**The Lamborghini & Maserati Factories reserve the right to cancel visits at any time.
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. This trip is intended for guests joining us at the Italian Grand Prix after but we can accommodate guests meeting us at Malpensa Airport for the start of this amazing week also.
Our journey begins before the Italian Grand Prix and we waste no time while we are in the area. Our first stop is the Alfa Romeo Museum 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 a traditional Balsamic tasting.
On Day-4 we depart from Modena headed to Como and along the way we visit the amazing Alfa Romeo museum. Once in Como continue on our Italian Grand Prix tour where we have 4-night packages available at a choice of 3 hotels.
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 continuing with 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 or by email at racehelp@gptours.com
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, August 31:
Upon your arrival into Malpensa Airport (MXP), you will be met by a Grand Prix Tours representative and transferred at 11:00 am to our hotel in Modena. En-route enjoy a visit to the amazing Dallara Factory! Go behind the scenes and get a first hand view of their daily operations. (Please schedule flights to arrive no later than 9:30 am for our 11:00 am departure. Many of our guests choose to arrive a day earlier and overnight at the airport and meet us the next day. After check in at your hotel in Modena get ready to treat your taste buds at our welcome dinner with your fellow car enthusiasts.
Tuesday, September 01:
Today you will be seeing Red! Ferrari Red! Morning visit to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello followed 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.
Wednesday, September 02:
Morning departure to visit the fascinating Maserati Factory and Showroom. Following feast on an amazing lunch (included) ....bring your appetite. Round out the day with a visit to the Pagani Factory then Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena., truly a memorable day!
Thursday, September 03:
Morning visit to San Matteo Acetaia for a tour and tasting of Traditional Balsamic vinegar. Then onto Como with a stop along the way to visit the amazing Alfa Romeo factory. Upon arrival into Como check into your chosen hotel and continue with us at the Italian Grand Prix or make your own way back to Malpensa airport for your flight home.
Why not continue your racing vacation and join us in Lake Como the weekend after for the Italian Grand Prix! View the Italian Grand Prix here.
We had such an amazing time on this trip - we plan many more trips with Grand Prix Tours - Kevin and Marnye Reynolds, OR
The Extravaganza was exceptional, two factories and seven museums plus a Ferrari drive for me, hard to see how it could be improved. The choices for restaurants was spot on, food throughout the trip was exceptional. Great time, very professional, worth every penny! Keep us on our list! Jim Pope, PA
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 flavors of the region, starting with an aperitif of Frizzante Lambrusco, a renowned local "methode champenoise" wine. A wonderful evening in the Italian Countryside and start to the exciting weekend ahead.
Take a look into the passion and care that is put into these exotic vehicles, from the handstitched interior to the overhead cam engines.
*Lamborghini reserve the right to cancel visits at any time
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.
Only by entering the vinegar factory will you really understand what traditional balsamic vinegar is. Because knowledge must come from experience. Especially when dealing with products such as traditional balsamic vinegar which are the result of tradition, culture, technique, and passion. Enjoy a visit to this family run Acetaia and witness the passion and care that goes into producing this Modena certified Balsamic vinegar.
Innovation, passion and uniqueness guide the Brand in this phase of total renewal.
The starting-point for this journey is the historic plant in Modena. The Modena plant, where the Trident has had its home for over 80 years, is a magical location that combines the Brand’s “made in Italy” DNA and its Heritage with an irrepressible drive towards the future and innovation: the plant has been modernized with new production, engine assembly and painting facilities specifically for the new MC20.
Lasting about an hour, the exclusive factory tour includes a welcome reception and historical introduction in the recently renovated showrooms prior to a guided walk around the powertrain department. Afterwards there is the opportunity to view the cars and browse through the Maserati Store.
*Maserati reserve the right to cancel visits at any time
The above events are included in tour price.
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 200 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: $2,795.00
Single Use Supplement: $425.00
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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