Travel Type
Guided Tours
Duration
8 Days/7 Nights
Country
Italy
 

Experience the breathtaking beauty of Northern Italy’s most beloved destinations on this enchanting journey through three of the region’s crown jewels. Begin with a visit to Venice, the legendary floating city where gondolas glide through historic canals and magnificent palaces. Then head to the romantic city of Verona, Shakespeare’s timeless setting for Romeo and Juliet, where ancient Roman architecture mingles with medieval charm. Last, the serene beauty of Lake Garda will charm you with its picturesque lakeside towns of Riva del Garda and Malcesine, where dramatic Alpine backdrops meet crystal-clear waters. This itinerary will bring you the perfect harmony of natural splendor, cultural richness, and timeless romance that makes Northern Italy one of the world’s most captivating destinations.

Inclusions

7-night accommodation in a 4* hotel
7 buffet breakfasts
7 dinners (see note below)
Professional English-speaking Tour Director for the entire duration of the tour
Full day excursion and guided tour of Venice
Full day excursion and guided tour of Verona
Half day guided excursion on Lake Garda by boat

Exclusions

Flights – Meals and drinks, unless otherwise mentioned – Gratuities to hotel staff, guides, and drivers – City tax of approx. 4-5 Euros per person, per day, payable at the hotel front desk – Transfers (from/to airport and to/from excursion meeting points) – Optional excursions – Any other items not mentioned in the Inclusions.

Additional Information

Special Notes

– Stays during July and August include six evening meals at the hotel and one restaurant lunch on Venice excursion day.
– Compulsory taxes and levies apply for entry to certain historic cities in Italy and are not included in the holiday price. A fee of €20 per person is payable to your guide, to cover entry to Venice (including water taxi transport to St Mark’s Square).

1

DAY 1 MILAN/VENICE – LAKE GARDA

Arrival on your own at the hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is at leisure. In the afternoon, we will be free to relax and explore the charms of Limone sul Garda and its scenic surroundings.

Meals : Dinner

Accommodation : Limone Sul Garda for 7 nights

2 - 7

DAYS 2 TO 7 – TOUR AND RELAX

Let’s uncover the beauty of Lake Garda! Three tours are included in our holiday and our guide will provide us with further information locally, including the finalised schedule and departure times. The notice board in our hotel reception area can be checked for details and updates.

Lake Garda by Boat
Join us for a half-day guided boat excursion to discover more of Lake Garda, enjoying the breath-taking scenery and visiting some of the lake’s best-loved locations. Firstly, we’ll join our guide and travel by coach to Riva del Garda, followed by a short walking tour and free time. We’ll then board a private boat for a unique sightseeing tour. Our next stop will be at the popular lakeside town of Malcesine, a charming village with waterside cafes and cobbled streets lined with shops, with free time to explore. Afterwards, with a spectacular mountain backdrop, we’ll travel onwards by boat to Limone, to explore more of the lakeside town and return to hotel. Our tour ends at approximately 4 :00 p.m.

Full Day Excursion and Guided Tour of Verona
Let’s experience the romance of Verona and capture its unique atmosphere on this memorable excursion with our local guide. We’ll depart by coach for Verona, our journey takes about 60 minutes. We’ll uncover the history and legend of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its wealth of historical buildings. Verona is probably best known for its Roman amphitheater, home to the world-famous Verona Opera festival. Get ready to take a romantic photo at Juliet’s balcony, another of the city’s famous highlights!

Full Day Excursion and Guided Tour of Venice
Join us on this exhilarating full day excursion as we explore the enchanting warren of canals, alleys and squares that make up the unforgettable city of Venice. We’ll gaze upon its most famous landmarks, including the thrilling St. Mark’s Square, the architectural marvel that is Ca’ d’Oro, the Rialto Bridge and the imposing Palazzo Ducale. We’ll have plenty of free time to admire more piazzas, bridges and ornate dwellings that adorn the quaysides of Venice’s extensive network of canals, before returning to our hotel in Lake Garda. Our approximate transfer time is 2 hours 30 minutes each way.

Some practical information
Compulsory taxes and levies apply for entry to certain historic cities in Italy and are not included in the holiday price. A fee of €20 per person is payable to your guide, to cover entry to Venice (including water taxi transport to St Mark’s Square).

Leisure Days by the Lake
On our free days, let’s take it easy and get to know our surroundings at an easy pace. We’ll savour the moments in this very special part of the world while relaxing by the shimmering lake, browsing the colourful shops and perhaps enjoying an alfresco lunch or pre-dinner aperitif while watching the world go by.

Meals : Breakfast, Dinner

Optional Excursions : Optional Excursion: Excursion to the Italian Alps with Wine Tasting
Let’s embrace the beauty and charm of the Italian Alps on this delightful optional tour. We’ll feast our eyes on green, unspoiled mountainsides, dotted with tiny villages that have been unchanged since medieval times. A highlight of the afternoon is the included wine tasting among the vineyards, where a warm local welcome awaits us. **A minimum number of participants will be required to operate the tour. **

8

DAY 8 DEPARTURE

The time has come to say “arrivederci” to wonderful Italy. After breakfast, check out and transfer on your own to the airport to take your flight home.

Meals : Breakfast

HOTEL OR SIMILAR

Limone Sul Garda: Hotel Alexander 4*

Rates in CA$, per person, starting from

Departures 2026Double OccupancySingle Occupancy

April 16
September 24
October 8, 15

24203320

May 21, 28
June 11
September 10

27053610
June 1827953695

Product code: AG

**Prices in this document are for information only; they were issued at press time, for the current year. Please note that due to exchange rates and temporary promotions, they can increase or decrease at any time. Contact your travel agent for the price and promotion of the moment. Prices include the contribution of customers to the Compensation Fund for clients of Quebec travel agents.

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Lake Garda, Venice and Verona – detailed itinerary 2026
Lake Garda, Venice and Verona – detailed itinerary 2026