Northern Italy Culture Tour –
Venice, Cinque Terre & Lake Garda
8-day road trip through Northern Italy
This tour combines the great cultural treasures of Northern Italy with the coast and the lakes. Travelling in your own car, you go at your own relaxed pace. From your hotel in Mestre you take the bus or train into the lagoon city of Venice, to St Mark's Square, the Rialto Bridge and the Grand Canal. On the way to the coast, Modena, the home of balsamic vinegar, is well worth a stop. From Sarzana you explore the colourful villages of the Cinque Terre by train. To finish, you spend three nights in Limone on Lake Garda, among lemon groves and lakeside promenades, with excursions to Malcesine or Riva. You stay at least two nights in each hotel, and parking is included.
Your route at a glance:
Venice-Mestre (2 nights) – Modena – Sarzana / Cinque Terre (2 nights) – Brescia – Limone sul Garda (3 nights)
| Type of tour | Self-drive tour in your own car |
| Duration | 8 days / 7 nights |
| Itinerary | Venice – Modena – Cinque Terre – Brescia – Lake Garda |
| Accommodation | Good mid-range hotels, 2 to 3 nights per stop |
| Meals | Breakfast |
| Included | Parking at the hotels |
| Daily distances | approx. 300 to 350 km |
| Season | April to October |
Frequently asked questions
How do I get into Venice?
Your car stays at the hotel in Mestre. By bus or tram you reach Piazzale Roma in about 20 minutes, or Santa Lucia station by train.
How do I get to the Cinque Terre?
The five villages are car-free. From La Spezia you travel comfortably by train, which connects all the villages regularly.
How does it differ from the Lakes & Riviera tour?
The route is similar but starts in Venice instead of on Lake Maggiore. If you prefer lakes and islands, choose Lakes & Riviera.
Do you have any questions about the trip? Call us: +49 8752 25 44 858. You will find more trips by car among our self-drive tours.
