Iconic Italy

April 29-May 7, 2023

For More Info and to Secure Your Spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/italy-tour

From seaside villages to breathtaking art, this 9-day Northern Italy tour explores the iconic Ligurian and Tuscan regions. Our carefully-crafted itinerary combines quintessential and authentic Italy to give you the ultimate experience. We'll start our journey in Milan and travel through the vibrant, coastal vistas of Cinque Terre, the charming Tuscan countryside, the unending sights of Florence, the picturesque towns of Lucca, and much more. You'll also indulge in the rich flavors of Italian cuisine along the way and discover what makes these regions so remarkable.

To take in the full Italy experience, we also offer the option to extend for a 13-day journey, diving deeper into Tuscany and ending in Rome. You'll see famed Italian sites including the impressive Valle D’orcia, ancient Roman hot springs, and beautiful Pienza. Then, we'll cap it all off by diving in to all the ancient history and culture that Rome has to offer!

TRIP INCLUDES:

• Accommodations
• 8 or 12 nights in boutique and central 3- or 4-star selections
• Transportation
• Transfer from Linate airport (LIN) upon arrival
• Transfer to Florence airport (FLR) or train station on final day of 9-day trip (to Rome airport - FCO - for 13-day trip)
• Metro costs in Milan (and Rome on 13-day trip)
• Private ground transport between Milan hotel and Monterosso hotel
• Train tickets for Cinque Terre, from Monterosso to Lucca, & Lucca to Florence
• Roundtrip Taxi to Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence
• Private ground transport from Florence onwards until the end of trip
• Activities
• Orientation walk around Milan center
• Full day tour of Cinque Terre
• Wine tasting in Chianti Classico region of Tuscany
• Olive oil tasting with our community partner
• Entry to Florence Duomo complex, Academia in Florence, & Siena Duomo
• Orientation walking tour of Lucca, Florence & Siena
• Additional on 13-day trip: Montalcino wine tour, Tuscan farm tour & lunch, guided full day tour of Rome including entrance to sights
• Meals
• Daily breakfasts at our accommodations
• Multiple dinners & lunches (4 dinners + 1 lunch on 9-day trip; 6 dinners + 2 lunches on 13-day trip)
• Additional
• Visit to our local community partner to learn about olive oil cultivation in Italy + donation to their organization
• Dedicated Italian-native guide throughout & additional local guide in Rome
• Traverse representative assisting you from booking to departure
• Adherence to our Covid-19 Safety and Risk Management Framework
• Small group experience, max 12 people

For More Info and to Secure Your Spot:
https://traversejourneys.com/trips/italy-tour