Milan is a city that is on the cutting edge of the modern fashion and business world, yet is rich in history and culture. Experience it all during an exciting and immersive 7-day, family vacation to this magnificent city. Enjoy unparalleled views of Milan from the roof of its cathedral, visit ancient Sforza Castle to explore its multiple museums, and get a chance to view Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece painting of the Last Supper. A day trip to stunning Lake Como and a private food tour...
Customizable Itinerary
Day 1
Milan – Tour of Milan Cathedral
The city of Milan is an excellent destination for families to explore its rich history, art, fashion, and food. You will arrive at Malpensa Airport to begin your exciting family vacation in this magnificent city. A private transfer will bring you to what will be your home base for the next week where your luxurious hotel will be located in the heart of the city. After checking in, you will soon be greeted by a local guide who will lead your afternoon tour of the Milan Cathedral. Located in Piazza del Duomo, which is the main square, the impressive cathedral is one of the largest churches in the world. The sheer number of detailed statues and spires on the cathedral will amaze you. You will also appreciate the stunning stained-glass windows that decorate the church as well as the multiple altars and gorgeous marble floor. The highlight of the trip to the cathedral will certainly be your visit to the rooftop. This unique experience will allow you to walk alongside the remarkable statues and marble pinnacles for an up-close look at their amazing intricacy. Everyone in the family will enjoy the picturesque views of Milan from the top of the cathedral. In the evening, you can indulge in your first dinner in Milan as you and your family continue to begin exploring this fascinating city.
What's Included:
Day 2
Milan – Tour of Sforza Castle and Parco Sempione with Pasta Making Experience
Day 3
Milan – A Day of Leonardo da Vinci
Day 4
Milan – Day Trip to Lake Como with Boat Ride
Day 5
Milan - Visit Natural History Museum and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Day 6
Milan - Private Family Food Tour of Milan
Day 7
Milan – Depart for Home
Trip Highlights
- Venture to Milan’s Cathedral to see its amazing statues and views of the city from the rooftop
- Indulge in an exclusive pasta making experience at a local culinary school
- Marvel at Michelangelo’s last sculpture during a tour of Sforza Castle
- Witness Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supper painting during a visit to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
- Bask in a serene and relaxing boat ride around beautiful Lake Como
- Shop at the famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II mall and explore high-end boutiques
- Sample some of Milan’s best food on a private food tour
Detailed Description
You and your family will arrive at Milan’s Malpensa Airport to begin a fantastic weeklong vacation. Over the course of seven days, you will see Milan’s top attractions and share unique family experiences. Your private transfer will first lead you to your centrally located, luxury accommodation before a local guide starts a private tour of Milan’s beautiful cathedral. You will especially enjoy ascending to the rooftop of the cathedral for an up-close look at its gorgeous statues where you can witness sweeping views of the city. The second day of the trip will feature a visit to Sforza Castle. With various museums, the castle will have something to interest everyone in your family. The scenic park that is located next to Sforza Castle, Parco Sempione, is a great place to relax before you partake in your private pasta making class later in the day. You will learn the art of Italian pasta making from a professional chef as you make your own dough and then indulge in your homemade pasta during a memorable family dinner.
A riveting day is centered around the great Leonardo da Vinci, which will highlight day three. First, you will see the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie where you will tour the ancient church, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list, before being led into the dining hall, known as the refectory. It is here that you set your eyes upon a true masterpiece: Leonardo da Vinci’s Last Supperpainting. You will marvel at the details and emotions that Leonardo was able to create and will quickly see why it is still so cherished to this day. In the afternoon, you will travel to the Leonardo da Vinci National Museum of Science and Technology. The whole family will enjoy viewing display of da Vinci’s inventions and some of his original sketches. Day four will feature an amazing trip to nearby Lake Como. Here, a local guide will provide a tour of the city’s historical highlights before you embark on a private boat tour around the lake. You will enjoy magnificent views of gorgeous waterfront mansions and villages as you cruise around one of the world’s most sought after and breathtaking lakes.
On day five of your trip, you will delight in a combination of history and shopping during a visit to the Natural History Museum. In the morning, you will explore a multitude of exhibits and displays that cover 23 rooms. Then, in the afternoon, you will go to one of the oldest shopping malls in the world, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, where you will have several hours to roam around its luxury boutiques. Scents of perfume and Italian leather will fill the air, and all of the best names in fashion will be at your fingertips. You will be sure to find a great souvenir in one of the shops. Day six will feature an exclusive and private family food tour around Milan. First, your family will stop in a salumeriaor meat shop to sample cured meats before heading to a local restaurant to try some of Milan’s staple dishes. You will savor the creamy risotto alla Milanesebefore the culinary tour continues to a bakery. The scent of freshly baked bread will fill your noses as the freshly baked pastries delight you. On the morning of day seven, a private transfer will lead you back to Malpensa Airport for your return flight home. You will feel content knowing that you and your family shared fantastic food and experiences together in addition to creating lifelong memories during your unforgettable week in Milan. Consider learning more about our travelers’ best Italy travel experiences by reading their Italy travel reviews.
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
- Accommodations
- In-country transportation
- Some or all activities and tours
- Expert trip planning
- 24x7 support during your trip
Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.
Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service
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Zicasso’s travel company was wonderful in planning our trip on short notice and in line with our requests and preferences. Their suggestions of what to do and where to stay were perfect. And when we accidentally got off on the wrong island, the travel company quickly got us new ferry tickets to get to the right place. It was all seamless.
Reviewed By Sherry G.
This trip was the greatest week of our lives! Everything planned was better than I could have imagined. The private drivers being coordinated behind the scenes made the trip so easy and removed all the stress of trying to navigate a new country. Every driver and our tour guide was so nice and I feel like we made friends with all of them.
My favorite part of the trip was definitely the cooking classes and that every tour was private and intimate for my wife and I. The connections Zicasso’s travel agent hooked us up with made the trip the most memorable experience. Our travel agent and the travel company took special care of all the tiny details of the trip; our hotel knew it was my birthday and had a special surprise for me! I’m beyond thankful for the perfect honeymoon they provided my wife and I.
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The accommodations and private tours were worth the extra money. Our drivers were professional and helpful.
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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!
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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.