The “Bologna & More” extension, available from day 7 of the “That’s Italy” tour, departs from Montecatini Terme and enriches your journey with new experiences, discovering the finest that Emilia-Romagna has to offer. The itinerary takes you to Bologna, with its fascinating historic centre and celebrated culinary tradition, then on to Maranello, the heart of the Ferrari legend, and Modena, a land of flavours and of the renowned balsamic vinegar. An extension designed to bring together culture, motors and gastronomy.
Transfer by train from Montecatini Terme to Bologna, or by private transfer. Hotel check-in and a day at leisure to explore the capital of Emilia-Romagna. Bologna is truly a must-see: its hallmarks are its porticoes (a full 40 kilometres of them!) and its towers (once there were more than a hundred; today 24 remain). Stroll beneath the porticoes and through Piazza Maggiore, Bologna’s “drawing room” and the city’s main meeting place. On the right you can admire the Fountain of Neptune, one of the symbols of the city, the work of the sculptor Giambologna, and the Basilica of San Petronio. Don’t forget to taste Mortadella di Bologna in one of the historic shops in the centre, and for dinner, don’t miss the tortellini!
After breakfast, private transfer to Maranello, home of the Ferrari Museum. Inside the Museum you will find the cars that made the history of the Prancing Horse and memorabilia of the great drivers of the past and present (the visit takes about 1h30). You can also choose to extend your visit with a tour of the factory where the “Rossa” is built and of the Maranello circuit track (bus tour of about 45 min). At the end of the tour, again by private transfer, you will head to Modena to visit an acetaia (balsamic vinegar producer) with a tasting of the famous balsamic vinegar. Return to Bologna in the afternoon.
Breakfast and departure.
