Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Sorrento by train
From north to south. A journey along the country.
From Milan to Venice, from Florence and Rome to Naples and the charming Costiera Amalfitana, this is the perfect tour for those who love to travel at a slow pace, avoiding masses, and mixing a great set of included sightseeing together with free time to explore independently.
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11 nights
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Departure: Milan
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Arrival: Sorrento
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Language: ENG/FR
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Max Group Size: 26
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Age Range: 16/70
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Guaranteed Departure with a minimum of two people
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Italian Gems Included
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Lake of Como and Bellagio
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Murano
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Siena
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Chianti Countryside
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Pompeii Ruins
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Capri
High speed train transfer in First Class; Vaporetto Pass 48H in Venice; Hop-on-Hop-off 24H in Rome.
11 continental buffet breakfasts; 4 dinners; 1 food and wine tasting; welcome drinks and snacks on trains.
Professional English and French speaking guide for the entire duration of the tour.
Included porterage service at railway stations and/or our “luggage bus” that delivers luggage from hotel to hotel
Explore an authentic Italy
from Milan to Sorrento.
Start your journey in the fashion capital of the country: Milan. Enjoy a walking tour to discover must-see places and take a ride on an authentic old tram followed by a gourmet aperitivo. The next day off to Lake of Como and Bellagio to discover amazing landscapes. Your next stop is Venice, for two nights: here you will visit the main historical sites and taste plenty of local food, plus an incredible experience on Murano Island, where artisans will show you the art of glass blowing. Head to the center of the country to visit the most important Italian art cities: Florence and Rome. You will spend two nights in each city visiting the main historical sites, including Piazza della Signoria, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Uffizi courtyard in Florence, and Trevi fountain, Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter Basilica in Rome. Plus, on your second day in Tuscany you will visit Siena and enjoy a food and wine experience in one of Chianti’s vineyards. Last stop: the breathtaking south of Italy. Start from Pompeii, and visit the ancient ruins and then finally relax in Sorrento, where you will enjoy a Capri full-day excursion, to end your holiday with unforgettable memories.
Relax in the best 4* star hotels
located in the city centers
Starhotel E.C.H.O
Location - Milan
NH Collection Murano Villa
Location - Venice
Starhotel Michelangelo
Location - Florence
Hotel Massimo D'Azeglio
Location - Rome
Grand Hotel Europa Palace
Location - Sorrento
Tour Itinerary
Welcome to Italy! This incredible journey begins with the discovery of the beauty of our magical peninsula. Reach your hotel on your own or book one of our private transfers and check-in at your hotel. In the afternoon partake a short briefing with the tour leader and meet the rest of the group, then delve into the fascinating streets of Milan historical center where you’ll see the famous “La Scala” theatre, the elegant Vittorio Emanuele II gallery, the mighty “Sforza Castle” and the majestic Duomo cathedral. At the end of the tour enjoy an exquisite Italian gourmet aperitif. At evening, continue keep on discovering this splendid city and then relax at your hotel.
After breakfast, enjoy your free time in this fantastic city. Today join our “Lake Como and Bellagio full-day excursion”: visit the charming cities of Como and Bellagio with us and take a cruise on the Lake. Follow your guide and enjoy a walking tour of Como city center, then admire the splendid lakeside villas and gardens on a boat cruise across the lake. Reach by boat the famous village of Bellagio, the so-called “Pearl of the Lake”, and enjoy your time in this idyllic and relaxing place. Return then to Milan and relax at your hotel.
It is time to leave Milan to go to one of the most beautiful Italian cities, Venezia! Aboard the train, sweet and sour snacks will be served, as well as hot or cold drinks at your choice. After about two hours and a half, you will arrive in Venice, where you will walk to your hotel. Enjoy a welcome drink with the group and then follow your tour leader who will let you discover the ancient and precious glass-blowing art in a traditional “furnace”. Return to your hotel and partake a welcome dinner.
Today explore the floating City! Taking advantage of the Vaporetto Pass, move freely across the Historical center of Venice. Your guide will take you through narrow alleys, canals and small bridges to discover the main attraction, witnessing the mighty power of the city across the centuries. You’ll see the Rialto Bridge, Piazza S. Marco with its Basilica, the Doge’s palace and the Bridge of Sighs, that leads to the prisons. Time at leisure to stroll on your own and buy local glass made souvenirs.
