*Subject to FIA confirmation
**Currently the Lamborghini Facotory is closed to the public – we hope this will change and will moniter the situation, but currently this visit is not confirmed
We hope you will join us on what continues to be one of our most popular motorsports experiences, the Italian Extravaganza. This whirlwind tour takes guests of Grand Prix Tours to Northern Italy and the city of Modena. Roughly an hour and a half flight from Amsterdam International Airport to the Milan Malpensa International Airport, this trip is intended for guests joining us before the Italian Grand Prix.
Guests are met at the Milan Malpensa Airport on Monday morning.. From there our journey begins and we waste no time while we are in the area. We visit a super car factory in route to our chosen hotel accommodations in Modena. Also, on the evening of our first night in Italy all guests are invited to wonderful, multi-course, gourmet dinner where you can get to know your fellow car enthusiasts.
Day-2 and Day-3 of this Italian Extravaganza are jam packed with sights to be seen and experiences to be had. Starting, roughly at 9 am each morning guests are guided to many different destinations each day. While as mentioned, there are many super car and motor vehicle related destinations on our agenda we do also explore a few of the other world-famous products from the area including the Hombre Farm where you can see a world class production of Parmesan cheese.
On Day-4 we depart from Modena headed to Lake Como and along the way we stop at the Alfa Romeo Museum. Once we reach Como, where accommodations for the Italian Grand Prix have been made, guests will have the option of continuing to the open house pit walk at Monza or staying in Como to relax and explore the city. Guests choosing to join us at the track will be shuttled to and from Monza arriving back in Como later that evening.
Again, this is one of our most popular trips and early reservations are recommended as there is limited availability. We also do aim to give priority to guests joining us on the Italian Grand Prix trip afterwards. If you have any questions about this or any of our other tours, please contact our office at (949) 719-3350.
The 4 star Best Western Plus Hotel Modena Resort is located 8 km from Modena's city center and just a 5 minute drive from the Formigine Castle. Boasting an indoor and outdoor heated pool, a hot tub, Turkish bath, gym, cocktail lounge area, snack bar and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. The spacious rooms offer modern and elegant furnishings, a balcony, a 32" LED TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, and a minibar. An amazing Argentina restaurant is located right next door.
The city of Modena is located in the Emilia-Romagna region of northern Italy in the Po Valley. Most known for its car industry the area is also world renowned for its production of balsamic vinegar and parmesan cheese. Also the birth place of Enzo Ferrari and Luciano Pavarotti, two men who need little introduction.
Guests can expect comfortable warm weather during the day and cool, light jacket, conditions in the evening and guests should prepare for the potential for light rain. Our chosen hotel accommodations are located just a short drive away from the center of the city. Though after a full day you may want to relax in the hot tub or the Turkish bath at the hotel.
Monday, September 05:
Upon your arrival into Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), you will be met by a GPT representative at 11:00 am and transferred to your Hotel in Modena. On route we will visit the amazing Dallara Factory and view their day-to-day operations. After check in get ready to treat your taste buds at our welcome dinner with your fellow car enthusiasts.
Tuesday, September 06:
Today you will be seeing Red! Ferrari Red! Morning visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello folllowed by a visit to the Ferrari test track and Factory facility by bus. Shop in the numerous Ferrari merchandise stores or take in the optional Ferrari 458 test drive. Afternoon visit to the amazing Lamborghini factory and museum. **Currently the Lamborghini Facotory is closed to the public - we hope this will change and will moniter the situation, but currently this visit is not confirmed
Wednesday, September 07:
Morning departure to visit the Panini Collection and fascinating Hombre Cheese Farm. Following enjoy a visit to the Pagani Factory then feast on an amazing lunch....bring your appetite. Round out the day with a visit to the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena., truly a memorable day!
Thursday, September 08:
Morning departure to visit the collection at the Alfa Romeo Museum. Following the visit, we will drive to the circuit to take part in the pit walk. (Please note: a 3-day race ticket is required for the pit walk.) Return transfer to your hotel in Como at around 7:00 pm where you can check in and continue on the Italian GP tour.
Why not continue your racing vacation and join us in Lake Como the following weekend for the Italian Grand Prix! View the Italian Grand Prix now.
