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Explore Italy’s evocative regions as you travel from Milan to Rome
Discover regional delights and stunning scenery along the way. Cruise on Lake Como, stay in a dreamy Italian castle, stroll the romantic canals of Venice and explore the idyllic villages of the Cinque Terre. Discover the fairytale ‘town of towers’ San Gimignano. Indulge in local Tuscan delights, walk beautifully preserved medieval towns and of course stay on the Amalfi Coast.
About Albatross
Operating tours in Europe since 1995, Albatross Tours offers the widest range of European Christmas, New Year and Winter small group tours, plus a distinctive European Summer tour program, all designed specifically for Australian and New Zealand travellers. With tour itineraries created exclusively to be enjoyed at a leisurely pace with two to five-night stays, Albatross offers small group tours with a maximum group size of 28. Fully inclusive sightseeing, with no optional costs, you’ll stay in authentic style accommodation in superb locations and centrally located city hotels. See more and experience more with our longer stays, quality leisure time and hand-selected experiences. When you travel on an Albatross European tour, you will receive better value for money, genuine inclusions, and unique itineraries, designed for a true holiday experience.
Inclusions
Travel in a first-class air-conditioned touring coach
Welcome drink on Day 1
29 meals including breakfast daily (B) and 12 evening meals (D)
A complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink with all included dinners
Hotel porterage of 1 bag per person (where available)
17 nights specially selected hotel accommodation
Free WiFi at most hotels (where available)
Personal audio system whilst on tour (where available)
ALL tips for your Tour Manager, Driver and Local Guides
Local guides as described in the itinerary
Fully escorted by an experienced Tour Manager
Hand Selected Albatross Experiences including private boat rides on Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Venice, cruises in Cinque Terre and Capri, plus olive oil tasting in a Tuscan farmhouse
ALL excursions, scenic drives, sightseeing and entrances as described
Highlights
4 nights in the Italian Lakes
2 nights in an Italian Castle
5 nights in Tuscany
3 nights on the Amalfi Coast
Lake Como, Venice, Florence, Pisa, Cinque Terre, Pompeii
Itinerary
Day 1 – Stresa Welcome
Stay: La Palma Hotel, Stresa, Lake Maggiore Meals: D Meet in central Milan at 2.00pm before transferring to the beautiful lakeside town of Stresa on Lake Maggiore, where you'll spend the next four nights. This evening, enjoy a welcome drink before dinner and meet your Tour Manager and fellow travellers.
Day 2 – Villa Carlotta & Lake Como Cruise
Stay: La Palma Hotel, Stresa, Lake Maggiore Meals: B, D Travel to Tremezzo to visit the world-famous Villa Carlotta, renowned for its magnificent Italianate gardens overlooking Lake Como. Continue with a private cruise across the lake to picturesque Bellagio, passing elegant lakeside villas along the way. Enjoy free time to explore this charming village before returning to Stresa for dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 3 – Macugnaga & Orta San Giulio
Stay: La Palma Hotel, Stresa, Lake Maggiore Meals: B Journey into the Italian Alps to the mountain village of Macugnaga, nestled beneath the towering Monte Rosa massif. Enjoy free time to explore or take an optional cable car ride for spectacular alpine views. Later, visit the charming lakeside town of Orta San Giulio on romantic Lake Orta before returning to Stresa.
Day 4 – Islands of Lake Maggiore
Stay: La Palma Hotel, Stresa, Lake Maggiore Meals: B Cruise to the Borromean Islands, beginning with Isola Bella and its magnificent palace and Italian gardens. Continue to picturesque Isola Pescatori, where you'll have free time for lunch and to wander its quaint laneways before returning to Stresa for a leisurely afternoon.
Day 5 – Lake Garda & CastelBrando
Stay: Hotel CastelBrando, Cison di Valmarino Meals: B, D Travel east to beautiful Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake, surrounded by citrus groves and colourful lakeside villages. Enjoy free time for lunch before continuing to the magnificent CastelBrando, your home for the next two nights.
Day 6 – Venice Sightseeing & 'My Time'
Stay: Hotel CastelBrando, Cison di Valmarino Meals: B, D Travel to Venice and board a private boat to St Mark's Square. Join a local guide for a walking tour, including a visit to the magnificent Doge's Palace. The remainder of the day is yours to wander Venice's enchanting canals, bridges and hidden laneways at your own pace.
Day 7 – Montecatini Terme, Tuscany
Stay: Hotel Ercolini & Savi, Montecatini Terme Meals: B, D Journey south into Tuscany and arrive in the elegant spa town of Montecatini Terme, where you'll stay for the next five nights. This evening, enjoy dinner at a traditional Tuscan olive oil farmhouse estate.
