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This leisurely exploration of Italy’s varied northern regions, from the romantic Lake District and dramatic Cinque Terre to beloved Tuscany, the majestic Dolomites and canal-laced Venice, offers a refreshing perspective on a well-known land. In the company of a congenial small group, limited to 24 travelers, celebrate the Italian penchant for hospitality, good food and good living, staying in outstanding accommodations. The 15-day journey begins in the Lake District with a relaxing three-night stay in Stresa on lovely Lake Maggiore. Visit charming lakeside Orta San Giulio and cruise to Isola Bella, the beautiful island in Lake Maggiore, touring its palace and flower-decked gardens. Stopping in Barolo, sample Barolo, the “king of wines,” at a premier winery.
A three-night sojourn in the Italian Riviera resort town of Santa Margherita follows, with a boat trip to the renowned resort town of Portofino and an excursion to Cinque Terre’s spectacular cliff-clinging villages. Journeying south to beloved Tuscany for a three-night stay in wondrous Florence, visit atmospheric Lucca. Explore Florence, Tuscany’s crown jewel, with its stupendous Duomo and famed Galleria dell’Accademia housing Michelangelo’s sublime David; then discover exquisite Siena, boasting one of Europe’s greatest public squares. Tour storied Verona, setting of several Shakespearean plays, and spend two nights in Bolzano, gateway to the magnificent Dolomites in the Italian Alps. Two nights in treasured Venice, with touring of iconic St. Mark’s Square and independent exploration, conclude the journey. Savor a longer stay in this most beautiful of cities with an optional 3-day/2-night post-tour extension.
Day 2 - Milan, Italy | Stresa
Day 3 - Stresa
Day 4 - Stresa | Orta San Giulio
Day 5 - Stresa | Barolo | Santa Margherita
Day 6 - Santa Margherita | Portofino
Day 7 - Santa Margherita | Cinque Terre | Portovenere
Day 8 - Santa Margherita | Lucca | Radda-in-Chianti
Day 9 - Radda-in-Chianti | Florence
Day 10 - Radda-in-Chianti | Siena
Day 11 - Radda-in-Chianti | Verona | Bolzano
Day 12 - Bolzano
Day 13 - Bolzano | Venice
Day 14 - Venice
Day 15 - Depart for home city
Base Price: from $6,174* (air and taxes included) per person, based on double occupancy
- Additional solo supplement of $1,395.
- *Pricing dependent on departure city; Airline fees and taxes subject to change.
- Air upgrades may be available. Contact Odysseys Unlimited directly at (888) 370-6765 for options.
Inclusions:
- 13 nights accommodations in Superior First Class and First Class hotels.
- 13 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 7 dinners including a Farewell Dinner.
- See brochure for full details.
- Tar Heel Travel is a member exclusive perk.
- There must be one Carolina Alumni member in a room. Membership is open to anyone. Learn more.
- By reserving on this tour, you agree to the terms and conditions specific to this tour which are set by the tour operator. This information can be found in the tour brochure.
- The Carolina Alumni Travel Office and tour operator reserve the right to to decline or accept a reservation should a person's health, mental condition, physical infirmity or attitude jeopardize the operation of the tour or the rights, welfare, or enjoyment of other participants. Refunds will be made in accordance with the cancellation policy listed in the tour brochure.
- Please contact us if you have questions about this trip or group travel. We're happy to help in any way we can.
- Phone: (877) 962-3980 (If we are unable to answer your call, please leave a detailed message with your name, phone number and email.)
- Email: travel@unc.edu
- All inquiries and room requests are answered in the order in which they are received.
- If you are ready to request a reservation, please submit your reservation request form.
- If you wish us to hold a room for 2 business days, please send us the passenger's names, address, phone number and email. This information must be provided in order to hold a room.