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Semi-Private · Venice

The Fine Wines of Lake Garda and the Veneto

5 Days Italian Lake District · Veneto

The Overview

Overview

On this five day itinerary you will get the chance to discover the fertile wine growing region around Lake Garda. Your tour will take in the gorgeous lakeside towns of Sirmione, Bardolino and Lazise where medieval castles and churches with frescoes from the school of Giotto will amaze you, while evening walks along the shores overlooking the Alps will make you feel renewed and revitalised. 

The focus of this tour is on sampling some of the best wines that the region has to offer, from Amarone and Valpolicella red wines near the lake, to sparkling wines from the Valdobbiadene region close to Treviso that is world famous for its Prosecco.

This makes a perfect add on to your trip to Venice or Bologna.

Duration

5 days

4 nights

Pricing

On request

Tailored to your dates and group.

A 5 day trip to discover the finest wines, historic villas and picturesque landscapes of the Veneto region.

Regions
Italian Lake District · Veneto
Tour Style
Semi-Private
Departs From
Venice
Included Meals
4 lunches · 3 wine tastings
Day by day

Itinerary

Follow the route as you read. The map traces each day of the journey, moving with you from place to place.

Italian Lake District

Chapter 1 · Days 1–3

Welcome to Italian Lake District

The northern Italian lake region of Lombardy is famous for its "smiling landscape" borders Switzerland and its alpine north, however the lake district has its own microclimate and offers comprably warm tempertures throughout the winter.   The lake district consists of 6 lakes including Lake Maggiore, Lake Orta, Lake Como, Lake Garda, Lake Iseo and Lake…

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Day 1

Italian Lake District, Lake Garda

Winery in a villa

  • Lunch
  • Wine Tasting
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Pick up from your hotel or the airport this morning. Transfer to the first stop on the trip, a historic winery in the heart of the Valpolicella wine-growing region. Here you can marvel at the beauty of the 18th century villa and its surrounding vineyards and well-kept gardens. After a tour of the winery and finding out all about the Valpolicella winemaking process, you will get the chance to taste some of their finest wines, including Valpolicella Classico and Amarone Riserva.

Lunch including locally made cold cuts and cheeses will follow.

Overnight stay on Lake Garda.

Day 2

Italian Lake District, Lake Garda

Breathtaking Lake Garda Towns

  • Lunch
  • Wine Tasting
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You will be picked up from your Lake Garda hotel this morning and taken on a full day tour of the area. 

The stunning towns of Lazise and Sirmione will be visited, along with a local winery overlooking the lake. 

Today's winery is famous for having an exceptional Rosé, a long-preserved tradition along the south banks of Lake Garda due to its exceptional terroir. Another special wine from this estate is the Cuvèe made using the Metodo Classico, which matches exceptionally well with Parmesan cheese and fish dishes.

Overnight on the lake.

Day 3

Italian Lake District, Lake Garda

Relaxation Day

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Today you will have the chance to relax at one of the finest spas on Lake Garda, immersed in a lush green forest. The Cedar Tree Villa is one of the most magnificent spas in Italy and boasts two large thermal lakes with geysers, jacuzzis and waterfalls, which are the ideal place for relaxing and unwinding after a long trip. The water in the main lake stays at a constant 95F, the perfect temperature to promote relaxation in the human body, while there are two pools you can swim to in the middle of the lake where the temperature reaches 105F. There is also an on-site gym, relaxation area and massage & wellness centre and it is the perfect place to spend a full day.

A lakeside dinner can be organised in the town of Lazise.

Overnight at the lake.

Veneto

Chapter 2 · Days 4–5

Welcome to Veneto

The Veneto region in Italy is one of the most remarkable and romatic regions. It offers visitors a journey through the land of Palladio, Giorgione and Titian, through enchanting mountains and vine carpeted valleys, to some of Italy's most romantic cities. A land of rolling hills, rivers, lakes and impressive architecture; Veneto is a stunning region in…

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Day 4

Veneto, Valdobbiadene

Sparkling Wine & the Veneto

  • Lunch
  • Wine Tasting
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You will be picked up by your driver and taken on a full day tour to wineries in the Veneto region. Today's focus will move to sparkling wines, namely the famous local Valdobbiadene, one of this region's most famous exports. 

This Palladian villa and winery were founded in the 17th century and the same family have been running it with passion and dedication ever since. All of the wines are DOC and DOCG, making them some of the most prestigious Prosecco Valdobbiadene on the market.

