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Milan & Northern Italian Lakes

Overview

Touch down in Milan and discover this amazing city. Explore the beautiful capital of fashion and design, your home base for 7 nights. Enjoy tours of Milan and excursions to Como, Bellagio, Verona, Sirmione, and the Swiss Alps, where you can see beautiful landscapes, delve into rich history, and sample delicious local cuisine.

Format

Self-guided tour

Locations

  • Milan
  • Como
  • Bellagio
  • Stresa
  • Verona
  • St. Moritz

Inclusions

  • Round-trip flight to Milan (if the Flight & Hotel package option is chosen)
  • Private airport transfers in Milan
  • 7 nights of accommodation
  • 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch
  • More Moments activities included:
    • Hop-On Hop-Off ticket in Milan (24 hours)
    • Como and Bellagio guided excursion by bus
    • Verona and Sirmione guided excursion by bus
    • Cooking class and guided market tour
    • Swiss Alps Bernina red train and St. Moritz guided excursion by bus
    • Drinks and finger food on a boat on the Navigli in Milan
  • Earn and redeem Aeroplan® points.

Itinerary

Day 1

Depart Canada

Fly to Milan.

Day 2

Welcome to Milan

Upon arrival in Milan, take a private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 3

Milan: Sightseeing

During the day, make the most of your daily Hop-on-Hop-off pass to explore the city.

More Moments Activities Included

  • Hop-on Hop-off ticket in Milan (24 hours)

    With over 40 stops, 4 lines, and 7 buses offering commentary in 10 languages, Line A takes you to Sforza Castle, Santa Maria delle Grazie, Piazza Cordusio, the Duomo, and Teatro alla Scala. Line B showcases the city's skyscrapers and premier shopping streets. Line C caters to sports enthusiasts, featuring stops at San Siro Stadium, Casa Milan, and CityLife. Download the free app for easy navigation, a walking tour in five languages, and real-time bus tracking.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 4

Milan: Lake Como & Bellagio

 After breakfast, you will start your visit discovering the beauty of the Italian lakes.

More Moments Activities Included

  • Lake Como and Bellagio

    Take a bus from Milan to Lake Como, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery and villages known for silk production. Start your tour in Tremezzina, a charming place with luxurious villas and picturesque villages. Enjoy a 1-hour lake cruise, passing by villas like Villa Balbianello and Villa Carlotta. Dock at Bellagio, explore its historic alleys, and relax at cafes. Cruise to Cadenabbia, visit Como's historical attractions, and explore the town's center and boutiques. Return to Milan by bus.

     

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 5

Milan: Cooking Class

 Today learn the tricks of the trade at the best cooking class in Milano!

More Moments Activities Included

  • Cooking Class and Market tour

    Master Milanese and traditional Italian cuisine with a pasta-making class led by an experienced chef. Explore Milan's culinary scene, visit local bottegas, and taste specialties. Head to our stylish cooking school to prepare risotto, hand-rolled pasta, and dessert with the chef's guidance. Enjoy the meal you've prepared with a glass of wine. Receive a Cooking Class Attendance Certificate and a Digital Recipe Booklet to share your newfound skills. Create and savour the best Italian dishes in the heart of Milan!

Meal(s): Breakfast, lunch

Day 6

Milan: Verona & Garda Lakes

Get to know Verona and Lake Garda on this day trip from Milan. Your tour guide will take you to the famous Shakespearean sights of Romeo and Juliet before you finally get to see an incredible panoramic view of the country's largest lake.

More Moments Activities Included

  • Verona & Garda Lakes

    Drive from Milan to Verona for a guided tour tracing the footsteps of Romeo and Juliet, including the infamous Capulet balcony. Explore beyond the novel's fame, discovering Verona's 1st-century Roman amphitheater and charming spots like Piazza Mercato. Enjoy free time for lunch and personal exploration in the picturesque old town. The journey continues to Sirmione, an ancient village on Lake Garda's peninsula, offering stunning views. Optionally, take a boat tour ($) on the lake.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 7

Milan: Swiss Alps, Bernina Red Train, and St. Moritz

There is no better way to observe the majesty of the Swiss Alps, than on the legendary Bernina red train.

More Moments Activities Included

  • Bernina Red Train and St. Moritz

    On a UNESCO-protected 100-year-old railroad from St. Moritz to the Bernina Pass and back to Italy, our guide unveils the Swiss territory's history. Departing from Milan, an air-conditioned coach takes you to St. Moritz. Opt to enjoy Swiss hot chocolate, lakeside strolls, or luxury shopping. The train journey from St. Moritz to the Bernina Pass and down to Italy offers breathtaking scenery, passing through gorges, glaciers, and engineering marvels like the helical stone bridge in Brusio. The indescribable experience concludes with a comfortable coach ride back to Milan.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Day 8

Milan: At Leisure

During the day, explore Milan at your leisure. Take in some last-minute shopping or visit a museum.  In the evening, savor your farewell experience.

Meal(s): Breakfast and tasting

Day 9

Milan - Return to Canada

After breakfast, take a private transfer to the Milan airport and board your flight home.

Meal(s): Breakfast

Accomodations

Where you'll stay

The hotels listed below are presented as examples for your reference only. Hotel accommodation details will be communicated to you or your travel agent prior to departure.

Location

Hotel

Milan
B&B Cenisio Garibaldi (or similar)
3

Room details

Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child).
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.

Milan
Scandinavia (or similar)
4

Room details

Type of bed(s): 1 double bed or 2 twin beds
Room occupancy: Maximum 3 people (3 adults, or 2 adults and 1 child).
Unless otherwise specified, guests will stay in a standard room at all hotels during the trip.

Important Information

  • Daily departures from April 1 to October 23, 2025

  • Not Included:

    • Meals and drinks, unless noted
    • Transfers to/from excursion meeting points
    • Gratuities 
    • Porterage 
    • Local city taxes, payable to the hotel directly 
  • The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, depending on availability and operational day.

    The guided excursions are offered in English only.

    Details regarding excursion meeting points will be indicated on your documents prior to departure.

  • City taxes are applicable for hotel stays in Italy and are payable in local currency upon checkout.

  • The order visited may change due to operational restrictions. The itinerary above is for reference only.