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YOU R HOLIDAY
INCLUDES
• Return Eurostar from London to Paris
• Return TGV from Paris to Stresa
• Seven nights’ half board
accommodation on the shores of
Lake Orta
• Free time in the stunning resort of
Lake Orta
• Services of our experienced
Tour Manager
Plus the following excursions:
• Breathtaking visits to Lake Orta,
Lake Maggiore, Lake Como and Lake
Lugano
• Take an unforgettable visit to the
cosmopolitan City of Milan
ITALY
Lake Como
Day 1: London – Lake Orta
We journey aboard Eurostar from London to
Paris and join the TGV to Stresa, where we are
transferred by coach to our hotel on the shores
of Lake Orta.
Day 2: Lake Orta
Today is free to explore Lake Orta, a star in this
constellation of subalpine lakes. Situated entirely
in Piedmont, it’s only 8 miles long and less than
2 miles wide. It is truly a location for sublime
moments; in fact, it’s a rather secret place.
Day 3: Lake Maggiore – Stresa – Locarno
Today we offer an included coach excursion
visiting Lake Maggiore. Our visit will incorporate
two scenic stops. The first of these will be at
Stresa on the lake’s western shore, a town full
of villas and gardens, with an attractive lakeside
promenade. Moving on, we enter the Swiss
canton of Ticino to stop at Locarno on the
northern tip of the lake. Locarno is laced with
Latin charm, and all the cobbled alleys of the
old town lead to the colonnaded Piazza Grande
which is renowned for its annual film festival.
Day 4: Lake Como – Lake Lugano
Today’s coach excursion destinations are Lake
Como in Lombardy and Lake Lugano across the
border in Switzerland. Lake Como is striking
for both its mountain landscape and shores
dotted with picturesque villages, luxurious
villas and parks. Our first visit is the town of
Como at the foot of the Como branch. There
are many artistic sites to see including the
11th-century Church of Sant’Abbondio and the
Basilica of San Fedele. The heart of the old town
is the Piazza del Duomo with its Renaissance
cathedral, one of the most beautiful churches
Hotel Giardinetto
in Lombardy. Our next visit is the popular town
of Tremezzo where you can enjoy some of the
most spectacular views on the lake. One of
the most visited destinations in the town is the
Villa Carlotta, the only historic villa on the lake
which offers public access. The other villas are
private, but you can still admire their beautiful
structures and architecture. Our next stop is
across the border in Switzerland at the popular
resort of Lugano, on the northern shoreline of
the lake with the same name. Set within a bay
surrounded by mountains, its town centre is full
of Mediterranean-style squares and arcades with
numerous parks and public gardens adorned with
subtropical plants.
Day 5: Lake Orta
Today is free for you to spend in our resort
of Lake Orta. You can either relax or you may
choose to visit some of the wonderful sights on
the island of San Giulio (not included).
Day 6: Milan
Milan is internationally famous for fashion and
design. It is also home to several historic and
artistic attractions and is a fascinating city to
explore.
Day 7: Lake Orta
Enjoy a further free day in resort and relax
amid the spectacular scenery or explore the
surrounding area.
Day 8: Lake Orta – London
We depart in the morning, travelling back to Paris
where our Eurostar connection returns us to
London.
Due to the late arrival on day 1 lunch and dinner
will be provided on day 2.
8DAYS
FROM
£895
DATES & PRICES
Tour code: REILA08
7 October 2018 ...................................................... £895
Single room supplement from ....................... £185
Standard lake view supplement .................... £105
Superior lake view supplement ......................£135
22 April 2019............................................................. £949
13 May 2019 ............................................................... £995
24 June 2019 ........................................................... £1049
Single room supplement from .......................£175
Standard lake view supplement .................... £105
Superior lake view supplement ......................£135
All prices shown are per person
Insurance & deposits – see page 65
PROVISIONAL TRAIN TIMES
Outward journey
Departs London 09.24
Arrives Stresa 21.38
Return journey
Departs Stresa 09.21
Arrives London 19.39
YOUR HOTEL
The Hotel Giardinetto, Pettenasco
The 3 star Hotel Giardinetto in Pettenasco lies
on the shores of Lake Orta. Here you can enjoy
all the comforts of a modern hotel: a sauna, a
heated swimming pool with solarium, a private
beach and a landing stage. All of the bedrooms
have an en suite, a satellite TV, a telephone and
a hairdryer. There is also a restaurant with a
lakeside veranda as well as a large banquet hall.
Milan
To book call us on 01858 438479 or visit us at www.arenarailholidays.co.uk
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