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The Magic of the Italian Lakes + Lake Maggiore

A wonderful tour which combines the truly stunning scenery and old-world charm of Italy's premier lakes, with visits to two contrasting cities.

After your tour, why not extend your stay with an extra 7 nights by beautiful Lake Maggiore?

Choose from any of the hotels in this resort.

On day 8 (Sun) of your tour you will be transferred to your hotel for a relaxing weeks stay before being transferred to Milan airport day 15 (Sun) for your flight back to the UK.

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Hotels

Lake Lugano
Lake Maggiore
Great views from Monte Mottarone
Lake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore
Isola Bella, Laka Maggiore
View over Stresa
Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore
Lake Maggiore from Monte Mottarone
The lake from above Stresa
Lake Lugano
Lake Lugano
Lake Maggiore
Isola Bella
Lake Como
Bellagio, Lake Como
Lake Maggiore, overlooking Verbania
Sirmione Castle, Lake Garda
Verona
Isola Bella, Lake Maggiore
Borromeo Palace and Gardens, Isola Bella

DAY 1: UK - Milan.

Fly to Milan where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Milan. The rest of the day is free for you to get acquainted with this fashionable city.

DAY 2: Milan - Sirmione - Lake Garda.

Before leaving Milan visit the Gothic Duomo before heading towards Lake Garda, and Sirmione, its picturesque spa town. Why not stroll around the narrow cobbled streets taking in the many shops and ice cream parlours. Continue to your hotel on Lake Garda for two nights. (B)

DAY 3: Lake Garda area.

A whole day is yours to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and charming villages, surrounded by the mountains to the north and the gentle slopes of the morainic hills to the south. Alternatively, why not join an optional excursion to the enchanting Dolomites, now a UNESCO heritage site. (B, D)

DAY 4: Lake Garda - Verona - Lake Como.

This morning visit the delightfully romantic city of Verona. See Juliet's balcony and enjoy some time at leisure before heading to Lake Como. (B, D)

DAY 5: Lake Como.

Inspiring everyone from Roman Senators to great composers and Hollywood actors, Lake Como is the romantic image of the Italian lake district, with its cobalt blue waters lined with magnificent mountains, lush gardens and grand villas. Today, get to know the area and join the included boat trip to Bellagio, which occupies one of the most scenic positions in the whole of Italy. (B, D)

DAY 6: Lake Como - Lake Maggiore.

Leave the picturesque resort of Lake Como en route to Lake Maggiore, stopping in the small Swiss town of Lugano with time to admire the small, charming Lake Ceresio. Continue your journey to Baveno for two nights. (B)

DAY 7: Lake Maggiore.

Set between Piedmont, Lombardy and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore is a paradise of crystal waters, backed by towering mountains and surrounded by lush countryside. The day is yours to relax or enjoy some of the many activities available around Lake Maggiore. Perhaps join an optional excursion that takes in the delightful Borromean Islands. (B, D)

DAY 8: Lake Maggiore.

Transfer to your chosen hotel in Lake Maggiore. (Meals as per hotel details).

DAY 9 to 14: Lake Maggiore at leisure.

Spend time relaxing by the shores of Lake Maggiore. (Meals as per hotel details).

DAY 15: Lake Maggiore - Milan - UK.

Transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the UK.

Hotel Splendid
A typical bedroom
Hotel Splendid

Splendid

A comfortable welcoming hotel, the Splendid is an excellent hotel, set in a peaceful location on the lake front, an excellent choice for a relaxing holiday on Lake Maggiore.

Location: Right by the lake with its own large private beach; within walking distance of the centre of Baveno. A zoo and botanical garden at Villa Pallavicino are 1 kilometre away.

Facilities: Swimming pool; sunloungers and deckchairs; restaurant; bar; private beach with sunloungers and parasols; pedalos, canoes and rowing boats for hire; tennis court; fitness centre; sauna and steam room; spa area with a choice of wellness treatments including salt room.

Price includes: Half board in a twin room, with shower and wc; balcony; air-conditioning (Jun-Sep); satellite TV.

Options: Lake view; single room.

Official category: 4 star.

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