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Welcome to Rome! After meeting your driver at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel (Transfer included!). Use your Hop-on Hop-off bus ticket to explore Rome’s iconic landmarks from a different perspective. Hop on and off at any of the eight stops along the route, and enjoy the commentary available in 12 languages. The ticket is valid for one day. After the tour, enjoy the evening at your leisure and return to your hotel for an overnight stay.

After breakfast, depart from your hotel for an included guided tour of Rome’s extraordinary Archaeological Area. Meet your professional guide and begin your 2.5-hour journey through his- tory. Equipped with a personal radio receiver and earphones, ex- plore the legendary Colosseum, the iconic Flavian Amphitheater where Ancient Romans gathered for gladiator battles and wild animal hunts. Continue to Palatine Hill, the mythical birthplace of Rome. From here, enjoy panoramic views of the city. The tour concludes at the Roman Forum, once the center of Roman life. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight in Rome.

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart at 7:15 AM by deluxe coach to Assisi, a medieval town surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis, featuring frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue and enjoy a lunch in Assisi. Continue to Siena, UNESCO-listed and famous for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and Palio horse race. Later, travel through Tuscany’s countryside to reach Florence. Check in at your hotel. Overnight stay.

Explore Florence, cradle of the Renaissance. Visit the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and Baptistery. See Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Santa Croce Basilica. Enjoy lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant. In the afternoon, choose between free time in the city or an optional visit to Pisa, with its Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli. Dinner is at lei- sure. Overnight stay in Florence.

After breakfast in Florence, head to Bologna. Explore the city center with its iconic porticos and historic sites, including Piazza del Nettuno and the Basilica of San Petronio. Discover Bologna’s gastronomic heritage through a vibrant light local lunch, offering traditional and contemporary treats. Enjoy a light street food lunch at a local eatery. Later, continue your journey to Venice. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay

Transfer to Piazza San Marco and discover Venice’s highlights with a guided tour. Visit the Doge’s Palace (outside) and cross the Bridge of Sighs. Afterward, enjoy a glass of spritz or prosecco with cicchetti, traditional Venetian snacks. Relax and soak in the atmosphere. Spend the afternoon exploring the city’s canals, artisan shops, or quiet corners on your own. Return to your hotel. Overnight stay in Venice.

After breakfast, visit Verona, a city rich in history and culture. Explore Roman ruins, medieval structures, and Renaissance palaces on a guided tour. Don’t miss Juliet’s house and balcony, famous from Shake- speare’s “Romeo and Juliet.” Then, travel to Franciacorta, known for its ideal winemaking soil, for a light lunch with local food and wine. After this, head to Bergamo for the overnight stay.

After breakfast, set off for lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake. Enjoy a panoramic tour along the west coast, passing the Brenta Dolo- mites and Moraine Hills, surrounded by lush vegetation. In Sirmi- one, take a boat tour to admire its picturesque shores, the Castle, and the Grottoes of Catullus. After free time for lunch, head to Desenzano del Garda with its elegant lakeside promenade and historical center that reflects traces of Venetian influence. Dinner and overnight stay in Bergamo.

After breakfast, enjoy a brief visit to Como, renowned for its breathtaking views of lake Como and the surrounding Alps. From Como, you will embark on a boat to Bellagio, an elegant village nestled at the junction of the lake’s two southern branches, famous for its charming streets, luxury hotels, historic villas, and lush gardens. Lunch at your leisure. In the afternoon, take the ferry to Cadenabbia, where you will meet your driver and begin your journey to Milan. Overnight stay in Milan.

After breakfast, meet your driver and travel to St. Moritz for some free time. Then, board the Bernina Express and enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides through the Swiss Alps. Marvel at alpine villages, tunnels, and breathtaking mountain views as you cross the Bernina Pass toward Tirano. Upon arrival, your driver will be waiting to take you back to Milan.

After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore Milan at your own pace. In the afternoon, meet your local guide for a three- hour walking tour through the heart of the city. Begin at Porta Venezia, a historic gate with medieval and Roman origins, and continue to Corso Venezia. Walk through the Giardini Indro Mon- tanelli, pass by the Galleria d’Arte Moderna and continue along Viale Manzoni.

From the outside, see the iconic Teatro alla Scala and admire the majestic façade of the Milan Cathedral (Duomo). The tour ends at Castello Sforzesco, a medieval fortress, fol- lowed by a relaxing aperitivo. Free time before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay in Milan.

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel before departing Milan by coach to the Ligu- ria Region. The first stop is Santa Margherita Ligure, known as “La Perla del Tigullio,” sur- rounded by the sea and mountains. Admire its port and luxury hotels.

Next, a boat ride takes you to glamorous Portofino, famous for its boutiques and colorful streets. Explore this stunning seaside village, cherished by writers like Guy de Maupassant. In the after- noon departure to Sestri Levante for a local food and wine tasting experience. Finally, reach La Spezia for an overnight stay.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a memorable journey to the Cinque Terre, one of the Mediterranean’s most pristine regions, featuring the villages of Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Man- arola, and Riomaggiore. These charming villages are nestled between rugged cliffs and lush hills, boasting some of the cleanest waters in the Mediterranean. Explore the Cinque Terre by local train, with free time to savor a delightful lunch. In the afternoon, return to La Spezia for a relaxing overnight stay.

After breakfast, depart La Spezia and travel inland through scenic Italian countryside. Stop in Maranello to experience the world of Ferrari with a guided visit to the iconic Ferrari Museum, celebrating speed, innova- tion, and Italian style. Continue to a tradi- tional acetaia near Modena for a unique experience learning about Aceto Balsamico Tradizionale.

Enjoy a guided tasting paired with regional flavors and a genuine lunch in a welcoming family atmosphere. In the af- ternoon, drive northeast across the plains of Emilia-Romagna and Veneto. Arrive in Ven- ice by early evening, check in at your hotel, and enjoy free time. Overnight in Venice.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel as your tour with us comes to a close with the last service, transfer to the airport. End of our services