Stay at the stunningly beautiful centre of Italy’s most exclusive lake with included cruises to its villas – relax or explore by boat, bus and train
(limited dates/availability)
15 April & 21 October 2023
Lake Como - 7 nights
Lake Como remains the most elegant of the Italian lakes. Its golden age came in the 19th century when its romantic scenery and equitable climate attracted the likes of Queen Victoria, Flaubert, Tennyson and Liszt, but centuries earlier it was favoured by Julius Caesar and both Pliny’s were born here. Today, George Clooney and Donatella Versace are amongst the celebrities who own secluded villas, whilst the lakeside towns with their houses of pastel pinks and yellows make the area a highly sought after film location.
Lake Como takes its dreamlike atmosphere from flower-filled gardens reflected in the water, secluded villas, little lakeside towns with steep narrow streets, all set against the dramatic backdrop of the southern Alps. Cruising the lake itself is a rewarding experience allowing fine views and different perspectives, a photographer’s paradise!
Shaped in the form of an inverted ‘Y’, the northern end and the Lecco arm reveal dramatic peaks. Charming towns and villas set against a backdrop both less rugged and more genteel populate the Como arm.
Lake cruises are included to two of the most famous 18th-century villas: elegant Villa Carlotta, with beautiful sculptures and abundant gardens; stunningly located Villa del Balbianello, once a home of the Visconti family and the Italian mountaineer Guido Monzino, and now the setting for celebrity weddings and films such as ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Casino Royale’.
Grand Hotel Menaggio has been a favourite of Jules Verne guests for more than 20 years. The small town of Menaggio lies in the scenic central area of Lake Como with a range of restaurants, cafés, shops and regular ferry and bus services
Most Popular Classic Resort
Historical Hotel
Jules Verne Favourite Hotel
No Single Supplement
Solo Group Departures
Local Expert Guides
Enjoy an afternoon cruise on the lake by private launch, sailing past Varenna, Bellagio and Lenno to visit Villa Carlotta and gardens. Enjoy a drink at the historic Grand Hotel Cadenabbia overlooking the lake. A further cruise to Villa del Balbianello for a guided tour.
Day 1 Fly to Milan and transfer to the Grand Hotel Menaggio for seven nights.
Day 2 Afternoon private boat along Lake Como to Villa del Balbianello, for a tour. (B)
Day 3 An optional full-day excursion to Switzerland’s most elegant resort, St. Moritz, with a short train journey one-way on the Bernina Express through high mountain scenery to Diavolezza Bernina (£68). (B)
Day 4 At leisure or full-day optional tour to Lombardy’s capital, Milan. Visit Castello Sforzesco; a Renaissance Palace and view the dramatic Gothic cathedral, La Scala opera house and the Galleria Vittorio Emmanuele (£59 bookable from May-Sep). (B)
Day 5 Afternoon private lake cruise. Visit Villa Carlotta and its gardens. Enjoy a drink on the Grand Hotel Cadenabbia terrace with views across the lake to Bellagio and Varenna. (B)
Day 6 At leisure. Perhaps travel on a ferry (Ferry port is approx. 100 metres away from hotel) and spend the day exploring many picturesque towns situated at the shoreline of Lake Como such as Bellagio and Varenna. (B)
Day 7 Optional full-day tour to Lake Orta, the town of Stresa and a boat to Isola Bella on Lake Maggiore (£68) or join an optional full-day tour discovering Como Town and continuing by bus to one of the finest cities in Switzerland, Lugano including a cruise on Lake Lugano (£60 bookable from May-Sep).
Day 8 Return flight from Milan. (B)
Notes
Excursions on Days 2, 6 & 7 include walking on some uneven surfaces.
Optional tours are not exclusive for JV groups and subject to minimum numbers.
Milan and Como Town & Lugano optional excursions are bookable from May-Sep.
A 4-star historic hotel, looking directly over the blue waters of Lake Como, a few steps from Menaggio main square and boat station. Restaurant, pool, bar, boutique and WiFi (free). 94 air-conditioned rooms with hairdryer, safe, mini-bar and satellite TV.
Note:
An accommodation tax is payable locally, currently €2 per person per night (maximum 10 nights).
Extra Week at Grand Hotel Menaggio
Extend your stay for a further seven nights at the Grand Hotel Menaggio.
Day 1 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 2 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 3 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 4 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 5 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 6 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 7 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 8 Transfer to Milan airport for the return flight to Heathrow. (B)
Extra 3 Nights at Grand Hotel Menaggio
Extend your stay for a further three nights at the Grand Hotel Menaggio.
Day 1 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 2 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 3 Day at leisure. (B)
Day 4 Transfer to Milan Airport for return flight back to Heathrow. (B)
2023
Saturdays
per person in a twin/double room
ITA Airways from Heathrow
| April 8 | £1295 |
| April 15 | £1225 |
| May 6 | £1325 |
| May 20 | £1325 |
| June 3 | £1325 |
| June 10 | £1345 |
| June 17 | £1345 |
| June 24 | £1345 |
| July 1 | £1325 |
| August 26 | £1325 |
| September 2 | £1345 |
| September 9 | £1345 |
| September 16 | £1325 |
| September 23 | £1325 |
| October 7 | £1245 |
| October 14 | £1225 |
| October 21 | £1225 |
Saturdays
per person in a twin/double room
ITA Airways from Heathrow
(limited dates/availability)
15 April & 21 October 2023
Supplements per person
Single Supplement
NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
(limited availability)
2023: Oct 7 & 14
Solo Group Departures
(No Single Supplement)
2023: Apr 15 & Oct 21
Single supplement £215
(May-Sep 2023 £315; Oct 2023 £185)
Accommodation Upgrades
Lake View £195 (May-Sep 2023 £275)
Lake View single £410 (May-Sep 2023 £590; Oct 2023 £380)
Flight Options
easyJet from Gatwick £125
For alternative regional departures in 2023, please call one of our Personal Travel Experts for a quote.
Optional Excursions
St Moritz £68
Milan Tour £59
Lake Orta & Stresa Tour £68
Como Town & Lugano £60
Extension Options
Extension - Lake Como
Grand Hotel Menaggio
7 nights £595 (May-Sep 2023 £645)
Single supplement £215 (May-Sep 2023 £315; Oct 2023 £185)
3 nights £345 (May-Sep 2023 £395; Apr/Oct 2023 £325)
Single supplement £95 (May-Sep 2023 £135)
Lake View supplement
3 nights £75 (May-Sep 2023 £115; Apr/Oct 2023 £85)
Single Supplement £250 (Apr/Oct £180)
7 nights £195 (Oct 2022 £125; May-Sep £275)
Single Supplement £315 (Apr £215; Oct £185)
Tour Only
Save £290
Arrival or departure transfer add £105
Price Includes
Air travel and taxes, transfers, 7 nights’ accommodation, breakfast daily, services of local representatives. If our specially negotiated airfares are unavailable at the time of booking, a supplement may apply.
Not Included
Travel insurance, optional excursions, tipping, any government and local tourist taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication.
Note
An accommodation tax is payable locally, approximately between €1.50 and €3 per person per night (maximum 10 nights).
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