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Private tour in Milan Emanuela B
The Canals district and the ancient Roman side of Milan: Private Tour W/private transportation
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Hi, I’m Emanuela from Milan, Italy. Nice to meet you! I’ve been a qualified tour guide since 2006, certified to lead tours in Milan, Monza, Como, and more. My experience has allowed me to meet people from all over the world and help them discover the beauty of my city (and the one of my country, too). I love art in all its forms (painting, sculpture, architecture, and music) and I love talking about it. I believe I'm privileged to have been born in a country rich in splendid works. I'm proud to have been born in a country that gave birth to such talented artists as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Raphael, Puccini, and Verdi. What better job could there be to spread this message than that of a guide? I graduated from a high school specializing in foreign languages, art history, and tourism. I speak fluent English and French, and hold both a C1 Cambridge English and a CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages). Like all Italians, I am skilled in non-verbal communication. We Italians are well known for our funny way of communicating through facial expressions and gestures, and during my tours, I love making them interactive and engaging as I teach guests to use hand “Italian” gestures. Try it and believe it! Another Italian tradition I like to introduce my guests to is the one tied to our good food. For Italians, good food, good wine, or simply a cup of espresso becomes the medium for sparking a pleasant conversation. And then Italian cuisine is now part of the world heritage. How could I avoid talking about our typical dishes during my tours? If you're looking for an effective way to admire splendid masterpieces, learn to enjoy good Italian food and wine, and even learn how to gesticulate as we do here in Italy, well, all you have to do is choose one of my tours. I look forward to seeing you here in Milan. If my calendar seems full, don’t hesitate to contact me anyway. I may still be able to accommodate you. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. Please note that I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel only through the driver. I will meet you directly at the designated meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.
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Basilica of San Lorenzo Maggiore, Basilica of San Eustorgio, the superb Portinari Chapel, and the fascinating canals district
Overview of your Milan tour
This tour offers the opportunity to discover the different souls of southern Milan's district. You'll discover its ancient Roman history and, at the same time, enjoy the vibrant, bohemian vibe of the Navigli (canals) district. The tour starts in one of the most beautiful and historically rich areas of Milan: the Porta Ticinese district, home to the Basilica of San Lorenzo Maggiore. Here you can admire the marvelous columns and the surprising interiors of the ancient basilica with its golden mosaics. The tour continues with a stroll through the basilica's park to reach one of the most beautiful churches in Milan, San Eustorgio (Saint Eustace in English). Here you can admire the interiors of a Renaissance masterpiece that even very few Milanese know: the Portinari Chapel. The tour ends with a stroll along the dockyard and the Naviglio Grande (or Grand Canal) of Milan, to enjoy the vibrant, bohemian side of Milan.
Your Milan tour itinerary
Hotel pick-up and drop-off by Mercedes car with a driver and car availability during the tour You will see: - The Basilica of San Lorenzo Maggiore, with its ancient Roman columns and amazing golden mosaics. - The basilica of San Eustorgio, or Saint Eustace in English. - The superb Portinari chapel. (Closed on Mondays) - The Porta Ticinese district, the Navigli or waterways, and the dockyard of Milan. The itinerary can be customized according to your needs and requests. In museums, archaeological sites, and, in general, all churches, the dress code for both men and women requires shoulders and knees to be covered. Shorts and skirts are fine, but below the knees. Do not bring large items (e.g., large bags, backpacks, long umbrellas) on tour, as they are not permitted.
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Type: Private Transportation / Category: Van
Hotel pick-up and drop-off by Mercedes car with a driver and car availability during the tour -I suggest bringing a bottle of water and to wear comfortable shoes -During the summer, be sure not to forget a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses -During the winter, be sure not to forget a raincoat or small umbrella
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Milan, Lombardy, Italy
Hotel pick-up and drop-off by Mercedes car with a driver and car availability during the tour
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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