Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome
You'll land at Rome airport and get picked up for your hotel transfer. This afternoon, hop on the open-top bus with your included ticket and take in Rome's main sights from eight different stops. The commentary comes through in 12 languages, so you can follow along as you pass the iconic spots. After that, the evening is yours to relax at the hotel or wander around the city on your own.
Included Activities
- Hop-on Hop-off panoramic bus tour in Rome (valid for one day)
- Day 2
Rome
A professional guide leads you through Rome's archaeological heart for about two and a half hours. You'll get personal radio receivers so you can hear everything clearly while walking through the Colosseum, then up to Palatine Hill where you get great views across the city, and finally through the Roman Forum. Once the tour ends, you have the rest of the day completely free to do whatever you like.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Colosseum, Roman Forum & Palatine Hill with skip-the-line entry
Landmarks Colosseum Palatine Hill Roman Forum - Day 3
Rome to Assisi to Siena to Florence
You'll head out at 7:15 a.m. on a deluxe coach toward Florence. The first stop is Assisi, where you'll see the Basilica of St Francis with its incredible frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue, then grab lunch. From there, you'll drive to Siena to check out the UNESCO World Heritage Piazza del Campo. After that, it's a scenic drive through the Tuscan countryside before arriving in Florence and checking into your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Visit to Assisi and Basilica of St Francis
- Visit to Siena and Piazza del Campo
Landmarks Basilica of St Francis Piazza del Campo 
- Day 4
Florence
After breakfast, you'll walk through Florence's main attractions including the Cathedral with Brunelleschi's dome, Giotto's Bell Tower, the Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Basilica of Santa Croce. Lunch happens at a traditional Tuscan restaurant. The afternoon is free, so you can either wander around Florence at your own pace or join an optional trip to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower. The evening is yours to relax.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Florence including Cathedral, Giotto's Bell Tower, Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Basilica of Santa Croce
Optional Activities
- Optional excursion to Pisa to see the Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli
Landmarks Florence Cathedral Giotto's Bell Tower Baptistery of Florence Piazza della Signoria Palazzo Vecchio Basilica of Santa Croce Leaning Tower of Pisa Piazza dei Miracoli - Day 5
Florence to Bologna to Venice
You'll leave Florence and head to Bologna, where the historic centre is covered by famous porticos. Walking around, you'll see Piazza del Nettuno and the Basilica of San Petronio. There's time for a light lunch sampling traditional food and modern street food that Bologna is known for. In the afternoon, you'll continue on to Venice and check in at your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Gastronomic experience in Bologna with light lunch
Landmarks Piazza del Nettuno Basilica of San Petronio 
- Day 6
Venice
A guide takes you to Piazza San Marco for a tour of Venice's main sights, including the Doge's Palace and the Bridge of Sighs. During the tour, you'll stop to have a glass of spritz or prosecco with cicchetti, the small Venetian snacks. The afternoon is free to explore the canals, check out artisan shops, or find quieter spots around the city before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Venice including Doge's Palace and Bridge of Sighs
- Spritz & Cicchetti experience in Venice
Landmarks Piazza San Marco Doge's Palace Bridge of Sighs - Day 7
Venice to Verona to Franciacorta to Bergamo
After breakfast, your guide takes you through Verona to see Roman ruins, medieval buildings, and Renaissance palaces. You'll stop at Juliet's house with its famous balcony. Then you'll head into the Franciacorta wine region for a light lunch with local dishes and wine tasting. Later, you'll travel to Bergamo for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Light lunch featuring regional dishes complemented by a tasting of local wines in Franciacorta)
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Verona
- Wine tasting with gastronomic specialities in Franciacorta
Landmarks Juliet's House 
- Day 8
Bergamo to Lake Garda to Bergamo
