Lake Garda - Venice & Verona - Sat 23rd Sept 2023

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Lake Garda is, without doubt, one of Europe’s most beautiful destinations. Here, Italy’s largest lake meets the Alps creating a splendid natural scenery as the mountains seem to plunge straight into the sparkling blue waters of the lake. The wonderful climate of the area has created verdant valleys where rich vegetation including lemons, oranges, olives and grapes flourish. Dotted along the shores of the lake are towns and villages which are best reached by taking one of the many pleasure craft which cruise on the lake.

We have included an excursion with a local guide to Romeo & Juliet’s romantic Verona and a day to discover romantic Venice!

Our journey to Italy is part of your holiday with some awesome scenery along the way! By taking two overnight stops we ensure that the travelling days are not too long and with plenty of comfort breaks you arrive in Italy ready to enjoy your stay in Riva del Garda. Excellent quality hotels throughout! Wonderful 4* lakeside hotel on Lake Garda!!

DAY 1 
After being collected from your local pick up point in the morning (6.00/7.15am approx.) we travel to Folkestone with comfort stop on route before joining the Eurotunnel. Continuing to arrive at the Mercure Reims Parc Des Expositions Hotel. Welcome drink on arrival with a 3 course set menu dinner included.

DAY 2 
After breakfast we depart the hotel – and continue through the French countryside to our second overnight hotel - TBC - near the border with Switzerland. 3 course set menu dinner included.

DAY 3
Beautiful day travelling today as we pass through the amazing mountain scenery of Switzerland before descending into Italy. Arriving at our hotel in Riva del Garda early evening. 3 course dinner with choice of menu at the Hotel Sole. During our stay at the hotel there will be Gala Dinner on one evening and a typical Trentino dinner by candlelight.

DAYS 4 to 8
During these days we have organised for two fantastic excursions – both included in the price. 

Joined by our local guide for a day in Verona, home to the love story Romeo & Juliet and a historic gem to explore. Although many of the main sights claim a link to the 'fictional' couple including the famous serenading balcony!, there is so much more to the city. Other sights include the Piazza delle Erbe, Lamberti Tower, the amazing Verona Cathedral plus the remarkable Roman Amphitheatre. 

Joined again by our tour guide to visit the beautiful city of Venice. One of the most visited and famous cities in the world with stunning architecture and extraordinary history - surely one of the most influential cultural centres of Europe over the centuries. Some of the most famous sights include the Basilica di San Marco, the Bridge of Sighs, Rialto Bridge and the famous Grand Canal. A wonderful and memorable day!

For the remainder of your time in 'Riva' your time is at leisure so plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere and the stunning views. In our opinion, this is the best destination on the lake!! Pleasure boats depart from the pontoon, so its easy to go off and explore other places along the lake.

DAY 9
Sadly we leave Lake Garda and travel back through Switzerland – returning to the overnight hotel - TBC - 3 course set dinner included.

DAY 10
After breakfast, sit back and relax as we travel back to the Mercure Hotel in Reims – 3 course set dinner included.

DAY 11 
We leave the hotel in the morning and board the early afternoon Eurotunnel crossing back to Folkestone. Arriving back in the local area at approximately 7.00pm.

Meal plan included - Dinner Bed & Breakfast

4* Hotel Sole

Wow! Location! Location! Location!

The Hotel Sole has perhaps the best location in town, with the lakefront on one side and the cobbled main square on the other, whilst being in the heart of the action of the lovely historic town of Riva del Garda. Riva is located on the northern shore of Lake Garda which is the most picturesque area of the lake. As you walk out of the hotel you have a wide choice of shops, bars, restaurants and the ferry stop is just a stone’s throw away. All 80 bedrooms are well furnished with TV, hairdryer, mini bar and air conditioning.

The hotel is furnished in a very traditional style, with an elegant restaurant overlooking the lake, comfortable public areas and a popular bar/ gelateria. During our stay there will be an extra special 'gala' dinner on 1 of the evenings with a choice of menu on the other evenings and a full buffet breakfast in the mornings. There is a lovely terrace at the front of the hotel where you can sip a chilled aperitif, enjoy the lake views and watch the world go by! Lift

Rooms with lake view or balcony on request only. Please note due to the nature of this historic building these supplemented rooms vary considerably.