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Italian Lakes
19th - 26th September 2025
Join us for a stunning 7-night tour of The Italian Lakes, hosted by our Italian Specialist, Paul Stratton, and his wife, Sally. This exquisite journey includes 3 nights at Lake Garda, 2 nights in the serene Imagna Valley, and 2 nights at the elegant Lake Maggiore.Â
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Each evening, indulge in the delights of Italian cuisine, complemented by a couple of special lunch stops, a pasta-making class, and a wine tasting. We have also arranged four organised runs that showcase the best of the lakes and their surrounding areas.Â
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Lake Garda, Italy’s largest lake, has inspired poets and artists for centuries with its crystalline waters, charming harbour towns, and picturesque vineyards. Â
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The Imagna Valley, a lush green oasis relatively untouched by tourism, lies nestled between the sparkling Lakes Como and Iseo, offering a tranquil rural retreat.Â
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Lake Maggiore, which straddles both Italy and Switzerland, is set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Swiss Alps. The lakeside town of Stresa, known for its exotic greenery and genteel atmosphere, with its tree-lined piazzas and decadent buildings, serves as the perfect base for exploration.Â
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Experience the quintessential beauty and culture of the Italian Lakes on this unforgettable tour.
(price based on two people sharing a room)
£2,999 per person
Brief tour overview
DAY 1: Arrival at Laurin Hotel & Tour Briefing
Day 2: ‘Salo & the Valtenesi’ Run, including wine tasting
DAY 3: Day at leisure
DAY 4: Check out of Laurin Hotel
‘Lake Iseo & Bergamo Hills’ Run
Check in at Miramonti HotelDAY 5: Day at leisure, including Pasta Making
DAY 6: Check out of Miramonti Hotel
‘Three Lakes’ Run
Check in at Hotel la PalmaDAY 7: ‘Lake Orta’ Run
DAY 8: Tour end & departure
What's Included
3 Nights at Laurin Hotel, Lake Garda
2 Nights at the Miramonti Hotel, Rota d'Imagna, Imagna Valley
2 Nights at the Hotel la Palma, Stresa, Lake Maggiore
Welcome drink on the first night of each hotel
Breakfast each morning at the hotels
Dinner each evening at the hotels
2 Lunch Stops
Wine Tasting on 1 day
Pasta making lesson on 1 day
4 Organised Runs​
Detailed Road Book (Please note that Tulip Books are not provided for non-UK tours)
Commemorative Tour Rally Plate
Car Parking at Hotel
Services of a Backwater Tours Representative throughout the tour
What's Not Included
Ferry Crossing
Overnight accommodation to/from Italy, to accommodate individual preferences
All drinks, to accommodate individual preferences
Laurin Hotel, Lake Garda
Upgrade to Superior Room with Partial Lake View (La Bouganville) from £55.00 per room per night
Upgrade to Superior Room with Lake View (La Camelia) from £110.00 per room per night
Upgrade to Junior Suite with Lake View (La Calla), prices on request
Upgrade to Deluxe Room with Lake View (La Dolce Vita), prices on request
Upgrade to Suite with Lake View (La Dolce Vita), prices on request
Hotel la Palma, Lake Maggiore
Upgrade to Deluxe Room with Lake View from £80.00 per room per night