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Palatine Hill, Rome
Bellagio Port
Piazza San Marco and Doge's Palace
The Colosseum
Assisi
Santa Croce Basillica
Piazza del Nettuno
Sirmione
Franciacorta Area
Milan the Duomo

Rome to Northern Lakes Journeys (Tour code: 15365)

Starts and Ends
Rome to
Milan
Travel Periods
21 May 26 - 15 Oct 26
Travel Style
Escorted Group Tour
From Rome’s ancient grandeur to the sparkling Northern Lakes, experience Italy’s rich culture, flavours, and landscapes.

Highlights

Guranteed Departures

Group of maximum of 40 People

Explore the Colosseum, Forum, and Palatine Hill with expert guides

Admire Renaissance masterpieces in the cradle of the Renaissance

Savour Bologna’s gastronomy and Venice’s canals with cicchetti and spritz

Journey through Verona’s heritage and cruise Lake Garda and Lake Como

Ride the Bernina Express for breathtaking views of the Swiss Alps

12 days
From
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per person, twin share
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Overview

Discover Italy’s timeless charm on a journey from Rome to the romantic Northern Lakes. Begin with the Eternal City’s ancient wonders before travelling through Tuscany’s rolling landscapes and Florence’s Renaissance masterpieces. Savour Bologna’s culinary delights and Venice’s canals and cicchetti, then explore Verona’s storied streets. Continue through Franciacorta’s vineyards and the lakeside beauty of Garda and Como, crowned by the elegance of Milan. With guided tours, scenic train rides, and regional flavours, this itinerary blends culture, history, and natural splendour.

Peace of mind booking plan
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  2. ENTIRE AUD Prices
  3. ENTIRE Change of Mind
  4. ENTIRE Industry Accredited
  5. ENTIRE On Ground Support
  6. ENTIRE Australian Owned

Inclusions

11-night accommodation in 4-star hotels
Transportation by coach
Bernina Express ride
Daily breakfast
Lunch in a traditional restaurant in Florence
Light lunch & wine tasting in the Franciacorta region
Gastronomic experience in Bologna, including one drink
Meals and drinks as per itinerary
Spritz & “Cicchetti” experience in Venice
Happy Hour in Milan, including one drink
Guided tours in Florence, Venice, Milan and Verona
Visits to Assisi, Siena, Bologna, Verona, Lake Garda and Lake Como
Daily ticket for Hop-On Hop-Off Panoramic Bus
English-Speaking Only Tour Director throughout the journey

Day 1 Rome

Welcome to Rome! After meeting your driver at the airport, you will be transferred to your hotel. Use your Hop-on Hop-off bus ticket to explore Rome’s iconic landmarks from a different perspective. Hop on and off at any of the eight stops along the route, and enjoy the commentary available in 12 languages. The ticket is valid for one day. After the tour, enjoy the evening at your leisure and return to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Rome at Hotel St. Martin or similar.

Rome
Trevi Fountain

Day 2 Rome

After breakfast, depart from your hotel for an included guided tour of Rome’s extraordinary Archaeological Area. Meet your professional guide and begin your 2.5-hour journey through history. Equipped with a personal radio receiver and earphones, explore the legendary Colosseum, the iconic Flavian Amphitheater where Ancient Romans gathered for gladiator battles and wild animal hunts. Continue to Palatine Hill, the mythical birthplace of Rome. From here, enjoy panoramic views of the city. The tour concludes at the Roman Forum, once the centre of Roman life. The rest of the day is at your leisure.

Overnight stay in Rome at Hotel St. Martin or similar.

Breakfast
Rome
Roman Forum

Day 3 Rome Assisi Siena Florence

Breakfast at the hotel. Depart at 7:15 AM by deluxe coach to Assisi, a medieval town surrounded by ancient walls. Visit the Basilica of St. Francis, featuring frescoes by Giotto and Cimabue and enjoy a lunch in Assisi.

Continue to Siena, UNESCO-listed and famous for its shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and Palio horse race. Later, travel through Tuscany’s countryside to reach Florence.

Overnight stay in Florence at Raffaello Hotel or similar.

Breakfast, Lunch
Rome → Assisi → Siena → Florence
Piazza del Campo

Day 4 Florence

Explore Florence, cradle of the Renaissance. Visit the Duomo, Brunelleschi’s Dome, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and Baptistery. See Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio, and Santa Croce Basilica. Enjoy lunch in a traditional Tuscan restaurant.

