Europe
We meet at Malta International Airport at 10:30 for flight KM624, departing at 12:25 and arriving at Milan Linate Airport at 14:25. We begin our journey towards Valle d’Aosta, passing through breathtaking mountain and valley scenery in the Italian Alps. Check-in at Hotel Omama Social (4-star), located in the center of Aosta. After settling into our rooms, we take a short walk around the area.
Today we head to the picturesque ski resort of Chamonix in the French Alps. We'll stroll through the charming streets filled with boutiques and elegant architecture. Those who wish may take the cable car up to Aiguille du Midi, standing at an altitude of 3,482 meters (extra charge applies). Enjoy a traditional alpine lunch or a glass of wine before heading to the Italian resort town of Courmayeur. There, we’ll take a relaxing walk along Via Roma, including a stop at the historic Caffè della Posta.
Buffet breakfast, followed by an excursion to Turin, capital of the Piedmont region.
We enjoy a city tour and admire the splendid sights of: The Royal Palace , Palazzo Madama , The Cathedral of Turin, Mole Antonelliana, the tallest building in the city, Piazza San Carlo, Via Roma, Piazza Castello, and Palazzo Carignano. We will also visit the Cathedral housing the Shroud of Christ, followed by free time. Afterward, we proceed to Superga Basilica, a masterpiece by the great architect Juvarra.
Buffet breakfast.
Today we explore Aosta, often called the “Rome of the Alps”, filled with monuments, churches, and the beautiful Piazza Chanoux. We continue our excursion to the Fort of Bard, an impressive fortress dating back to the year 1000, now a major cultural center of the Western Alps, also home to the Museum of the Alps (entrance fee not included). We then visit a Grappa distillery, where we will enjoy a Grappa tasting session. Return to the hotel in the evening.
A truly spectacular excursion awaits at the ski resort of Cervinia, surrounded by glacier-covered landscapes. Together with the tour leader, we take a walk to fully enjoy the beauty of this location. We return to the hotel early in the afternoon for some free time to prepare for an unforgettable evening: “New Year’s Eve Celebrations à la Grande” (optional) An elegant evening of food, music, and dancing to ring in the New Year in style!
After breakfast, we head for an excursion to the Gran Paradiso National Park, formerly a royal hunting ground for the House of Savoy.
We visit the picturesque village of Cogne, surrounded by enchanting alpine scenery. On our way back, we stop briefly at Fénis Castle for photo opportunities. Return to the hotel.
After breakfast, transfer by coach to Milan Linate Airport for flight KM625, departing at 15:15, arriving back in Malta at 17:10.