You'll drive to Lake Garda, Italy's biggest lake, following the western shore with views of the Brenta Dolomites and Moraine Hills. In Sirmione, you'll take a boat trip to see the castle and Grottoes of Catullus. After lunch on your own, you'll stop in Desenzano del Garda to walk along the lakeside promenade and explore the historic centre with its Venetian character. Then back to Bergamo for dinner and overnight.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Boat trip in Sirmione to see the castle and Grottoes of Catullus
Landmarks Lake Garda Sirmione Castle Grottoes of Catullus Desenzano del Garda - Day 9
Bergamo to Como to Bellagio to Milan
Heading from Bergamo toward Como, you'll get beautiful views of Lake Como with the Alps in the background. You'll board a boat and cross the water to Bellagio, a refined village where two arms of the lake meet. It's known for winding streets, grand villas, and beautiful gardens. There's free time for lunch, then you'll ferry to Cadenabbia where your driver picks you up for Milan.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Lake Como Bellagio 
- Day 10
Bergamo to St Moritz to Tirano to Milan
You'll depart Bergamo toward St Moritz in Switzerland with free time to check out this famous alpine resort. Then comes the Bernina Express, one of the world's best rail journeys, winding across Bernina Pass through tunnels and viaducts with views of traditional villages and dramatic mountains. The journey finishes in Tirano, where your driver takes you back to Milan for the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Ride on the Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps
Landmarks St Moritz Bernina Pass 
- Day 11
Milan
The morning is free to browse Milan's shops, grab coffee at a café, or walk around the elegant streets. In the afternoon, a three-hour guided walk starts at Porta Venezia (a historic gateway) and goes along Corso Venezia, through Giardini Indro Montanelli, past the Galleria d'Arte Moderna, along Viale Manzoni to see Teatro alla Scala and the striking Milan Cathedral, finishing at Castello Sforzesco fortress. You'll end with a relaxing aperitivo before heading back to the hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided sightseeing in Milan including Porta Venezia, Corso Venezia, Giardini Indro Montanelli, Galleria d'Arte Moderna, Teatro alla Scala, Milan Cathedral, and Castello Sforzesco
- Happy Hour aperitivo in Milan
Landmarks Porta Venezia Giardini Indro Montanelli Galleria d'Arte Moderna Teatro alla Scala Milan Cathedral Castello Sforzesco - Day 12
Milan to Santa Margherita Ligure to Portofino to Sestri Levante to La Spezia
You'll travel from Milan by coach toward the Ligurian coast. First is Santa Margherita Ligure, a graceful seaside town where you can walk by the harbour. Then you'll board a boat to Portofino with its brightly painted houses around a small bay. There's time to explore the narrow streets or enjoy harbour views. Next comes Sestri Levante for regional food and wine, then travel to La Spezia for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Wine tasting with gastronomic specialities in Sestri Levante
Landmarks Santa Margherita Ligure Portofino Sestri Levante 
- Day 13
La Spezia to Cinque Terre to La Spezia
You'll head into Cinque Terre, a UNESCO-listed stretch of coastline with steep cliffs and terraced vineyards. The route visits five villages, each different: Monterosso for beaches, Vernazzo for its harbour, Corniglia for its hillside location, Manarola for colourful houses, and Riomaggiore for dramatic views. You'll drive to Levanto, then take the local train to explore the villages with free time to wander, swim, or eat lunch. Return to La Spezia for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cinque Terre Card for exploring the villages
Landmarks Cinque Terre Monterosso Vernazza Corniglia Manarola Riomaggiore 
- Day 14
La Spezia to Maranello to Modena to Venice
You'll leave La Spezia and travel through Italian countryside. First stop is Maranello for a guided visit to the Ferrari museum showing the brand's history and design. Then you'll head to a traditional acetaia near Modena to learn about making Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale, with a tasting paired with local specialities and a real lunch with a family. In the afternoon, you'll travel northeast across Emilia-Romagna and Veneto, arriving in Venice by early evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch (Genuine lunch in a warm family setting in Modena after acetaia experience and balsamic vinegar tasting with local specialities)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of the Ferrari Museum in Maranello
- Acetaia experience with traditional balsamic vinegar tasting & lunch in Modena
Landmarks Ferrari Museum - Day 15
Venice Departure
After breakfast on your last morning, depending on your flight time, you'll have some time to explore Venice more or pick up last-minute souvenirs before your transfer to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
