MILAN & LAKE GARDA
25th June - 2nd July 2025
EARLYBIRD PRICES
Embarking on a journey to Milan and Lake Garda offers a perfect blend of urban sophistication and natural tranquillity. Milan, Italy's pulsating fashion hub, invites us to marvel at its architectural masterpieces such as the Gothic Duomo and the elegant Teatro alla Scala and stroll through the stylish boutiques of the Quadrilatero della Moda or sipping espresso in historic cafes. While just a short trip away, Lake Garda provides a serene escape with its sparkling waters and picturesque landscapes. Whether we’re savouring local wines, embarking on a boat tour, or simply relaxing by the lake, the contrasting experiences of Milan's vibrant city life and Lake Garda's peaceful allure make for an unforgettable Italian adventure.
Diva Destinations offers an exquisite journey to Milan and Lake Garda, blending vibrant city life with serene natural beauty. In Milan, you’ll immerse yourself in Italy's fashion and cultural epicentre, exploring iconic landmarks and savouring gourmet cuisine. The trip then transitions to the tranquil shores of Lake Garda, where you will unwind amidst stunning landscapes, charming lakeside villages, and crystal-clear waters. A trip not to be missed!
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Diva Destinations hosts throughout your stay
Private overseas airport transfers
3 nights B&B in the Hotel UNA GALLES **** located in the heart of the gay district of Milan
Food Market & Cooking class in Milan - Lucrezia and aurora will take you to a local fresh food market to discover the secrets of how to buy good fresh food. Then, in the kitchen we can choose three recipes to prepare
4 nights B&B in HOTEL DU LAC & BELLEVUE**** Lake Garda
Lake Garda boat tour – 2 hrs Discover Bardolino, Garda, Villa Canossa, Isola del Giglio and much more from the lake
Morning visit to a local farm with wine and olive oil tasting & light lunch at Lake Garda
Half day/evening visit to Verona
Escorted walking tour of Verona
Dinner in Verona
Tickets to Arena di Verona performing ‘AIDA’
Private sunset boat tour, on an old wooden sail boat (dating 1926) on Lake Garda with an aperitive served on board
100% financial protection
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Flights to/from Italy
City taxes (to be paid on arrival at each hotel
Meals not stated in the itinerary
Personal Travel Insurance
Gratuities
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EARLYBIRD PRICES
Sole Occupancy Room
£4,585 | $5,900
Twin/Double Occupancy Room
£3,995 | $5,200
Please note the USD$ prices are based on current exchange rates and may alter at the time of booking
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Day 1, June 25
Our private taxis will transfer our group from Milan airport to our hotel. We will have our first group dinner in a local restaurant (payable locally). A great way to meet your fellow travellers.
Day 2, June 26
Today we have a private escorted full day tour of Milan including visits to the Cathedral and its Terraces, the Gallery, the Scala Theatre, The Sforza Castle; the Brera District and the Fashion district. We will have a group lunch during the day and group dinner in a local restaurant (both payable locally)
Day 3, June 27
We will be take to a local food market by Lucrezia and Aurora to discover the secrets of how to buy good fresh food. Then, in the kitchen we can choose three recipes to prepare – a fun way to spend the day. We will eat our cooked lunch on site. Tonight, we will have our group dinner in a local restaurant (payable locally)
Day 4, June 28
We are picked up by private transport and transferred from Milan to Lake Garda – Bardolino where we will stay for 4 nights in HOTEL DU LAC & BELLEVUE**** Lake Garda In the afternoon we have a 2 hour boat tour where we will explore Bardolino, Garda, Villa Canossa, Isola del Giglio and much more from the lake. Tonight, we will have our group dinner in a local restaurant (payable locally)
Day 5, June 29
This morning we have a visit to a local farm with wine and olive oil tasting with a light lunch included. We then head back to hotel for our afternoon departure to Verona where we will have an escorted walking tour. We will take dinner in a special restaurant in the town centre (Included in your price) Then it’s Let’s go to the Opera! We have tickets a Arena di Verona to see ‘AIDA’. We return to our hotel in the evening.
Day 6, June 30
We have a day at leisure to explore Lake Garda. We will have a group lunch and dinner tonight at local restaurants (payable locally)
Optional excursion – We can organise a full day by public water transportation to Sirmione
Day 7, July 1
We have our final day at leisure. We will have a group lunch and dinner tonight at local restaurants (payable locally)
Optional Excursion – We can arrange an escorted 2 hour bike tour along the lake
Day 8, July 2
We will be transferred by private taxis to Milan airport for our departures home
Milan & Lake Garda | 25th June - 2nd July 2025 | £1,000pp Deposit
Important Information about our Hosted Group Holidays:
Kindly note we do require a minimum number to guarantee our hosted group holidays. In the unlikely event we do not reach the numbers required we will refund your deposit in full. In the meantime we request you do not book any other elements for this trip including any additional flights or other transport/accommodation arrangements until we guarantee departure. We cannot guarantee that we will have exclusivity of the ship.
Your Hotels
3 nights B&B in the Hotel UNA GALLES **** located in the heart of the gay district of Milan
4 nights in HOTEL DU LAC & BELLEVUE**** Lake Garda