North and South of Italy, Switzerland, Food and Family Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Milan
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 0 minutes (0 miles) from arrival airport

    Visit the iconic Duomo di Milano, walk around the charming Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, and try delicious pizza at Pizzeria Spontini.

  2. Day 2: Lake Como
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 1 hour (34 miles) from Milan

    Cruise around the scenic Lake Como, hike to the panoramic Villa del Balbianello, and enjoy a gelato at Gelateria Lariana.

  3. Day 3: Venice
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 3 hours (200 miles) from Lake Como

    Take a romantic gondola ride through the enchanting Grand Canal, discover the stunning St. Mark's Basilica, and taste local seafood at Osteria Ai Do Farai.

  4. Day 4: Florence
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 3 hours (170 miles) from Venice

    Visit the impressive Duomo di Firenze, admire the timeless Uffizi Gallery, and sample delicious gelato at Gelateria La Carraia.

  5. Day 5: Rome
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 3 hours (174 miles) from Florence

    Explore the ancient Colosseum, marvel at The Vatican, and savor the classic Cacio e Pepe at Flavio al Velavevodetto.

  6. Day 6: Interlaken
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 7 hours (550 miles) from Rome

    Admire the picturesque Swiss Alps, hike to the stunning Harder Kulm viewpoint, and indulge in some mouth-watering Swiss chocolate at Höhendoorn Swiss Chocolaterie.

  7. Day 7: Zermatt
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 2 hours (66 miles) from Interlaken

    Hike to the charming Matterhorn Glacier, take a scenic train ride to Gornergrat, and taste traditional Swiss cheese at Fuchs Bäckerei Confiserie Cafe.

  8. Day 8: Geneva
    Estimated time and distance from previous location: 3 hours (160 miles) from Zermatt

    Walk around the stunning Lake Geneva, discover the fascinating Palais des Nations, and indulge in local Swiss fondue at Café du Soleil.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Duomo di Milano (2 hours, free)
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II (1 hour, free)
  • Pizzeria Spontini (1 hour, €10 per person)
  • Lake Como Cruise (2 hours, €60 per person)
  • Villa del Balbianello (2 hours, €20 per person)
  • Gelateria Lariana (30 minutes, €6 per person)
  • Gondola Ride (1 hour, €80 per person)
  • St. Mark's Basilica (1.5 hours, €3 per person)
  • Osteria Ai Do Farai (1.5 hours, €30 per person)
  • Duomo di Firenze (1 hour, free)
  • Uffizi Gallery (2 hours, €20 per person)
  • Gelateria La Carraia (30 minutes, €6 per person)
  • Colosseum (2 hours, €12 per person)
  • The Vatican (3 hours, €30 per person)
  • Flavio al Velavevodetto (1.5 hours, €25 per person)
  • Swiss Alps (full day, free)
  • Harder Kulm viewpoint (2 hours, €30 per person)
  • Höhendoorn Swiss Chocolaterie (1 hour, €10 per person)
  • Matterhorn Glacier (3 hours, €50 per person)
  • Gornergrat (half day, €80 per person)
  • Fuchs Bäckerei Confiserie Cafe (30 minutes, €5 per person)
  • Lake Geneva (2 hours, free)
  • Palais des Nations (1.5 hours, €12 per person)
  • Café du Soleil (2 hours, €30 per person)
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Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can explore more of northern Italy, such as Turin or Verona. In Switzerland, consider visiting Lucerne or Bern for more variety. If you have less time, you can skip some cities or attractions, such as Zermatt or the St. Mark's Basilica, and focus on exploring the ones you choose in more detail.

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