In the morning, take a high-speed train that will take you to Florence in two hours. Once there, start our guided tour on foot throughout the Florentine streets, admiring the beauty of the Uffizi building with the Vasari Corridor, and the monumental group of the Duomo, including the stunning Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the baptistry and the Giotto’s belltower famous for its bronze “Gate of Paradise”.
Enjoy the morning at leisure, and in the early afternoon join a “Siena and Chianti Countryside” to experience firsthand some of Tuscany’s most breathtaking towns, where amazing views are around every corner. You will reach Siena by train to discover the treasures of one of the most beautiful cities in the world and immerse yourself in its art, culture and traditions as the horse race the Palio, which takes place twice a year. You will explore the best that Siena has to offer, our guide will accompany you along the ancient streets of Siena through the most beautiful sites. Continue towards a traditional farm and winery where we will learn about the winemaking process from grape to glass. Then enjoy a food and wine tasting session of Chianti wines as well as local products. Finally, sit back and relax on the return journey to Florence by train.
After breakfast take a high-speed train to arrive in Rome. In the afternoon meet again for a guided stroll throughout the alleys of the baroque Rome, where you can admire the most representative sites such as the magical Piazza Navona and the famous Pantheon. You will even have the possibility to make a wish, throwing a coin into the legendary Fontana di Trevi. The rest of the evening will be free. Overnight in the hotel.
This morning take advantage of the Hop-on-Hop-off bus to get a panoramic tour of the “eternal city” and reach the Vatican Museum. With the “skip-the-line”, you will have direct access to the Sistine Chapel and to San Peter’s Basilica to visit the breathtaking masterpieces that you will find inside, as well as a great variety of galleries, with ancient sculptures, tapestry, middle-age maps, paintings, and stunning relics. You will admire the Pietà di Michelangelo and the incredible altar in bronze.
In the morning, after breakfast in the hotel, get on the high-speed train to Napoli. After an hour’s journey, you will begin your wonderful day with a tour on the Sorrentine peninsula, stopping to see the extraordinary Pompeii and its magic. Let the dramatic history of the Roman city, destroyed, and buried by the eruption of the Vesuvius in 79 A.D, touch you. You will walk among the ruins of this mysterious city. Later you will continue to Sorrento, where your hotel, facing the sea, awaits you. The dinner will be at the hotel and afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your pleasure.
After breakfast, it is time to discover the island of Capri, a fascinating oasis for artists, writers and celebrities, famous for Italian fashion brands and local hand-crafted shops. Visit the village of Anacapri, located 1,800 feet above sea level. Here, you can take a chairlift to Monte Solaro, spend your time exploring Villa San Michele and the Axel Munthe Gardens, or enjoy lunch at a typical local restaurant. Later you will go to visit the famous Piazzetta in Capri, where you can admire the amazing views out over the gulf. Walk along the most beautiful street until the August Gardens. Here, you can see the famous Faraglioni, the distinctive rocks. At the end of the trip, you will embark on the hydrofoil and come back to Sorrento. The dinner will be at the hotel and afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your pleasure.
At the end of the tour, all you need is a relaxing day dedicated to shopping and the discovery of the Sorrentine peninsula. Therefore, we offer you a whole day of distraction where you can dive into the hotel’s swimming pool, sunbathe at the beautiful beaches, or we can organize a tour to take you to Amalfi and Positano! The dinner will be at the hotel and afterward, you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your pleasure.
After breakfast, our trip to the discovery of the Italian beauties comes to an end, hoping you always keep this unique experience in your heart. Feel free to book some extra nights in Sorrento or a private transfer to Naples railway station or airport. Arrivederci!
Included Group Activities
Best of Milan guided walking tour
Lake of Como and Bellagio full day discovery
Murano island walking tour with glass blowing visit
Highlights of Venice guided walking tour
Highlights of Florence guided walking tour
Siena discovery guided tour with food and wine tasting in a vineyard in Chianti
Baroque Rome guided walking tour: Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter Basilica
Ruins of Pompeii guided tour
Capri full-day excursion
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