Accommodation

7 nights' accommodation Day 1-3 Lake Maggiore Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Regina Palace or similar 4* Day 4-6 Lake Garda Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Villa Sofia or similar 4* Day 7 Milan Superior Hotel Category = Hotel Concorde or similar 4*

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7 breakfasts

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Day 4-6 Lake Garda Day 7 Milan CAR HIRE OPTIONS

Transport

Car Group B = Lancia Ypsilon or similar 8-day car hire Pick-up and drop-off from Malpensa or Linate Airports Unlimited mileage All insurances: SCDW, PAI, TP Tax Domestic one-way fee (except to/from Sardinia or Sicily) Airport and railway surcharge Road Tax (VRF) Additional driver Grace period 29 minutes Car Group B = Lancia Ypsilon or similar

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Tour guide Entrance fees Ferryboat tickets Funicular tickets Visa fees Domestic flights International flights Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise) Optional tours (if any) City tax not included, payable on the spot Any visit not mentioned in the program Porterage and gratuities Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any) Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc. Fuel & Refuelling charge (Fuel fees approx. €20 + IVA 22%) Admin fee (€50 + tax) in case of car damage, traffic fine, etc. No Show fee Delivery and Collection Insurance “young” for all clients between 23 and 25 year Windscreen protection (WDW) - Road Side Safety Net (RSN) KNOW BEFORE YOU GO Children can be added to the booking when sharing a room with at least 2 adults, if not they must be added to the booking with the adult rate. Only 1 child is allowed per room We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons Please note that this tour is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees Please consider that the driving times and distances are estimated and that they can vary because of many circumstances, such as specific route is taken, hotel location, traffic, weather, road conditions, etc. Early check-in, late check-out, connecting or adjoining rooms in the hotel are subject to availability and not guaranteed In many hotels in Italy, the triple rooms are double room with an additional bed or sofa bed. Their comfort conditions are lower than the international standards of the triple room No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed

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Day 1 Day 1: Arrival Malpensa Or Linate Airport / Car Hire Pick-Up – Lake Maggiore (60Km – 1Hr / 115Km – 1.5Hr)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Arrival Malpensa Or Linate Airport / Car Hire Pick-Up – Lake Maggiore (60Km – 1Hr / 115Km – 1.5Hr)

Arrival at the Milan Malpensa or Linate Airport and pick-up the car. Night spent in the region of Lake Maggiore. Please note that this tour is a suggested itinerary. While the sites listed may be visited independently, the package does not cover any applicable entrance or tour fees. Overnight in Lake Maggiore area.
Day 2 Day 2: Lake Maggiorestresa And The Borromeo Islands
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Lake Maggiorestresa And The Borromeo Islands

