b'Lake ComoThe Best of the Italian LakesSoak up the beauty of four of Italys beautiful lakes: Orta, Maggiore, Lugano, and Como as you relax in idyllic surrounds on this scenic escape. Stroll through colourful towns, uncover tiny islands and cruise across the waters for unforgettable views.8 DAYS FROM INCLUDED IN THE PRICE1,199 pp UK Tour Manager from start to finishAll transfers by rail and coach7 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast and 2023 DEPARTURES IN: dinner each day MAY, JUN, AUG, SEP, OCT All ExcursionsDays 1-2: London to Lake Orta enchanting, tiny island village dominated by a monastery, Meet at London St Pancras, and board the Eurostar towhich gazes like a lighthouse across the lake. The inside Paris. Continue to Turin, where you stay overnight. Onof the Basilica is well worth a visit, with grand artwork Day 2, enjoy a walking tour of this grand Italian city thatstretching across the walls and under the half domes. After includes the Mole Antonelliana, a beautiful example oftime to explore, transfer by boat to Orta San Giulio, taking \x14\x1cth-century Italian architecture, and the Piazza Castello.in views of white townhouses and buildings with terracotta After free time for lunch, transfer by coach to Pettenascoroofs which stand out against the lush green of the forest-on Lake Orta. The lake is overlooked by the pristine peakcovered mountainside. On arrival in Orta San Giulio, unwind of Monte Mottarone and the nearby village of Orta has ain a classic piazza or head to the lakefront, populated by tranquil atmosphere. Unlike its more iconic cousins, Lakesmall fishing boats. Popular with writers since the \x14\x1cth Garda and Lake Como, Lake Ortas seclusion makes it acentury, Orta San Giulios elegant streets have inspired peaceful alternative, where visitors can experience anpoets and artists such as Lord Byron and Robert Browning. authentic and relaxed Italian way of life.Day 4: PettanascoDay 3: Isola San Giulio & Orta San Giulio Today youre free to get to know Pettanasco and Lake Orta Enjoy a scenic cruise across Lake Orta to Isola San Giulio, anat your own pace. The lake and its surrounding villages 24 ITALY CALL US ON 01904 734936 OR VISIT RAILDISCOVERIES.COM FOR MORE DETAILS'