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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable private tour through the enchanting North of Italy, exploring the iconic cities of Venice, Verona, Lake Como, and Milan. Begin your journey in Venice, the "City of Canals," with a guided walking tour and a classic gondola ride. Continue to Verona, the romantic city immortalized by Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," and discover its rich history. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Lake Como, with a ferry trip to the picturesque village of Bellagio. Conclude your adventure in Milan, a global hub of fashion and culture, with a guided tour tracing the footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci. Enjoy seven nights of superior accommodation, daily breakfasts, and seamless private transfers, making this a truly luxurious Italian escape. ...more ...less
Highlights
Venice: known as the "City of Canals," "The Floating City," and "Serenissima," is one of Italy's most picturesque cities
Verona: the embodiment of a true romance on Italian soil, immortalized by William Shakespeare in "Romeo and Juliet"
Lake Como: known for its beautiful setting, charming lakeside towns, and grand villas with sprawling gardens
Milan: one of the four fashion capitals of the world, with charms extending far beyond designer labels
Venice walking tour including gondola ride
UNESCO World Heritage Site status of Verona
Footsteps of Leonardo guided tour in Milan
Itinerary
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Accommodation Name: Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*
Upon your arrival at Venice Airport take your private water taxi to the hotel and check in. In the afternoon meet your tour guide at the lobby to start an incredible walking tour of this beautiful city and discover by foot the highlights of Venice such as St Mark Square, Rialto Bridge and all the small canals surrounding the city. No trip to Venice would be completed without a gondola ride which is the symbol of this place for centuries so get on a Gondola and cross the marvellous Grand Canal admiring Venice and its fascinating Palaces.
Overnight in Venice.
Day 2
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VENICE
Location: Venice
Accommodation Name: Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and free day to discover the romantic city of Venice. This ancient and historically important city was originally built on 100 small islands in the Adriatic Sea. Instead of roads, Venice relies on a series of waterways and canals. Venture on your own and discover impressive art collections, bustling squares, famous bridges, and beautiful churches dotted across the city.
Overnight in Venice.
Day 3
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VENICE – VERONA (1.5hrs by train, included)
Location: Verona
Accommodation Name: Hotel NH Verona or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast take your water taxi to the train station and get to Verona by high-speed train. Upon arrival in Verona meet your driver for a private transfer to the hotel and check in. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, exploring this beautiful city rich in history through the Middle Ages and all the way back to Ancient Rome.
Overnight in Verona.
Day 4
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VERONA
Location: Verona
Accommodation Name: Hotel NH Verona or similar 3*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and a day at leisure. The city of Verona, the setting for Shakespeare's 'Romeo & Juliet', is the second largest city in Veneto and one of the main tourist destinations in northern Italy and it is located almost halfway between Venice and Milan. The best-known site in Verona is Juliet's House (Casa di Giulietta), which is located in a small, attractive courtyard close to the historic centre of the city so make sure you don’t miss this spot during your venture.
Overnight in Verona.
Day 5
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VERONA – COMO (2.5hrs by train, included)
Location: Como
Accommodation Name: Hotel Posta Design or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast meet our driver at the lobby and transfer to the train station. Get on the high-speed train to Como and at your arrival meet our driver for a transfer to the hotel. Check-in and spend the rest of the day free at leisure.
Overnight in Como.
Day 6
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COMO – BELLAGIO – COMO
Location: Como
Accommodation Name: Hotel Posta Design or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, after breakfast you will discover the beauty of Lake Como getting on board a ferry to Bellagio. Bellagio is in a privileged position in the middle of Lake Como. During your transfer to Bellagio you will be able to admire the nature of the lake with the marvellous villas and at your arrival in Bellagio you will be immersed in a picturesque village with tiny and beautiful streets.
Overnight in Como.
Day 7
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COMO – MILAN (1hr by train, included)
Location: Milan
Accommodation Name: Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar 4*
Meals Included: Breakfast
After your breakfast get your private transfer to the train station where a high-speed train will bring you to Milan. Upon your arrival at Milan train station a driver will take you to the hotel. Milan is the second largest city in Italy located in the Northern part of the country and served as the capital of the Western Roman Empire from 395 to 476 AD. It is a city world-famous for its contribution to art, literature, music, and fashion, and it remains one of the world’s forerunners in education, research, finance and healthcare. Milan is also the home of artists, scientists, and engineers like Leonardo da Vinci. That’s why in the afternoon tour we will bring you to discover the footsteps of Leonardo through an interesting guided tour of the city.
Overnight in Milan.
