Country Roads of Northern Italy - Small Group
Country Roads of Northern Italy - Small Group
$4595
Country Roads of Northern Italy - Small Group
10 Days Starting and ending in Milan, Italy
Visiting: Milan, Verona, Cortina d'Ampezzo, Venice, Lake Garda, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore
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Tour code:
SE823ZN20
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through Northern Italy with the "Country Roads of Northern Italy - Small Group" tour. This immersive experience takes you from the bustling streets of Milan to the serene beauty of Lake Maggiore, offering a blend of cultural exploration and breathtaking landscapes. Discover the romance of Verona with a choice of walking tours, explore the alpine charm of Trento and Bolzano, and revel in the luxury of Cortina d'Ampezzo. In Venice, witness the artistry of glassblowing and glide through canals on a gondola. Savor authentic Italian dining experiences, including a prosecco tasting in Veneto and a farm-to-table dinner by Lake Maggiore. Travel in comfort aboard a luxurious coach, with accommodations in carefully selected hotels that enhance your Italian adventure. This tour promises a perfect blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, making it an unforgettable Italian escape.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Italy
Location: Milan
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Hotel Milan City.
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Hotel Milan City
Meals Included: Dinner
After a warm welcome at Milan’s Malpensa Airport, transfers depart for your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and join a local historian to navigate through Milan's history. See the impressive facade of Milan Cathedral and the world famous La Scala Opera House. Linking the two is the elegant glass vaulted shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, lined with luxury boutiques. Mingle and get to know your fellow travelers during dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2: Fair Verona And Trento
Location: Verona
Accommodation: NH Trento.
Accommodation Name: NH Trento
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cross the fertile plains of Lombardy to fair Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers. Explore its maze of elegant squares and visit the well-preserved Roman Arena, still used for opera performances. Explore Verona with Insight Choice. Choose a walking tour through the grand piazzas, see the statue of Dante and admire the Gothic tombs of the Scala family. Alternatively, embark on a Shakespeare-themed walk to recount famous moments from the story of Romeo and Juliet. Continue on to Trento, regarded as one of Italy's most appealing cities to live in.
Day 3: Climb Up To Cortina D’Ampezzo Relaxed Start
Location: Cortina d'Ampezzo
Accommodation: Hotel de la Poste, Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Accommodation Name: Hotel de la Poste, Cortina d'Ampezzo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Follow the Adige River north into the magnificent mountains and the distinctive limestone peaks of the Dolomites. Arrive at the town of Bolzano, where Italy and Austria culturally collide and you are at leisure to explore the arcaded streets and squares. Continue along the zig-zagging scenic route to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy’s most exclusive ski resort and a beautiful alpine haven during summer.
Day 4: The Dolomites At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Cortina d'Ampezzo
Accommodation: Hotel de la Poste, Cortina d'Ampezzo.
Accommodation Name: Hotel de la Poste, Cortina d'Ampezzo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Enjoy a day at your leisure in this fashionable playground of the rich and famous, surrounded by towering cathedrals of rock. Take in the fresh mountain air as you stroll the pedestrianized Corso Italia, lined with designer stores and backed by the impressive green and white bell tower of the parish church. Why not ascend to the summit of one of the nearby peaks for magnificent panoramic views of the Dolomites?
Day 5: Through Prosecco Country To Venice
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice.
Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel down through more majestic Dolomite scenery to one of the world’s most breathtaking wine regions. Protected by the Alps to the north and caressed by the warm breezes from the Adriatic, the vineyards around Conegliano Veneto produce Italy’s most prized sparkling wine. Stop in Conegliano, where great care is taken to ensure these hand-picked grapes produce the world's finest prosecco. See how production differs from its more famous French counterpart, champagne. Be tempted with a taste of the crisp and aromatic flavors. Continue on to the unique and remarkable island city of Venice, Queen of the Adriatic and check into your hotel.
Day 6: The Magic Of La Serenissima
Location: Venice
Accommodation: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice.
Accommodation Name: Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio, Venice
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wake up ready to embrace this romantic city. Join a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience during a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop, where you can see how beautiful handcrafted glass is made by expert glassblowers, safeguarding traditional skills. What better way to see Venice than from a private boat, cruising past palazzos and churches to St. Mark’s Square? See the gilded basilica, the Doge's Palace and Lord Byron’s Bridge of Sighs. No visit to Venice would be complete without a gondola serenade through the myriad of beautiful canals. Relax and enjoy traditional local songs, as you drift along in romantic awe. Spend the afternoon as you wish. As night falls, why not savor the magic of St. Mark’s Square with its orchestras and alfresco cafes?
