Venice, Verona and the Silk of the Lakes
From the elegance of Northern Italy’s great cities to the quiet beauty of its lakes, this journey balances culture with effortless leisure. Explore Verona, Milan, and Venice with private guides, then unwind among Lake Garda’s vineyards and on the waters of Lake Como with a private sailing experience. Along the way, exceptional dining and thoughtful details elevate each moment, all seamlessly tailored by your Destination Expert.
- Duration
- 10 days, 9 nights
- Route
- Venice · Verona · Milan · Tremezzo
- Style
- Private and tailor-made: your own guide and driver throughout
- From
- $13,450 per person, hotels, guides and transfers included
- Drift Venice by gondola, step inside a glassblowing studio, and pour a Spritz like a local.
- Walk Verona's Roman amphitheater and taste Bardolino wines and olive oil along Lake Garda.
- Uncover Milan's cathedral, La Scala, and da Vinci's Last Supper on a private guided tour.
- Set sail on a private Lake Como regatta, pausing for wine tastings along the northern shore.
- Rely on your Destination Expert to curate dining, private transfers, and every detail in between.
Every day, already yours.
A Venetian Welcome
For your ease and comfort, a private English-speaking assistant will meet you upon your arrival outside of airport customs, holding a sign with your name on it. They will locate your private water taxi, and escort you on your transfer to your hotel for check-in.
- Airport (Venice Island) with Meet & Greet - Private
- Italy Welcome Package
- Evening Gondola Ride (with Dinner, 2 hrs) - Private
Glass, Lace & Lagoon Life
Sail across the Venetian Lagoon on a half-day private tour to Murano and Burano, two enchanting islands famed for their artistry and vibrant beauty. With your private guide, board a boat and glide past San Giorgio Maggiore, the Giardini Pubblici, Sant’Elena, and the historic Arsenal before arriving in Murano. Wander its colorful canals and visit a renowned glass factory where master artisans continue the centuries-old art of glassblowing.
- Murano & Burano Tour (4 hrs) - Private Tour
- Venetian Spritz Masterclass at a Historic Bacaro (with Tastings, 2 hrs) - Private Tour
- Dinner Reservation at Ai Mercanti
Legends of Verona
Meet your private English-speaking assistant at Piazzale Roma Car Terminal. For arrivals to Venice, they will help you navigate the terminal and assist you with obtaining a private water taxi. For departures from Venice, they will escort you your waiting vehicle.
- Piazzale Roma Car Terminal Assistant
- Venice's Piazzale Rome to Verona (2 hrs) - Private Transfer
- Classic Verona Walking Tour (2 hrs) - Private
- Insider Dining Suggestions: Verona
Along the Shores of Garda
Discover the beauty of Lake Garda’s Veronese shore alongside your private guide and driver. Set out for the charming lakeside village of Bardolino, where waterfront strolls reveal sweeping views of the lake framed by northern mountains.
- Lake Garda & Bardolino (with Wine & Oil Tasting, 4 hrs) - Private
- Dinner Reservation at Trattoria al Pompiere
Duomo Views & Aperitivo
Join your private driver for a transfer from Verona to Milan. Approximate travel time is two hours.
- Verona to Milan (2 hrs) - Private Transfer
- Aperitivo Along the Duomo - Self-Guided
Masterpieces of Milan
Where fashion meets history and innovation rises beside timeless art, Milan dazzles with grandeur at every turn. Meet your private guide and driver for a half-day discovery of the city’s icons. Stand before the magnificent Cathedral of Milan, a soaring Gothic masterpiece six centuries in the making and still the largest church in Italy.
- Milan City Tour with Last Supper Painting & The Scala Theater (3 hrs) - Private Tour
- Dinner Reservation at Ristorante Andrea Aprea
Evening on Lake Como
This morning, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or simply unwind at your hotel and recharge for what is next.
- Morning at Leisure
- Milan to Tremezzo (1.5 hrs) - Private Transfer
- Dinner Reservation at L'Escale Trattoria & Wine Bar
Villas and Vines of Como
Today, take to the waters and embark on a soothing sailing boat cruise along the banks of Lake Como, basking in remarkable villas perched along the shorelines and sampling crisp wines. Departing your hotel by private transfer, make your way to a renowned lakeside winery. Here, learn about the family-run business and the dedication they put into harnessing the unique qualities of the local terrain.
- Sailing on Lake Como (with Wine Tasting, 7 hrs) - Private Tour
Lakeside Strolls and Sunset Views
Soft lake breezes, flower-lined promenades, and postcard views of Bellagio make Tremezzo one of the most beautiful stretches of Lake Como to explore on foot. Set out at your leisure along the waterfront promenade, where elegant villas, tiny harbors, and inviting cafés dot the shoreline. Pause along the way for a gelato or espresso, or linger over an aperitivo as the evening light shimmers across the lake before returning to your hotel at your own pace.
- Lakeside Passeggiata from Tremezzo to Lenno
- Spa Reservation at Grand Hotel Tremezzo
- Dinner Reservation at La Darsena
A Fond Farewell
Depart Tremezzo with your private driver and transfer to Milan's Malpensa Airport.
- Tremezzo to Malpensa Airport (1.5 hrs) - Private Transfer
Where you will wake up.
Baglioni Hotel Luna
Baglioni Hotel Luna, the oldest hotel in Venice, is located just a few steps from Piazza San Marco in the heart of Venice, overlooking San Giorgio Island. It is just a short distance from some of the city’s most famous historical attractions, wonderful monuments, interesting Museums, and refined boutiques.
Due Torri Hotel
The exquisite Due Torri Hotel is situated in a 14th century palace in the historic center of Verona, and a stone's throw from Juliet’s famous balcony. A stay at Due Torri Hotel becomes a special experience, a journey through the most representative styles of the late nineteenth century.
Chateau Monfort
Set in the heart of Milan, Château Monfort is a luxurious boutique hotel where the romance of a fairy-tale castle meets contemporary comfort. Designed as an “Urban Château,” the property enchants with whimsical interiors, elegant furnishings, and imaginative details throughout its beautifully restored spaces.
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
Grand Hotel Tremezzo is one of the oldest and loveliest luxury hotels on Lake Como, an authentic Art Nouveau palace that offers a warm inviting welcome and the delights of a true 5-star vacation. From its unique lakeside position it offers unparalleled views of Bellagio and the stunning Grigne mountains.