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- Day 1 Welcome to Turin Welcome to Turin, the starting point for a journey through Italy’s northern countryside and lakes. Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers and get to know one another over dinner, sharing your first taste of regional flavors. Locations Visited: Milan IT, Turin IT.
- Day 2 Explore Elegant Turin Get your bearings on a city tour of Turin with a Local Specialist, taking in piazzas, wide boulevards and baroque architecture. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your own pace. Stroll the arcaded streets, sip a rich bicerin at a cafe or join an Optional Experience to an UNESCO-listed palace, part of the “Corona di Delizie” (Crown of Delights) built by the Royal House of Savoy and one of Italy’s most impressive palace complexes. This evening, perhaps join an Optional Experience for dinner at a local restaurant near Turin. Locations Visited: Turin IT.
- Day 3 Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore Start your day at Lago d’Orta, with time for a coffee by the water and views of the island and the Alps beyond. Continue along Lake Maggiore, following the shoreline past pastel villas and wooded hills to Stresa, where you can enjoy free time or join an Optional Experience to the Borromean Islands, group of private isles once home to aristocratic families. Later, arrive in Erba, gateway to the Lombardy countryside, where you may choose to round off the day with an Optional Experience dinner on the shores of Lake Pusiano. Locations Visited: Turin IT, Orta IT, Stresa IT, Erba IT.
- Day 4 Admire Beautiful Lake Como Spend the day in Como, with plenty of time to explore at your own pace. You might take the funicular up to Brunate for panoramic views, browse local boutiques or relax by the lake with a gelato. For a different perspective, you can join an Optional Experience with a Local Specialist to learn about the history, culture and villas of Lake Como. Locations Visited: Erba IT, Como IT, Erba IT.
- Day 5 Continue to Lake Garda Explore the upper town of Bergamo, where medieval streets lead to Piazza Vecchia, once the heart of civic life. See the Contarini Fountain and Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica, built in the 12th century as a tribute to the Virgin Mary. Walk past Renaissance facades before traveling into the Lake Garda area. Enjoy a Be My Guest experience with the Serenelli family at their farm where you’ll dine on Lombardy favorites. Settle in for a three-night stay surrounded by the Italian countryside and tree-covered hills. Locations Visited: Erba IT, Bergamo IT, Garda IT.
- Day 6 Admire Ferraris in Modena Your day starts with an introduction to the gastronomic hub of Modena, home of sparkling Lambrusco, salty prosciutto and the aromas of parmigiano, for an exploration with a Local Specialist. Wander past pastel-hued facades in the heart of the city that was the birthplace of Ferrari, Pavarotti and tortellini. Modena's Old Town and the Piazza Grande with its 12th-century cathedral and Torre Civica, has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As the day continues, visit the Enzo Ferrari Museum where you'll Dive into Culture and explore the history of this Italian icon. Enjoy a gourmet interlude at a historic, traditional Acetaia on a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience to taste the delicious flavors of some of the world’s best organic and biodynamic balsamic vinegar. Settle in for a leisurely dinner with your traveling companions and Travel Director. Locations Visited: Garda IT, Modena IT, Garda IT.
- Day 7 Explore Verona Romance is in the air today as you journey to Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s tragic star-crossed lovers. A walking tour with a Local Specialist introduces you to the city’s remarkable architecture and elegant piazzas, as well as the impressive Roman arena, still in use today. Afterwards, enjoy time at leisure to explore further—admire the medieval towers of Castelvecchio, relax beneath the shady trees of Piazza Bra, or climb Lamberti’s Tower for sweeping views across this beautifully preserved city. Locations Visited: Garda IT, Verona IT, Garda IT.
- Day 8 Onwards to Milan In search of spires that reach the sky, leave the tranquil lakes behind for the chic northern capital of Milan. Admire the Gothic Duomo, La Scala Opera House and 19th-century Galleria with its glass and iron-domed roof. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure to jostle with the Milanese for your spot in the shopping district of Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga and Via Sant'Andrea. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner to celebrate the end of your holiday together. Locations Visited: Milan IT.
- Day 9 Farewell Italy Your jaunt through the lakes and countryside of northern Italy has come to an end. Say arrivederci to Italy and your newfound friends. Locations Visited: Milan IT.
Name: Northern Italian Lakes & Countryside
Brand: Trafalgar
Quality: First Class
Tour Type: Escorted
Start City: Turin
End City: Milan
Location Summary: Milan, IT
Turin, IT
Orta, IT
Stresa, IT
Erba, IT
Como, IT
Bergamo, IT
Garda, IT
Modena, IT
Verona, IT
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- Dining Summary - 8 Breakfast (B). 4 Dinner (D).
- Must-see Highlights - Explore Verona and Modena . Visit Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Lake Garda and the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena. View Bergamo’s Piazza del Duomo, Roman Arena in Verona, Modena Cathedral and Milan’s Duomo and La Scala Opera House. Discover Bergamo and Milan.
- Iconic Experience - Turin: Explore Turin on a city tour by coach with a Local Specialist. Take in the city’s elegant streets and baroque buildings as you learn about its royal past and the influence of the House of Savoy from a local who knows it best.. Visit Lake Orta, one of northern Italy’s lesser-known gems. You’ll have time to enjoy the peaceful lakeside setting, take in views of the island of San Giulio and stop for a coffee in a charming, tranquil village along the lake shore.. Como: Enjoy free time in Como to explore your way. Known for its Alpine backdrop and lakeside setting, Como offers cafe-lined squares, quiet lanes and waterfront views. . Modena: Celebrate all things Ferrari, past, present and future, at the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena. This pit stop includes intriguing exhibitions and an immersive experience that you'll never forget.. Modena: Delve into the history and culture of Modena with a Local Specialist. Stroll through the Old Town streets and see the beautiful arcade of the Piazza Grande. . Verona: Join a Local Specialist on a sightseeing walk along Verona's charming central streets. See the historic and most vibrant square Piazza delle Erbe and the Roman arena. . Milan: See Milan's central highlights..
- Be My Guest - Solferino: Walk the property with Anna Serenelli, meet the animals and hear how the farm played a part in Napoleon’s Battle of Solferino, an event that helped inspire the founding of the International Red Cross, before sitting down to a hearty Lombardy meal. .
- MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® - Modena: Enjoy a gourmet interlude at a historic, traditional acetaia with a tasting of some of the world’s finest balsamic vinegar. As pioneers in organic and biodynamic production, they place sustainable practices and soil care at the heart of their craft. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption..
