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Food & Wine in Bologna, Milan & Turin - 9 Days

On this 9-day food and wine itinerary, indulge in Italy's best regional produce. You'll start in Bologna and Parma sampling the high-quality cured meats and cheeses sold in bustling markets, as well as exploring iconic buildings and piazzas. Move on to the foodie-friendly city of Mila and, wander the Navigli District, enjoying aperitivos with locals along the canals. Take a day trip out to Lake Como for a relaxing tour of the villages and a boat ride. End your trip in the Piedmont region, origin of the Slow Food movement, and go on a full-day wine tasting experience in the Langhe Hills.

Northern Italy is famous for its excellent red wines and white truffles

Food & Wine in Bologna, Verona, Milan & Turin - 10 Days

Earn your Italian food and wine stripes in just 10 days with this northern Italy itinerary tailor-made for foodies. Dive into the Emilia-Romagna region's culinary treasures, discover the historic charm of Verona amid renowned vineyards, master pasta and cocktails in Milan, and savor Turin's street food with a local guide, indulging in regional delights like agnolotti pasta.

Food & Wine in Bologna, Venice, Verona, Milan & Turin - 11 Days

Over 11 days, taste the best of Italian food and wine. Begin in Bologna with open-air markets and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Venetian palaces and gondolas await you in Venice alongside delicious cuisine. Then, head to Casa di Giulietta in Verona to see the inspiration for Romeo & Juliet's love story, before going wine tasting in the Piedmont countryside. Try Barolo and Barbaresco wines, and sample regional cheeses.

Food & Wine in Bologna, Venice, Verona, Milan & Turin - 12 Days

Experience Italy's famous food and wine scene with this 12-day itinerary. Tour grand piazzas in Bologna while working up your appetite for regional delicacies, eat cicchetti in Venice and visit Europe's largest open-air market, Porta Palazzo. Delve deep into Roman history and wine making in Verona, and get your apron on to prepare a traditional Italian meal at a cooking class in Milan.

Food & Wine in Bologna, Venice, Verona, Milan & Turin - 13 Days

This 13-day itinerary will leave you feeling like a local, as you discover and become expert in great food and wine in Northern Italy. Begin with a guided tour through the markets in Bologna and taste handmade tortellini pasta and sweet treats. In Venice, spend a self-guided day on the lagoon islands of Murano and Burano, then go wine tasting in Verona and the Piedmont countryside. Take a cooking class and mix aperitivo cocktails in Milan before rounding off your culinary adventure in Turin with a street food walking tour.

Sit down to a canal-side spritz in Venice

Food & Wine in Bologna, Venice, Verona, Milan & Turin - 14 Days

Over 14 days, eat and drink your way through northern Italy with this sumptuous food and wine-focused itinerary. Visit Parma and discover prosciutto crudo and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Sample Venetian cicchetti and watch the sunset over the Ponte dell'Accademia, then savor the fine wines of Valpolicella and Piedmont. Complete your gastronomic odyssey with sweet cioccolato and street food in Turin and a Milanese masterclass in pasta. Buon appetito!

Food & Wine in Piedmont: Turin, Alba & Barolo - 6 Days

Food and wine connoisseurs visiting Northern Italy will thoroughly enjoy the experiences in this 6-day itinerary. Take a walking tour of Turin and discover its rich history, bustling markets, and interesting museums. Then, head to the town of Alba, located within the UNESCO-protected Langhe Hills, and learn about the best of Piedmont's produce. Savor local specialties with white truffle hunting and wine tasting day trips from Alba. Slow down as you sample full-bodied Barolo wines, local cheeses, truffles, and more.

Food & Wine in Piedmont: Turin, Alba & Barolo - 5 Days

Enjoy some of Italy's finest food and wine with this 5-day trip to the Piedmont region. Explore Turin's city center and learn about its food scene from a local guide on a street food tour. Try local specialties including bicerin and grissini. Discover the medieval town of Alba and the surrounding Langhe Hills wine region with a full-day tour to several small wineries and villages where Barolo and Barbaresco wines are produced.

