Lake Como and Lake Maggiore — Savoring Waterfront Villas and Charming Village Life

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______| Private Tour | LUXURIATE IN ITALY’S LAKES ON THIS WEEKLONG JOURNEY. TOGETHER, WE WILL DISCOVER THE SOULS OF LAKE COMO AND LAKE MAGGIORE — SAVORING WATERFRONT VILLAS AND CHARMING VILLAGE LIFE. YOU’LL EXPERIENCE HERE THE ITALY THAT LOCALS KNOW AND LOVE. TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE LUNCH AT A CHEESE FARM, A HANDS-ON COOKING CLASS, AND PRIVATE BOAT EXCURSIONS ON THE SHIMMERING LAKES.

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DAY 1 » ARRIVAL & WELCOME TO LAKE COMO ‣ Private transfer from Milan Malpensa airport to your accommodation on Lake Como ‣ Savor a sunset cruise and gourmet dinner at a lakefront ristorante ‣ Overnight in deluxe hotel on Lake Como

DAY 2 » BELLAGIO & COOKING CLASS ‣ Private boat tour of Lake Como, stopping in Bellagio for guided visit of the historic Villa Melzi (1808) ‣ Cappuccino and tradition pastry in the waterfront gem of Bellagio ‣ Hands-on cooking class and meal in the evening, spotlighting regional ingredients and ﬂavors ‣ Overnight in deluxe hotel on Lake Como

DAY 3 » WINE TASTING & NORTHERN LAKE ‣ Private visits and tastings with local food producers, including a traditional cheese farm ‣ Guided exploration of the less touristy northern portion of Lake Como, including a tasting of prized local wines ‣ Overnight in deluxe hotel on Lake Como

DAY 4 » LAKE MAGGIORE & CHEESE TASTING ‣ Private transfer from Lake Como to Lake Maggiore, located in the scenic Piedmont region ‣ During transfer in Arona, we will stop at a local dairy producer to enjoy a cheese tasting ‣ Leisurely stroll through the picturesque waterfront town of Stresa ‣ Overnight in a deluxe lakefront hotel on Lake Maggiore

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DAY 5 » BORROMEAN ISLANDS EXCURSION ‣ Boat excursion to the Borromean Islands—home to spectacular gardens and historic palaces ‣ Bountiful wine, salumi and cheesing tasting in the quaint town of Verbania in the early evening ‣ Overnight in a deluxe lakefront hotel on Lake Maggiore

DAY 6 » LAKE ORTA & ORTO SAN GIULIO ‣ Private transfer to scenic Lake Orta, including a walking tour of the lakefront gem of Orta San Giulio. ‣ Site inspection of the historic Villa Crespi — a 19th-century moorish revival palace. ‣ Authentic lunch at Il Giardinetto restaurant or similar ‣ Overnight in a deluxe lakefront hotel on Lake Maggiore

DAY 7 » GATTINARA WINE EXPERIENCE ‣ Private transfer to the picturesque Gattinara wine region in the nearby countryside ‣ Guided tour of a family-run winery, including a visit to the vineyards and historic aging cellars ‣ Light lunch paired with wine tastings served on site at the vineyard ‣ Closing dinner in Stresa at an authentic Italian eatery ‣ Overnight in a deluxe lakefront hotel on Lake Maggiore

DAY 8 » DEPARTURE ‣ Private transfer to the Milan Malpensa airport or train station ‣ Arrivederci, Italy!

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YOUR EDUCATIONAL TOUR INCLUDES:

‣ Private transfers ‣ Guided visits & entrances ‣ Borromean Islands excursion ‣ Food & wine tastings ‣ Hands-on cooking class ‣ Private winery tour ‣ 7 nights accommodation ‣ Boat excursions on the lakes ‣ Meals, where indicated

*Subject to availability. Not included: any personal expenses or services not speciﬁed above as included in the trip — including “Our Italy trip was the best I ever ﬂights, gratuities, alcoholic drinks, and travel insurance. experienced. It truly spoiled me. We include only top-quality accommodations and expert guides in our programs. Visits are scheduled by special Your custom trips for are now a arrangement and some sites, including those named in MUST in my budget each year! the itinerary, are subject to availability. Spending such great quality time If you need assistance with additional items before or after your trip — including extra tours, transfers or with Italy’s real people was the best accommodations — we are happy to be of service. See decision I ever made.” Italy looks forward to exploring the authentic Italy with you soon! - T. Murphy; Baton Rouge, LA To reserve this program, contact us at: * [email protected] *Tel.: (858) 201-6424 / 1-800 640-4530

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