The old fishing village of Garda on the eastern lake shore is surrounded by terraced vineyards, olive groves and cypress trees. Chic boutiques, open-air cafés and smart restaurants line the traffic-free promenade and on market days there are stalls selling everything from leather goods to exotic liqueurs. This is the heart of the town, where the shops, ice cream parlours, hotels and bars spill out on to the pavement with waiters rushing across the street to serve pizzas and pasta to hungry visitors enjoying the atmosphere and the amazing views.
The harbour buzzes with boats and ferries bringing people between this and other resorts across the lake. There is also a pebble beach which is perfect for sunbathing and, as the landscape is flat, it is very popular with walkers and cyclists who often take the lakeside path to the neighbouring resort of Bardolino.
As dusk settles, the town lights up with the sound of live music and conversation as people stroll along the streets and enjoy the atmosphere of the evening promenade.
Garda is a great place to enjoy a relaxing holiday and it provides a perfect base from which to visit nearby attractions. It is not far from the theme parks of Gardaland, Movieland and Aqua Paradise Park, all ideal for a special family day out.
Your Resort Managers
Anna Munari
Anna is a very experienced resort manager, she was brought up just outside Bardolino so has a special passion for the area. She says "I have the pleasure to call this area my home". Anna enjoys the outdoors and highly recommends lake shore walks and walking up into the hills to enjoy the peace and tranquility. In Bardolino it is simply sit and watch the world go by for Anna, she loves the sheer variety of restaurants and wine bars. Her excursion of choice is Bolzano Renon, she says "it’s only a short transfer to enjoy absolutely breathtaking views of the Dolomites".
Lynsey Mackay
My name is Lynsey, and I have been working for Topflight over 6-years in Austria, Italy and France. During the summer months you can find me on Lake Garda enjoying watersports, the sunshine and sampling the best of the local cuisine. In winter, I swap my sandals for skis and am happily based in the heart of the French Alps. I have a huge passion for skiing and snowboarding - having learned how to ski when I was 5 years old in Westendorf - and have skied in various resorts across France, Italy, Austria, Switzerland and even at home in Scotland. We have excellent teams in resort to ensure that you make the very most of your well-earned holiday, so please come to us if you have any questions.
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Package Holidays in Garda
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access_time Dublin 12:30 → Verona 16:10Returningtoday Sat 02nd Oct 2021
access_time Verona 17:00 → Dublin 18:45TransfersTransfer from Verona
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access_time Dublin 12:30 → Verona 16:10Returningtoday Sat 14th May 2022
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Things to do in Garda
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Wine Tasting in Lake Garda
Taste the wonderful wine of the Lake Garda region as you visit two vineyards built on tradition, passed from generation to generation. This half-day excursion is the perfect way to spend an authentic Italian afternoon in this area.
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Romantic Verona by Coach
Home to Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet, Verona is de ned by its sense of romance and drama. At the heart of the city lies centuries of history and art. Experience a full day excursion to this dazzling city, and see some of its most impressive sights.
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Discover Venice
The most romantic city in the world, the floating city of Venice is one of epic grandeur. Take a boat ride down the Giudecca Canal and gaze upon the glorious Venetian architecture lining its banks. Built on a lagoon, this city will surely amaze you.
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Explore the Dolomites by Coach
Discover the beauty of the most famous mountains in Europe with this wonderful excursion. The Dolomites feature some of the most beautiful mountain landscapes, with its vertical walls, sheer cliffs, and deep & long valleys. This is a definite must-see!
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