See castles and sip wine in Italy's Barolo

Food & Wine in Piedmont: Turin, Alba & Barolo - 7 Days

Over seven days, discover some of Italy's best food and wine in the cities and rural villages of the Piedmont region. Begin in the grand city of Turin, where you'll learn about Savoy history and try regional produce in the Quadrilatero market district. Enjoy a full-day Barolo and Barbaresco wine-tasting tour in the Lange Hills, then go white truffle hunting with a trusty "tabui" dog near Alba before feasting on your harvest.

Food & Wine in Piedmont: Turin, Alba, & Barolo - 8 Days

Experience the slow food movement, which originated in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy, with this 8-day itinerary. Turin is the historic capital of the region, where you'll explore the city center, palace, and piazzas with a local guide. Then head out to the rural Barolo wine region, stay in a hilltop town, and visit renowned wineries. The final stop is the city of Alba, where you will go hunting for rare white truffles.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 10 Days

On this 10-day trip, discover the Piedmont region on a guided tour of Turin's historic sites and a day trip into the wild to go hunting for white Alba truffles. Then, escape the city by heading to the Italian Rivera and Cinque Terre coastline. Spend free time at the beach, indulging in gelato, visiting the fishing village of Portofino, and getting inspired in favorite spots of Byron and Shelley in Portovenere. Go wine tasting in the Cinque Terre and munch on plates of Genovese pesto and fresh focaccia in Genoa's Old Town.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 11 Days

On this 11-day trip stay in Turin and discover the importance of the Piedmont region as you visit the iconic Piazza Castello and Royal Palace, then hunt for rare white truffles in Alba with a local expert. Spend some time relaxing on the beach on the Italian Rivera and exploring the villages of Camogli, Santa Margherita Ligure, and Portofino. The Cinque Terre offers great hiking and wine tasting. In Genoa enjoy a self-guided day searching for the best Pesto-Genovese and wandering the Old Town.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 9 Days

Discover Northern Italy's Piedmont region and the Italian Riviera during this 9-day trip. Learn the storied history of the Savoy at the Royal Palace and marvel at the baroque design of the San Lorenzo Church. Head to the Italian Rivera and luxuriate in the beachfront town of Santa Margherita Ligure. Enjoy coastal walks to nearby Portofino and hiking through the Cinque Terre villages. Take a day trip to Genoa and explore the city's medieval Old Town and port at your own pace. Finish off your trip exploring cultural, religious and historical monuments in Milan, Italy's unofficial capital.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 8 Days

Discover the Piedmont and Italian Riviera regions of Northern Italy during this 8-day trip. Visit the iconic Royal Palace, previously owned by the wealthy Savoy family, Piazza Castello and the Turin Egyptian Museum. See the gorgeous Italian Rivera, known for sparkling seas and charming beachfront villages, including Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino. Walk along the coast and between the villages of the Cinque Terre, and spend a half-day on a wine tasting tour. Explore the Rossi palaces in Genoa & try homemade Genovese pesto before traveling to your final destination, fashionable Milan.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 7 Days

Spend time in the Piedmont region of Northern Italy, as well as the Italian Riviera, during this 7-day trip. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Turin to learn about the city's history and baroque architecture. Then leave the city behind for Rivera beaches and coastal hiking in the rugged Cinque Terre on the west coast. Be charmed by the quaint fishing villages of Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino. Embrace the relaxed pace of life and go wine tasting in Riomaggiore, before heading back to exciting bustle of modern Milan to complete your journey.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 6 Days

Spend 6 days in Northern Italy discovering the myriad charms of the Piedmont region and the Italian Riviera . Learn about the history of Turin on a guided walking tour of major sites, including the Royal Palace and Church of San Lorenzo. Escape the city and stay in relaxed Santa Margherita Ligure on the Italian Riviera. Enjoy walking along the beach to the fishing village of Portofino, and take day trips to explore the Cinque Terre and Genoa.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 5 Days

With 5 days to spend, discover Turin and the Italian Riviera in Northern Italy. Explore Turin's historical city center with a guide and visit grand piazzas, palaces and museums. After, journey to Santa Margherita Ligure on the Italian Riviera, the perfect picturesque beachfront village. Spend time relaxing in beautiful Portofino and enjoy a day trip to the Cinque Terre, famous for its medieval villages, dramatic sea cliffs, and world-class hiking trails.

