b"YOUR ITINERARY10 DAYSFROM ITALYDay 1London and Lyon1,995At London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris then continue by2023 DEPARTURES IN:rail to the handsome French city of Lyon for one night. We check into ourAPR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, hotel before our fi rst dinner together.SEP, OCTDay 2 - SirmioneWe take the train from Lyon to Milan, then transfer to the romanticUNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES town of Sirmione.Set on the shimmering shores of Lake Garda, with an enchanting castle fortress at its entrance, the town is known as the PearlUncover alluring Venice with a of the Lake. guided walking tour and gondola ride through its luminous canals.Day 3 - Sirmione Travel into the lush hills of Your day is free to discover the history and charm of Sirmione. ApartValpolicella for a wine tasting and from the impressive castle, in the 2ld 4uarter youll fi nd a \x1cth centurydinner at a traditional, family-run church and Roman Thermal Baths. The largest of the Italian lakes, Lakewine estate. Garda is known for its stunning Mediterranean panoramas of rolling vineyards and olive groves. Experience Shakespeare's Verona, its fascinating history and Day 4Verona and Valpolicella medieval and Roman architecture. We visit historic Verona for a guided tour, seeing Juliet's balcony andExplore scenic towns on the the city's impressive Roman arena. With free time in the afternoon,shores of Lake Garda, including you could stroll along the Piazza delle Erbe, a former Roman forum. Inpicturesque Malcesine.the afternoon we visit a local wine cooperative in Valpolicella, run by the Mazzi family for over a century. We enjoy an insight into local wineWHAT'S INCLUDED production, a tour and a tasting of the excellent wines, including the famous red Amarone, before enjoying dinner in idyllic surroundings. Expertise of a UK Tour Manager Day 5 - Sirmionefrom start to fi nishEnjoy a free day in Sirmione. You could visit Grotte di Catullo, theFirst Class Rail and all transfers,remains of one of the largest Roman villas in Italy, or maybe enjoy aEurostar Standard Premiertaste of the region at an inviting pavement caf or bar, soaking up theComplimentary luggage servicevibrant history and atmosphere of the town with a glass of local wine.9 nights' 4-Star hotel Day 6VeniceaccommodationWe head to Venice, 'La Serenissima', by rail. A boat transports us along17 meals including 9 breakfasts the shimmering canals to the fabulous St Mark's Square, overlooked byand 8 dinnersthe Basilica and Doge's Palace. We set out on a guided tour of labyrthine streets, narrow canals and historical squares to visit some of Venice'sAll tour excursionsmain sights. Later, we take a serene gondola ride through the city's emblematic waterways, an unforgettable Venetian experience.Days 7 - SirmioneToday is free, to unwind or explore further at your own pace. You couldTOtake advantage of the hotel's thermal pool, fed directly by hot springs.PARISSightseeing by boat is another tempting option. Isola del Garda is a1 TO LAUSANNEfavourite destination, where fragrant acacia and lemon trees frame an extraordinary villa, owned by the Cavazza family.Sirmione Malcesine7 ValpolicellaDay 8Malcesine VeronaWe travel along Lake Garda's eastern shore to Malcesine where you have free time to visit the 14th-century castle, or take the cable car to1 FROM LYON Milan TO VENICEthe summit of Monte Baldo - Lake Gardas highest mountain. We returnITALYto Sirmione by boat, admiring the scenery of Lake Garda.Nights in hotel First Class Rail Coach BoatDay 9-10Sirmione & Lausanne, LondonWe bid farewell to Lake Garda, heading to Milan where we join the trainTour Code: SRL|per person based on to Lausanne for an overnight stay. On Day 10 we leave Lausanne and2 sharing. Deposit from 400 per person. continue by train to Paris. Here, we join the Eurostar service to LondonSupplement for solo travellers from 565.St Pancras. For the latest guidance on entry requirements, please visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-adviceCall us on 01904 527231 or visit greatrail.com for more details 41"