Northern Italy's Highlights & Cinque Terre
Northern Italy's Highlights & Cinque Terre
10 Days Starting and ending in Milan, Italy
Visiting: Milan, Busseto, Parma, Via Modena & Via Maranello, Lucca, Cinque Terre, Genoa, Rapallo, Gabiano, Turin, Vercelli
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LV-2024
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Parmesan and prosciutto. Ferraris and Fiats. Ruins and the Riviera. Some of Italy’s greatest indulgences can be found up north. Italy’s “Fabulous Five,” the pastel-hued cliffside fishing villages along the Mediterranean, start the count of the numerous joys you’ll experience on this Undiscovered Tour of Northern Italy. In addition to finding the freshest seafood along the coast, you’ll relish a balsamic vinegar tasting in the epicurean city of Modena, a parmesan cheese tasting near Verdi’s hometown of Busseto, a risotto lunch at a Vercelli rice factory, and a wine tasting in vineyard-dotted Gabiano. To spice things up, you’ll speed over to the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, cruise to the yacht-filled harbor of Portofino, and strut your stuff down the streets of Milan. Leading you to the fabulous, the famous, and the fashionable, this tour is the way to see Northern Italy in style.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Milan,Italy
Location: Milan, Milan
Meals Included: Dinner
At 5 pm, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel.
Day 2: Milan,Busseto,Parma
Location: Milan, Busseto, Parma
Meals Included: Breakfast
MILAN Guided walking tour includes sights of the Sforzesco Castle, the Galleria, La Scala Opera House, and the Duomo. Free time before continuing to Busseto.BUSSETO See the birthplace of composer Giuseppe Verdi with free time for lunch before [LF] a Parmesan cheese tasting at a local caseificio (cheese-making factory). 99 mi / 160 km
Day 3: Parma. Excursion To Modena & Maranello
Location: Via Modena & Via Maranello
Meals Included: Breakfast
PARMA Guided sightseeing includes sights of the cathedral, bell tower, and octagonal baptistry. Free time to visit the cathedral.MODENA Enjoy a [LF] Balsamic vinegar tasting at the renowned Acetaia Leonardi.MARANELLO [LF] Visit the Ferrari Museum. Free time this afternoon and evening. 112 mi / 180 km
Day 4: Parma,Lucca
Location: Parma, Lucca
Meals Included: Breakfast
LUCCA Orientation walk, followed by free time this afternoon and evening. 99 mi / 160 km
Day 5: Lucca,Cinque Terre,Genoa
Location: Lucca, Cinque Terre, Genoa
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Scenic drive en route to La Spezia.CINQUE TERRE Take a guided boat ride (weather permitting) to Monterosso. Free time before continuing the journey by train. 124 mi / 200 km
Day 6: Genoa
Location: Genoa
Meals Included: Breakfast
GENOA Join the guided tour to discover the highlights of the Old Town, including sights of San Lorenzo Cathedral, the Ducal Palace and Christopher Columbus’ childhood home. Enjoy free time this afternoon and evening.
Day 7: Rapallo,Gabiano,Turin
Location: Rapallo, Gabiano, Turin
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
GABIANO Enjoy [LF] wine tasting and lunch at the castle. 143 mi / 230 km
Day 8: Turin
Location: Turin
Meals Included: Breakfast
TURIN Guided sightseeing includes sights of the Mole Antonelliana and a visit to the cathedral.
Day 9: Turin,Vercelli,Milan
Location: Turin, Vercelli, Milan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
VERCELLI [LF] Visit a rice factory followed by a risotto lunch.MILAN Farewell dinner at a local restaurant this evening. 130 mi / 210 km
Day 10: Milan
Location: Milan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Guided Tours
Enjoy guided tours in Milan, Parma, Cinque Terre, Genoa, and Turin, including visits to Sforzesco Castle, La Scala Opera House, the Duomo, San Lorenzo Cathedral, the Ducal Palace, Christopher Columbus’ childhood home, the Mole Antonelliana, and more.
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Special Experiences
Experience unique local activities such as Parmesan cheese tasting in Busseto, balsamic vinegar tasting in Modena, wine tasting and lunch at the castle in Gabiano, and a visit to a rice factory with a risotto lunch in Vercelli.
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Cinque Terre Boat Ride
Take a guided boat ride in Cinque Terre to Monterosso, followed by a journey by train, offering stunning views of the coastline.
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Meals Included
Your tour includes full buffet breakfast daily, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners, ensuring a delightful culinary experience throughout your journey.
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Accommodations
Stay in comfortable accommodations throughout your journey, including hotels in Milan, Parma, Lucca, Genoa, and Turin.
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Transportation
Travel comfortably between the stunning locations of Northern Italy, including special modes of transport like boat and train in Cinque Terre.
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Small Group Discovery
Enjoy a more intimate travel experience with Small-Group Discoveries on select dates, limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure.
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure protection against unforeseen events.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, and room service are not included in the tour price.
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Optional Excursions
Optional excursions and activities not listed in the itinerary are available at an additional cost.
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select Europe dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus Europe escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized European tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Cinque Terre|Portovenere (Cinque Terre and the Islands)
Meals
Full buffet breakfast daily; 2 lunches; 3 three-course dinners
Accommodation
Milan:NYX Hotel Milan by Leonardo HotelsParma:BW Farnese ParmaParma:Starhotels Du ParcLucca:Best Western Grand Hotel GuinigiGenoa:NH Collection Genova MarinaTurin:Starhotels MajesticMilan:Crowne Plaza Milan City
Check out our Q&As
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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