b'TOUR HIGHLIGHTSZermattEnjoy a gentle cruise on Lake Orta, seeing its villages from a different perspective as you visit the island of Isola San Giulio and town of Orta San Giulio.Visit the stylish town of Stresa on Lake Maggiore, discovering the history, natural beauty and charm of this pretty resort.Explore Switzerlands peaceful mountain resort of Zermatt, with free time to enjoy this historic town below the famous Matterhorn. Stresa ACCOMMODATIONDays 1-2Overnight in TurinHHHHDays 2-8Hotel Giardinetto, PettenascoHHHHTour Code: ORL |per person based on 2 sharing.Deposit from 250 per person. Supplement for solo travellers from 260.1 2 3 4Comfortable Explorer ratedthis picture-book location, and maybe relax in a caf orDays 7-8An excursion to Stresa, homeward boundrestaurant with some typically Swiss fare. You could visitToday a coach takes us to the elegant town of Stresa, the Matterhorn museum to learn about the history of theoverlooking Lake Maggiore, which has welcomed visitors famous mountain, or take a trip on the Gornergrat Railwaysince the 19th century. You have free time here to discover for fantastic views of the Matterhorn summit. We return toits medieval buildings, public gardens and museums. You our hotel, for dinner this evening.could also take a scenic boat trip to the Borromean islands. The island Isola Bella is home to the Borromeo Palace and Days 5-6 - Relax beside Lake Orta, explore Lake Como its formal gardens. Tonight is our last dinner at our hotel. Today is yours to spend as you choose. Its market day in the nearby lakeside town of Omegna and you can hop onOn Day 8 we travel by coach to Stresa for a rail connection one of the boats from our town to reach it (payable locally).to Paris where we join the Eurostar back to LondonAlternatively, you could visit the museum of Pettenasco,St Pancras. Theres time on the journey to look back ondedicated to the towns wood-working industry. Theyour tour of the Italian Lakes and the Swiss mountainRomanesque church may be of interest too, with its tworesort of Zermatt. bell towers and pretty entrance. Your hotel has spectacular views from its terrace, so you might be content to linger over a coffee and drink in the stunning landscapes. TO/FROM PARIS LAKE MAGGIOREOn Day 6 we travelto picturesque Lake Como, in theVIA LAUSANNEfoothills of the Alps. The lakeside is dotted with luxuriousDOMODOSSOLA MENNAGIOvillas, orange trees, and cheerful villages of sunlit squaresand is a delight to discover. First we visit the lakesideZERMATT BELLAGIOtown of Menaggio, with classic Italian appeal. Youre freeSTRESAto explore here, and Piazza Garibaldiin the heart of thePETTENASCO 6 LAKE COMOOld Townis the perfect place to stop for a gelato. We thenLAKE ORTAcross the lake to Bellagio, a stunning location where theres1 Italytime to wander the charming streets and visit a caf, or browse craft shops selling locally produce items. The coachTURINtakes us back to Lake Orta, and we dine at our hotel. Nights in hotel By Coach By Rail By ShipCALL US ON 01904 734936 OR VISIT RAILDISCOVERIES.COM/24ORL FOR MORE DETAILS 21'