• Lake Como and its romantic villages by boat
• The UNESCO World Heritage Site Dolomites
• Scrovegni Chapel and Giotto’s masterpiece
• Sun-drenched villages of Chianti

Day 1: Arrive in Lake Como – Your Northern Italy Tour Begins!

Welcome to Italy! Upon your morning arrival at Milan airport, meet your private driver for transfer to your hotel in the Como area. After check-in, in the late afternoon, enjoy a lakeside cruise and reach a charming restaurant with a spectacular view. Here, you will be served a delicious dinner. Finally, head back to your hotel for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Hiking Around Como

After breakfast at the hotel, set out for a hike. First, take the Brunate funicular and enjoy the ride. Then, walk between mountains and forests until you reach the church of St. Elizabeth. Be amazed by the view. Next, continue to the village of Piazzaga to discover the mysterious Massi Avelli (stone tomb). Afterward, descend to the picturesque village of Torno. Subsequently, return to Como by boat. The evening is at your leisure. Overnight stay.

Day 3: Explore Verona

Begin with breakfast at the hotel. Next, transfer to Verona, Italy in the morning. Upon arrival, check-in at your hotel. Later, enjoy a city tour in the afternoon. Explore the old town and see several Roman ruins. Additionally, visit the Arena, the largest Opera house in the world. The evening is at your leisure. Overnight stay.

Day 4: Discover the Dolomites

After breakfast, depart in the morning to discover the UNESCO Heritage Dolomites. First, reach Passo Pordoi and take the funicular up to more than 10,000 feet. Enjoy breathtaking views. Then, walk around and stop at a Rifugio for lunch. Admire the white stones of Marmolada. On your way back, stop to explore other valleys. Finally, return to Verona, Italy. Overnight stay.

Day 5: Padua’s Masterpiece and Vicenza’s Heritage

Have breakfast at the hotel. Then, head from Verona to Padua to visit the Scrovegni Chapel. The tour also includes the Caffé Pedrocchi, the Basilica of Sant’Antonio, and Prato Della Valle. Next, stop in Vicenza on your way to Padua. Vicenza is a UNESCO heritage city with architecture by Andrea Palladio. Eventually, return to your hotel in Verona. Overnight stay.

Day 6: Venice – City of Canals

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Depart to Venice, Italy, once the Serenissima Republic. After check-in, meet your guide for a tour of the Bacari (typical wine bars). Here, taste traditional Venetian specialties paired with wine. Dinner is on your own. Overnight stay.

Day 7: Marvels of St. Mark’s and Doge’s Palace & Evening Show

After breakfast, dedicate your morning to discovering the city. First, join your guide on a Classic Venice tour. Explore St. Mark’s Square and St. Mark’s Basilica. Additionally, admire the Grand Canal, Rialto Bridge, and the Bridge of Sighs. The afternoon is on your own. Finally, an evening show at the Palazzo Barbarigo Minotto is optional. Return to your hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 8: Florence – Geniuses of the Renaissance

Start with breakfast at the hotel. Then, depart by high-speed train to Florence. Check in upon arrival. Enjoy lunch on your own. At 3:00 PM, meet your guide for a walking tour of the city center. Visit the Accademia museum, the Duomo, and Ghiberti’s Baptistery door. Finally, return to your hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 9: Uffizi Gallery Treasures

After breakfast, meet your guide for a private tour of Palazzo Pitti and also the Uffizi Galleries, one of Italy’s treasures. The afternoon and evening are on your own. Visit art-filled churches like Santa Croce and also Santa Maria Novella. Additionally, stroll across the Ponte Vecchio. Try a trattoria or restaurant of your choice. Overnight stay.

Day 10: Chianti Discovery with Lunch at a Farmhouse

Following breakfast, depart toward the Tuscan countryside. Here, visit the Chianti Region and experience tastings of wines, extra-virgin olive oil, and also local delicacies. Visit three old villages: Greve in Chianti, Castellina in Chianti, and also San Donato in Poggio. Enjoy lunch at a local farmhouse. Finally, after lunch, continue to Siena, Italy. Check-in and evening at leisure. Overnight stay.

Day 11: Siena & Gothic Architecture

Begin with breakfast. Next, meet your guide for a walking tour of the historical center. Admire the Townhall and the Romanesque/Gothic Cathedral. Finally, conclude the tour with a visit to an artist’s studio to learn about glass making. Your guide will suggest restaurants and also places to visit on your own in the afternoon. Finally, return to your hotel. Optionally, join a cooking class in the afternoon. Learn to make handmade pasta with fresh ingredients. Overnight stay.

Day 12: Pisa – Leaning Tower

After breakfast, depart in the morning to the Cinque Terre. First, stop in Pisa to admire the Leaning Tower. Enjoy lunch on your own. Finally, continue to the Cinque Terre and check in at your hotel. Overnight stay.

Day 13: Dramatic Panoramas of the Cinque Terre

Following breakfast, enjoy a full day of discovering one of the villages. Explore its alleyways and stairways, also sunbathe at the beach or take a dip in the blue waters. Finally, sip a cappuccino and people-watch. Overnight stay.

Day 14: Milan – The Capital of Fashion

Begin with breakfast. Next, depart to Milan, Italy and check in at your hotel. Stay in Milan for 1 night. Then, meet your guide for a walking tour. Visit the church of Santa Maria Delle Grazie to see “The Last Supper.” Continue to the historical center, also the Gothic cathedral on Piazza Duomo. Stroll through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele. Finally, the evening is on your own. Overnight stay.

Day 15: Departure

Finally, after breakfast, have a private transfer to the airport for your departure. Arrivederci!

NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change based on the availability of the services/tours/activities listed at the time of your traveling.

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