Discovering Northern Italy With Cinque Terre | September 2027
10-Day Tour | Round Trip From Milan
September 10, 2027–September 19, 2027
Discover Northern Italy’s charm as you explore medieval hilltop villages, grand castles and cosmopolitan cities. From alpine towns beneath the soaring peaks to the colorful, pastel–painted homes of the Italian Riviera, the region invites you to experience its breathtaking variety.
Cruise the famed Cinque Terre coast, perfect your pasta–making skills, sip a classic aperitivo and dive into automotive history at the Ferrari Museum Maranello. This 10-day tour showcases the best of Northern Italy — its rich heritage, stunning scenery and unforgettable cuisine.
Call To Learn More
US/Canada: 800-579-6178
International: +44 1524 386423
Our hours of operation are Monday–Friday from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. ET.
Tour Snapshot
Stay
10 Days
9 Nights
Meals
9 Breakfasts
2 Lunches
7 Dinners
Activity Level
Activity Level: 2
Pace Level: On-the-go
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Travel Style
Motorcoach
Trip Information
Trip Highlights
- Cinque Terre cruise with a visit to Monterosso
- Hilltop village of Genoa
- Gabbiano Castle and wine tasting
- Fortress city of Lucca
- Parmesan, pesto and Modena balsamic vinegar tasting
- Make your own pasta class
- Chocolate tasting
- Authentic Italian dinners
- Giuseppe Verdi Theater
- Walking tours of Milan and Turin
- Castle of Montechiarugolo
- Rice terraces of Vercelli
Tour Inclusions
- 3- to 4-star hotel accommodations in Milan, Parma, Lucca, Genoa and Turin
- Daily breakfast and select lunches and dinners
- Balanced guided sightseeing and free time to explore
- Admission to included attractions and excursions as outlined in the itinerary
- Tour director, local guides and HGV host
- Tour motorcoach transportation with Wi-Fi
- Headsets throughout the tour
- All gratuities
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure days
Daily Itinerary
Day 1: Friday, September 10, 2027 | Arrive in Milan, Italy
Welcome to Milan. In the evening, meet your HGV host and fellow travelers for a welcome dinner, offering the perfect opportunity to unwind and connect before the journey begins.
Accommodations: TOCQ Hotel or similar
Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2: Saturday, September 11, 2027 | Milan Tour, Parmesan Cheese Tasting and Pasta Making Class
Day 3: Sunday, September 12, 2027 | Parma Tour, Modena, Ferrari Museum and Castle of Montechiarugolo
Designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy and a cultural hub for art and music, Parma is a small yet vibrant city with much to explore. Begin your day with a guided sightseeing tour highlighting the stunning Parma Cathedral, followed by free time to explore the cathedral, bell tower and baptistry at your own pace.
Next, journey to Modena, the birthplace of Enzo Ferrari and world’renowned for its production of Leonardi Balsamic Vinegar. Discover the history behind this artisanal product, produced from grapes grown on the surrounding hills, and enjoy a tasting. Then visit the Ferrari Museum in Maranello to immerse yourself in the evolution of the Ferrari brand through rare models, prototypes and Formula 1® icons.
Visit the Castle of Montechiarugolo and admire its rich frescoes, elegant Italian garden and impressive defensive walls.
In the evening, gather with your host and fellow travelers for dinner.
Accommodations: Starhotels Du Parc or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 4: Monday, September 13, 2027 | Lucca Tour and Free Time
Journey into the Tuscan region of Italy and explore the charming town of Lucca. This historic fortress city, surrounded by ancient walls, is home to Roman ruins and medieval towers.
Begin your visit with a guided walk through the historic center, then enjoy free time to explore at your leisure. Wander through Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, climb the bell tower of the Lucca Cathedral or simply soak in the relaxed Tuscan atmosphere.
In the evening, gather with your host and fellow travelers for a traditional Tuscan dinner.
