Lake Garda, Venice & Verona Tour

The staggering beauty of Lake Garda meets the romance of Verona and mystique of Venice with this Italian tour classic from Topflight.

Your Holiday Itinerary

Day1Fly to Verona

Depart on a direct flight to Verona airport from which you will be met by Topflight’s Resort Manager. Your coach transfer will take you to your 4 star hotel, the Park Hotel Casimiro, located just over an hour away. You will stay here on a half board basis, which includes buffet service at breakfast and dinner. Drinks are also included with dinner such as house wine, draft beer, soft drinks and water. You will stay in a Superior Room with a balcony, which offers a superb lake view and you'll find live entertainment in the hotel 5 nights of the week.

Day2-3At your leisure

Gracing the western shores of Lake Garda, the resort of San Felice del Benaco is a true beauty. Narrow and winding streets are dotted throughout the village, located a 10-minutes walk away from your hotel. Lined with quaint cafés, inviting restaurants and bustling bars, the town is also home to a wealth of fascinating archaeological sites, including a beautiful Romanesque church. Hungry? We suggest sampling some great seafood at La Dispensa restaurant, located in the town.

Day4Verona

This morning, you will be picked up by your coach and taken to Verona, the setting for Shakespeare’s romantic tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Standing on the banks of the River Adige, Verona is a city rich in history, art and architecture. Today you will enjoy a guided visit with an official city tour guide, where you you’ll see the famous Arena, renowned for its opera, Juliet’s balcony and other key sights along the way. You will have time to stop off for some lunch and explore the city as you wish, for the afternoon. After, return to your hotel by coach.

Day5At Your Leisure

Today you have another day to spend as you wish. We suggest making the most of your hotel’s fabulous 4 star facilities. Surrounded by gorgeous gardens, you will find two outdoor swimming pools, one of which offers superb lakeside views. It’s easy to while away your day here, simply relaxing by the pools edge, drinking in the sunshine and the mountain and lake views that stretch out in front of you.

Day6Venice

This morning, you will be picked up from your hotel to enjoy a scenic coach ride to Venice, where you will take a guided visit of the Floating City, with an official city tour guide. The tour includes a boat ride along the Giudecca Canal, taking in the sights, then continues on foot to the Rialto Bridge, a marvellous feat of engineering.

You will have free time for lunch, and will have no problem finding a tasty spot to dine upon some great Venetian fare. You will also have time to wander the boutiques and quaint restaurants that line the narrow, labyrinthine back streets of this enchanting city. Should you wish to do more, a gondola ride or sightseeing cruise on the lagoon are payable locally. Return to the coach on private boat, passing St. George’s Island, home to one of the architectural glories of Venice – the majestic Church of San Giorgio Maggiore.

Day7Lake Garda Tour

The coach will pick you up from your hotel for a guided coach and boat tour around Lake Garda. First stop is Lazise, an intimate idyllic town, that brims with a sense of authenticity and old world Italian charm. Then it’s on to Malcesine, home to magnificent Scaligero Castle. Next stop, Riva the largest town on the lake. An enjoyable boat trip is included from Riva to Limone, a vibrant spot with a spectacular waterfront and picturesque harbour. Later, you will be transferred back to your hotel by coach.

Day8Return home

Transfer to Verona airport for your return flight, or if you wish, you can extend your stay for a second week in another resort on Lake Garda.