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Set off on a guided tour or self guided adventure through Northern Italy where natural landscapes reign supreme. Discover the alluring beauty of the Italian Lakes or get active beneath the Dolomites’ jagged peaks. Hike, bike or tour your way around this breathtaking landscape crowned by the design capital of Milan, the canals of Venice, and romantic Verona.

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The Magic of the Italian Lakes

8 Days Milan to Lake Maggiore

Operator: Cosmos

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Northern Italy's Highlights & Cinque Terre

10 Days Milan to Milan

Operator: Globus

From 2,547

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Best of the Italian Lakes

9 Days Milan to Milan

Operator: Trafalgar

From 2,461

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Northern Italy including Cinque Terre

8 Days Milan to Milan

Operator: Trafalgar

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Discover Popular experiences and highlights in Northern Italy

The Gastronomy of Piedmont

Nestled at the foot of the Alps, this region is a treasure trove of culinary and scenic delights. Wander through vineyards and quiet country roads and refuel with local produce along the way.

Become Enchanted with Verona

Known for the narrative of star-crossed lovers, this city will romance you. Visit Juliet’s Balcony, explore the piazzas, marvel at the impressive Roman Arena, and discover Verona’s beating heart.

Fashion, Arts & Shopping in Milan

Brimming with art and creativity, here you can admire the Gothic style Doumo, marvel at Leonardo da Vinci's mural 'The Last Supper', and shop to your heart’s content in this fashion capital.

Hike & Bike the Dolomites

Explore the great outdoors on a walking or cycling adventure through the Dolomites. Meander apple orchards and vineyards against a backdrop of vast alpine scenery or opt for more challenging trails between the limestone peaks.

Explore the Italian Lakes

Discover the Italian Lakes on a shoreside sojourn or active adventure. Journey along tranquil shores ringed by forests, charming villages, and medieval castles as you visit Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore and Lake Como in Italy’s Lake District.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their journeys through Northern Italy

True Indulgence Susan, NSW, Australia, Oct 2024

The Italian Indulgence tour was my 5th tour with Backroads and possibly the most outstanding. A perfect blend of rural countryside, beautiful lakes and historic cities. There were many highlights for me including staying in the beautiful villas in the Florentine and Langhe Hills, Truffle hunting with Mia the dog, spending time in the elegant Portofino ...read more

Italian Lakes Anna and Jennifer , WA, Australia, Jun 2024

This trip through Milan and the lakes district provided so many highlights. It is such a picturesque area and well worth visiting. Cosmos tours did a great job of putting in so much of the area for us to see. From coaches, ferries and cable car rides. Accommodation was always at its best except for the Lake Como accommodation. This needs to be reviewed ...read more

Great taste of northern Italy Colleen, ACT, Australia, Sep 2023

Tour covers great mix of locations across northern Italy with some unique accommodation along the way. Highlights included the time in Lucca (pretty much everyone of our tour would go back there again), watching the truffle hunt near Alba, and cooking lesson in Tuscany. Full tour and major tourist areas were very busy in Italy this September so some ...read more

Highlights of the Italian Lakes Kathy, ACT, Australia, Jun 2023

Accommodation with CostSaver tour was good. The transport to and from airport in Milan was unnecessarily expensive. I booked flights myself because it was a follow on trip from a Trafalgar in Germany. Couldn't see why I should pay $197 for a private transfer when I had organised and provided flight details to arrive in Milan so I could travel on coach ...read more