Grand Cities and Classic Riviera Villages: Turin, Santa Margherita Ligure, Cinque Terre, & More - 12 Days

On this 12-day trip, begin your journey in the heart of the Piedmont region, enjoying a guided tour of the historic city of Turin, and going hunting for rare white truffles in Alba. On the Italian Riviera, collect relaxing days in Camogli, Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino, followed up by wine tasting and hiking glorious paths in the Cinque Terre. Take day trips to Genoa and Portovenere in search of the perfect plate of Genovese pesto, history in the Rolli palaces, and the inspired views of Byron's Grotto to round off your Riviera experience. End your trip with the soaring architecture of Milan, old juxtaposed against new in this center of modern Italy.

Exploring The Villages of Lake Como - 7 Days

Enjoy 7 days exploring romantic Lake Como in Italy's Lake District. Take a guided tour of Como, visit Villa Olmo park, and ride up to Brunate on the funicular railway for unrivaled views across the lake. Walk the Greenway of Lake Como, a 6-mile route along the lakeside, and stop at Villa Balbianello in Lenno. Hop across the lake by boat to wander the cobbled streets and botanical gardens in Varenna and Bellagio.

Exploring The Villages of Lake Como - 6 Days

This 6-day trip will take you through the beautiful villages of Lake Como in Northern Italy. Learn about the history of Como's cathedral and the silk industry at Museo Didattico della Seta. Stay in the traditional village of Varenna and visit the iconic Villa Monastero. Travel across the lake by boat to wander the cobbled streets of Bellagio and round off the trip with free time to discover Villa Mylius Vigoni in Menaggio.

Exploring The Villages of Lake Como - 8 Days

Spend 8 days exploring the villages of Lake Como, at the heart of the Lake District. Begin in the main town of Como with a guided tour of the 14th-century Cathedral of Como and Villa Olmo park. Travel by boat to Tremezzina and walk through charming villages along the Greenway of Lake Como. Discover the elegance and history of villas and botanical gardens in Varenna, Bellagio, and Menaggio.

Exploring The Villages of Lake Como - 5 Days

Explore three beautiful villages of Lake Como on a quick 5-day trip to Northern Italy. Learn about the history of Como during a guided tour of Villa Olmo and the Basilica of San Fedele. Take a scenic ferry ride to travel to the traditional village of Varenna. Learn about the significance of iconic villas including Villa Monastero in Varenna, then hop across to Bellagio by boat to visit the botanical gardens of Villa Serbelloni and the neoclassical Villa Melzi.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Grado & Venice - 7 Days

Explore historic and culturally important cities on this 7-day trip to Northeast Italy. Historically Trieste has been influenced by Austrian, Hungarian, and Slovenian culture, come explore this interesting vibe. Tour the grand piazzas, castles and palaces on a walking tour with a local guide. Grado offers a relaxed pace of life on the coast with long walks along beaches and the yacht lined-harbor. The city of Aquileia is a great place to uncover Roman history on an archeology tour. In Venice, the iconic St Mark's Square and Doge's Palace await you. Afterwards, you'll get to know the canals and neighborhoods of the city, such as the former Jewish Ghetto.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Grado & Venice - 8 Days

Uncover Roman history on this 8-day trip to Northeast Italy. Begin your trip in Trieste to discover the importance of the Grand Canal and palaces in Piazza Unità d'Italia. Spend a full day in Slovenia, visiting the capital city of Ljubljana and Lake Bled. Enjoy a leisurely pace of life in the beach town of Grado, and visit the nearby city of Aquileia, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Finish your trip in the exquisite city of Venice, taking a walking tour through the maze of streets and canals that make this city so unique.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Grado & Venice - 9 Days

Uncover Roman history on this 9-day trip to Northeast Italy. Tour the cosmopolitan city of Trieste, including the important Piazza Unità d'Italia. Take a day trip to the gorgeous Lake Bled in Slovenia before moving on to Grado, a picturesque beach town steeped in ancient history. Tour beautiful and historical architecture with a local guide in Venice, including the Doge's Palace, and St. Mark's Square. End your trip with a visit to the islands of Murano and Burano on a self-guided day trip.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Grado, Venice, & Verona - 10 Days

