Milan Discovery Experience

Upon arrival in Milan, make your own way to the hotel and check in (an optional transfer service is available). In the evening, meet your private guide at the hotel for a walking tour starting at 17:00. Explore the impressive medieval Sforza Castle, once home to Milan’s ruling family and now housing several museums and art collections. Then visit the magnificent Duomo Cathedral, the largest church in Italy and a stunning example of Gothic architecture. Take a moment to count the more than 3,200 statues adorning its roof and façade before entering to admire the interior. Afterward, step into the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II shopping arcade, where you can browse or shop at your leisure. Overnight in Milan.

After breakfast, join a small group tour to see Leonardo da Vinci’s renowned Last Supper. With your skip-the-line ticket, you’ll have guaranteed access and a full 15 minutes to appreciate this iconic fresco. The painting captures the moment Jesus reveals one of the Apostles will betray him, portraying each disciple’s reaction with remarkable emotional depth. This is a truly unique experience and a highlight of any visit to Milan.In the afternoon, discover Milan from a different perspective with a typical aperitivo in the vibrant Navigli district. Accompanied by a local guide, explore the lively neighbourhood while sampling street food and enjoying a selection of wines, cocktails and beers. Taste expertly crafted cocktails made with spirits that have shaped Milanese and Italian drinking culture. You’ll also try gourmet stuffed potatoes, innovative pizza cones, and finish with gelato – a perfect way to round off the experience. Overnight in Milan.

After breakfast, we depart Milan by air-conditioned coach for a full-day excursion to Lake Como and Lugano. In just one hour, we arrive in Como, where you have free time to explore the historic centre and browse the local boutiques. We then enjoy a one-hour cruise on Lake Como, taking in the elegant lakeside villas and spotting Villa d’Este at Cernobbio, a grand hotel set within lush tropical gardens sustained by the mild Mediterranean climate. Returning to Como, we take a panoramic coach ride along the lake’s edge, admiring the stunning scenery before crossing into Switzerland to reach Lugano. Upon arrival, you have free time for lunch and to explore the city’s most fashionable areas, including Via Nassa—a former net-weaving street now known for its stylish shops—and the lakeside Casinò Lugano. We return to Milan in the evening for your overnight stay.

After breakfast, enjoy your final morning in Milan. If time allows, take a last stroll to bid farewell to the city or fit in some last-minute shopping. Transfers to the airport or train station can be arranged as an optional extra.