – a converted 14th century palace and member of Leading Hotels of the World – a city highlights tour and a visit to the Arena Museum Opera. Best of all, included in the price are tickets to the opera at the Arena di Verona – one of the world's most iconic opera houses. This ancient Roman amphitheatre was originally constructed in 30 AD and its perfect acoustics have survived the millennia. Performances vary depending on the date, while tickets to additional performances can also be arranged.
Day by day itinerary
Day
1
Arrive Verona
After enjoying your complimentary airport lounge access, your flight to Verona will be met by a private driver, who'll bring you to your accommodation, the five star Hotel Due Torri, a stunning property located in the historic centre of Verona with marble and mosaic-adorned rooms and two exquisite restaurants. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring the city at your own pace – you're just steps away from the Gothic beauty of the church of St. Anastasia, Juliet’s balcony and the city’s historic piazzas. Take advantage of your hotel's spectacular dining options tonight, from Michelin-starred candlelit suppers to prime ribs on the rooftop terrace.
Stay: Due Torri Hotel, Verona (Deluxe)
Days
2-3
Verona and the opera at Arena di Verona
Spend two memorable days exploring historic Verona, taking in the city's beautiful piazzas and ancient cobbled streets. Your itinerary includes a private tour of Verona's highlights and tickets to an opera of your choice at the famed Arena di Verona – one of the world's most iconic opera houses. The latter is surely the highlight – built in the first century, this world-famous amphitheatre is home to large-scale operas and one of the world's best preserved theatres of its kind.
Stay: Due Torri Hotel, Verona (Deluxe)
Meals: B
Day
4
Verona to UK
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your hotel before transferring to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: B
Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
4-day tailor-made city break
from £1,590 pp incl. flights
Deluxe
Jun / Sep
from £1,590 pp. incl. flights
Jul / Aug
from £1,750 pp. incl. flights
The Verona Opera season runs from 13 Jun to 06 Sep 2025
Includes:
- Complimentary UK Airport lounge access
- Return flights between UK and Verona
- Return private airport transfers
- 3 nights accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis
- 4 hour guided private highlights of Verona tour
- Tickets to one performance at Arena di Verona
2025 Calendar of performances
Nabucco: 13 / 14 / 21 / 28 Jun / 10 / 17 / 24 / 31 Jul / 09 / 16 / 21 Aug / 05 Sep
First performances of Nabucco (13 & 14 Jul) - supplement applies
Aida: 20 / 29 Jun / 06 / 13 / 16 / 20 / 27 Jul / 01 / 10 / 17 / 24 / 28 Aug / 04 Sep
First performances of Aida (20 Jun) - supplement applies
La Traviata: 27 Jun / 05 / 11 / 19 / 25 Jul / 02 Aug
First performance of La Traviata (27 Jun) - Supplement applies
Carmen 04 / 12 / 18 / 26 Jul / 14 / 23 / 29 Aug / 03 Sep
First performance of Carmen (04 Aug) - Supplement applies
Rigoletto: 08 / 22 / 30 Aug / 06 Sep
First performance of Rigoletto (08 Aug) - Supplement applies
Special performances
Roberto Bolle & Friends: 22 / 23 Jul
Jonas Kaufmann in Opera: 03 Aug
Carmen Burana: 15 Aug
Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
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