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Begin your Italian journey with a flight to Milan, setting the stage for 10 days of iconic cities, breathtaking lakes, Renaissance art, and medieval towns.
Arrive in Milan and transfer to the picturesque town of Como, located on the shores of the enchanting Lake Como, one of Italy’s most romantic destinations. Spend the afternoon at leisure to admire the stunning scenery or relax at your hotel.
Orientation & Dinner: Meet your Tour Manager at 6 PM for a welcome briefing, followed by dinner.
Overnight: Como
Meals: Dinner
Embark on a morning cruise across Lake Como to the charming village of Bellagio, often called “The Pearl of Lake Como.” Wander through its cobblestone streets lined with boutiques, cafés, and craft shops, or visit the elegant gardens of Villa Melzi or Villa Serbelloni. Return to Como in the afternoon to enjoy lakeside restaurants, shopping, and the breathtaking mountain backdrop.
Overnight: Como
Meals: Breakfast
Travel to Verona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its Roman heritage and as the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Enjoy a guided walking tour, then free time to explore the city’s charming squares and streets. Continue to Venice for dinner and overnight stay.
Overnight: Venice
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Venice with a boat ride to Murano, renowned for its colorful glass artistry. Visit a glassblowing factory to witness the craft firsthand. Return to Venice’s main island for a guided walking tour through narrow alleys and picturesque bridges leading to St. Mark’s Square.
Highlights: Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, Basilica of San Marco (external views).
Optional: Gondola ride in the afternoon for a romantic canal experience.
Overnight: Venice
Meals: Breakfast
Travel through Tuscany’s rolling hills dotted with olive groves and vineyards. Stop in Lucca, a medieval gem surrounded by intact 17th-century city walls. Walk the Roman grid streets and visit the Church of San Michele, built on the site of the ancient Roman Forum. Continue to Montecatini for overnight.
Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast
Spend the day exploring Montecatini at your own pace, or join an optional tour to the spectacular Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site comprising five villages perched along cliffs above the Ligurian Sea. Enjoy scenic walks, colorful villages, and breathtaking coastal views. Tour operation is weather-dependent.
Optional: Cinque Terre Tour
Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy Montecatini at leisure, or embark on an optional full-day excursion to Siena, a medieval hilltop city famous for its Piazza del Campo and the Palio horse race. Explore the city’s historic streets, landmarks, and savor the Tuscan atmosphere, cuisine, and wines.
Optional: Full Day Siena from Montecatini
Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel to Florence, the cradle of the Italian Renaissance. Take a guided walking tour through the city center to see the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Baptistery’s “Gates of Paradise.” Stroll through Signoria Square and cross the Ponte Vecchio. Afternoon at leisure for independent museum visits, shopping, or exploring Florence’s world-class art and leather markets. Museum entrance fees not included.
Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to Florence Airport for your departure flight, taking home memories of Italy’s lakes, canals, Renaissance art, and Tuscan countryside.
Meals: Breakfast
Round-trip flights: New York → Milan / Florence → New York (other cities available)
8 nights First Class accommodations: 2 nights Lake Como region, 2 nights Venice, 4 nights Montecatini
Hotel taxes, fees, and porterage
All transfers included with airfare purchase
12 meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 dinners
Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
English-speaking Tour Manager and local guides
Entrance fees per itinerary
Tips for porters, wait staff, and local guides
Wireless earphones for enhanced touring
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