Italia del Norte (2025)

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Welcome to your tour with Europamundo! We’ll transfer you to the hotel and you’ll have some free time. In the afternoon, you’ll find information about the start of your tour on the boards located at the hotel reception.

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Today we’ll see one of the most beautiful scenic areas in Europe, the region of the Italian Lakes. First, we’ll travel to Lake Orta in Orta San Giulio, a well-preserved medieval city. We’ll take a train ride to reach the medieval center of the town and then a boat to the Island of San Giulio, a little island on the lake with a monastery. After this, we’ll go on to Lake Maggiore, making a stop in Stresa, where we’ll have the option to visit the Borromean Islands. The highlight is Isola Bella, featuring its gardens and palace (closed in the winter). We´ll have some time for lunch and then we’ll head to Verona.Note: During the winter months, the Orta train does not operate. If that is the case, you can access the medieval town by walking approximately 800 meters from the bus parking lot.

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We’ll have time to explore Verona, the enchanting city of Romeo and Juliet, before departing for Venice, arriving around 01:00 p.m. A delightful boat trip to St. Mark’s Square is included, followed by a guided walking tour of the City of Canals, including a visit to see Murano glasswork. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time—perhaps a gondola ride? Accommodation will be in the Mestre district.

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Saldremos de Venecia a FERRARA, ciudad Patrimonio de la humanidad rival de Venecia, destaca la plaza del Duomo y su castillo del siglo XIV. Tras ello viajamos a MÓDENA, incluiremos la entrada al Museo Enzo Ferrari y tendremos tiempo para pasear en su hermoso centro histórico donde destaca su catedral románica. Tras ello, visitaremos una “Aceitata” productora del "Vinagre de Módena". Continuamos a BOLONIA, ciudad llena de vida con la primera universidad europea del s.XI. Sugerimos no deje de visitar la Basílica del Santo Estéfano y la Plaza Mayor.

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Tiempo en Bolonia, ciudad llena de vida con la primera universidad Europea (del siglo XI), sugerimos no deje de visitar la Basílica de Santo Estefano y la plaza mayor. Tras ello, entre bonitos paisajes cruzando los Apeninos llegamos a Florencia, vamos directamente al mirador de Miguel Ángel con impresionante vista sobre la ciudad. Por la tarde incluimos una visita con guía local caminando en el centro histórico: puente Vecchio, Duomo, plaza de la Signoria; esta ciudad es un verdadero museo al aire libre. Tiempo libre.

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Today, we’ll travel to Pisa. A little tourist train will take us to the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), home of the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa. After this, we’ll head to the Ligurian Riviera, renowned for some of the prettiest coastlines in Europe. We’ll visit the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This area comprises five villages, almost isolated by road, which live on fishing and tourism. We’ll arrive by train, tickets included, to one of its charming towns (normally Vernazza, but on busy tourist dates, it could be Manarola or Corniglia, very similar towns that are somewhat less crowded). We’ll have time for lunch. Afterwards, we’ll travel by train to Levanto, where we’ll take the bus to continue to Genoa. Its center reminds us that it was a thriving republic in the Middle Ages.Note: The train to Cinque Terre is a regular commuter service, not a tourist train. During peak tourism times, there can be long waits as trains may be full, and seat reservations are not available. In some cases, the journey might be done standing. If this happens, we recommend walking to the monumental site, which is approximately 900 meters away.

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We’ll continue our journey to the nearby city of Santa Margherita Ligure, where we’ll embark for Portofino, one of the most exclusive places in Europe. Enjoy a stroll by the sea and time at leisure. After lunch, we’ll continue to Milan, the busy northern city where we recommend a visit to the cathedral.Note: During winter, weather conditions may prevent the boat to Portofino from operating. In such cases, we’ll spend more time in Santa Margherita. If you wish, you can take an urban minibus to Portofino (service quality may be poor, with long waits).

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After breakfast, our journey will come to an end, leaving you with wonderful lasting memories.