Andiamo! Citalia Magazine Winter 2023

An
Adventure
of the
Heart
There’s an amorous air across Italy, but few places get the heart beating
quite as much as Venice, Verona, and Lake Garda. Why not combine all
three destinations in one for a decidedly romantic escape?
Experience the most enchanting locations across northeastern Italy on Citalia’s personalised romantic
eight night break. We’ll take you into the heart of Venice with its palaces and canals, then onto the
historic city of Verona, known best as the setting for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, before giving
you ample time to explore and unwind among the raw beauty of shimmering Lake Garda.
Venice
Begin your journey in Venice where, upon arrival, you can board a water taxi and navigate the
famous canals into the city. With many hotels boasting private jetties, you may get to step straight
into the lobby for a smooth entrance. We suggest you familiarise yourself with Venice by walking
around at a leisurely pace, where you’ll come across many bridges, including the grandest and
oldest, Rialto Bridge. In the evening, wander over to St. Mark's Square, and listen to a live orchestra
while you sip on a glass of wine before a candlelit dinner.
The next day you can use the regular water buses to hop along the main canals as you please, taking
in the many museums, art galleries, and palaces to appreciate Renaissance and contemporary art.
Perhaps you may also like to glide into the city’s side canals on a graceful gondola ride?
Verona
On your third day, sit back and enjoy the short train ride to Verona, which takes just over an hour.
Verona, the city of star-crossed lovers, is perfectly compact, allowing you to easily roam around
its medieval streets by foot. When you come across Piazza delle Erbe, take a pause to enjoy
the delightful café culture. Not far away from this square lies the renowned Casa di Giulietta -
Juliet’s House. Each year thousands of visitors stop by her balcony to leave love letters to Juliet,
Shakespeare’s fictional character.
Another full day in Verona gives you more time to explore this charming city. Head to the oldest
part by the Adige River, where you can be mesmerised by the impressive Roman amphitheatre,
Arena di Verona. Walk hand in hand to the classical Italian garden of Giardino Giusti for captivating
views over Verona’s terracotta rooftop, before a romantic meal in a cosy trattoria.
Lake Garda
The following morning, you'll board a train to nearby Lake Garda, the largest of the Italian lakes,
which takes just 20 minutes. With several days based here you can choose your own pace - whether
you feel like hopping around the lake discovering pretty towns and villages, or simply just kicking
back and admiring the mountain views while sipping the region’s excellent wines. Be sure to join
the evening stroll along the lakeside promenades, before seeking out a romantic nook for dinner
in the many cobblestone streets. You may like to visit the medieval fortress of Scaligero Castle in
the spa town of Sirmione, or simply enjoy its thermal waters. Take the cable car up to the viewing
platform of Sass Pordoi, right in the heart of the Dolomite Mountains, and experience heart-stirring
panoramas together.
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