OverviewWhat’s includedItineraryHotelTrainsUpgradesReviews Tour Search Italy, Southern Europe & Mediterranean Sirmione on Lake Garda Save (46 reviews) GALLERY VIDEO Small Group Uncover beautiful Lake Garda from the ‘Pearl of the Lake’, Sirmione. 10 days From £1,895 per person 2022 Tour code: SRL22 About the tour Known as the 'Pearl of the Lake', stunning Sirmione is perched on the southern shores of iconic Lake Garda. On this exceptional tour we sample Italian wine in the rural wine region of Valpolicella, discover unique culture in Verona and Malcesine, and float along the waterways of Venice on an unforgettable gondola ride. Our Something Special collection features accommodation in 4 and 5-star hotels known for their scenic locations and excellent facilities. Highlights Uncover alluring Venice with a gondola ride through its labyrinthine canals and an insightful guided walking tour. Travel to the lush hills of Valpolicella for a tasting of local wines and homemade dinner at a traditional family-run wine estate. Soak up the Shakespearian city of Verona, filled with fascinating history, medieval and Roman architecture, and rich culture. Stay in the historic heart of the town known as the 'Pearl of the Lake', Sirmione. Explore the scenic towns dotted around the shores of Lake Garda, including striking Malcesine. What’s included TRANSPORTATION First Class Rail Eurostar Standard Premier Eurostar Meals All rail and coach travel throughout your tour ACCOMMODATION 9 nights 4-Star hotel accommodation LUGGAGE Inclusive luggage transfers throughout 1x bag up to 25kg per hotel room (size and weight may vary) To arrange for a second suitcase up to 20kg (size and weight may vary) - prices start from £65 per bag. Just let us know at time of booking EXCURSIONS & ENTERTAINMENT UK Tour Manager from start to finish FOOD & DRINKS 17 meals including 9 breakfasts and 8 dinners WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED Cancellation & Travel Insurance is not included in the price of the tour but can be arranged Itinerary Open all Day 1 – London and Lyon From London St Pancras, we board the Eurostar to Paris. From the French capital, we continue by rail to the handsome French city of Lyon. Arriving in the evening, we check into our hotel for the night before sitting down for our first dinner together. Includes Dinner Eurostar Meal Day 2 - Sirmione Day 3 - Sirmione Day 4 – Verona and Valpolicella Day 5 - Sirmione Day 6 – Venice Day 7 - Sirmione Day 8 – Malcesine Day 9 – Sirmione and Turin Day 10 – Home View itinerary mapPrint itinerary Additional information Departure times Mobility information Hotel Hotel Continental Thermae & Spa, Sirmione View hotel Trains Open all Eurostar Frecciargento Frecciarossa TGV Trenitalia Enhance your holiday Open all Upgrades Inclusive Luggage Upgrade Upgrade to a superior room in Sirmione London Hotels UK rail connections Reviews 4.5 / 5 · 46 reviews 5 stars (34) 4 stars (5) 3 stars (4) 2 stars (3) 1 star (0) S Hunt Submitted 12 Oct 2021 Excellent hotel. Access for those with mobility issues very difficult to go on visits or walk the 700m from the town centre. Collected by Trustpilot Peter Else Submitted 12 Oct 2021 wonderful location great hotel very friendly staff tour leader was brilliant Another well organised tour by GRJ Collected by Trustpilot Jackie Cheetham Submitted 12 Oct 2021 Excellent hotel and lovely staff - without exception. Really did not want to leave. Collected by Trustpilot VIEW GALLERY Mr Robin Patterson Submitted 12 Oct 2021 Busy but unusual little town on edge of Lake Garda with plenty to look at Collected by Trustpilot Mrs L Beech Submitted 09 Aug 2019 Excellent organisation. Information well communicated. High quality hotels and food. Interesting excursions. Collected by Great Rail Journeys Mrs C Robjohns Submitted 05 Jul 2019 Very well organised. Every thing excellent, tour manager, transport arrangements, visits Collected by Great Rail Journeys Show 6 more reviews Europe by Rail 2022 The definitive guide to our 2022 summer rail holidays to a wide range of destinations in Europe. 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