Designed specifically for senior travelers in mind, this 7-day tour of Milan will immerse you in the city’s art, history, fashion, and food. From the Milan Cathedral to the La Scala Opera house, witness many of the city’s iconic highlights. Excursions to the idyllic Lake Como and Valpolicella areas conclude this amazing trip. Book your tour today and explore the best of Milan.
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Milan – La Scala Opera House & Show
Milan is an intriguing city that is full of highlights and a bustling business world. After landing at Malpensa Airport, your guide will greet and transfer you to your accommodation. After you have had some time to settle in, your guide will lead you on an engaging tour of the La Scala Opera House. The opera house dates back to the 18th century, and its gold accents and velvet furnishings will fascinate you. Once your tour concludes, you will take your seat in the auditorium and be treated to a live opera performance.
What's Included:
Day 2
Milan – Iconic Landmarks
Day 3
Milan – Brera Art Gallery and Sforza Castle
Day 4
Milan – Cruise on Lake Como
Day 5
Milan – The Best of Milan’s Shopping
Day 6
Milan – Winery Tour and Tasting
Day 7
Milan – Departure
Trip Highlights
- Explore La Scala Opera House to view a live performance where famous singers have graced the stage
- Witness Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper painting during a visit to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Visit the Milan Cathedral and admire the sweeping views from its rooftop
- View an amazing collection of art, including paintings by Raphael, at the Brera Art Gallery
- Cruise around Lake Como in a private boat and pass by stunning cliffside towns and villages
- Shop at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which is Italy’s oldest shopping mall, and discover the best of Milan’s stores and boutiques
- Enjoy an excursion to the Valpolicella area, which is known for its delicious wines, and taste multiple blends at a winery
Detailed Description
Milan is a captivating city and the perfect destination for a week-long trip. Your 7-day journey will begin when you land at Malpensa Airport. Your first tour will lead you to the La Scala Opera House, where you will have the chance to watch a live opera show. The following day, you will explore some of Milan’s other well-known attractions. A private guide will lead you on a tour of the Milan Cathedral and the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie. The highlight of your visit to this UNESCO World Heritage Site will be the chance to view Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper painting.
The next morning, you will venture to the Brera Art Gallery and Sforza Castle. The Brera Art Gallery is home to a large collection of masterpiece paintings. The age-old Sforza Castle will be equally impressive, and you will witness the Rondanini Pietà, which was Michelangelo’s last sculpture. The following day, you will visit the unrivaled Lake Como area. The lakeside city of Como is charming, and a private boat ride around the will be relaxing and wonderful.
Milan is known as being the fashion capital of the world, and the following day, you will explore some of the best of Milan’s shopping scene. First, you will visit Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which is Italy’s oldest shopping mall. Then, you will enjoy several hours to shop at its amazing stores and boutiques. The nearby neighborhood, known as the Golden Rectangle, will provide another chance to shop for Italian goods. The next morning, you will transfer to the Valpolicella area. Valpolicella is known for its wines, and you will tour a winery and taste multiple wines. After this memorable experience, you will return to Milan for your final night. The next day, you will fly home.
Starting Price
$3,200 per person (excluding international flights)
Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.
What's Included
The starting price is based on travel during the low season for a minimum of two travelers staying in shared 3-star accommodations. Please inquire for a custom trip quote based on your travel preferences and travel dates.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
4.9 stars based on 5894 reviews.
The overall trip was great. The weather was terrific and the countries we visited had so much to see. Zicasso's tour company did a good job of balancing relaxation with fun. Each of the guides we had was so pleasant and shared so much information with us. They were very attentive to our needs.
Reviewed By Nisha V.
Wow, where to begin. This trip was an absolute dream.
When I first spoke to Zicasso’s travel consultant, I told her my main travel concern: traveling with nine- and 15-year-old boys as a single mom in Italy. I was excited to take the trip with them, but I really needed something that was meticulously planned to take away the nerves of having to navigate alone with two kids. She listened and executed the most beautiful trip.
She planned activities that captured the attention and imagination of a fourth grader and a teenager. And the experiences were unique. Probably the highlight of the trip was a truffle hunt with the hunter and his dog in the countryside outside of Florence. My oldest wants to move to Florence and start hunting! We had a personalized cooking class, a private Vespa tour of Rome, and a delicious and informative art and food tour, among other amazing experiences. As we were sending photos back home, I got so many requests for our itinerary because it was so special and unique. Both boys were hard-pressed to choose which part they liked best.
The hotels she selected were beautiful, comfortable, and right in the heart of the cities and attractions we wanted to see. When we encountered a small hiccup (by our hotel, not our travel agent), I contacted her and she responded right away, getting us a free room upgrade and free dinner! We felt very taken care of.
Aside from the amazing activities and locations we saw, the trip was fantastic because everything was so seamless. We always had a private driver arranged, pre-booked train tickets, and even someone to make sure we made it on time for our flight home. I never had to worry about a thing. It was also telling that every tour guide we interacted with had only glowing things to say about our travel agent and her keen attention to detail and organization.
If you're planning on visiting Italy, this travel company is the travel agency you need to select. It takes any of the stress and guesswork out of the travel process, and all you have to do is show up and enjoy.
Thank you so much! You helped us make some amazing memories!
Stephanie
Reviewed By Stephanie S.
This was possibly the best vacation we have ever taken. A fitting trip to mark our 25th anniversary, we will remember our days in Positano and Sorrento forever. Everything was perfect and the service and support were extraordinary.
Zicasso's travel specialist and the other people were always super-helpful and friendly. The hotels they chose for us in particular were exactly what we wanted. I can’t think of a single issue. Transport, transfers, etc., were perfect. The only bad part was that we had to return to normal life afterwards! We highly recommend our travel company to anyone! Grazie mille!
Reviewed By Mauro A.
We had a fantastic time and Zicasso's tour operator did an excellent job organizing every detail of our trip. Drivers and guides were always punctual, and the itinerary was perfectly balanced—full days, without ever feeling rushed.
Some real highlights for us were Herculaneum, the Pantheon, the Vatican, and our unforgettable Capri boat tour. Our guide brought Pompeii's history to life in a way that made it feel like stepping back in time and the Naples street food tour was delicious and nostalgic—her pizza fritta instantly took me back to the calzones I grew up with in Niles, Ohio. Our driver was with us for several days and made every transfer feel effortless.
There was a small hiccup at the very end with a trip planner, but it was minor compared to the overall quality of the trip. The organization, communication, and attention to detail throughout made this a truly memorable experience and we wouldn’t hesitate to book with this tour agency again. We had a fantastic time and the tour company did an excellent job organizing every detail of our trip.
Reviewed By James T.
I want to give a huge shoutout to Zicasso's trip coordinator. She was our coordinator through WhatsApp. She was always available, provided quick solutions and documents whenever we needed them. Given a few airline delays, we needed to adapt our itinerary rapidly and she always came in clutch.The itinerary was put together very fast, as we approached this travel company six weeks before our desired travel dates. We had an amazing time and all the activities were tailored to our interests. We would highly recommend them for any Italy travel.
Reviewed By Brad B.
It was very good and lived up to our expectations.
Reviewed By Sarpreet B.
