8-Nights Best of the Italian Lakes

Italy

Trafalgar

Deluxe

Vacation Offer ID 1519165

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Trafalgar

Best Of The Italian Lakes
Discover the Italians’ favorite holiday haunts on this irresistible Italian Lakes trip. Linger over a sweet gelato on the shores of Lake Maggiore, sample authentic balsamic vinegar in Modena, then ease into the easy-going local way of life in enchanting lakeside villages.

Dining Summary

4 Dinner (D)
8 Breakfast (B)

Be My Guest

Solferino: Join the Serenelli family for a Be My Guest dinner featuring home-grown produce. Learn about their local history and the formation of the Red Cross as you explore their didactic farm.

Dive Into Culture

Modena: Celebrate all things Ferrari, past, present and future, at the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena. This pit stop includes intriguing exhibitions and an immersive experience that you'll never forget.

Iconic Experience

Como: Take in exquisite views of the lake and its alpine backdrop as you enjoy an orientation of this magnificent town.
Bergamo: See Bergamo's characteristic bell towers and admire the city's captivating Renaissance architecture.
Verona: Join a Local Specialist on a sightseeing walk along Verona's charming central streets. See the bronze statue of Juliet and the Roman arena.
Mantua: Visit UNESCO-listed Mantua. See the central arcade and grand dome of the basilica as you stroll past gold-toned façades.
Modena: Delve into the history and culture of Modena with a Local Specialist. Stroll through the Old Town streets and see the beautiful arcade of the Piazza Grande.
Milan: See Milan's central highlights on an orientation tour with your Travel Director.

MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®

Modena: Enjoy a gourmet interlude at an historic traditional Acetaia for a tasting of some of the world’s best balsamic vinegar. As a pioneer in organic and biodynamic balsamic vinegar, they put sustainable production and presentation of the soils at the heart of what they do. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Production and Consumption.

Must-see Highlights

Explore Verona and Modena
Visit Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Lake Garda, Mantua and the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena
View the Piazza del Duomo in Bergamo, Juliet's Balcony and the Roman Arena in Verona, the Cathedral in Modena and the Duomo and La Scala Opera House in Milan

Whats Included

An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Optional Experiences and free time
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.

Featured Destinations

Lake Garda Lake Garda Northwest of Verona is scenic Lake Garda, Italy's largest lake, offering Roman ruins and 12th-century castles. Although some of Lake Garda's towns are now a bit overbuilt (tourists pack the area in July and August), there are still some lovely little villages along its shores, including Malcesine (where you can ride a high-tech cable car with rotating cabins up to Monte Baldo) and Torri del Benaco, both on the eastern shore. At the head of the lake, Torbole is a paradise for windsurfing and sailing. On the western shore, also at the upper end of the lake, in a truly spectacular setting, is the trendy, upscale Riva del Garda. On the southern shore, at the end of a slender peninsula jutting into the lake, is Sirmione, with quiet cobblestoned streets, thermal baths, a castle, olive and lemon groves, and Roman ruins. Ferry and hydrofoil services are available on the lake. Not far from Sirmione is the quaint town of Desenzano del Garda, a former fishing village with a perfectly preserved 16th-century square complete with a castle and cathedral. Lake Garda is a nice place to relax for at least a night—and a possible base for attending the opera in Verona if hotels in the city are booked.	Destination Guide
Lake Maggiore Lake Maggiore Like the other northern Italian lakes, Lake Maggiore's credentials as a tourist destination go back a long way. The early twentieth century saw a spate of illustrious visitors enjoying themselves in luxurious lakeside villas and verdant gardens. The most popular Lake Maggiore resorts are on the western shores of the lake. Stresa is a lovely town with beautiful villas and gardens (some open to the public), a good climate and lake views. From the town a cablecar takes you up Monte Mottarone, where from a height of over 4,000 ft you can enjoy views of the Alps and the other lakes. If you spend time at Lake Maggiore, you will soon become familiar with the name of the Borromeo family, who still own the islands named after them. Their most celebrated scion, St Charles Borromeo, was born in the castle in Arona, at the southern end of the west shore. A gigantic statue in the town celebrates San Carlo; if you climb up inside the hollow structure, you can admire the view through the Saint's eyes. The Borromean Islands are unmissable Lake Maggiore tourist attractions. There are three open to the public, containing beautiful gardens, small settlements and restaurants.
Milan Milan Milan is a city that arouses extreme feelings, just like the city lifestyle. A frenetic, restless rhythm is part of both work and leisure, so much so that it is difficult to stay unmoved and not get overwhelmed by all the cultural and social stimulus. Maybe for this reason, Milan makes itself indispensable, because it is impossible to feel so alive and full of energy when you are away from the city. Milan is always one step ahead: a laboratory of artistic experiments and a building site for social behavior that is continuously changing. City full of contradictions, ancient and modern, trends and counter-trends, fashion and underground, middle class and working class, but always simply “cool”.	Destination Guide

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Valid Date Ranges

May 2025

05/09/2025	05/17/2025	$2,925 per person
05/16/2025	05/24/2025	$2,925 per person
05/23/2025	05/31/2025	$2,925 per person
05/30/2025	06/07/2025	$2,925 per person

June 2025

06/06/2025	06/14/2025	$2,925 per person
06/13/2025	06/21/2025	$2,925 per person
06/20/2025	06/28/2025	$3,075 per person

August 2025

08/01/2025	08/09/2025	$3,250 per person
08/15/2025	08/23/2025	$3,250 per person
08/29/2025	09/06/2025	$2,995 per person

September 2025

09/05/2025	09/13/2025	$2,995 per person
09/12/2025	09/20/2025	$2,850 per person
09/19/2025	09/27/2025	$2,850 per person

Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discounts. Trip prices and discounts are subject to change. Airfare is additional. Tour prices, dates and itineraries are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. Other restrictions may apply.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

07/04/2025	07/12/2025	$3,075 per person
07/18/2025	07/26/2025	$3,075 per person

8-Nights Best of the Italian Lakes

Trafalgar

Featured Destinations

Lake Garda

Lake Maggiore

Milan

Valid Date Ranges