Day 1 Milan
Day 2 Milan - Como - Verona (240 km)
Day 3 Verona - Venice (103 km)
Day 4 Venice - Padua - San Marino - Gubbio - Perugia (9441 km)
Day 5 Perugia - Assisi - Rome - Naples (337 km)
Day 6 Naples - Capri - Sorrento - Salerno (99 km)
Day 7 Salerno - Pompeii - Naples - Cassino - Rome (246 km)
Day 8 Rome
Day 1:
Milan
Welcome to your tour. You will be transferred to the hotel and have some free time. In the afternoon, information about the start of your tour will be available on the boards at the hotel reception.
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Milan, ITALY
This city in the northernmost part of Italy is a global center for fashion and design. Its artistic history dates back hundreds and hundreds of years; places like Santa Maria delle Grazie are decorated with Leonardo da Vinci's work.
Day 2:
Milan - Como - Verona (240 km)
Today we'll see one of the most beautiful scenic areas in Europe, the region of the Italian Lakes. First, we'll travel to Lake Orta in Orta San Giulio, a well-preserved medieval city. We'll take a train ride to reach the medieval center of the town and then a boat to the Island of San Giulio, a little island on the lake with a monastery. After this, we'll go on to Lake Maggiore, making a stop in Stresa, where we'll have the option to visit the Borromean Islands. The highlight is Isola Bella, featuring its gardens and palace (closed in the winter). We'll have some time for lunch and then we'll head to Verona.
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Verona, ITALY
It is one of the main tourist destinations in northern Italy, owing to its artistic heritage, several annual fairs, shows, and operas, such as the lyrical season in the Arena, the ancient amphitheatre built by the Romans.
Day 3:
Verona - Venice (103 km)
We'll have time to explore Verona, the enchanting city of Romeo and Juliet, before departing for Venice, arriving around 01:00 p.m. A delightful boat trip to St. Mark's Square is included, followed by a guided walking tour of the City of Canals, including a visit to see Murano glasswork. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time-perhaps a gondola ride? Accommodation will be in the Mestre district.
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Verona, ITALY
It is one of the main tourist destinations in northern Italy, owing to its artistic heritage, several annual fairs, shows, and operas, such as the lyrical season in the Arena, the ancient amphitheatre built by the Romans.
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Venice, ITALY
This city off the coast of northeast Italy is famous the world over for its many canals. It is actually a chain of 118 islands linked together by bridges and waterways. Venice is world-renown for its art and beauty.
Day 4:
Venice - Padua - San Marino - Gubbio - Perugia (9441 km)
We'll embark on our journey to Padua, a revered destination for many pilgrims, where we'll visit the magnificent Saint's Basilica. Our adventure will continue to the stunning Adriatic coast, bringing us to San Marino, a charming independent country perched atop a fortified mountain. After lunch, we'll traverse the picturesque Apennines, soaking in the breathtaking mountain scenery as we head to Gubbio, a beautifully preserved town known for the impressive Palace of Consuls and the 12th-century cathedral. Finally, we'll arrive in the enchanting city of Perugia.
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Padua, ITALY
The city is picturesque, with a dense network of arcaded streets opening into large communal piazze, and many bridges crossing the various branches of the Bacchiglione, which once surrounded the ancient walls like a moat. Padua is the setting for most of the action in Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew.
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San Marino, ITALY
San Marino is one of the world's smallest republics, famous for its well-preserved medieval castles, ancient walls, and breathtaking mountain-top scenery surrounded by Italy.
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Gubbio, ITALY
It is known as the "city of stone" and stands on the flank of Mount Ingino: Gubbio will win you over at first sight with its medieval charm waiting to be discovered in its labyrinth of alleys and narrow streets.
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Perugia, ITALY
The capital of Perugia Province, Italy, also known as the city of "former Roman era". Buildings from the medieval and Renaissance era are in the city. Like "church of the holy angels" from the 5th century, and the St. Peter temple from 10th century.
Day 5:
Perugia - Assisi - Rome - Naples (337 km)
We'll go on a panoramic tour of Perugia, a beautiful historic city, also known as the city of chocolate. Accompanied by a local guide, we'll ascend via the moving walkways that cross the rocky outcrop and be amazed as we explore its medieval underground city, with stone-paved streets and charming squares. Afterwards, we'll head to Assisi, where we'll have time for lunch and a visit to the Basilica of St. Francis. In the afternoon, we'll continue our journey south (sometimes stopping in Rome to drop off passengers). We'll arrive in Naples in the evening.
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Perugia, ITALY
The capital of Perugia Province, Italy, also known as the city of "former Roman era". Buildings from the medieval and Renaissance era are in the city. Like "church of the holy angels" from the 5th century, and the St. Peter temple from 10th century.
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Assisi, ITALY
It is a town Italy in the Province of Perugia in the Umbria region, on the western flank of Monte Subasio. It was the birthplace of St. Francis. UNESCO collectively designated the Franciscan structures of Assisi as a World Heritage Site in 2000.
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Naples, ITALY
is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy, after Rome and Milan. In 2015, around 975,260 people lived within the city's administrative limits.
Day 6:
Naples - Capri - Sorrento - Salerno (99 km)
After breakfast, we'll head to the port of Naples to board a ferry to the Island of Capri, where we recommend taking the funicular up to Capri town to stroll around and enjoy the stunning views. After lunch, we'll reboard and head to Sorrento, a charming tourist town nestled at the base of a cliff, where you'll have free time to wander. Our journey will then take us to the Gulf of Salerno, where we'll stay in the city of Salerno.
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Naples, ITALY
is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy, after Rome and Milan. In 2015, around 975,260 people lived within the city's administrative limits.
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Capri, ITALY
Capri is an island located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrentine Peninsula, on the south side of the Gulf of Naples in the Campania region of Italy. The main town Capri that is located on the island shares the name. It has been a resort since the time of the Roman Republic.
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Sorrento, ITALY
This Italian town overlooking the Bay of Naples is a popular tourist destination. It has been settled since Roman times and been visited by many famous writers like Lord Byron, Henrik Ibsen, and John Keats.
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Day 7:
Salerno - Pompeii - Naples - Cassino - Rome (246 km)
We'll begin our day with a visit to Pompeii, where you'll have the chance to admire the remains of this ancient Roman city, buried by the ashes of Mount Vesuvius (tickets and guided tour included). Afterward, we'll head to Naples, one of Italy's most captivating cities and among the oldest continuously inhabited areas in Europe. The historic quarter of Naples, one of the largest in Europe, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You'll have time to explore and enjoy lunch. We'll then continue to Cassino, where you can visit the breathtaking abbey, the site of one of World War II's fiercest battles. Our journey will conclude in Rome, arriving in the evening.
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Pompeii, ITALY
Pompeii is a vast archaeological site in southern Italy's Campania region. Once a thriving and sophisticated Roman city, Pompeii was buried in meters of ash and pumice after the catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 C.E.
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Naples, ITALY
is the capital of the Italian region Campania and the third-largest municipality in Italy, after Rome and Milan. In 2015, around 975,260 people lived within the city's administrative limits.
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Cassino, ITALY
A historic gateway to Lazioâs WWII sites and the Abbey of Montecassino, rebuilt after fierce battles. Explore ancient Roman ruins at Casinum, then savor local olive oil and wines. A blend of solemn history and lush countryside!
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Rome, ITALY
The history of this amazing city spans more than two and a half thousand years. It is one of the most historic places on the planet Earth, and it's artistic and cultural contributions have colored global development.
Day 8:
Rome
After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.