The enduring phrase ‘la dolce vita’ (the good life) truly captures the essence of Italy. On this trip, you’ll spend 14 days discovering the heart of all things Italian on a culturally rich adventure from the piazzas of Rome to the canals of Venice. Discover the Tuscan countryside on a leisurely cycle along Lucca’s Serchio River, peer into Pisa, take to the trails of the Cinque Terre for some stunning coastal views and walk the Portofino Peninsula with its glamourous residents. With time spent wine tasting in rural villages, cruising along Lake Como and relaxing along canals in Venice, you’ll soon understand why Italy remains in the hearts of all who visit.
Great itinerary and tour director. Suggest: a slightly slower pace - limiting yourself to 1 optional experience/ day to avoid too/ long days -exhaustion, provide more suggestions for authentic food / restaurants on ‘free’ days.
Go on a tour of some of the most beautiful places in Italy in this 'Alps by Bernina Train and Northern Lakes' tour.
Discover the heart of Milan on a captivating three-hour walking tour, exploring iconic landmarks like La Scala opera house, the magnificent Milan Cathedral, and the medieval Castello Sforzesco. Enjoy a typical Italian aperitivo at a refined bakery near the castle.
Day two takes you on an unforgettable journey aboard the historic Bernina Express, offering breathtaking Alpine vistas. Explore the charming town of St. Moritz before returning to Milan. Day three takes you to Como, where you'll embark on a boat to Bellagio, nestled amidst stunning alpine scenery.
Continue to Bergamo, a historic jewel with a vibrant contrast of lower and upper towns. Day four brings you to Lake Garda's west coast, featuring a panoramic tour and a boat ride in Sirmione. Discover Riva del Garda's quaint Venetian-style center.
Day five is an exploration of Verona, the city of love, with a guided tour that encompasses its rich history and iconic landmarks. Enjoy a visit to the picturesque Franciacorta region for a light lunch and wine tasting. Your adventure concludes on day six with a transfer to Milan Malpensa Airport.
Arrivederci!
This train tour across Italy allows you to explore some of the nation’s most prominent landmarks. It starts with Rome which is the foundation of Christian culture and Western civilization. When here, you can visit the Roman Colosseum, Navona Square, Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum. The next stop of this journey is Florence, the capital city of Tuscany. Known for Michelangelo’s David sculpture and taking you through chapters of the renaissance period one by one, Florence is a paradise for people loving art and history. Up next is the City of Canals, Venice. Believed to be of the most romantic cities in the world, Venice also boasts of Doge’s Palace and San Marco Square. The fourth destination of this tour is Milan, Italy’s fashion capital. Apart from being captivated by the stylish Milan streets, you can also explore the Duomo, the Castello Sforzesco, and the famous Navigli canals. Fifth in the line is the place of dreams, Lake Como. Renowned for fabulous lakeside resorts, fine dining restaurants, and alluring beauty, this place will take your breath away! Post this, you will travel back to Milan, coming to the end of one of our Scenic tours of Italy.