Multi-City Vacation: Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome & Sorrento

Day 1: Welcome to Milano!

Experience luxury from the moment you step foot in this historic country with a private transfer from the airport to your centrally located hotel in Milan. Once you've settled in it's time to discover the bustling city, a chic hub of business and fashion. See the world-famous La Scala Opera House on our half-day guided tour and learn about the illustrious history of the stunning Duomo. You'll also stroll through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, where there are many designer shops and perhaps you could stop for espresso at Zucca, a favorite cafe of Giuseppe Verdi. As a special treat, at the Church of the Santa Maria delle Grazie you’ll have a chance to see Leonardo da Vinci’s "The Last Supper" - an iconic and highly protected masterpiece that is only viewable by appointment. After your tour you'll have plenty of leisure time to visit art galleries or shop at your favorite boutiques, including Armani, Gucci and Prada.

Day 2: Day tour to Lake Como and Bellagio

Today you will be treated to a magical day tour of one of the prettiest lakes in the Italian Lake District on a trip to Lake Como. Our tour guide will meet you at your hotel or designated meeting point and take you on a glorious tour of the lake, as well as Bellagio, which is a heavenly town in Italy, featuring views of glistening waters set against a mountain backdrop decorated with alpine woodland.

Day 3: Fall in love with Venice, the most romantic city in the world!

After exploring the delights around Milan, it is time to discover Venice, the magical Floating City that continually enchants and seduces its visitors. You'll arrive in style aboard a private water taxi from the train station and in the afternoon you’ll be treated to a romantic and special gondola tour of the Grand Canal, which also features the hidden inner canals - it's an unforgettable way to begin your vacation in Venice.

Day 4: Absolute Venice Tour

Experience the highlights of magical Venice with a specially appointed and accredited guide on this "absolute" tour, which allows you to discover the most famous sights of the historic center, including St Mark’s Square, Doge’s Palace and the glorious San Marco Basilica. Here, you will be treated to a one-hour tour of this majestic building, featuring a unique collection of Byzantine art, gold mosaics and exquisite marble floors. You will also be guided around Doge's Palace, where you can explore the splendid rooms of the Palace, which include priceless works of art and decadent décor, giving you the opportunity to relive the days of supreme authority from yesteryear. As a special treat, this tour also features a trip to the famous Bridge of Sighs.

Day 5: Fair well Venice and hello Florence!

Spend some time in the morning bidding fair well to the magical city of Venice before hopping on a private water taxi to the train station, where you can recline on a first-class train to Florence.The rest of the late afternoon in Florence is yours to explore this historic city, known for its Renaissance art, intricate architecture and vibrant Italian culture.

Day 6: Exclusive tour of Florence, featuring the Accademia Gallery and Michelangelo's "David"

Begin your guided tour with what will surely be the highlight of your dream vacation in Italy: Michelangelo’s glorious statue of “David” at the Galleria dell'Accademia. At this iconic gallery in the heart of Florence, your guide will explain all the intricacies of this stunning statue and you will also be treated to a tour of the other treasures in this famous gallery. After free time for lunch, this tour continues with a pleasant stroll through Repubblica Square, giving you the opportunity to discover the famous attractions that have inspired artists to refer to Florence as the most beautiful city in the world! You'll also have an opportunity to take in the best of Renaissance art at the Uffizi Gallery, which features an extensive collection of masterpieces, including Botticelli’s “Venus” - a masterpiece of intricate detail and beauty that truly takes your breath away!

Day 7: Arrive in the Eternal City of Rome

After enjoying a filling buffet breakfast at your hotel in Florence you will enjoy a first-class train journey through the Italian countryside to the historic capital of Rome. After settling in at your centrally located hotel, you’ll enjoy the world’s most fascinating urban center on a fascinating half-day guided tour of Imperial Rome, featuring iconic delights, such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. What a wonderful way to start your glorious stay in the Eternal City!

Day 8: Discover the secrets of Vatican City

Today you’ll enjoy a four-hour guided tour of Vatican City led by an art historian and featuring the highlights of the Vatican, including the extensive museums and the stunning St Peter’s Basilica - perhaps the most impressive church in the world! As a finale to your tour, you will have the opportunity to admire the iconic Sistine Chapel and its ceiling mural famously painted by Michelangelo and considered a masterpiece of high Renaissance art.

Day 9: An evening of food and wine tasting

Treat your taste buds to an evening tasting authentic Roman snacks and local wine at several local estates in and around Rome, guided by one of our expert tour guides.

Day 10: Leisure time for sightseeing in Rome

Leisure time for sightseeing in Rome

Day 11: Travel from Rome to Sorrento

Bid "arrivederci" to Rome and enjoy a relaxing first-class train journey to the coastal resort of Sorrento, where you will spend four relaxing nights immersed in the tranquil atmosphere of this stunning town, which features fragrant lemon groves and authentic pizzerias, serving hot pizzas fresh from traditional wood-burning ovens.

Day 12: Tour of Naples

After waking up to sea views and enjoying a buffet breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a guided bus and walking tour of Naples, with panoramic views of this impressive city, covering the three major areas: "Monumental Naples", featuring Piazza del Plebiscito, Gallery Umberto I, Palazzo Reale, San Carlo Theatre and Nuovo Castle; "Panoramic Naples", with Via Caracciolo, Mergellina and Posillipo; and finally, "Historical Naples", including the famous street of "Spaccanapoli" with the Gesù Nuovo and Santa Chiara churches. After exploring the delights of Naples, you will return to Sorrento, where you can unwind and relax.

Day 13: Travel back in time with a tour of Pompeii and Herculaneum

Journey back 2000 years in time and discover the fascinating city of Pompeii, which was lost beneath a blanket of ash following an ancient volcanic eruption. Widely considered one of the world's most important archeological finds, here you will be treated to a fascinating guided tour with an expert guide, who will reveal the intriguing story of this lost city and its inhabitants. As a part of this special tour, you will also stop at a local factory where craftsmen will demonstrate the production process of cameos and corals as a refreshing interlude before you travel to the ancient site of Herculaneum, where you can discover archeological treasures in the Mediterranean sunshine.

Day 14: Leisure day