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What to expect

Charming Towns

Charming Towns

Ferry-hop the lake’s charming, colourful towns

Fully-guided Walks

Fully-guided Walks

Leisurely half day walks in beautiful surroundings

Stunning Sightseeing

Stunning Sightseeing

Explore the magnificent castles & villas

About this trip...

About the trip

Join us as we discover the stunning shores of Lake Garda on this walking holiday in Northern Italy. With three included walks, we seek out some of the area’s most beautiful vistas whilst leaving us plenty of free time to relax or explore this fascinating region further. Grade: Easy to Medium
Activity Level: Activity Level Rating
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What's Included?

  • Flights & Transfers
  • Airport Taxes & Charges
  • Single room
  • Breakfast & dinner daily
  • Lunch in Torri del Benaco
  • Welcome drink and information meeting
  • 3 guided half-day walks
  • Accompanying Solo's Tour Leader
  • Fully financially protected

What's extra:

  • Insurance see here
  • Tourist Tax, €2.00 per day payable to the hotel locally at the end of your stay (amount subject to change)

Itinerary

  • Arrival Day
  • Val dei Mulini / Costermano
  • Day at leisure
  • Garda / San Vigilio / Torri del Benaco
  • Day at leisure
  • Tour of la Rocca
  • Day at leisure
  • Departure Day

What you'll be doing

Day One: Arrival Day

Day One: Arrival Day

Arrive at Verona Airport and transfer to our hotel.
  • Dinner Included
Day Two: Explore Val dei Mulini / Costermano

Day Two: Explore Val dei Mulini / Costermano

After breakfast we begin our charming walk which passes through the beautiful Valle dei Mulini before we reach the small hamlet of Castion Veronese, location of the stunning Villa Pelligrini Cipolla (1760). From here, the route takes us to the picturesque villages of San Verolo and Costermano, from where we return downhill to Garda. Our afternoon can be spent at our leisure. 
 
Walking: 11 km
  • Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day Three: Day at leisure

Day Three: Day at leisure

Captivating Lake Garda has attracted the rich and famous to its shores for many years. At 370 sq km, it’s the largest of the Italian lakes, spanning three of Italy’s most beautiful regions - Lombardy, Trentino and Veneto. The scenery has a Mediterranean feel to it, with vineyards, olive groves and citrus orchards dominating the landscapes, mainly due to the region’s uniquely mild micro-climate.

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Four: Garda / San Vigilio / Torri del Benaco

Day Four: Garda / San Vigilio / Torri del Benaco

Our walk today takes us firstly along the stunning shores of Lake Garda, until we reach the magnificent Villa Canossa. We continue to San Vigilio, to admire the stunning ancient villa, host to royalty, nobility and film stars. The route rises to a panoramic spot above the legendary Baiadelle Sirene, before entering the woods where there are still Bronze Age ancient graffiti carvings to admire. From here, a panoramic walk takes us to Scaligero Castle, where we will enjoy lunch at a local trattoria before taking a relaxing ferry ride back to Garda. We can spend the afternoon at our own pace to do our own thing. 

 
Walking: 9 km
  • Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Included
  • Trattoria restaurant does not cater for vegan or gluten free requests

Day Five: Day at leisure

Day Five: Day at leisure

Why not take a stroll along Garda's delightful promenade or ferry-hop in between the lake’s charming, colourful towns. Alternatively, enjoy a leisurely lunch on its shores watching the world go by.

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Six: Tour of la Rocca

Day Six: Tour of la Rocca

Our walk today rises gently uphill to the ancient monastery at Rocca San Giorgio. From here, the trail enters the woods leading to the beautiful viewpoint at Rocca Vecchia. A stepped trail leads us back to base, passing a statue of the Madonna, constructed to protect the town of Garda. After this, we can enjoy an afternoon however we wish. 

 
Walking: 8 km
  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Seven: Day at leisure

Day Seven: Day at leisure

Why not venture out and visit one of the other beautiful parts of this region. Local buses can take you to Verona or Malcesine, or even take a boat trip over to Sirmione and visit Castello Scaligero. Your Tour Leader will be happy to assist you with any arrangements you may like to make.

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included

Day Eight: Departure Day

Day Eight: Departure Day

It's time to say “Arrivederci”! After transferring to the airport, we will board our flight home.

  • Breakfast Included

Accommodation

Hotel La Perla Three-star +

The hotel is conveniently located just a few steps from the shores of the lake and the old town of Garda. A dream come true, especially for sports enthusiasts, in a place synonymous with fun, wellbeing and outdoor activities. During your stay, the hotel will organise a live music night.

