Tour OverviewRelax and enjoy lakeside life with spectacular mountain scenery and enchanting towns and cities with castles, piazzas and medieval markets to explore. Stay on the shores of Lake Garda in one of the prettiest towns on the lake. Enjoy stunning days exploring beautiful towns surrounding the lake and historic cities in the surrounding Veneto area.
YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES: Just You Holiday Director: Personalized hosting by a dedicated Holiday Director throughout your trip. Specialist Local Guide: Gain insights and knowledge from a local guide who will enhance your experience. Return Flights from London: Convenient travel arrangements to and from the UK. Accommodation: 7 nights in a 3-star superior hotel. Room Guarantee: Enjoy the comfort of a guaranteed twin or double room exclusively for yourself. Meals: 11 meals included, consisting of 7 breakfasts and 4 dinners. This includes a welcome drink and a farewell get-together. Transfers & Transportation: Overseas transfers, along with other transportation services, are taken care of for your convenience. Porterage: Hassle-free handling of your luggage with porterage services.
INCLUDED HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS: Explore Lake Garda Towns and Sirmione: Discover the charm and beauty of the towns around Lake Garda, with a special visit to Sirmione. Visit Historic Towns of Veneto: Immerse yourself in the rich history of Veneto with visits to Vicenza, Bassano del Grappa, and Marostica. Experience Verona’s Roman Arena and Markets: Witness the stunning Roman arena and explore the vibrant markets of medieval Verona. Don’t miss the iconic Juliet’s Balcony.
ItineraryDAY 1: UK – MILAN - Activity: Fly to Milan, transfer to Lake Garda resort
- Highlights: Largest lake in Italy, crystal-clear water, Dolomite Mountains
- Evening: Welcome drink and dinner
- Meals included: Dinner
DAY 2: LAKE GARDA - Activity: Explore Lake Garda, visit Sirmione, Scaliger Castle, optional Roman thermal baths or Grotto of Catullus
- Evening: Scenic drive around Garda
- Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 3: GARDONE – AT LEISURE - Activity: Free day to enjoy surroundings or venture into Gardone
- Highlights: Vittoriale degli Italiani, hillside estate museum
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 4: VICENZA, BASSANO DEL GRAPPA, AND MAROSTICA - Activity: Explore Veneto, visit Vicenza, Marostica, and Bassano del Grappa
- Highlights: Palladian architecture, medieval towns, Ponte Vecchio bridge
- Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5: GARDONE – AT LEISURE - Activity: Free day to relax or explore optional excursions
- Option: Visit Heller Gardens or join a Dolomite Mountains excursion
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 6: GARDONE – AT LEISURE - Activity: Another free day to relax or explore
- Option: Enjoy hotel facilities, swim, or explore Gardone
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 7: VERONA - Activity: Visit Verona, explore Juliet’s Balcony, Roman arena, Mercato Vecchio, and Piazza delle Erbe
- Highlights: Shakespearean sites, Gothic architecture
- Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8: MILAN – UK - Activity: Transfer to the airport for the return flight to the UK
- Meals included: Breakfast
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Food in Italian Hotels: Mediterranean diet, three-course dinners, local dishes, simple and locally sourced ingredients
- Coffee Culture: Enjoying coffee is a typical social activity in Italian culture
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