Day 8
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DEPARTURE MILAN
Location: Milan
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast at the hotel at the agreed time meet our driver at the lobby and transfer to the airport of Milan.
What's Included
Tour Guide
Operated with English, Spanish, French, German or Italian-speaking local guides (Day 1 and 7).
Accommodation
7 night's accommodation in superior hotel categories.
Meals
7 Breakfasts.
Transport
Private water taxi to/from Venice Hotel (Day 1 and Day 3), high-speed train (2nd class ticket) from Venice to Verona (Day 3), from Verona to Como (Day 5), from Como to Milan (Day 7), round-trip ferry tickets to Bellagio (Day 6), and private transport from/to the hotels through the tour.
Entrance Fees & Activities
All entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary: Venice walking tour including gondola ride (Day 1), Footsteps of Leonardo guided tour (Day 7).
What's Not Included
City Tax
City tax not included, payable on the spot.
Flights
International or domestic flights are not included.
Visa Fees
Visa fees are not included.
Drinks
Drinks during meals are not included.
Optional Tours
Optional tours (if any) are not included.
Unmentioned Visits
Any visit not mentioned in the program is not included.
Tips and Gratuities
Tips and gratuities are not included.
Personal Expenditures
Expenditures of a personal nature or items not stated explicitly in the program are not included.
Drinks and Fees
Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) are not included.
Travel Insurance
Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. are not included.
Requirements
Comfortable and light clothing is the most suitable for travelling in Italy. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings. Sun protection, sun glasses, a hat, and mosquito repellent can be very useful during your stay.
Please Note
You may be required to fill in a form to be exempt from paying the Venice Access Fee that is applicable between April and July. Please visit the website to check if you should apply for the exemption - https://cda.ve.it/en/
Only one bag per person allowed (any size) plus one hand luggage.
We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed
No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Venice
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*
Day 3-4 Verona
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Verona or similar 3*
Day 5-6 Como
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Posta Design or similar 4*
Day 6-7 Milan
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night in Venice
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*
Post-night in Milan
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar 4*
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with private water taxis in Venice, high-speed trains between cities, round-trip ferry tickets to Bellagio, and private transport to and from hotels throughout the tour.
Accommodation
Enjoy 7 nights of superior accommodation in Italy, including stays at Hotel San Cassiano in Venice, Hotel NH Verona in Verona, Hotel Posta Design in Como, and Hotel NH Machiavelli in Milan, all offering 3 to 4-star comfort.
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1-2 Venice
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*
Day 3-4 Verona
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Verona or similar 3*
Day 5-6 Como
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Posta Design or similar 4*
Day 7 Milan
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar 4*
OPTIONAL EXTRA
Pre-night in Venice
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel San Cassiano or similar 4*
Post-night in Milan
Superior Hotel Category = Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar 4*
Check out our Q&As
What languages are the local guides available in?
The local guides are available in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian.
What type of transportation is included in the tour?
The tour includes private water taxi transfers to and from the Venice hotel, high-speed train tickets (2nd class) from Venice to Verona, Verona to Como, and Como to Milan, round-trip ferry tickets to Bellagio, and private transport to and from the hotels throughout the tour.
Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 7 breakfasts.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides 7 nights of accommodation in superior hotel categories. Specific hotels include Hotel San Cassiano or similar in Venice, Hotel NH Verona or similar in Verona, Hotel Posta Design or similar in Como, and Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar in Milan.
Are entrance fees and activities included in the tour?
Yes, all entrance fees and activities mentioned in the itinerary are included. This includes a Venice walking tour with a gondola ride and a guided tour in Milan following the footsteps of Leonardo da Vinci.
Is there an option to extend the stay in Venice or Milan?
Yes, there are optional extras for a pre-night stay in Venice at Hotel San Cassiano or similar and a post-night stay in Milan at Hotel NH Machiavelli or similar.
What should I wear when visiting religious or official buildings in Italy?
Visitors should avoid wearing sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts, or skimpy clothing when visiting temples, religious, or official buildings.
Is there a limit on the amount of luggage I can bring?
Yes, only one bag per person is allowed (any size) plus one hand luggage.
Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not included are city tax payable on the spot, international or domestic flights, visa fees, drinks during meals, optional tours, any visits not mentioned in the program, tips and gratuities, personal expenditures, and travel insurance.
Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client's arrival
What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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Reviews from travellers on this tour
Brent Watson
outstanding overall
06-Sep-2022
One week custom private tour in northern Italy was outstanding overall. tour director, hotels, day trips, transport were excellent.
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or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of tui italia charges.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 8 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
North of Italy, Private Tour
8 Days Starting in Venice, Italy and ending in Milan, Italy
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