One-Week Marvels of Milan for Seniors

Santa Maria delle Grazie, church and convent in Milan

What to expect on this itinerary

Created specifically for seniors, this 7-day tour explores the depths of Milan’s art, history, fashion, and food. From the grand Milan Cathedral to the famous La Scala Opera house, see all of the city’s highlights and immerse yourself in the culture with explorations of the city’s fantastic shopping scene and unrivaled art. Book your trip and experience the best of Milan with this 7-day tour.

Countries Visited

Italy

Places Visited

Milan

Suggested Duration

7 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Milan – Show at La Scala Opera House

Milan is an intriguing city that is full of historical highlights. Your 7-day journey will begin when you land at Malpensa Airport on the first day. A driver will greet and transfer you to your luxurious accommodation, where you will have some time to relax after the long flight. When you are ready, your guide will lead you on a tour of La Scala Opera House. La Scala Opera House dates back to the 18th century. Once your tour concludes, you will take your seat in the auditorium and be treated to a live opera performance.

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Day 2

Milan – Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie

Day 3

Milan – Brera Art Gallery and Sforza Castle

Day 4

Milan – Boat Ride 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 and view a live opera performance
  • Witness Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper painting during a visit to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie
  • Visit the Milan Cathedral and admire the incredible city views from its rooftop
  • View an amazing collection of art, including paintings by greats such as Raphael, at the Brera Art Gallery
  • Cruise around Lake Como in a boat and pass cliffside towns and villages
  • Shop at Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and discover the best of Milan’s stores and boutiques
  • Enjoy an excursion to the Valpolicella area and taste multiple wines at an authentic winery

Detailed Description

Milan is a captivating city, and your 7-day journey will begin when you land at Malpensa Airport. For your first evening, you will tour La Scala Opera House before attending an opera show. The following day, you will explore some of Milan’s other iconic sites. A guide will lead you on a tour of the Milan Cathedral and the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie. At the latter location, you will have the chance to view Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper painting.

The next morning, you will tour the Brera Art Gallery and Sforza Castle. The Brera Art Gallery is home to an extensive collection of masterpieces. The age-old Sforza Castle will be equally impressive. The following day, you will visit the gorgeous Lake Como area. The lakeside city of Como is incredibly charming, and a private boat ride around the lake will prove to be amazing.

Milan is known as 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. After you learn a little about the mall’s history, you will enjoy several hours to shop at its stores and boutiques. The nearby neighborhood is known as the Golden Rectangle and will provide another chance to shop for Italian goods. The next morning, you will indulge in a trip to the Valpolicella area. Valpolicella is known for its wines, and you will tour an authentic winery and taste multiple local wines. After this memorable experience, you will return to Milan for one more night.

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.

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