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11 Days: Venice - Milan - Bergamo - La Spezia

Tour overview:

Experience the highlights of Northern Italy on an 11-day journey through Venice, Verona, Bergamo, Milan, the Italian Riviera, and Cinque Terre. Discover iconic landmarks, charming lakeside towns, and spectacular coastal villages, including Lake Garda, Lake Como, Portofino, and the Cinque Terre. Enjoy authentic culinary experiences with Franciacorta wine tasting, local cicchetti, Ligurian specialties, and traditional balsamic vinegar. Travel aboard the scenic Bernina Express, explore the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, and admire the artistic and cultural treasures of Milan and Venice. This journey combines Italy’s celebrated cities, breathtaking landscapes, rich traditions, and exceptional regional cuisine.

Day 1 - Arrive Venice

Meet your driver at the airport and enjoy your included transfer to the hotel. Check in at your hotel for a restful overnight stay.

Day 2 - Venice

After breakfast, enjoy your transfer to Piazza San Marco and visit Venice’s iconic landmarks: the Palazzo dei Dogi and the famous Bridge of Sighs. After the walking tour, relax with a spritz or prosecco, the perfect way to conclude your visit. Enjoy a taste of Venetian "cicchetti", a local tapas variation. Spend the afternoon exploring Venice’s canals at your leisure. In the evening, return to the hotel for overnight stay. (B, Local food Experience)

Day 3 - Venice - Verona - franciacorta - Bergamo

After breakfast, visit Verona, a city rich in history and culture. Explore Roman ruins, medieval structures, and Renaissance palaces on a guided tour. Don't miss Juliet’s house and balcony, famous from Shakespeare’s "Romeo and Juliet." Then, travel to Francia- corta, known for its ideal winemaking soil, for a light lunch with local food and wine. After this, head to Bergamo for the overnight stay. (B, Light Lunch & Wine Tasting)

Day 4 - Bergamo - Sirmione - Desenzano del Garda - Bergamo

After breakfast, set off for Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake. Enjoy a panoramic tour along the west coast, passing the Brenta Dolomites and Moraine Hills, surrounded by lush vegetation. In Sirmi- one, take a boat tour to admire its picturesque shores, the Castle, and the Grottoes of Catullus. After free time for lunch, head to Desenzano del Garda with its elegant lakeside promenade and historical center that reflects traces of Venetian influence. Dinner and overnight stay in Bergamo. (B, D)

Day 5 - Bergamo - Como - Bellagio - Milano

After breakfast, enjoy a brief visit to Como, renowned for its breathtaking views of lake Como and the surrounding Alps. From Como, you will embark on a boat to Bellagio, an elegant village nestled at the junction of the lake’s two southern branches, famous for its charming streets, luxury hotels, historic villas, and lush gardens. Lunch at your leisure. In the afternoon, take the ferry to Cadenabbia, where you will meet your driver and begin your journey to Milan. Overnight stay in Milan. (B)

Day 6 - 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 7 - Milan

After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore Milan at your own pace. In the afternoon, meet your local guide for a three- hour 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 Mon- tanelli, 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, fol- lowed by a relaxing aperitivo. Free time before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay in Milan. (B, Local food Experience)

Day 8 - 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 9 - La Spezia - Cinque Terre - La Spezia

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a memo- rable 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 10 - La Spezia - Maranello - ferrari Museum - Modena - 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)