MILAN-FLORENCE-VENICE LUXURY WINTER 2026 ADVENTURE PACKAGE (16-DAY)

In this morning's tour, we will cover two must-see highlights of Milan.  It's perfect for those on a tight schedule because it takes only four hours.   

Let's start with a visit to Santa Maria delle Grazie, a Renaissance jewel where Leonardo collaborated with Donato Bramante, another artist of note. In the church, you can see Leonardo's Last Supper, a work of art that exemplifies perspective and realism.   

Afterward, head to the heart of the city and admire the Duomo, the city's grand cathedral. Built by the Visconti family in 1386, the cathedral was completed by Napoleon in 1805 and is today the third-largest church in the world. You can also explore the nearby Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, one of the world's first Art Nouveau arcades and one of the world's first glass vaulted shopping arcades. In Milan, the Galleria is considered 'the living room of the Milanese'. (4 hours, driver and guide)    

Important: Please note that your visit to see the ‘Last Supper’ is always subject to availability and it is not possible to confirm entry until one week prior to the date of the visit.  

Then, you can take a three-hour walking tour to discover the secrets of Milan's fashion world. Explore Milan's internationally renowned fashion district, the Quadrilatero della Moda - a district of style and elegance. The most stylish boutiques along Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga feature some of the world's most prestigious brand names. As part of your tour, your guide will also tell you about Piazza San Fedele and Via Manzoni, and explain the elegant architecture in the area. (3 hours, expert fashion guide and private transfers)   

Accommodation: Hotel Sina de la Ville (upgradeable to Four Seasons)

Today you will travel to Lake Como by private vehicle where you will enjoy a 3-hour cruise on a luxury motorboat with a local guide. From the water, you can see the villa of the famous American actor George Clooney, who lives in Laglio.   

The boat will take you to Bellagio, where you can admire the lovely gardens of Villa Balbianello from the water. After a day of sightseeing, spend a couple of hours relaxing in the picturesque village of Bellagio. Here you can soak up the atmosphere as you stroll along the esplanade with outstanding views of the lake and surrounding mountains. Then, come back to your private vehicle to return to Milan.     

Accommodation: Hotel Sina de la Ville (upgradeable to Four Seasons)

Verona will host the closing ceremony of Milan Winter Games.   

In the morning, you are transported by private vehicle to your hotel in Verona. While en route, visit the sparkling area of Franciacorta, Italy's "champagne" district.    

This region has a long tradition of making still wines that dates to at least Virgil and Pliny the Elder, and is documented in the Brescia City Council books as "Franzacurta" as far back as 1277. It was Guido Berlucchi who introduced the "Franciacorta" brand in 1957 with a delicate white wine named Pinot di Franciacorta. In 1961, the vintage yielded 4,600 bottles of sparkling wine, also sold as Pinot di Franciacorta, thanks to an ambitious young winemaker working for Berlucchi named Franco Ziliani. You will be guided through the cellars of one of the wineries in the region, followed by a tasting of the wines.Following your tasting, enjoy lunch at your leisure before driving to your hotel in Verona.     

Accommodation: Due Torri Hotel (2 nights)  

This morning, you will be picked up and transferred to the station to catch your train to Florence. On this journey (1 hour 45 minutes approximately), you will benefit from A&K's Concierge Rail service.

Our exclusive Concierge Rail Service is designed to ensure you have the most enjoyable experience. The Guardian Angel helps you with your luggage as well as seating on your reserved business-class seats. When you arrive in Florence, your driver will be waiting at the train station to welcome you and direct you to your private vehicle. 

Get an insider's introduction to Italy's favorite Renaissance city - Firenze (Florence). Find out about feuding painters, Medici rulers, and religious fanatics who left their marks on the city. You will fall in love with Medieval and Renaissance Florence as you stroll through its maze of backstreets and marvel at its artistry. During your guided tour, you will visit Florence's most famous sites, such as Duomo - the city's most famous cathedral and its iconic dome (seen from outside), Ponte Vecchio - Florence's oldest bridge, and Piazza della Signoria - the Uffizi Gallery and Palazzo Vecchio. Lastly, you will visit the Uffizi Gallery itself. Here you can see Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Leonardo da Vinci's Annunciation. During your exploration, enjoy an Italian coffee with freshly-baked pastry, gelato or granita.  (4 hours, walking guide).   

