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    Bellissima Northern Italy

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    $9,990 USD
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    Time of Year
    Apr - Jun, Aug - Oct
    Cities & Landmarks
    Milan, Venice, Bologna, Lake Como, Modena, Verona
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    EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

     

    TAUCK'S YELLOW ROADS – Picture-postcard settings await at every turn, dip and bend in the Italian Lakes region – tranquility perfected

     

    TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – A private recital at the Museo della Musica, housed in a church that dates back to the 10th century, located in the heart of Venice

     

    TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

     

    Private Lake Como and Lake Maggiore cruises featuring spectacular scenery & elegant villas

     

    A cooking class in Bologna; learn the secrets from a chef

     

    Tours & tastings in Modena; experience the art behind balsamic vinegar at the source and learn how Parmesan cheese is made

     

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    Most days involve walking in the 2–3.5-mile range (~4,000–7,000 steps), with frequent stairs, cobblestones, and standing for 90+ minutes. Activity is consistent across consecutive days, requiring stamina and balance throughout the itinerary.

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    Full days with little downtime. Select days may offer opt-out opportunities or lighter alternatives. Ideal for travelers who want to stay engaged, but with some room to pace themselves.

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    Along Europe's Scenic "Yellow Roads"

    "Romancing the senses" is an apt description for the experiences showcased on Bellissima Northern Italy... for the landscapes you'll see and the lifestyles you'll sample take you on a love affair with Italy.

    It starts with fashion and art in Milan. It continues during a private Tauck cruise across Lake Como to Bellagio and a boat ride to Isola Bella on Lake Maggiore. It captures your heart along the cobblestone streets of Verona, home to Romeo & Juliet... your taste buds at an agriturismo in the Franciacorta region and a cooking demo in Bologna (whose nickname is La Grassa, "the Fat One")... and all the senses in Venice, with visits by boat to some of the Venetian Islands and a private music recital, for Tauck guests only... Now that's amore, from pane to formaggio to vino... Read Less

    Feeding the Soul: An Appetite for Northern Italy

    Discover what a taste of Northern Italy can reveal…

    From saffron-hued risotto in Milan and Parmigiano Reggiano aging on wooden shelves to handmade pasta in Bologna and a perfectly pink Bellini in Venice, food has a way of telling the story of where it comes from. Eat your way through Northern Italy through a firsthand account that reveals how the flavors of a destination can tell stories of its landscapes, traditions, people – and the beauty found when you know where to look.

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    Introducing... Photo Journals!

    See our complete "Bellissima Northern Italy" photo journal over on our blog, The Taucker

    We hope you enjoy this Photo Journal filled with pictures of the incredible sights and unforgettable moments of one guest's travels on our "Bellissima Northern Italy" journey.

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    Cooking demonstration in Bologna

    Learn culinary secrets from a master chef at a cooking demonstration in Bologna

    From the famous meat-based Bolognese sauce (known locally as "ragù," and only served here atop the traditional pasta known as tagliatelle) to the original Bologna sausage (known the world over, often as "baloney") and much more in between, the ancient northern Italian city of Bologna has been renowned for its culinary traditions for centuries; gastronomic opportunities abound in this gourmet capital! Discover why the city's nickname is La Grassa ("the Fat One") firsthand when an early evening cooking demonstration by a master chef reveals some local culinary secrets...

    The Gritti Palace, Venice

    Where history and culture are met with renewed Venetian style

    A place of exceptional art and elegance, the majestic, recently restored Gritti Palace retains its reassuringly intimate and familiar feel. A former Doge's residence now known for its luxurious comfort, impassioned service, delectable culinary experiences and as an intimate haven for wellness, the Gritti is a reference point for the world's elite. After a meticulous restoration, the hotel's original wooden ceilings and entrance flooring, 18th-century wall lamps (hand-made in Murano) and more have been given new life... as the Gritti Signature Suite Collection showcases the hotel's rich historical past.

    Taste Your Way Through Modena

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    Parmigiano Factory Visit and the Art of Balsamic

    What better way to discover Italy than a visit (and tasting) of some of Italy's most notable edible offerings. Learn about the first-hand process of cheesemaking; from the milk delivery to the finished wheels during a visit to Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory in Modena, following the process from start to finish and enjoying a tasting along the way. Later, a guided visit reveals the art of balsamic making — an elaborate process of rendering grapes and decanting must into wooden barrels. Your visit here is memorable, as is the sampling of this aromatic staple of gourmet cooking aged from 18 to 25+ years!

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    Grand Hotel et de Milan

    Milan, Italy

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    Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees

    Lake Maggiore, Italy

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    Due Torri Hotel

    Verona, Italy

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    Grand Hotel Majestic - già Baglioni

    Bologna, Italy

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    The Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel

    Venice, Italy

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    The St. Regis Venice

    Venice, Italy

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