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The Magic of the Italian Lakes ( 6320)

8 Day Tour from Milan to Lake Maggiore

2024 Tour Details

Discover the beauty of the Italian Lakes on this magnificent vacation. With the Alps for a backdrop, you’ll enjoy nature at its finest—with overnights in Verona, Lake Como, and Lake Maggiore. Plus, on this affordable Italian Lakes tour, you’ll spend one night in Milan, known as one of the world’s fashion capitals. Additionally, walk around medieval Verona, famous for the Roman Arena, home of the summer Opera Festival. Situated at the foot of the Alps, Lake Garda is Italy’s largest lake. With its cobalt-blue waters surrounded by majestic mountains, Lake Como is one of Europe’s deepest lakes, lined with elegant 17th-century villas and lush gardens; it’s the perfect destination. You will enjoy a scenic boat trip to Bellagio and Varenna, both picturesque towns on Lake Como’s shores, where nature and culture come together. Admire the centuries-old buildings, explore the cobbled alleyways, cafes, and shops. Lake Maggiore is a paradise of crystal waters, backed by towering mountains and surrounded by lush countryside. With its prestigious Italian gardens, intriguing palaces, and scenic landscapes, you can choose to relax or enjoy some of the many activities available. On the way to Lake Maggiore, visit Lugano, set on gorgeous Lake Lugano, shared between Italy and Switzerland. Here—with a Mediterranean ambiance—you can stroll along the lakeside promenade or simply unwind as you enjoy a delicious gelato. Over centuries, Italy’s great lakes have been among Europe’s most popular vacation destinations, providing enchanting landscapes and a relaxing ambiance. Now is your time to enjoy them on this affordable Italian Lakes tour. It’s a lovely vacation, perfect for savvy, value-minded travel lovers.

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 Tour Highlights

Sightseeing:

MILAN
Visit

SIRMIONE
Visit

LAKE GARDA

VERONA
Visit

LAKE COMO

BELLAGIO and VARENNA
Boat trip

LUGANO
Visit

LAKE MAGGIORE

Guides:

Professional Tour Director while touring

Scenic Highlights:

Scenic Highlights:
Lake Garda, Lake Como, Lake Lugano, Lake Maggiore

Transportation:

Touring by private, first-class, air-conditioned motorcoach with free Wi-Fi; boat trip to Bellagio and Varenna

 Meals

 Meals & Itinerary

Buffet breakfast daily, 1 Dinners

 Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVE IN MILAN, ITALY Check into your hotel in Milan. Start exploring with the help of the CosmosGO app. Tonight, meet your Tour Director and travel companions.

Day 2

MILAN–SIRMIONE–VERONA Start the day with an orientation tour of Milan, stopping to admire the famous Gothic-style Duomo. Travel east through the Po Valley Valley and stop at Lake Garda to discover Sirmione. This is a Spa town rich in thermal waters and ancient charm situated on a long peninsula surrounded by breathtaking views. Among its highlights, a medieval castle, the famous Roman villa and grottoes of Catullo. Spend the evening in Verona, the "city of love".
Today’s Distance: 100 mi/ 160 km
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 3

VERONA In the morning, a Local Guide take you through the old cobblestone streets of the old part of Verona telling you the stories behind the old buildings and how this beautiful city inspired Shakespeare. Spend the afternoon shopping, visiting, or taking a stroll along the Adige River banks, or take advantage of the optional excursion.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 4

VERONA–LAKE COMO This morning, say goodbye to the romantic city of Verona and continue to fascinating Lake Como, where you’ll spend two nights. Stroll around the narrow alleys of the city center and the lungolago and maybe taste some fabulous local gelato.
Today’s Distance: 125 mi/ 200 km
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 5

LAKE COMO. EXCURSION TO BELLAGIO AND VARENNA Inspiring everyone from Roman senators and great composers to Hollywood actors, Como is the romantic image of the lakes. Its cobalt-blue waters are lined with magnificent mountains, lush gardens, and grand villas. Join the included boat trip to Bellagio, set in one of the most scenic position in all of Italy, and Varenna, an old fishing village.
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 6

LAKE COMO–LUGANO, SWITZERLAND–LAKE MAGGIORE, ITALY Depart Lake Como and cross the border into Switzerland. Head towards beautiful Lake Lugano and the stylish city that bears its name. Time to stroll along the lakeside promenade, window shop on refined Via Nassa, or sip an espresso on the Piazza Riforma. Leave Switzerland and cross back into Italy, driving to Lake Maggiore.
Today’s Distance: 96 mi/ 155 km
Breakfast Breakfast

Day 7

LAKE MAGGIORE Set between Piedmont, Lombardy, and Switzerland, Lake Maggiore is a paradise of crystal waters, backed by towering mountains and surrounded by lush countryside. The day is yours to relax or to enjoy some of the many activities available around the lake. Maybe join an optional boat trip to the Borromean Islands, with time to visit the extravagant Borromeo Palace, built like a ship anchored just off the shoreline.
Breakfast Breakfast Dinner Dinner

Day 8

LAKE MAGGIORE Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (The nearest airport is Milan Malpensa.)
Breakfast Breakfast

 Tour Director

With Cosmos, there’s no better way to get to know your destination than through the eyes of your Tour Director. Averaging over a decade... we’d like you to meet a Tour Director, who is representative of the type of expert that will be with you on your vacation.

FRANCESCO NARDIN

Escorting tours for more than 5 years

" Buongiorno everyone! I'm Francesco Nardin and I've been rendering my services as a Cosmos Tour Director in Italy, Greece, South France and Spain. Following in the footsteps of my parents, I've always loved travelling and exploring new countries, meeting new people and cultures. Clients need to know what Italy is, what is the feeling of the Mediterranean breeze and how much we can offer to them... this is why I'm here, to create memories and to turn travel dreams into real experiences. Bellissimo!"

Tour Director -  FRANCESCO NARDIN

 Accommodation

MILAN

HOLIDAY INN GARIBALDI STATION

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior First-Class
  Free Wifi

VERONA

HOTEL SAN MARCO

Hotel as shown or similar
Moderate First-Class
  Free Wifi

LAKE COMO

B&B COMO CITY CENTER

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior Tourist-Class
  Free Wifi

LAKE MAGGIORE

SIMPLON

Hotel as shown or similar
Superior First-Class
  Free Wifi

 Optional Excursions

Contact your Travel Consultant for more information.
Price Ranges

$ ($50 USD and under)
$$ ($51 - $100 USD)
$$$ ($101 - $150 USD)
$$$$ (Over $150)



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