Compare Lake Garda & the Wines of Italy by Just Go! Holidays vs London to Venice Adventure Tour by Discovery Nomads
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| Duration | 10 days | 10 days |
| Price From | $ 882 | $ 1,772 |
| Price Per Day | $ 88 | $ 177 |
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| Trip Style | Group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Meals Included | N/A |
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Italy is home of some of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world. We discover glorious Lake Garda, with its deep azure waters fringed by pastel-coloured villas and lakeside resorts, and explore this beautiful part of Italy’s wine country with the opportunity to taste and learn about the famous wines made from the grapes grown in the surrounding hillsides. |
Check out London from London Eye and explore romantic Paris, visit Louvre and Tour Eiffel, go shopping at Lafayette, see 'Eternal city' Rome and St.Peters Basilica in Vatican, try red wines in Tuscan capital - Florence and go on romantic ride along Venice canals. |
Day 1:
Ferry to Calais and overnight stay in France.
Day 2:
Continue to our hotel in the Lake Garda area.
Day 3: Scenic Lake Garda
We enjoy a scenic tour around Lake Garda, one of Italy’s most spectacular lakes, admiring the magnificent views and elegant period villas, beautiful towns and villages dotted along its shoreline.
Day 4: Verona & Soave
We head first to Verona, one of Italy’s oldest cities. Forever associated with Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, Verona has much more to offer than the legendary balcony that lovers flock to from all over the world; the ancient Roman amphitheatre and majestic Piazza Brà are just some of the many must-see sights here. Next is Soave, a small town enclosed by its medieval walls and dominated by its castle. It is also famous for the wines that come from the surrounding vineyards and we enjoy a visit of one of the local wine cellars followed by a tasting of these lovely wines.
Day 5:
Day at leisure
Day 6: Optional excursion to Venice (51)
Join us for an optional excursion to explore the unique city of Venice. Lining the canals are grand palazzos, many of them dating back to the 14th century, while other attractions include St Mark’s Square, the Bridge of Sighs and of course the gondolas that ply their trade up and down the waterways.
Day 7: Valdobbiadene & Villa Sandi
We travel to Valdobbiadene, famous as the capital of the sparkling prosecco wine, set in lovely wine-producing countryside. We visit Villa Sandi, a beautiful Palladian-style villa where for generations the ancient tradition of winemaking has been handed down from father to son. After a visit of the villa and underground cellars, we are treated to a chilled glass of prosecco. Afterwards, there’s time at leisure in Valdobbiadene before heading back to our hotel.
Day 8: Bardolino
This afternoon we visit Bardolino, located on Lake Garda’s eastern shore. Once a fishing village, this popular resort is well known for the production of the famous Bardolino wine that comes from the surrounding vineyards and we are treated to a visit of the traditional cellars followed by a tasting of wines and local cheeses.
Day 9:
Travel to our overnight hotel in France, with a light evening meal included.
Day 10:
Continue to Calais for our return ferry home.
Day 1: London
Accommodation: Hoxton Hotel or similar
Arrival at any time. You will have free time to explore the city and in the evening check out the city view from amazing London Eye.
Day 2-4: Paris
Accommodation: Best Western or similar.
On the 2nd day you will travel by train to Paris and enjoy a fascinating tour in Paris. Next day visit the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, take a walk on the creative Montmartre, visit Sacre Coeur cathedral and in the evening go to dine in the restaurant and explore the nightlife of the city.
Day 4-6: Rome
Today you will explore Vatican museums, see St.Peters Basilica and marvel at masterpieces of Michelangelo and Bernini. Later in the afternoon enjoy a walking tour to see Spanish Steps and Trevi fountain, admire beautiful Piazza Navona and exterior of the historic Pantheon.
Day 6-8: Florence
Accommodation: Hilton Florence or similar
You will a walking tour around Florence, see the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, the medieval Ponte Vecchio and the Medici Chapels. Additionally you can travel to wineries located nearby or see the Leaning Tower of Pisa.
Day 8-10: Venice
Accommodation: LaGare MGallery by Sofitel or similar
You will have a romantic gondolas tour around Venice canals. Optional activities include a vaporetto ride to Murano and Burano, the Accademia Gallery, Basilica di San Marco and the Doge's Palace.