Visit some of the best of Northeast Italy on this 10-day trip. Tour the major sites in the coffee capital of Italy, Trieste, on a walking tour, and travel to Slovenia for a day. In Grado, spend time walking on the coast and searching for historical Roman artifacts. Get romantic in Venice and Verona, first on a gondola ride, then declaring your love (of Italy!) at Juliet's balcony at Casa di Giulietta. End your trip in style with a wine tasting in the Valpolicella wine region.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Venice, Verona, Lake Garda, & More - 11 Days

Visit the highlights of Northeast Italy on this 11-day trip. Tour the city of Trieste on a walking tour of the Grand Canal, Piazza Unità d'Italia, and Castello di Miramare & Gardens. Enjoy tranquility in the coastal town of Grado and step back into Roman times with an archeological tour of Aquileia. Indulge in a gondola ride down Venice's canals before traveling to the romantic city of Verona to visit Casa di Giulietta and taste regional wines. Take a day trip to Lake Garda for a relaxing end to your trip.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Venice, Verona, Lake Garda, & More - 12 Days

Visit the highlights of Northeast Italy on this 12-day trip. Tour grand palaces and piazzas in Trieste. Take a day trip to Ljubljana in Slovenia. Be serenaded on an enchanting gondola ride in Venice before visiting the iconic St. Marks Square and dining in the former Jewish Ghetto. In Verona, Roman history, Shakespearean inspiration and wine tastings await you. For a sweet ending, spend a day on Lake Garda and take a tour of the charming villages with a local guide.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Venice, Verona, Lake Garda, & More - 14 Days

Discover the Northeast of Italy on this 14-day adventure. Explore history and archeology in Trieste and Grado. Visit the Miramare Castle and walk in the footsteps of Rome's Caesar on a day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage city of Aquileia. Enjoy a romantic gondola ride in Venice and tour the city with a local guide. Learn the language of love in Shakespeare's Verona and taste regional Valpolicella wines. Relax on Lake Garda and visit charming villages by boat, then end your trip in Italy's unofficial capital, Milan, where Gothic architecture and designer shops await you.

Northeast Italy: Trieste, Venice, Verona, Lake Garda, & More - 13 Days

Discover the Northeast of Italy on this 13-day trip. Immerse yourself in Italian-Hungarian history in Trieste, visiting grand palaces and piazzas. Cross the border to spectacular Lake Bled in Slovenia. Navigate the waters of Venice in a romantic gondola and tour St. Marks Square and the Doge's Palace. Learn the traditional secrets of wine production and taste Valpolicella wines in Verona. Pay a visit to the balcony that inspired Shakespeare to write Romeo & Juliet. End your trip on the south side of Lake Garda, where you'll spend 2 days visiting enchanting villas and castles.

Historic Milan, Romantic Lake Como & Charming Lake Maggiore - 9 Days

On this 9-day trip starting and ending in Milan, discover two of the most beautiful lakes in Northern Italy. Explore Lake Como by boat, and visit the elegant villas in the villages of Como and Bellagio. On Lake Maggiore, be charmed by the picturesque town of Stresa and the island of Isola Bella, and enjoy panoramic views over the lake with a cable car ride. While in Milan, hit all the highlights including the Duomo and Da Vinci's "The Last Supper" painting.

Historic Milan, Romantic Lake Como & Charming Lake Maggiore - 10 Days

During this 10-day trip, you'll experience the best of Milan and visit two of the most beautiful lakes in Northern Italy. Admire the mix of Gothic and Renaissance art and architecture in Milan, and taste local street food. On Lake Como, enjoy a guided tour of the traditional lakeside villages of Varenna and Bellagio, and take the scenic route by boat to the town of Como and visit its cathedral. On Lake Maggiore, discover the picturesque town of Stresa and the island of Isola Bella, and take a cable car ride for views out over the lake at sunset.

