Meals

6 buffet breakfast at the hotel; Prosecco wine tasting as welcome in the lakes; focaccia and cheese focaccia tasting in Liguria;

Hygieneprotocol

Social distancing onboard our vehicle respected according to the Italian and French law (May/September 2020); Daily personal protective equipment provided to the travellers, drivers and guides; Disinfection of the surfaces in the vehicles, made with properly products regularly guaranteed; The HOTELS, FERRIES, BOATS, TRAINS and CULTURAL INTEREST PLACES that we choose, respect the measures indicated by Italian Government.

Transport

A comfortable A/C private coach or minivan depending on the number of passengers for all the tour Private boat at Lake Orta; Private boat at Lake Maggiore; 2 hour cruise at Lake Como (does not operate between November and March); Private boat at Lake Garda; Ferry cruise at The Cinque Terre (does not operate between November and March). A boat trip from Santa Margherita to Portofino in case of group with more than 8 people.

Accommodation

1 overnight in Como a 4 star hotel in the old town or lakeview according to your option choice; 1 overnight in Bergamo in a 4 star hotel in standard or deluxe room according to your option choice; 1 overnight in Verona in a 3 sup. or 5 star hotel according to your option choice; 3 overnight in Genoa in a 4 or 5 star hotel according to your option choice;

Guide

An expert multilingual tour leader for all the tour; Local guide in Verona; Local guide in Genoa; Local guide at Cinque Terre.

Not included:

Flights

Others

Meals; entrances; porterage; hotels city taxes; extras and everything which does not appear on “PRICE INCLUDES.”

Insurance

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Day 1 Day 1: Milan / Lake Orta / Lake Maggiore / Como
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Milan / Lake Orta / Lake Maggiore / Como

Departure at 08.30 am from Milan to Lake Orta, a small and charming lake situated in the North-eastern side of the region Piedmont. Stop in the beautiful village of Orta San Giulio for a short visit. Then, tour by private boat to reach the island of San Giulio, just in front of the village: it is the pearl of the lake, almost entirely occupied by the Monastery Mater Ecclesie, famous for studies on antique books and the Romanesque basilica of Saint Julius. After a short visit, back to Orta and departure to Stresa, on Lake Maggiore, one of the largest Italian ones. Wedged between the foothills, and of clear glacial origin, it is framed in its lower section by the soft hills of the region of Novara, and in the upper section, by high mountain peaks, some of which with perpetual snow. These features make possible an average temperature during all seasons; due to its mild climate, many species of flowers and plants typical to the sub-tropical climate could adapt to the lake areas climate. Arrival to Stresa, an international tourist resort situated in a central but also panoramic and picturesque position along the lakeside roadway, stands just in front of the Borromean islands. Lunch at your own. In the afternoon, tour of the Isola del Pescatori by private boat. The island name is due to the activity of fishermen since the ancient time. Although only few families still maintain the original activity, the identity of the small community appears intact. Tourists are fascinated by its simple houses, the narrow lanes, the stone portals and the attractive underpasses. We will continue to the Isola Bella, elegant and charming. Return to Stresa and departure to Como. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2 Day 2: Como / Bellagio / Bergamo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Como / Bellagio / Bergamo

Breakfast at the hotel. Today or tomorrow, depending on the weather, you will be invited to taste a typical Italian aperitive with Prosecco, a great white wine in its dry version. Short visit of Como. An amazing small town rich of atmospheres, panoramas and human takeovers. In little kilometres you can admire the high mountains over the lake, the wild alpine valley and the industrialized area. The lake is famous for its setting at the intersection of the three branches of the Y-shaped lake, and it is also known as Lario. Divided in three branches, is situated at the bottom of the most renowned peaks of the Italian landscape. Board the boat we reach Bellagio, situated at the tip of the peninsula separating the lake’s two southern arms, with the Alps visible across the lake to the north. It is a picturesque village with small streets, luxury hotels and villas and gardens. Visit. Lunch at your own. In the afternoon, departure with panoramic route along the lake side to Bergamo. City characterized by a division of the urban structure on two levels, the “Lower town” (Città bassa), modern and dynamic and the famous “Upper town” (Città alta), a truly historic and artistic jewel. After a short walking tour inside the old town with many beautiful churches and monuments, transfer to the modern town, with the best shops, restaurants and museums. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 3 Day 3: Bergamo / Sirmione / Lazise / Verona
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Bergamo / Sirmione / Lazise / Verona