Accommodations: Best Western Grand Hotel Guinigi or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 5: Tuesday, September 14, 2027 | Cinque Terre Scenic Boat Ride and Free Time
In the morning, travel to La Spezia and, weather permitting, take in sweeping views along a scenic ridge overlooking the cliffside villages of the Cinque Terre coast. Your scenic boat takes you to Monterosso, one of the five villages that make up the Cinque Terre region. Enjoy free time to explore before boarding a train for a picturesque ride through the region as you continue to Genoa.
In the evening, gather with your host and fellow travelers for dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodations: NH Collection Genova Marina or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 6: Wednesday, September 15, 2027 | Genoa — Pick Your Experience
Set between the Ligurian Sea and the Apennine Mountains, Genoa is an ancient city whose roots stretch back to pre–Roman times. It boasts Europe’s largest medieval historic center, lined with noble palaces and century–old shops. Food enthusiasts will want to sample the city’s iconic Pesto Genovese.
Your Pick Your Experience excursion lets you choose how to discover the city:
Option 1: Visit the Galata Maritime Museum. Your local guide will provide an introduction before giving you free time to explore its five levels and 31 galleries showcasing centuries of maritime history.
Option 2: Watch a local chef demonstrate how traditional Genoa pesto is prepared, then enjoy a tasting of the signature sauce along with an aperitif.
The evening is at your leisure.
Accommodations: NH Collection Genova Marina or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast
Day 7: Thursday, September 16, 2027 | Gabbiano Castle and Wine Tasting
In the morning, visit the historic Gabbiano Castle and vineyard in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. Savor a tasting of vintage wines before continuing north to Turin. Nestled in the scenic Piedmont region, Turin is known for its tree–lined boulevards, chic cafés, world–class museums and the Royal Residences of the House of Savoy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The afternoon is at your leisure.
In the evening, gather with your host and fellow travelers for a traditional Piedmont dinner, featuring a 4-course meal with drinks.
Accommodations: Starhotels Majestic or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day 8: Friday, September 17, 2027 | Turin City Tour and Free Time
Day 9: Saturday, September 18, 2027 | Vercelli Rice Factory, Risotto Lunch and Farewell Dinner
Day 10: Sunday, September 19, 2027 | Adventure Ends in Milan, Italy
Extend Your Vacation
Pre-Trip Extension: Nice And Monte Carlo Escape
For more details, please contact us.
Points for Travel
Any combination of permitted points and cash or credit card may be used towards a Hosted Trip vacation.
- HGVClub Members, Members of The Club, Embarc and Extraordinary Escapes Members, click here to learn more.
- Bluegreen Vacation Club Members, click here to learn more.
Trip Cost
From $6,599/£4,580 per person, based on double occupancy
Book by March 26, 2027, to secure your spot.
Single and triple accommodations may be available upon request; call for special pricing.
Call To Book Your Hosted Trip
US/Canada: 800-579-6178
International: +44 1524 386423
Our hours of operation are Monday–Friday from 9 a.m.–6 p.m. ET.
Terms and Conditions
HOSTED TRIPS POINTS FOR TRAVEL: Reservations must be booked by March 26, 2027. A nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit of $500/£375 per person is due at the time of booking. Final payment is due by June 4, 2027. Any combination of permitted points and cash or credit card is an applicable form of payment towards a Hosted Trip vacation. Point values applied under this benefit are subject to change and may vary based on tier level. All trips are subject to availability and will be conducted in English. All participants are required to sign the General Activity Release and Indemnification Agreement acknowledgement and to complete the Globus Guest Acknowledgement online process. Price is per person, based on double occupancy, land tour only, for the tour dates outlined above. Fares shown are in U.S. dollars and British pounds for new reservations only and are subject to availability. Prices, additional fees, itineraries and availability are subject to change without notice. Certain terms, conditions and restrictions may apply. Please call us at 800-579-6178 or +44 1524 386423 for additional information.
