- Day 1
MILAN
Welcome to Milan, Italy’s glamorous fashion capital and the vibrant heart of Lombardy. Your Tour Director greets you at Malpensa Airport and escorts you to your first-class hotel. After a brief orientation, the remainder of the DAY is yours to relax, unwind, or enjoy your first taste of Milanese style—perhaps a stroll past chic boutiques or an espresso in a lively piazza.
- Day 2
MILAN | TURIN | SORDEVOLO
After breakfast, embark on a panoramic tour of Milan, viewing iconic landmarks including the legendary La Scala Opera House and the spellbinding Gothic Duomo, one of Europe’s architectural masterpieces. Continue by motorcoach to Turin, Italy’s first capital— a city of royal avenues, elegant palaces, and deep spiritual heritage. Visit the Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista, home to the revered Shroud of Turin. While the original relic is displayed only on rare occasions—typically during years when the Sordevolo Passion Play is held—an exact replica may be viewed in nearby venues and at the Shroud Museum. Journey onward to Biella, the charming Piedmont town nestled amid green hills and just minutes from Sordevolo. Dinner is served at your hotel or a welcoming local restaurant. (B,D)
- Day 3
SORDEVOLO
Experience a profound journey of faith as Sordevolo brings to life an epic reenactment of the Passion of Christ, from Palm Sunday to the Resurrection. Set against Italy’s Sacred Mountains, this powerful open-air spectacle features more than 400 local residents, transforming the village into a moving, lifelike reconstruction of Jerusalem in 33 A.D. (B)
- Day 4
SORDEVOLO | ASSISI
Travel through scenic Tuscany to Assisi, the peaceful Umbrian town of Saint Francis. Visit the renowned Basilica of Assisi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn its rich history as you explore the town’s charming main square and cultural treasures. Check into your hotel and enjoy a relaxing evening at leisure. (B)
- Day 5
ASSISI | ROME
After breakfast, depart for Rome. This afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica, where you’ll stand beneath Michelangelo’s breathtaking Sistine Chapel ceiling and admire his sublime marble Pietà. (B)
- Day 6
ROME
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore Rome’s hidden alleys, grand piazzas, and irresistible trattorias. This evening, gather with your fellow travelers for a special farewell dinner featuring wine, music, and the lively spirit of Trastevere, one of Rome’s most iconic and charming neighborhoods. (B,D)
- Day 7
ROME TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
This morning you are taken to the airport for your return flight home. (B)
(B) Breakfast - (L) Lunch - (D) Dinner
Experience the soul of Italy on a remarkable journey that begins in stylish Milan, where grand boulevards, designer boutiques, and iconic landmarks set the tone for your adventure. Explore regal Turin, home to the revered Shroud, before continuing to the enchanting village of Sordevolo to witness its extraordinary once-in-five-years Passion Play, performed by over 400 locals in a moving reenactment of Christ’s final days. Travel through the rolling hills of Tuscany to peaceful Assisi, birthplace of Saint Francis, and wander its timeless stone streets and magnificent UNESCO-listed basilica. Arrive in majestic Rome, where the treasures of the Vatican—including Michelangelo’s transcendent Sistine Chapel and his iconic Pietà—await your admiration. Enjoy time to sav...
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