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Lake Garda, the largest Italian one. Lake Garda offers to the visitor a splendid natural scenery, full of colours, surrounded by the Dolomites of Brenta in the north and the gentle slopes of the hills in the south. A rich vegetation flourishes thanks to the Mediterranean climate: lemon trees, oleanders, magnolias and bougainvilleas. The cultivation of vineyards and olive groves produces good wines and olive oil. Arrival to Sirmione where the lake offers its best panorama, really sunny with the blue of its waters and the green of its trees. Boat tour to have a nice view of the Sirmione Cape, the castle and the Catullo’s Grotto ruins. Next, depart to Lazise, a village in the South-East of the lake, popular for its medieval castle, nowadays part of the walls of entrance to the old town, in front of the lake. Lunch on your own and in the afternoon, outgoing to Verona. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 Day 4: Verona / Lake Iseo / Genoa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Verona / Lake Iseo / Genoa

Breakfast at the hotel and visit of the famous city of Verona. It is a work of art in itself: a fascinating crossroad of historical periods and cultures (classical and Germanic), a blend of both Nordic and Mediterranean influences; the city is at the same time ancient and modern. A walk through its narrow streets allows us to get in touch with its varied and fascinating past: traces of its splendid Roman origins, its prevailing medieval structure dating back to the time of knights and castles, its magnificent Renaissance palaces as well as the impressive fortifications which protect it. A suggestive blend of art and history which continuously fascinates the onlooker. We will visit Piazza Bra with the Arena, a Roman amphitheatre, Via Mazzini, Piazza delle Erbe e dei Signori with the monument to Dante Alighieri and Juliet’s Balcony. Continuation to Lake Iseo, an amazing place surrounded by hills and nice villages. We stop in Iseo, the main city. Lunch at your own In the afternoon, departure to Genoa via Milan with a panoramic itinerary on the South-west side of the lake. Arrival to Genoa. Seaport, one of the largest of the Southern Europe, the first in Italy; 6th city of the country, this town has an important history, as a Maritime Republic. Its historical centre has grown around the dock, is full of narrow and characteristic streets and has a medieval origin. Accommodation, overnight at the hotel.
Day 5 Day 5: Genoa/Rapallo/Santa Margherita/Portofino/Genoa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Genoa/Rapallo/Santa Margherita/Portofino/Genoa

Breakfast at the hotel. Indicative city tour of Genoa in the morning and later on, departure to Rapallo, famous tourist centre. Visit of the old town where a long promenade ends with the beautiful castle of Dragut. Then, road to Santa Margherita, beautiful seaside city of Riviera di Levante (Eastern Riviera), located in the Tigullio Gulf. Lunch at your own. In the afternoon, visit of Portofino. Around a little square, you can have a nice view of a group of high, coloured and picturesque houses. In the small port, during the high season, you can see expensive yachts from every part of the world. Finally, return to Genoa with a panoramic road. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 6 Day 6: Genoa / Portovenere / Cinque Terre / Genoa
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Genoa / Portovenere / Cinque Terre / Genoa

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Portovenere, a fishermen village located at the end of La Spezia Gulf. Visit. Ferry to Cinque Terre (if the atmospheric conditions doesn’t permit the boarding, the visit will be with a panoramic itinerary by bus/minivan and train.) Heritage of the Unesco, these 5 fishermen villages, symbolize a group unique in the world for its beautiful landscape and the medieval style of their buildings. Visit of the little village of Vernazza and Monterosso, the biggest of the five villages, characterised by long beaches and narrow streets full of restaurants and handcraft shops. Lunch at your own. In the afternoon coming back to Genoa. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 7 Day 7: Genoa /Laigueglia / Finalborgo /Milan
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Genoa /Laigueglia / Finalborgo /Milan

UNTIL OCTOBER 2020

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to to Rapallo. Famous tourist centre, offers one of the most suggestive example of architecture of Liguria coast. Visit. Leaving to Portofino. Around a little square, you can have a nice view of a group of high, coloured and picturesque houses. In the small port, during the high season, you can see expensive yachts from every part of the world. Visit. Arrival to Santa Margherita, famous seaside city of Riviera of Levante, located in the Tigullio Gulf. Free time for lunch, return to Milan.

SINCE MARCH 2021

Breakfast at the hotel and outgoing to the western coast of Liguria. Arrival to Laigueglia, a picturesque and little village of fishermen with its nice corners and small beaches. Visit. Later, departure to Finalborgo, a typical medieval village at the bottom of the mountains where the Alps meets the Apennines. Lunch at your own. Return to Milan. End of services.

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7 Days Northern Lakes And Italian Riviera Tour - From Milan

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Itinerary of your trip 7 Days Northern Lakes And Italian Riviera Tour - From Milan

Day 1: Milan / Lake Orta / Lake Maggiore / Como

Day 2: Como / Bellagio / Bergamo

Day 3: Bergamo / Sirmione / Lazise / Verona

Day 4: Verona / Lake Iseo / Genoa

Day 5: Genoa/Rapallo/Santa Margherita/Portofino/Genoa

Day 6: Genoa / Portovenere / Cinque Terre / Genoa

Day 7: Genoa /Laigueglia / Finalborgo /Milan

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