Northern Italy Tour with Turkish Airlines, Summer Season, 3 Nights 4 Days, 2027
Day 1: Istanbul – Milan
We will meet at 05:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the Istanbul New Airport International Departures Terminal. After completing check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Milan on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1873 at 08:15. Upon arrival in Milan at 09:30 local time, we begin our panoramic city tour with our private bus. During the Milan city tour, Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Duomo Cathedral, and the city's famous fashion district will be viewed panoramically. Following the guide's commentary, free time will be provided in the city center. Guests who wish may join the Como Lake & Towns Tour or the Milan Masterpieces Tour, organized as extras by the guide. After the tour, we proceed to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Como Lake and Towns Tour €40 per person
Nestled at the foot of the Alps, with its crystal-clear waters and postcard-perfect landscapes, we invite you to discover one of the world's most popular lake destinations, Lake Como. With its elegant villas, historic stone houses, and charming towns lined along the lakeshore, Lake Como is one of Italy's most captivating regions. Throughout the tour, we enjoy pleasant walks through the beautiful towns surrounding the lake, closely exploring historic squares, narrow cobblestone streets, and the colorful life along the waterfront. You can shop in unique boutiques specific to the region, savor an Italian coffee or gelato against the lake view, and capture unforgettable photos amidst breathtaking scenery.
Extra Tour: Milan Masterpieces Tour: €30 per person
We begin our enjoyable walking tour to discover hidden gems. First, we visit Piazza Mercanti, a square noted for its elegant architecture and historic atmosphere, where we explore structures dating from the Middle Ages to the present day. Next, we visit San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore Church, one of Milan's oldest churches. Known as "Milan's Sistine Chapel," this impressive building captivates visitors with its interior entirely adorned with frescoes. Continuing our walk along Via Dante, one of the city's most stylish avenues, we get a close look at daily life in Milan. We then arrive in the Brera District, known for its art galleries, cafes, and historic charm. In Brera, one of Milan's most characteristic neighborhoods with its narrow cobblestone streets, art studios, and boutique shops, we are given free time. Guests who wish may spend a pleasant time enjoying Italian coffee or go shopping here.
Day 2: Milan – Pisa – Florence – Montecatini
After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Florence. Along the way, guests who wish may join the Pisa Tour organized by the guide. Florence, historically recognized as the birthplace of the Renaissance and a city that shaped European art and intellectual history, is not only one of Italy's most important cultural centers but also one of the world's. Under the patronage of the Medici family, this city became a hub where many geniuses such as Dante Alighieri, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo Buonarroti, and Botticelli were born and created their masterpieces. It has also played a pioneering role throughout history in banking, textiles, and the arts, and once served as the capital of the Kingdom of Italy.
During our city tour, we will see some of Florence's masterpieces combining Gothic and Renaissance architecture, including Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral (Duomo), the Baptistery with its impressive facade, and Giotto's Bell Tower. We will also visit Signoria Square, considered the political and historical center of the city, featuring Palazzo Vecchio (Signoria Palace) and the Loggia dei Lanzi adorned with statues. Other highlights include Uffizi Square, home to world-famous art collections; Ponte Vecchio Bridge, a historic and elegant structure spanning the Arno River; Piazza della Repubblica, which blends the city's historic and modern fabric; and San Lorenzo Market, famous for its local products. At the end of the tour, transfers to our hotel will be arranged. Upon arrival at the hotel, we check into our rooms and spend the night.
Extra Tour: Pisa Tour €50 per person
We visit the Piazza dei Miracoli (Square of Miracles), listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and considered one of Italy's most iconic squares. From outside, we will view the world-famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, the magnificent Pisa Cathedral, and the Baptistry with its impressive architecture. After the guide's engaging commentary, we will have time for photography and to explore the square individually. Please note that entrance fees to the interiors of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and other buildings are not included in the tour price unless otherwise specified in the program.
Day 3: Florence – Venice
After breakfast at the hotel, we head towards Venice. Guests who wish may join the Verona Tour organized by the guide along the way. After the tour, we proceed to Venice. From Tronchetto port, the final stop for vehicles, we take a vaporetto to the historic island. After a pleasant vaporetto ride, we disembark near St. Mark's Square, the historic center of the city, and begin our tour among the canals. This city, free of motorized vehicles, has replaced cars like police cars, ambulances, garbage trucks, and municipal buses with boats. During our walk along Riva degli Schiavoni (Riva degli Schiavoni), one of Venice's iconic spots, we will view the Bridge of Sighs (Ponte dei Sospiri), San Giorgio Maggiore Island, the exterior of the Doge's Palace, and two historic pillars symbolizing the city's entrance. After the walk, we reach St. Mark's Square, the heart of Venice and one of its most magnificent squares. Following the guide's brief commentary, we provide a photo break and free time for you to explore this enchanting atmosphere and take beautiful photos. Guests who wish may join the Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour, organized as an extra, to explore Venice's historical and cultural richness more closely. After the tour, we have free time before heading to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Extra Tour: Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour €40 per person
We explore Verona, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. During the walking tour, we will view Piazza Bra, Arena di Verona, Piazza delle Erbe, Piazza dei Signori, the Scaliger Tombs, and Juliet's House with its famous balcony from the outside. After the guide's commentary, free time will be provided to explore the city's historic streets, go shopping, or take a short break.
