REGULAR TOURS: "Easy" Majestic Northern Lakes, Tuscany, and Fascinating Corsica and Sardinia

At 6:00 pm, meeting with the tour leader at the hotel reception.

Breakfast at the hotel and visit of Milan, which enjoys an invaluable historical, artistic and architectural heritage, but also a famous city in other aspects: it is the Italian Capital of Fashion, it is an industrial focus, a nerve center of the Italian economy. The walk through Milan cannot do without some symbolic places of the city: the Piazza del Duomo, one of the largest and most suggestive squares in Italy, with the imposing Duomo in Gothic style and the Teatro de la Scala, cultural symbol of Milan and one of the most prestigious theaters in the world for history, architecture and works, without forgetting the Vittorio Emanuele II Gallery. Free time and return to the hotel. 

Optional excursion: Navigli neighborhood of Milan: symbol of the Milanese scene.

Excursion to discover the Navigli neighborhood, one of the most picturesque in Milan, and famous throughout the world for the nightlife and the hundreds of venues scattered along the banks of its canals, with a pause to admire, illuminated, one of the Gothic cathedrals most suggestive, the imposing Duomo of Milan. After a short walk to discover the history of this suggestive neighborhood, it will be possible to enjoy an aperitif at happy hour.

Breakfast at the hotel and departure to Stresa, a splendid tourist town on Lake Maggiore. This charming town is located in an unparalleled landscape context that enjoys an optimal view of the Alps and Lake Maggiore, which is home to the famous Borromean Islands. Next, the excursion to the Borromean Islands with the monumental Bella Island, the picturesque Fisherman's Island and the Mother Island known for its botanical garden full of rare plants. During the excursion, lunch will be made on Fisherman's Island with typical dishes of local cuisine. Return to Stresa and free time. In the afternoon return to the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time. You can explore the city on your own or choose one of our optional activities.

Optional excursion: Lake Como - Como, Villa Carlotta, and Bellagio

Departure for Como with a guided tour of one of the most beloved cities in northern Italy, including the Cathedral, the Broletto (medieval town hall), the Terragni Palace, and ancient alleys and remnants of the medieval walled city. Transfer to Tremezzo for a guided visit to Villa Carlotta, which overlooks the lake and is surrounded by a magnificent park filled with plants and beautiful flowers. Boat transfer to Bellagio, one of the most picturesque tourist spots. Free time to enjoy the atmosphere and discover the charming corners of the pearl of Lake Como. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.

After having breakfast at the hotel, we will dedicate the day to discovering the Gulf of Tigullio: Portofino, with its elegant harmony and its strikingly colored buildings overlooking the sea, and Santa Margherita Ligure, a town famous for its pastel-colored facades and its fantastic “ lungomare.” In the afternoon return by boat to Rapallo, a city in vestiges of the past located in the center of the Gulf of Tigullio. In the afternoon, transfer to the hotel in La Spezia and free time.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time. You can explore the city on your own or choose one of our optional activities.

Optional excursion: Cinque Terre

Departure by boat or train, depending on weather conditions, to Cinque Terre. Over the centuries, human hands have shaped the land by building the famous terraces that take advantage of the geography of the slopes, creating one of the most beautiful and typical landscapes of Liguria. Guided visit to Manarola, a true architectural gem, with its charming harbor and pastel-colored houses; Vernazza, considered one of the most beautiful villages in Italy, which has preserved its long maritime tradition; its natural harbor confirms this with its amphitheater-like shape extending toward the sea. And finally, Monterosso, the westernmost and most populated city of Cinque Terre. It is located in the center of a small natural bay, consisting of two settlements: the historic center to the east and the more modern, touristy area to the west. In the afternoon, return to the hotel.

Breakfast and departure to Florence, a city with an atmosphere that invites us to travel in time, known throughout the world as the city where the Renaissance was born, the cradle of architecture and art. Guided tour of its old town, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, surrounded by churches, monuments and Renaissance buildings of great beauty praised by poets from different eras. The Baptistery of Saint John, dedicated to the patron saint of the city, the famous Campanile by Giotto, the Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Flores, the imposing dome by Brunelleschi are just some examples of the wonders that Florence offers. After the visit, transfer to the hotel.

