From Milan: Milan and the Northern Lakes 8-Day Tour

From Milan: Milan and the Northern Lakes 8-Day Tour

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Discover the charm and culture of Northern Italy with this 8-day escorted tour that showcases Milan's sophistication and surrounding areas. Visit Como, Bellagio, Bergamo, Lake Garda, and much more.

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Highlights

Explore Milan's highlights and enjoy 2 included happy hours
Perfect mix of history, culture, and natural beauty
Seat in the open scenic carriage on the Bernina Express
Visit charming towns like Como, Bellagio, and Bergamo
Guided tours of Verona and Milan's Fashion District

Description

Experience the vibrant and sophisticated city of Milan, and Northern Italy’s charme, with our 8-day tour that will take you through the city's highlights and surrounding areas. With a perfect mix of history, culture, and natural beauty, you'll get to explore the best that Milan and its neighboring towns have to offer. DAY 1 Milan: Welcome to Milan! Upon arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport, our driver will meet you and transfer you to the hotel where you'll spend the night. Enjoy the day at leisure, exploring the city on your own. DAY 2 Milan: After breakfast at the hotel, meet your professional local guide and embark on a three-hour walking tour through the heart of Milan. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure before returning to the hotel on your own Day 3 Bernina Express: This is the day of your Bernina Express tour, on board “the train that snakes its way up to the mountain peaks'. Just like sitting in a theater, you will admire unique views from your seat on board the Bernina Train. Delight in the mesmerizing sights of the Alps, as you relax in your designated panoramic seat on the legendary Bernina Train! Meet your driver to return to Milan (meeting point in St. Moritz). Overnight stay in Milan. Day 4 Como, Bellagio and Bergamo: After breakfast at your hotel, head to Como, a tourist destination renowned for its proximity to Lake Como and the Alps. Spend some time exploring the village's charming streets. In the afternoon, arrive in Bergamo, check-in at your hotel and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. Day 5 Lake Garda: After breakfast at your hotel, take a panoramic tour of Lake Garda's west coast, taking in the splendid natural landscape, including the Brenta Dolomites. Next, head to Sirmione, where you'll see the sun reverberating on the lake's blue waters, the tree-lined shores, Sirmione Castle, as well as the ruins of Catullus's villa during a boat tour. Return to Bergamo for dinner and an overnight stay. DAY 6 Verona & Franciacorta: After breakfast, reach 'fair Verona,' where a local professional will take you on a guided tour of the city's historic and cultural landmarks. After the Verona tour, head to Franciacorta, enjoy a light lunch and wine tasting before heading back to Milan for an overnight stay. DAY 7 Milan: After breakfast at your hotel, visit Milan's Fashion District, the epicenter of Italian fashion, and explore the Quadrilatero d'Oro (or Golden Rectangle). IIn the afternoon, explore Milan's Navigli district with a boat tour and aperitif included DAY 8 Milan: After breakfast, transfer to the airport. Arrivederci!

Includes

One-way ticket for the Bernina Express train to St. Moritz Boat tour from Como to Bellagio Boat tour in Sirmione Light lunch and food and wine tasting in the Franciacorta region Boat tour of the Navigli with audio guide and on-board aperitif 4-star centrally located hotels (in Milan Antares Hotel Concorde BW Signature Collection or similar, in Bergamo Cappello D'oro or similar) 7 breakfasts 2 aperitifs 1 light lunch Airport transfer (on last day)

Important Information

Only 1 piece of luggage per person is permitted
This itinerary has a very strict schedule and it is not suitable for travelers with mobility issues
Services with boats (Lake Como, Lake Garda) are always achieved when the weather conditions permit them. In case this condition cannot be respected we will propose a similar activity on the land
Triple room for 3 people is available on request
We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes for the duration of the tour.
We regret to inform you that this itinerary may not be suitable for wheelchair users due to the nature of the terrain and activities included. If you wished to get a customized quotation for a similar itinerary, please contact us.