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Northern Italy Travel Guide

From the canals of Venice to the terraced vineyards of Piedmont, the alpine waters of the Lake District to the French boulevards of Turin, Northern Italy features natural and cultural luxury and glamour. Snowcapped mountains create endless thrills with winter slopes and alluring hiking destinations in summer. The cuisine blends the typical Mediterranean ingredients with quintessential French, Swiss, and German flavors. Roman ruins, Venetian palaces, and Genovese culture permeate the land and sea, stretching to the country’s northern borders. Our Northern Italy Travel Guide can give you more information on when to visit, where to go, and much more during your trip.

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    The trip was excellent. Zicasso’s tour operator handled our special request and situation very well. They were very responsive and helpful.

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