We had such an amazing time on this trip - we plan many more trips with Grand Prix Tours - Kevin and Marnye Reynolds, OR (2019 Guest)
Airport to Hotel in Modena: 3 hrs
Transfer times may vary, due to traffic and weather conditions.
On Monday, join us for a welcome dinner as you get to know your fellow race enthusiasts. We will be met by the Maitre D, who will explain each of the courses of the excellent "Menu Degustazione" which reflects the flavours of the region, starting with an aperitif of Frizzante Lambrusco, a renowned local methode champenoise wine. Each course is accompanied by a sympathetic wine with an explanation at the table by the restaurant's sommelier.
Take a look into the passion and care that is put into these exotic vehicles, from the handstitched interior to the overhead cam engines.
*Currently the Lamborghini Facotory is closed to the public - we hope this will change and will moniter the situation, but currently this visit is not confirmed
Houses many special cars including the last made of several models and numerous F1 cars.
Alfa Romeo has one of the largest and most comprehensive museums of any car maker in world. Visit the display rooms and enter the world of Alfa lovers; the Alfa Romeo Museum offers you all this and more.
Go behind the scenes and get a first hand view of their daily operations. This factory produces cars for the Indy, GP2 and GP3 series, LM2 Le Mans cars and more! Many are re-badged for major sponsors such as the Playstation and Morgan-Nissan marques. Very secretive aero-dynamic testing is carried out here for major road car manufacturers such as Audi, BMW and Ferrari. We will have the great privilege of being shown their wind tunnel, considered to be the best in the world. The Bugatti Veyron is designed and built here. They also have one of the most sophisticated F1/Indy/GP2 & 3 series simulators which are located in a new 50 million dollar building, allowing drivers to experience all the world circuits.
Here you will get a fascinating insight into the history of the Prancing Horse. Take a look into Ferrari`s past, present and future through F1 themed exhibits, past and present cars, technological innovations and photographic shows.
Tour the Fiorano test track by bus where Ferrari has tested all its road cars and competiton cars since 1972.
A guided bus tour through the "Citadella" avenue that runs through the cluster of new production buildings and where the Prancing Horse cars are built. Visitors may not leave the bus or take photos during the tour.
Discover the suprising life of Mr. Horacio Pagani and his supercar, famous for worldwide design, handicraft and performance! These iconic cars are built at a cost of a mere one million dollars each. Just 40 of these hand-built cars are currently produced annually.
Visit Hombre Farm where the processing phases for the production of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese can be seen and enjoy a tour of a private vintage car and motorbike collection.
When the Maserati Company became bankrupt, the Panini brothers, being avid car collectors, bought the entire Maserati collection when it went to public auction, thereby saving the collection for Italy and the local region. The collection includes 2 very rare Type 61 "Birdcage" models and space frames, concept & F1 cars, rare prototype saloons & coupes, Maserati motor cycles and several mint condition Harley Davidsons, some with sidecars. The collection also houses the famous Eldorado Indy Maserati which Stirling Moss drove at Indianapolis and Monza.
We will go on to visit the Farm`s cheese making unit & storage facility. The cheeses are matured for up to 5 years, stacked 30 feet high and turned at regular intervals prior to being shipped throughout the world. This storage unit holds cheeses worth 10 million dollars. We will also have the chance to taste and buy.
The above events are included in tour price. Visitors will be required to show proof of vaccination for entrance into all facilities.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to drive the car of your dreams! Choose from the Ferrari F430, Ferrari California, Ferrari 458 Italia, Ferrari 488 Spider or the Lamborghini Huracan. You get to drive through the streets of Maranello with a co-driver and can add a passenger and video recording if you wish.
Prices start from Euro 195 for 20 minutes - call us for more information or to reserve your test drive on 949 719 3350 or email us at racehelp@gptours.com
This additional option is only available with purchase of the Italian Extravaganza package.
Price Per Person: $2,695.00
Single Use Supplement: $275.00
Price is per person, based on two persons sharing a room. Single supplement is an additional cost per room (for the entire tour) if traveling alone. Extra nights subject to hotel availability.
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