Optional excursion: The Uffizi

The Uffizi Gallery, designed in the mid-16th century by Giorgio Vasari, is made up of 90 rooms that house the most important and famous paintings in the history of art: works by Giotto, Leonardo Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Botticelli, as well as Numerous paintings by Flemish and Dutch painters exhibited in chronological order. A visit to this museum is a true journey through time through art.

Breakfast and free time. You can explore the city of Florence on your own or choose one of our optional tours to discover the Cradle of the Renaissance in depth.

Optional excursion: Florence - Oltrarno

Oltrarno, located on the left bank of the Arno River, is one of the most characteristic areas of the city, where you can experience a unique, genuine atmosphere of days gone by, mostly inhabited by Florentines. A visit to the Ponte Vecchio is a must, with its workshops and suspended houses, one of the most famous landmarks in the world, and to the Pitti Palace, the last residence of the Medici, now the largest museum complex in Florence.

Optional excursion: Gallery of the Academy

The Gallery of the Academy is one of the most important museums in the city and the world. Among its most famous works is the incomparable David by Michelangelo, one of the most famous sculptures in the world, a universal symbol of the city of Florence.

Breakfast and departure by train to Rome. Transfer to the hotel and free time.

Breakfast at the hotel and start of the panoramic tour of Rome to admire the magnificent monuments that are symbols of Ancient Rome: the Colosseum, the Circus Maximus, the Palatine Hill, the Baths of Caracalla and the most representative basilicas of Christian Rome: Saint Paul Outside the Walls. , San Juan de Letrán, Santa Maria Mayor and San Pedro. We continue along the Lungotevere, from which we can admire Castel Sant'Angelo and the Ara Pacis and to finish we will cross by bus the magnificent Villa Borghese and the very elegant Via Veneto, the avenue of Hollywood stars, the most popular bars and hotels. elegant of the city. During the visit, a stop is planned to go to the Capitol with a panoramic view of the Roman Forum and the magnificent Piazza Venezia. In addition, we will stop at St. Peter's Square, where it will be possible to continue with the optional visit to the Vatican Museums. Free time and return to the hotel.

Optional excursion: Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel 

The Vatican Museums, considered one of the most important in the world and the Sistine Chapel, headquarters of the Conclave, masterfully painted by Michelangelo Buonarroti. A visit where you will immerse yourself in the highest expressions of art of all time, where beauty and faith meet in a unique combination. An unmissable date in Rome.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time, followed by transfer to Civitavecchia to take the night ferry to Olbia.

Optional excursion: Ancient Rome

Guided tour with included entrance to the most impressive and suggestive monument of antiquity, the Colosseum, one of the seven wonders of the world. Next, we will visit the archaeological area of the Roman Forum, a symbol of the Italian capital that shows and teaches us the mastery of construction during the Roman Empire era.

Arrival and transfer to the hotel in Olbia. Free time.

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer and departure by ferry from Santa Teresa to Bonifacio (Corsica) and Porto Vecchio, a beautiful town located in a bay declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. The village, of Genoese origin, has gradually transformed into a very exclusive tourist destination, especially popular among those who enjoy social life and the sea. Transfer and guided tour of Aleria. The town offers a perfect overview of the island’s history, from the Greek colonization of the 6th century BC to the Genoese rule, which ended in 1769. In the old part of the town, one of the island's most famous museums is located. Here, numerous Greek, Roman, and Etruscan ceramics, coins, everyday objects, and vases with representations can be found. Late in the afternoon, transfer back to the hotel.

After breakfast, visit Bastia, a charming city located on a cliff overlooking the sea. Old pink buildings, winding alleys in the old town, and the bustling port that welcomes ferries arriving in the city offer the best snapshot of Bastia. Next, transfer to Ile Rousse, a small town on the coast, known for its history and impressive landscapes. Finally, visit Calvi, one of the most beautiful cities on the island, situated on a rocky promontory and nicknamed the Garden of Corsica due to its fertile hills, the expanses of flowers surrounding it, and the pine forests that descend to the beach. After the visit, return to the hotel for the night.

