Group Tour Operator for Holidays to Lake Garda, Italy
Lake Garda in Summer 2023/24 – By Air
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Gorgeous Italian Lakes
Lake Garda is the largest of the Italian lakes and provides a beautiful taste of Italy’s laid-back atmosphere. The lake is known for having crystal clear waters and beautiful surroundings. The spectacular mountainous backdrop of the Dolomites lies on the Northern shoreline and at the south, sit the gentle slopes. This varying scenery provides an ever-changing vista of the stunning Italian Lakes. Explore the numerous delightful towns and villages dotted along the edge of the lake. Sirmione, located to the south of Lake Garda boasting incredible views of the lake. You will find numerous restaurants, bars, shops, a market and a picturesque castle. Where as Limone, on the steep northern shores, is covered in lemon groves. These small villages and historic towns combine to offer a wealth of memorable experiences.
Discover Venice & Verona
Discover two of Italy’s most fascinating cities – Venice and Verona. Romantic Venice is a magical city on the water, set on more than 100 small islands. While you are there, explore the narrow streets, take a ride on a gondola along the Grand Canal, and visit the Rialto Bridge. Venice has absolutely no roads, instead a maze of canals service the city. The most famous of these is the Grand Canal thoroughfare, which is lined with Renaissance and Gothic palaces. Also visit Romeo and Juliet’s Verona. Here you will find a great number of Italian piazzas, including the famous Piazza delle Erbe, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy watching the world go by. There are many ornate churches and Roman monuments that remain in the town – the most famous being the Roman Arena, still in use some 2,000 years later.
With much to see and do during your stay and fabulous scenery, Lake Garda is always a firm favourite with travellers of all ages!
Dates
May - September 2024
Suggested itinerary by air
Day 1
Travel to Italy
Depart your local airport, upon arrival at Venice Marco Polo, transfer to Lake Garda. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and then enjoy some free time to explore Riva Del Garda.
Day 2
Romeo and Juliet’s Verona
Today visit Verona, one of Italy’s most beautiful cities and the setting for Shakespeare’s ‘Romeo and Juliet’. Visit ‘Juliet’s House’, a 14th-century residence with a tiny balcony overlooking a courtyard. Close by is Verona Arena, a huge 1st-century Roman amphitheatre, continues to host concerts and large-scale opera performances. Discover an array of beautiful churches and Roman ruins across the town and enjoy a drink in the many piazzas – the most famous being the Piazza delle Erbe.
Day 3
A Day at Leisure
A free day today to explore the many attractions the lake offers. Perhaps take the purpose-built walkway between Torbole and Rive del Garda, then take one of the frequent ferries to the delightful little town of Limone, famous for its lemon production, with its houses seemingly clinging on to the side of the lake.
Day 4
Romantic Venice
An early start for a full day in Venice, the magical city on the water. A private boat transfer takes us from the coach park to St Mark’s Square. On a walking tour, pass by the Doge’s Palace, St Mark’s Basilica, the Campanile and the Bridge of Sighs. There’s free time to explore the narrow streets, take a ride on a gondola along the Grand Canal, and visit the Rialto Bridge. Or perhaps go on a private boat sightseeing tour of the islands of the Lagoon.
Day 5
Scenic Dolomites
Perhaps today you may want to visit the Dolomites, famous for its outstanding mountain scenery. Visit Trento, the ‘City of Wine’, with its Gothic cathedral and historic Castle of Buonconsiglio, and Bolzano, capital of the Alto Adige region. If time permits, visit the spa town of Merano. Alternatively, take a half day visit to a local vineyard for a wine tasting.
Day 6
Day at Leisure
perhaps visit the delightful Malcesine, a picturesque tourist resort with cobbled lanes and a castle, seemingly wedged between the blue lake waters and the mountain ridge behind.
Day 7
Day at Leisure
At the southern end of the lake, the even more popular town of Sirmione sits on a picturesque peninsula. Take an optional boat trip to be able to see the town from the lake.
Day 8
Return to the UK
It’s time to leave Lake Garda, transfer to the airport for your flight back to the UK.
Suggested hotels
Hotel Bristol, Riva Del Garda ***
This attractive hotel enjoys a good location and a pleasant atmosphere. It is located around 1km from the centre of the resort on the road heading out to Arco, and is surrounded by gardens with stunning mountains in the background. The garden area and swimming pool provides welcome relaxation and peace. The hotel has a lift, bar, restaurant, communal lounge with TV, large swimming pool (open in summer) and garden area with sun loungers. All rooms are equipped with bath or shower and WC, hairdryer, telephone, satellite TV, safe and some feature balcony and air conditioning.
Poiano Resort, Bardolino ****
Set in extensive private grounds, with excellent views over Lake Garda and the local countryside. Spa and numerous sports facilities. Onsite coach parking.
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Dates | Half Twin | Single supplement |
May – Sept 2024 | Price on request | Price on Request |