b'DiscoveriesDiscover the serene atmosphere of Lake Garda, travelling to Rail Option Available * Lake GardaItaly by air, and visit the glorious cities of Verona and Venice8 DAYS from 1,599ppfrom your base in a picturesque lakeside town. 1,399 pp (BY AIR)All Inclusive (FLY) YOUR ITINERARYLAKEDay 1. Flight to Italy GARDAYour holiday begins at London Gatwick as you meet the Tour Manager and flyMalcesineto Verona. On arrival, we are transferred to our hotel in Garda, a small town7 Gardaon the shores of the lake. Centrally located and near the water, our hotel hasDesenzano 7 Veronaa peaceful courtyard. A three-course dinner is served, with selected drinksSirmioneincluded between 5pm and 10pm, tonight and every night in the hotel. VeniceDay 2. Lake Garda cruise to Malcesine This morning we enjoy a boat ride to the medieval hamlet of Malcesine. WithITALYfree time, you could visit the 14th-century castle which dominates the village. Colourful buildings line narrow cobbled streets down to the shorefront, where small piazzas look out across the lake. The boat ferries us back to Garda later.WHATS INCLUDED:Day 3. Enjoying the serenity of GardaWith a free day, you can explore Garda at your own pace. With access to 7 nights 4-Star hotel a swimming pool at a nearby, sister hotel, you could go for a dip, or youaccommodationcould soak up the scenery of the lake on a walk to the Rocca di Garda at the Standard Class rail travelsouthern end of town. Alternatively, you could visit neighbouring Bardolino, a Return flights from Londontown famed for its wine harvest festival, held annually in October.Gatwick to VeronaDay 4. Discovering Shakespeares Verona on a guided tourAll rail, ferry and coach travel A coach takes us to historic Verona, a UNESCO-listed city known as the settingthroughout your tourfor Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet. On a guided tour we are introducedExpertise of a UK Tour Manager to the citys ancient history, taking in Juliets balcony and the awe-inspiringfrom start to finishRoman Arena, which predates Romes Colosseum. We return to Garda in theBreakfast and dinner each day,late afternoon, with time to relax before dinner and drinks at the hotel. 6 lunchesDay 5. Exploring Lake Garda at leisure Drinks package from 5pm-10pm Today is a free day and you could make use of the lake boats to enjoy someeach day in GardaLovely toursmore sightseeing. A lesser-known spot to explore is Gardone Riviera, oneAll guided tours and excursionsof Italys most beautiful small towns. Surrounded by mountains, and with a to differentpalm-lined promenade, the town features the Andr Heller Botanic Gardenplaceshighlya two-acre site filled with unusual plants from all over the world. * To view the rail option for this holiday recommend. go to greatrail.com/LESDay 6. A guided tour of VeniceJennifer, 2024 A highlight of our tour awaits, a coach trip to the Floating City of Venice. OnTour Code: LES| per person based onarrival, we transfer by private boat to St Marks Square. This is the site of2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers St Marks Basilica and Doges Palace. On a guided tour, we explore hiddenfrom 400.backstreets, seeing the house where Vivaldi was born and the Bridge of Sighs LAKE GARDAwhich links the citys prison with the Doges Palace. The guide shares stories2025 Departures: of the landmarks and our tour ends back in St Marks Square. After the tour,MAY, JUN, SEP, OCTSIRMIONE VENICE MALCESINE there is free time to explore the atmospheric city or unwind with a coffee. Day 7. Discovering Sirmione, the Pearl of Lake Garda Everyday Traveller RatedWe embark on a short cruise to Sirmione today. Set on a narrow peninsula1 2 3 4which stretches into the lake, this medieval fortress town is a pleasure to explore on foot. You can discover Sirmione independently this afternoon. Among the streets are beautifully restored buildings, including a 14th-centurySecure your place nowchurch and Scaligero Castle, which guards the entrance to the town. with a 425pp depositDay 8. Homeward bound For more information on Your holiday comes to an end today as you transfer to Verona airport thisdates and prices,morning before your flight to London Gatwick, landing later today.visit greatrail.com/LES-FLY20Call 01904 527168 to speak to our team ITALY 21'