Small Group Tour to Northern Italy, Venice to Parma

Small Group Discoveries

Explore northern Italian cuisine during a hands-on cooking class with the skilled chef of Villa Luppis, followed by dinner and special wine pairings.
Step into a 17th-century villa at the Ornella Molon Traverso Winery for a tasting of their fine varietals.
Delight in the charms of the Lake District, including Villa Balbianello with its lovely gardens and treasures from around the world... Then cruise on Lake Como to Bellagio, one of Europe’s lovelies towns.
With the intimate size of your group, our guides will be able to show you more of Verona and Parma, two of northern Italy’s “hidden gems.”

A group transfer from the airport takes you into the Venetian countryside to the Hotel Villa Luppis, an enchanting estate on lovely park-like grounds. Meals D

The day is yours to enjoy this beautiful resort. You might also wish to borrow a bicycle, a great way to explore the pastoral landscapes. This evening, join the Villa’s chef for a hands-on cooking class featuring traditional northern dishes and then sit down to dinner accompanied by fine regional wines. Meals B,D

Discover the lovely medieval town of Bassano del Grappa, famed for its charming Alpine bridge. Continue to Verona and check in to the luxurious Hotel Due Torri. A walking tour includes Juliet’s balcony, the magnificent Roman Arena and Piazza delle Erbe, bustling with colorful market stalls. Meals B,D

Here’s a day to enjoy as you wish! During the summer, we can arrange tickets for you to attend Verona’s celebrated Open-Air Opera. Meals B

Stop to take in the charms of Sirmione, a lovely resort on Lake Garda. Continue to the outstanding Hotel Villa Flori, set on the shores of Lake Como. Meals B

Today’s excursion immerses you in the beauty of Italy’s famed Lake District. Tour the historic Villa Balbianello, now a museum, and its lovely gardens. Then cruise across picturesque Lake Como to explore the architecture and cobbled streets of Bellagio, hailed by many as one of Europe’s loveliest towns. Meals B

Travel through Milan to admire its highlights, including the Duomo, Galleria and famed La Scala Theater. Arrive in Parma for a walking tour featuring the Cathedral and Piazza Garibaldi. Check in to the Hotel Palace Maria Luigia for a comfortable 2-night stay in the center of Parma. Meals B,D

Your hotel’s heart-of-it-all location makes it easy to step out on your own, a great way to experience the cultural and gastronomic traditions of this historic city. Tonight’s farewell dinner at Angiol D’Or features traditional northern Italian cuisine and fine local wines. Meals B,D

Our included group transfer brings you to the Milan airport for your onward journey. Meals B

Extend Your Trip

Stay in Venice before your journey...

3-Day Pre-Tour Extension from $799

Experience all the magic of Italy’s most romantic city! Our 2-night stay includes arrival transfer by private water taxi, the 4-star Ca’ Dei Conti Hotel close to St. Mark’s Square, daily breakfast, and transfer to begin your tour of Northern Italy.

Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met and escorted by private water taxi to the 4-star Hotel Ca’ dei Conti, beautifully set in an 18th-century residence just around the corner from St. Mark’s Square.

You have this entire day free to experience the magic of Venice at your own pace. Your hotel’s terrific location makes it so easy to step out and explore the city’s best-known landmarks including St. Mark’s Basilica, the Rialto Bridge and Doge’s Palace. Meals B

Following breakfast, check out from your hotel and travel via private water taxi to the mainland. Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll meet your fellow Small Group travelers and journey into the Venetian countryside to the Hotel Villa Luppis, where your Traditions of Northern Italy tour begins. Meals B

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Small Group Discoveries

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Welcome to Italy... Venice to Villa Luppis

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A day to relax. An evening culinary experience.

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Afternoon excursion into the Venetian countryside

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Onward to Verona c

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At leisure in Verona

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To the shores of Lake Como

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Excursion to Villa Balbianello and Bellagio

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Travel to Parma

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At leisure in Parma

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Arrivederci, Italia!