Spectacular Lake Maggiore - Milan Speranza
The timeless attractions of Lake Maggiore are well known to generations of visitors. Backed by the distant snow capped Alps the mesmerising scenery virtually compels visitors to lounge at the many lakeside cafés, admire the elegant villas and wander through the many lush tropical gardens.
Hotel Milan Speranza au Lac ****
The Hotel Milan Speranza au Lac comprises of two adjacent buildings and enjoys a great location in Stresa, close to the boat landing stage and overlooking the lake.
• Traditional en-suite bedrooms • LCD TV with satellite channels • Free Wi-Fi • Air conditioning • Safe • Hairdryer • Restaurant • Lounge • Bar • Lift
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VERY IMPORTANT NOTE - ITALY STAY TAX - Hotels may charge you a tax during your tour which is beyond the control of Edwards Coaches and is entirely at the discretion of each hotel.
The Italian Government has given the ability for each municipalities in Italy to decide if they wish to introduce a stay tax levied on tourists. This has been implemented sporadically throughout Italy with each municipalities deciding how they collect this. The tax broadly ranges from €1-€5 per person per night and is generally collected from each passenger on arrival. Due to the uncertain nature of collection and the decision being made by the municipalities we are recommending that all passengers are made aware of this on booking to ensure that any tax can be paid on arrival at their hotel if you are asked for it.
Day 1
TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
Following our Channel crossing to Calais, we complete the journey to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation. (D)
Day 2
FROM OVERNIGHT HOTEL TO STRESA
We complete the journey to our resort on the shores of Lake Maggiore, arriving in time for dinner. (B, D)
Day 3
FREE DAY
Enjoy a day at leisure in Stresa. Why not take a boat trip to the Borromean Islands comprising of Isola Bella, Isola dei Pescatori and Isola Madre? On Isola Bella, you can also visit the beautiful Borromeo Palace and Gardens that boast a series of ornate and overlapping terraces containing many rare and exotic plants. (B, D)
Day 4
LUGANO
We travel to the Swiss resort of Lugano, set on its own lake, partly in Italy and partly in Switzerland. With its compact piazzas and extensive tree-lined promenades, Lugano is the most alluring to the Ticino regions lake resorts. At the centre of the town is the Piazza della Riforma, a huge café lined square near the lake. (B,D)
Day 5
LAKE COMO
Today we travel to Lake Como. At the heart of Como's walled Old Town, the Piazza San Fedele has many 400 year old buildings and a beautiful basilica. At the top of Via Contu you will see the old wall's most spectacular standing tower, the Porta Vittoria. Climb the hill behind it and go to the top of Barodello Tower for a lovely view of the entire lake. (B,D)
Day 6
LAKE ORTA
Today we enjoy a leisurely excursion to Lake Orta, one of the smallest of northern Italy's Alpine lakes. We travel via Omega to the charming car free lakeside village of Orta San Giulio. The picturesque lakeside central square, with its frescoed 16th century town hall, overlooks the island of San Giulio. (B, D)
Day 7
STRESA TO OVERNIGHT HOTEL
We depart our hotel and continue to our overnight dinner, bed and breakfast accommodation. (B,D)
Day 8
FROM OVERNIGHT HOTEL
Continue to Calais and complete the journey home. (B)
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Executive coach travel
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Short sea ferry crossings
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2 overnights dinner, bed & breakfast accommodation
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5 nights dinner bed & buffet breakfast accommodation in Stresa (set menu on night of arrival)
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Excursion to the Swiss resort of Lugano
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Discover Como’s Old Town as we visit Lake Como
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Visit Lake Orta, one of the smallest of northern Italy’s lakes
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Free time in resort at leisure
NB City tax to be paid locally
DEPARTURE DATE & PRICE
18th Jul 7 nights £949
SRS £198
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cardiff Gate Services | Cardiff Gate Services CF23 8RA |
| Cardiff West Services | Cardiff West Services Coach Park, CF72 8SA |
| Dyffryn Depot | Edwards Travel Centre, Dyffryn Close, Llansamlet SA6 8QG |
| Edwards Depot LLANTRISANT | Edwards Depot, Llantrisant, CF72 8QZ |
| Magor Services NP26 3YL | Magor Service Coach Park |
| Neath - Railway | Neath - Outside Railway Station, SA11 1BY |
| Newport RAILWAY STATION | Bus Stops outside the RAILWAY STATION,NEWPORT NP20 4AX |
| Port Talbot Customs | Port Talbot Bus Stop OUTSIDE Customs House Just past the Plaza, SA13 1HW |
| Pyle Cross | Pyle Cross, bus stop outside supermarket.Pyle Road CF33 6AG |
| Sarn SERVICES | Sarn SERVICES - Coach Park, CF32 9SY |
