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Brisbane, Australia
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Taiwan, Taiwan
6:00 AM – Arrive at Taoyuan International Airport
Clear immigration and freshen up.
Use the airport’s baggage storage counter to leave any carry-ons.
Follow signs for the Taoyuan Airport MRT (Express line).
7:00 AM – Take Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station
Time: 35 to 40 minutes
Cost: NT$160
Trains leave every 15 minutes.
No need to pre-book; use an EasyCard or buy a token at the station.
8:15 AM – Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
From Taipei Main Station, transfer to the Red or Green MRT Line.
Go to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Station (2 stops).
Explore Liberty Square, the main memorial hall, and surrounding gardens.
Optional: Watch the changing of the guard if it’s close to the hour.
9:30 AM – Walk to Simple Kaffa (The Original)
Optional: Take 1 stop on the MRT to Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, Exit 1
Otherwise, it’s a 15-minute walk.
This café is world-renowned for its coffee and quiet design.
Try the milk bread toast or seasonal pastries. English is spoken.
11:00 AM – Daan Forest Park
Walk 10–15 minutes or take 1 MRT stop to Daan Park Station.
This large urban park is peaceful, shady, and beautiful in the morning.
Sit by the pond, stroll under the trees, and enjoy a break from the city.
12:30 PM – Optional Visit to Yongkang Street
From Daan Park, walk to Dongmen Station (10 minutes).
Browse boutique shops, ice cream stands, or have a small lunch snack.
Din Tai Fung’s original store is here, but there may be a wait.
1:45 PM – Head back to Taipei Main Station
Take the MRT from Dongmen Station (Red Line) back to Taipei Main.
Transfer to the Airport MRT Express.
2:30 PM – Depart Taipei for Airport
Take the Taoyuan Airport MRT back to Taoyuan International Airport.
Time: 35 to 40 minutes
3:15 to 3:30 PM – Arrive back at the airport
Plenty of time to collect stored bags, clear security, and relax before your 11:00 PM flight.
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Milan, Italy
4 June – Arrival in Milan
Early Morning
Drop bags at Babila Hostel & Bistrot
Morning
Coffee and pastry at Pavé
Visit the Milan Cathedral (Duomo di Milano) and rooftop
Walk through Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Afternoon
Grab lunch at Luini Panzerotti
Explore Sforza Castle and visit the museums
Optional: See Michelangelo’s unfinished Rondanini Pietà inside the castle
Evening
Dinner at Nerino Dieci Trattoria
Sunset and aperitivo in Piazza Gae Aulenti
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5 June – Milan Art Day
Early Morning
Coffee and brioche at Panificio Pattini
Visit Santa Maria delle Grazie to see The Last Supper (book well in advance)
Morning
Tour the Pinacoteca di Brera, one of Italy’s best Renaissance collections
Afternoon
Lunch at Trattoria Torre di Pisa
Walk to La Scala Theatre Museum for backstage and costume history
Wander nearby designer streets or visit the [Indro Montanelli Gardens]
Evening
Dinner at Ristorante Da Giacomo
Sunset and wine along the Navigli canals
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Rome, Italy
6 June – Travel from Milan to Rome
Early Morning
Board 6AM Frecciarossa from Milano Centrale
Arrive at Roma Termini at 9AM
Book: https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html or https://www.italotreno.it/en
Morning
Drop your bags
Walk to Trastevere for coffee at Bar San Calisto
Cross the Tiber to Campo de’ Fiori and visit Piazza Farnese
Afternoon
Lunch at Forno Campo de’ Fiori
Visit the Pantheon and Piazza Navona
Walk to the Jewish Ghetto and Theatre of Marcellus
Evening
Dinner at Roscioli
Sunset at Pincian Terrace above Piazza del Popolo
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Saturday 7 June – Vatican and Classic Rome
Early Morning
Arrive at Vatican Museums for 8:00 AM entry
Book: https://tickets.museivaticani.va/home
Explore Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms
Enter St Peter’s Basilica and climb the dome
Morning
Visit Castel Sant’Angelo
Walk along Via della Conciliazione
Afternoon
Lunch at Pizzarium Bonci
