b'ClassicSoak up the elegant ambience of Italys Lake Maggiore from stylish Stresa. Cruise to the Borromean Islands, enjoy a10 DAYS from 2,799ppwine-tasting experience and ride the Centovalli Railway.2,599 pp (BY RAIL)8 DAYS from 2,499ppYOUR ITINERARY * 2,299 pp (BY AIR)Day 1. To Colmar for a nightYour holiday begins as we travel by Eurostar from London to Paris, continuing to Colmar where we check in to our hotel for the night. This town in the Alsace1 TO DIJON LAKEhas colourful, half-timbered houses, cobbled lanes and flower-lined canals.COMODay 2. Arrival in Stresa 1 FROM COLMARWe continue to Stresa today, on the shores of Lake Maggiore. The town has aLocarnosophisticated heritage and overlooks the lakes renowned Borromean Islands.DomodossolaOn arrival, we check in to our lakeside hotel.LAKEOrta San Giulio MAGGIOREDay 3. Exploring the Borromean Islands LAKE ORTA 7 StresaToday we sail to tiny Isola Bella, dominated by the Borromeo Palace. A localITALYguide introduces us to the palace and its Italianate gardens. Next, we continue to the fishing village of Isola dei Pescatori for time to wander independently.Cantina FontechiaraDay 4. Discovering the island gems of Lake OrtaA boat trip on Lake Orta takes us to Isola San Giulio, an island village with anWHATS INCLUDED:ancient monastery. We cruise to Orta San Giulio, known as the Jewel of the 9 nights 4-Star hotelLake, where you are free to walk along the lakefront and explore.accommodation (7 nightsDay 5. A full day to enjoy Stresa on market day if travelling by air) Today is spent at leisure. Stresa hosts a market on Fridays and you might like Eurostar Plusto stroll among the lively stalls, viewing the fresh produce. Alternatively, you First & Standard Class rail travel could also visit other islands by boat, such as Isola Madrea haven of exotic All rail and coach travelplants and birdlifeor Pallanzo, whose palaces include the Villa Taranto. throughout your tour Return flights fromDay 6. Lake Maggiore Express and Centovalli railway London Heathrow to VeronaA highlight of the tour awaitsa trip on the 1920s Centovalli Railway. Its name,(if travelling by air)a hundred valleys, describes its route past valleys, wildflower meadows andExpertise of a UK Tour Managerwaterfalls. In Locarno, there is free time before we return to Stresa by boat.from start to finishDay 7. A free day to discover more of Stresa and Lake MaggioreEurostar light mealsWith a free day you could take a rail trip to Milan, the fashion capital of ItalyBreakfast each day, 6 dinnersand see the superb Teatro alla Scala and its famous Duomo. Or, simply relax(4 dinners if travelling by air)by the swimming pool and gardens at our hotel.All guided tours and excursionsDay 8. Wine pairing at Fontechiara Tour Code: STL| per person based onThe winery of Fontechiara welcomes us for a wine tasting with paired2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers charcuterie and cheesesa perfect way to spend our last day on the Italianfrom 750.Lakes. We return to the hotel with time to relax before our final dinner in Italy. 2025 Departures: Day 9. Flying home, or by rail to overnight in Dijon, France APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEPOn the fly-only departures, you will be transferred to Milan airport for your flight. If returning by rail, we take a First Class rail journey to Dijon in France viaEveryday Traveller Ratedthe shores of Lake Geneva. On arrival, we check in to our hotel for the night.Day 10. Homeward bound 1 2 3 4We leave Dijon and continue by First Class rail to Paris. Our journey providesSecure your place nowtime to reflect on our time in the Italian Lakes region. In Paris, we join the Eurostar service to London where your holiday comes to an end.with a 575pp deposit* Fly options are available on certain dates. If you opt for this, your holiday willFor more information on start on Day 2 and end on Day 9.dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/STLITALY 37'