Scenic and Scintillating Northern Italy

Shop in the Fashion Quarter and the Navigli Neighborhood

Milan is home to the most prestigious designers and renowned fashion labels in the world. There's a bedazzling concentration of luxury shops around via Montenapoleone. If you like shopping, you've come to the right place. The "quadrilatero" is the heart of the shopping area, and consists of four streets: Via Montenapoleone, Via della Spiga, Via Manzoni and Corso Venezia. Your local JayWay contact will recommend several places to visit in this area, both shops and eateries, and can also recommend places in another area known for its vintage fashion.

Best of Milan: The Last Supper, Duomo & City Small Group Tour

Visiting The Last Supper is a complicated affair. Located on a wall inside a convent, the mural was long neglected, leading to some damage that authorities are now attempting to undo. As a result, limits have been set on visitors. Only 30 people are allowed inside the climate-controlled room at any time and they may only stay for 15 minutes, after waiting in an air-locked room beforehand. This has made Last Supper tickets highly sought after to say the least! With this tour, you don't have to worry about securing tickets in advance - we've taken care of that for you!

With pre-reserved, skip-the-line tickets we guarantee that you’ll visit The Last Supper on our Best of Milan tour and you’ll do so with a highly knowledgeable guide at hand to help you get the most from this special visit. You’ll get a rundown on the painting before you enter, so you’re ready to make the most of your time.

As you move around the room with your guide and small group, admiring its incredible depth and perspective, you'll learn about the characters in the painting and how Leonardo da Vinci became one of the most renowned painters in history. You’ll probably only see this masterpiece once in your lifetime (particularly since it’s disintegrating at such an alarming rate) so make it count!

The last stop of the day is a special one – the Duomo. The largest church in Italy. It took almost six centuries to complete, but it was worth every moment.

Your guide will teach you about the history of this great structure from the Duomo square; pointing out different architectural features and characters you may not have noticed on your own. Then take you inside to learn more about the space up close.

Our Best of Milan Tour shines a light on those special places that make Milan a city like no other. With groups of only 15 people or fewer throughout, your experience will be intimate, while your local tour guide will be easy to chat with.

Find Trendy Aperitifs with a Vintage Fiat 500

Milan is where the modern Italian obsession with "aperitivo" was born. That's when most of the local bars prepare a rich buffet with finger food to go with their drinks. The out-of-center area of Navigli is a local favorite but your hotel reception can point you in the direction of places closer by too. We recommend venturing around and exploring, or using a local guide for a tasty tour. You could even ride in a cute Fiat 500 to attract the envious eyes of passers-by. Navigli is also an artsy neighborhood with many art studios and little galleries hidden down side streets well worth exploring by day too.

Don't Forget Your Bathing Suit!

Swimming in Lake Como is a very popular activity for locals. Every village has a favorite spot, sometimes equipped with showers and a snack bar. We recommend avoiding the southern shores of the lake, where the water is more stagnant. Instead you can use a local “lido,” which generally has private swimming pools and a bar or restaurant. Your local JayWay contact will recommend several places to visit.

Lake Como Sightseeing Hike

What better way to enjoy the sights of the wonderful Como Lake than with this moderate yet stunning hike? You will start and end your adventure from the town of Cernobbio. Once crossing the citadel, you will visit the secluded "Valley Garden" near the famous Villa D'Este mansion. Hiking uphill from there on the old mule track, you will enjoy the stunning views of the lake while heading to the Moltrasio stone quarry. After a stop at a breathtaking panoramic point, you will continue to Ravenna, a typical settlement village where the buildings almost all made out of stones. From here, your walk will continue downhill on secluded woods with chestnut trees and creeks before returning to the starting point back in Cernobbio. You can take an optional break halfway through or near the end of the tour for lunch and snacks. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the many panoramic views along the way!

A Gourmet Day on the Northern Shores of Lake Como

For those interested in the many tasty traditional delicacies and robust wines from this region, we recommend a tour with an expert local guide combining tastings with a visit to the less-frequented (but truly magnificent) northern shores of Lake Como.

Hop Across the Border

Lake Como is very close to Lugano and the scenic Swiss Alps, which you can explore in a splendid day trip with a private driver. En route to meet with your driver, you'll ride the Bernina Express, which follows the highest train route in Europe, past alpine glaciers.

Welcome to Venice!

Enjoy Venice from the very start! Depending on your preference, this can be a relaxing or active time. After that, enjoy an aperitif with a view of the Grand Canal at Erbaria (Rialto), where there are many bars with outdoor seating. Finally, dinner in one of the many restaurants in the Rialto area will definitely make your first evening in Venice a perfect one. If you arrive full of energy and ready to explore, head to the Zattere area and enjoy a stroll along the canal up to Punta della Dogana, where you can admire the view of San Marco and the Grand Canal. The walk to Santa Maria della Salute church is pleasant, and you can take the traghetto (a big gondola) to cross the canal.

First Time in Venice Private Tour

Discover Venice with this unique walking tour, which unfolds through the elegant Piazza San Marco, surrounded by the governmental buildings of the ancient Republic. You'll see the beautiful Saint Mark church, then stroll through the Castello district including the large campo Santa Maria Formosa. The square of San Giovanni e Paolo will be your next stop. Before reaching Rialto you'll pass by the Marco Polo house. From the top of the famous Rialto bridge you'll encounter all the splendours of the Grand Canal.

In the Footsteps of the Doges

The Doge's Palace is a stunning palace built in Venetian Gothic style and one of the most conspicuous landmarks in Venice. Situated on the Grand Canal, the palace opened as a museum in 1923. The Doges were the rulers of Venice, elected for life by the aristocracy of Venice. As you'd expect the Doge's Palace is sumptuously decorated, as befits the ruler of one of the world's most important powers of the medieval era.

Private Gondola Ride

A gondola ride is a classic part of the Venetian experience. Your experienced gondolier will give you a new perspective on the city, coasting along the narrow canals that are synonymous with this magical place.

Venetian Tapas and Wine Tours

You're in Italy so good food isn't too far away if you know where to look. One of our favorite ways to get to know a city is by taking a food tour. We can highly recommend taking part in these small group tours and getting your culinary bearings set with an afternoon sampling cicchetti, Venetian tapas, accompanied by wine at Venice's best Bacari, traditional wine bars.

Lagoon Premium Group Tour - Burano Wine Tasting and Murano Glass Making

Apart from Venice itself, the Venetian Lagoon is dotted with tiny gems of islands and this incredible tour shows you around the charms of the two most known among them: Murano and Burano. In the company of your small group, you'll enjoy a relaxing ride on a private boat, indulge in an exclusive wine tasting, and be amazed by a private glassmaking demonstration within the walls of a beautiful old church.

Grand Canal Private Tour with Stops at Murano and Burano

Explore Venice by water with a private boat tour along the Grand Canal, led by a knowledgeable crew sharing insights into the city's history and legends. Immerse yourself in Venetian culture by visiting Murano for a mesmerizing glass-blowing demonstration and Burano to experience its vibrant, colorful streets.