DAY 1: GRAND TOUR OF MILAN
Discover Milan, the city that will host the Olympic village in 2026. For this first part of the day, we have designed an eco-friendly tour on board a panoramic double-decker bus. Let yourself be captivated by the efficiency and modernity of the city, get off when you want and take time to stroll along the Navigli, in fact, throughout the day you can get on and off the bus as many times as you like. Bad weather? We've thought of that too: you can enjoy the tour regardless of the weather. For lunch we recommend tasting the typical Milanese risotto or ossobuco in some restaurant with a view of the Duomo Terrace.
In the afternoon we will meet near Piazza del Duomo for a guided tour of the historic centre: we will enter the Duomo and admire its façade, walk through the fascinating Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II with its 19th-century crystal vaults, and visit the Scala Theatre and Museum. We will see the Castello Sforzesco and last but not least, you will have guaranteed, queue-free access to the Last Supper, Leonardo da Vinci's UNESCO-listed masterpiece.
After a fine feast of art, it's time for free time to do some shopping on Milan's fashion streets or a stroll through the tree-lined avenues of city life.
Lunch and dinner free, overnight stay on request.
DAY 2: DAY AT LAKE COMO AND BELLAGIO IN PRIVATE GROUP
Discover Lake Como in the beautiful Lake District, a short distance from Milan. Nestled between the immense snow-capped Alps, it is here that the town of Como rises above the lake. The tour continues with a 2-hour lake cruise. Admire the lakeside villas and keep an eye on Villa d'Este in Cernobbio, a luxurious hotel set in tropical gardens. During the tour you can dock at the town of Bellagio, one of the most famous towns on the lake, follow the steep alleys up from the lake and stop for a coffee or ice cream in one of the lively cafés stop for a coffee or an ice cream in one of the lively cafés housed in large historic buildings. Spend some time at ease here before a cruise to Cadenabbia and return to your coach for the journey back to Milan.
Free lunch and dinner, overnight stay on request.
DAY 3: TOUR OF VERONA AND SIRMIONE
Early in the morning, we will set off for the Veneto region. Return to Verona during Shakespearean times and call your Romeo from Juliet's balcony or visit the exceptionally well-preserved ancient Roman arena. Sirmione, which lies between the blue waters of Lake Garda and green olive trees, is undoubtedly one of the most romantic places on earth and its beauty was praised by the Roman poet Catullus from the earliest days. Visit the narrow medieval streets bursting with colour, the moated castle, Rocca Scaligera, or stroll through the city's most atmospheric attractions.
DAY 4: DAY TOUR IN VENICE
We have come to the end of our long weekend in Italy and cannot fail to include the magical Venice in our itinerary. Whether sunny or covered in a valley of white fog, the city is magical, fascinating and romantic. Here you will enjoy a boat trip across the Venice lagoon and a guided walking tour in which you will walk through the labyrinth of canals and narrow alleys until you reach the magnificent Piazza San Marco. After sipping an espresso in Europe's first café, the afternoon is yours to explore the labyrinth of medieval lanes and take a lunch break.
In your free time, activities include the inevitable gondola ride or a visit to a glass factory before heading back to Milan by bus.
Free lunch and dinner, overnight stay on request.