Accommodation:  Hotel Plaza Lucchesi  (5 nights)  

The expert chef will meet you at your hotel at 10.00 a.m. to lead you on a pleasant stroll through the streets of Florence to visit some small "bottegas" or artisanal stores. This is where the chef will purchase ingredients for your 4-course cooking class. During this class, you will cook everything from scratch. This includesudes a classic Florentine appetizer, homemade fresh pasta with a sauce of the day, the main course with meat selected from a local butcher, and a chocolate soufflé. You can enjoy wine while you learn about the cooking process. At last, you can enjoy the meal you helped prepare paired with delicious wine.  (4 hours, private chef) 

The remainder of your day is at leisure.  

Accommodation:  Hotel Plaza Lucchesi    

Experience Michelangelo's most iconic monuments as your guide take you around the city. Visit Galleria dell' Accademia and see the world's most celebrated statue, David. This famed statue was carved by Michelangelo as a young boy from a single block of local Carrara marble. It is a colossal 17-foot nude inspired by the biblical hero who was renowned for killing Goliath. The next stop is the Church of San Lorenzo and the Medici cchapels. Hereyou will find the colorful Chapel of Princes and the New Sacristy with Michelangelo's statues Dawn and Dusk and Night and Day. At the church of Santa Croce, you'll find Michelangelo's tomb, Machiavelli's, and Galileo's. There are stunning frescoes created by Giotto and Taddeo Gaddi inside. Besides offering many leather boutiques, Santa Croce is a vibrant and popular neighborhood. (4-hour guided tour).     

Head out of Florence today into the Chianti countryside. Tuscany is renowned for its glorious views, eminently drinkable wines and the simplicity of its mouth-watering cuisine. Today's half-day tour takes in the famous Chianti area, which is often considered the most beautiful in the whole region. As you gaze across the countryside, soak up the rich panorama comprising rolling hills and hilltop towns, many of which are encircled by Etruscan walls and slender cypress trees. See the charming hamlets and farmhouses, as well as fortified villas and castles that symbolise the conflict that tore Tuscan communities apart in the Middle Ages.   During your tour, stop in some of the delightful hilltop towns and enjoy a private wine tasting in the historic heart of the Chianti region. (4 hours, driver-guide)    

Accommodation:  Hotel Plaza Lucchesi   

Discover the most celebrated landmarks in the Floating City today with a private guide. Indulge in the splendor and opulence of what was once the center of political power in Venice; the Doge's Palace features lavish frescoes, majestic staircases, and intricately-gilded stuccowork, which reveal the splendor of this era. Continue to the stunning Byzantine-style St. Mark's Basilica, which dates back to the 9th century AD. Some of St Mark's treasures, such as the beautiful bronze horses, came from the Crusades and Constantinople. Incredibly, the basilica's mosaics would cover 1.5 football fields! When you step back into St Mark's square, you can enjoy the lively atmosphere and admire the 98.6-meter (323-foot) Campanile and the handsome Clock Tower designed by Paolo Uccello. (4-hour walking tour)    

There is a long-established Venetian tradition of taking breaks throughout the day (especially at the end of the day) and before the evening meal (around 6 p.m.). After dinner, Venetians head to a local wine bar, called a baraco, where they enjoy an ombra (small glass of wine) and tasty ciccheti. On this evening's tour, your guide accompanies you to some of these local haunts, where you can taste local wine or spritz accompanied by mouth-watering crostini (tiny bite-size slices of toasted bread served with a variety of toppings). Venetian style baccalà (salt cod pâté), spicy meatballs, fried vegetables, and marinated seafood are just a few of the highlights. It is a Venetian ritual for catching up with friends, and after the cicchetti auction has ended, the orchestras on the main square play until late. (Up to 4 hours of guided walk)  

 Accommodation: Splendid Venice