In the afternoon, choose between free time in the city or an optional visit to Pisa, with its Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli. Dinner is at leisure.

Overnight stay in Florence at Raffaello Hotel or similar.

Breakfast, Lunch
Florence
Florence

Day 5 Florence Bologna Mestre (Venice)

After breakfast in Florence, head to Bologna. Explore the city centre with its iconic porticos and historic sites, including Piazza del Nettuno and the Basilica of San Petronio. Discover Bologna’s gastronomic heritage through a vibrant light local lunch, offering traditional and contemporary treats. Enjoy a light street food lunch at a local eatery. Later, continue your journey to Venice. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight stay in Mestre at Quality Hotel Delfino or similar.

Breakfast
Florence → Bologna → Mestre (Venice)
Basilica of San Petronio

Day 6 Mestre Venice Mestre

Transfer to Piazza San Marco and discover Venice’s highlights with a guided tour. Visit the outside of Doge’s Palace and cross the Bridge of Sighs. Afterward, enjoy a glass of spritz or prosecco with cicchetti, traditional Venetian snacks. Relax and soak in the atmosphere. Spend the afternoon exploring the city’s canals, artisan shops, or quiet corners on your own. Return to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Mestre at Quality Hotel Delfino or similar.

Breakfast
Mestre → Venice → Mestre
Bridge of Sighs

Day 7 Mestre (Venice) Verona Franciacorta Bergamo

After breakfast, visit Verona, a city rich in history and culture. Explore Roman ruins, medieval structures, and Renaissance palaces on a guided tour. Don't miss Juliet’s house and balcony, famous from Shakespeare’s "Romeo and Juliet."

Then, travel to Franciacorta, known for its ideal winemaking soil, for a light lunch with local food and wine. After this, head to Bergamo for the overnight stay.

Overnight stay in Bergamo at BW Hotel Cappello D'Oro or similar

Breakfast, Lunch
Mestre (Venice) → Verona → Franciacorta → Bergamo
Juliet's Balcony

Day 8 Bergamo Sirmione Desenzano del Garda Bergamo

After breakfast, set off for Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake. Enjoy a panoramic tour along the west coast, passing the Brenta Dolomites and Moraine Hills, surrounded by lush vegetation. In Sirmione, take a boat tour to admire its picturesque shores, the Castle, and the Grottoes of Catullus.

After free time for lunch, head to Desenzano del Garda with its elegant lakeside promenade and historical centre that reflects traces of Venetian influence.

Overnight stay in Bergamo at BW Hotel Cappello D'Oro or similar

Breakfast, Dinner
Bergamo → Sirmione → Desenzano del Garda → Bergamo
Lake Garda

Day 9 Bergamo Como Bellagio Milan

After breakfast, enjoy a brief visit to Como, renowned for its breathtaking views of Lake Como and the surrounding Alps. From Como, you will embark on a boat to Bellagio, an elegant village nestled at the junction of the lake’s two southern branches, famous for its charming streets, luxury hotels, historic villas, and lush gardens. Lunch at your leisure. In the afternoon, take the ferry to Cadenabbia, where you will meet your driver and begin your journey to Milan.

Overnight stay in Milan at Ramada Plaza or similar.

Breakfast
Bergamo → Como → Bellagio → Milan
Lake Como

Day 10 Milan Bernina Express Milan

After breakfast, meet your driver and travel to St. Moritz for some free time. Then, board the Bernina Express and enjoy one of the world’s most scenic train rides through the Swiss Alps. Marvel at alpine villages, tunnels, and breathtaking mountain views as you cross the Bernina Pass toward Tirano. Upon arrival, your driver will be waiting to take you back to Milan.

Overnight stay in Milan at Ramada Plaza or similar.

Breakfast
Milan → Bernina Express → Milan
Bernina Express

Day 11 Milan

After breakfast, enjoy some free time to explore Milan at your own pace. In the afternoon, meet your local guide for a threehour walking tour through the heart of the city. Begin at Porta Venezia, a historic gate with medieval and Roman origins, and continue to Corso Venezia. Walk through the Giardini Indro Montanelli, pass by the Galleria d’Arte Moderna and continue along Viale Manzoni. From the outside, see the iconic Teatro alla Scala and admire the majestic façade of the Milan Cathedral (Duomo). The tour ends at Castello Sforzesco, a medieval fortress, followed by a relaxing aperitivo. Free time before returning to your hotel.

Overnight stay in Milan at Ramada Plaza or similar.

