A sightseeing walking tour of Milan includes exploring the city centre, visiting the medieval Sforza Castle, strolling along the high street, Via Dante. You will also see from the outside the masterpiece of Gothic art—the Milan Cathedral (Duomo), walk through shopping gallery Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and finish the tour in front of the legendary opera house La Scala. Free time. Optionally, excursions are organised for those interested: a visit to the La Scala Theatre Museum, which includes access to the theatre hall itself. Another tour to the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana. Just a few steps from the Duomo, in the heart of Milan, lies a true treasure island—the Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, named after Milan’s patron saint, St. Ambrose. Cardinal Federico Borromeo donated his private art collection to the Ambrosian Library back in the early 17th century. A trip to Lake Maggiore with a boat tour and a visit to Isola Bella, famous for its stunning botanical garden and the palace of the Borromeo.

Free time. For those interested, there is an optional excursion to Verona—one of the most enchanting cities in the world, the home of Romeo and Juliet. During the tour, you will see the Arena amphitheatre, which is 40 years older than the Colosseum and better preserved. You’ll also see the ancient Gavi Arch from the Roman period, the remarkably well-preserved Borsari Gate, and the market square with its medieval column, pillory, and frescoed palaces. The Scaliger family tombs represent the pinnacle of Gothic art. You’ll see Romeo’s house and walk along the path he took to meet Juliet. Stop under her balcony and make a wish. The tour to Verona also offers the possibility of visiting Lake Garda at Sirmione, one of the most famous European lake resorts, known for its natural thermal springs. Here, you will have the chance to swim and taste delicious ice cream.

Check out from the hotel with your luggage. Transfer to Zurich. On the way, stop in the Principality of Liechtenstein and we will take a walk around the historic centre of the principality. Liechtenstein is a charming small country with an area of about 160sq.km, three-quarters of which is occupied by mountains. Tour the historic centre of the capital with your group leader. Continue to Zurich—the financial centre of Switzerland. Guided tour of the historic centre of the city. Free time. Check-in at a hotel in the Zurich area.

(Rhine Falls – Stein am Rhein – Lucerne) Free time or, for those interested, in the first half of the day, an optional trip to the Rhine Falls and the fairytale town of Stein am Rhein, located on the banks of the Rhine River. In the afternoon, an optional excursion to Lucerne is organised. The tour covers the historic part of Lucerne, with its famous wooden bridges and old spires overlooking the waters of the Reuss River. Free time.

Check out from the hotel with your luggage. Transfer to Bern—the capital of Switzerland. A walk with your tour guide through the city centre will give you the opportunity to see the main sights, including the Bear Pit with live bears, the Clock Tower, and the tallest cathedral in the country. For those interested, there is an optional visit to Gruyères, the most picturesque Alpine village, with a tasting of the famous cheese. Transfer to Italy, with an optional stop along the way in one of Switzerland’s most luxurious resorts—the town of Montreux, located on the shores of Lake Geneva. Here you’ll find the longest lake promenade, stories and monuments to luminaries such as Freddie Mercury, Nabokov, and more, as well as Switzerland’s most visited attraction—the Château de Chillon—all in Montreux. Check-in at a hotel in the Piedmont region, in the area surrounding Turin.

Transfer to the centre of Turin. Turin is the capital of the 20th Winter Olympic Games and the location of the famous Shroud of Turin. Enjoy a walking tour of Turin’s historic centre with your tour guide assistant, or optionally take a guided tour, where you will see the historic Baroque heart of Turin, Piazza Castello—the city’s central square, Palazzo Reale—the royal palace of the House of Savoy, and Palazzo Madama, the Cathedral with the Chapel of the Holy Shroud where the Shroud of Turin is kept, and the Mole Antonelliana. Free time. Optionally, a tour of the Royal Palace is offered—recognised as one of the most luxurious royal residences in Europe. You will see a unique display of foot and mounted armour from King Carlo Alberto’s personal collection. While at the Royal Palace, you can visit the cathedral chapel and admire the most famous Baroque dome by Guarino Guarini, where the Shroud was kept until 1997. Transfer to Milan. Check-in at the hotel.

Optional tour to Royal Palace of Turin

After breakfast transfer to the airport.