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Italian Highlights & Liguria - 11 days

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Tour Overview

Explore Italy’s cities, coastlines, and flavours on an 11-day journey with a scenic Swiss highlight. Wander Florence’s Renaissance landmarks, Siena’s medieval squares, and the timeless canals of Venice, while Milan blends history with modern style. Along the Ligurian coast, visit Santa Margherita Ligure, glamorous Portofino, and the colourful villages of Cinque Terre. In Emilia-Romagna, sample traditional balsamic vinegar and step into Ferrari’s world of speed. For a striking contrast, cross into Switzerland aboard the Bernina Express, gliding past glaciers and alpine peaks before returning to Italy’s charm-filled north.

Start

Rome

End

Venice

Destination

Venice

Days

11

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 0 - Max 50

Min Age

0

Map Image

Trip Code: ITHALI

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Assisi - Admire the frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue inside the Basilica of St Francis

  • Siena - Stroll through Piazza del Campo, the UNESCO-listed square famed for the Palio horse race

  • Florence - See Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower and the Baptistery at the city’s Duomo complex

  • Bologna - Sample regional delicacies after visiting the vast San Petronio Basilica and medieval arcades

  • Venice - Cross the Bridge of Sighs and enjoy cicchetti with a glass of spritz in a traditional bacaro

  • Milan - Marvel at the Gothic Duomo and the grand façade of La Scala opera house

  • Bernina Express - Journey across the Swiss Alps past glaciers, viaducts and alpine villages between St Moritz and Tirano

  • Portofino - Discover the colourful harbour and boutique-lined streets of this glamorous Ligurian village

  • Cinque Terre - Explore Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore by local train along the rugged coast

  • Maranello - Visit the Ferrari Museum to celebrate Italy’s legendary automotive design and innovation

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

10 breakfasts & 6 lunches
10 nights 3-4 star hotels
Escorted by an English-speaking Italian tour leader with specialist guides for some sightseeing
Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi and audio headsets
Set hotel pick up on day 1 & departure airport transfer on day 11
Ride on the Bernina Express
Cinque Terre Card with train travel between villages
Train ticket from Venice to Milan

Not Included

International flights and visas
Optional activities
Entrance fees not mentioned in Inclusions
Tipping - an entirely personal gesture
City tax of €1 - 6 per person per night (tax varies by city), to be paid directly to the hotel at check-in/out. See Trip Notes for details. Please note we recommend paying your city tax when checking in or in the evening during your stay to save time on check out!

Is This Trip Right for You?

Is this trip right for you?

  • There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.

  • This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.

  • Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.

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Tour Details

Duration11 days
StartRome
EndVenice
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group50 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $9,050
Was $6,335
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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