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Grand Tour of Italy

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8 cities
16 days, 15 nights
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Day 1 Milan

Arrival
Welcome to Milan, the fashion capital of Italy! Upon arrival to Milan, you are met by your driver and taken to your downtown hotel.

There are no planned activities for you for today day, so you can relax and recover after the flight. If you would like to do some looking around, we suggest visiting the world-famous shopping and fashion avenue, Quadrilatero Della Moda.

Breakfast included
NH Milano Corso Buenos Aires
NH Milano Corso Buenos Aires
Via Scarlatti 4, Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, IT, 20125
Standard Room
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 King Bed
18 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private City Transfer Sedan
Day 2 Milan

Milan Sightseeing  
Following breakfast, you meet your guide at the hotel lobby and have a 3-hour walking tour of Milan to learn more about the city’s history and reputation as a fashion capital.

You start with visiting  world-known Milan Duomo, the Gothic cathedral and the highest sight in the city which took about six centuries to build. Then you walk through the nearby-located Galleria Vittorio Emanuele and reach La Scala Theatre. Prepare to be wowed by the prestigious Milan opera house (no entrance is included).

You continue with the picturesque Brera district to feel the historical atmosphere of the city. Explore the public areas, with stories of its 15th-century owners ringing in your ears. After all, you make a stop at Castello Sforzesco to see history and style combined with Milanese flair.

*Please note: Milan Cathedral is a sacred religious site thus the dress code for visiting it is applied just as when you visit any church in Italy: no shorts – no uncovered knees and shoulders, no backpacks.

*Note: The unique treasure of Milan - Leonardo da Vinci’s legendary fresco “The Last Supper” located in the church of Santa Maria Delle Grazie is not included in the city tour due to its limited availability. Please, ask your travel specialist about available tickets for your tour date.

3h
Milan Walking City Tour with Duomo
Milan Walking City Tour with Duomo
Day 3 Milan

Departure & Trip to Como Lake
After breakfast, you check out from your hotel and your driver transfers you to Como, located on the shores of another stunningly beautiful lake - Lake Como. 

NH Milano Corso Buenos Aires
Address
Via Scarlatti 4, Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, IT, 20125
Car from Milan to Como
Departure
54 min
Arrival
Day 3 Como

Arrival & Tour of Como 
Upon arrival in Como, you meet with your local guide in the hotel lobby and start your Como tour. Como town boasts several artistic monuments from different historical periods.

During the city tour you see the medieval walls surrounding the historic center, stroll through the ancient streets in the heart of the town, and admire beautiful Romanesque and Baroque churches. You see the Piazza Volta and Piazza Duomo with its charming old Town Hall building and its characteristic bell tower. You also enjoy public boat tour as well as a Como-Brunate funicular ride.

The highlight of the tour is visit of the superb 600-year old Como Cathedral. Nearby is the Palazzo Terragni, an example of the modern rationalist architecture.

After the tour you are guided back to the hotel and have the rest of the day free.

Breakfast included
Palace Hotel
Palace Hotel
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16, Como, CO, IT, 22100
Standard Double or Twin Room
1 room
Up to 3 guests
1 Double Bed
19 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Half day
Half Day Panoramic Walking City Tour
Half Day Panoramic Walking City Tour
Day 4 Como

Departure 
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and depart from Como. 

Palace Hotel
Address
Lungo Lario Trieste, 16, Como, CO, IT, 22100
Car from Como to Sirmione
Departure
Como hotel...
2 h
Arrival
Sirmione hotel...
Day 4 Sirmione

Arrival & Lake Garda Sightseeing & Private Boat Ride 

Upon arrival you check in to the hotel, meet your private guide at the hotel lobby and have a memorable private boat ride around the most magnificent landmarks of Lake Garda.

During the cruise, you make a stop in Sirmione, one of the most popular sights on Lake Garda, for a short walking tour. Then continue sailing around the peninsula and discovering the western coast of the lake with its lush nature and fascinating villages. You get to see the Rocca di Manerba, Isola dei Conigli and Isola del Garda. Your boat tour provides the possibility to make stops to explore the shore and islands with your private guide. You see historical places and enjoy the always loved atmosphere of this lake.


