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Cities, Wines & Hidden Gems of Northeastern Italy

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

9 Days / 8 Nights Up to 25 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 9-day route from Venice through the Prosecco hills of Friuli to Roman Aquileia, Collio wine country, and the Adriatic charms of Trieste. A private route through Italy's northeast, from Venice's canals into the Prosecco and Collio wine hills of Friuli, finishing on the Gulf of Trieste.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup in Venice.

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Day 1 — Welcome to Italy!

Arrive in Venice and transfer by taxi boat to your accommodation, with the rest of the day at leisure.

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Day 2 — The highlights of Venice

A guided walking tour of St. Mark's Square, the Clocktower, Doge's Palace and the Rialto Bridge, plus a boat tour of the Grand Canal.

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Day 3 — Wine tasting on the road to Friuli

A Valdobbiadene winery tour and Prosecco tasting among the rolling hills, continuing to Udine.

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Day 4 — A day of history & foodie exploration

Roman-era Aquileia, one of the wealthiest cities of the early Roman Empire, then a prosciutto factory tour and tasting in San Daniele del Friuli.

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Day 5 — Deep-dive into local wines

A hand-picked Collio winery for wine-making and tasting, then Cividale del Friuli's 6th-8th-century artworks and Tempietto Longobardo.

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Day 6 — Take a stroll along the Gulf of Trieste

The Rilke Path above Sistiana for coastal Adriatic views, then a transfer to Trieste.

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Day 7 — The many charms of Trieste

A private half-day walking tour taking in San Giusto hill and the medieval old town, plus a guided tour of Miramare Castle.

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Day 8 — At leisure in Trieste

A free day, with the option to take a public boat to the fishing village of Muggia and its 14th-century castle.

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Day 9 — Goodbye, Italy!

Transfer to Venice Marco Polo Airport for your departure flight.

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Departure

The trip ends with a transfer from Trieste back to Venice Marco Polo Airport for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 25 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

No — a private car with an English-speaking driver is provided throughout.
Prosecco country around Valdobbiadene and the Collio wine hills near the Slovenian border, both with guided tastings.
Yes, day 7 includes a guided tour of the castle's original mid-19th-century furnishings and coastal parkland.
Yes, with your own English-speaking driver and guide throughout.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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