Venice, Verona and Lake Garda by Rail

Day 1  Venice  
After taking a private water taxi from Venice airport to your hotel, enjoy an al fresco dinner at one of the charming seafood restaurants in St Mark’s Square. Watch the sun set over the waterfront before meandering through Venice’s enchanting myriad of narrow alleyways to your centrally located hotel.  

Day 2  Venice  
There is arguably no better way to take in the beauty of Venice than with a private Grand Canal tour, included in your package. Enjoy the peaceful boat trip, drifting past some of the most iconic symbols of the city and meandering through some of the smaller canals for an entrancing journey past historical Venetian houses.  

Day 3  Venice  
Take a trip to the most iconic Venice landmarks with your included day tour, featuring skip the line admission at popular sites. Start at the impressive St Mark’s Basilica, followed by the Gothic-styled Doges Palace, once the seat of the Venetian government. Later, see the centuries-old glass-making process at Murano and stop off at Burano on your return to explore and photograph the island’s brightly coloured streets.  

Day 4  Verona  
After making your way to Venice train station to board your train, arrive into Verona, a beautiful city in Italy’s Veneto region, oft described as the city of love, thanks to its association with Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Settle into your city centre hotel before enjoying a delicious pizza in one of the charming nearby restaurants.  

Day 5  Verona  
After a leisurely start to your day, explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed city, starting off at the impressive Roman amphitheatre, overlooking Piazza Bra, which dates to the 1^st Century and is the third largest in the world. Put yourself in the shoes of a Roman-era spectator and gain an awesome perspective by climbing up the tiered seating areas of the arena. Later, admire the balcony and statue of Juliet at the gothic ‘Casa di Giulietta’ - said to have inspired Shakespeare.

Day 6  Verona  
Start today with a scenic stroll over the grand Ponte Pietro, under which the Adige River flows, before climbing up to the medieval fortress of Castel San Pietro, offering unparalleled views over the rooftops of Verona from its terraces. Reward yourself with an authentic pizza at Piazza delle Erbe, the city’s bustling market square, where you can find a multitude of inviting cafes and restaurants. Afterwards, perhaps pick up a few souvenirs from the artisan market stalls.  

Days 7-9  Lake Garda  
Arrive to Lake Garda after a scenic train journey through Italy’s lake region. Make the most of the historic charms of the ancient villages surrounding the lake. Perhaps, visit the village of Sirmione, which is renowned for its magnificent and imposing Scaligero Castle, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in Italy. Continue onto enchanting Limone sul Garda, recognised for its centuries-old, terraced lemon houses, carved out of rocky mountain slopes. If seeking the best views of Lake Garda, why not ride the phenomenal Malcesine Monte Baldo Cable Car, transporting you above the beautiful valley below and delivering you to a stunning mountain-top, where you can enjoy a walk followed by picnic with a view? While staying in Lake Garda, try out a wide variety of seasonal outdoor activities including hiking, cycling and kayaking - all terrific ways to make the most of the dazzling scenery.  

Day 10  Lake Garda  
Pick up some final souvenirs, before boarding the train to Verona, to continue your onwards travel to the airport.