Lunch in the winery.

In the afternoon a visit to the historic town of Treviso, with its Renaissance squares, frescoed buildings, ancient waterways and charming atmosphere. There are plenty of fine Medieval buildings and churches, including the famous church of San Francesco, where Dante's son was laid to rest.

Overnight in Venice.

Day 5

Veneto, Venice, Venetian Lagoon

Venice and the Lagoon

  • Lunch
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Take a trip around the islands of Venice and see a side of the Serenissima that few tourists get to see. Your boat tour will show you the delights of Murano, famous for its rich history of glass-making, Burano, a colourful island of fishermen and lacemakers, and Torcello, with its 1000 year old cathedral.

Lunch on Burano island.

You may choose to extend your trip and stay in Venice or take a private transfer back to the Venice International Airport.

The details

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • English-speaking driver
  • Visits to wineries
  • Wine tasting
  • Lunch or tasting plate at each winery

What's Not Included

  • Food and beverages not mentioned in the program
  • Gratuities of any type
In their words

Traveler Reviews

Emily and David Davison Travelled with us

My husband and I just took a two week trip to Italy that was planned for us by Eleanor Kinchin-Smith. It was a fantastic trip and we could not have been more thrilled. We worked together with Ele to let her know about our interests and our style of travel. She planned the perfect trip with excellent private guides at all of our sites, professional drivers and lovely hotels. We arrived in Italy with all of our train and ferry reservations made by Ele, with tickets in hand. She was in touch with us daily throughout our trip to make sure that things were going smoothly. She was able to make a few changes to our itinerary as needed. We look forward to working with Ele again on our next trip and have put her in touch with another family member to help plan their trip as well.

Ron and Deb Crosby Travelled with us

Dear Guiseppe and Jesse,

We just returned from our most wonderful vacation to Italy and wanted to first thank you for putting together such a wonderful trip, and second to provide some feedback for the future.

Hotels

1. Hotel Sovestro in San Gimignano was wonderful. The staff were very friendly and helpful and made the first portion of our journey very stress free. They made us feel like we were part of their family. I would recommend it to anyone and would specifically ask for it if we were to make a return visit.

2. Hotel La Baia in Monterosso was nice and it's location was very good especially for us older folks humping luggage from/to the train station.

3. Hotel Lucchesi in Florence- what can I say expect FANTASTIC. The rooftop view at sunset is well worth it. Again very friendly and helpful staff. Would recommend it to everyone.

Wine Tour

Money well spent. We had a great time overall. The driver Mario was OUTSTANDING. He had lots of local knowledge as well as about winemaking. USE HIM AGAIN!!!

The various wineries we visited on tour:

Altesino- fantastic and they were not cheap on their pouring. Great experience.

Azienda Agricola Patrizia Cencion Sloaria- Again a great tour by one of the owner's daughters. We felt like we were the only thing on their mind although there were other customers there. A great way to complete the day.

Again we had a fantastic time and are very appreciative of everything you booked for us. We wish you continued success and if our travels should bring us back to Italy, we know who to call.

Leon and Michele Travelled with us

The trip was great we appreciate all the hard work you and your team invested to make our experience a once in a lifetime trip. We appreciate all the attention to the details in particular Giuseppe spending the time and the focus with us on the road and as we were exploring your great country.

Bob & Sandy Travelled with us

Jesse & Giuseppe,

Sandy and I have been looking through my slides of our trip to Southern Italy. We had such a good time with you and Giuseppe that we wanted to let you know again. You were the best guides ever.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a private tour, or will we join a group?

Private. You travel with your own guide and driver, and the only people on the itinerary are the ones you bring with you. Nothing is shared with strangers, and the pace of each day is yours to set.

Can the itinerary be changed to suit us?

Yes. What you see here is a starting point, not a fixed departure. Tell us how long you have, what you love and what you would rather skip, and we will reshape it around you. A slower morning, an extra night somewhere you fell for, a different region entirely.

How do we start planning?

Send us a note using the form on this page, or call us on 1-866-779-2565. A travel specialist replies within one business day, usually with a few questions of their own. There is no cost and no obligation in asking.

When should we book?

The earlier the better, particularly for travel between May and September, when the best small hotels and the guides worth having are taken first. That said, we have put together beautiful trips at short notice, so ask and we will tell you honestly what is still possible for your dates.

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