b"YOUR ITINERARY UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCESITALYVILLA BALBIANELLO, DAY 4Days 1-3 - London, Lake Como and Villa Balbianello Take a scenic rail journey on theFrom London St Pancras, we take the Eurostar to Paris, continuing toiconic Bernina Express, soaking up Turin for the night. On Day 2, we travel by rail to Milan and continuethe natural beauty of the area as to Lake Como. We check into the Grand Hotel Cadenabbia, our homewe slowly wind towards St Moritz.for seven nights on the shores of the lake. On Day 3, we cruise toDiscover the enchanting villas thatLenno, past striking vineyards and olive groves, where we visit Villaline the shores of Lake Como, with Balbianello. Perched on a wooded peninsula, this striking 18th- a visit to Villa Balbianello.century mansion is a popular filming location. Enjoy a guided tour followed by free time, either at the villa or in charming Lenno.Hunt for truffles and mushrooms in the hills surrounding Lake Days 4-5 - Bellagio and the Bernina Express Como before sitting down to a We sail to picturesque Bellagio, at the tip of the peninsula dividing thedelicious pasta lunch made using 'legs' of the lake. We head up into the woods overlooking Lake Comothe local ingredients.to partake in the centuries-old tradition of truffle hunting. Joined byVisit a local wine producer anda local chef and a specially trained truffle-sniffing dog, we searchenjoy a wine tasting followed by a for truffles and mushrooms before savouring an expertly-preparedrustic lunch on the estate. meal made using our findings. You have free time in Bellagio beforeStep back in time as we explore our return journey across the lake. Discover the old-world streetsthe historic hilltop town of that wind away from the main square, Piazza San Giacomo, a hive ofBergamo.activity. On Day 5, we embark upon an unforgettable journey on the Bernina Express. The line is over 100 years old and is recognised by UNESCO for its engineering and scenery. We journey in panoramic LAKE COMO ANDcarriages, admiring idyllic flower-filled meadows as we wind towardSWITZERLAND St MoritzSt Moritz, where you have time to explore. St Moritz is one of THE BERNINA EXPRESS Switzerland's most iconic resort towns; maybe window-shop at theCadenabbia 7 Tiranoluxury boutiques, or relax with a coffee and watch the world go by. VarennaLake Como10 DAYS FROM 2,095 BY FIRST CLASS RAIL Days 6-7 - Bergamo BergamoEnjoy a free day in Cadenabbia di Griante - a town split in two, with1+1Cadenabbia by the lake and Griante in the hills above. You couldTO/FOM MilanSoak up the beauty of dazzling Lake Como from idyllic Cadenabbia. On thisTURINvisit nearby Villa Carlotta. Built in the 18th century, it boasts pretty spectacular escape we cruise the sparkling waters, taking in lakeside villages andgardens and artworks including sculptures by Canova. On Day 7, weITALYelegant villas, hunt for truffles in the hilly woodland surrounding the lake, andtake a coach to Bergamo, in the foothills of the Alps. We visit the 'CittNights in hotel First Class Rail Coach BoatAlta', or 'upper town', where Renaissance buildings are encircled by experience one of Switzerland's greatest rail journeys - the iconic Bernina Express. 17th-century walls, for a guided tour. This afternoon, we continue to the DOC wine region of Valcalepio, where we visit a wine estate inWHAT'S INCLUDED Gandosso, set in a beautiful rural spot surrounded by greenery. We're treated to a traditional lunch before an introduction to local wineUK Tour Manager throughoutproduction, as we tour the wine cellars before enjoying a tasting.First Class rail travel, Standard THE BERNINA EXPRESSTHE BERNINA EXPRESS, DAY 5 Days 8-10 - Varenna, Menaggio, Turin and London Premier Class on Eurostar We sail to Varenna, where cobbled streets and narrow alleyways givejourneysThe Alpine passage that the Bernina Express makesthe village a medieval feel. After free time, we continue to Menaggio,Complimentary luggage servicefrom Italy to Switzerland has been acclaimed asa little town that epitomises the charms of Italy. Wander along the9 nights' hotel accommodationSwitzerland's most scenic journey, and there'slakeside promenade, perhaps enjoying some ice cream from a much to admire from the train's panoramicgelateria, or soak up the atmosphere in the quaint town square. On17 meals including 9 breakfasts, windows. The route from Tirano passes theDay 9 we transfer by coach to Turin for the night. On Day 10 we travel2 lunches and 6 dinnersmountain-ringed Lake Bianco, whose placid watersto Paris and join the Eurostar to London St Pancras.mirror the sky above, before ascending into theAll tour excursionsglacier-dominated region of Bernina itself, whereYOUR HOTELS the scenery becomes increasingly breathtaking.The views are at perhaps their most magnificent2022 TOUR DATES Max 25 peopleas we travel past the Morteratsch Glacier, taking inDays 1-2awe-inspiring views from the comfort of our seats. Overnight stay in Turin4Apr292,195 Jun3, 102,295 Sep2, 7, 162,395 Days 2-9Of the 55 tunnels and 196 bridges that help theMay13, 202,245 222,345 302,295 Grand Hotel Cadenabbia,train negotiate the trickier, natural elements of the272,295 Jul82,295 Oct72,095 Cadenabbia4route, the Solis Viaduct, Brusio Viaduct and famous Landwasser Viaduct are especially spectacular. Days 9-10 Tour Code: CML| per person based on 2 sharing. Deposit from 400 per person.Overnight stay in Turin4Supplement for solo travellers from 375. 38 ITALY Call us on 01904 521995 or visitfor more information.GreatRail.com for more details 39Visit your local Travel Agent"