Walk to Piazza Venezia and explore Vittorio Emanuele Monument
Visit Trajan’s Column and markets
Evening
Dinner at Osteria del Pegno
Watch sunset from Janiculum Hill
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Sunday 8 June – Full Rome Day Before Tour Meeting
Early Morning
Espresso at Caffè Sant’Eustachio
Visit Spanish Steps and Trevi Fountain before the crowds
Breakfast at Antico Caffè Greco
Morning
Enter Borghese Gallery at 11:00 AM
Book: https://www.tiqets.com/en/villa-borghese-tickets-l145434/
Afternoon
Lunch at Ginger Sapori e Salute
Walk Via del Corso to Capitoline Museums
Overlook the Roman Forum from above
Gelato from Giolitti near Pantheon
Evening
Arrive at G Adventures tour meeting by 5:45 PM
Tour meeting begins 6:00 PM
Group dinner follows (venue set by guide)
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Monday 9 June – Ancient Rome Focus
Early Morning
Arrive at Colosseum for 8:30 AM entry
Book: https://ticketing.colosseo.it/en
Visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill
Morning
Explore Piazza Venezia and Capitoline Hill
Afternoon
Lunch at Armando al Pantheon
Walk through Via dei Fori Imperiali or visit Basilica di San Clemente
Evening
Dinner at Tonnarello in Trastevere
Sunset from Ponte Umberto I looking toward St Peter’s
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Montepulciano, Italy
10 June – Rome to Montepulciano
Early Morning
Depart Rome by train and van
Stop at Pienza for short walk and cheese tasting
Morning
Arrive in Montepulciano, check in
Orientation walk through the medieval town and vineyards
Afternoon
Wine tasting in a historic cellar
Lunch recommendation: Osteria del Borgo overlooking Val d’Orcia
Evening
Dinner at Osteria Acquacheta (famous for bistecca and pici pasta)
Sunset walk along Via Ricci with sweeping Tuscan countryside views
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Wednesday 11 June – Montepulciano Countryside
Early Morning
Breakfast at Caffè Poliziano with panoramic terrace views
Optional excursion to Bagni San Filippo hot springs
Morning
Join a vineyard cycling tour or explore local artisan shops
Taste local honey and salumi at a family-run shop
Afternoon
Lunch at Gattavecchi Winery with wine pairings
Wander down to the San Biagio church on the hillside
Evening
Dinner at La Bottega del Nobile with a local wine flight
Golden-hour views from Piazza Grande
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Florence, Italy
Thursday 12 June – Siena to Florence
Early Morning
Depart Montepulciano by private transfer
Arrive in Siena and begin orientation walk through the Contrade districts
Morning
Visit Piazza del Campo and Siena Cathedral (Duomo)
Stop at Nannini for panforte or coffee
Afternoon
Lunch at La Prosciutteria Siena
Continue on to Florence and check in
Take an introductory walk with your guide
Evening
Walk to Piazzale Michelangelo for the iconic Florence skyline at sunset
Dinner at Trattoria 4 Leoni in the Oltrarno quarter
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Friday 13 June – Florence Art Day
Early Morning
Coffee at Ditta Artigianale
Enter Accademia Gallery at 8:15 AM to see Michelangelo’s David
Book: https://www.galleriaaccademiafirenze.it/tickets/
Morning
Visit Florence Cathedral (Duomo), climb Brunelleschi’s Dome if booked
Explore Piazza della Repubblica and surrounding streets
Afternoon
Group lunch at Mercato Centrale (included)
Free time to visit Medici Chapels or Basilica of Santa Croce
Evening
Dinner at Vini e Vecchi Sapori (small, traditional, book ahead)
Sunset walk across Ponte Vecchio and along the Arno
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Saturday 14 June – Tuscany Food and Uffizi Gallery
Early Morning
Coffee and pastry at La Ménagère
Join the optional G Adventures Tuscany Food Tour (highly recommended)
Morning
Enjoy tastings of pecorino, cured meats, and local olive oils
Afternoon
Enter Uffizi Gallery at 3PM to see Botticelli, Leonardo, Michelangelo
Book: https://www.uffizi.it/en/tickets
Optional walk through Piazza della Signoria afterward
Evening
Dinner at Il Santo Bevitore
Late gelato from La Carraia with views from Ponte alla Carraia
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Cinque Terre, Italy
