Village Life Italian Lakes

Northern Italy’s fabled Lake District beckons with its shimmering glacial waters, soaring Alpine peaks, and bijou towns. Visit Bellagio, Villa del Balbianello, Stresa, Isola Bella, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sacro Monte di Orta. In Milan, visit the Duomo and Teatro alla Scala, and enjoy a specially arranged viewing of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”

Village Life Italian Lakes

Northern Italy’s fabled Lake District beckons with its shimmering glacial waters, soaring Alpine peaks, and bijou towns. Visit Bellagio, Villa del Balbianello, Stresa, Isola Bella, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sacro Monte di Orta. In Milan, visit the Duomo and Teatro alla Scala, and enjoy a specially arranged viewing of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”

Highlights

  • Stroll along Como’s medieval towers and walls, Renaissance palaces and churches, neoclassical 19th‑century villas, and small family-owned shops.
  • Cruise across the cobalt blue water in a private boat to Isola San Giulio, viewing Italian villas and gardens along the way.
  • Visit chapels dedicated to St. Francis of Assisi atop the summit of Sacro Monte di Orta and see the magnificent Duomo di Como.
  • Discover the heart of Orta San Giulio’s medieval village center to admire Baroque palazzos built by Italian nobility.
  • In Milan, visit the Duomo and Teatro alla Scala, and enjoy a specially arranged viewing of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.”
This is an exclusive U-M departure operated by Gohagan & Co..

Itinerary

Day 1: Depart U.S. for Milan, Italy
Day 2: Milan | Como
Day 3: Como
Day 4: Stresa | Lake Maggiore | Borromean Islands
Day 5: Milan
Day 6: Bellagio
Day 7: Como
Day 8: Como
Day 9: Como | Milan | Depart for U.S.

Host

Mariella Mecozzi

Mariella Mecozzi

Retired (former Senior Asst. Director Pre-Professional Services, U-M University Career Center)

Fun fact

Before moving to the U.S., I used to work for the American Embassy in Rome.

U-M Role

For almost three decades, I led the counseling and programming designed to support U-M students preparing for and applying to medical school, law school, and other graduate programs.

Trip Experience

I was born and raised in Rome, Italy, so I have a deep knowledge of the Italian language and culture. I welcome the opportunity to share my “Bel Paese” with other Wolverines!

Available to Book
May 10-18, 2025

Starting price

$4,995

Deposit per person

$1,000

Countries Visited

Italy

Activity Level

Low
May 10-18, 2025

Starting price

$4,995
*Single supplement applies

Deposit per person

$1,000

Countries Visited

Italy

Activity Level

Low
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