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Soak up the romance of Italy with this luxury Lake Garda escape
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Highlights
- Explore Verona's historic streets
- Enjoy your 14th century Palazzo accommodation in Verona
- Relax on the shores of the glittering Lake Garda
- Explore Lake Garda's quaint towns
- Indulge in the top-class amenities and picturesque surrounds of a luxury lakeside hotel
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Food & wine | Relaxation | Summer
Ease your way into the Italian lake region with this leisurely 9 day break - firstly soaking in the atmosphere of ancient Verona, before heading to the boutique Villa Sostaga for a stay overlooking the shores of the glittering Lake Garda itself. Here, dramatic mountains backdrop picturesque towns, verdant vineyards and the deep blue of Italy's largest lake. Days are free to be spent how you wish with your included car-hire, so from lounging in the hot Italian sun to exploring every inch of Lake Garda's pretty shorelines, or venturing to neighbouring lakes, you'll have plenty of time to relax into lazy lake-side life.
Day by day itinerary
Day
1
UK to Verona
Begin your holiday as you mean to go on – in style. After a short flight from the UK you will arrive in Verona and transfer to your accommodation, a 14th century Palazzo in the ancient heart of the city.
Spend the rest of the day relaxing and exploring the city at your own pace – you're just steps away from the Gothic beauty of the church of St. Anastasia, Juliet’s balcony and the city’s historic piazzas. Take advantage of your hotel's spectacular dining options tonight.
Stay: NH Collection Palazzo Verona (Deluxe)
Day
2
Verona
Spend a memorable day exploring historic Verona, taking in the city's beautiful piazzas and ancient cobbled streets. Your itinerary includes a tour of Verona's highlights. In summer months perhaps add tickets to an opera of your choice at the famed Arena di Verona – one of the world's most iconic opera houses. The latter is surely the highlight – built in the first century, this world-famous amphitheatre is home to large-scale operas and one of the world's best preserved theatres of its kind.
Stay: NH Collection Palazzo Verona (Deluxe)
Meals: B
Day
3
Verona to Lake Garda
After breakfast, collect your car hire and make the scenic drive to Villa Sostaga overlooking the picturesque town of Gargnano on the western shores of Lake Garda.
Soak in your surrounds as you spend the day indulging in all that this luxury hotel has to offer. Whether pool or garden, relax as you bask in the hot Italian sun. To fully embrace the Lake Garda setting, opt for a sun lounger out on the hotel's picturesque solarium-terrace. This evening, check out the on-site restaurant with its a la carte menu and over 800 wines to choose from. You can savour dishes from our gourmet and traditional Garda cuisine, fruit of the creativity of the chef, who knows how to conquer even the most demanding taste buds.
Stay: Villa Sostaga, Lake Garda (Deluxe)
Meals: B
Days
4-8
Lake Garda
This is the ideal leisurely lake holiday – with this itinerary you will be treated to five more nights in the welcoming arms of the Villa Sostaga, allowing you to revel in all that the pretty lake setting has to offer. Nearby the town of Gargnano beckons with it's historic centre and lengthy promenade. Or, perhaps escape to the peace and quiet of the perfectly manicured Hrushka Botanic Gardens, an oasis within an oasis. To satisfy your inner oenophile, a trip to a local vineyard is a must. And, to complete the food and wine holiday experience, the olive oil farms that line the shores here produce some of the best olive oil in Italy - pair your wine with some bread and oil for the ultimate in Italian living, the real dolce vita. If you want to venture further afield to make sure that you leave with no sight unseen, there are great ferry routes, perfect for exploring Garda's glittering waters and postcard-perfect shorelines.
Stay: Villa Sostaga, Lake Garda (Deluxe)
Meals: B
Day
9
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Pricing
Any element of this itinerary can be adjusted to suit your needs. Just contact us to find out more.
Accommodation rating:
9-day self-drive holiday
from £2,180 pp incl. flights
Deluxe
13 Oct - 02 Nov 2025
from £2,180 pp. incl. flights
21 Mar - 17 Apr / 22 - 30 Apr / 04 - 28 May / 06 - 12 Oct 2025
from £2,380 pp. incl. flights
22 Jun - 04 Jul / 15 Sep - 05 Oct 2025
from £2,750 pp. incl. flights
06 - 21 Jun / 05 Jul - 01 Aug / 24 Aug - 14 Sep 2025
from £2,970 pp. incl. flights
02 - 23 Aug 2025
from £3,040 pp. incl. flights
Includes
- Complimentary UK airport departure lounge access
- Return flights from UK to Verona
- Private arrival airport transfer
- 2 nights accommodation at NH Collection Palazzo Verona on a BB basis
- Small group guided walking tour of Historic Verona
- 7 days car hire in an Medium size vehicle
- 6 nights accommodation at Villa Sostaga on a BB basis
- Shuttle bus service between Villa Sostaga, Gargnano and Toscolano
- Complimentary car parking on site
- Extensive wine cellar with over 800 different wines to enjoy
Upgrades to higher room types - please ask your consultant for details
Weekend supplements will apply to stays at NH Collection Palazzo Verona
Villa Sostaga is located above the western shore of Lake Garda, and its location makes both the Italian lakelands and Verona easily accessible. The hotel is not lakeside, however the lake view is available from the hotel and many of the room types.
Terms & Conditions
Prices are per person based on two people sharing a twin/double room; prices are subject to availability and possible change; normal booking conditions apply.
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