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Milan to Rome Explorer

A rail tour from Milan to Rome via the Ligurian Riviera, Cinque Terre and Florence.A rail tour from Milan to Rome via the Ligurian Riviera, Cinque Terre and Florence.
Milan to Rome Explorer

(South Route - Via Liguria Riviera and the Cinque Terre) Start your rail journey in Milan, renowned for being the fashion capital of Italy and one of the wealthiest cities in the country. A stylish metropolis, filled with high-end fashion stores, luxury boutiques and an impressive decadent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele shopping arcade, home to some of the biggest brands in fashion. A visit to the Duomo Cathedral is a must to either stop outside and admire the exquisite gothic architecture or step inside to witness the wonder of stain glass windows, imposing pillars and venture to the steepled roof to get a panoramic view over the city and bustling square below.

Your next stop will take you to Santa Margherita on the Liguria Riviera. A picture-perfect seaside fishing-village with a quaint promenade for watching yachts sail in and out of the harbour. Discover the pastel-colored houses of Portofino with its small cobbled square over looking the harbour adorned with delicious seafood restaurants or stop off at one of the colourful five villages of Cinque Terre in Sestri Levante, set amongst some of the most dramatic coastal scenery which has held UNESCO World Heritage status since 1997. Your rail tour will take you further north to discover Florence, the capital of Italy's Tuscany region. It is home to many masterpieces of Renaissance art and architecture, including The Uffizi Gallery exhibiting works of art by Botticelli and The Galleria dell'Accademia displays Michelangelo's 'David' sculpture. One of its most iconic sights is the Duomo, an impressive terracotta gothic style cathedral. Completed in 1436, the Duomo stands tall over the city proudly and houses some of the best mosaics in all of Italy. Florence also has a whole host of different sights to see, including the Boboli Gardens, the church of Santa Maria Novella, the Cathedral, the Bargello, the Ponte Vecchio, and the Pitti Palace. With so much in one place, it is easy to see why Florence attracts such a large number of visitors each and every year. No trip to Italy would be the same without a visit to its ancient capital, Rome where your rail journey ends. Once the centre of politics, the city today is a modern world built against an ancient backdrop, including the Colosseum, the Spanish Steps, St Peter's Basilica and the Vatican, home to Michelangelo's outstanding work of art, the Sistine Chapel. A visit to the famous baroque Trevi Fountain should not be missed and don't forget to throw a coin into the water to guarantee your return to Rome in the future. From here you will be transferred to the airport to catch your flight back home.

Number of Days
11
Itinerary Style

Custom-made / Private

Custom Dates /Fixed Dates
Custom Dates
Price
From £2,000 - £3,000, per person
Price Detail

Based on 2 travellers sharing

As this is a full tailor-made itinerary, pricing is available upon request and will vary depending on:

  • Travel dates
  • Choice of hotel
  • Group size
  • Board option
Price Includes

Based on 10 nights

Includes all train travel/transfers

Includes flights

Includes bed & breakfast

Price Does Not Include

N/A

* All compulsory taxes and fees are included in the total holiday price. Final price may vary depending on travel dates and selected option.

2 nights at Chateau Montford

2 nights at Grand Hotel Miramare

2 nights at Grand Hotel Villa Balbi

2 nights at Gallery Hotel Art

2 nights at Hotel Morgana

Includes:

All train trail on Italo trains and Trenitalia trains for shorter journeys along the Liguria coast

Travel by Prima Class - subject to availability

Optional:

Rail journeys can be tailored for shorter routes or arranged in reverse order

Boat tickets can be organised to Cinque Terre

A visit to the Lakes could be added to extend the length of the trip

Milan to Rome Explorer
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* All compulsory taxes and fees are included in the total holiday price. Final price may vary depending on travel dates and selected option.
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