Day 7: Italy's Lake District Relaxed Start
Location: Lake Garda
Accommodation: Hotel Barchetta Excelsior, Como.
Accommodation Name: Simplon, Baveno
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart enchanting Venice and journey to Lake Garda. Admire the castle and views over the lake from the stylish resort of Sirmione perched on the tip of its peninsula. Cross the fertile lands of Lombardy to Lake Maggiore where Baveno beckons. Later you have a choice of cuisine and ambience from a hand-picked selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.
Day 8: Lake Como And Lake Maggiore Relaxed Start
Location: Lake Como
Accommodation: Hotel Simplon, Baveno.
Accommodation Name: Simplon, Baveno
Meals Included: Breakfast
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, enjoy the glamour of the Italian Lakes, a prime people watching spot where Europe's rich and famous like to spend their time. Revel in the ambiance of Como town, renowned for its celebrity clientele, beautiful silk scarves and lakeside location, which you can admire during your orientation.
Day 9: Italian Lakes At Leisure Relaxed Start
Location: Lake Maggiore
Accommodation: Hotel Simplon, Baveno.
Accommodation Name: Simplon, Baveno
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Relish a full day to relax and enjoy this popular resort and beautiful lake. Napoleon came here to plan his Italian Campaign, and Mussolini and Chamberlain met here before World War II to sign the Treaty of Stresa. Perhaps take a cruise out to the lovely Borromean Islands? Isola Bella is where Carlo Borromeo built his charming Palace. Savor delicious Farm-to-Table cuisine during your dinner, accompanied by some exquisite Italian wines. Raise a glass to your travels and newfound friends.
Day 10: Depart Italy
Location: Lake Maggiore
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey draws to a close in the morning and transfers arrive at Milan's Malpensa Airport.
What's Included
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Meals
The tour includes 4 dinners with wine and 9 breakfasts.
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Activities
Choose between two carefully selected activities in Verona.
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Personal Radio Headsets
Personal radio headsets are provided to give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any commentary.
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Hotel and Restaurant Tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included, so you don't have to worry about how much to give or search for foreign currency.
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Baggage Handling
Bags are carried for you and promptly delivered to your hotel door.
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Insight Flourish
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, a local specialty representing the destination.
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Wi-Fi
Stay connected with friends and family with complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
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Transfers
Transfers are available at scheduled times if your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates.
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Luxury Coach
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
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Hand Sanitizer
Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
What's Not Included
If your flights are outside the scheduled times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation, you may need to purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style and comfort aboard Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi and hand sanitizer, ensuring a safe and connected journey through the stunning landscapes of Northern Italy.
Accommodation
Experience comfort and luxury at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Milan City, NH Trento, Hotel de la Poste in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio in Venice, and Simplon in Baveno. Each hotel offers a unique ambiance and is conveniently located to enhance your Italian adventure.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 9 Breakfast (B)
Additional Included Highlights
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
- If your arrival and/or departure flights are as per the itinerary start and end dates, then transfers are available at scheduled times. If your flights are outside these times, or you have booked additional nights accommodation with Insight Vacations, you may purchase transfers or make your own way from/to the airport.
Insight Experiences
- Milan: A local historian brings Milan's history to life, including the contributions of Leonardo da Vinci, during a guided walking tour. See the impressive facade of the Milan Cathedral and the world famous La Scala Theater.
Well-being
- Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
- Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Venice portion of the tour?
In Venice, you will visit a traditional glassblowing workshop to see how handcrafted glass is made by expert glassblowers. You will also enjoy a private boat cruise past palazzos and churches to St. Mark's Square, and experience a gondola serenade through the canals.
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What dining experiences are offered during the tour?
The tour includes a special dinner with wine in Milan, a visit to a local winery in Veneto for a prosecco tasting, a Dine-Around evening in Baveno with a choice of local restaurants, and a Farm-to-Table dinner with local wine on Lake Maggiore.
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What are the accommodation options during the tour?
You will stay at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Milan City, NH Trento, Hotel de la Poste in Cortina d'Ampezzo, Eurostars Residenza Cannaregio in Venice, and Simplon in Baveno. Each hotel offers a unique ambiance and is conveniently located.
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What transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes travel aboard Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and an onboard washroom. Complimentary Wi-Fi and hand sanitizer are also provided.
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Are there any special activities in Verona?
In Verona, you can choose between a walking tour through the grand piazzas to see the statue of Dante and the Gothic tombs of the Scala family, or a Shakespeare-themed walk recounting famous moments from Romeo and Juliet's story.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Cancellation Policy
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
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