After the tour, you return to the hotel. 

Breakfast included
Hotel Flaminia
Hotel Flaminia
Piazza Flaminia 8, Sirmione, BS, IT, 25019
Standard Double or Twin Room
1 room
Up to 2 guests
2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Bed
24 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Half day
Lake Garda Sightseeing & Private Boat Ride
Lake Garda Sightseeing & Private Boat Ride
Day 5 Sirmione

Day Trip to Verona & Winery Visit 
After breakfast you are picked up from the hotel and taken directly to Verona, the city renown worldwide for being the place of action of Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet".

Verona is a crossroads of history and a mosaic of landscapes: the gentle hills and the sinuous river embrace this checkerboard of streets with its soaring red-brick towers. During the tour you explore the main highlights of the city, including Piazza Brà, Roman Arena, della Scala castle and famous Scaligero family tombs. Juliet’s house is naturally on the program too!

Following a lunch break you travel to Valpolicella area which is a birthplace of Amarone, a well-known Italian wine. You will enjoy a wine tasting with a guided tour at one of the local wineries.

After the tour you are transferred back to your hotel in Sirmione.

Full day
Day Trip to Verona & Winery Visit
Day Trip to Verona & Winery Visit
Day 6 Sirmione

Day at Leisure in Sirmione
Today you have a free day at Lake Garda. We recommend spending the day at Terme di Sirmione, one of the best Thermal Centers in Europe or include an optional boat tour of Lake Garda for this day. 

Day 7 Sirmione

Departure
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer. 

Hotel Flaminia
Address
Piazza Flaminia 8, Sirmione, BS, IT, 25019
Car from Sirmione to Venice
Departure
Sirmione hotel...
2 h
Arrival
Venice hotel...
Day 7 Venice

Arrival & Venice Sightseeing Tour
Welcome to Venice - one of the most charming cities of Italy. Upon arrival, you are taken directly to the hotel where you meet your private guide to start a touring program around Venice.

Your sightseeing program starts with a visit to St. Mark's Square and outside view of St. Mark's Basilica. Next you go up to Loggia dei Cavalli to enjoy the best panoramic views of St. Mark's Square.

Next on your list is the tour of the Doges Palace that includes crossing the Bridge of Sighs, visiting the old prisons and lushly decorated chambers of the Palace.

After the tour return to your hotel and have the rest of the day at leisure or may go on an optional gondola ride.
 

Breakfast included
Al Theatro Palace
Al Theatro Palace
San Marco 1925/A, Venice, Venice, IT, 30124
Comfort Double or Twin Room
1 room
Up to 3 guests
2 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed
18 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
4h
Venice Comprehensive Walking Tour
Venice Comprehensive Walking Tour
Day 8 Venice

Free Day or Optional Murano & Burano Boat Tour

Today is a free day for you to explore and savor Venice! If you would like to have a scheduled itinerary for that day, we have prepared an optional day-trip to some of the most interesting places around Venice.

  • Optional Tour: Trip to Murano and Burano
    Located in the Venetian lagoon, Burano Island is famous for its lace making production and Murano is well-known for its glass blowing traditions.
Day 9 Venice

Departure

Following breakfast you check out and are met at your hotel by an assistant for a private water-taxi transfer to the train station.  


Al Theatro Palace
Address
San Marco 1925/A, Venice, Venice, IT, 30124
Departure: Private Water Taxi with Meet-and-Greet (Station)
Train from Venice to Florence
Departure
2 h 3 min
Arrival
Day 9 Florence

Arrival & Florence Sightseeing 
Welcome to Florence! Upon arrival, your private driver transfers you to the hotel for check-in.

Later the same day, you meet with your private guide and go on a comprehensive walking tour of Florence's highlights.  