Hosted Trip package includes all Globus inclusions plus: select meals; one ticket per paying passenger for included excursions noted in the itinerary which may require an extra waiver to participate and have other restrictions/qualifications based on height, age and weight; on-tour motorcoach transportation; gratuities for the Globus tour director, tour guides and drivers; applicable taxes; and airport transfers. Milan arrival transfers are included on the tour start date of September 10, 2027, and Milan departure transfers are included on the tour end date of September 19, 2027, provided that Guest arrival and departure flight or alternative travel details are received at least 90 days prior for domestic travelers and 120 days prior for international travelers before tour commencement. Not included: airfare to/from Milan; airline baggage fees; airport or departure taxes; travel insurance; car rental; gratuities for hotel housekeepers; alcohol, beverages and food outside the contracted Globus or shore excursion menu as presented at a dining venue; optional excursions; and all other items of a personal nature.
Tour activities in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions. This tour requires navigating stairs to board the Cinque Terre train which may pose a challenge to Guests with physical limitations or reliant on mobility devices such as wheelchairs. When visiting religious landmarks, sacred sites or places of worship, it is important to dress modestly and respectfully; it is customary to cover shoulders, chest and knees; a head scarf may be required for women; hats or headbands may need to be removed. Alcoholic beverages are only available to travelers who are 18 years or older. Hotels may differ from those listed by the tour provider, but the accommodations selected are of equivalent standard. Your hotels will be available in your final documents approximately 2-3 weeks prior to departure. No compensation is provided for alternative hotel stays not listed in the tour provider’s documentation.
A passport valid for six months past the trip’s end date is required for all Guests. ETIAS will start operations in the last quarter of 2026. Travelers may be fined or detained for buying counterfeit goods, defacing historic monuments and using aerial drones. Entry requirements may vary for passport holders from other countries. Entry visas for other nationalities may be required. Visa requirements are subject to change at any time. International visitor entry requirements are subject to change at any time. In addition to passport and visa requirements, some countries may have additional requirements. U.S. citizens please refer to the travel.state.gov website for additional information and non-U.S. citizens please refer to your country’s authority. It is the responsibility of the traveler to obtain and pay for all required entry documents prior to travel. Any requirements imposed by countries visited or travelled through are the responsibility of each traveler, and Great Vacation Destinations, Inc. cannot be held responsible for failure to comply or qualify for entry.
PICK YOUR EXPERIENCE: One excursion per person unless otherwise noted. No refunds on unused excursion(s). At least one excursion choice will be included at no additional cost; some excursion choices will be available with a surcharge beginning at $50. Excursion choices will vary based on the tour and specific excursion details will be available 60–90 days prior to the tour departure date. Tour providers may require an extra waiver to participate and have other restrictions/qualifications (“Qualifications”) based on height, age and weight. Failure to meet applicable Qualifications may result in ineligibility for this offer with no credit or refund issued. Visiting and participating in excursions in this region may be subject to favorable weather conditions. Inclement weather and/or other factors beyond the control of the tour operator may result in excursion cancellation such that this benefit will be lost and not substituted or replaced and no credit or refund will be issued.
GLOBUS: This is a Globus provided tour being sold by Great Vacation Destinations, Inc. Please visit Globus’ website for full terms and conditions.
GREAT VACATION DESTINATIONS, INC. (GVD) is a full-service travel agency that is a Seller of Travel providing vacations to Hilton Grand Vacations Members and Guests located at 6355 Metrowest Blvd., Suite 180, Orlando, Florida 32835. GVD is a licensed Seller of Travel in Washington registration no. 602-283-711; Fla. Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST37755; ARC registration no. 15-72225-4; and California registration no. CST# 2068362-50 (registration as a Seller of Travel does not constitute approval by the State of California). Void where prohibited or restricted by law and/or where state registration requirements have not been met.
