b'YOUR ITINERARY 10 DAY HOLIDAYFROM ITALYDays 1-2From London Day 6Free day to explore 1,595 PPto glistening Lake GardaLake Garda Our holiday begins when we meet atWith a free day today, you might London St Pancras, before boardingchoose to relax by the pool or to2024 Departures in: the Eurostar to Paris and passing theexplore further afield. The chance toMAR, APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG,Italian Alps to Turin where we spendsightsee by boat is a tempting option,SEP, OCTthe night. We have time on Day 2perhaps sailing to Gardone Riviera,to explore dignified Turin, beforea hidden gem and one of Italys most 1 2 3 4continuing our journey by rail to ourbeautiful small towns. SurroundedEveryday Traveller ratedhotel in Desenzano on Lake Garda. by mountains, the town features the Andr Heller Botanic Garden, withYOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES:Day 3Exploring enchantingunusual plants from all over the world Sirmione at your leisure decorated with contemporary artExpertise of a UK Tour Manager sculptures. There are many enticingfrom start to finishThis morning we take a short cruiserestaurants for you to choose from to Sirmione, one of Lake Gardasthis evening as we dine independently. Standard Class rail and all most delightful towns. You are free totransfersdiscover Sirmione independently andDay 7A boat trip to beautiful All rail and coach travel may wish to visit the striking ScaligeroIsola del Garda and an apritif throughout your tourCastle which guards the entrance to the peninsula and offers greatWith a morning at leisure, theres a9 nights 4-Star hotel views across the lake from the topchance to enjoy a lakeside walk inaccommodation 7 nights in a of its fortified walls. We sail back toDesenzano. This afternoon we sailmodern, family-run hotel close to Desenzano this afternoon and dine across Lake Garda, heading to thethe centre of Desenzano, one night at our hotel restaurant this evening. wondrous Isola del Garda, the lakesin Italian city of Turin on the outward largest island. Isola del Garda hasjourney and one night in Chambry, Day 4Discovering delightfulbeen owned by the Cavazza familyFrance, on the return journeyDesenzanofor generations and we explore the exquisite villa and gardens on aBreakfast each day and 7 dinnersA free day presents the ideal chanceguided tour before relaxing with aAll tour excursionsto get to know Desenzano, or maybedrink with a member of the Cavazza venture further afield by rail. The mainfamily. We return to Desenzano by square, Piazza Malvezzi, is behindboat and dine at our hotel tonight.the Venetian port, while theres also a pretty marina and ancient harbour. You could catch a train to stylish Day 8Shakespeares Verona Milan, or explore the lake by boat,Today we travel by coach to historic taking in picturesque Bardolino Verona which may be best-known as known for its red wine and olive oil.the setting for Shakespeares Romeo and Juliet. On a guided tour we view Day 5A tour of magical VeniceRoman ruins and medieval buildings,1 TO CHAMBRY LAKE GARDAalso seeing Juliets balcony and theMilanToday we travel by rail to gloriousawe-inspiring Roman Arena. With free1 7 VeronaVenice, a high point of our holiday.time you could stroll into the heart ofDesenzano VeniceOn arrival we are transferred by aromantic Verona to the Piazza delleTurinprivate boat to St Marks Square, theErbe which buzzes with lively cafs, or heart and soul of Venice, where weenjoy panoramic views of the city fromITALYsee the impressive landmarks of Stthe 84-metre tall Torre dei Lamberti.Marks Basilica and the Doges Palace. On a guided tour through charmingTOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:Tour Code: DZL |per person based on 2 streets we see the Bridge of Sighs. Oursharing. Deposit from 300 per person. guide shares stories of the attractionsDiscovering Shakespeares view ofSupplement for solo travellers from 500 along the route, which finishes in Stancient Verona on a guided tourMarks Square. Afterwards we canDays 9-10Homeward boundTo book and for continue discovering this floating city at our own pace, before we return toWe leave the beautiful surroundingsinformation go toof Lake Garda for a coach transfer to Desenzano and dine at our hotel. Milan, continuing by rail to Chambrygreatrail.com/DZL24 TOUR MANAGERS HIGHLIGHT:in France, where we spend the night inor call 01904 527168a hotel. On Day 10, we travel by rail to Exploring ethereal Venice on Paris, joining the Eurostar service back& speak to oura fascinating guided walking tour to London St Pancras International.expert team.15'