1 3-Day Italian & Alpine Discovery Tour

Milan • Lake Como • Bernina Express • St. Moritz • Davos • Innsbruck • Salzburg • Vienna
Small Group Escorted Tour | UNESCO Sites | Culinary Experiences | Swiss & Austrian Alps

Experience the perfect blend of Italian glamour, Swiss alpine wonder, and Austrian imperial elegance on this immersive 13-day journey. Explore historic cities, scenic lakes, majestic mountains, and enjoy exclusive hands-on culinary experiences—all in a small group for a personalized adventure.

DAY 1 – Depart for Italy

Board your flight to Italy and start your unforgettable European journey.

DAY 2 – Arrive in Milan

Arrive in Milan and transfer to your hotel. Spend the day at leisure exploring this energetic hub of fashion and design.

Evening: Orientation meeting with your Tour Manager followed by dinner at the hotel.

Meals: Dinner
Overnight: Milan

DAY 3 – Milan City Tour

Discover Milan on a panoramic city tour:

• Sforza Castle

• Duomo di Milano

• Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Afternoon at leisure: Optional visits to Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper (advance booking required), Brera Art Gallery, or the charming Navigli district.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Milan

DAY 4 – Lake Como & Bellagio

Drive to Lake Como and visit the picturesque village of Bellagio, known as “The Pearl of Lake Como.” Stroll through cobblestone streets, discover craft shops, and admire villas with landscaped gardens such as Villa Melzi or Villa Serbelloni. Continue to Sondrio in the Valtellina Alps.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Sondrio

DAY 5 – Bernina Express, St. Moritz & Davos

Drive to Tirano and board the iconic Bernina Express. Witness breathtaking alpine landscapes en route to Pontresina. After lunch on your own, take a horse-drawn carriage ride* through the Roseg Valley and explore St. Moritz. Continue to Davos for check-in.

*Participation in the carriage ride is optional.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Davos

DAY 6 – Davos Alpine Adventure

Morning funicular ride offers panoramic alpine views. Visit the historical Alpinum botanical garden and learn about local flora. Enjoy an authentic Swiss lunch at a mountain restaurant. End the day with a unique alphorn class and experience the sound of the Alps.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Davos

DAY 7 – Innsbruck & Kirchberg in Tirol

Drive to Innsbruck and explore its rich imperial architecture:

• Golden Roof

• Imperial Palace

• St. James Cathedral

Continue to Kirchberg in Tirol for check-in and dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Kirchberg in Tirol

DAY 8 – Creamery Visit & Home-Hosted Lunch

Visit a local creamery in Tirol, learn about cheesemaking, and sample fresh local cheeses. Enjoy a home-hosted lunch with traditional Austrian cuisine and hospitality. Return to Kirchberg for dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Kirchberg in Tirol

DAY 9 – Salzburg City Tour

Drive through the Austrian Alps to Salzburg, birthplace of Mozart. Explore Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site:

• Mirabell Palace

• Salzburg Cathedral

• Hohensalzburg Fortress

Evening dinner features Austrian specialties accompanied by live Mozart music.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Salzburg

DAY 10 – Hallstatt & Apple Strudel Cooking Class

Visit the idyllic village of Hallstatt. Stroll its cobblestone streets, admire lakeside views, and enjoy free time. Return to Salzburg for a hands-on apple strudel cooking class under a local chef’s guidance.

Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: Salzburg

DAY 11 – Melk Abbey, Durnstein & Wine Tasting

Drive along the Danube to Melk Abbey, a Baroque masterpiece. Visit the quaint village of Durnstein for a wine tasting at a historic cellar. Continue to Vienna for check-in.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight: Vienna

DAY 12 – Imperial Vienna & Schönbrunn Palace

Tour Vienna along the Ringstrasse:

• Hofburg Palace

• St. Stephen’s Cathedral

• Evening after-hours tour of Schönbrunn Palace

Farewell dinner at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight: Vienna

DAY 13 – Depart Austria

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Package Includes

• Small group experience (max 22 travelers)

• Flights: New York – Milan / Vienna – New York

• 11 nights First Class accommodations:

  • 2 Milan | 1 Sondrio | 2 Davos | 2 Kirchberg in Tirol | 2 Salzburg | 2 Vienna

• Bernina Express Train: Tirano – Pontresina

• 20 meals: 11 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 6 dinners

• Air-conditioned vehicles for sightseeing

• English-speaking Tour Manager & expert local guides

• Guided tours with entrance fees, home-hosted & culinary experiences

• Tips for porters, wait staff & local guides

• Wireless earphones for enhanced touring

Why Book This Italian & Alpine Tour?

✔ Explore Milan, the Italian fashion capital
✔ Cruise scenic Lake Como & Bellagio
✔ Bernina Express train through the Swiss Alps
✔ Hands-on culinary experiences in Hallstatt & Tirol
✔ UNESCO heritage sites & historic castles
✔ Small group for an immersive, personalized experience

Reserve Your Italy & Alpine Adventure Today

From Italian glamour to Swiss alpine beauty and Austrian imperial elegance, this 13-day journey offers unforgettable cultural and scenic experiences.