7-Day Northern Italy & Swiss Alps Tour with 2 Hotels: Milan Base & Lake Como Stay (May 9-15, 2025)

Day 1: Explore Milan

Milan, Italy on May 9, 2025

9:00am

Check-in at Hotel Spadari al Duomo

Stay centrally located in Milan near all key sights for easy access to the city’s main attractions.
EUR200 per night, 0h30m

9:30am

Breakfast at Panificio Pattini

Begin your day with freshly baked pastries and espresso, open 7am-8pm.
EUR10, 0h45m

10:30am

Duomo di Milano

Explore Milan’s iconic cathedral and its rooftop terrace with city views, open 9am-7pm.
EUR15, 2h0m

12:45pm

Lunch at Luini Panzerotti

Savor Milanese-style panzerotti for a quick and delicious meal near the Duomo.
EUR8, 1h0m

2:00pm

Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II

Wander this elegant shopping arcade filled with boutiques and cafes.
Free, 1h0m

3:30pm

Sforza Castle

Visit the Renaissance-era fortress housing museums and beautiful grounds, open until 7:30pm.
EUR10, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ristorante Nabucco

Enjoy traditional Milanese dishes in the fashionable Brera district, opens at 7pm.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 2: Verona Day Trip

Day trip from Milan, Italy on May 10, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Start your day with a hearty hotel breakfast before departure.
Included, 0h45m

8:00am

Train to Verona Porta Nuova

Catch a direct train (~1h15m) from Milan Centrale to Verona for a day of sightseeing.
EUR20, 1h15m

9:30am

Arena di Verona

Tour the grand Roman amphitheater, open 8:30am-7pm.
EUR10, 1h30m

11:15am

House of Juliet

Visit the famed Juliet’s balcony and statue, open 9am-7pm.
EUR6, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Osteria Le Vecete

Enjoy regional specialties including risotto all'Amarone, open 12pm-2:30pm.
EUR25, 1h0m

2:00pm

Piazza delle Erbe & Torre dei Lamberti

Explore the lively market square and climb the tower for views, open 10am-7pm.
EUR8, 1h30m

4:00pm

Train back to Milan

Return to Milan via direct train, arriving in early evening.
EUR20, 1h15m

7:30pm

Dinner near hotel

Relax and dine at a nearby restaurant such as Ristorante da Oscar in Milan.
EUR35, 1h30m
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Day 3: Venice Day Trip

Day trip from Milan, Italy on May 11, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast to prepare for full-day trip to Venice.
Included, 0h45m

7:30am

Train to Venice Santa Lucia

Take a direct fast train (~2h30m) from Milan Centrale to Venice.
EUR30, 2h30m

10:15am

Piazza San Marco & St. Mark’s Basilica

Explore the famous square and visit the basilica (opens 9am).
Basilica EUR5, 2h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Trattoria Al Gazzettino

Try fresh seafood dishes in this highly rated Venetian trattoria.
EUR30, 1h30m

2:00pm

Doge’s Palace Tour

Visit the gothic palace with rich history, open 9am-7pm.
EUR25, 2h0m

4:30pm

Gondola Ride

Enjoy a romantic 30-minute gondola ride through Venice’s canals.
EUR80, 0h30m

5:30pm

Rialto Bridge & Market

Stroll this iconic bridge and surrounding market area.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Train back to Milan

Return to Milan in the evening.
EUR30, 2h30m
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Day 4: Transfer to Lake Como

Milan to Tremezzo, Italy on May 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & check-out at Milan hotel

Have breakfast and prepare for your transfer to Lake Como.
Included, 1h0m

9:30am

Train to Como San Giovanni

Take a train (~40min) from Milan to Como town.
EUR10, 0h40m

10:15am

Bus or taxi to Tremezzo

Continue transfer to your hotel in Tremezzo on Lake Como shore.
EUR15, 1h0m

11:30am

Check-in at Hotel Bellevue San Lorenzo

Enjoy lakeside accommodation with beautiful views, ideal base for exploring Lake Como.
EUR180 per night, 0h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Ristorante La Darsena

Relax by the lake with fresh fish and traditional Italian dishes, open 12pm-3pm.
EUR30, 1h0m

2:00pm

Villa Carlotta

Visit the historic villa and botanical gardens, open 9am-7pm.
EUR12, 2h0m

4:30pm

Stroll Tremezzo lakeside promenade

Enjoy the peaceful lakeside paths and picturesque views.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Hotel Bellevue San Lorenzo restaurant

Dine with lake views and local specialties available onsite.
EUR40, 1h30m
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Day 5: Bellagio & Lake Como

Lake Como, Italy on May 13, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Breakfast by the lake before heading to Bellagio.
Included, 0h45m

9:00am

Ferry to Bellagio

Take a scenic ferry ride (~1 hour) across Lake Como to Bellagio.
EUR15, 1h0m

10:15am

Villa Melzi Gardens

Wander the beautifully landscaped gardens, open 9am-7pm.
EUR6, 1h30m

12:00pm

Lunch at Trattoria San Giacomo

Savor local dishes in this charming Bellagio eatery, open from 12pm.
EUR40, 1h0m

1:30pm

Bellagio Old Town Exploration

Discover narrow cobbled streets and artisan shops.
Free, 1h30m

3:15pm

Return ferry to Tremezzo

Ferry back to Tremezzo for a relaxing afternoon.
EUR15, 1h0m

5:00pm

Aperitivo at Bar Lario

Enjoy a lakeside drink and light snacks at this popular local bar.
EUR12, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Ristorante Mistral (Bellagio)

Experience Michelin-starred dining with breathtaking lake views; reservation recommended.
EUR70, 1h30m
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Day 6: Bernina Express Day Trip

Tirano to St. Moritz, Swiss Alps on May 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast and transfer to Tirano

Early breakfast and bus ride (~1h20m) from Tremezzo to Tirano to catch the Bernina Express.
EUR15, 1h30m

8:30am

Bernina Express Scenic Train Ride

Embark on the panoramic train journey through the Swiss Alps to St. Moritz, lasting about 4 hours.
EUR60, 4h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Restaurant Engiadina, St. Moritz

Taste Swiss alpine cuisine with stunning mountain vistas.
CHF40, 1h30m

2:00pm

Explore St. Moritz town

Walk around the beautiful alpine resort enjoying the lake and shops.
Free, 2h0m

4:00pm

Return Bernina Express to Tirano

Scenic return train trip lasting approximately 4 hours.
EUR60, 4h0m

8:00pm

Dinner in Tirano or back at Tremezzo

Depending on arrival time, enjoy casual dinner locally or at hotel.
EUR30, 1h0m
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Day 7: Return to Milan & Departure

Lake Como to Milan, Italy on May 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast and check-out at hotel

Final breakfast at Lake Como before your journey back to Milan.
Included, 0h45m

9:30am

Bus/Taxi to Como San Giovanni train station

Transfer back to Como for train to Milan.
EUR15, 1h0m

10:45am

Train to Milan Centrale

Short train ride (~40 minutes) back to Milan.
EUR10, 0h40m

11:30am

Last-minute shopping or visit Pinacoteca di Brera

Explore Milan's famed art gallery or shop along Via Montenapoleone, gallery open 10am-7:30pm.
EUR15, 3h0m

2:30pm

Lunch at Eataly Smeraldo

Enjoy an array of Italian delicacies at this expansive food hall in Milan.
EUR30, 1h0m

3:30pm

Prepare for departure

Return to hotel or proceed to the airport/train station for onward travel.
Varies, Varies
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