Absolute Luxury Northern Italy

Day 1  Venice  
Arrive into Venice where you will transfer by private water taxi to your hotel. On arrival, enjoy an alfresco dinner on the terrace (open seasonally from April – October) with stunning views over the Grand Canal. Once a palazzo for Italian nobility, The Gritti Palace features opulent furnishings and exceptional art, demonstrating the property’s rich past.  

Day 2  Venice  
There is arguably no better way to take in the beauty of Venice than with a private Grand Canal tour, included in your package. Enjoy the peaceful boat trip, drifting past some of the most iconic symbols of the city and meandering through some of the smaller canals for an entrancing journey past historical Venetian houses.  

Day 3  Venice  
Take a trip to the most iconic Venice landmarks with your included day tour, featuring skip the line admission at popular sites. Start at the impressive St Mark’s Basilica, followed by the Gothic-styled Doges Palace, once the seat of the Venetian government. Later, see the centuries-old glass-making process at Murano and stop off at Burano on your return to explore and photograph the island’s brightly coloured streets.  

Day 4  Milan  
Today, take a private water taxi to Venice train station to board your train to Milan. On arrival, transfer to the Park Hyatt Milano. Converted from an 18^th Century palazzo, your stylish hotel is next door to the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and only a five minute walk from Milan Cathedral and La Scala.  

Day 5  Milan  
Admire the architectural wonders of Milan on your included day tour, taking in splendid landmarks such as Sforza Castle, Piazza della Scala, and the famous Via Dante. Included in your tour, view one of the world’s most celebrated artworks, Da Vinci’s ‘The Last Supper’, with commentary from your art historian guide.  

Day 6  Milan  
Start today with a visit to the spectacular cathedral. Wonder inside to admire the intricate details of the building, which took over 600 years to complete. In the afternoon, why not embrace Milan’s reputation as a fashion capital with a visit the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, known for its high-end boutiques as well as famous luxury designer outlets?  

Day 7  Rapallo  
After savouring an Italian espresso, transfer to Milan train station to board your train to Rapallo. Enjoy a few nights at one of Italy’s most well-known retreats, the Excelsior Palace Portofino Coast. Oozing elegance and charm, and with panoramic views over the Ligurian Sea, a stay here will make for the most special end to your trip.  

Day 8  Rapallo  
Start today at the hotel’s grand breakfast restaurant, which features unrivalled views across Rapallo harbour. Afterwards, lounge by the hotel’s spacious infinity pools, taking a refreshing dip as day warms up. In the afternoon, opt to visit Sanctuary of our Lady Montallegro, nestled on the hillside, or instead, soar above the city and watch the sun set from the Rapallo Montallegro Cableway.  

Day 9  Rapallo  
Today, why not join a boat tour of the Italian Riviera coast, absorbing the views from crystal-clear waters, perhaps stopping by Portofino, or some of the picture-perfect towns of Cinque Terre? On your return, enjoy exquisite cocktails at the hotel’s wood-panelled yachting bar.  

Day 10  Pisa  
Pick up some final souvenirs, before boarding your train from Rapallo to Pisa to connect onto your onward flight.