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The Beauty of Lake Como & Maggiore - 7 days from £399, 8 days from £609, 9 days from £619

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7-Day Break

  • Day 1 – Local departure by coach then travel to northern France for an overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Continue to Lake Como for a four night stay on an All-Inclusive basis. B,D
  • Day 3 – Milan (included). Included excursion to Milan to enjoy one of the world’s most elegant shopping arcades, the Sforza Palace, the marvellous Gothic cathedral, the glittering La Scala Opera House and much, much more. B,L,D
  • Day 4 – Lake Maggiore and Lake Cruise. Today’s included excursion takes us first to the opulent resort town of Stresa, from where a boat will take you towards the famous Borromean Islands, which lie at the centre of the lake and are fine examples of natural beauty enhanced by landscaped gardens and parks. B,L,D
  • Day 5 – St. Moritz and Bernina Region Railway (optional). Join our optional excursion to the world-famous resort of St. Moritz. From here you join the Bernina Region Railway, the highest rail crossing of the Alps for a journey through the peaks and glaciers of the Bernina Alps. Don’t forget your camera as we experience the fantastic sights from the Alpine wonderland to the palm trees of Italy. We rejoin our coach in Tirano for the journey back to Como.  B,L,D

    Please note: This optional excursion must be purchased at the time of booking in order to guarantee your seat reservation, at a cost of £35 per person.
  • Day 6 – Travel to northern France for an overnight stay. B
  • Day 7 – Travel to Calais and return home. B

8-Day Break

  • Day 1 – Local departure by coach then travel to northern France for an overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Continue to Lake Como for a five night stay on an All-Inclusive basis. B,D
  • Day 3 – Lake Como Cruise – Villa Carlotta and Balbianello (optional). The best way to appreciate the beauty of Lake Como is by taking to the water. On this optional excursion you sail by private boat to Villa Carlotta and Villa del Balbianello, two of the loveliest villas on the lake, both set in magnificent gardens. B,L,D
  • Day 4 – Milan (included). Included excursion to Milan to enjoy one of the world’s most elegant shopping arcades, the Sforza Palace, the marvellous Gothic cathedral, the glittering La Scala Opera House and much, much more. B,L,D
  • Day 5 – Lake Maggiore and Lake Cruise. Today’s included excursion takes us first to the opulent resort town of Stresa, from where a boat will take you towards the famous Borromean Islands, which lie at the centre of the lake and are fine examples of natural beauty enhanced by landscaped gardens and parks. B,L,D
  • Day 6 – St. Moritz and Bernina Region Railway (optional). Join our optional excursion to the world-famous resort of St. Moritz. From here you join the Bernina Region Railway, the highest rail crossing of the Alps for a journey through the peaks and glaciers of the Bernina Alps. Don’t forget your camera as we experience the fantastic sights from the Alpine wonderland to the palm trees of Italy. We rejoin our coach in Tirano for the journey back to Como. B,L,D

    Please note: This optional excursion must be purchased at the time of booking in order to guarantee your seat reservation, at a cost of £35 per person.
  • Day 7 – Travel to northern France for an overnight stay. B
  • Day 8 – Travel to Calais and return home. B

9-Day Break

  • Day 1 – Local departure by coach then travel to northern France for an overnight stay.
  • Day 2 – Continue to Lake Como for a six night stay on an All-Inclusive basis. B,D
  • Day 3 – Lake Como Cruise – Villa Carlotta and Balbianello (optional). The best way to appreciate the beauty of Lake Como is by taking to the water. On this optional excursion you sail by private boat to Villa Carlotta and Villa del Balbianello, two of the loveliest villas on the lake, both set in magnificent gardens. B,L,D
  • Day 4 – Milan (included). Included excursion to Milan to enjoy one of the world’s most elegant shopping arcades, the Sforza Palace, the marvellous Gothic cathedral, the glittering La Scala Opera House and much, much more. B,L,D
  • Day 5 – Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands (included). Today’s included excursion takes us first to the opulent resort town of Stresa, from where a boat will take you towards the famous Borromean Islands, which lie at the centre of the lake and are fine examples of natural beauty enhanced by landscaped gardens and parks. B,L,D
  • Day 6 – St. Moritz and Bernina Region Railway (optional). Join our optional excursion to the world-famous resort of St. Moritz. From here you join the Bernina Region Railway, the highest rail crossing of the Alps for a journey through the peaks and glaciers of the Bernina Alps. Don’t forget your camera as we experience the fantastic sights from the Alpine wonderland to the palm trees of Italy. We rejoin our coach in Tirano for the journey back to Como. B,L,D

