Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome
You'll arrive in Rome and get settled into your accommodation. There's an optional airport transfer available if you need it, though it does come with an extra charge. Take some time to get oriented in the city once you're checked in.
Optional Activities
- Airport transfer
- Day 2
Rome
This is a full day exploring Rome's ancient history. You'll start with the Colosseum, then move through the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill with a guided tour. After lunch, head to the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel using skip-the-line tickets so you won't waste time in queues. From there, walk through St. Peter's Basilica. There's free time built in between activities, so you can grab coffee or explore on your own.
Included Activities
- Tour the Colosseum Arena in-depth
- Visit Palatine Hill and the Roman Forum
- Visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel with skip-the-line tickets
- Explore St. Peter's Basilica
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum Roman Forum Palatine Hill Vatican Museums Sistine Chapel St. Peter's Basilica - Day 3
Rome to Florence
Take the train to Florence in the morning. Once there, you'll spend the day on a food tour through the city's hidden culinary spots. You'll visit local eateries off the beaten path, try traditional Florentine dishes, and sample Tuscan wines while chatting with locals. The tour finishes with dessert wine paired with cantucci cookies, a nice way to end the afternoon.
- Meals
- Lunch (Traditional Florentine dishes including Schiacciata bread, pasta, and Pappa al Pomodoro with Tuscan wine tasting), Snack (Cantucci (in winter) or gelato (in summer) dipped in Vino Santo dessert wine)
Included Activities
- Train to Florence
- Food tour with tastings at several secret eateries
- Tuscan wine tasting with locals
- Traditional Florentine dish tastings including Schiacciata bread, pasta, and Pappa al Pomodoro
- Dessert tasting: cantucci (winter) or gelato (summer) with Vino Santo
- Day 4
Tuscany Day Tour
Start the day walking through Siena's medieval streets and seeing its important landmarks. Then you'll head to a family-run Chianti vineyard for wine tasting and a Tuscan lunch. Later, drive to the hilltop town of San Gimignano to check out its towers and views. On the scenic route back to Florence, you'll pass by the Leaning Tower of Pisa. You'll return to Florence by evening.
- Meals
- Lunch (Tuscan lunch with homemade pasta, cured meats, local cheeses, and cantucci with Vino Santo)
Included Activities
- Explore Siena's medieval streets, Piazza del Campo, and the Duomo
- Visit a family-run Chianti vineyard for wine tasting
- Tuscan lunch with homemade pasta, cured meats, and local cheeses
- Cantucci and Vino Santo tasting
- Visit the hilltop town of San Gimignano
- Scenic drive through Tuscany to Pisa
- View the Leaning Tower of Pisa (outside)
Optional Activities
- Free time for shopping, wandering, or grabbing coffee in Siena
Landmarks/POIs Piazza del Campo Siena Cathedral (Duomo) San Gimignano Leaning Tower of Pisa - Day 5
Florence to Venice
Train to Venice and spend the day in the San Marco district. You'll wander through the city's quiet streets and quieter corners, visiting places like the Scala Contarini del Bovolo, a hidden staircase with great views. Pass through Campo Manin and see the Teatro La Fenice opera house and the Church of San Moise. The mix of major sites and lesser-known spots gives you a real feel for Venice beyond the main tourist areas.
Included Activities
- Train to Venice
- Stroll through the San Marco district
- Walk past Venice's iconic landmarks
- Explore the quiet charm of Campo Manin
- Admire the exterior of the Teatro La Fenice and the Church of San Moise
Landmarks/POIs Scala Contarini del Bovolo Campo Manin Teatro La Fenice Church of San Moise - Day 6
Venice to Milan
Head by train to Milan and explore the Navigli area on a food tour. You'll start with a traditional Milanese aperitivo, then sample street foods and local cocktails while learning about Milan's food culture. The tour focuses on the neighborhood's casual eating scene and local spots where Milanesi actually go to eat and drink.
- Meals
- Snack (Milanese aperitivo with street foods, pizza cones, cocktails, and local drinks in the Navigli area)
Included Activities
- Train to Milan
- Food tour in the Navigli area
- Milanese aperitivo tasting
- Street food tastings including pizza cones
- Local drinks and cocktails tasting
Landmarks/POIs Navigli - Day 7
Lake Como
Take a bus to Lake Como, stopping first in Tremezzina to take in the views. A 1-hour boat ride takes you across the water, and you'll dock in Bellagio to walk through its narrow alleys and sit down for coffee or gelato. The boat continues to Cadenabbia, and then you'll visit Como's historic center before heading back to Milan by bus later in the day.
Included Activities
- Travel by bus to Lake Como
- Stop in Tremezzina
- 1-hour boat cruise on Lake Como
- Dock at Bellagio to explore and relax with coffee or gelato
- Boat travel to Cadenabbia
- Visit Como's historic center
Optional Activities
- Free time for shopping and exploring
Landmarks/POIs Tremezzina Lake Como Bellagio Cadenabbia - Day 8
Milan to Zurich
Train to Zurich, crossing into Switzerland. Once you arrive, you can spend the day however you like. Walk through the Old Town with its narrow streets and historic buildings, or head down to Lake Zurich's shoreline to relax by the water. It's a good day to get used to the Swiss pace of things after the hustle of Italy.
Included Activities
- Train to Zurich
Optional Activities
- Explore the Old Town of Zurich
- Walk along Lake Zurich's shoreline
Landmarks/POIs Lake Zurich - Day 9
Swiss Alps
Travel by train to the Jungfrau region of the Swiss Alps. You'll stop in Interlaken, the gateway town to the mountains, and take in the views as you head to Grindelwald. From there, continue to Lauterbrunnen, where you'll see dramatic cliffs and waterfalls all around you. The whole day involves scenic train rides and photo stops, then you'll return to Zurich by evening.
Included Activities
- Travel to the Jungfrau region of the Swiss Alps
- Stop in Interlaken
- Travel to Grindelwald with spectacular views
- Visit Lauterbrunnen
- View Staubbach Falls
Optional Activities
- Cliff Walk in Grindelwald
- Cable car to Mt First
- Trottibike rides in Grindelwald
- Free time to explore the village
Landmarks/POIs Interlaken Grindelwald Lauterbrunnen Staubbach Falls Mt First - Day 10
End of Tour
Your trip ends today as you depart from Zurich. There's an optional train transfer to the airport if you want it, though this costs extra. Head to the station and make your way home, wrapping up your time in Italy and Switzerland.
Optional Activities
- Airport transfer by train
