NORTHERN LAKES & CINQUE TERRE 4*
Description
Summary
Description
Embark on an unforgettable multi-day tour through Italy's most iconic destinations. From the romantic canals of Venice to the historic charm of Verona, the breathtaking beauty of Lake Garda, the picturesque Cinque Terre, and the vibrant city of Milan, this tour offers a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty. Enjoy guided tours, leisure time to explore at your own pace, and comfortable accommodations throughout your journey. Indulge in local cuisine, discover hidden gems, and create lasting memories on this extraordinary Italian adventure.
Included
8 breakfasts
1x One way ticket / 2nd class / from Venice to Verona – high speed train
1x Return ticket / 2nd class / Verona – Desenzano del Garda – Verona – local train
1x One way ticket / 2nd class / from Verona to La Spezia – high speed train + intercity or regional train (with change in Milano Centrale or Florence Santa Maria Novella)
1x One way ticket / 2nd class / from La Spezia to Milano Centrale – intercity or local train
1x Return ticket / 2nd class / Milan – Como – Milan – local train
1x daily ticket for public ferry on the Lake Garda (southern lake basin only)
1x daily ticket for public ferry on the Lake Como (Como – Bellagio – Como)
1x 2-Days Cinque Terre Card
8 Nights accommodation with daily breakfast
2 nights in Venice 4* hotel
2 nights in Verona 4* hotel
2 nights in Le Cinque Terre area 3* or 4* hotel
2 nights in Milan 4* hotel
**Accommodation is in Standard rooms**
1x Half day Walking Tour of Venice (multilingual group tour)
Map
Attractions
Arengario
Sentiero Monterosso - Vernazza
Cinque Terre National Park
Parco Archeologico Naturalistico
Duomo di Milano
Rialto Bridge
Piazza delle Erbe
Castello Sforzesco
St Mark's Basilica
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Scaliger TombsDaily Itinerary
Day 1 – Day 1: Venice
- Venice - Arrival day
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Arrive in the enchanting city of Venice and transfer to your hotel (transfer not included). After checking in, enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. In the evening, return to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Day 2 – Day 2: Venice Exploration
- Venice
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- Rialto Bridge
- St Mark's Basilica
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After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a guided tour through the rich history of Venice. Discover the secrets of Casanova, treasures from Constantinople, and the legend of St. Mark. Unveil the mysteries of Marco Polo and the Silk Road. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, perhaps enjoying a gondola ride or visiting the islands of Murano and Burano. Return to your hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.
Day 3 – Day 3: Venice to Verona
- Verona
- Venice
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- Parco Archeologico Naturalistico
- Castle of Malcesine
- Piazza delle Erbe
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Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before independently reaching Venice station to depart for Verona, the city of Romeo and Juliet. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the afternoon exploring the city's main attractions, such as Juliet's Balcony, Piazza delle Erbe, and the Arena di Verona. Return to your hotel in Verona for an overnight stay.
Day 4 – Day 4: Discovering Lake Garda
- Villafranca di Verona
- Desenzano del Garda
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- Lago di Ledro
- Scaliger Tombs
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After breakfast, take a train to Desenzano and board a public boat to explore the southern shore of Lake Garda. Visit charming towns like Sirmione, known as the 'Pearl of Lake Garda,' and other picturesque villages such as Lazise, Garda, and Bardolino. Return to Desenzano in the late afternoon and take the train back to Verona. Overnight stay at your hotel in Verona.
Day 5 – Day 5: Verona to La Spezia
- La Spezia
- Villafranca di Verona
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- Cinque Terre National Park
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After breakfast, independently reach Verona station and depart for La Spezia, the gateway to the Cinque Terre. Upon arrival, check into your hotel and use your included Cinque Terre Train Card to explore the five picturesque fishing villages: Monterosso al Mare, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, and Riomaggiore. Overnight stay at your hotel in La Spezia.
Day 6 – Day 6: Exploring Cinque Terre
- La Spezia
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- Sentiero Monterosso - Vernazza
- Madrignano Castle
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Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and continue your exploration of the Cinque Terre. Consider a wine tasting in Manarola or Monterosso to sample local wines, or participate in a pesto-making experience to learn the secrets of authentic Italian cuisine. Overnight stay at your hotel in La Spezia.
Day 7 – Day 7: La Spezia to Milan
- La Spezia
- Milan
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- Duomo di Milano
- Castello Sforzesco
- Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
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After breakfast, independently reach La Spezia station and take the train to Milan, the 'capital of the North.' Upon arrival, check into your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring Milan's iconic attractions, such as the Duomo, Sforzesco Castle, and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Return to your hotel in the evening for an overnight stay.
Day 8 – Day 8: Discovering Lake Como
- Como
- Milan
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- Lake Como Adventure Park
- Arengario
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After breakfast, take a train to Como and board a public boat to explore the stunning Lake Como. Visit the romantic village of Bellagio, known for its cobbled streets and elegant buildings. Ensure you check the ferry return times to Como to admire the lake's changing colors in the late afternoon light. Return to Como and take the train back to Milan. Overnight stay at your hotel in Milan.
Day 9 – Day 9: Departure from Milan
- Milan - Departure day
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Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel before concluding your multi-day tour. Check out and end of services.
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