Sunday 15 June – Florence to Cinque Terre (via Pisa)
Early Morning
Depart Florence and stop in Pisa en route
Visit the Leaning Tower and walk around the Field of Miracles
Morning
Optional climb of the Leaning Tower if pre-booked
Walk to Piazza dei Cavalieri and return to bus
Afternoon
Continue to the Cinque Terre region
Check in and explore Monterosso or Corniglia depending on base
Evening
Dinner at Ristorante Miky (Monterosso) or A Cantina da Mananan (Corniglia)
Watch sunset from Manarola or your town’s cliff path
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Monday 16 June – Cinque Terre Trail Day
Early Morning
Coffee and focaccia at a local bar
Begin guided hike from Corniglia to Manarola (Volastra trail option for better views)
Morning
Stop for breaks at scenic overlooks and photo spots
Arrive in Manarola mid-morning
Afternoon
Lunch at Trattoria dal Billy in Manarola
Train or hike to Vernazza or Riomaggiore for a swim or gelato
Evening
Dinner at Ristorante Belforte in Vernazza overlooking the sea
Sunset from the marina in Riomaggiore or upper terrace in Manarola
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Lake Como, Italy
Tuesday 17 June – Cinque Terre to Lake Como
Early Morning
Check out and take early train from La Spezia to Como, with transfers via Milan
Estimated travel time 5 hours total
Book: https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
Morning
Arrive in Como and drop bags at hotel
Walk to Piazza Cavour for orientation and lakeside espresso at Il Sorso
Afternoon
Ride the Brunate Funicular to the top of the hill
Walk to the Volta Lighthouse for sweeping Alpine views
Optional hike along the ridge trail or relax in Brunate cafés
Evening
Dinner at Ristorante Funicolare near the upper station
Return on the funicular before sunset and walk the lake promenade
Watch the sunset from the waterfront path along Passeggiata Lino Gelpi
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Wednesday 18 June – Lake Como by Ferry
Early Morning
Catch early ferry to Bellagio from Como
Enjoy breakfast on board or at Bar Pasticceria Rossi in Bellagio
Morning
Walk through the gardens of Villa Melzi
Explore boutiques and scenic steps of Bellagio town center
Afternoon
Take ferry to Varenna
Lunch at Ristorante La Vista in Hotel Albergo Milano
Climb up to Castello di Vezio or stroll the Lovers Walk along the water
Evening
Return ferry to Como before 6:00 PM
Dinner at La Vita è Bella (fresh pastas and salads)
Evening stroll past Tempio Voltiano with lights on the lake
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Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy
Thursday 19 June – Travel to Venice
Early Morning
Depart Como for Venice by train (approx. 3.5–4 hrs, via Milan)
Book: https://www.trenitalia.com/en.html
Arrive early afternoon and check in to hotel
Afternoon
Join the G Adventures guided walking tour
Visit Piazza San Marco, view Doge’s Palace exterior, see the Bridge of Sighs and the Rialto Bridge
Enjoy espresso at Caffè del Doge near Rialto
Evening
Dinner at Antiche Carampane (Venetian seafood classic)
Walk to the rooftop of Fondaco dei Tedeschi for a panoramic sunset view
Optional gondola ride after dark or explore quieter canals in Dorsoduro
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Friday 20 June – Venice Islands or Food Tour
Early Morning
Grab coffee at Torrefazione Cannaregio
Take vaporetto to Burano and walk the canals of the colorful fishing village
Morning
Visit lace shops and photo spots in Burano
Stop in Murano next for glassblowing demonstration
Afternoon
Return to Venice for lunch at Al Merca (cicchetti and wine stand)
Join the optional G Adventures Venice Food Tour (book through your guide)
Evening
Dinner at Trattoria Anzolo Raffaele in Dorsoduro
Sunset from Zattere waterfront, watching gondolas drift past the Church of the Redentore
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Saturday 21 June – Venice Departure
Early Morning
Final Italian espresso at Caffè Florian on Piazza San Marco
Walk to the Arsenale or visit Santa Maria della Salute if time allows
Morning
Pack and check out
Depart Venice according to your travel schedule
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London, United Kingdom