Day 8 – Florence Sightseeing & 'My Time'
Stay: Hotel Ercolini & Savi, Montecatini Terme Meals: B, D Discover the Renaissance city of Florence with a local guide, taking in the Duomo, Piazza della Signoria and the renowned Accademia Gallery, home to Michelangelo's David. Spend the afternoon at leisure to explore Florence's cafés, boutiques and historic streets.
Day 9 – Lucca, Pisa & Tuscan Farmhouse
Stay: Hotel Ercolini & Savi, Montecatini Terme Meals: B, D Explore the medieval city of Lucca before travelling to Pisa, where a petit train takes you to the Piazza dei Miracoli to visit the Cathedral, Baptistery, Camposanto and the famous Leaning Tower. Later, enjoy olive oil tasting, Tuscan wines and a light dinner featuring the farm's own produce.
Day 10 – Cinque Terre
Stay: Hotel Ercolini & Savi, Montecatini Terme Meals: B, D Cruise along the spectacular Cinque Terre coastline, visiting the colourful villages of Portovenere and Monterosso before returning to Levanto by train.
Day 11 – 'My Time' in Tuscany
Stay: Hotel Ercolini & Savi, Montecatini Terme Meals: B Enjoy a full day at leisure. Return to Florence, relax in Montecatini Terme, visit a local spa, or simply unwind with a coffee or glass of wine while soaking up the atmosphere.
Day 12 – San Gimignano, Siena & Spoleto
Stay: Hotel Dei Duchi, Spoleto, Umbria Meals: B, D Travel through Tuscany, visiting the medieval hill town of San Gimignano before enjoying free time in Siena. Continue into Umbria to the charming town of Spoleto, where you'll stay for the next two nights.
Day 13 – Assisi & 'My Time' in Spoleto
Stay: Hotel Dei Duchi, Spoleto, Umbria Meals: B Join a guided tour of Assisi, including the Basilica of St Francis, before returning to Spoleto for a leisurely afternoon to explore its cobbled streets, cafés and historic landmarks.
Day 14 – Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast
Stay: Reginna Palace Hotel, Maiori Meals: B, D Visit the remarkably preserved ruins of Pompeii with a local guide before continuing to the Amalfi Coast. Spend the next three nights in Maiori, the perfect base for exploring this spectacular coastline.
Day 15 – Capri
Stay: Reginna Palace Hotel, Maiori Meals: B, D Cruise to the beautiful island of Capri, where you'll tour Anacapri and visit the Gardens of Augustus overlooking the iconic Faraglioni rocks. Enjoy free time to explore Capri's boutiques and cafés before returning to Maiori.
Day 16 – Amalfi & Ravello
Stay: Reginna Palace Hotel, Maiori Meals: B Cruise from Maiori to Amalfi before enjoying free time to explore. Later, visit the hilltop village of Ravello, famed for its breathtaking coastal views, elegant gardens and charming piazzas. Return to Maiori for a relaxed evening.
Day 17 – Villa Adriana & Rome
Stay: Best Western Premier Hotel Royal Santina, Rome Meals: B, D Visit UNESCO World Heritage-listed Villa Adriana in Tivoli before continuing to Rome. This evening, celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 18 – Rome
Stay: Best Western Premier Hotel Royal Santina, Rome Meals: B Your Italian adventure concludes after breakfast.
Itinerary is subject to change.
Dates/Pricing
Tour Dates
Twin share from
Solo from
31 March – 17 April 2027
$13,839 pp
$16,139 pp
21 April – 8 May 2027
$13,839 pp
$16,139 pp
5 May – 22 May 2027
$14,339 pp
$17,139 pp
12 May – 29 May 2027
$14,839 pp
$17,639 pp
19 May – 5 June 2027
$14,339 pp
$17,139 pp
26 May – 12 June 2027
$13,839 pp
$16,139 pp
1 September – 18 September 2027
$14,839 pp
$18,139 pp
15 September – 2 October 2027
$14,339 pp
$17,139 pp
22 September – 9 October 2027
$14,339 pp
$17,139 pp
29 September – 16 October 2027
$14,339 pp
$17,139 pp
6 October – 23 October 2027
$13,839 pp
$16,139 pp
*Advertised pricing is per person twin share and is based on the 31 March, 21 April, 26 May and 6 October 2027 departures. Prices include all applicable discounts where stated. Correct as of 4 August 2026 and subject to change and availability.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