    Please note: This optional excursion must be purchased at the time of booking in order to guarantee your seat reservation, at a cost of £39 per person.
  • Day 7 – Como Market and Lugano Shopping (optional). Optional excursion giving you a chance to buy those all-important presents for loved ones, with a full day’s shopping experience. B,L,D
  • Day 8 – Travel to northern France for an overnight stay. B
  • Day 9 – Travel to Calais and return home. B

Included Meals: B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner

Notes

Prices are per person, based on two sharing a Standard Comfort twin room. 

Extras:

  • Optional excursions
  • Single room supplement (Standard Comfort room) £60 
  • Travel insurance from  £41.95 

Room Upgrades 

Costs are per person:

  • Comfort Twin with Lake View £50
  • Deluxe Twin with Lake View £70
  • Comfort Twin with Lake View & Balcony £87
  • Deluxe Twin with Lake View & Balcony £112
  • Deluxe Single (available on request only) £91
  • Deluxe Twin (available on request only) £24

Please note: The difference between comfort and deluxe rooms relates to the furnishings/decor and not the size of the room.

Early Booking Discount Special Offer!

£20 off Apr departures when you book before 28th February 2012. Quote reference "EJ12" when making your booking by telephone or enter as your discount code on the payment page for online bookings.

Late Availability

Please call 0844 504 6251 to book late availability offers. Prices listed are per person, based on 2 people sharing a standard room.

  • 13 February 2012 for 7 days

    Was: £489.00 - Now: £389.00

Passengers :

Tour Includes

  • Free local joining points
  • Travel by executive coach
  • 6, 7 or 8 nights’ accommodation with continental breakfast
  •  4, 5 or 6 evening meals
  • 3, 4 or 5 lunches (packed lunch on excursions)
  • All Inclusive - Local drinks (beer, selected spirits, wine, soft drinks, tea and coffee) from 08:00-23:30 whilst in resort.
  • Included excursions:
    • Milan
    • Lake Maggiore

Optional Excursions

  • St Moritz and Berina Region Railway
  • Lake Cruise - Villa Carlotta and Babianello (8 and 9 days only)
  • Como Market & Lugano Shopping (9 days only)

Silver Service

Upgrade to Silver Service and enjoy these extras

  • Travel by Silver Service luxury coach which includes:
    • Extra legroom for your added comfort
    • Comfortable rear lounge to relax and chat
    • FREE personal headphones with a choice of music & DVDs
  • Porterage in all hotels
  • Smaller, more personal group

Tour Dates

The Beauty Of Lakes Como & Maggiore (7 Days) - Silver Service
Tour Ref: 7ICMV/1

12 March 2012 - £499.00

26 March 2012 - £509.00

20 October 2012 - £529.00


The Beauty Of Lakes Como & Maggiore (9 Days) - Silver Service
Tour Ref: 9ICMV/1

21 April 2012 - £729.00

05 May 2012 - £799.00

12 May 2012 - £819.00

19 May 2012 - £839.00

02 June 2012 - £849.00

09 June 2012 - £849.00

16 June 2012 - £849.00

30 June 2012 - £859.00

21 July 2012 - £859.00

04 August 2012 - £859.00

11 August 2012 - £859.00

18 August 2012 - £859.00

25 August 2012 - £859.00

08 September 2012 - £869.00

15 September 2012 - £859.00

22 September 2012 - £845.00

29 September 2012 - £829.00

06 October 2012 - £775.00

20 October 2012 - £729.00


The Beauty Of Lakes Como & Maggiore (9 Days)
Tour Ref: 9ICM/1

05 May 2012 - £669.00

12 May 2012 - £679.00

26 May 2012 - £719.00

14 July 2012 - £749.00

01 September 2012 - £765.00

13 October 2012 - £619.00