Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Discover Italy and Switzerland on this 13-day journey from Rome to Milan, uncovering art, history and stunning landscapes along the way. Wander medieval Assisi and Siena before delving into Florence’s Renaissance treasures. Explore Bologna’s lively piazzas and Venice’s canals, then continue to chic Milan. Ride the Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps, take in Lake Garda and the wine routes of Trento and Kaltern, and enjoy the Alpine charm of Bolzano, Merano and Vipiteno. Marvel at the lakes and peaks of the Dolomites from Cortina d’Ampezzo, before rounding off with a taste of Bassano del Grappa’s heritage and culture.
Discover the best of northern Italy on this 13-day journey from Venice to Milan, weaving together iconic cities, shimmering lakes and spectacular Alpine scenery. Glide along Venice’s canals, sip spritz with cicchetti, and wander the romantic streets of Verona. Cruise Lake Garda and Lake Como, ride the world-famous Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps, and explore chic Milan. In Trentino-Alto Adige, uncover wine towns, Dolomite lakes and charming villages like Bolzano and Cortina. With guided tours, tastings and scenic drives, this trip blends culture, landscapes and food for a truly memorable Italian adventure.
Discover the heart of Italy and beyond on this 12-day journey from Rome to Milan. Begin with sightseeing of the Colosseum and Roman Forum in the Eternal City before travelling through Assisi, Siena and the Renaissance treasures of Florence. Enjoy Bologna’s food culture, glide through Venice’s canals, and wander Shakespearean Verona with a stop for wine tasting in Franciacorta. Highlights also include a boat trip on Lake Garda, the elegance of Lake Como, and a spectacular ride on Switzerland’s Bernina Express. Round your tour off in stylish Milan, with guided touring and free time to explore your way.
Journey through Italy and beyond on this 17-day tour, starting in Rome and ending in Milan. Begin with ancient wonders like the Colosseum and Roman Forum, before travelling through Assisi, Siena, and Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance. Taste Bologna’s rich gastronomy, glide through Venice’s canals with a spritz in hand, and wander Verona’s romantic streets. Cruise Lake Garda and Lake Como, sip sparkling wines in Franciacorta, and ride the scenic Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. From Bolzano and Cortina’s Alpine charm to Bassano del Grappa’s traditions, before ending in Milan
Experience scenic Italy and Switzerland on this 13-day tour from Milan, blending lakeside beauty, historic cities, and dramatic alpine landscapes. Discover Lake Garda and fair Verona before immersing in the charm of Venice. Travel through the Dolomites for soaring peaks, alpine lakes, and sweeping passes, then continue to Trento. Cruise across Lake Como, explore elegant Stresa, and visit the UNESCO-listed Sacro Monte of Ghiffa. Cross the Simplon Pass to Zermatt for unforgettable views of the Matterhorn, then explore Lausanne, Gruyères and Gstaad. End the adventure with Lauterbrunnen’s waterfalls, Interlaken’s Mountain scenery, Entlebuch’s pastures and Bellinzona’s medieval castles before returning to Milan.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover Italy on a 15-day tour from Rome to Venice, weaving together history, scenery and flavour. Explore the Colosseum and Roman Forum, then journey through Assisi and Siena to Florence, the Renaissance jewel. Savour Bologna’s culinary traditions, enjoy a spritz in Venice, and admire fairytale Verona before cruising Lake Garda and Lake Como. Ride the Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps, taste wine in Liguria, and wander the colourful Cinque Terre. With iconic cities and hidden gems combined, this journey captures Italy at its finest.
Discover northern Italy and the Swiss Alps on this 8-day group tour from Milan to Venice via Liguria. Start with guided sightseeing and free time to explore Milan’s fashion streets and landmarks before crossing into Switzerland for the Bernina Express, one of the world’s most scenic train rides. Journey on to the Ligurian coast to visit Portofino and the colourful Cinque Terre villages, then travel inland for a taste of Ferrari heritage in Maranello and traditional balsamic vinegar in Modena. End your trip in magical Venice, with its canals, piazzas and iconic sights.
Experience the beauty of northern Italy on this 8-day Italy group tour from Venice to Milan. Begin with canals, cicchetti and the landmarks of Venice before heading to romantic Verona and the wine country of Franciacorta. Explore Bergamo with day trips to shimmering Lake Garda and postcard-perfect Lake Como, where a boat ride to Bellagio is a highlight. In Switzerland, board the Bernina Express for one of Europe’s most scenic train rides through the Alps. The trip ends in stylish Milan, with time to explore its cathedrals, galleries and buzzing café culture.
Discover the beauty of northern Italy on this 9-day journey, starting and ending in Milan. Begin with time to explore the fashion capital before crossing into Switzerland for a spectacular ride on the Bernina Express. Back in Italy, enjoy a guided walking tour of Milan before heading to Lake Garda, Trento and the alpine charm of Bolzano. Explore medieval towns, sip local wines and take in the breathtaking lakes of the Dolomites from a base in Cortina d’Ampezzo, then head back to Milan via
Bassano del Grappa, with a tasting of the local tipple.
ITALY BY TRAIN: Discover the three most popular Italian Lakes on this 8-day tour, staying besides Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Lake Garda. Travel by first-class train and enjoy free time at each lake. From Lake Maggiore, there's an optional scenic rail journey to lakeside Locarno in Switzerland via the Centovalli and in Milan there's the opportunity to enjoy a journey on the iconic Bernina Express to St Moritz. End your Italian adventure with two nights in Italy's fashion capital, Milan.
Explorer
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Milan, Lake Maggiore, Locarno, L
Milan, Lake Maggiore, Locarno, Lake Como, Bellagio, Lake Garda