Northern Italy Grand Escape: Alps, Venice, Lakes & Ligurian Coast – 7 Days
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Guide Language
English
Group Size
1 - 45
Description
Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Milan
Welcome to Milan. Transfer to hotel and settle in; the day is at leisure to explore the city.
Day 2 – Bernina Red Train & Swiss Alps
Coach to St. Moritz, then a scenic Bernina Red train through the Engadin Valley to Bernina Pass and Tirano, with a guided overview of the Alpine landscape and its history. Return to Milan by coach.
Day 3 – Lake Como Cruise
Coach to Tremezzina for a one‑hour boat cruise on Lake Como, stopping at Bellagio, Cadenabbia and Como. Guided walk of Como’s historic centre before heading back to Milan.
Day 4 – Verona and Sirmione
Travel to Verona for a guided visit to its main historic sites and streets, then continue to the lakeside town of Sirmione before returning to Milan.
Day 5 – Venice Lagoon
Coach to Venice, followed by a boat trip around the lagoon islands and a two‑hour guided walk covering St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and other top sights. Return to Milan in the evening.
Day 6 – Genoa, Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure
Coach to Genoa for a tour of its UNESCO World Heritage historic centre, then visit the picturesque fishing villages of Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. Return to Milan for the night.
Day 7 – Departure from Milan
Transfer to the airport or train station for onward travel.
Day 1 – Arrival in Milan
Welcome to Milan. Transfer to hotel and settle in; the day is at leisure to explore the city.
Day 2 – Bernina Red Train & Swiss Alps
Coach to St. Moritz, then a scenic Bernina Red train through the Engadin Valley to Bernina Pass and Tirano, with a guided overview of the Alpine landscape and its history. Return to Milan by coach.
Day 3 – Lake Como Cruise
Coach to Tremezzina for a one‑hour boat cruise on Lake Como, stopping at Bellagio, Cadenabbia and Como. Guided walk of Como’s historic centre before heading back to Milan.
Day 4 – Verona and Sirmione
Travel to Verona for a guided visit to its main historic sites and streets, then continue to the lakeside town of Sirmione before returning to Milan.
Day 5 – Venice Lagoon
Coach to Venice, followed by a boat trip around the lagoon islands and a two‑hour guided walk covering St. Mark’s Square, the Doge’s Palace and other top sights. Return to Milan in the evening.
Day 6 – Genoa, Portofino & Santa Margherita Ligure
Coach to Genoa for a tour of its UNESCO World Heritage historic centre, then visit the picturesque fishing villages of Portofino and Santa Margherita Ligure. Return to Milan for the night.
Day 7 – Departure from Milan
Transfer to the airport or train station for onward travel.
Meeting Point
Included
- task_alt Accommodation
- task_alt Guide
- task_alt Meals
- task_alt Additional Services
- task_alt Transport
Excluded
- close Flights
- close Insurance
- close Optional
- close Additional Services
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there accommodations for singles and if so, what are the rates. Also, do you coordinate air transportation and transfers?
There is air conditioning on the bus tour.
My husband and I am interested in this tour, but we can find no departure dates for August, September of 2026. Do any tours exist in the fall of 2026?
This tour not run on 2026.
Do not see any dates available to book
You need to select the tour that you wish to book and to check the availability. If you have specific date that you wish to book you can send us and we will send you the quote.
Do you have a 2026 schedule of departure dates? If not, when do you think the dates will be available?
This tour not run on 2026. You can see below alternative tours that we offer: Bernina Train, St. Moritz, Lake Como, Bellagio, Verona, Sirmione and Cinque Terre - 6 Days and Swiss Alps by Bernina Train, St. Moritz, Northern Lakes & Venice – 6 Days
We are looking to this type of tour in early May 26. When will you have those dates available.
The quote and the availability for 2026 will be ready on October 2025. Should you have any other questions please don't hesitate to reach out to us again on this chat.
Which cities are the hotel stays located?
5 nights hotel accommodation - 4* Hotels. Milan: ANTARES HOTEL CONCORDE BW SIGNATURE COLLECTION 4* / Starhotel Ritz - Or Similar. Bergamo: CAPPELLO D'ORO 4* - Or Similar.
Are there pre or post trips available?
We can help you to book Pre and Post Accommodation in Milan - the quote we will send you 2-3 days after your booking.
Is there any other coach/bus transport apart from airport transfer? My partner cannot ride in a coach/bus for long periods.
All the services will be with bus/coach - this means you will get to the meeting point to start the tour will be with bus/coach.
We are coming in from Venice to Milan Central, can we be picked up from the train station instead of the airport at Milan? Can you please email me back the entire itinerary with hotels and best pricing for 2 adult sharing
We can arrange for you the arrival transfer from the train station. Should you have any other questions please don't hesitate to reach out to us again on this chat.
Could you please tell me the activity level? We are over 70 years old, in very good shape. It's the tour level recommended for us?
Most of our travelers in this tour are 50-75 years old. The tour is not rush, but this is walking tour, not a lot of walking.
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