Experience northern Italy’s enchanting lakes, charming villages, and historic cities. Journey from Milan through Maggiore, Lugano, Como, Garda, Verona, and more on an unforgettable adventure.
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Lake Como, Lake Maggiore and Lake Garda: best of Italy’s Lake district Semi-Escored Tour
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Unforgettable Italian Journeys, Designed for You
Curated by passionate Italy experts, this sample itinerary is just the beginning of your Italian adventure. Every journey we design is unique, crafted around your interests, pace, and dreams so you can experience Italy’s beauty and culture like a true insider. Let us transform your vision into a one-of-a-kind travel experience, filled with authentic moments and lasting memories
Day 1
MILAN, LAKE MAGGIORE, STRESA, LAKE LUGANO, LUGANO, LAKE COMO, COMO
From Fashion-City Energy To Lakeside Elegance
- Early morning meet & greet with your group at a designated point in central Milan
- Depart by motor coach for Lake Maggiore, surrounded by mountains and lush vegetation
- Stop in Stresa, a charming lakeside resort town
- Boat tour to Isola dei Pescatori (Fishermen’s Island) and Isola Bella (Borromeo Palace & gardens)
- Free time for lunch in Stresa (not included)
- Panoramic coach drive along Lake Maggiore
- Cross the border into Switzerland and reach Lugano and Lake Lugano
- Free time to explore Lugano: luxury shops, Swiss chocolate, and casino
- Continue to Lake Como
- Overnight stay in the town of Como
Day 2
LAKE COMO, BELLAGIO, VARENNA, BERGAMO, BRESCIA
Colorful Waterfronts, Then Old-Stone Heights
- Breakfast at your hotel in Como
- Brief tour of Como: lakeside town with views of the Alps, silk tradition, and elegant villas
- Boat ride across Lake Como to Bellagio
- Free time in Bellagio to stroll, shop, and enjoy lunch (not included)
- Boat from Bellagio to Varenna
- Panoramic tour of Varenna, a picturesque lakeside village
- Depart by coach to Bergamo
- Short walking tour of Bergamo’s historic center: Città Bassa (lower town) & Città Alta (upper town)
- Evening arrival in Brescia and overnight stay
Day 3
BRESCIA, LAKE GARDA, SIRMIONE, RIVA DEL GARDA, VERONA
Lakeside Beauty and Storybook Streets
- Breakfast at the hotel in Brescia
- Depart for Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake
- Enjoy views of the Dolomites of Brenta to the north and rolling hills to the south
- Experience the mild Mediterranean climate with lemon trees, oleanders, bougainvillea, olive groves, and vineyards
- Boat tour from Sirmione with views of the Sirmione peninsula, Scaliger Castle, and Grottoes of Catullus ruins
- Free time for lunch with lake views (not included)
- Afternoon departure to Riva del Garda
- Visit Riva del Garda’s Venetian‑inspired historic center
- Evening arrival in Verona and overnight stay
Day 4
VERONA, MILAN
Arrivederci With Style In Your Step
- Breakfast at your hotel in Verona
- Guided walking tour of Verona’s historic center
- Discover layers of history from Roman origins to medieval walls and Renaissance palaces
- Photo stop at Juliet’s balcony (Casa di Giulietta)
- Lunch on your own (not included)
- Afternoon return by coach to Milan
- End of tour and services in Milan
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Day 1
MILAN, LAKE MAGGIORE, STRESA, LAKE LUGANO, LUGANO, LAKE COMO, COMO
From Fashion-City Energy To Lakeside Elegance
Meet your group in Milan’s historic center and depart by motor coach for Lake Maggiore, framed by mountains and lush vegetation. Stop in Stresa, a delightful resort town, and take a boat tour to Isola dei Pescatori, a traditional fishermen’s island, and Isola Bella, home to the Borromeo Palace and its magnificent terraced gardens. Enjoy free time for lunch in Stresa before continuing with a panoramic drive along the lake. Cross into Switzerland to reach Lugano, where you can browse elegant boutiques, sample Swiss chocolate, or visit the casino. The day ends on the shores of Lake Como, with an overnight stay in the town of Como.
Day 2
LAKE COMO, BELLAGIO, VARENNA, BERGAMO, BRESCIA
Colorful Waterfronts, Then Old-Stone Heights
After breakfast, enjoy a brief visit of Como, a charming town where the snow‑capped Alps meet the lake, known for its silk factories and elegant lakeside villas. Then board a boat to Bellagio, often called the “Pearl of Lake Como,” where you’ll have free time to wander the narrow streets, browse shops, and enjoy lunch on your own. Continue by boat to Varenna for a panoramic tour of this romantic lakeside village. In the afternoon, travel to Bergamo, a lovely town divided between the modern lower town (Città Bassa) and the historic upper town (Città Alta), a true artistic jewel. After a short walking tour of the historic center, continue to Brescia for the night.
Day 3
BRESCIA, LAKE GARDA, SIRMIONE, RIVA DEL GARDA, VERONA
Lakeside Beauty and Storybook Streets
After breakfast, head to Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, surrounded by the Brenta Dolomites in the north and gentle hills in the south. Thanks to its mild Mediterranean climate, the area is rich in lemon trees, oleanders, bougainvillea, olive groves, and vineyards. From Sirmione, board a boat for a scenic tour offering spectacular views of the Sirmione peninsula, its medieval Scaliger Castle, and the Roman ruins known as the Grottoes of Catullus. Enjoy lunch on your own while admiring the lake. In the afternoon, continue to Riva del Garda to explore its Venetian‑inspired historic center, then travel on to Verona for the night.
Day 4
VERONA, MILAN
Arrivederci With Style In Your Step
After breakfast, enjoy a walking tour of Verona, a city where Roman, medieval, and Renaissance influences blend harmoniously. Stroll through narrow streets lined with historic buildings and monuments, and don’t miss a photo at the famous balcony associated with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. After lunch on your own, return by coach to Milan, where your lakes and northern Italy tour—and our services—will come to an end.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where will we travel on this itinerary?
Over 4 days this journey brings you to Bellagio, Bergamo, Brescia, Como, Lake Como, Milan, and Sirmione. Each stop is woven into the itinerary with time for the landmarks, the views, and the local flavor that make it special.
How will we get around during the vacation?
Transportation is arranged as part of the itinerary, with comfortable train segments between the cities and vehicle transfers where they serve you best. Every connection is planned for you, so you can focus on the scenery instead of the logistics.
What kind of traveler is this package for?
It suits travelers who enjoy the ease of an escorted experience, with sightseeing arranged and a group to share it with.
Can we customize this itinerary?
Absolutely. Every Trips 2 Italy itinerary is designed to inspire and can be tailored end to end, from the number of nights and hotel categories to the experiences along the way. A minimum of 2 travelers applies.
What is the best season for this itinerary?
It is available all year around on request. Summer opens the trails, lakes, and mountain passes, while winter transforms the region for snow lovers. Spring and fall reward travelers with quiet villages and dramatic scenery.