Country Roads of Northern Italy

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10 daysDuration

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48 peopleMaximum group size

5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

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Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Milan, Italy

Ends

Milan, Italy

Highlights

Trento: See pristine streets decorated with stone castles and modern edifices.

Bolzano: Wander Bolzano’s streets and squares, noticing its Tyrolean-style buildings and the mountain backdrop that frames daily life.

Cortina d'Ampezzo: Enjoy the stunning scenery of Cortina, a small town framed by the magnificent Alps.

Venice: Glide into La Serenissima with a scenic cruise along the Giudecca Canal. As your Travel Director offers a guided orientation, take in the grandeur of 13th to 18th-century palazzi, their colorful facades and elegant balconies lining the water’s edge. Pass iconic landmarks including the Doge’s Palace and the expansive St Mark’s Square, getting your first glimpse of Venice’s timeless beauty from the water.

Venice: Glide through Venice’s canals on an iconic gondola ride, passing beneath historic bridges and past elegant palaces. Soak up the city’s romantic atmosphere as your gondolier navigates the tranquil waterways, offering a unique perspective of this timeless floating city.

Baveno: Stroll along Baveno’s cobbled lanes and see its 16th-century square, framed by lakeside calm.

Como: Take in the exquisite views of the lake and its alpine backdrop as you enjoy this magnificent town.

Baveno: Stroll along Baveno’s cobbled lanes and see its 16th-century square, framed by lakeside calm.

Como: Take in the exquisite views of the lake and its alpine backdrop as you enjoy this magnificent town.

Itinerary

Marvel at the alpine grandeur of Northern Italy on this 10-day adventure trip, 'Country Roads of Northern Italy.' Starting and ending in Milan, you’ll enjoy the elegance of Cortina d’Ampezzo’s ski resort, explore Venice’s atmospheric canals while serenaded by local musicians, and witness Venetian glass artistry firsthand. Savor a farm-to-table dinner on Isola dei Pescatori in Lake Maggiore, featuring fresh fish and local wines. Perfect for travelers who cherish both scenery and culture, this tour package stands out for its blend of exclusive culinary experiences and access to Italy’s most picturesque regions.

day 1 - Welcome to Italy

After a warm welcome at Milans Malpensa Airport, transfers depart for your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and join a local historian to navigate through Milan's history. See the impressive facade of Milan Cathedral and the world famous La Scala Opera House. Linking the two is the elegant glass vaulted shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, lined with luxury boutiques. Mingle and get to know your fellow travelers during dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals:Dinner with Wine

Location Visited:Milan

Accommodation:Duo, Milan

day 2 - Fair Verona and Trento

Cross the fertile plains of Lombardy to fair Verona, the home of Shakespeares star-crossed lovers. Explore its maze of elegant squares and visit the well-preserved Roman Arena, still used for opera performances. Explore Verona with Insight Choice. Choose a walking tour through the grand piazzas, see the statue of Dante and admire the Gothic tombs of the Scala family. Alternatively, embark on a Shakespeare-themed walk to recount famous moments from the story of Romeo and Juliet. Continue on to Trento, regarded as one of Italy's most appealing cities to live in.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Milan, Verona, Trento

Accommodation:NH Trento

day 3 - Climb up to Cortina dAmpezzo Relaxed Start

Follow the Adige River north into the magnificent mountains and the distinctive limestone peaks of the Dolomites. Arrive at the town of Bolzano, where Italy and Austria culturally collide and you are at leisure to explore the arcaded streets and squares. Continue along the zig-zagging scenic route to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italys most exclusive ski resort and a beautiful alpine haven during summer.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Location Visited:Trento, Bolzano, Cortina d'Ampezzo

Accommodation:Hotel de la Poste, Cortina d'Ampezzo

day 4 - The Dolomites at Leisure Relaxed Start

Enjoy a day at your leisure in this fashionable playground of the rich and famous, surrounded by towering cathedrals of rock. Take in the fresh mountain air as you stroll the pedestrianized Corso Italia, lined with designer stores and backed by the impressive green and white bell tower of the parish church. Why not ascend to the summit of one of the nearby peaks for magnificent panoramic views of the Dolomites?

