Northern Italy Tour

Day 1: Arrival in Milan

Morning

Arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport and enjoy a private transfer to your boutique city-center hotel. Settle in and refresh after your journey.

Afternoon

Join your guide for a private orientation walk of Milan's historic center, including Piazza del Duomo, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and the chic Brera district. Pause for coffee in a stylish café.

Evening

Welcome dinner at a classic Milanese trattoria, featuring regional specialties like saffron risotto and osso buco.

Day 2: Milan Art and Fashion

Morning:

Private guided visit to see Da Vinci’s The Last Supper, followed by a tour of Milan’s iconic Duomo, including rooftop views over the city.

Afternoon:

Explore Milan's fashion scene with a private artisan visit to a leather workshop or design studio. Enjoy time in the upscale Quadrilatero d'Oro for boutique shopping.

Evening:

Optional aperitivo tour to sample Milan’s famous cocktails and small bites, or dinner at leisure.

Day 3: Lake Maggiore

Morning

Private car transfer to Lake Maggiore. Take a private boat to the enchanting Borromean Islands, visiting Isola Bella's stunning palace and gardens.

Afternoon

Lunch lakeside, followed by a stroll through the charming town of Stresa. Enjoy a gelato while walking along the lake promenade.

Evening

Enjoy Lake Maggiore for a relaxed evening.

Day 4: Lake Maggiore to Lake Como

Morning

Travel by private car to Lake Como, stopping en route at a local vineyard for a wine tasting and farm-to-table lunch.

Afternoon

Arrive in Como and check into a lakeside hotel. Later, enjoy a private walking tour of Como’s historic center, including its Gothic cathedral and artisan shops.

Evening

Dinner at a refined lakeside restaurant, savoring fresh fish from the lake and regional wines.

Day 5: Lake Como Villages and Private Boat Tour

Morning

Private boat cruise on Lake Como, visiting iconic villages such as Bellagio and Varenna. Stop at Villa del Balbianello for a guided tour of its gardens and villa.

Afternoon

Free time to explore Bellagio's charming alleys and boutique shops, followed by a scenic lunch overlooking the lake.

Evening

Return to Como for dinner at leisure or a guided wine and cheese tasting experience.

Day 6: Lake Como to Italian Riviera

Morning

Private transfer to the Italian Riviera, with a scenic stop in Genoa for a guided walking tour of its historic port and medieval center.

Afternoon

Enjoy a Ligurian seafood lunch in Genoa, then continue to Santa Margherita Ligure to check into a seaside resort.

Evening

Relaxing dinner at a seaside trattoria, featuring local pesto and fresh catch of the day.

Day 7: Portofino and Santa Margherita

Morning

Private boat excursion along the Riviera coast to Portofino, with time to explore its picturesque harbor and luxury boutiques.

Afternoon

Return to Santa Margherita for a hands-on pesto-making class with a local chef, followed by a light lunch of your creations.

Evening

Free evening to stroll the waterfront and enjoy dinner at leisure.

Day 8: Cinque Terre Adventure

Morning

Private car and train transfer to Cinque Terre for a guided exploration of its colorful cliffside villages, focusing on Manarola and Vernazza.

Afternoon

Enjoy the best of Cinque Terre on a private boat tour of all the best Cinque Terre has to offer.

Evening

Farewell dinner in Vernazza, featuring Ligurian specialties like trofie al pesto and local wines.

Day 9: Departure

Morning

Private transfer to Milan or Genoa Airport for departure.