Extra Tour: Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour €50 per person
We learn about the historical and architectural features of St. Mark's Basilica, one of Venice's most important landmarks, and discover the significance of St. Mark's Square as the political and religious center of the Venetian Republic for centuries. Then, we receive detailed information about the Clock Tower (Torre dell'Orologio), the Campanile (Bell Tower), and the Doge's Palace, continuing our walk through historic streets that bear witness to Venice's past. Further along the tour, we navigate through narrow canals, secret passages, and historic squares that reflect Venice's enchanting atmosphere, exploring the area around Rialto Bridge and Rialto Market, one of the city's important trade points from the past to the present. We have the opportunity to observe the lively atmosphere of this area up close and capture beautiful photos reflecting Venice's unique texture. We crown our Venice experience with the gondola tour, one of the most enjoyable and unforgettable parts of our program. Gliding through historic channels in traditional gondolas, we discover the city's unique architecture and romantic atmosphere from a completely different perspective. This special tour, where you will closely experience Venice's enchanting atmosphere interwoven with history, art, architecture, and romance, offers a discovery filled with unforgettable memories.
Note: The gondola ride is conducted according to standard operations in Venice, using gondolas with a maximum capacity of 5 people, shared based on the number of participants.
Day 4: Venice - Milan – Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel and checkout procedures, we head towards the airport. Guests who wish may join the McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Tour organized by the guide along the way. After the tour, we arrive at the airport, complete check-in and passport procedures, and depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1896 at 15:20. Upon arrival in Istanbul at 19:15 local time, our tour concludes with the hope of meeting again at another of our events...
Extra Tour Price
Como Lake & Towns Tour €40
Milan Masterpieces Tour €30
Pisa Tour €50
Romeo & Juliet Love City Verona Tour €40
Venice Masterpieces & Gondola Tour €50
Total €210
Discounted Full Extra Tour Package: €180
Important Information
*The 15% full package discount is valid only when all extra tours are purchased as a package.
*Extra tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the start of the tour or during the tour via our regional guides.
*Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be processed for purchased extra tours.
*Guests not participating in extra tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping mall, or a safe point determined by the guide, depending on the tour's operation. They will be picked up from the same point at the end of the tour and rejoin the group.
*The order, content, and visiting hours of extra tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on weather conditions, official authority regulations, and operational requirements.
*A minimum number of participants is required for extra tours to take place. If sufficient participation is not achieved, the tour may be cancelled or an alternative program may be implemented.
City 3* and 4* Hotels Etc. (Two example hotel names are given for each city)
Florence Park Hotel Moderno 3* Vb. // Hotel Terme Pellegrini 4*Vb.
Venice Le Calandre 3* Vb. // Roy Hotel 4* Vb.
Milan Hotel Esperia Rho 3* Vb. // Cosmo Hotel Palace 4*Vb.
What's Included
• Round-trip economy class air tickets on the Istanbul – Milan / Milan – Istanbul route with Turkish Airlines
• Airport taxes
• Panoramic city tours of Milan, Florence, and Venice
• A total of 3 nights in 3* and 4* hotels located 20–40 km from the city centers: 1 night in Milan and surroundings, 1 night in Florence and surroundings, and 1 night in Venice and surroundings; all with bed and breakfast concept
• Professional Turkish-speaking guide services throughout the program
• Transportation via luxury tour buses and all intercity transfers specified in the program
Not Included
• Foreign exit tax
• Schengen visa service and visa fee
• Personal travel health insurance
• All personal expenses
• Extra services obtained at hotels
• Lunch and dinner meals and beverages consumed during meals (unless otherwise specified)
• Mandatory service fee of 50 Euro per person covering city taxes (City Tax) and local taxes that may arise within the program, Vaporetto fees, checkpoint fees, local guide services, Venice city entry tax, handling (operational) fees, bus entry fees, and other operational service costs; this amount will be collected in cash by the tour guide prior to the tour departure.