WHAT IS INCLUDED
- 9 nights in handpicked, strategically located 4-star boutique accommodations: Milan (4 nights), Padua (5 night)
- 15+ hours Pickleball Activities
- 5 Gourmet Special authentic Local Dinners
- Buffet special Handmade local breakfast every morning
- Private deluxe motor coach and high speed high quality trains for all transportation and excursions
- Guided tours in Milan, Turin, Padua, Verona, Venice
- 1 Boat Trip Experience in Lake Como
- 2 Unique Experiences: 1 Cooking Experience, 1 Wine Experience
- Bilingual tour leader
- Fresh Fruit and cold water during Pickleball activities
- Travel insurance
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED
Airfare, lunches, 4 dinners, tips, extras, personal spending.
PICKLEBALL
This is an Open Play Trip: you will have the freedom to play with both your friends and local Italian players.
You will enjoy the unique opportunity to play at two different sports facilities in both Milan and Padua.
TOUR LEADER
You will have a Worry-Free Journey with the experienced and professional Tour Leader of Pickleball Italy Trips. This expert will be your travel companion, ensuring a seamless experience at every step. Our Tour Leaders, with their deep knowledge of the area and exceptional coordination skills, will create an engaging and unforgettable journey for you, filled with relaxation and discovery.
TRIP DETAILS
Join us for an exhilarating 10-day, 9-night journey that perfectly blends your passion for pickleball with the timeless grandeur of Northern Italy. This isn't just a vacation; it's a Grand Tour of Iconic Northern Italy, designed to show you the best of the North, from the elegance of its cities to the breathtaking beauty of its lakes.
We have meticulously crafted an itinerary that balances court time with deep cultural immersion. You will travel seamlessly across the three most celebrated regions—Lombardy, Piedmont, and Veneto—using strategic 4-star boutique hotels as your comfortable bases in the areas of Milan and Padua.
Why Choose The Great North?
- Iconic Cities: Experience the fashion and history of Milan, the baroque splendor of Turin, the romance of Verona, and the unforgettable canals of Venice.
- Pickleball Balance: Enjoy dedicated sessions of Pickleball Activities built into the itinerary, ensuring you get ample play time without sacrificing cultural exploration.
- Culinary & Wine Excellence: Your journey is a true feast for the senses.
- You will participate in unique experiences: a hands-on Cooking Class, a regional Wine Tasting, one scenic Boat Experience on Lake Como.
- Worry-Free Travel: All transportation between cities and excursions is handled by a private deluxe motor coach and High speed high quality trains, a professional bilingual Tour Leader will be with you every step of the way, making this a truly relaxing and immersive adventure.
ITINERARY
- Day 1: Arrival in Milan
Arrive at Malpensa Airport (MXP) and transfer to your Milan-area hotel. Check-in and relax before the Welcome Dinner. - Day 2: Milan & Pickleball
Morning Pickleball Activities. Afternoon guided tour of Milan, focusing on the city's main sights. Dinner Included - Day 3: Lake Como Magic
Full-day excursion to stunning Lake Como, including a special Boat Experience to admire the villas and landscape from the water. - Day 4: Turin & Pickleball
Morning Pickleball Activities. Afternoon trip to the elegant city of Turin for exploration and sightseeing. - Day 5: Lake Garda & Move to Padua
Check out from the Milan Hotel and trip to Lake Garda (Sirmione del Garda) for a unique visit. Afternoon transfer to Padua and Check-in at your new strategic hotel. - Day 6: Padua Culture & Cooking
Morning Pickleball Activities. Afternoon guided tour of Padua followed by a hands-on Cooking Experience dinner, mastering regional Italian dishes. - Day 7: Verona & Wine
Day trip to Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Guided tour followed by a dedicated Wine Experience at a local winery. Dinner included. - Day 8: The Serenity of Venice
Full-day trip to Venice, exploring its iconic canals, bridges, and history. - Day 9: Final Play & Farewell
Morning Pickleball Activities near Padua. Afternoon free time for shopping and tour. Grand Farewell Dinner to celebrate your northern adventure. - Day 10: Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) for your flight home.
