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Italian Grand Prix

14 September 2008 - Monza

With the controversial ‘spy’ hearing hovering over them the McLaren team focused hard and came away with their fourth 1-2 victory of the season.  The hoards of tifosi went home sorely disappointed following an early retirement from Massa and only a third place for Raikkonen behind Lewis Hamilton.

The track is located north of Milan in a former royal park – a peaceful and graceful setting for the fastest race on the calendar - and just under an hour from Lake Como where our hotels are located.  Somehow superlatives don’t seem quite enough to describe this beautiful area of Italy.  The forested mountains descend neatly almost to the water’s edge where small towns and villages nestle in the bays and inlets.  On a clear day the sun glistens on the deep still water, disturbed only by the passing of the ferry boats and the occasional fisherman or water skier.  Magnificent palazzos and villas are partially hidden on the hillsides or sit majestically lakeside with private moorings and immaculate, terraced gardens.

 

From a ferry boat you can really appreciate the scenery and it is an ideal way to get about.  They criss cross the lake taking locals to work and tourists to play and you can hop on and off as you wish.  Wherever you alight you will find lakeside restaurants serving good pasta, lake fish and crisp wines and you may even happen upon a local market where you can buy all manner of delicacies like dried fruits, mushrooms and cheeses.  A weekend on the lake is the perfect antidote to the frenzy of Monza Park.

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3 or 4 nights on Lake Como by air

Thursday 11 or Friday 12 September

Depart from London Heathrow at 0735h to Milan. On arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel where accommodation is reserved for you for four or three nights on bed and breakfast basis.

Those who arrive on Thursday can go to the circuit on Friday by coach for the first practice sessions.  Alternatively the day is free to enjoy as you wish lakeside.

Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 September

At leisure, or join our coach for Monza for F1 practice and qualifying, supporting events and the Grand Prix.

Monday 15 September

Free until your afternoon transfer to Milan airport and your return flight departing at 1940h.  Arrival at London Heathrow is scheduled for 2045h.

Alternative flights from London and regional airports are available and supplements may apply – please ask for details at the time of booking.

Tour Price per person
Hotel
No of nights
Twin/
double
Single supplement
Albergo Centrale

3
4

£599

£699

£165

£185

Como

3
4

£699

£799

£155

£195

Regina Olga

3

4

£749

£879

£145

£185


If this tour itinerary doesn't meet your requirements, please call us to speak to one of our specialists. We will discuss your plans and we can design a tour to specifically suit your needs.
Whether you would prefer flights from a regional airport or would prefer to spend longer at the destination... we will be able to tailor make a tour to suit you - call us now on 0845 375 0300

 

3 Nights in Milan

Friday 12 September
Fly from London Heathrow at 0735h to Milan. On arrival you will be met and taken to your hotel where accommodation is reserved for you for three nights on bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is free to enjoy as you wish.

Saturday 13 & Sunday 14 September
Free in Milan or take our coach transfers to Monza for practice, qualifying and supporting events on Saturday and for the Grand Prix on Sunday.

Monday 15 September
Most of the day is free. Your transfer to the airport will be in the late afternoon for the 1940h flight to London arriving at 2045h. Alternative flights from London and regional airports are available and supplements may apply – please ask for details at the time of booking.

Price per person £879
Single room supplement   £350

Hotel in Milan

Jolly Hotel Touring ****

Well located in central Milan just 15 minutes on foot from the Duomo. The hotel has a bar and restaurant and bedrooms have private bathroom, airconditioning, telephone and satellite TV.

Our Hotels

Hotel Albergo Centrale, Cernobbio ***

In the centre of Cernobbio, just two minutes walk from the lakeside, this comfortable hotel has a delightful restaurant and terrace where traditional Italian cuisine is served.  All rooms have bathroom, air-conditioning, telephone, mini-bar and TV.   Single rooms at this hotel will have a double bed.

Hotel Como, Como ****

Approximately 15 minutes’ walk from the lakefront, this comfortable hotel has a rooftop pool and sun terrace, bar and restaurant. All rooms are spacious and have private bathroom, TV, air-conditioning, mini-bar and telephone.

Hotel Regina Olga, Cernobbio ****

A traditionally elegant hotel overlooking the lake in Cernobbio. Take it easy by the  outdoor pool, enjoy a meal in one of the two restaurants or relax with a drink in the cosy bar. All rooms have private bathroom, TV, mini-bar, air-conditioning and telephone.

Views of Lake Como

 

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