Today's program includes exploration of the Piazza del Duomo with a visit to the Baptistery dedicated to St. John the Baptist.

As you proceed to the main square of the city - Piazza della Signoria - you pass through the heart of the historical center with its landmark sites like Piazza della Repubblica and the Strozzi Palace. Stroll down via Tornabuoni, one of the most beautiful streets of the city, famous for its fine shops.

During the tour we also visit the Galleria dell'Accademia to see Michelangelo's famous colossal statue of David, a must-see in Florence.

After the tour return to your hotel and enjoy an evening at your own leisure.
 

Breakfast included
Hotel Cerretani Mgallery Collection
Hotel Cerretani Mgallery Collection
Via De' Cerretani 68, Florence, FI, IT, 50123
Superior Room, 2 Twin Beds
1 room
Up to 2 guests
2 Twin Beds
23 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
4h
Comprehensive Guided Walking Tour
Comprehensive Guided Walking Tour
Day 10 Florence

Departure

After breakfast in your Florence hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for a transfer to the railway station. 

Hotel Cerretani Mgallery Collection
Address
Via De' Cerretani 68, Florence, FI, IT, 50123
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Train from Florence to Rome
Departure
1 h 30 min
Arrival
Day 10 Rome

Arrival & Rome Sightseeing
Welcome to Rome - one of the most charming and heritage rich cities of Italy. Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver, who transfers you to the hotel for the check-in. 

After check-in, meet your guide at the hotel lobby and embark on a panoramic walking city tour to see the most famous attractions and hidden treasures of the Eternal City. You see the Spanish Steps, the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, the famous Fountain of the Four Rivers, as well as witness the masterpieces by Bernini, Borromini, and many others. 

After the tour, your guide takes you back to the hotel and you have the evening at leisure. 

Breakfast included
Hotel degli Artisti
Hotel degli Artisti
Via degli Artisti 18, Rome, IT, 00187
Superior Double Room
1 room
Up to 3 guests
1 Queen Bed
20 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private City Transfer Sedan
3h
Highlights of Rome Tour
Highlights of Rome Tour
Day 11 Rome

Vatican Sightseeing  
In the morning after breakfast, you meet your guide and have a transfer to the walled enclave and the world’s smallest independent state - Vatican*.

When inside the Vatican, you visit private apartments of Julius II, Pinecone Courtyard, Gallery of the Maps, Gallery of the Tapestries and Gallery of Candelabra.

Next, you proceed to the Sistine Chapel, where you have enough time to admire Michelangelo's famous frescoes and learn about the intense relationship between Pope Julius II and Michelangelo that drove the artist to create the greatest work of art the world has ever known.

Then your tour continues in the vast open spaces of St. Peter’s Basilica, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and one of the most iconic landmarks in the world. As you step into the basilica, you'll be awestruck by the grandeur of its immense, ornately decorated interiors. 

The ending point of your tour is St. Peter’s Square, where you can admire Michelangelo's Dome and the gorgeous colonnades designed by Bernini.

Upon your return to the hotel, you have the rest of the day at leisure to enjoy the beauty of Rome on your own.

*Please note: the Vatican is a sacred religious site thus the dress code for visiting it is applied just as when you visit any church in Italy: no shorts – no uncovered knees and shoulders, no backpacks. Due to religious services St. Peters Basilica may be spontaneously closed, thus entrance to St. Peters Basilica may not be guaranteed. 

4h
Vatican Museums Tour
Vatican Museums Tour
Day 12 Rome

Departure 
Following breakfast in your hotel, you check out and meet your private driver for the transfer to the train station.

Hotel degli Artisti
Address
Via degli Artisti 18, Rome, IT, 00187
Departure: Private City Transfer Sedan
Train from Rome to Naples
Departure
1 h 9 min
Arrival

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Day 12 Naples

Arrival to Naples
Welcome to Naples! Upon arrival, you are met by your private driver who transfers you to your centrally-located hotel for the check-in. The rest of the day is at your own leisure to relax after the trip. 

