Martha's Return to Italy!
Rome, Tuscany, Santa Margherita Ligure & Stresa
Official Brochure Overview
Join us on an Italian journey, highlighting Rome's history, Tuscany's rolling hills and art, the stunning Italian Riviera, and serene Lake District offering a mix of ancient ruins, Renaissance art, and charming countryside experiences for an unforgettable dolce vita.
This is an exclusive travel program presented by InterTrav Corporation for Martha's Return to Italy 2026.
Tour Highlights
Tour Details
Day 1
Chicago / En Route
Overnight flightDepart Chicago O'Hare this afternoon by scheduled service of American Airlines on the overnight transatlantic flight to Rome.
- •Departure from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
- •Scheduled American Airlines overnight flight to Rome
Day 2
Rome
RomeArrive in Rome, meet your Italian Tour Guide, and travel into the Eternal City. En route, receive an introduction to Ancient Rome with views tied to Capitoline Hill, the Colosseum, Forum, and the Palatine before dinner at the hotel.
- •Arrival in Rome and meet the Italian Tour Guide
- •Introductory drive into Ancient Rome
- •Dinner at the hotel
Day 3
Rome
RomeBegin with the Vatican Museums, including the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine Chapel, then continue to St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica, home to Michelangelo's Pieta. Later, see the Trevi Fountain, Via dei Condotti, and the Spanish Steps before leisure time.
- •Visit the Vatican Museums
- •See the Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms
- •Visit St. Peter's Basilica
- •See Michelangelo's Pieta
- •Stop at the Trevi Fountain
- •Stroll Via dei Condotti and the Spanish Steps
- •Remainder of the day at leisure
Day 4
Rome / Assisi / Montecatini Terme
Assisi and TuscanyTravel north into Umbria for sightseeing in Assisi, then continue to the Tuscan spa town of Montecatini Terme, set among green hills in the Valdinievole.
- •Visit the Basilica di San Francesco
- •See Piazza del Comune and the Temple of Minerva
- •Visit the Basilica di Santa Chiara
- •Free time to explore Assisi
- •Continue to Montecatini Terme
- •Dinner at the hotel
Day 5
Montecatini Terme (Florence)
FlorenceSpend the day in Florence, beginning at the Galleria dell'Accademia to see Michelangelo's David. Free time follows for independent exploration of the Duomo, Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio before an evening farmhouse dinner in Tuscany.
- •Visit the Galleria dell'Accademia
- •See Michelangelo's David
- •Free time in Florence
- •Optional independent time at the Duomo, Baptistery, Piazza della Signoria, and Ponte Vecchio
- •Evening farmhouse dinner at Fattoria il Poggio di Rossi Giancarlo
Day 6
Montecatini Terme (Pisa)
PisaTravel to Pisa for sightseeing through the Campo dei Miracoli, including the cathedral and baptistery, plus time around the famous Leaning Tower before returning to Montecatini Terme. Back in town, the brochure recommends the ancient fortified village of Montecatini Alto for sweeping countryside views.
- •Tour the Campo dei Miracoli
- •Visit the Cattedrale di Pisa
- •Visit the Battistero di San Giovanni
- •See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
- •Return to Montecatini Terme
- •Optional independent visit to Montecatini Alto
Day 7
Montecatini Terme / Santa Margherita Ligure
Cinque Terre and the Ligurian CoastDepart Tuscany and set your sights on the villages of the Cinque Terre before continuing late in the day to the stylish coastal town of Santa Margherita Ligure.
- •Departure from Montecatini Terme
- •Visit the villages of the Cinque Terre
- •Continue to Santa Margherita Ligure
- •Dinner at the hotel
Day 8
Santa Margherita Ligure (Portofino)
Italian RivieraEnjoy a leisurely day by ferry along the Ligurian Coast to Portofino, often called the Pearl of the Mediterranean, with time to savor the harbor, boutiques, and cafes.
- •Ferry along the Ligurian Coast
- •Visit Portofino
- •Free time in the village and harbor area
Day 9
Santa Margherita Ligure / Stresa
Milan and Lake MaggioreTravel inland to Milan for an introductory tour featuring the Duomo, La Scala, Castello Sforzesco, and Santa Maria delle Grazie, home of Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper, before continuing to Stresa on Lake Maggiore.
- •Depart Santa Margherita Ligure
- •Introductory tour of Milan
- •See the Duomo and La Scala Opera House
- •Visit Castello Sforzesco
- •See Santa Maria delle Grazie
- •Note for interested guests: Last Supper tickets typically become available around June 2026
- •Continue to Stresa on Lake Maggiore
Day 10
Stresa (Isola Bella)
Lake MaggioreTake a motor launch to the Borromean Island of Isola Bella to explore Palazzo Borromeo and its gardens, then return to Stresa for leisure time in the Old Town or along the flower-decked lake promenade before a farewell dinner on the lake.
- •Motor launch to Isola Bella
- •Visit Palazzo Borromeo and the gardens
- •Afternoon at leisure in Stresa's Old Town or along the lake promenade
- •Farewell dinner on the shores of Lake Maggiore
Day 11
Stresa / Chicago
Return homeAfter breakfast, depart Stresa for Milan's Malpensa Airport and begin the journey home with memories of Martha's Return to Italy.
- •Breakfast at the hotel
- •Transfer to Milan Malpensa Airport
- •Return flight home
Practical Information
Travel Logistics
Getting There
The brochure airfare package departs from Chicago O'Hare and arrives in Rome, with the return home from Milan Malpensa Airport. Land-only travelers should align their plans with that same operating route.
Packing & Pace
Expect city walking, church and museum visits, railway and ferry connections, and time on cobblestones and uneven historic streets. Comfortable walking shoes and layered fall clothing are recommended.
Passport & Visas
Your passport must be valid for at least three months beyond your return date. No visas are required for this tour for U.S. citizens, per the brochure.
Booking Information
This departure is presented through InterTrav Corporation. Final payment is due on or before Friday, June 26, 2026.
Major credit cards are accepted, but the brochure pricing reflects a 4% cash discount; credit card payments are assessed an additional 4%.
The package is based on a minimum participation of 20 persons.
InterTrav Corporation: 630-377-5840
Our Route Through Italy
Rome -> Assisi -> Montecatini Terme -> Florence -> Pisa -> Cinque Terre -> Santa Margherita Ligure -> Portofino -> Milan -> Stresa -> Isola Bella.
Ready for Martha's Return to Italy?
This brochure-based itinerary is presented through InterTrav Corporation and follows Rome, Tuscany, the Italian Riviera, and Lake Maggiore from September 28 to October 8, 2026.
