Tour · Trafalgar Tours · 9 nights

Country Roads of Northern Italy

Air-conditioned coach with double legroom and onboard washroom throughout
Expert Travel Director, professional driver, and audio headsets included
Bag handling and hotel delivery service at every stop

$6,095 pp twin share

9 nights

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Country Roads of Northern Italy Guided Tour

Map Country Roads Of Northern Italy Guided Tour E823 27

Departs 16 April 2027 Returns 10 October 2027

Duration9 nights

OperatorTrafalgar Tours

StyleTour

HighlightExplore Northern Italy's Dolomites, Venice, and Italian Lakes with expert guidance and premium coach comfort

Gondola serenade through Venice's romantic canals with traditional songs. Watch skilled artisans transform molten glass in traditional Venetian workshops. Farm-to-table dinner of fresh-caught fish on Lake Maggiore's Isola dei Pescatori

Across Northern Italy, you'll travel from the pale limestone peaks of the Dolomites to Venice’s narrow canals and the open glistening water of Lake Maggiore. Browse designer stores in Cortina d’Ampezzo beneath the pale limestone peaks and jagged ridges of the Dolomites. In Venice, your gondola glides between centuries-old buildings as traditional songs carry across the canal. Watch molten glass glow and stretch in the hands of a skilled craftsman, transformed by heat and practiced movements. On Isola dei Pescatori, you'll sit down to a Farm-to-Table dinner of fresh-caught fish and local wine, surrounded by Lake Maggiore.

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When & how much

Departures & Pricing

Departs

16 April 2027

Returns

10 October 2027

Duration

9 nights

From pp twin share

$6,095 pp

16 Apr 2027 - 25 Apr 2027
from $6,275 pp twin share *
30 Apr 2027 - 09 May 2027
from $6,275 pp twin share *
14 May 2027 - 23 May 2027
from $6,275 pp twin share *
28 May 2027 - 06 Jun 2027
from $6,425 pp twin share *
11 Jun 2027 - 20 Jun 2027
from $6,225 pp twin share *
25 Jun 2027 - 04 Jul 2027
from $6,225 pp twin share *
09 Jul 2027 - 18 Jul 2027
from $6,095 pp twin share *
23 Jul 2027 - 01 Aug 2027
from $6,095 pp twin share *
06 Aug 2027 - 15 Aug 2027
from $6,095 pp twin share *
20 Aug 2027 - 29 Aug 2027
from $6,525 pp twin share *
03 Sep 2027 - 12 Sep 2027
from $6,495 pp twin share *
17 Sep 2027 - 26 Sep 2027
from $6,495 pp twin share *
01 Oct 2027 - 10 Oct 2027
from $6,450 pp twin share *

* Prices and category availability are subject to change without notice.

Upgrades, transfers, accommodation and more can be quoted on enquiry — call 1300 414 198.

Day by day

Itinerary

1
Welcome to Italy
After a warm welcome at Milan’s Malpensa Airport, transfers depart for your hotel. Later meet your Travel Director and join a local historian to navigate through Milan's history. See the impressive facade of Milan Cathedral and the world-famous La Scala Opera House. Linking the two is the elegant glass-vaulted shopping arcade of Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, lined with luxury boutiques. Mingle and get to know your fellow travellers during dinner at a local restaurant.
2
Fair Verona and Trento
Cross the fertile plains of Lombardy to fair Verona, the home of Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers. Explore its maze of elegant squares and see the well-preserved Roman Arena, still used for opera performances. Explore Verona with your choice experience. Choose a walking tour through the grand piazzas, see the statue of Dante and admire the Gothic tombs of the Scala family. Alternatively, embark on a Shakespeare-themed walk to recount famous moments from the story of Romeo and Juliet. Continue on to Trento, regarded as one of Italy's most appealing cities to live in.
3
Climb up to Cortina d’Ampezzo
Follow the Adige River north into the magnificent mountains and the distinctive limestone peaks of the Dolomites. Arrive at the town of Bolzano, where Italy and Austria culturally collide and you are at leisure to explore the arcaded streets and squares. Continue along the zig-zagging scenic route to Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy’s most exclusive ski resort and a beautiful alpine haven during summer.
4
The Dolomites at Leisure
Enjoy a day at your leisure in this fashionable playground of the rich and famous, surrounded by towering cathedrals of rock. Take in the fresh mountain air as you stroll the pedestrianised Corso Italia, lined with designer stores and backed by the impressive green and white bell tower of the parish church. Why not ascend to the summit of one of the nearby peaks for magnificent panoramic views of the Dolomites?
5
Through Prosecco Country to Venice
Travel down through more majestic Dolomite scenery to one of the world’s most breathtaking wine regions. Protected by the Alps to the north and caressed by the warm breezes from the Adriatic, the vineyards around Conegliano Veneto produce Italy’s most prized sparkling wine. Stop in Conegliano, where great care is taken to ensure these hand-picked grapes produce the world's finest prosecco. See how production differs from its more famous French counterpart, Champagne. Be tempted with a taste of the crisp and aromatic flavours. Continue on to the unique and remarkable island city of Venice, the Queen of the Adriatic and check into your hotel.
6
The Magic of La Serenissima
Wake up ready to embrace this awe-inspiring city. Enjoy a visit to a traditional glassblowing workshop, where you’ll see how beautiful, handcrafted glass is made by expert artisans, preserving centuries-old skills. What better way to see Venice than from a private boat, cruising past palazzos and churches to St. Mark’s Square? See the gilded basilica, the Doge's Palace and Lord Byron’s Bridge of Sighs. No visit to Venice would be complete without a gondola serenade through the myriad canals. Relax and listen to traditional local songs as you drift along the romantic waterways, then enjoy a free afternoon to explore Venice your way. As night falls, why not savour the magic of St. Mark’s Square with its orchestras and alfresco cafes?
7
Italy's Lake District
Depart enchanting Venice and journey to Lake Garda. Admire the castle and views over the lake from the stylish resort of Sirmione perched on the tip of its peninsula. Cross the fertile lands of Lombardy to Lake Maggiore where Baveno beckons. Later you have a choice of cuisine and ambience from a hand-picked selection of local restaurants for your Dine-Around evening.
8
Lake Como and Lake Maggiore
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, enjoy the glamour of the Italian Lakes, long favoured by Europe’s rich and famous. Revel in the atmosphere of Como, known for its silk tradition, elegant lakeside setting and stylish streets, during your orientation of the town. Later, perhaps see more of Lake Como’s grand villas and storied shoreline, where aristocratic estates and lake views reveal another layer of this celebrated region.
9
Italian Lakes at Leisure
Relish a full day to relax and enjoy this popular resort and beautiful lake. Napoleon came here to plan his Italian Campaign, and Mussolini and Chamberlain met here before World War II to sign the Treaty of Stresa. Perhaps take a cruise out to the lovely Borromean Islands? Isola Bella is where Carlo Borromeo built his charming Palace. Savour delicious Farm-to-Table cuisine during your dinner, accompanied by some exquisite Italian wines. Raise a glass to your travels and newfound friends.
10
Depart Italy
Your journey draws to a close in the morning and transfers arrive at Milan's Malpensa Airport.

What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

Air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom.
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver.
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing.
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes.
We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with a local specialty representing the destination.

Where you’ll stay