Italy's Classic Cities - Cal Alumni Association

Duomo Cathedral of Florence, Italy

Italy’s Classic Cities

November 06 - 21, 2025

Length: 16 days

Region(s): Europe

Activity Level: Activity indicator paw

Type: Land, Small Group Tours

Savor art, history, culture, and cuisine in this captivating journey to a collection of Italy’s classic cities: cosmopolitan Milan; Verona, the “little Rome;” Bologna, with its medieval charm and culinary delights; Renaissance-tinged Florence, and the Eternal City of Rome. Add a pleasing combination of guided touring and ample free time – and it’s magnifico!

Operated by Odysseys Unlimited

Tour Highlights

Explore the world capital of design and fashion: Milan. Here, visit one of the world’s largest Gothic cathedrals and glass-ceilinged Galleria Vittoria Emanuele II.
Enjoy a private boat cruise on Lake Como.
Take the funicular up to Bergamo.
Stop in Verona, setting of Shakespeare plays, and take a guided walking tour and enjoy a wine tasting.
In Bologna, enjoy time on your own and a walking tour to see Basilica di San Petronio, Piazza Maggiore, and the main shopping district.
Travel to Florence, “cradle of the Renaissance,” where you’ll visit the historic city center, Giotto’s Bell Tower, and the Galleria dell’Accademia.
Journey to Rome, with time to experience the iconic Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum.
Continue in Rome for a 2-day “Rome – On Your Own” post-tour extension.

If you would like to view a digital copy of this trip’s brochure, please click on the words “Digital Brochure” under Additional Resources (follows directly below Itinerary at a Glance) on this webpage.

* Cal lecturer’s participation cannot be guaranteed and is contingent upon a minimum number of paying travelers.

Activity Level 3

What to expect: These trips feature long touring days with travel via motor coach, ship, zodiac, all-terrain vehicle, or train. Travelers are required to board transportation without assistance as well as stand and walk over uneven terrain for extended periods of time. Some tours may include optional higher-intensity activities and travel at higher altitudes with steep ascents and descents. Outings last four to six hours most days.

Suitable for: Travelers who are able to comfortably walk four to six miles, or 6,900–9,200 steps, each day.