Historic Milan, Romantic Lake Como & Charming Lake Maggiore - 8 Days

On this 8-day trip, you'll get to explore the cultural capital of Milan as well as two of the most beautiful lakes in Northern Italy. Discover Milan's Renaissance art and Gothic architecture with visits to the Duomo and Da Vinci's "The Last Supper" painting. Explore the villages of Lake Como and Lake Maggiore by boat. Visit the magnificent villas in Bellagio and learn how to make fresh pasta in Como. On Lake Maggiore, hop from the charming town of Stresa to Isola Bella, "the beautiful island". Ride a cable car and enjoy panoramic views over the lake at sunset.

Historic Milan, Romantic Lake Como & Charming Lake Maggiore - 7 Days

During this 7-day trip, you'll experience the best of Milan and explore two of the most amazing lakes in Northern Italy, Lake Como and Lake Maggiore. Discover the picturesque villages of Bellagio and Como, and visit elegant villas, historic churches, and ride a funicular to mountaintop Brunate at sunset. On Lake Maggiore, stay in the charming town of Stresa, and enjoy a boat ride to Isola Bella, "the beautiful island". In Milan, delve into Italian culture, history, and art when visiting the Gothic Duomo and hip neighborhoods.

Historic Milan & Romantic Lake Como - 6 Days

This 6-day trip will immerse you in the bustling local life of Milan and the beauty of one of the grandest lakes in Northern Italy, Lake Como. Visit the villages of Como and Bellagio and be charmed by grand villas, romantic sunsets, and scenic boat rides. In Milan, explore the history of art at the Gothic Cathedral and see Da Vinci's Renaissance masterpiece "The Last Supper", and enjoy apertivos in vibrant neighborhoods.

Historic Milan & Romantic Lake Como - 5 Days

With this quick 5-day trip, discover Milan and the grandeur of Lake Como. Experience elegant villas, charming cobblestone lanes, and romantic gardens in Bellagio, explore the historic center of the town of Como, and take in the views from a funicular at sunset. Delve into centuries of Italian history at Milan's Duomo, admire Da Vinci's masterpiece "The Last Supper", and get a feel for local life in the capital of Italian culture.

Discover Treviso, Venice and Verona - 5 Days

Enjoy a fast 5-day trip to Treviso and Verona, two cities with rich and interesting histories. Discovering ornate churches, interesting museums, and vintage clothing boutiques in Treviso. Travel back in time in Verona on a guided tour of ancient castles and grand piazzas. Spend a day in Venice, walking through the former Jewish Ghetto, the Rialto market towards Piazza San Marco at the center.

Discover Treviso, Venice and Verona - 6 Days

Spend 6-days in the Veneto region, beginning in Treviso. Enjoy the architecture and waterways of Treviso's Old Town center. Fall in love with Verona and see Juliet's balcony, plus bustling squares like Piazza Bra. Take a day trip to Venice on a guided tour of the main highlights, including the spectacular Basilica of St Mark, and the Grand Canal.

Discover Treviso, Venice and Verona - 7 Days

With this 7-day itinerary, you will visit three powerful cities in Northern Italy. Treviso's narrow streets are perfectly charming, and there is a lot to see and do in a small area, including a Prosecco tasting. Learn about Roman history in Verona whilst visiting the ancient amphitheater, and allow a local guide to navigate the canals in Venice as you enjoy a walking tour through the city.

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping mall

The Best of Milan & Lake Como - 5 Days

Explore the best of Northern Italy on this 5-day trip to Milan and Lake Como. Milan is a city full of Rennaissance art and historic architecture, as you'll experience as you visit its famous Gothic Duomo and other highlights. Learn how to make fresh pasta and Italian cocktails during a cooking class, and take a day trip to Lake Como and visit the beautiful villages of Bellagio, Varenna, and Como.

The Best of Milan, Parma & Lake Como - 7 Days

Explore the best of Northern Italy on this seven-day trip to Milan and Lake Como. Discover Renaissance art in Milan, learn how to cook your own homemade pasta, and mix a classic Italian aperitivo. Taste your way through Parma's famous food scene and relax on Lake Como as you visit magnificent villas and the villages of Bellagio and Varenna.

