Northern Italy and Mont Blanc

Ideally located on Lake Leman, Geneva has become a thriving metropolis full of cultural events, museums, music venues, and festivals.

Take an afternoon to stroll through the historic center, discovering local monuments and interesting antique shops.

Set on the bank of Lake Leman, this English-style garden boasts many cultural curios, an aviary, and is linked to another two parks.

Decked with flowers and ancient trees, this park also features an 18C mansion and affords wonderful grounds for an afternoon stroll.

A spectacular landscaped park, featuring a splendid rose garden, an 18C palace, picnic areas, and beautiful lawns.

One of Western Europe's largest lakes is lined with settlements, offering a natural respite in the heart of busy cities such as Geneva.

Hike up to the peak to enjoy the views of the countryside below, the splendid Lake Geneva, and the majestic Alps in the distance.

An exceptional historical library, housing ancient manuscripts, clay tablets, papyri , illuminated tomes, and other literary relics.

Switzerland's largest art museum is home to diverse and fascinating collections, including art, icons, jewelry, archaeology, and more.

This museum hosts many exhibitions on botany, mineralogy, and taxidermy, as well as glass models of animal skeletons and other curios.

Founded in the 12C and boasting remarkable architecture, the cathedral is famed for the 4C archaeological relics found beneath it.

Sprawling along the bank of Lake Geneva, this vibrant city is full of culture, arts, history, restaurants, and nightlife.

The capital of Switzerland, Bern is a great city with beautiful views of the Alps and a well preserved medieval old town.

Known as MAMCO for short, this museum houses a diverse collection of over 1,000 pieces of international modern and contemporary art.

This popular museums traces the history of watch-making since the 16C onwards, exhibits exquisite timepieces, mechanism, and tools.

Reaching an altitude of nearly 3,000m, this beautiful mountain is a superb ski challenge, offering breathtaking views of the area.

A popular resort situated on Lake Geneva, full of historic landmarks, heritage sites, great nearby hiking, and wonderful scenery.

With Mont Blanc in the background, this ski resort offers spectacular panoramas of the Alps as well as great skiing tracks.

Offering a good view of Mont Blanc, this trailhead is an excellent start for easy but adventurous walks.

This immense glacier is the most famous of the great glaciers in the Mont Blanc massif.

Spreading over 3,300 ha, this reserve is home to beautiful flora and fauna, as well as rich wildlife.

This mountain provides the most breathtaking view in the French Alps, and can be explored by taking a cable car to its summit.

This suspended paradise offers a panorama over the Chardonnet needle, Mont Blanc, and many others.

This snow-covered massif is the highest mountain in the Alps, and is a popular spot for activities such as mountaineering, skiing and more.

Known as the "Venice of Savoie", this town is considered one of the most beautiful places in the Haute Savoie region.

A popular lakeside town offering a wealth of outdoors activities, historic sites, and easy access to nearby attractions.

Full of architectural curios, statues, temples, and beautiful flowers, this remarkable park is perfect for wandering and exploring.

Enjoy the town's ideal weather as you wander through its charming boulevards, lined with nice shops and featuring pretty lake views.

With its unassuming Renaissance facade belying its worth, this 16C church hosts exquisite murals depicting Biblical and historic episodes.

Strewn with fountains, statues, and various other curios. this beautiful park is perfect for a stroll and hosts occasional concerts.

Situated at the foot of the Alps, this city is home to several remarkable historic landmarks and cultural monuments.

The charming fishing village of Ascona is the perfect resort town, an ideal destination for fans of golf, hiking, and water sports.

Set at the southern tip of the Alps, the Alto Ticino mountains offer excellent views and ideal conditions for hiking and walking.

One of Switzerland's major cities, Lucerne offers a myriad of cultural landmarks, a beautiful lake and a lively, fun, atmosphere.

At 3,883m, this formidable mountain offers magnificent views and great challenge for skiers and mountaineers.

Dramatically set against the peaks of Jungfraujoch, this astronomical observatory afford breathtaking views of the surroundings.

The heart of Swiss commerce, finances, and academia, Zurich boasts museums, galleries, a buzzing nightlife, and a superb atmosphere.

A lovely lakeside town, boasting several notable historic landmarks and cultural venues, as well as easy access to surrounding nature.

Immortalized in several Shakespearean plays, Verona lures travelers with its culture, rich history, and unforgettable atmosphere.

Wander around this gorgeous center, taking in the atmosphere and the history, visiting landmarks, and sampling local dishes.

Touted as the Capulet's abode from William Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet", this 13C manor exhibits historic decor and attire.

Dating to the 1C, this well-preserved gate is located in the Historic Center, and once served as the entrance gate into a Roman city.

This remarkable 1C amphitheater is famed for its acoustics, still serving as an opera venue and housing international performances.

Hemmed with charming small towns, this lovely lake little-known, but boasts marvelous scenery and a serene atmosphere.

With its plentiful museums, lovely churches, large piazzas, and superb palaces, this cosmopolitan city is rich with culture.

A 15th century Gothic church with fine decorations on its outer and inner walls

Perched on the northern bank of Lake Garda between stunning cliffs, this resort town features churches and medieval landmarks.

