13-Day Italy Grand Escorted Tour

Lake Maggiore • Verona • Venice • Tuscany • Florence • Amalfi Coast

Small Group Italy Tour | First-Class Hotels | Scenic Lakes & Coastal Drives | Renaissance Art & Mediterranean Beauty

Experience the ultimate Northern & Southern Italy escorted tour, combining romantic lakes, UNESCO-listed cities, Renaissance masterpieces, Tuscan landscapes, and the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Designed for travelers seeking a seamless, premium small-group experience, this 13-day Italy journey blends culture, history, cuisine, and spectacular scenery — all with expert guidance and hand-picked accommodations.

Limited departures. Maximum comfort. Unforgettable Italy.

DAY 1 – Monday

Depart for Italy

Board your overnight flight to Milan and begin your dream Italian vacation.

DAY 2 – Tuesday

Arrival in Milan – Transfer to Baveno, Lake Maggiore

Arrive in Milan and transfer to Baveno, beautifully located on the shores of Lake Maggiore — one of Italy’s most romantic lake destinations.

Enjoy leisure time surrounded by mountain views and sparkling waters. This evening, meet your Tour Manager followed by a welcome dinner.

Overnight: Baveno, Lake Maggiore
Meals: Dinner

DAY 3 – Wednesday

Isola Bella & Isola dei Pescatori

Cruise across Lake Maggiore to:

• Isola Bella – Visit the Borromeo Palace and its spectacular terraced gardens with white peacocks.

• Isola dei Pescatori – Explore charming medieval lanes and traditional fishermen’s houses.

Return to Baveno for leisure time along the lakeside promenade.

Overnight: Baveno
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 4 – Thursday

Verona & Arrival in Venice

Travel to Verona, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for Roman remains and Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet.

Enjoy an orientation walk before continuing to Venice for dinner.

Overnight: Venice
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 5 – Friday

Murano & Venice Walking Tour

Begin with a boat ride to Murano to witness traditional glassblowing.

Return to Venice for a guided walking tour including:

• St Mark’s Square

• Doge’s Palace

• Bridge of Sighs

• St Mark’s Basilica

Optional gondola ride available.

Overnight: Venice
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6 – Saturday

Lucca en route to Montecatini Terme

Travel through Tuscany’s rolling hills to Lucca, a walled medieval jewel. Walk its Roman grid streets and visit San Michele Church.

Continue to Montecatini Terme.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 7 – Sunday

Leisure or Optional Siena

Spend the day at leisure or join the optional Siena excursion. Visit the magnificent Piazza del Campo, home of the famous Palio horse race.

Evening dinner at your hotel.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 8 – Monday

Leisure or Optional Cinque Terre

Enjoy free time or explore the dramatic coastal villages of Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site of five cliffside towns connected by scenic trails, trains, and boats.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 9 – Tuesday

Renaissance Florence

Travel to Florence for a guided walking tour including:

• Florence Cathedral

• Florence Baptistery

• Giotto’s Campanile

• Piazza della Signoria

• Palazzo Vecchio

• Ponte Vecchio

Free time for museums, leather shopping, or café culture before returning to Montecatini.

Overnight: Montecatini
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 10 – Wednesday

Journey to the Sorrento Coast

Drive south through Lazio with a scenic countryside lunch before reaching the Gulf of Naples and the Sorrento Coast.

Overnight: Castellammare di Stabia
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 11 – Thursday

Leisure or Optional Capri

Relax along the stunning coastline or join the optional Capri excursion.

Highlights include:

• Anacapri village

• Gardens of Augustus

• Faraglioni rock formations

Overnight: Castellammare di Stabia
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 12 – Friday

The Spectacular Amalfi Coast

Drive along one of the world’s most scenic coastal roads. Pass lemon groves and dramatic cliffs overlooking turquoise waters.

Stop in Amalfi and drive by Positano.

Farewell dinner this evening.

Overnight: Castellammare di Stabia
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

DAY 13 – Saturday

Departure from Naples

Transfer to Naples Airport for your return flight.

Meals: Breakfast

✔ Escorted Package Includes

• Round-trip flights (New York – Milan / Naples – New York)

• 11 nights First-Class accommodations

• 17 meals (11 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 5 dinners)

• Professional English-speaking Tour Manager

• Local expert guides

• All entrance fees per itinerary

• Modern air-conditioned motor coach

• Hotel porterage & city taxes

• Wireless earphones for guided touring

Why Book This Italy Escorted Tour?

✔ Romantic Lake Maggiore & Borromean Islands
✔ Verona & Venice UNESCO highlights
✔ Tuscany’s medieval gems
✔ Florence Renaissance masterpieces
✔ Optional Siena & Cinque Terre
✔ Amalfi Coast panoramic drive
✔ Capri island excursion
✔ Small-group comfort & premium service

Reserve Your Italy Dream Journey Today

From the serene beauty of Lake Maggiore to the dramatic Amalfi Coast, this 13-day Italy small group tour delivers the perfect balance of culture, history, scenery, and authentic Italian lifestyle.

Limited availability — book now and experience Italy in style.