The Best of Milan, Parma, & Lake Como - 6 Days

Explore the best of Northern Italy on this 6-day trip to Milan and Lake Como. Start your trip in Milan to learn about Rennaissance art and history, and discover the secrets of making your own homemade pasta and classic cocktails from a local expert. Spend a day in Parma eating prosciutto and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, then escape the city with a day trip to the villages of Bellagio and Varenna on Lake Como, before heading home from Milan.

Highlights of Venice, Verona & Lake Garda - 5 Days

With this quick 5-day trip, you'll explore Venice and the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Experience the heart of the 'Floating City' as you wander along its beautiful canals and visit St. Mark's Square and the Palazzo Ducale (Doge's Palace). Experience Shakespearean love in Verona at Casa di Giulietta and relive Roman entertainment at the Arena. Take a day trip to Lake Garda and find tranquility in the picturesque lakeside villages of Sirmione and Desenzano del Garda.

Highlights of Venice, Verona, & Lake Garda - 6 Days

This 6-day trip will take you from Venice to other top destinations in the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Experience the splendor of the Grand Canal and the Palazzo Ducale in Venice. Feel the romance in Verona as you stand beneath Juliet's balcony at Casa di Giulietta and head out to the Valpolicella region for wine tasting. Relax and admire the beauty of Lake Garda on a day trip to the towns of Sirmione and Desenzano del Garda.

Highlights of Venice, Verona & Lake Garda - 7 Days

Venice is just the tip of the iceberg as you explore the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Take a guided tour of the Doge's Palace, and St. Mark's Square, then head out into Venice's lagoon to Murano and Burano islands. Visit the Roman Arena and Casa di Giulietta in Verona, and sip the best varietals in the Valpolicella wine region. Wrap it all up with a day trip to scenic Lake Garda and its charming towns.

Highlights of Venice, Verona & Lake Garda - 8 Days

Starting in Venice, your 8-day trip will bring you the best of Italy's Veneto region. Take a guided walking tour of Venice, visiting its most famous palaces and piazzas, and head out of the city to the Murano and Burano islands known for glassmaking and lacemaking. Experience Roman history in Verona, taste Valpolicella wine, and visit the inspiration for Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. On Lake Garda, explore the picturesque villages of Sirmione, Desenzano del Garda, and Malcesine.

Highlights of Venice, Verona & Lake Garda - 9 Days

Beginning in Venice, this 9-day trip will take you through the highlights of the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Visit the main sights of the 'Floating City' on a guided tour of St. Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, and take time to discover the islands of Murano, Torcello, and Burano. The city of Verona is a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with beautiful, historic attractions. See Casa di Giulietta, the house which inspired Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet, and learn how to cook homemade pasta. Experience tranquility on Lake Garda as you hop by boat between the villages of Sirmione, Desenzano del Garda, and Malcesine.

Highlights of Venice, Verona & Lake Garda - 10 Days

Begin your 10-day trip in Venice as you explore the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Take a tour of St. Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace, and visit the lagoon islands of Murano and Burano at your own pace on a self-guided day trip. Walk in the footsteps of Romans at Verona's Arena and learn the language of love at Casa di Giulietta. Learn how to make fresh pasta from a local chef and how to produce Valpolicella wine with a wine tasting in the countryside. Discover the beauty of Lake Garda and visit the villages of Sirmione, Desenzano del Garda, and Malcesine by boat.

The unmistakable sight of Florence's terracotta-tiled Duomo

Highlights of Florence - 7 Days

This ultimate weeklong introduction to Florence provides just the right blend of guided excursions and free time to explore independently. After an introductory tour with a local expert (great for recommendations), immerse yourself in the city's Renaissance art and architecture, elegant gardens, and hip neighborhoods. You'll also mix in your city sightseeing with day trips to gorgeous Tuscany and the Cinque Terre—and a cooking class where you'll learn how to make regional specialties to take home.

Florence's iconic skyline is dominated by the Duomo cathedral

Highlights of Florence - 6 Days

Bring your walking shoes for this itinerary, perfect for first-timers in Florence. In less than a week, you'll meander all over the city, exploring the finest art and architecture, elegant gardens, hip neighborhoods, and food markets. You'll also take two incredible day trips to Tuscany (for medieval hill towns and wineries) and the Cinque Terre (for coastal hiking trails and seafood), returning each night in time for predinner "aperitivos."

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