A gorgeous little town on the shore of Lake Garda, boasting a medieval castle, quaint cobbled streets, nice beaches, and great food.

Famed worldwide for its romantic canals and gorgeous masks, this thriving city offers its visitors a wealth of cultural attractions.

Venice's famous main square is beautifully designed, lined with gorgeous arcaded buildings, and is a great spot for people-watching.

Lined with a fascinating array of architectural curios, the Grand Canal is the city's largest water transportation vein.

Boasting superb Italian-Byzantine style, this 11C basilica hosts a wealth of gilded mosaics, elegant frescoes, and other decorations.

If you allow yourself one touristy act, let it be this - take a ride on a gondola, exploring the city as it should be explored.

A small town near the Slovenian border, featuring several nice parks, historic buildings, fine churches, and a medieval castle.

With its plentiful museums, lovely churches, large piazzas, and superb palaces, this cosmopolitan city is rich with culture.

Wander around the famed City of Canals, exploring the winding streets by foot or a gondola, soaking up the carnivalesque ambiance.

Located on the long sandbar, this beach rests on the Adriatic Sea, and offers wonderful seaside scenery, clear water, and fine sand.

Stretching for 11km parallel the shore, this sandbar is a resort of its own, known for its elegant villas and a great beach.

A bridge of white limestone, best known for various legends explaining the etymology of its name, be it prisoners' or lovers' sighs.

A small town with a history dating back to the Romans. Containing a nice medieval center and elaborate Roman ruins

Perched on a cliff jutting into the Gulf of Trieste, this lavish 19C castle boasts ornate decor, rich gardens, and multiple artworks.

Retaining its 15C fortifications, this lovely city is full of historic sites, medieval palaces, churches, and great food.

Tuscany's capital is full of history, boasting beautiful architecture, great art venues, superb food, and unforgettable atmosphere.

Succumb to the charms of this historic center, venturing through the streets to discover quaint shops, cafes, and historic sites.

A famous museum, exhibiting some of the greatest classical art pieces from major Italian masters. A must visit for art lovers!

An 11C Romanesque church with rich geometrical design, featuring uniquely ornate interior, including mosaics, murals, and frescoes.

This superb art gallery houses a wealth of Renaissance art, including Michelangelo's world-famous sculpture of David.

One of the best areas to take a scenic drive in Tuscany, this valley offers great views of the countryside at its best.

A top destination and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Siena is famous for its cuisine, art, museums, and medieval cityscape.

Florence's largest church is an architectural gem boasting Gothic-Revival architecture, superb decorations, and an exquisite facade.

Admire the superb design, then climb 414 stairs up this beautiful Gothic tower to enjoy the stunning views of Florence awaiting you.

This popular hilltop square offers the best views of the city, and is lauded for its magical atmosphere during sunset.

Formerly a prisonhouse, this 13C building houses an art museum displaying important sculptures and artworks by Renaissance masters.

This fine lake is little-known, but boasts a wealth of appeal, from surrounding castles, to plentiful fish, to good eateries nearby.

This marvelous hilltop town boasts architectural variety, historic towers, a fun medieval atmosphere, and superb local wine.

Adjacent to a monastery, this museum hosts Florence's largest collection of religious art, including some important masterpieces.

With its undeniable medieval charm, this town is full of history, churches, quaint streets, museums, and stately villas.

Flanked by two gorgeous 16C villas, these elegant gardens boast an intricate design, fountains, sculptures, and a wealth of blossoms.

This buzzing metropolis is Italy's heart of style and chic, offering travelers great shopping, historic sites, and superb cuisine.

Italy's largest church dates to the 14C, boasting Gothic architecture, a wealth of ornamental elements, and ecclesiastical relics.

Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy an hour in one of the gorgeous squares, then plunge into this chic center and shop til you drop.

Spoil yourself and your loved ones to a night of class and elegance in this world-renowned opera house dating to the 18C.

This 15C church features Gothic and Renaissance architecture, and is home to Leonardo da Vinci's infamous mural, "The Last Supper".

Hemmed with charming small towns, this lovely lake little-known, but boasts marvelous scenery and a serene atmosphere.

While the villa itself is not open to the public, its surrounding botanical gardens are, offering an array of natural features.

A gallery exhibiting contemporary art, as well as 19C pieces, including Romanticism, Lombard Landscape, Symbolism, and other schools.

Originated as a private collection, this 19C museum exhibits work by wonderful Italian painters, as well as other European masters.

A 15C castle with intricate architectural design, home to remarkable museums displaying art, weaponry, history, and other fields.

While its exterior leaves a lot to be desired, this superb 16C church is home to a rich collection of exquisite murals.

One of the smaller Italian lakes, Lake Orta boasts lovely little islet in its center with a charming settlement.

Settled in the heart of Lake Maggiore, these isles host many little gems, including a gallery, a palace, a small beach, and gardens.

Dating to the 4C, this ancient basilica has reemerged throughout history with varying architectures, but retains a rich interior.

Europe's third-largest aquarium is home to over 100 aquatic species, exhibiting marine ecosystems of seas, lakes, and rivers.