DAY 1:
Local departure by coach then travel onwards to northern France for an overnight stay.

DAY 2:
Continue to Lake Como for a four or five-night stay on an All-Inclusive basis. B,D

DAY 3: Milan
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 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
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

Please note: April departures are 8 days duration with an extra night in Lake Como on an All-Inclusive basis and an extra optional excursion as follows:

Lake Como Cruise – Villa Carlotta and Balbianello
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

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

 

• FREE local joining points

• Travel by executive coach
• 6 nights' accommodation

• 6 continental breakfasts, 4 evening meals and 3 lunches (packed lunches on excursions)

• An extra night with breakfast, lunch and dinner on the 8-day tour
• Local drinks (beer, selected spirits, wine, soft drinks, tea and coffee) from 08:00-23:30 whilst in resort

• Excursions and visits as detailed

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You'll stay for four or five nights All-Inclusive at the 3-star Hotel Britannia Excelsior in Cadenabbia. Enjoying a splendid setting facing the lake shore, with superb views across the lake to Bellagio, the hotel has a restaurant featuring buffet meals and show cooking, a large lounge area, bar, terrace, lifts and across the road its own lakeside lido area with outdoor pool (open subject to season) and bar (where a limited selection of drinks are available). All bedrooms have flat-screen T.V., telephone, hairdryer and ceiling fan. This large and lively hotel is managed and owned by the Whieldon family, who are on hand to make sure your stay is enjoyable. Room upgrades are available.
Overnight stays in northern France will be in city-style hotels.

8 Day Tour ref 8ICMV

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 UPGRADE COSTS per person.
Comfort Twin with Lake View £40
Deluxe Twin with Lake View £59
Comfort Twin with Lake View & Balcony £70

Deluxe Twin with Lake View & Balcony £90

Deluxe Single (available on request only) £72

Deluxe Twin (available on request only) £18

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