Away to the Lakes of Italy

Italy

From USD 10,815

ACTIVITY

Cultural Experience Hiking & Trekking History/Heritage

START LOCATION

Milan

Italy

END LOCATION

Milan

Italy

DURATION

12 Days 11 Nights

TRAVELLER(S)

Min. 2 pax, Max. -

CLIMATE

Mediterranean

TEMPERATURE

19°C ~ 30°C

If you seek to embrace a quiet nature and relaxation, a journey to the lakes of Italy with their charming views sounds like a perfect fit. Explore the famous lakes that host historic villages and idyllic nature excursions like nowhere else.

START

Milan

Italy

END

Milan

Italy

DURATION

12 Days 11 Nights

TRAVELLER(S)

Min. 2 pax, Max. -

ACTIVITY

Cultural Experience, Hiking & Trekking, History/Heritage

CLIMATE

Mediterranean

TEMPERATURE

19°C ~ 30°C

Top Experience(s)

A glimpse of things you should not miss.

Map & Itinerary

Discover exciting places, cultures, and nature wonders.

Day 1
Arrival at Milan

Get picked up at Milan Malpensa Airport in Milan and check-in at Villa Crespi. In the afternoon, visit Orta San Giulio Village, and return to the hotel for dinner afterward.

Transport

Airplane

Suggested arrival at Milan (MXP) approximately at 10.00 AM

Included Experience(s)
  • Orta San Giulio Village

Day 2
Orta San Giulio

Start your day by visiting a magnificent Vacciaghatto garden, and exploring San Giulio Island by private boat. Set in the mountain-rimmed Lake Orta, this is a fairytale island. Then take a sight to San Filiberto church. Despite various alterations over the centuries, the church still kept its Romanic majesty. Next, you can admire the beautiful Cascata Della Qualba. At last, check-in at Grand Hotel Des IIes Borromees.

Included Experience(s)
  • Church San Filiberto
  • Della Qualba Waterfall
  • Mergozzo Village
  • Alpinia Botanical Garden
  • Guided Tour
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 3
Boromee Island

Explore the enchanting group of three small islands. Madre Island which is the biggest and botanical garden island, Pescatori Island which is the smallest island, and Bella Island, a masterpiece on the water of lake maggiore that features scenic gardens, picturesque architecture, and enriching artistic legacies.

Included Experience(s)
  • Madre Island
  • Pescatori Island
  • Bella Island
  • Guided Tour
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 4
Stresa

Visit the highlight of this famous town, Pallavicino Park. Then explore the Hermitage perched high on the cliffs of Lago Maggiore overlooking the Borromeo Gulf, Santa Caterina del Sasso. Don’t forget to explore the Rocca di Angera, a castle on a lakeside hilltop in the limits of the town of Angera. Afterward, check-in at Sole di Ranco.

Included Experience(s)
  • Pallavicino Park
  • Santa Caterina del Sasso
  • Rocca di Angera
  • Guided Tour
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 5
Move to Switzerland

Visit Taranto garden, and explore other unmissable excursions. Then, check-in at Boutique-Hotel La Rocca.

Included Experience(s)
  • Villa Taranto Garden
  • Maggiore Lake
  • Mount Morissolo
  • Casetta Elisabetta Garden
  • Guided Tour
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 6
Explore Brissago Island

Start your day by embarking on your boat to the botanical garden of Brissago, which offers impressions of exotic subtropical countries. Enjoy the city tour at Ascona, Switzerland's lowest lying town. Then stop by at Villa Fogazzaro in Oria, an artistic and literary testimony of rare charm and great beauty. You also visit Church San Martino. Then check-in at Grand Hotel Menaggio with the magnificent view of Lake Como.

Included Experience(s)
  • Botanical Garden of Brissago Island
  • Villa Fogazzaro in Oria
  • Church San Martino
  • Guided Tour
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 7
Visit Villa Carlotta

Enjoy serene landscapes with a visit to the beautiful Villa Carlotta by boat. Villa Carlotta is surrounded by a wide botanical garden, also famous for its art collection. Afterward, you can admire the beautiful natural waterfall, Orrido di Nesso.

Included Experience(s)
  • Villa Carlotta
  • Orrido di Nesso
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 8
Transfer to Varenna and Explore the Neighborhood

Start your morning by visiting Church San Lorenzo, a beautiful church that overlooks the Lake Como, then visit the famous Villa del Balbianello. Next, get transferred to Varenna by ferry boat and head to Castello di Vezio. Check-in at Hotel Villa Cipressi and witness the stunning botanical garden inside.

Included Experience(s)
  • Church San Lorenzo
  • Villa del Balbianello
  • Castello di Vezio
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 9
Visit Mezzola Lake

The special attraction of Mezzola Lake is its location between steep, spectacular mountain ranges. Wander the lake by small private boat. Moreover, explore other exciting destinations, such as Church San Fedelino, Abbazia Cistercense di Piona, and Orrido di Bellano as well.

Included Experience(s)
  • Mezzola Lake
  • Church San Fedelino
  • Abbazia Cistercense di Piona
  • Orrido di Bellano
  • Guided Tour
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 10
Move to Bellagio

Get transferred to the ‘Pearl of Lake Como’ by ferry car. Next, explore the world-famous villas overlooking the water, for instance, Villa Serbelloni Park and Villa Melzi D'Eril. Then, check-in at Villa Serbelloni afterward.

Included Experience(s)
  • Villa Serbelloni Park
  • Villa Melzi D'Eril
Meals
  • Breakfast

Day 11
Explore Bellagio

Visit Villa Pietraluna di Piano Rancio, see the beautiful panorama between mountain and lake. Then move to the lovely atmosphere of Garden di Poggio Castello in Monguzzo. Continue your journey to Cernobbio, a small town located northwest of Como, and visit the lovely botanical garden, Della Valle Garden.

Transfer to Milan

Get transported to Milan, and check-in at ALTIDO Galleria, Milan.

Included Experience(s)
  • Villa Pietraluna di Piano Rancio
  • Private Garden di Poggio Castello
  • Della Valle Garden
Meals
  • Breakfast
  • Dinner

Day 12
Departure

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Milan Malpensa Airport for your outbound flight. End of service.

Meals
  • Breakfast

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img What’s Included?
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • English speaking driver
  • Accommodations as per above itinerary based on Twin-Sharing (2 persons per room)
  • Meals mentioned in the itinerary 
  • Private tours and guided activities as indicated in the itinerary
  • Airport meet and greet services
  • Entrance fees, donations and parking fees as per itinerary
  • VAT
img What’s Not Included?
  • International and Domestic airfares
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Visa fee / arrangement if applicable
  • Luggage Handling
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone call, SIM Card, room service, mini bar, etc
  • Personal health and travel insurance
  • Any additional excursions/activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary
img What’s Included?
  • Private air-conditioned transportation
  • English speaking driver
  • Accommodations as per above itinerary based on Twin-Sharing (2 persons per room)
  • Meals mentioned in the itinerary 
  • Private tours and guided activities as indicated in the itinerary
  • Airport meet and greet services
  • Entrance fees, donations and parking fees as per itinerary
  • VAT
img What’s Not Included?
  • International and Domestic airfares
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Visa fee / arrangement if applicable
  • Luggage Handling
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone call, SIM Card, room service, mini bar, etc
  • Personal health and travel insurance
  • Any additional excursions/activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary