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- Duration
- 9 Days
- Activity Level
- Moderate
- Group Size
- 20
Northern Italy Immersion
From art-packed museums and mosaic-filled cathedrals to Roman ruins and scenic hill towns, Northern Italy's riches are plentiful, wide-ranging, and ripe for discovery. Embark on a cultural and gastronomic adventure with this signature journey where days are dedicated to the joy and art of good food and exploration, and evenings are for quiet relaxation at guestrooms in the country.
Highlights
– With your small group (maximum 19 guests), enjoy seven nights accommodations at a historic country farmhouse amidst an olive oil-producing estate.
– Join hands-on cooking classes with locals who share their families’ histories and favorite recipes.
– In the famed Valeggio sul Mincio region, stroll along the river in the quaint village of Borghetto followed by lunch at a nearby family restaurant known for their tortellini.
– Enjoy a guided tram tour through Parco Giardino Sigurtà—one of Italy’s most impressive natural parks—with time to explore independently.
– Admire the area’s layered history during visits to Verona’s 2,000-year-old Roman arena and the magnificent medieval Castelvecchio Bridge.
– At Museo Nicolis, view one of the most prestigious private European collections of 20th-century technology and design. Exhibits range from typewriters to cameras to iconic Italian automobiles, including Alfa Romeo, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Fiat, and Maserati.
– Be captivated by the panoramic beauty surrounding Lago di Garda—Italy’s largest lake.
– Enjoy a special excursion near Modena for a tasting of aged balsamic vinegar during a convivial meal with the property’s owner and his family.
– See Palazzo Ducale di Mantova—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—which was the royal residence of the Gonzaga family from 1328 to 1707.
– Explore Milan’s most significant historical landmarks, including UNESCO-listed monastery of Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo Da Vinci’s iconic “The Last Supper.”
– Walk through the glass-domed Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, considered one of the world’s oldest shopping malls. Visit the famous Duomo di Milano, Italy's largest church and the centerpiece of Milan.
– Delight in a cheese-making demonstration and tasting in the heart of Lessinia, home to a delicious variety of Italian cheeses.
– Spend a relaxing afternoon in Sirmione with free time for an optional boat tour around Lago di Garda.
What's Included
- 7 nights accommodations
- 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 7 dinners served with non-alcoholic beverages, each incorporating a variety of Northern Italian preparations and ingredients
- All lessons, private tours and tastings, and unique small-group excursions noted in the 9-day itinerary
- Full guiding services of an Orbridge Travel Director and expert local guides
- Private motor coach transportation
- Luggage porterage
- Gratuities to Orbridge Travel Director, local guides, drivers, and wait staff for included meals
- Airport transfers for guests arriving and departing during the suggested times