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Italy Express: Lake Garda

Italy Express: Lake Garda

From $ 2,750 AUD

Description

Explore lakeside gems on this six-day adventure through northern Italy. Based at Lake Garda, you’ll discover Mesolithic remains at Manerba del Garda, sit down to lunch at a local winery and join a guided walking tour through Verona. Stroll through the romantic city, famed for its Roman Arena, see Juliet’s balcony and cruise across Lake Garda to Sirmione. Learn about the ancient ruins at Grotte di Catullo and enjoy plenty of free time to explore at your own pace – maybe visit Scaliger Castle or join your fellow travellers for a pizza feast!

Trip Name
Italy Express: Lake Garda
Last Updated
1970-01-01
Days
6
Capacity
16
Highlights
  • Visit Manerba del Garda – a lakeside gem with a millennia-old past, Mesolithic remains, stilt houses, beautiful beaches and scenic parklands.
  • Stroll through bustling piazzas, see Juliet’s balcony (and maybe find your Romeo), and discover the historic architecture on a walking tour through Verona.
  • Take a ferry to Sirmione – a lakeside town known for its preserved ruins and thermal baths. Join a guided walk through the Grotte di Catullo and learn about the fascinating 1st-century Roman ruins.
  • Unpack fewer times with comfortable accommodation as your base each night, then make the most of each day with convenient transfers to your activities.
  • Enjoy plenty of free time to choose your own adventure, with optional daytrips and activities. Maybe take a sunset cruise along Lake Garda or see the beautiful gardens of poet Gabriele D’Annunzio.

Itinerary

ITINERARY CHANGES Our itineraries are updated regularly throughout the year based on customer feedback and to reflect the current situation in each destination. The information included in this Essential Trip Information may therefore differ from when you first booked your trip. It's important that you review this information prior to travel so that you have the latest updates. Due to weather, local conditions, transport schedules, public holidays, political unrest or other factors, further changes may be necessary to your itinerary once in-country. Your group leader or local representative will keep you up to date with any such changes once your trip is underway and has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the trip itinerary if deemed necessary due to safety concerns. , OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES A selection of optional activities that have been popular with past travellers are listed in the day-to-day itinerary. This isn't an exhaustive list and should be used as a guide only for some of what might be available. Prices are approximate, are for entrance fees only, and don’t include transport to and from the sites or local guides unless indicated. All activities are subject to availability, and maybe on a join-in basis. It may not be possible to do all the activities listed in the time available at each destination, so some pre-planning for what you are most interested in is advised. When it's recommended that travellers pre-book these activities, look for a note in the Special Information section of the day-to-day itinerary. For most, they can either be organised independently on the day, or let your group leader or local representative know you are interested at the Welcome Meeting and they can assist. Where activities are considered medium or high risk, we work with operators whose safety and credentials we have sighted and assessed. Although it is possible that you may find the same activity cheaper with another operator on the ground, we cannot vouch for the safety or quality of that operator. Medium and high-risk activities not listed above have not been assessed by us and as such our staff and group leader or local representative are unable to assist you with organising these activities. Activities that contravene our Responsible Travel policies are also not listed. Please remember that the decision to partake in any activity not listed is at your own discretion and risk., MUSEUM VISITS & OPENING TIMES Many sites, attractions and museums are closed on Mondays (and sometimes Tuesdays). We recommend checking the opening times of anywhere you're interested to visit and making reservations where required/possible.

Day 1 - Lake Garda
Ciao! Welcome to Italy. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 10 am this morning in Manerba del Garda, situated on the shores of Lake Garda – the largest lake in Italy known for its crystal-clear waters, medieval fortresses and mountains. After your welcome meeting, set off on an orientation walk through Manerba de Garda. With remains from the Mesolithic period, stilt houses and beautiful beaches, there’s plenty to see here. Stop at a local winery for lunch before enjoying a free afternoon to continue exploring at your own pace. Tonight, maybe get to know your fellow travellers over dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 2 - Lake Garda
Today is free for you to choose your own adventure! You might take a cable car from Malcesine to Monte Baldo for panoramic views of the lake or visit Isola del Garda – the largest island on Lake Garda and part of the commune of San Felice del Benaco. Later, you could stroll through the Heller Botanical Gardens, relax in the thermal spas or set off on a bike ride through the cliffside tunnels in Limone.
Day 3 - Lake Garda
This morning, set off on a guided walking tour of Verona. Explore the romantic city famed for its Roman Arena and the legendary balcony of Juliet’s house from Romeo and Juliet. Stroll through its bustling piazzas and historic architecture and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of this UNESCO World Heritage–listed city. Tonight, maybe find a local restaurant for dinner – your local leader will have the best recommendations!
Day 4 - Lake Garda
Today is a free day for you to explore at your own pace. Maybe lace up your walking boots and set off along the scenic Old Ponale Road Path near Riva del Garda orvisit Limone sul Garda – a town known for its lemon groves and traditional limoncello. Or head into the Dolomites – the scenic mountain range that forms part of the Southern Limestone Alps. In the afternoon, maybe explore the lake on a sunset cruise, visit the grand villa and gardens of poet Gabriele D’Annunzio at Vittoriale degli Italiani or discover the medieval castle in Arco.
Day 5 - Lake Garda
This morning, board a ferry to Sirmione – a lakeside town known for its thermal baths and Roman ruins. When you arrive, set off on a guided walk through the Grotte di Catullo – the fascinating ruins of a 1st-century Roman villa overlooking Lake Garda. As you wander through the ancient stone walls, hear the stories and learn about life in Roman times. This afternoon, enjoy some free time in Sirmione – maybe discover the historic Scaliger Castle, stroll through the town centre, Centro Storico Sirmione, or visit Chiesa di San Pietro. Later, take the ferry back across Lake Garda. Tonight, maybe join your group for dinner.
Day 6 - Lake Garda
After a morning spent at your leisure, rejoin your group for lunch at a local restaurant in Manerba de Garda. If you haven’t got your pizza and pasta fix yet, be sure to tuck in! After lunch, your trip comes to an end. If you’re not ready to say goodbye to Italy, why not stay a few extra days — just speak with your booking agent ahead of time.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
18-06-202623-06-2026AUD $ 2,750-
02-07-202607-07-2026AUD $ 2,750-
23-07-202628-07-2026AUD $ 2,750-
03-09-202608-09-2026AUD $ 3,060-
10-09-202615-09-2026AUD $ 3,060-
01-10-202606-10-2026AUD $ 2,895-
22-10-202627-10-2026AUD $ 2,895-
20-05-202725-05-2027AUD $ 3,020-
03-06-202708-06-2027AUD $ 3,020-
17-06-202722-06-2027AUD $ 3,020-
01-07-202706-07-2027AUD $ 3,020-
15-07-202720-07-2027AUD $ 3,020-
05-08-202710-08-2027AUD $ 3,020-
26-08-202731-08-2027AUD $ 3,170-
09-09-202714-09-2027AUD $ 3,170-
23-09-202728-09-2027AUD $ 2,875-
07-10-202712-10-2027AUD $ 2,875-
21-10-202726-10-2027AUD $ 3,020-

Accommodation

Hotel (5 nights)

Transport

Private vehicle, Ferry

Map