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Cortina d'Ampezzo

Accommodation:Hotel de la Poste, Cortina d'Ampezzo

day 5 - Through Prosecco Country to Venice

Travel down through more majestic Dolomite scenery to one of the worlds most breathtaking wine regions. Protected by the Alps to the north and caressed by the warm breezes from the Adriatic, the vineyards around Conegliano Veneto produce Italys most prized sparkling wine. Stop in Conegliano, where great care is taken to ensure these hand-picked grapes produce the world's finest prosecco. See how production differs from its more famous French counterpart, champagne. Be tempted with a taste of the crisp and aromatic flavors. Continue on to the unique and remarkable island city of Venice, Queen of the Adriatic and check into your hotel.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Cortina d'Ampezzo, Conegliano, Venice

Accommodation:Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice

day 6 - The Magic of La Serenissima

Wake up ready to embrace this romantic city. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience during a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop, where you can see how beautiful handcrafted glass is made by expert glassblowers, safeguarding traditional skills. What better way to see Venice than from a private boat, cruising past palazzos and churches to St. Marks Square? See the gilded basilica, the Doge's Palace and Lord Byrons Bridge of Sighs. No visit to Venice would be complete without a gondola serenade through the myriad of beautiful canals. Relax and enjoy traditional local songs, as you drift along in romantic awe. Spend the afternoon as you wish. As night falls, why not savor the magic of St. Marks Square with its orchestras and alfresco cafes?

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Venice

Accommodation:Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice

day 7 - Italy's Lake District Relaxed Start

Depart enchanting Venice and journey to Lake Garda. Admire the castle and views over the lake from the stylish resort of Sirmione perched on the tip of its peninsula. Cross the fertile lands of Lombardy to Lake Maggiore where Baveno beckons. Later you have a choice of cuisine and ambience from a hand-picked selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Location Visited:Venice, Sirmione, Baveno

Accommodation:Simplon, Baveno

day 8 - Lake Como and Lake Maggiore Relaxed Start

Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, enjoy the glamour of the Italian Lakes, a prime people watching spot where Europe's rich and famous like to spend their time. Revel in the ambiance of Como town, renowned for its celebrity clientele, beautiful silk scarves and lakeside location, which you can admire during your orientation.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Lake Maggiore, Baveno, Como, Baveno

Accommodation:Simplon, Baveno

day 9 - Italian Lakes at Leisure Relaxed Start

Relish a full day to relax and enjoy this popular resort and beautiful lake. Napoleon came here to plan his Italian Campaign, and Mussolini and Chamberlain met here before World War II to sign the Treaty of Stresa. Perhaps take a cruise out to the lovely Borromean Islands? Isola Bella is where Carlo Borromeo built his charming Palace. Savor delicious Farm-to-Table cuisine during your dinner, accompanied by some exquisite Italian wines. Raise a glass to your travels and newfound friends.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner with Wine

Location Visited:Lake Maggiore

Accommodation:Simplon, Baveno

day 10 - Depart Italy

Your journey draws to a close in the morning and transfers arrive at Milan's Malpensa Airport.

Meals:Breakfast

Location Visited:Lake Maggiore

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Accommodation

Duo Milan Porta Nuova HotelNH Trento HotelHotel de la Poste, Cortina d'AmpezzoEurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice HotelGrand Hotel Dino, BavenoHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.

Meals

Dinner (x4)Breakfast (x9)Milan: Get to know your fellow travellers over a special dinner with wine.Lake Maggiore: Gather on the shores of Lake Maggiore to toast your journey, sharing a farm-to-table dinner and local wines in a relaxed final evening.

Transport

Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.

Guide

From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.Conegliano: Visit a local winery to taste regional prosecco and meet the vignerons who guide its production. Learn how this distinctive style has developed its own identity alongside France’s well-known counterpart and enjoy the shared experience of discovering a craft rooted in the Veneto.

Others

Choose between two carefully selected activitiesVerona: See the statue of Dante and the Gothic tombs of the Scala family on a walking tour through grand piazzas.Verona: Embark on a Shakespeare-themed walk to recount famous moments from Romeo and Juliet's story, ending in Piazza dei Signori, the main square where the star-crossed lovers tragedy took place.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Baveno: Choose your dining experience from a selection of hand-picked local restaurants, each offering their own unique cuisine and ambience on your Dine-Around Evening.Verona: See the statue of Dante and the Gothic tombs of the Scala family on a walking tour through grand piazzas.Verona: Embark on a Shakespeare-themed walk to recount famous moments from Romeo and Juliet's story, ending in Piazza dei Signori, the main square where the star-crossed lovers tragedy took place.Milan: A local historian brings Milan's history to life, including the contributions of Leonardo da Vinci, during a guided walking tour. See the impressive facade of the Milan Cathedral and the world famous La Scala Theatre.Venice: Witness the ancient skill of glassblowing, now practised by precious few masters. Watch artisans create delicate works of art using rare traditional practices. The workshop's artisans teach visitors about the traditional craft of glassblowing and its history which dates back to the 15th century. Every visit helps to support the workshop and the survival of this traditional craft. This workshop directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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