Infos

1 Arrival - Overnight in the Lake District
Upon arrival at Milan airport we will transfer to the hotel in the Lake District to check in and enjoy a welcome dinner.

2 Lake Como Overnight in the Lake District
Breakfast at the hotel is followed by a private bus ride to Lake Como, a luxury resort town established by Julius Caesar as a vacation destination and alpine garrison. Today, the lake is celebrated for its stylish Italian Art Nouveau villas, built along its dazzling shores by affluent visitors. A scenic boat trip to Bellagio allows appreciation of the picturesque lakeside landscapes. On the return journey, the group visits a local wine cellar for a tasting of Terre Lariane IGT, a medium-bodied red wine from the Lake Como region, known for its fresh fruit aromas, soft tannins, and balanced acidity—an ideal pairing with local cheeses, cured meats, and pasta.
Gusto of the day: Terre Lariane IGT 

3 Turin - Overnight in the Langhe/Monferrato area
Traveling to Piedmont, the journey includes a stop in Turin, the elegant capital of the region, renowned for its baroque architecture, grand squares, and historic cafés. Turin was Italy’s first capital and remains a cultural and economic hub, famous for chocolate, the Mole Antonelliana, and the Shroud of Turin. A private, licensed guide leads a tour showcasing the city’s most important sights, including stately palaces and picturesque streets. The afternoon includes a visit to the Martini Factory, south of the city, offering insight into the production of the iconic vermouth. The day concludes with arrival at the group’s new hotel and dinner.
Gusto of the day:Martini Vermouth

4 TheLanghe  - Overnight in the Langhe/Monferrato area
A bus tour through the countryside of the Langhe highlights one of Italy’s premier wine regions, known for rolling hills, medieval villages, and vineyards. The focus is on the Nebbiolo grapes, which are transformed into Barolo, a red wine aged for a minimum of three years and said to peak after ten. A wine tasting allows the group to experience the depth and character of these celebrated vintages, paired with local cheeses and traditional dishes.
Gusto of the day: Barolo 

5 Lake Iseo and Franciacorta - Overnight in Verona
The morning begins with a leisurely boat ride on Lake Iseo, one of Italy’s lesser-known lakes, renowned for its calm waters, dramatic hillsides, and the picturesque island of Monte Isola, Europe’s largest lake island. The surrounding villages are characterized by narrow cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and a peaceful, authentic lakeside atmosphere. Following the boat trip, the tour continues to the Franciacorta region, famous for its high-quality sparkling wines produced using the traditional method, similar to Champagne. The group visits a local winery to learn about the meticulous production process, from grape selection to the long bottle fermentation that gives Franciacorta its fine bubbles. A tasting session highlights the wine’s elegance, balanced acidity, and delicate fruit flavors, accompanied by regional specialties.
Gusto of the day: Franciacorta 

6  The Prosecco Route in Veneto - Overnight in Verona
The tour continues to the Veneto region, following the renowned Prosecco Wine Road, which winds through gently rolling hills covered with vineyards and charming historic villages. This area is celebrated for its sparkling Prosecco, a wine known for its light, aromatic character, crisp acidity, and refreshing fruit flavors. The group visits a local winery to explore the production process, learning how the grapes are carefully harvested and fermented to create this signature Italian sparkling wine
Gusto of the day: Prosecco

7  Valpolicella – Valley of Red Wines - Overnight in Verona
Following breakfast, the group visits Verona, a city steeped in Roman history and immortalized by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. The walking tour highlights the Arena di Verona, an impressive Roman amphitheater still used for operas and concerts, and the iconic balcony of Juliet, offering a glimpse into the city’s romantic and historic charm. In the afternoon, the tour moves to the Valpolicella wine region, renowned for its Amarone and Valpolicella Classico wines, produced from partially dried grapes that result in rich, complex reds. A tasting at a local winery introduces the distinctive characteristics of these wines, from the velvety Amarone to the lively Valpolicella.
Gusto of the day: Valpolicella and Amarone

8 Departure
After breakfast, the private bus returns the group to Milan airport for departure, concluding the tour of Northern Italy’s lakes, historic cities, and renowned wine regions.

Hotel arrangement:
2 x nights in the Lake District
2 x nights in the Langhe Monferrato area 
3 x nights in Verona