Lake Maggiore, a pearl of beauty Wednesday 4 October 2023 (5 Days) Lake Maggiore is one of the most beautiful Italian lakes. It is easy to understand how for centuries he has enchanted great Italian and foreign artists who have stayed here and composed works. Considered the largest of the pre-alpine lakes, from which the name "Maggiore", is of glacial origin and its shores are in Lombardy, Piedmont and Switzerland. Lake Maggiore an unforgettable journey between Lombardy and Piedmont Magical and lush islands Among the beauties of this lake there are its islands, as many as 11, of which 8 in Piedmont and 1 in Lombardy. Between Stresa and Verbania, the archipelago of the Borromean Islands with Isola Madre, Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori are very fascinating. Characteristic also the three rocks called Castelli di Cannero with the remains of the fortress Vitaliana desired by Count Ludovico Borromeo. Not to be missed is the islet of La Malghera and Isolino Partegora, the beautiful Isolino di San Giovanni opposite Verbania, where Arturo Toscanini lived for a long time in the seventeenth century Palazzo Borromeo. Beautiful villas and imposing fortresses and castles stand around the lake and its islands and offer unique and exclusive testimonies of the history and culture that have flourished on these shores for centuries. Among the villas, the Borromeo Palaces of Isola Madre and Isola Bella, the eighteenth-century Villa Ponti di Arona and Villa Treves, in Belgirate, are absolutely unmissable, and saw Gabriele D'Annunzio and Giovanni Verga as guests.In Stresa there are Villa Ducale and Villa Pallavicino with the zoological park, while the splendid Verbania hosts many beautiful villas such as Villa Giulia, Villa Taranto and the nearby Villa San Remigio. Lake Maggiore an unforgettable journey between Lombardy and Piedmont Discover the botanical gardens, parks and nature reserves of Lake Maggiore. Nature lovers will find in the Lake Maggiore the ideal place to spend their holidays surrounded by greenery and incredible varieties of flowers and plants. The countless botanical gardens including Villa Taranto with more than a thousand species, the Camelia park in Locarno and the gardens located on the islands, Isola Madre Park and Isola Bella Park, or the Ticino Park. Throughout the year you can admire many varieties of flowers including camellias, azaleas and rhododendrons. There are also many nature reserves such as the Val Grande National Park and the Valle del Ticino Natural Park, a UNESCO biosphere reserve. Includes
Adults: £499 Children under 12 yrs: £399 (sharing with 2 adults) Single Supplement: £160 (double room, single occupancy) Deposit: £150
Itinerary Day 1- Depart Manchester or Luton Airport to Milan Malpensa Transfer to Lake Maggiore (approx. 60 mins) Day 2 – Day at Leisure or Optional Excursion Day 3 - Day at Leisure or Optional Excursion Day 4 - Day at Leisure or Optional Excursion
Day 5 – Transfer to Milan Malpensa airport for return flights to Manchester or Luton
Al Campanile Apart Hotel & Suite Much more than just a HOTEL A romantic getaway, a weekend with family or friends. Whatever your desires, Al Campanile Hotel Residence will help you to realize them with a tailor-made stay, where everything is designed to make you live every moment of relaxation and pleasure. Our service, always impeccable and cordial, will be at your disposal and will take care of you during your stay, from the warm welcome to the felt goodbye. This property is 6 minutes walk from the beach. Al Campanile-Aparthotel & Suite offers accommodation with views of Lake Maggiore in Baveno. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Some rooms feature a seating area where you can relax. Al Campanile-Aparthotel & Suite features free WiFi throughout the property. A flat-screen TV is offered. Baveno Harbour is 450 yards from Al Campanile. Stresa is 1.9 miles from the property (easy bus/train ride)
Upgrades:
Upgrade to Lake View: £80 Per Room Single Supplement: £160 (Double Room, Single Occupancy)
Flights
Manchester - Malpensa - Manchester
Flight Times Outward: 09h05 - 12h20 Return: 22h15 - 23h25
All times shown are in the local times applicable to that country Flight supplements: no other flight options All prices and airports are subject to availability – routes can be reintroduced, cancelled or amended by the airline at any time. Luggage Included 1 x Small Cabin Bag (45 x 36 x 20cm) See “Extras” for additional luggage with charges Transfer Time: Approx. 55 mins
NEW Easyjet Luggage Policy
As from 10 February 2021 Easyjet are changing their luggage policy. For all tours after that date, the options will be A) Cabin Baggage Only (1 Small Bag 45 x 36 x 20cm) to be placed under the seat in front of you This is included with all bookings. B) Cabin Baggage 2 bags onboard £50 ( 1 Case/Bag Max 56x45x25cm and 1 the included Small Bag 45x36x20cm) C) 15kg Check-In Luggage £70 D) 23kg Check-In Luggage £80
Option B will be subject to availability at the time we book the flights. Should this option not be available, then we will contact you. Door 2 Door Transfers These are currently only available from Sheffield, Rotherham and Chesterfield areas Manchester £85pp Return Hotel Upgrades – see Accommodation Room Upgrades – see Accommodation Optional Excursions – Further details will be e mailed to you approximately 3 months prior to departure Add-Ons – not available for all tours Special Assistance - If this is required at the airport please notify us when booking
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