Facilities include

The hotel features a bar, a restaurant offering buffet breakfast and meals with menu of choice, a huge lounge, a tv room with Sat tv, lifts, air conditioning, outdoor and underground parking. Swimming pool is seasonal depending on the weather conditions and may not be open during your stay. Furthermore, there is an in-house bike rental.

Room includes

Comfortable and spacious rooms are provided with bathroom (with shower), hairdryer, radio, Sat tv, minibar, safe, air conditioning and balcony.

Dates & Prices

Departure Return Nights Price from Other Info Regional flights
23 Apr 2025 30 Apr 2025 7 £1730.00 Please call for regional flights
8 May 2025 15 May 2025 7 £1730.00 Please call for regional flights
27 Sep 2025 4 Oct 2025 7 £1770.00 Please call for regional flights

Frequently asked questions

Transfer Time
The transfer time from Verona Airport to our hotel is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour , depending on weather and traffic.
Walking programme
Three half day guided walks are included in the programme. Your walking guide will advise you in resort of the daily programme. The walking programme is graded as Easy to Medium and you can expect to walk between 8 to 12km per day, with some ascents/descents, rough underfoot terrain.
  • Val dei Mulini/Costermano
  • Length approx 11 km - medium terrain
  • Tour of the 'Rocche'
  • Length approx. 9 km - easy terrain.
  • Garda/San Vigilio/Torri del Benaco
  • Length approx. 8 km, mostly easy terrain
It is your responsibility to ensure that you are fit and well enough to take part in your chosen activity holiday. If you are unsure as to whether the walks are within your capabilities, please contact the office to discuss this matter, thus making sure you appreciate the terrain that you will be walking. You could be walking across uneven ground in some areas and extreme care must be taken, especially if wet. If used to using a pole/stick, it is advisable to bring it. Please appreciate the route and content of the holiday may change at the time and at the discretion of the guide/organiser, should conditions require. Solo’s Holidays Ltd cannot be held responsible for personal injury, accident or damage to property whilst on these walks other than incidents arising out of the company’s negligence. The guide has the right to refuse to guide a walk with anyone not properly attired.
What to Wear
It is important that you have the correct footwear. It is essential to wear walking boots that are comfortable and preferably lightweight, with some ankle support and a good grip. If you already have a pair of boots that you are happy walking in (including during hot/wet weather and on hard ground), then bring these along. However, if you are bringing new footwear, do make sure they are well broken in before you arrive. The weather, even in summer, is unpredictable – particularly in mountainous areas. We would therefore recommend you travel with clothing suitable for all conditions, and suggest you use the following checklist as a guideline of what to take:
  • Walking boots with good ankle support
  • Waterproofs – jacket and trousers
  • Walking poles – recommended as they provide good support for the knees, particularly on downhill sections of walks and when conditions are wet/slippery
  • Lightweight trousers and shorts with pockets
  • Shirts or t-shirts for walking in
  • Walking socks – several pairs
  • Lightweight fleece or jumper
  • Hat & gloves
  • Daysack/rucksack for walking
  • Umbrella – it can be used also for protection from the sun as well as rain
  • Lightweight drinking bottle to carry water whilst walking
  • Small first aid kit – plasters, insect repellant, etc
  • Good, high factor sunscreen, sunhat and sunglasses – the sun’s strength is often multiplied in mountainous areas.
Gratuities
We suggest a Group Collection to cover transfer drivers, and hotel staff of €20.00 per person. Your Tour Leader will collect this on your behalf and distribute it accordingly, thus relieving you of the burden of who, when and how much to tip. The tipping of housekeeping will be left to your individual discretion (a small amount left in your room on departure should cover this and would be much appreciated). As is customary, ‘the hat’ will be passed around for the driver and guide on all optional excursions. 
 
For any meals that are not included in your itinerary, or taxi fares, your Tour Leader can advise of an appropriate % add on.
Currency
Euros
Passports & Visas
A full 10-year passport is required valid for at least the duration of your stay. Holders of passports with the inscription “British Citizen” or “European Union” do not require a visa. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have the correct visa, a valid passport and any other travel documents for your holiday. 
 
All information provided relates to British citizens who hold or are entitled to apply for a British passport. For the most up-to-date visa information please visit; Italy Foreign Advice If you are not a British citizen and do not hold a British passport, you must make your own enquiries as to the applicable requirements. 
 

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