Breakfast included
Starhotels Terminus
Starhotels Terminus
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA, IT, 80142
Superior Double Room
1 room
Up to 2 guests
1 Double Bed
25 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Arrival: Private Transfer Sedan
Day 13 Naples

Naples City Tour
Following breakfast your private guide takes you on a touring program around the best sights of charming Naples, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Its towering palaces, narrow streets, ancient churches and underground passages dating to different time periods are making Naples city center probably the most unchanged one in Europe.

Start your tour in the Monumental Area of the city and see Plebiscito Square, Galleria Umberto I, San Carlo Opera House and the Royal Palace of Naples (from outside). Proceed to the UNESCO-listed historic center of Naples. Walk along Via San Gregorio Armeno, the crib-alley with the shops exclusively dedicated to the famous Neapolitan Crib, and see the churches of Gesù Nuovo and Santa Chiara. The highlight of the tour is a visit to Sansevero Chapel Museum to admire the masterpieces of the world artistic heritage.

Why not to get acquainted with the culture of Neapolitan street food in the city that booasts to be the motherland of pizza? You can choose to try fried pizza or neopolitan cuoppo with fried fish. Sfogliatella pastry - the most famous neapolitan pastry - is naturally in the tasting too!

You then continue to the Dante Metro Station which features modern installations by internationally renowned artists. You ride one stop and arrive at the Toledo Metro Art Station, designed around the themes of light and water. Built at 50 m (164 ft) deep, the station extends below the ground water. After the tour you return to your hotel and have the rest of the day free.

7h
Comprehensive Guided Walking Tour
Comprehensive Guided Walking Tour
Day 14 Naples

Departure 
Following breakfast in your hotel you check out and depart from Naples. 

Starhotels Terminus
Address
Piazza Garibaldi 91, Naples, NA, IT, 80142
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan
Car from Naples to Sorrento
Departure
Naples Hotel...
1 h
Arrival
Sorrento Hotel...
Day 14 Sorrento

Arrival
Upon arrival at your hotel in Sorrento you check in and have the rest of the day at leisure. 

Alternatively, you can take one of our optional tours carefully prepared for you.

  • Optional tour: Amalfi Coast Tour from Sorrento
    Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Amalfi Coast and surrounding area on an full-day scenic tour from Sorrento.
  • Optional tour: Pompeii Exploration
    Explore the archeological sites of Pompeii, one of the greatest and richest cities of the Roman age, was tragically completely destroyed as a result of the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
  • Optional tour: Tour of Pompeii & Amalfi Coast
    Your day is dedicated to the exploration of historical gems of Southern Italy. You start with the archeological sites of Pompeii and discover the picturesque towns of Positano and Amalfi from a local perspective.
Breakfast included
Hotel Antiche Mura
Hotel Antiche Mura
Via Fuorimura 7 - P Zza Tasso, Sorrento, NA, IT, 80067
Classic Double or Twin Room, Balcony
1 room
Up to 3 guests
1 Queen Bed
20 m²
Breakfast included
More amenities
Day 15 Sorrento

Day at Leisure
Today following breakfast at your hotel you have a free day to continue enjoying fascinating Sorrento at your leisure. You can join one of our carefully planned optional tours of Sorrento or Capri Island.
 

Day 16 Sorrento

Departure

This is the last day of your tour. After breakfast, your driver meets you in the hotel lobby and takes you to the airport of Naples for your flight back home. We wish you a safe flight and hope to work on your future vacations!

Hotel Antiche Mura
Address
Via Fuorimura 7 - P Zza Tasso, Sorrento, NA, IT, 80067
Departure: Private Transfer Sedan

What's included

Exceptional downtown hotel accommodations
Guided sightseeing tours with expert English-speaking guides
Delicious breakfasts at your hotels
Entrances to Sforzesco Castle, Milan Duomo and more
Entrances to Sforzesco Castle, Milan Duomo and more
Tickets and intercity transportation as per itinerary
Professional meeting services at the airport
Dedicated support team before and during your trip

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