Summary
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Soak up the romance of Italy with this luxury Lake Garda escape
Highlights
- Indulge in the top-class amenities and picturesque surrounds of a luxury lakeside hotel
- Enjoy the world-class wines of Garda's many vineyards
- Relax on the shores of the glittering Lake Garda
- Explore Lake Garda's quaint towns
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Recommended for:
Food & wine | Relaxation | Summer
Ease your way into the Italian lake region with this leisurely 8 day break - heading to the boutique Villa Sostaga for a week-long luxury stay on the shores of the glittering lake 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, so from lounging in the hot Italian sun to exploring every inch of Lake Garda's pretty shorelines, you'll have plenty of time to relax into lazy lake-side life.
Day by day itinerary
Day
1
UK to Lake Garda
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 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 lakeside, 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 – there's nothing quite like cooling off with a dip in the breathtaking blue of the Garda. This evening, check out the menu at the on-site restaurant. 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)
Days
2-7
Lake Garda
This is the ideal leisurely lake holiday – with this itinerary you will be treated to six 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
8
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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:
8-day tailor-made holiday
from £1,545 pp incl. flights
Classic Room Lake view
13 Oct - 02 Nov 2024
from £1,545 pp. incl. flights
02 Apr - 08 May / 06 - 12 Oct 2024
from £1,750 pp. incl. flights
02 Jun - 05 Jul / 15 Sep - 05 Oct 2024
from £1,835 pp. incl. flights
09 May - 01 Jun / 06 Jul - 02 Aug / 25 Aug - 14 Sep 2024
from £2,050 pp. incl. flights
03 - 24 Aug 2024
from £2,225 pp. incl. flights
Includes
- Complimentary UK airport departure lounge access
- Return flights from UK to Verona
- Private return transfers from Verona airport to Lake Garda
- 7 nights accommodation at Villa Sostago on a BB basis
Upgrades to higher room types - please ask your consultant for details
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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