Local Tours
|
|
|
Day 1 | Arrival at Venice Airport. One of our representative will be waiting for you outside the baggage claim area. |
day 2 | Discover the art of creating your very own Venetian mask which will surely rival those featured in famous movies like Phantom of the Opera, Romeo and Juliet, and Eyes Wide Shut! Guided by an expert atelier learn to cut and shape the paper in ancient stone moulds to get the perfect shape for your very own souvenir mask! |
day 3 | Together with your guide, you will explore Murano and visit one of oldest glass blowing factories where you will remain in awe as you watch the incredible craftmanship of the glass-blowers creating a myriad of incredible yet fragile objects. You will stop in Mazzorbo, a small town close to Burano where you can easily enjoy a more authentic Venice away from the crowds. Enjoy a delicious full course lunch in a famous starred restaurant for a Venetian meal. |
day 4 | Check out of Venice and head onto Garda with a tasty stop en route. You will discover a beautiful UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Prosecco Valley, during a panoramic driving through the vineyards, a perfect spot for souvenir photos. After a visit to the scenic Asolo area in Valdobbiadene and to an amazing Palladian villa, you will have prosecco tastings and enjoy some appetizers in two of the best wineries that produce this world-famous wine. Check in to a 4 or 5 star accommodation in Garda for a two night stay. |
day 5 | Today you will explore Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake. Ringed by mountains to the north, the area enjoys a very mild microclimate. The region is carpeted with vineyards and is home to some of the country’s classic wines. Stop at a local winery and savor various typical wines accompanied by a light lunch. Later in the afternoon watch the sun slip into the hills during a private evening cruise on Lake Garda. |
day 6 | Check out of Garda and head onto Bologna with a stop in Verona en route. Visit Verona, an ancient city with a history stretching back to Roman times also known as “The city of lovers”, opera and romance in northern Italy, during a 2 hour guided tour with a professionally licensed English speaking guide. Check in to a 4 or 5 star accommodation in Bologna for a three night stay. |
day 7 | Full day guided tour of Bologna, world-famous for its porticos, medieval squares, the Torre degli Asinelli, the Garisenda and especially for its gastronomic tradition such as: cotoletta bolognese, tagliatelle al ragù or tortellini in broth. |
day 8 | Today you will have the opportunity to discover the unique Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. During the guided tour of the dairy you can learn the secrets of cheese making and taste the final product. |
day 9 | Check out of Bologna and head onto Florence with a stop in Pisa and Lucca en route. You will have time in Pisa, a Tuscan town that is a perfect blend of modern and ancient. Don’t miss Piazza dei Miracoli, where you can visit the medieval Duomo, the Baptistery, and the world-famous Leaning Tower. You will stop in Lucca, “the city of 100 churches”. You will get a taste of an Italian medieval town thanks to its cobbled streets, historic buildings and artistic treasures. Another must see is the old city wall, which still encircles most of the historic old town. Check in to a 4 or 5 star accommodation in Florence for a two night stay. |
day 10 | Full day in Florence. Private tour of Florence with a professionally licensed, English speaking guide. |
day 11 | Check out of Florence and head onto the Tuscan countryside with a stop in a prestigious winery en route. The visit will take you through the past, present and future of a long-standing passion for wine, allowing you to admire the vineyard that covers the roof of the cellar and the wine production areas. The your will be deliciously followed by wine tastings and light lunch. Check in to a 4 or 5 star accommodation in the Tuscan countryside for a three night stay. |
day 12 | Enjoy a bird's-eye view of the Tuscan countryside on this hot air balloon flight, discover the Tuscan hills from another perspective. An experienced captain will take you through the air for 600 meters. Admire unparalleled views of Tuscany's olive groves and vineyards, quaint villages and beautiful castles. The pilot and crew will guide you on the balloon excursion taking off from the farm fields in the heart of Tuscany. A hot air balloon trip a few kilometers from Florence, flying over the treasures of this beautiful region, a unique and unforgettable experience. Discover the Tuscan countryside in a delightful, unusual and somewhat adventurous way… on horseback! Stroll through vineyards and flower-studded fields. |
day 13 | Meet your driver and head onto Bolgheri, a relatively young yet prestigious Italian town located in the Maremma on the Tuscan coast. |
day 14 | Check out of Tuscany and head onto Rome with a stop at the world-known thermal baths of Saturnia. |
day 15 | Day tour of Rome part 1. |
day 16 | Day tour of Rome part 2. |
day 17 | Day at your leisure for shopping, relaxing or sightseeing in Rome. |
day 18 | Check out of Rome and head onto Sorrento with two stops en route. |
day 19 | Private boat tour to Capri aboard a luxury yacht. |
day 20 | Discover the Amalfi Coast and its golden treasure, its majesty, the Lemon! |
day 21 | Have your breakfast at the hotel, meet your driver. |
*Seasonal service. During off season or not favorable weather conditions, a private, professionally licensed guide will accompany you to Capri via hydrofoil and provide a guided walking tour of the island. |
18 days Lakes & Central Italy Tour
7 Days in Rome - Naples - Sorrento - Amalfi - Capri - Positano - Ravello
8 days in Venice - Pisa - Siena - San gimignano - Florence - Rome
