Milan With Bernina Express, Liguria & Venice 8 Days
8 Days: Milan - Bernina Express - Milan - Santa Margherita Ligure - Portofino - Sestri Levante (Local Food Experience with Wine Tasting) - La Spezia - Cinque Terre - Maranello - Ferrari Museum - Modena (Acetaia Experience with Local Food) - Venice
Tour overview:
Discover the beauty and culture of Northern Italy on this 8-day journey. Explore Milan’s iconic landmarks, including the Duomo and Castello Sforzesco, and enjoy the breathtaking Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. Visit the glamorous seaside villages of Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure, and experience the picturesque Cinque Terre. Enjoy unique culinary experiences in Sestri Levante and Modena, including balsamic tasting and Ferrari Museum highlights. Conclude your journey in Venice with its canals, Piazza San Marco, and local cicchetti. This tour blends history, scenic landscapes, culture, and authentic Italian flavors.
Day 1 - Arrive Milan
Welcome to Milan! Meet your driver at the airport and enjoy your included transfer to the hotel. Check in at your Milan hotel and overnight.
Day 2 - Milan - Bernina Express - Milan
After breakfast, meet your driver and travel to St. Moritz for some free time. Then, board the Bernina Express and enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides through the Swiss Alps. Marvel at alpine villages, tunnels, and breathtaking mountain views as you cross the Bernina Pass toward Tirano. Upon arrival, your driver will be waiting to take you back to Milan. (B)
Day 3 - Milan
After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore Milan at your own pace. In the afternoon, meet your local guide for a threehour walking tour through the heart of the city. Begin at Porta Venezia, a historic gate with medieval and Roman origins, and continue to Corso Venezia. Walk through the Giardini Indro Montanelli, pass by the Galleria d’Arte Moderna and continue along Viale Manzoni. From the outside, see the iconic Teatro alla Scala and admire the majestic façade of the Milan Cathedral (Duomo). The tour ends at Castello Sforzesco, a medieval fortress, followed by a relaxing aperitivo. Free time before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay in Milan. (B, Local Food Experience)
Day 4 - Milan - Santa Margherita Ligure - Portofino - Sestri Levante - La Spezia
Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before departing Milan by coach to the Liguria Region. The first stop is Santa Margherita Ligure, known as "La Perla del Tigullio," surrounded by the sea and mountains. Admire its port and luxury hotels. Next, a boat ride takes you to glamorous Portofino, famous for its boutiques and colorful streets. Explore this stunning seaside village, cherished by writers like Guy de Maupassant. In the afternoon departure to Sestri Levante for a local food and wine tasting experience. Finally, reach La Spezia for an overnight stay. (B, Local Food Experience with Wine Tasting)
Day 5 - La Spezia - Cinque Terre - La Spezia
Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a memorable journey to the Cinque Terre, one of the Mediterranean's most pristine regions, featuring the villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. These charming villages are nestled between rugged cliffs and lush hills, boasting some of the cleanest waters in the Mediterranean. Explore the Cinque Terre by local train, with free time to savor a delightful lunch. In the afternoon, return to La Spezia for a relaxing overnight stay. (B)
Day 6 - La Spezia - Maranello - Ferrari Museum - Modena (Acetaia Experience with Local Food) - Venice
After breakfast, depart La Spezia and travel inland through scenic Italian countryside. Stop in Maranello to experience the world of Ferrari with a guided visit to the iconic Ferrari Museum, celebrating speed, innovation, and Italian style. Continue to a traditional acetaia near Modena for a unique experience learning about Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale. Enjoy a guided tasting paired with regional flavors and a genuine lunch in a welcoming family atmosphere. In the afternoon, drive northeast across the plains of Emilia-Romagna and Veneto. Arrive in Venice by early evening, check in at your hotel, and enjoy free time. Overnight in Venice. (B, L)
Day 7 - Venice
Begin your day in Piazza San Marco. Visit Doge’s Palace and stroll by the Bridge of Sighs. End the tour with a Venetian aperitif and cicchetti. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, exploring the canals. Overnight stay in Venice. (B, Local Food Experience)
Day 8 - Depart Venice
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel as your tour with us comes to a close with the last service, transfer to the airport. End of our services. (B)