11 Day Food & Wines of Piedmont, Liguria & Veneto with Cinque Terre - Saturday Departure
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Tour Code:
DSCV-IT-11DF
Start City:
Milan
End City:
Venice
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Tour Quality:
First Class
Tour Length:
11 days
Tour Capacity:
22
Physical Rating:
1 - Light
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Tour Itinerary
DAY 1, Saturday - Depart for Italy
Depart for Italy
DAY 2, Sunday - Arrive in Milan, Transfer to Stresa
Arrive in Milan, and transfer to your hotel in the town of Stresa, on Lake Maggiore, one of Italy's most romantic destinations. The rest of the day is at leisure to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM (exact time will be advised on your tour arrival day), followed by dinner. We recommend you to select flights that arrive no later than 4 PM
Overnight: Lake Maggiore
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3, Monday - Lake Orta and Lake Maggiore
Today, drive to Lake Orta to visit the historical Island of San Giulio. Spend some free time before cruising across Lake Maggiore to Isola Bella. Here, visit the palace of Prince Borromeo, and its splendid gardens with the famous white peacocks. Continue to the charming Isola dei Pescatori, meaning fishermen's island, which gets its name from the occupation of its inhabitants. Walk along the narrow streets and marvel at the incredible views of the lake before enjoying local dishes for dinner
Overnight: Lake Maggiore
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4, Tuesday - Travel to Turin, via the Rice Plantations
This morning depart for Turin, the capital of Italy's Piedmont region, also referred to as the capital of the Alps. On the way, stop in the land of rice and risotto. Learn about the varieties of rice grown and taste the local specialties. In early afternoon take a walking tour of Turin, the industrial capital and nostalgic home to the House of Savoy, Italy's royal family. Start with the Baroque Piazza San Carlo, the so-called Italian Living Room; continue via Palazzo Carignano, birthplace of the first king of Italy. This palace became the seat of the first Italian Parliament. Then, walk to Piazza Carlo Alberto and the elegant Subalpina Gallery. The tour ends in Piazza Castello known as the heart of the city, with the Royal Palace, the Royal Church of San Lorenzo and Palazzo Madama, where the first Italian Senate was located. Enjoy an aperitif in one of the elegant cafes under the porticos. Balance of the day is at leisure to further explore the city
Overnight: Turin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5, Wednesday - Wines in Piedmont
Today is dedicated to Piedmont and its wines. Travel through the regions of Langhe & Monferrato and visit the heartland of Barolo, the most famous & valuable Italian wine, produced by Nebbiolo grapes. Drive through the velvet hills, passing the towns of Cherasco, La Morra, Barbaresco and Neive that link their names to the famous wines of the area. Discover the secrets of the "red gold" with a guided tour of the cellars followed by wine tasting. Return to Turin in the afternoon
Overnight: Turin
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 6, Thursday - Travel to Santa Margherita
This morning travel to the Ligurian Riviera, perhaps spend free time in picturesque Portofino, an Italian gem frequented by the rich and famous. Linger in the well-known Piazzetta, a small cobbled square along the coast: the symbol of fashionable Portofino that overlooks the harbor with its fishing boats and luxurious yachts. Tonight, dinner is at your hotel
Overnight: Santa Margherita Ligure
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7, Friday - Tour Cinque Terre
Morning departure to the spectacular Cinque Terre*, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most beautiful areas of the Liguria region. Here, five small villages are suspended between sea and earth, nestled in the cliffs overlooking the sea, set beside hills where the land's finest wine grapes are grown. Marvel at the scenic coastline while exploring the villages and the beautiful vistas. This active walking tour covers a fair amount of ground including uneven surfaces, stairs, steps and significant slopes. Trains and/or boats will be the means of transportation between the towns. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure in Santa Margherita Ligure *Exact tour itinerary & operation of the tour is subject to weather conditions and will be advised locally
Overnight: Santa Margherita Ligure
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8, Saturday - Travel to Parma with a Traditional Food Tasting
Today head to Parma, while passing the region of Emilia you can't miss a visit to the world- famous land of balsamic vinegar. Here, you will understand how many years of aging are needed to produce this exquisite gourmet vinegar. Enjoy tasting the various qualities along with the local specialty of the area: Parmesan cheese! Upon arrival in Parma, take a walking tour of the city. Balance of the day is at leisure
Overnight: Parma
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 9, Sunday - Bologna's Monuments & Cuisine
This morning drive to Bologna. Today's tour will take you to explore Bologna's oldest food market called "Quadrilatero". You will visit the most traditional food shops and learn about the history, culture, and architecture, that make Bologna medieval market so unique. During the tour, you will savor a variety of food specialties that have secured Bologna's reputation as being the foodie capital of Italy. View Piazza Maggiore with the Accursio Palace, and the Neptune Fountain. Continue to St. Petronio Basilica, with its treasures such as its sundial, the Archiginnasio Palace with its frescoed walls, the Two Towers, and Santo Stefano Square. Head to the Vicenza province to check into your hotel. Later this evening, take a walk in Vicenza. Stop along the way and savor some Cicchetti, typical Venetian small dishes. Continue to view the medieval palaces and the quaint streets of this lovely, genuine small city in northern Veneto
Overnight: Vicenza Province
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10, Monday - The Road of Prosecco
Today, enjoy tasting Prosecco wine in its land of origin while journeying through the countryside, passing castles, villas and medieval towns. On your last night in Italy, share wonderful memories of your trip together in Italy and bid farewell to your Tour Manager
Overnight: Vicenza Province
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 11, Tuesday - Depart Italy
Transfer to the airport in Venice for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
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Thanks to our small group size, we can get to the heart of our destination & visit places that other tours miss
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Additional Information:
Land only prices do not include arrival/departure transfers.
Your tour will begin with an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager at approximately 6 PM. We recommend you to select flights that arrive no later than 4 PM.
Accommodation Details:
Some departures may stay at the in Baveno instead of the Grand Hotel Bristol in Stresa.
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