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Northern Italy Including Cinque Terre 2013

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Trip Itinerary

  • Day 1

    ARRIVE MILAN (2 NIGHTS)

    Welcome to Milan, Italy’s commercial and financial hub. Relax after check–in and later meet your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a Welcome Reception and evening orientation drive.


    Meal(s): (Welcome Reception)

    Hotel: NH Touring (F)/Atahotel Quark (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 2

    MILAN SIGHTSEEING AND FREE TIME

    Your Local Guide takes you on a walking tour of Milan. View the sights of the city including the Gothic Cathedral, the glass–domed Galleria and La Scala Opera House. Enjoy free time this afternoon to visit a museum or perhaps consider an optional excursion to Sforza Castle.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 3

    MILAN - BAVENO (2 NIGHTS)

    Drive north–west to the Italian Lake District. Found on the southern side of the Alps, Lake Maggiore is one of the most famous sights in Lombardy and is known for its beautiful waters and picturesque views. Enjoy an included visit to the beautiful botanical gardens of Villa Taranto. See azalea, maple, rhododendron and camellia avenues, rare lilies and gardens containing over 300 varieties of dahlias. You will have free time here for lunch. Later, stop to view the sights of Stresa on the shores of the lake before checking in to your hotel for a two night stay. This evening, take a private boat to an island on Lake Maggiore for a special Be My Guest dining experience.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Be My Guest)

    Hotel: Simplon (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 4

    BAVENO FREE DAY

    A full day to relax and enjoy your Italian lakeside experience. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of your hotel or consider taking an excursion to one of the Borromean Islands – Isola Bella, which includes a visit inside the Borromeo Palace. This evening dine at your hotel.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

  • Day 5

    BAVENO - GENOA - SANTA MARGHERITA - LA SPEZIA (2 NIGHTS)

    Stop in Genoa, birthplace of Columbus, for an included guided walking tour with a Local Guide. View some of the majestic Renaissance and Baroque palaces of the noble families of Genoa and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Via Garibaldi. Stop in Santa Margherita for free time to explore. Later, arrive and check–in to your hotel in La Spezia for a two night stay.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Dinner)

    Hotel: NH La Spezia (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 6

    LA SPEZIA - FULL DAY CINQUE TERRE EXCURSION

    Enjoy an included full day excursion to see the Cinque Terre – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This magnificent coastline can only be reached by boat or train. Visit two of the five picturesque fishing villages with your Local Guide.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

  • Day 7

    LA SPEZIA - LANGHIRANO - PARMA

    Enjoy a relaxing start to the day as you drive towards Parma stopping in a small town called Langhirano. Here you will visit the Museum of Prosciutto di Parma and hear about this gastronomic delicacy which is famous the world over. Stop to take a picture of the castle at Torrechiara before arriving in Parma for free time. This evening consider taking an excursion for a gourmet dinner.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

    Hotel: Parma & Congressi (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 8

    PARMA - SORAGNA - PAVIA - MILAN

    Today you will be able to enjoy another gastronomic product from the region. Stop in the small town of Soragna to visit Museo del Parmigiano–Reggiano to discover the history and process involved in the manufacture of this popular cheese. This afternoon you will stop at the famous Carthusian Monastery Certosa di Pavia to admire the gothic and renaissance architecture of this monastic complex. Tonight enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your companions and Travel Director.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast / Farewell Dinner)

    Hotel: Novotel Milano Ca Granda (F)

    M: Moderate, D: Deluxe, SF: Superior First Class, F: First Class. For further details please see the notes section below.
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  • Day 9

    DEPART MILAN

    This morning say ‘arrivederci’ to Italy as your fascinating holiday comes to an end. Transfers are available. Conditions apply.


    Meal(s): (Buffet Breakfast)

What's Included

Insider Experiences

  • Local Speciality Visit a Parma ham and parmesan cheese museum near Parma.
  • Be My Guest Take a private boat trip for an exclusive dinner on an island in the idyllic Lake Maggiore. Your host will share stories of the history of the island and ‘pirates hideaway’ and then you will be served a delicious meal.
  • Local Guide in Milan, Genoa and the Cinque Terre.
  • Unique Insight Enjoy an included visit to the beautiful gardens of Villa Taranto.
  • Hidden Treasure Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director.

Sightseeing Highlights

  • MilanSightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of the Glass Domed Galleria, the Gothic Cathedral and La Scala Opera House.
  • Villa TarantoVisit the magnificent botanical gardens.
  • StresaOrientation tour of the town on Lake Maggiore.
  • GenoaSightseeing with your Local Guide includes views of the Renaissance Palaces and Via Garibaldi.
  • Santa MargheritaOrientation of this coastal town.
  • La SpeziaOrientation of this coastal town.
  • Cinque TerreExcursion to the Cinque Terre with a visit to two of the towns.
  • ParmaOrientation of the city.
  • Certosa di PaviaVisit the beautifully decorated monastic complex of Certosa di Pavia.

Dining

  • 8 hot buffet breakfasts.

  • 5 evening meals inculding:
  • Welcome Reception including light snacks and welcome drinks with your Travel Director in Milan.
  • 2 three-course dinners with local wine.
  • Be My Guest dinner on an island in Lake Maggiore.
  • Farewell Dinner in Milan.

Travel Highlights

  • First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an on-board restroom.
  • The services of a professional Travel Director throughout your journey.
  • A travel wallet with your documentation.
  • Audio HeadsetsProvided throughout your tour to enhance your included sightseeing experiences.
  • Complimentary keepsake photo.

Airport Transfers

  • For full details on transfers, please click here.
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Hotel Class Key
  • SF= Superior First Class, F = First Class, MF = Moderate First Class, ST = Superior Tourist, D = Deluxe and MD = Moderate Deluxe.
  • Hotels are subject to change.
Notes
  • * For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
  • ^Twin-share option not available for trips to South America., Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey.

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