b'ClassicDiscover glorious Lake Garda, explore timeless Venice,and indulge in dinner and wine tasting at a Valpolicella winery,10 DAYS from 2,599ppfrom the enchanting lakeside town of Sirmione. 2,399 ppYOUR ITINERARYTOPARISDay 1. London to ChambryMeeting at London St Pancras, your holiday begins as we board the Eurostar1 TO LAUSANNEto Paris. We then continue by First Class rail to the medieval town of Chambry, with a backdrop of the French Alps, where we spend the night.MalcesineSirmione 7 ValpolicellaDay 2. Arrival in the lakeside town of Sirmione VeronaToday we rail to Milan then transfer to Sirmione. On Lake Gardas southern shores, the town has a fortress guarding the entrance. Our family-run hotel is1 FROMMilan TO VENICEa favourite among our customers, with its stunning lakeside setting and spa. CHAMBRYITALYDay 3. Exploring Sirmione at leisureWith a day at leisure in Sirmione, you could visit the preserved medieval Scaligero Castle. The Old Town is a maze of medieval churches and historicWHATS INCLUDED:buildings such as Palazzo Callas, formerly home to opera singer Maria Callas.9 nights 4-Star hotel Day 4. Touring Verona, tasting wines and dining in rural Valpolicella accommodation We begin with a guided tour of historic Verona today, visiting Juliets balcony Eurostar Plusand the Roman Arena. Later, at a winery in Valpolicella, we learn about wine production with a tasting, before enjoying a private dinner at the vineyard.First Class rail travel All rail, cruise and coach travel Day 5. A full day in Sirmione throughout your tourToday is another chance to explore Sirmione. You could visit Grotte di Catullo, the remains of one of the largest Roman villas in Italy. For a more relaxingExpertise of a UK Tour Manager experience, make use of the hotels swimming pool, spa and peaceful garden. from start to finishDay 6. The timeless wonders of Venice Eurostar light mealsA First Class rail journey takes us to the Floating City of Venice. Here, weBreakfast each day, 8 dinnersboard a private boat to St Marks Square for a guided tour of the sights,All guided tours and excursionsfollowed by a private gondola ride, gliding through the luminous canals. Day 7. A day at leisure in Lake GardaToday you could explore a little further, possibly travelling by boat to admireTour Code: SRL| per person based onfragrant Isola del Garda or visiting the Andr Heller Botanic Garden. 2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers from 800.Day 8. Visiting the medieval hamlet of Malcesine 2025 Departures: This morning we visit the attractive lakeside village of Malcesine, with its striking castle and palace. There is time to see the 14th-century castle beforeMAR, APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTwe return by boat, cruising the length of the lake, back to Sirmione. Day 9. To picture-perfect Lausanne, Lake Geneva Everyday Traveller RatedSaying farewell to Sirmione, we head north by coach to Milan then travel by First Class rail to Lausanne beside Lake Geneva where we stay for the night. 1 2 3 4Day 10. Homeward boundLeaving Lausanne this morning, our journey continues by First Class railto Paris, before catching the Eurostar back to London St Pancras.Discoveries Secure your place nowYou may also likeSimply Lake Garda with a 550pp deposit10 DAYS FROM 1,899pp 1,699ppExperience the treasures of Lake Garda withFor more information on excursions to magical Venice and Verona. dates and prices,Visit greatrail.com/DZL visit greatrail.com/SRLITALY 27'