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Lake Garda and the Verona Opera
Spend an unforgettable night at the opera, enjoying a performance of Nabucco (9-day holiday) or Aida (10-day holiday) in a timeless venue, as well as exploring the fascinating city of Verona. Fully acquaint yourself with beautiful Lake Garda where our excursions touch the most renowned lakeside resorts in both north and south areas of the lake, and also venture to the charming Isola del Garda by boat, discovering a picturesque haven of scenic Italian landscapes!
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Itinerary
Please choose your preferred 9 or 10 day itinerary
Please Note: The 9-day itinerary features the Nabucco performance at the Verona Opera.
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Belgium or northern France for an overnight stay.
We continue our journey to the Hotel Villa Mulino in Garda.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Discover the delightful lakeside villages of Malcesine and Riva del Garda as we take a relaxing tour of northern Lake Garda. Malcesine is a beautiful and quintessential Lake Garda town with narrow winding streets and a 14th-century castle that gives fantastic views of the town and lake from its clock tower. Riva del Garda has a beautiful little port, with houses tightly packed around the water's edge.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- North Lake Garda
Enjoy a day at leisure or join us as we embark on a fantastic optional excursion to the southern shores of Lake Garda, where we’ll get to explore the pretty town of Sirmione and enjoy a short peninsula cruise. This famous town is known for its beautiful views and relaxed atmosphere, and we’ll be able to take in its many sights. These include the 13th century Scaliger Castle, and the churches of Sant’Anna della Rocca, San Pietro in Mavino and Santa Maria Maggiore. Spend time relaxing in this charming town and enjoy the scenery of this beautiful part of Italy.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Optional Excursions
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South Lake Tour and Peninsula Cruise
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
Departing from Garda's port, we set sail to visit Lake Garda's very own island home for a unique experience. Upon arrival, a local guide will explain the history of the island and of the imposing Venetian Villa designed by the architect Luigi Rovelli in the early 1900s. We take a walk around terraces and layered Italian gardens which all slope down to the lake brimming with local and exotic plants, rare essences and unique flowers. Here you can enjoy the most evocative views of the lake from a unique perspective.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- Isola del Garda Lake Cruise
After a morning at leisure and lunch at the hotel, the highlight of the holiday sees you make the short journey to Verona. Lose yourself in the maze of 13th-century streets that formed the backdrop to Shakespeare’s tale of star-crossed lovers. Enjoy an aperitif in a cafe in Piazza Bra, in the shadow of the immense arena.
This evening, take your place in the amphitheatre, soaking up the atmosphere as darkness begins to fall and the stage is set for the performance of opera. For opera buffs, enthusiastic amateurs or simply lovers of truly special occasions, a night at the Verona Opera Festival is a memorable experience to treasure forever.
Please note: there is a large amount of walking involved, as well as many steps to negotiate, during our visit to the opera. Seating is in the Gradinata Sector 4 area, (numbered places) on the steps of the Arena. Upgraded seating may be available on request, at an additional cost.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Included Highlights
- Verona
- Verona Opera
Enjoy a day at leisure to explore independently.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Depart and travel through to Belgium or northern France for an overnight stay.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
Return home.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
Please Note: The 10-day itinerary features the Aida performance at the Verona Opera.
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service, then to Belgium or northern France for an overnight stay
We continue our journey to the Hotel Villa Mulino in Garda.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Discover the delightful lakeside villages of Malcesine and Riva del Garda as we take a relaxing tour of northern Lake Garda. Malcesine is a beautiful and quintessential Lake Garda town with narrow winding streets and a 14th-century castle that gives fantastic views of the town and lake from its clock tower. Riva del Garda has a beautiful little port, with houses tightly packed around the water's edge.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- North Lake Garda
Enjoy a day at leisure or join us as we embark on a fantastic optional excursion to the southern shores of Lake Garda, where we’ll get to explore the pretty town of Sirmione and enjoy a short peninsula cruise. This famous town is known for its beautiful views and relaxed atmosphere, and we’ll be able to take in its many sights. These include the 13th century Scaliger Castle, and the churches of Sant’Anna della Rocca, San Pietro in Mavino and Santa Maria Maggiore. Spend time relaxing in this charming town and enjoy the scenery of this beautiful part of Italy.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Optional Excursions
-
South Lake Tour and Peninsula Cruise
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
Enjoy another day at leisure today or join us on an optional excursion to the Dolomites. Prepare to be awed by the incredible variety of diverse landscapes, from lush valleys to towering peaks. These beautiful mountains offer endless opportunities for exploration on our optional coach tour, as we take in the splendid scenery here and stop for a number of photo opportunities!
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Optional Excursions
-
Italian Dolomites
The optional excursions will be available to book during your tour.
Prices are per person and are subject to change. Payment will be in Euros (cash payments only).
After a morning at leisure and lunch at the hotel, the highlight of the holiday sees you make the short journey to Verona. Lose yourself in the maze of 13th-century streets that formed the backdrop to Shakespeare’s tale of star-crossed lovers. Enjoy an aperitif in a cafe in Piazza Bra, in the shadow of the immense arena.
This evening, take your seat in the amphitheatre, soaking up the atmosphere as darkness begins to fall and the stage is set for the performance of opera. For opera buffs, enthusiastic amateurs or simply lovers of truly special occasions, a night at the Verona Opera Festival is a memorable experience to treasure forever.
Please note: there is a large amount of walking involved, as well as many steps to negotiate, during our visit to the opera. Seating is in the Gradinata Sector 4 area, (numbered places) on the steps of the Arena. Upgraded seating may be available on request, at an additional cost.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Included Highlights
- Verona
- Verona Opera
Today, enjoy a day at leisure to explore independently.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Departing from Garda's port, we set sail to visit Lake Garda's very own island home for a unique experience. Upon arrival, a local guide will explain the history of the island and of the imposing Venetian Villa designed by the architect Luigi Rovelli in the early 1900s. We take a walk around terraces and layered Italian gardens which all slope down to the lake brimming with local and exotic plants, rare essences and unique flowers. Here you can enjoy the most evocative views of the lake from a unique perspective.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- Isola del Garda Lake Cruise
Depart and travel through to Belgium or northern France for an overnight stay.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
Return home
Included Meals
- Breakfast
Accommodation
You will stay for six or seven nights at the 3-star Villa Mulino in the centre of Garda town. The hotel has been a firm favourite with Shearings customers for many years and you are assured of a wonderful welcome!
Overnight stays in Belgium or northern France will be in city-style hotels.
Hotel Villa Mulino
The 3-star Villa Mulino is set just 200 metres from the shores of Lake Garda in a converted former watermill. Retaining many original features, the hotel is an absolutely charming place to stay, featuring a pool area and gardens which make a perfect place to relax and enjoy your Lake Garda holiday. From here, it’s just a couple of minutes’ walk into the old town of Garda where there are a number of fine eateries and traditional bars with fantastic views across the lake. The restaurant serves authentic Italian and international cuisine, including regular live music and dancing in the evenings.Location: Corso Italia 84/86 Via don Gnocchi, 20, Garda, 37016
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Hotel Facilities
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- Bar
- Restaurant
- Outdoor Swimming Pool (Seasonal)
- Lift
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- TV
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Air Conditioning
- Fridge
- Shower
- Telephone
- Free WiFi (Bedrooms only)
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- Restaurant
- Lift
- WiFi Available
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