Breakfast
Milan
Sforzesco Castle

Accommodation

Hotel St. Martin

Rome
Hotel St. Martin is a contemporary 4-star hotel in Rome that has been recently renovated. Conveniently situated near the Castro Pretorio metro station and Roma Termini train station, and just a short walk from Piazza della Repubblica, its prime location makes it an excellent choice for both business travelers and tourists exploring the city.

Raffaello Hotel

Florence
The Hotel Raffaello, which is situated just at the city's entry, is the best place to start your exploration of Florence, learn about its past, and take in the beauty and allure of this genuinely exceptional city. Whether you're traveling by vehicle or train, Hotel Raffaello is easily accessible and offers a courteous, professional, and attentive welcome.

Quality Hotel Delfino

Venice
Hotel Delfino Venezia Mestre is ideally located at the gateway to Venice, making it a convenient base for discovering the charm and history of the lagoon city. Easily accessible by car or public transport, the hotel offers modern comforts, attentive service, and a welcoming atmosphere for both leisure and business travelers.

BW Hotel Cappello D'Oro

Bergamo
Discover four-star comfort at Best Western Hotel Cappello D’Oro, perfectly located in the heart of Bergamo. Blending over 150 years of hospitality tradition with modern amenities, it’s ideal for both business travellers and leisure guests seeking convenience and charm.

Additional information

  • No age limit

  • All passengers must be able to indepently board and alight the coach.

  • From Verona onwards, the group size will be limited to just 25 guests due to the nature of the regional areas visited.

Excluded

  • International airfares and taxes
  • Domestic airfares and taxes, unless otherwise specified in our holiday package
  • Visa expenses, processing and issuance fees
  • Meals other than as specified in our holiday package
  • Travel Insurance or expenses of a personal nature (mini-bar, phone call, laundry, etc.),
  • Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurant or boat staff, etc.
  • Or any other travel expense that has not been included in our holiday package

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Who are Entire Travel Group?

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Entire Travel Group is proudly Australian family owned and operated and as it stands today represents 50 years of experience, progress, and evolution. We proudly support the community with our long-term commitment to many important charity organisations. We were awarded the best operator in our class at the most recent National Travel Industry Awards.

Is Entire Travel Group industry accredited?

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Entire Travel Group was honoured at the 2023 National Travel Industry Awards with Most Oustanding Wholesaler - Product / Service.

As our team works tirelessly to deliver exceptional holiday experiences, it was exciting to have this acknowledged with the highest recognition. The award is also a testament to the quality of our partners around the globe, and we take this opportunity to thank them for their tremendous support of our customers.

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In some cases, we are the sole representative in Australia for the overseas travel operator. In other circumstances the product developed has been exclusively built for Entire Travel Group and can’t be found elsewhere.

What’s unique about Entire Travel Group Holiday Packages?

  • They are not group tours with set departures - they are pre-designed, purpose built, independent holiday packages full of unique and memorable experiences.
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  • We are offering unique travel experiences which cannot be found elsewhere.
  • Many packages include our “Freedom of Choice” options which allow you to tailor the holiday experience. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.
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  • A wide selection of our packages are compliant with the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Covid Safe Travels.

Our motto for Independent Holiday Packages is start your holiday when and with who you want!

Our Independent Holiday Packages are NOT group tours with set departure dates. Group Tours have specific set departure dates, and of course, you are travelling with unknown passengers in a coach. These tours are great for certain travellers and there are many reputable tour operators providing a wide range of options around the world.

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Look for packages with our Peace of Mind Booking Plan logo on the website.

  • We understand that occasionally plans may change, so we give you the confidence to proceed with a cooling off period.
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What is Freedom of Choice?

At Entire Travel Group we understand that our customers have their own personal tastes and interests - so throughout our packages look for “Freedom of Choice” which gives you the ability to tailor your holiday from the various experiences offered on selected days. Like a sommelier matching wine to a meal, we have used our experience to carefully select and offer the right experiences in each location.

The Freedom of Choice options are included in the package price, and the price remains the same regardless of the choice you make on each day.

Our Freedom of Choice program offers flexibility, by allowing you to choose from different options on pre-selected days in the itinerary.

  • Our per person price includes one tour on each Freedom of Choice day in the itinerary.
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On some Islands Holiday Packages (e.g. Fiji), it is practical to include flights, so where we have done this it is indicated by the plane icon.

However, on the majority of our Holiday Packages, we do not include international flights.

We found that many customers may prefer to:

  • Travel on a specific airline of their choice
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