Breakfast at the hotel. This day is entirely dedicated to the discovery of Lake Maggiore. Leaving from the loading dock of Stresa by ferryboat to visit, by crossing the Borromeo bay, the three islands of this little archipelago: L’Isola Bella, l’Isola Madre and l’Isola dei Pescatori. On the Isola Bella the Borromeo Palace will be visited where it is possible to admire the thirty main rooms distributed over two floors. Recently the gallery of the “General Berthier” was opened to the public. The baroque garden of the Isola Bella, which is composed of 10 terraces, is considered to be one of the most beautiful gardens of Italy. The next island is L’isola dei Pescatori, which has still 50 inhabitants and was built in the sixth century. Its main characteristics are the narrow streets, the little boutiques and many restaurants which serve mainly the fish of the lake. There is also a very beautiful little church consecrated to San Vittore. And to finish off, the last Island to visit is L’Isola Madre, where the English-style botanical gardens dominate the scene with thousands of plants and flowers. In the palace there are period furniture and the puppet theatre. In the garden of the Isola Madre the peacocks, the pheasant and the parrots combined together, create a joyous atmosphere. Overnight in Lake Maggiore area.
Day 3 Day 3: Lake Maggiore – Lake Como – Lake Maggiore (250Km – 5Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Lake Maggiore – Lake Como – Lake Maggiore (250Km – 5Hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Lake Como. You will succumb to the charm of this region and discover an explosion of Mediterranean colours of the gardens filled with camellias, oleanders and luxurious palm trees around the light blue lakes. In Lenno it will be possible to visit Villa Balbianiello and then in Cernobbio Villa d’Este. Moving on to Tramezzo where you will visit Villa Carlotta, an example of life of the nobility of Lombardy. They loved living in very beautiful houses surrounded by magnificent gardens and full of treasures of art. Villa Carlotta houses works of Canova, Tadolini and Thorvaldesen. Departure by boat (pax + car) of Cadenabbia (near Villa Carlotta) to Bellagio, known as “the pearl of the lake”, a “charming villa full of history”. Here we will walk to La Punta Spartivento where you will be able to admire the bifurcation of the lake and the mountains which surround this enchanting landscape. Then visit some magnificent gardens of Villa Melzi, in addition to the visit of the superb Botanical Garden. Departure to Como and short visit of the city, where we suggest you see some examples of very different but very interesting architecture: The Dome with the Cupolas of Filippo Juvara and la Casa del Fascio (House of the Fascists) which is an extraordinary example of Italian rationalism. You will have the possibility to do an excursion by funicular to Brunate, to admire the breathtaking view over Lake Como. At the end of the afternoon, you will leave for Lake Garda. Night spent in the region of Lake Maggiore. Overnight in Lake Maggiore area.
Day 4 Day 4: Lake Maggiore – Bergamo – Lake Garda (225Km – 4.5Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Lake Maggiore – Bergamo – Lake Garda (225Km – 4.5Hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Bergamo and stop to visit the upper city (by funicular). Though the medieval streets, which still have their charm, we will go up to “la Rocca”, an ancient defensive point where you will be able to admire an unexpected view of the lower city and the valleys in the surroundings. Then we will arrive at Piazza Vecchia, the heart of the city, in which there are the ancient palaces of the city and the impressive “Campanone”. The majestic and unique Piazza del Duomo will welcome us with its basilica Santa Maria Maggiore, gem of the roman art, the Cathedral, the Baptistery and the Chapelle Colleoni, unique gem of the Renaissance. Then walk “la Corsarola”, the main street of the upper city with many ancient and modern shops, restaurants and cafés. Continuation to Lake Garda with a stop in the peninsula of Sirmione to visit this beautiful little city. We will visit the Scaliger caste (lords della Scala, of Verona), a beautiful medieval castle surrounded by the waters of the lake. The view of the dungeon is splendid. The visit of the famous caves of Catullo is very interesting and rich in terms of the views over the lake. It is a large ancient Roman villa. Take a stroll in this beautiful city and admire also the splendid villas, such as the villa of Maria Callas. Night spent in the region of Lake Garda. Overnight in Lake Garda area.
Day 5 Day 5: Lake Garda – Verona – Borghetto – Parco Sigurtá – Lake Garda (55Km – 1Hr)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Lake Garda – Verona – Borghetto – Parco Sigurtá – Lake Garda (55Km – 1Hr)

