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Venice to Liguria Loop - 11 days

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Tour Overview

Explore the best of northern Italy on this 11-day journey, starting and ending in Venice. Begin with a guided tour of Venice’s iconic sights before heading to romantic Verona and the wine country of Franciacorta. Cruise across Lake Garda and Lake Como, stopping in elegant Bellagio, then enjoy the spectacular Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps. Discover Milan’s grand landmarks before travelling to the Ligurian coast for Portofino and the colourful Cinque Terre. Along the way, enjoy tastings of local wines and delicacies, visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, and experience Modena’s famous balsamic vinegar tradition before returning to Venice.

Start

Venice

End

Venice

Destination

Venice

Days

11

Pace

Medium

Range

Handpicked

Max Group Size

Min 0 - Max 25

Min Age

0

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Trip Code: VENLILO

Trip Highlights

Why you'll love this trip

  • Venice - Stroll through Piazza San Marco and cross the Bridge of Sighs on a guided tour of the city’s historic heart

  • Verona - Visit Juliet’s house with its famed balcony, a symbol of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet

  • Franciacorta - Taste the region’s renowned sparkling wines paired with local specialities in the heart of vineyard country

  • Lake Garda - Cruise around Sirmione to see Scaliger Castle and the Roman ruins of the Grottoes of Catullus

  • Bellagio - Explore cobbled lanes and grand villas in the lakeside village known as the ‘Pearl of Lake Como’

  • St. Moritz - Experience Switzerland’s most glamorous alpine resort, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery

  • Bernina Express - Ride one of the world’s most scenic railways across the Bernina Pass past glaciers and mountain peaks

  • Milan - Discover highlights including Teatro alla Scala, the Gothic Duomo and Castello Sforzesco on a guided city walk

  • Cinque Terre - Explore the five colourful villages clinging to the cliffs of this UNESCO-listed stretch of coastline

  • Maranello - Explore the Ferrari Museum and uncover the history of Italy’s most famous marque

Day by Day Itinerary

Itinerary

Trip route map

What's Included & Excluded

What's Included

10 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 1 dinner
10 nights in 3–4 star hotels
Escorted by an English-speaking tour leader with specialist guides for selected sightseeing
Transportation by deluxe coach with Wi-Fi and audio headsets, trains & boats
Arrival airport transfer on day 1 & departure airport transfer on day 11
Ride on the Bernina Express through the Swiss Alps
Scenic boat transfers on Lake Garda, Lake Como and to Portofino
Spritz & “Cicchetti” experience in Venice

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
StartVenice
EndVenice
StyleGroup Tours
Max Group25 people

Pricing

Starting from
AUD $8,285
Was $5,799.5
per person
✓ Best available price

Dates and availability

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