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Italy: Cinque Terre & Jewels of the North
Tour Description:
Experience all the charm and magic of Italy’s
elegant northern provinces, from exquisite food and
wine to unique landscapes and cultures to some of
the country’s most distinguished cities.
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Dates & Pricing
| Sunday 15 Jun 25 — Wednesday 25 Jun 25 | Starting at $14,795 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 13 Jul 25 — Wednesday 23 Jul 25 | Starting at $14,795 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 07 Sep 25 — Wednesday 17 Sep 25 | Starting at $14,795 | Get a Quote | |
| Sunday 05 Oct 25 — Wednesday 15 Oct 25 | Starting at $14,795 | Get a Quote |
Destination & Sightseeing
ITINERARY
ITINERARYDay 1 - Milan, Italy
Arrive in cosmopolitan Milan, where you are met and
transferred to your hotel. This evening, gather for cocktails
and a welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Como
Drive to beautiful Lake Como and cruise its sparkling waters
by private boat, taking in views of the many luxurious villas
on the lakeshore. Go ashore for lunch at a restaurant in the
village of Bellagio before returning to Milan for the evening.
Day 3 - Milan
Milan is Italy’s wealthiest city and the heart of its fashion
industry. First tour its historic center and view the majestic
Duomo. Then, visit the convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie
to view Leonardo Da Vinci’s incomparable mural, The Last
Supper. After time for lunch at leisure, continue to your hotel
in Turin.
Day 4 - Turin
Explore the fascinating city of Turin. After Italy was unified
as a nation in 1861, Turin was named the capital of the
fledgling state. Visit the Egyptian Museum, the oldest of its
kind in the world and second only to Cairo in importance.
Tour Piedmont’s wine country, enjoying lunch and a wine
tasting in the town of Barolo.
Day 5 - Sestri Levante
Descend to the sunbathed Ligurian coast and the small port
of Sestri Levante. Join an expert to learn the art of making
local pesto, then savor a delicious lunch, on a savory Chef’s
Table experience.
Day 6 - Cinque Terre
Discover the extraordinary beauty of the Cinque Terre (“Five
Lands”), exploring these scenic villages built along the steep
coastal cliffs of Liguria on the Italian Riviera.
Day 7 - Bologna
Cross the Apennines to Emilia-Romagna, a region known
as the breadbasket of Italy. In Parma, visit a maker of their
famous cheese, followed by a tasting and a lunch of local
products. Continue to Modena, where you visit the Ferrari
Museum and see the company’s testing track. Finish with a
culinary walking tour of Bologna before checking in to your
hotel.
Day 8 - Bologna/Venice
Immerse yourself in the secrets of Italian cuisine during a
pasta cooking class in this center of the culinary arts. After
lunch, continue to Venice and gather in the bàcaro (wine bar) of your hotel for a Scenic Sundowner.
Day 9 - Venice
Explore the Venetian Lagoon with stops at the charming
island of Burano and Venissa Wine Estate, the only vineyard
in Venice. Learn how a one-of-a-kind terroir formed by a
delicate balance of fresh and saltwater yields grapes used to
make a white wine with the characteristics of a red, which
you sample. Later, behold the wonderful architecture of
St. Mark’s Square and the Doge’s Palace, timeless hallmarks
of Venice.
Day 10 - Venice
Today, enjoy one of these Design Your Day activities.
Make Your Own Venetian Carnival Mask, starting with a presentation followed by a hands-on workshop.
Savor a Guided Foodie Experience, sampling the local-favorite tastes of “Hidden Venice.”
Indulge in a Spa Experience at your hotel, enjoying a choice of treatments and unwinding in expert hands.
This evening, gather for a festive farewell dinner.
Day 11 - Venice
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure
flight.