Important information about the itinerary: Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and will make every effort to provide equally appealing alternatives when adjustments need to be made. We appreciate your understanding.
THE HOTEL
Possible Hotels (or similar):
NYX Hotel Milan, UNA Hotels Century, Hilton Milan
Hilton Garden Inn Padova, SavHotel Mantegna, Best Western Padova
Your accommodations consist of wonderful hotels personally selected for their quality and strategic location. They are positioned to allow convenient access to all the planned experiences and tours across Northern Italy.
THE MEALS
The meals are carefully selected to offer the best in authenticity and taste, starting with breakfast served in the resort. Each meal will have a theme, it will be a real culinary journey through Piedmont, Lombardy and Veneto, with the best wines in the world and by several tastings of typical local products.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- 110+ Days prior to arrival – deposit always refundable
- 71 – 110 Days prior to arrival – deposit non-refundable
- 0 – 70 Days prior to arrival – 100% of the Total Price non-refundable
PLEASE NOTE: if the number of participants doesn’t reach the minimum number of participants, the trip will not be held and the full amount paid will be refunded.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
As a professional Tour Operator operating legally and in compliance with all current regulations, we always include travel insurance for participants in our trips.
In case you want to add additional travel insurances, we can suggest you to compare other policies with other well-known travel insurance providers, such as:
Travelex Travel Insurance and Travel Guard. You can also use InsureMyTrip.com to compare multiple companies’ plans.
USEFUL INFO
AIRPORT
ARRIVAL: We recommend arriving at Malpensa Airport (MXP) on Day 1. We will provide the ground transportation to and from the airport!
IMPORTANT: We recommend that you arrive at the Airport, on or before the first day indicated.
We’ll meet as a group on the first day indicated at 1pm (13:00) at the Airport (our private bus will leave at 1pm). Please ensure that your flight arrives at least 75 minutes before this time.
DEPARTURE: The departure airport is Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) on Day 10. We provide the ground transportation to the departure airport.
On the last day of your trip, the private bus will take you to the airport, arriving at 11am (11:00). Please ensure that your flight departure time is after this time (we suggest at least 3 hours after this time for international flights).
If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to contact us.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
You will need:
- Your passport
- An EU outlet adapter (available on Amazon)
- Your Pickleball paddle (if not don’t worry you can write us)
Recommended:
- A portable charger for longer tour days
- Travel insurance — for this trip or any other trip you take! We do not have a specific recommendation for travel insurance; this is up to you.
- 50 - 200 Euros to have on hand. We recommend withdrawing Euros from an ATM once you arrive. Euros will be useful for street souvenirs, cash-only shops, tips, etc.
You will not need:
- a Visa
- a Covid test or vaccine
- Tips are not expected by drivers/servers/staff in Europe. If you would like to tip, though, 5%-10% on your bill or a few Euros is the typical tipping range.
WEATHER
Late October in Northern Italy can be quite cool and slightly wet. We recommend packing layers, including a warm coat and waterproof outerwear
PRICING & PAYMENT
- Double Room - USD 5,750 (per person when sharing a room) - initial deposit USD 3,600 (USD 1,800 per person)
- Single Room - USD 6,450 (solo traveler with private room) - initial deposit USD 1,800
- NO PICKLEBALL OPTION: if you are not playing Pickleball, just tell us, and you will receive a USD 250 discount from the total price
Initial deposit will be always deducted from your grand total (listed above).
If you travel alone but you selected a double room (to be shared), please note that is possible to have two beds in one room (one bed for each person). Just write it in the additional notes so that we are aware.
After placing your initial deposit, your full payment is due 70 days prior to arrival.
The price in USD is for informational purposes only. All the transactions will be processed in the local currency (Euro). More info on our terms of service.
