b"YOUR ITINERARY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCESITALYROCCA SCALIGERA, SIRMIONE, DAYS 2-9Days 1-2 - London, Lyon and Sirmione Uncover alluring Venice with From London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris, continuinga gondola ride through its to the handsome city of Lyon for the night. On Day 2, we continue tolabyrinthine canals and an Lake Garda, a world-famous Italian lake that boasts Mediterraneaninsightful guided walking tour.panoramas of rolling vineyards and olive groves. Our destination isTravel to the lush hills of the peaceful town of Sirmione, where we spend seven nights.Valpolicella for a tasting of local wines and homemade dinner at a Days 3-4 - Sirmione, Verona and Valpolicella traditional family-run wine estate. Today is free in Sirmione, a place bursting with history and charm.Soak up the Shakespearian city You could step back in time at the Rocca Scaligera - a 13th-centuryof Verona, filled with fascinating castle that dominates the Old Quarter, or enjoy a taste of Italy inhistory, medieval and Roman one of the inviting local cafs. On Day 4, we visit historic Verona forarchitecture, and rich culture. a guided tour, seeing Juliet's famous balcony and the great Roman arena. With free time this afternoon, you could stroll along the PiazzaStay in the historic heart of the delle Erbe, a former Roman forum. Leaving Verona, we head to a localtown known as the 'Pearl of the wine cooperative in Valpolicella which has been in the Mazzi familyLake', Sirmione. for over a century and is now passionately run by brothers Roberto, Stefano and Antonio. We enjoy an insight into local wine productionExplore the scenic towns dotted with a tour and a tasting of the excellent wines, including the famousaround the shores of Lake Garda, full-bodied red Amarone, before sitting down to a mouthwateringincluding striking Malcesine.dinner of homemade dishes in the idyllic surroundings.SIRMIONE ONDays 5-6 - Sirmione and Venice 1 FROM LYONEnjoy a free day in Sirmione. You could visit Grotte di Catullo, once LAKE GARDA one of the largest Roman villas in Italy. On Day 6, we head to the 'Floating City' of Venice by rail. Set in its own shimmering lagoon - an incredible environment that has UNESCO World Heritage Status - aMalcesine10 DAYS FROM 1,895 BY FIRST CLASS RAIL boat transports us to St Mark's Square, overlooked by St Mark'sSirmione 7 ValpolicellaBasilica, the Doge's Palace, and the iconic bell tower. We set out onVeronaTOa guided tour through elegant streets, passing narrow canals andPARISSomething Special small squares to visit some of Venice's main sights. Later, we're1 Milan TO VENICEKnown as the 'Pearl of the Lake', stunning Sirmione is perched on the southerntreated to a gondola ride through the city's emblematic waterways, anTurin ITALYunforgettable Venetian experience and the perfect way to soak up the shores of iconic Lake Garda. On this exceptional tour we sample Italian wine in theundeniable romance of Venice from a unique viewpoint. Nights in hotel First Class Rail Coach Boatrural wine region of Valpolicella, discover unique culture in Verona and Malcesine,WHAT'S INCLUDED Days 7-8 - Sirmione and Malcesine and float along the waterways of Venice on an unforgettable gondola ride. You have another free day in Sirmione to unwind. You could take advantage of the area's thermal springs - our hotel has its ownUK Tour Manager throughoutthermal pool, fed directly by hot springs. On Day 8, we travel by coachFirst Class rail travel, Standard up Lake Garda's eastern shore to Malcesine. Here, the lake resemblesPremier Class on Eurostar HOTEL CONTINENTAL HOTEL CONTINENTAL the Norwegian fjords, with dramatic cliffs rising steeply from thejourneyswater. You have free time in Malcesine to visit its 14th-century castle or take the cable car to the summit of Monte Baldo. We make ourComplimentary luggage serviceThe Continental is perfectly-placed close toreturn journey by boat, admiring the scenery from the water.Sirmione's historical centre, overlooking the shores9 nights' hotel accommodationof beautiful Lake Garda. The hotel offers wonderfulDays 9-10 - Sirmione, Turin and home 17 meals including 9 breakfasts interiors, retaining spectacular traditional featuresWe take the train to Turin, where we spend the night. On Day 10, weand 8 dinnersincluding its impressive white marble staircasestravel by rail to Paris and join the Eurostar to London St Pancras.All tour excursionsand Venetian Murano chandeliers. There's a restaurant and lounge bar, as well as a2022 TOUR DATES Max 25 people YOUR HOTELS garden terrace, perfect for relaxing with a glass of chilled wine, and a private jetty. Leisure facilitiesApr101,995 Jul32,295 Sep182,345 Days 1-2include an outdoor swimming pool and a wellnessMay12,095 102,245 252,295 Overnight stay in Lyon 4centre. Here, you can relax in the geothermal pool,8, 15, 222,195 172,195Oct32,095 Days 2-9fed directly by Sirmione's natural spa. The spaciousHotel Continental, Sirmione4bedrooms are classic in style and have a walk-out292,245 Aug212,195 91,995balcony with either a view of the gardens or lake.Jun5, 19, 262,295282,345 161,895 Days 9-10 122,295 Sep4, 112,395 Overnight stay in Turin4Tour Code: SRL| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 400 per person. 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