b"TO/FROMPARISYOUR ITINERARY ITALYDays 1-2 - London, Turin and Lake Garda Milan LAKE GARDADesenzanoWe meet at London St Pancras and board the Eurostar to Paris. From7 Veronahere we continue by rail to Turin for the night, making our way by rail toVeniceLake Garda on Day 2 and arriving in the bustling town of Desenzano. We spend seven nights here at the Hotel Desenzano, a charming family-run1+1 Turin ITALYhotel within walking distance of the lake. Days 3-4 - Sirmione and Desenzano Nights in hotel Standard Class RailThis morning, we cruise across the lake to Sirmione, one of Lake Garda's most delightful towns. The winding lanes and pretty piazzas are mostlyTOUR HIGHLIGHTSpedestrianised, which makes strolling through the town a pleasure. There is free time here; perhaps explore Rocca Scaligera for beautifulDiscover the breathtaking city of views over the lake from its ramparts. Spend a free day in Desenzano onVenice, with its narrow lanes and Day 4. The centre is filled with pretty squares lined with pavement cafswinding canals, on a fascinating and restaurants, offering the perfect opportunity to relax. guided tour.Days 5-7 - Venice, Desenzano and Isola del GardaCruise to Isola del Garda to Travel by rail to glorious Venice, famed for its snaking waterways. A boatexplore the Villa Borghese-transports us to St Mark's Square where we're greeted by a local guideCavazza, and enjoy an aperitif in who introduces us to the city on a walking tour. The afternoon is freethe stunning grounds.to explore. You could visit the Bridge of Sighs, cross the famous RialtoSoak up the alluring culture of Bridge, or take a gondola ride. Day 6 is free to explore Desenzano. YouShakespeare's Verona on a guided could make your way to the Old Town and explore the pavement cafs,tour of its historic centre.bars, and shops that line the historic streets. We cruise across LakeSail across the sparkling waters Garda on Day 7 to wooded Isola del Garda, the biggest island on the lakeof Lake Garda to Sirmione, the and dominated by Villa Borghese-Cavazza. A superb example of neo- 'Pearl of the Lake', with free time Gothic architecture, we explore the exquisite villa and extensive gardensto explore.on a guided tour, before ending our visit with an aperitif of local wine.Stay in pretty Desenzano, one Days 8-10 - Verona, Turin and London of Lake Garda's most charming We travel by rail to beautiful Verona, where our guided tour introducestowns, with time to explore.us to the city's rich history as we wander amongst Roman ruins andWHAT'S INCLUDED medieval buildings, seeing Juliet's balcony and the Roman Arena.With free time afterwards, you could discover the remarkable Gothic architecture of the Scaligeri tombs, where the remains of the ScaligeriUK Tour Manager throughoutfamily, former rulers of Verona, are interred. Alternatively, you couldStandard Class rail travelspend some time perusing the designer shops on the fashionable Via Mazzini. On Day 9 we take the train to Turin, where we spend the night.Complimentary luggage serviceContinuing by rail to Paris on Day 10, we board the Eurostar service back to London St Pancras. 9 nights' hotel accommodation16 meals including 9 breakfasts and 7 dinnersAll tour excursionsYOUR HOTELS 2021 TOUR DATES Max 25 peopleDays 1-2Mar251,495 Jun171,745 Sep21,795 Overnight stay in Turin4Apr81,545 241,795 9SOLD OUT Days 2-915, 291,595 Jul11,795 161,795 Hotel Desenzano, Desenzano4May61,595 81,745 231,695 Days 9-10 13, 201,645 151,695 301,645 Overnight stay in Turin4301,695 291,645 Oct71,595Jun3, 101,695 Aug19, 261,645 141,495Tour Code: DZL| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 270 per person. Supplement for solo travellers from 450. Call us on 01904 527199 or visitfor more information.GreatRail.com for more details 45Visit your local Travel Agent"