Scenic Switzerland & Northern Italy - 13 days
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Overview
Highlights
- Milan - Begin your tour in the northern city, and return later for free time to explore the Duomo and see Da Vinci's Last Supper
- Lake Como - Sail across the most famous of the Italian Lakes to the town of Lenno, enjoying majestic mountain views
- Zermatt - Enjoy an alpine train ride and marvel at one of the most famous and recognisable peaks in the world, the Matterhorn
- Lauterbrunnen - Spend time doing scenic walks, taking mountain peak train rides, and much more in this idyllic Swizz region
- Cinque Terre - Take a scenic train ride to visit several of the colourful coastal villages of this region, with free time to explore at your own pace
- Pisa - See the iconic Leaning Tower, created by accident, and enjoy time at leisure to explore the city
- Tuscany - Discover rolling countryside and the pretty destinations of San Gimignano, Siena and Montepulciano
- Florence - Uncover the sights of the 'Cradle of the Renaissance' independently, with an entire free day to visit museums (book in advance!) and admire the city's architecture
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Trip includes
- 12 breakfasts
- 12 nights in 3-4 star hotels
- Escorted by English-speaking guide
- Transportation in an air-conditioned luxury mini-coach with a local driver
- Boat trip across Lake Como
- Return train tickets from Tasch to Zermatt
- Train to Cinque Terre as part of the Cinque Terre Card
- Wine tasting and tour of the Solaria Winery
- 20kg luggage - see Trip Notes for details
- Tourist taxes
- Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go.
Itinerary
Milan - Como - Locarno (Switzerland). Welcome to Italy! Departing Milan, we begin our adventure by travelling to idyllic Lake Como. Marvel at the panoramic mountain views and picturesque villas as we glide across the lake on an included boat trip to the town of Lenno....
Locarno - Stresa (Italy) - Varese - Locarno (Switzerland). After breakfast, we travel back across the border to the Italian lakeside town of Stresa. Here there is an optional tour to Isola Bella where we can wander through picturesque gardens and explore Palazzo Borro...
Locarno - Simplon Pass - Zermatt - Lausanne. Leaving Locarno, our first stop of the day is Santa Maria Maggiore. After this quick stop that gives you time to take some pictures of this stunning town, we head up to the Simplon Pass. This is a historic location that has...
Lausanne - Gruyeres - Gstaad - Lausanne. We begin our day in Gruyeres, the birthplace of Gruyere cheese. Explore the charming medieval town and enjoy panoramic views of the Saane Valley. Next, we'll journey alongside majestic Alpine peaks to Gstaad, a renowned Alpine ...
Lausanne - Lauterbrunnen - Interlaken. Today we discover the picture postcard Lauterbrunnen, "Valley of 72 Waterfalls," a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. We have the entire day to explore Lauterbrunnen at leisure. Take a pick from scenic walks, mountain peak train ride...
Interlaken - Bellinzona - Milan (Italy). Leaving Interlaken, we journey through the picturesque UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch, a landscape straight out of a "Sound of Music" scene, with cows grazing in lush green fields and awe-inspiring views. Your guide will locate an ...
Today is at leisure in Milan, a hub of art, fashion, and culinary delights. Recommendations for today include Da Vinci's enigmatic Last Supper, one of the world's most famous paintings, housed in the Santa Maria delle Grazie. Make make sure to secure tickets in advanc...
Milan - La Spezia - Cinque Terre - La Spezia. Leaving Milan behind for the final time, we make our way to La Spezia, a charming port town serving as the gateway to the stunning Cinque Terre. After checking in at the hotel, our guide will accompany us on a brief train ...
La Spezia - Pisa - Lucca - Florence. Departing from La Spezia in the morning, our first stop is Pietrasanta, where Michelangelo once selected the finest marble for his sculptures. Next, we head to Pisa, where you'll have a couple of hours to explore independently. Pis...
Today is completely free for you to explore the "Birthplace of the Renaissance". Recommended activities include taking in the awe-inspiring Duomo, the city's iconic Cathedral dominating the skyline. Explore the Uffizi Gallery (we recommend booking your tickets in adva...
Florence - Siena - Montepulciano. Bid farewell to Florence as we delve into Tuscany's enchanting medieval hill-towns. Travelling through the renowned Chianti wine region, you'll be captivated by the 14 soaring towers of San Gimignano. Learn about the noble families' r...
Montepulciano - Pienza - Montalcino - Montepulciano. Today, we visit UNESCO-listed Val d'Orcia, where time seems to stand still. There's free time in the morning to explore Montepulciano before we journey to Pienza, a jewel of urban design and a UNESCO World Heritage ...
Montepulciano - Maremma - Rome. This morning, we depart Tuscany and head south to the captivating Maremma region. Here, you can choose to delve into Etruscan history at the Sovana Necropolis and the Vie Cave, a remarkable network of roads carved from tuff during the B...
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