Lake GardaEscorted Tour, Italy

Boasting magnificent fjord-like landscapes, dotted with vibrant lemon groves and charming resort towns, it's no surprise that Lake Garda remains one of Italy's most popular tourist hotspots every year. Enjoy a taste of la dolce vita with a stay on Garda's glorious shores with ample time to explore both under guidance and at your own pace. Make the most of your time with a suite of fascinating optional excursions, from city tours of Venice and Verona to a scenic drive through the nearby Dolomites, and discover the delights of one of Italy's most impressive regions.

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy an optional Grand Circular Tour of Lake Garda

Partake in an optional full-day tour of Venice

Relax and unwind beside the blue waters of Lake Garda

Take the opportunity to explore the city of Verona, the setting that inspired Romeo and Juliet

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Seven nights' bed and breakfast, half board or all-inclusive accommodation in your chosen Lake Garda hotel

Return flights from the UK to Italy

Return airport-to-hotel transfers

ITINERARY

Day One – Fly to Italy

Fly to Venice, Verona or Milan, meet your Tour Manager and transfer to your hotel on Lake Garda.

Day Two – Optional Grand Circular Lake Garda Tour

Discover the marvellous scenery surrounding Lake Garda on today's Grand Circular Tour, exploring the lake by coach and boat. Visit some of the charming lakeside resorts and discover the distinctive character of each section of the shoreline.

Day Three – Optional Verona Excursion

Spend the day at leisure on Lake Garda or join an optional excursion to "fair Verona", the historic setting for the tragedy of "Juliet and her Romeo". See the Roman amphitheatre, where the city's famous opera season is held each year, and treat yourself to a coffee-stop and some people-watching at one of the open-air cafes in the Piazza Bra.

Day Four – Day at leisure

Enjoy a relaxing day at your hotel, or start exploring Lake Garda and the surrounding area. Your Tour Manager will be happy to suggest places to visit and things to do.

Day Five – Optional Dolomites scenery tour

The Dolomites, one of Europe's most spectacular mountain ranges, are the destination on today's sightseeing tour. This full-day excursion takes in Val Rendena, the vast Adamello Glacier, the neighbouring Brenta Dolomites and pretty Val di Genova. Don't miss the chance to take in the stunning views on an optional cable-car ride.

Day Six – Optional Venice excursion

Iconic Venice, a mysterious labyrinth of waterways and alleyways, is one of the world's most beautiful cities. Join our fascinating optional excursion to discover legendary places like the Bridge of Sighs, the Rialto Bridge and the Doge's Palace, famous St Mark's Square with its basilica and bell tower, and the Palace of Prisons.

Day Seven – Day at leisure

Spend a relaxing day enjoying Lake Garda, your hotel and the surrounding area.

Day Eight – Fly back to UK

Bid "Arrivederci Italia", as you transfer back to Milan, Venice or Verona and check in for your flight home.

Lake Garda is located in Escorted Tour, Italy. Accommodation rating is the operators own rating and may not be the official rating. Hotel details correct at 01/07/2025