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Food and Wine of Northern Italy with The Sophisticated Life

11 days

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Two words to sum up northern Italy? Great. Food.

Eating isn’t just a part of the daily grind here—it’s a full-on art form. Stand beside the masters in their kitchens, farms, and wineries and learn the ins and outs of the region’s knockout delights. From Amarone wines in Valpolicella to fresh-cooked tagliatelle in Bologna, prepare to indulge in the best the region has to offer on this Food & Wine Tour.

Your tour package includes

  • 9 nights in handpicked hotels
  • Breakfast daily
  • 2 lunches
  • 5 dinners with beer or wine
  • 2 wine tastings
  • 3 food tastings
  • 1 cooking class
  • 5 sightseeing tours
  • Expert Tour Director & local guides
  • Private deluxe motor coach

Included highlights

  • Turin’s Palazzo Madama
  • Alba truffle hunt
  • Piazza Maggiore market
  • Pasta-making class
  • Valpolicella wine tasting
  • Verona Arena
  • Prosecco wine tasting
  • St. Mark's Basilica

Itinerary

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Day 1: Travel day

Board your overnight flight to Milan today.

Day 2: Arrival in Milan

Included meal: Welcome dinner

Welcome to Italy! Get to know your Tour Director and fellow group members at tonight’s welcome dinner.

Hotels

We handpick every hotel to strike the balance of comfort, location, and local charm. Specific accommodations will vary based on your departure date, but these are frequently used hotels for this tour and we're confident you'll be satisfied.

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Turin - NH Torino Lingotto Congress

This upscale hotel is located in the Lingotto area, south of Turin's city center. Guests enjoy a tropical garden, rooftop jogging area, bar and restaurant. Nearby, you'll find Turin Olympic Stadium, Parco del Valentino, and...

Art Hotel Orologio

This boutique hotel is located in Piazza Maggiore of Bologna. Guests enjoy bike rentals, a buffet breakfast, and happy hour at the bar. Nearby, you'll find Basilica di San Petronio, Piazza Maggiore, and Biblioteca Salaborsa.

Villa Quaranta Tommasi Wine Hotel & SPA

This relaxing hotel is located in the Verona Countryside in Pescantina, Italy. Guests enjoy the indoor and outdoor pools, thermal spa, and wine tastings. Nearby you’ll find the Aldegheri SRL winery, several shops and restaurants.

Venice - Hotel Giorgione

This charming hotel is located in the Cannaregio district in central Venice. Guests enjoy a private courtyard, pool, and billiards area. Nearby, you’ll find the Rialto Bridge, St. Mark’s Square, and Doge’s Palace.

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Flights

Round-trip flights are one more thing we handle to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our team of travel experts will find the best flight itinerary for you at a competitive rate, thanks to our partnerships with top airlines.

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  • Airport transfers at your destination
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  • 24/7 support from our dedicated service team
  • Options for arriving early, staying longer, or requesting an upgrade
  • Flexible rebooking options if your tour itinerary changes

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Turin, Italy

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Bologna, Italy

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Verona, Italy

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Venice, Italy

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Milan, Italy

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Modena, Italy

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