Lunch in a typical restaurant.
DAY 4 - IN SEARCH OF THE ROOTS
A day dedicated to archive research and genealogical reconstructions.
The research will be conducted together with a specialist in the field, who will accompany you to the chosen municipal archive. The research will continue in the archive of the relevant parish, where we will try to complete the information for the composition of a family tree.
After a typical lunch, the experience will end in the early afternoon with a visit to the municipal cemetery.
Address: choice between the municipalities of Camburzano, Donato, Graglia, Magnano, Mongrando, Muzzano, Netro, Occhieppo Inferiore, Occhieppo Superiore, Pollone, Sala Biellese, Sordevolo, Torrazzo, Zimone, Zubiena.
The itinerary will continue with a walk in Burcina Park, for a relaxing afternoon in contact with nature and discovering the extraordinary botanical species that characterize the park. Don't miss the view of the panorama of the Biella area and the mountains.
Dinner in a typical restaurant.
DAY 5 - FROM OROPA TO TRAPPA, A SLOW EXPERIENCE
The morning will begin with a guided tour of the Sanctuary of Oropa, dedicated to the Black Madonna, nestled in the heart of the Biella Alps, and will continue with the Monumental Cemetery.
At the end, transfer to Trappa di Sordevolo along the Tracciolino, the "balcony over the Alps".
After a lunch with typical products of the upper Elvo Valley, guided tour of the Trappa, a former Trappist monastery which, over the years, has become a symbol of harmonious and sustainable care of the territory, also thanks to the Slow Food Chefs' Alliance.
Transfer to Biella for dinner in a typical restaurant.
DAY 6 - BIELLA, IN THE CENTER OF THE TERRITORY
The visit to the city will begin from the Museum of the Biella Territory, located in the Cloister of San Sebastiano, which houses an archaeological and a historical-artistic section of particular value, in which each work on display expresses a strong connection with the territory.
At the end, the experience will continue in the nearby State Archives, where it will be possible to consult historical photos, evidence of the identity of the textile district.
Lunch in a restaurant.
In the afternoon, guided tour of the historic center and the main points of interest including the Duomo, the Baptistery, the church of San Sebastiano. The visit will continue with the climb to the village of Piazzo via the characteristic funicular. The medieval village is characterized by low porticoes and narrow, cobbled streets. The walk along the paved alleys is evocative, among the medieval houses decorated in terracotta and the ancient stately homes.
FEE PER PERSON (number of participants for the trip: 4/5 people): starting from €1095.00.
Single room supplement: on request.
Supplement for use of minibus with driver: on request.
THE FEE INCLUDES:
- Lunches and dinners from day 1 to 5
- Lunch on day 6
- Overnight stay for 5 nights
- Breakfasts from day 2 to 6
- Guided tours, excursions and museum tickets for the entire package
- Boat tour on Lake Viverone
- Genealogical research laboratory
THE FEE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
- Possible parking for own vehicles.
- Extras
- Transfers.
- Anything not expressly indicated in the item "THE PRICE INCLUDES"
Options: We will be happy to customize the package according to your needs.
Possible additional quotes:
- Transfers to/from the airport
- Bus/minibus/car rental for on-site transfers
- Quotes for small individual groups
Notes: itinerary available from April to October, from Saturday to Thursday
Based on the number of people we will send you our best quote!
For information: segreteria@discoverbiella.com
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