Breakfast at the hotel and departure for Corte, a city located in the heart of the island, considered one of the most beautiful villages in Corsica. We then continue to Ajaccio, the capital of Corsica, best known as the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte. Born around the harbor and the citadel, the old town of Ajaccio features charming narrow streets lined with tall, colorful houses. After the guided tour of Ajaccio, transfer to the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Sartene, a beautiful village with a long history of piracy and banditry. After burying the hatchet of the internal struggles that characterized it until the 19th century, it now offers the peace of its narrow streets and stone houses. Then, transfer to Bonifacio, perched on a cliff over the sea and clinging to a small fjord that plunges into the spectacular sea of the Strait of Bonifacio. Finally, transfer to the hotel for the night.

Optional excursion: Boat ride, discovering Bonifacio

On a visit to Bonifacio, a boat ride is a must to discover the cliffs, beautiful caves, true gems set into the white cliffs, coves, and to admire the Staircase of the King of Aragon.

Breakfast at the hotel and return by ferry to Sardinia. Transfer to the hotel and free time.

Optional excursion: Emerald Coast, the jewel of Sardinia

The tour visits the most famous villages of the Emerald Coast, where the most famous international figures from the worlds of fashion and cinema spend their holidays: Baja Sardinia, one of the most beloved spots on the Emerald Coast, located opposite the La Maddalena Archipelago, Porto Rotondo, one of the most important tourist destinations for both national and international tourism, and Punta di Diamante, along with Porto Cervo, a gem of the Gulf of Arzachena, a symbol of unrestrained luxury, the quintessence of the Emerald Coast: dream beaches, crystal-clear waters, and glamour.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time.

Optional excursion: Maddalena Archipelago

We will dedicate the day to the Maddalena Archipelago, a National Park made up of 7 large islands and 20 islets. During the tour, you can enjoy white sandy beaches, exotic Mediterranean vegetation, rocky coasts, and most of all, the stunning and intense emerald color of the sea. The archipelago, particularly the island of Caprera, is also famous for having been the home and safe harbor for Giuseppe Garibaldi, who chose to spend the last 26 years of his life here, and it is where he passed away. In the late afternoon, return to the hotel.

Desayuno en el hotel y salida hacia Castelsardo, un encantador pueblecito medieval que se asoma al centro del Golfo de la Asinara. El casco antiguo del Castillo construido sobre la cima del promontorio de Castelsardo, que domina desde lo alto la ensenada, hoy alberga el Museo del “Intreccio Mediterraneo”, uno de los museos más famosos de Cerdeña. Desde las terrazas que se extienden a lo largo de la muralla se puede disfrutar de un maravilloso panorama de gran parte de la Costa septentrional y de la isla de la Asinara. Para terminar, traslado al hotel y tiempo libre.

Excursión opcional: Cuevas de Neptuno, una joya de la naturaleza.

Visitar las Cuevas de Neptuno en Alghero es una de esas cosas que deberían hacerse al menos una vez en la vida, ya que son consideradas las más famosas de Cerdeña por lo que siempre se recomienda ir y verlas con nuestros propios ojos para poder admirar su belleza.

Breakfast at the hotel and visit to Alghero, a city with original Catalan Gothic architecture from the period when Sardinia was under Spanish rule. Today, it is still called by the Catalans "La Barceloneta," the little Barcelona, due to its lively and romantic atmosphere that reminds of the Spanish city. Departure to Bosa, a charming village where tradition and modernity blend, infusing curiosity and charisma, with its historic neighborhood of Sa Costa, made up of colorful houses climbing up the slopes of the Serravalle hill, dominated by the Malaspina Castle. During the stop, enjoy a meal with typical local dishes. In the afternoon, transfer to the hotel in Cagliari.

Breakfast at the hotel and free time.

Optional excursion: Cagliari

Cagliari, the capital of Sardinia and an example of Mediterranean atmosphere. Cagliari, the largest and most populous city on the island, preserves in its four historic neighborhoods events spanning from prehistory to the reign of the House of Savoy. Return to the hotel and free time.

Breakfast at the hotel. End of services.