Begin your journey to northern Italy in the town of Assisi, known for its association with St Francis, the humble saint who was known for his great love of animals. Onward to Siena, known for its Palio horse race, but also for its sweets made by the local nuns. Continue to Florence via Padua, a university town and one of the oldest cities in northern Italy, known as the setting for the Taming of the Shrew. Investigate some of the most famous works of art in Florence, and then enjoy many photo opportunities in Italy’s unique city built on water, gorgeous Venice. After surveying the city’s most famous landmarks, the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica and the Bridge of Sighs, learn the secrets of Italian glass making at a local glass factory. Later, stop at another city associated with Shakespeare, Verona, the setting for the most famous love story of all, Romeo and Juliet. End your travels in the striking northern Lake District. Stroll waterside along tranquil Lake Garda before traveling on to luxurious Lake Como, where George Clooney owns one of the beautiful lakeside villas.

Flights: New York-Rome, Milan-New York¹
1-night hotel accommodations in Rome
2-night hotel accommodations in Florence
2-night hotel accommodations in Venice
1-night hotel accommodations in Como
1-night hotel accommodations in Milan
Escorted sightseeing by luxury motorcoach
Professional driver/guide included as per itinerary
Breakfast daily except morning of arrival
Dinners as per itinerary
Taxes and surcharges

Please Note: The hotels listed on the escorted tours may be subject to change up until 07 days prior to departure.

Italian City Taxes are not included.
These taxes are paid to the hotel directly at time of check out.

¹For pricing from your local airport choose your departure gateway, then select your month of departure, number of travelers, hotel rooms and click “Plan My Trip”. You’ll select your departure date on the next screen. Routing and schedule subject to availability at time of booking.