We Love —
- Diving into the deep waters of Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy!
- Experiencing a memorable stay on the shores of Lake Como while we explore the true beauty of this lakeside paradise.
- Indulging on the delectable cuisine on offer throughout all of towns in these three gorgeous lakes.
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Your Itinerary In Brief —
Take a magical 7-night trip along Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Lake Garda. During this exceptional tour, you will get to enjoy the beautiful Italian countryside, pristine lakes and you'll also get to visit a number of cities, including Ghiffa and Verona. You can also enjoy an included trip to Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori for an enchanting escape. We highly recommend renting a car so you can travel freely through your destinations.
Your itinerary is as follows:
Day 1: Arrival in Ghiffa at Lake Maggiore
Day 2: Lake Maggiore and its islands
Day 3: Lake Como - Como
Day 4: Lake Como - Villa Carlotta
Day 5: Lake Garda - Manerba
Day 6: Lake Garda - Sirmione
Day 7: Lake Garda - Verona
Day 8: Departure back to the UK
Please note that the order of the activities can be changed without affecting the interest of the program.
Your Itinerary In Detail —
Day 1-4: Lake Maggiore & Lake Como
Day 1: Arrival in Milan - Lake Maggiore
Arrival in Milan. Hotel accommodation at Hotel Ghiffa in Ghiffa on the banks of Lake Maggiore. Free time to take a walk in Ghiffa and Intra.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Maggiore.
Day 2: Lake Maggiore (Breakfast & Lunch)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. You have a full day to visit “Lago Maggiore”. Here the weather stays nice for the majority of the year and resembles a typical Mediterranean background. Get the boat transfer in Stresa to reach the “Isole Borromeo” (Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori) and see beautiful examples of Italian gardens. Enjoy a Light lunch at Isola Bella in the Ristorante Elvezia.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Maggiore.
Day 3: Lake Maggiore - Lake Como (Breakfast)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast, depart to Lake Como. Have a stop in Como town and visit the city center: the Cathedral, the Church of Sant’Abbondio and Palazzo Broletto. If you have time get the Funicular from Como to Brumate and enjoy a beautiful panoramic view of all of Lake Como.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Como.
Day 4: Lake Como (Breakfast & Dinner)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast, we recommend a visit to Villa Carlotta. Passing through the former hamlet of Tremezzo, you will reach Villa Carlotta. The villa overlooks Lake Como in a particularly privileged position. It is known for its enchanting geographical position, but also for its botanical garden. The building dates back to 1600 and was built by Giorgio Clerici Incredible are some minor sculptures by Canova that are still inside the Italian gardens that surround the house. Within the botanical garden, you can see as many as 150 different species of azaleas. Return to hotel for dinner.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Como.
Day 5-8: Lake Maggiore & Lake Garda
Day 5: Lake Maggiore (Breakfast)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. After breakfast, depart for Lake Garda. Once you have reached Manerba, we suggest you visit the Rocca di Manerba del Garda. “…Continuing they arrived in a dense forest of holm oaks and downy oaks; fragrant carpets of flowers folded underfoot while small multicolored birds chirped in the thick branches. On one side was a strangely shaped mountain, on the other a large lake whose surface was slightly broken by shimmering waves…”.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Garda.
Day 6: Lake Garda (Breakfast)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. We suggest you start the day with a visit to Sirmione: the Scaliger Castle, a splendid example of lakeside fortification; the historic center, a maze of characteristic alleys; the caves of Catullo, one of the best preserved Roman domus. Continue to Desenzano del Garda: walk along the lakefront, reach the lighthouse and Piazza Malvezzi and, before leaving, visit the Desenzano Castle and the Roman Villa. End your day by continuing first to Salò and then to Limone del Garda, famous for its lemon groves. At the end of the day return to the hotel.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Garda.
Day 7: Lake Garda (Breakfast)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel. We suggest you dedicate the day to visiting Verona. Verona, a city characterized by over two thousand years of history, is today the second-largest city in the Veneto region. If you love someone, bring them to Verona… because Verona is the city of love! Shakespeare had already set his drama Romeo and Juliet here, the most famous and beloved love story of all time. The places of star-crossed lovers: are Juliet's house with the famous balcony, Juliet's tomb and Romeo's house. Further on is the lively and busy Piazza Bra with the imposing Arena. From Via Cappello, you reach the suggestive Piazza delle Erbe, the heart of the city since Roman times. Return to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight stay at Hotel in Lake Garda.
Day 8: Lake Garda - Milan Departure (Breakfast)
Enjoy breakfast in the hotel and head back to Milan airport for your return flight back to the UK.
Your Hotels —
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- One included lake excursion of Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori
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During your Italian getaway, you will stay in the following hotels (or similar):
At Lake Maggiore: Hotel Ghiffa (2-nights)
At Lake Como: Hotel NH Lecco (2-nights)
At Lake Garda: Hotel Borgo dei Poeti (3-nights)
Please note: in the case of unavailability of these hotels, accommodation in hotels of a similar category will be provided.
Your Dining Choices
Enjoy a board basis as per the itinerary for the duration of this tour which includes breakfast each morning and a selection of lunches and evening meals as per the itinerary (please see the detailed description above for more details). Please note: See the itinerary for a more detailed description of your day-to-day dining plan.
Your journey to Italy —
Flights:
It may be possible to choose from a selection of flight options at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Your Destinations —
Lake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore, or Lago Maggiore, is an ideal destination to relax surrounded by magnificent nature.
It is no coincidence that the region of Lake Maggiore has been chosen by famous writers and poets, such as Dickens, Stendhal, Flaubert and Hemingway, to stimulate their inspiration.
With its islands, its flowery coasts, its palaces, its villages and its majestic alpine mountains, Lake Maggiore offers a sumptuous and romantic setting for your holidays.
Lake Como
Often referred to as the ‘Italian Lake District’, Lombardy is a varied region filled with stylish cities, stunning countryside, and breathtaking mountains. As Lombardy is located in the north of Italy, hugging the border with Switzerland, visitors to this region might be tempted to congregate in Milan, its capital. However, when leaving the city, there is so much to be found in the mountainous regions to the north. Between Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, and Lake Garda there are a wealth of options for a lakeside break.
In the shadow of the snow-covered Rhaetian Alps, Lake Como is home to sumptuous villas with cascading, luscious gardens, while a trip to Lake Maggiore offers unforgettable views of the tranquil Borromean Islands. On the shores of Lake Garda, Gardone Riviera is a laid-back tourist resort with a charming promenade and plenty of opportunities to take a pleasure cruise across the lake.
If you’re hankering for a city trip, Milan offers it all - the birthplace of some of the world’s foremost fashion houses and home to a stunning Gothic Cathedral. Don’t miss the chance to see Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic mural The Last Supper, housed in the Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie in the city.
Lake Garda
Lake Garda is a gloriously scenic location, and the largest lake in Italy, surrounded by vast, impressive mountains. You can explore the lake by boat, with either a large hyrofoil or slower pleasure boats, visiting some of the smaller islands off the coast.
Brenzone sul Garda is where you can relax among tranquil landscape in the shadow of Monte Baldo. Enjoy hiking in the local area, or take a boat out onto the lake to experience a new perspective of the area.
