7-day itinerary

Northern Italy Highlights and Lakes

North Italy

Experience the timeless beauty of Northern Italy, combining historic Milan, serene Lake Como, thermal waters of Lake Garda, Venice, and romantic Verona.

1. Day 1: Arrival and Iconic Milan Sights

   Overnight in Milan · Driving 15 km, 40 min

   • Arrive to Milan

     Arrival 1h

     Arrive to Milan and settle in.

   • Piazza del Duomo

     Sightseeing 15:00 · 1.5h

     Observe Milan's architecture from Piazza del Duomo.

   • Brera District

     Neighborhood Walk 17:00 · 2h

     Explore alleys lined with art galleries in Brera District.

2. Day 2: Scenic Drive to Lake Como

   Overnight in Bellagio · Driving 82 km, 2h 10m

   • Como Old Town

     Historic Walk 10:00 · 2h

     Explore medieval walls and courtyards in Como Old Town.

   • Punta Spartivento

     Viewpoint 14:30 · 1h

     See where Lake Como divides into branches from Punta Spartivento.

   • Bellagio Waterfront Promenade

     Scenic Stroll 16:00 · 1.5h

     Stroll past lakeside flowerbeds on Bellagio Waterfront Promenade.

3. Day 3: Lakeside Villas and Peaceful Gardens

   Overnight in Bellagio · Driving 12 km, 30 min

   • Villa Melzi Gardens

     Botanical Gardens 09:30 · 2h

     Walk among neoclassical statues and shoreline azaleas at Villa Melzi Gardens.

   • Villa del Balbianello

     Historic Villa 13:30 · 2.5h

     See terraced garden loggias at Villa del Balbianello.

   • San Giacomo Church

     Historical Church 16:45 · 45 min

     See Romanesque stone arches and mosaics inside San Giacomo Church.

4. Day 4: Thermal Springs of Lake Garda

   Overnight in Sirmione · Driving 155 km, 2h 20m

   • Grotte di Catullo

     Archaeological Ruins 11:30 · 2h

     Explore Roman ruins among olive trees at Grotte di Catullo.

   • Aquaria Thermal Spa

     Wellness & Spa 14:30 · 2.5h

     Soak in mineral-rich waters overlooking Lake Garda at Aquaria Thermal Spa.

   • Jamaica Beach

     Nature & Coast 17:30 · 1.5h

     Lounge on limestone slabs at Jamaica Beach.

5. Day 5: Venice Highlights Day Trip

   Overnight in Sirmione · Driving 290 km, 3h 10m

   • St. Mark's Square

     Iconic Landmark 10:30 · 2h

     See domes and Byzantine arcades around St. Mark's Square.

   • Rialto Bridge

     Historic Bridge 13:30 · 1.5h

     Watch gondolas on the Grand Canal from Rialto Bridge.

   • Doge's Palace Outer Promenade

     Architecture Walk 15:30 · 1.5h

     Walk beside pink marble facades along Doge's Palace Outer Promenade.

6. Day 6: Historic Castles and Verona Romance

   Overnight in Sirmione · Driving 86 km, 1h 20m

   • Scaligero Castle

     Medieval Fortress 09:30 · 1.5h

     Climb the walls of Scaligero Castle for views across the lake.

   • Verona Arena

     Ancient Amphitheatre 12:00 · 2h

     See the Roman amphitheatre Verona Arena in Piazza Bra.

   • Juliet's House

     Historic Landmark 15:00 · 1.5h

     See the stone balcony and courtyard at Juliet's House.

7. Day 7: Historic Sights and Departure

   Overnight in Milan · Driving 135 km, 1h 50m

   • Duomo di Milano

     Gothic Cathedral 10:30 · 2h

     Climb to the rooftop spires of Duomo di Milano.

   • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

     Architecture & Shopping 13:00 · 1.5h

     Walk beneath vaulted glass arches at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.

   • Depart from Milan

     Departure 17:00 · 1h

     Depart from Milan for your flight home.