1Lake District – Arrival
Meals included: dinner
Upon arrival at Milan Airport, the group is welcomed and transferred by private coach to the hotel in the beautiful Lake District. This region, located between the Alps and the fertile plains of northern Italy, is known for its elegant lakeside landscapes, charming villages, and refined atmosphere. After check-in, guests have time to relax and settle in following their journey. In the evening, the program begins with dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay.
2Lake Como
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, the group travels by private bus to Lake Como, one of Italy’s most celebrated lakes, known for its scenic beauty and historic villas. A scenic boat excursion to Bellagio reveals picturesque villages, elegant lakeside estates, and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains. Lunch at leisure. On the return journey, guests visit a local wine cellar for a tasting of Terre Lariane IGT, a medium-bodied red wine characterized by fresh fruit aromas, soft tannins, and balanced acidity. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
3Turin
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Breakfast. The journey continues to Turin, Piedmont’s elegant capital. Guests enjoy a guided tour highlighting the city’s Baroque architecture, grand squares, historic cafés, the Mole Antonelliana, and the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, home to the Shroud of Turin. Lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, the visit continues to the Martini Factory, where the production of the iconic vermouth is explored. The day ends with arrival at the hotel in the Langhe–Monferrato countryside and dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay.
4Langhe
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Breakfast. After breakfast at the hotel, a panoramic bus tour through the rolling hills of the Langhe highlights one of Italy’s most prestigious wine regions. Lunch at leisure. Guests learn about the Nebbiolo grape, the foundation of Barolo, and visit a winery for a tasting paired with local cheeses and traditional dishes. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
5Lake Iseo and Franciacorta
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, guests enjoy a boat ride on Lake Iseo, visiting Monte Isola and exploring the calm lakeside villages. Lunch at leisure. The journey continues to Franciacorta, where a winery visit provides insight into the traditional method of sparkling wine production, followed by a tasting of Franciacorta paired with local specialties. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
6Venice – Canals, Landmarks and Bacaro Traditions
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
Following breakfast at the hotel, the group explores the rolling vineyards along the Prosecco Wine Road. Lunch at leisure. Guests visit a local winery to discover the production of Prosecco, learning about grape harvesting and fermentation, and enjoy tasting the region’s signature sparkling wines. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
7Verona and Valpolicella
Meals included: breakfast and dinner
After breakfast in the hotel, the group explores Verona, including the Arena di Verona and Juliet’s balcony. Lunch at leisure. The afternoon is dedicated to the Valpolicella wine region, with a tasting of Amarone and Valpolicella Classico, learning how partially dried grapes create rich, complex reds. Return to the hotel, have dinner and overnight.
8Verona – Departure
Meals included: breakfast
After breakfast in the hotel, the private bus transfers the group back to Milan airport for departure, concluding a journey through Northern Italy’s lakes, historic cities, and renowned wine regions.
THE WINE REGIONS OF NORTHERN ITALY
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Italy
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