Milan, Como, Piedmont, and Emilia-Romagna. Luxury itinerary

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  • Duration:7 days 6 nights
  • Tour Type:Auto tour, Cultural and thematic tours, Gastronomic tours
The program can be organized fully or partially depending on the clients' wishes.
The number of days can also vary based on the clients' preferences.
The cost of the guide and driver services, as well as accommodation in hotels, is available upon request.
Tastings and entrance tickets are paid on-site.
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Highlights

  • Milan and the legacy of Da Vinci
  • Quadrilatero della Moda
  • Lake Como and historic villas
  • Truffle hunting in Langhe
  • Alba and Piedmont wines
  • Modena and the world of Ferrari

Itinerary

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Day 1. Milan

Day's program:

  • Piazza Duomo and the Cathedral
  • Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
  • La Scala and Piazza Mercanti
  • Royal Palace, Sforza Castle, and Sempione Park
  • San Bernardino alle Ossa and unusual places in Milan
  • Serravalle Designer Outlet (optional)

Description:

This day is dedicated to an initial acquaintance with Milan, its historic center, and iconic addresses.

The route begins at Piazza Duomo and passes through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, La Scala theater, Piazza Mercanti, and the Royal Palace.

Then the program continues at Sforza Castle and Sempione Park, with stops at San Bernardino alle Ossa, the 'wedding' fountain, and other unusual spots in the city.

Optionally, instead of a walk, a full day of shopping at Serravalle Designer Outlet can be organized with private transfer and an assistant.

Day 2. Milan: Art and Classics

Day's program:

  • Alternative tour of Milan
  • Santa Maria delle Grazie and Early Christian Basilicas
  • Interactive Museum of Leonardo da Vinci (optional)
  • Pinacoteca di Brera, Pinacoteca Ambrosiana, or Museo del Novecento
  • Franciacorta (optional)

Description:

This day reveals Milan through an alternative route, museum culture, and the legacy of Da Vinci.

The program starts with the Devil's Column, the Ticinese Gates, Santa Maria delle Grazie, and Early Christian basilicas, with the option to include the interactive Museum of Leonardo da Vinci.

In the afternoon, a museum route is possible with a choice between Brera, Ambrosiana, Museo del Novecento, Triennale, GAM, or Fondazione Prada.

Optionally, instead of the museum block, a trip to Franciacorta for a tasting of 'Italian champagne' can be organized.

Day 3. Fashion and Gastronomy

Day's program:

  • Quadrilatero della Moda
  • Via Montenapoleone and Via della Spiga
  • Prada, Gucci, Armani, Dior boutiques
  • Meeting with young designers (optional)
  • Serravalle Designer Outlet (optional)

Description:

This day is centered around fashionable Milan and its main luxury district.

The route goes through Quadrilatero della Moda with Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga, and boutiques of leading houses, where the city reveals itself as the capital of style and design culture.

Upon request, the program can be supplemented with a meeting with young contemporary designers and visits to their boutiques.

An alternative could be a full day of shopping at Serravalle Designer Outlet with private transfer and an assistant.

Day 4. Lake Como

Day's program:

  • Como
  • Historic Center and Waterfront
  • Boat ride on the lake
  • Optional activities on Lake Como.

Description:

The day is dedicated to Lake Como, its historical center, and the panorama of ancient villas.

First, the route passes through Como, where ancient gates, the cathedral, cozy streets, and the waterfront help to see how the city has developed from Roman times to the era of European nobility.

Then, there is a boat ride on the lake, during which panoramic landscapes, villas, and small villages along the shores are revealed.

If desired, the program can be supplemented with a gastronomic boat tour, wine tasting, a flight on a seaplane or helicopter, horseback riding, or rock climbing.

Day 5. Piedmont: Truffles and Alba

Day's program:

  • Transfer to Piedmont
  • Truffle hunting in Langhe
  • Alba
  • Gastronomic lunch with truffle (optional)

Description:

The day reveals Piedmont through Langhe, truffles, and Alba — one of the main gastronomic centers of the region.

First, the program takes place in the forests of Langhe, where you will hunt for white truffles alongside an experienced truffle hunter and dogs.

During the walk, you will learn about the characteristics of different types of truffles, their seasonality, searching rules, and gastronomic pairings that are particularly valued in Piedmont.

Then, the day continues with a stroll through Alba, which can be complemented by a gastronomic lunch featuring truffles, a glass of Barolo, and an introduction to local products if desired.

Day 6. Modena: Gastronomy and Ferrari

Day's program:

  • Transfer to Modena
  • Historic center of Modena
  • High-level gastronomic route (optional)
  • Ferrari Museum and test drive of Ferrari or Lamborghini (optional)

Description:

The day is dedicated to Modena — a city where gastronomy, engineering culture, and historical architecture blend particularly harmoniously.

During the walk, the route passes through the cathedral, the Ghirlandina tower, Piazza Grande, the covered market, the Ducal Palace, the Luciano Pavarotti Theater, and other key points of the historic center.

Modena unfolds through the history of Ferrari, the tradition of balsamic vinegar, and the gastronomic heritage of Emilia-Romagna.

If desired, the day can be enhanced with a route featuring Lambrusco, Parmigiano Reggiano, Prosciutto di Parma, and Aceto Tradizionale, and for supercar enthusiasts — a visit to the Ferrari Museum and a private test drive.

Day 7. Departure

Day's program:

  • Free morning
  • Private transfer to the airport

Description:

The final day is dedicated to concluding the program and departing from Milan.

After a free morning, a private transfer to the airport will be organized.

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