Breakfast at the hotel. You cannot miss to visit Verona. The most beautiful places to see are: the Verona Arena, a Roman amphitheatre, the symbol of the city where plenty of prestigious concerts take place and also the famous Verona festival (dedicated to the opera); the house of Juliette with its balcony; Piazza delleErbe, Piazza dei Signori; the Basilica of San Zeno, to understand that Verona is a city that offers some evidence of every era: Roman, medieval, Renaissance. In the afternoon you will go to Borghetto sul Mincio, considered one of the most beautiful small villages of Italy. Not far from Borghettosul Mincio you will find Parco Giardino Sigurtà, an extraordinary public park with a beautiful English-style garden. For anyone with an interest in history, you are very close to Solferino with its battlefield and where the Red Cross was created. Night spent in the region of Lake Garda. Overnight in Lake Garda area.
Day 6 Day 6: Lake Gardawesterm Shore & North Side Of Lake Garda Limone – Riva Del Garda – Lake Garda (186Km – 2.5Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Lake Gardawesterm Shore & North Side Of Lake Garda Limone – Riva Del Garda – Lake Garda (186Km – 2.5Hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. You will arrive at Torri del Benaco and then by ferry you will reach Tescolano Maderno on the western shore of the lake. You will keep heading northand stop at Gargnano, where it is possible to see the ancient orangeries. Through the panoramic road by way of Tignale and Tremosine, you will arrive at Limone sul Garda, the small harbour known for its mild climate. In the afternoon continue moving north to visit Lake Ledro, where there is the reconstruction of a prehistoric village and the Museum (not to be missed if you have kids between 8 and 15 years). You will go to Riva del Garda, the most northern point of the lake in the province of Trento. A beautiful little city, a paradise for surfers. In high season we suggest you reach Pregasina, 7 km from Riva, with a unique view over the lake. Night spent in the south-eastern region of Lake Garda. Overnight in Lake Garda area.
Day 7 Day 7: Lake Garda – Milan (150Km – 2Hrs)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Lake Garda – Milan (150Km – 2Hrs)

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to Milan, this day is entirely dedicated to the visit of the city, from Piazza del Duomo where you can admire the Duomo, which is one of the most important symbols of Milan. From Piazza del Duomo you will go to the magnificent Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, which was built around 1870 and it is called “Salotto di Milano”. Your tour will continue by way of the Galleria, you will walk to Piazza della Scala, where it is possible to see the famous theatre La Scala, the “temple of Opera”. From Piazza della Scala, the next place to visit will be Castello Sforzesco. This large building was the siege of Sforza, the Dukes of Milan. In the middle of Piazza Sempione there is l’Arco della Pace, a 25-metre tall monument from the Napoleonic period. It was built in the neoclassical style and decorated with the marble sculpture and the Corinthian columns. You will be able to admire the Basilica di Sant’Ambrogio, but, most importantly, do not miss the visit of La Cena of Leonardo da Vinci inside the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie (which must be booked in advance). Lastly you will walk and go shopping in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele or in the famous Via Montenapoleone, the kingdom of famous fashion brands. Night spent in Milan. Overnight in Milan.
Day 8 Day 8: Milan – Departure Malpensa Or Linate (50Km – 1Hr / 10Km – 20Min)
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Milan – Departure Malpensa Or Linate (50Km – 1Hr / 10Km – 20Min)

Breakfast at the hotel. Delivery of the vehicle at the Milan airports (Malpensa or Linate) and departure to your following destination.

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Enchanting Waters: Discovering The Lakes Of Italy, Self-Driv

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Itinerary of your trip Enchanting Waters: Discovering The Lakes Of Italy, Self-Driv

Day 1: Arrival Malpensa Or Linate Airport / Car Hire Pick-Up – Lake Maggiore (60Km – 1Hr / 115Km – 1.5Hr)

Day 2: Lake Maggiorestresa And The Borromeo Islands

Day 3: Lake Maggiore – Lake Como – Lake Maggiore (250Km – 5Hrs)

Day 4: Lake Maggiore – Bergamo – Lake Garda (225Km – 4.5Hrs)

Day 5: Lake Garda – Verona – Borghetto – Parco Sigurtá – Lake Garda (55Km – 1Hr)

Day 6: Lake Gardawesterm Shore & North Side Of Lake Garda Limone – Riva Del Garda – Lake Garda (186Km – 2.5Hrs)

Day 7: Lake Garda – Milan (150Km – 2Hrs)

Day 8: Milan – Departure Malpensa Or Linate (50Km – 1Hr / 10Km – 20Min)

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