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- Trafalgar
- In-depth Cultural
- Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 20 - 50
- Age range 5 to 99
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Sip a tasty cappuccino on Como's lakeside promenade
- Sample classic olive oil, wine and lemons at Lake Garda
- Snap a photo inside the iconic car at the Ferrari Museum
- Relive the story of Romeo and Juliet in fair Verona
- Visit the Duomo and La Scala Opera House in Milan
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Journey from Milan to Lake Maggiore
- Day 2 Admire Beautiful Lake Como
- Day 3 Continue to Lake Garda
- Day 4 Explore Verona
- Day 5 Discover the Treasures of Mantua Connect with Locals Make Travel Matter
- Day 6 Lake Garda Your Way
- Day 7 Admire Ferraris in Modena Dive Into Culture
- Day 8 Onwards to Milan
- Day 9 Farewell Italy
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Simplon
HotelDays 1, 2Poiano Resort
HotelDays 3, 4, 5, 6, 7Starhotels Business Palace
Hotelday 8
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Operated by
Trafalgar
Number of tours
429
Age Range
5 to 99 years old
Response time
7 hours
Response rate
92%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- VPvanessa· October 7th, 2024The tour was very good. The hotel.on Lake Garda was nit well.lovated. My only complaint.vShow more
Trafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for being our guest and travelling with Trafalgar. We are pleased to know that you enjoyed your tour. We apologise for any disappointment you may have experienced due to the hotel change. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again and... Show moreTrip date: September 2024 - MMMary· September 29th, 2019Accommodations need to be walking distance to town like Stresa.lake Garda Villa Mariantoo far but comfortable clean. Be more clear on excursions...eg inside Milan duomo sounded like bus trip around city.Show moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for sharing your feedback. We take our guests' feedback very seriously here at Trafalgar. Therefore, we appreciate you sharing your concerns about the itinerary, and as such, we have passed your comments on to our Product Development... Show moreTrip date: September 2019
- BHBernard· June 17th, 2019A great trip in all respects. Thank you, Sarah. There was one aspect prior to the trip itself that we were not happy about....... We were unable to get a flight into Milan Malpensa Airport on the arrival day and could only get an early flight into Milan Bergamo Airport. We contacted you twice the month before and on being told a pick up from Bergamo Airport was not possible requested that we could get to Malpensa Airport ourselves and thus meet your pick up to Baveno. We were refused and were told only passengers with air tickets to Malpensa were eligible. As a result we were left with a very difficult and stressful and costly day especially as there was a train strike. To make matters worse, on arrival at Baveno, we found that a number of other people on the tour who had not flown in to Malpensa Airport had gone out to the airport byway and were able to get the shuttle to Baveno. We feel that your decision to exclude us from the Malpensa to Baveno shuttle was unreasonable and very disappointing especially in the light of the fact that we were penalised when we had tried to be honest and responsible about our transfer problem. I would suggest a more flexible and accommodating approach in future. Otherwise, a great trip. Regards Bernard and Janet HealyShow moreTrafalgar commented on this reviewThank you for taking the time to share your review of the Best of the Italian Lakes guided vacation. Although we are pleased that your overall experience with us was very good, we regret to read of your disappointed with the airport transfer service on... Show moreTrip date: June 2019
Lisa· July 18th, 2017This was actually the first long tour I ever took in my life. So I didn't have any expectations. Overall, I would recommend this itinerary, it was excellent! Accommodations were good, buses were comfy, food wasn't great but average. Tour guide was a lot of fun! You had an opportunity to be active or relax which was nice. And the nature and beauty of the lakes and mountains can't be beat.Show more
Trip date: September 2016- GSGail· November 23rd, 2015Really well looked after, great tour guide with...Show moreTrip date: September 2015
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Raphael
Asked on January 26th, 2025What kind of accommodation is available?
TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025Accommodation details can vary. Generally, comfortable hotel stays are arranged with possible amenities like a spa.
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Nadia
Asked on December 17th, 2024Can we join 2 trips together like the Southern Italy and Sicily plus this one Best of the Italian Lakes. How many are on the tour and is it all Nationalities. We are from Australia. Age group and level of activities.
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
We are pleased to inform you that you can indeed book two trips in one booking. For the Southern Italy and Sicily tour, as well as the Best of the Italian Lakes, the maximum group size is 48 guests, and you can expect a mix of nationalities, including fellow travelers from Australia. Trafalgar tours are open to a wide age range, from 5 to 99 years old, ensuring a diverse group of travelers. The activity level for these trips is balance, which means you will have a medium distance and some uneven surfaces, 1-3 miles of walking per day.
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Diane
Asked on December 5th, 2024Where will the tour start?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written December 2024
The tour will start in Milan. Specific starting location details will be provided in your travel documents.
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Johanna Maria Leonarda
Asked on November 3rd, 2024What is the policy on travel insurance?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
Travel insurance is highly recommended to participate on any of our tours.
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Dragana
Asked on October 19th, 2024Can you provide information on the complimentary airport transfers?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
Complimentary airport transfers are available. Guests should arrive before the last scheduled transfer or they may miss the included Welcome Reception.
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Ana
Asked on October 12th, 2024What is the policy on gratuities?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
Recommended gratuities are approximately EUR 4.00 for drivers, EUR 6.00 for Travel Directors, and EUR 1.00-2.00 for Local Specialists per person per day.
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Sandra
Asked on September 12th, 2024Are flights included in the tour package?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written September 2024
Flights are not included in the basic tour package price. You must book your to and fro flights separately.
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Froukje
Asked on August 11th, 2024What is the group size for the tour?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2024
Group size can range from an average of 40 to 45 guests, with a maximum of 48 guests.
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Stacey
Asked on August 10th, 2024Will family accommodations be available? 2 adults/ 3 children in one room- 2 adults in second room?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2024
For families traveling with children aged 2, 4, and 6, we unfortunately accommodate travelers who are at least 5 years old. Typically, we can arrange twin, triple, and single rooms based on your preferences. Please note that triple rooms are usually best suited for two adults and one child, as they often feature one double bed and one foldaway bed, which might be a bit cramped for three adults.
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Stacey
Traveler•Written August 2024This trip sounds wonderful. We will have 3 children with us though - ages 2, 4 and 6. I don't think you take children that young. If you do... we may be interested.
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Pamela
Asked on July 23rd, 2024Does this include airport pick up?
- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
Yes, we do offer complimentary arrival and departure transfers for this trip, provided that your flight information matches our transfer times. Complimentary arrival transfers: Depart Malpensa International Airport (MXP) at 10:00 and 14:30 on the first day of the tour. Take note: Flights need to arrive at least 1 hour prior to the transfer time. Complimentary departure transfers: Arrive at Malpensa International Airport (MXP) on the last day of the tour at 07:30 and 10:30. Take note: Flights need to depart at least 3 hours after the transfer time.
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