Lake Orta Tour
8 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Milan, Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Omegna, Varallo, Macugnaga, Stresa
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Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 35
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Tour Overview
Embark on an enchanting journey through Italy with the Lake Orta Tour. This delightful adventure begins with a flight from London Heathrow to Milan Malpensa, followed by a scenic coach transfer to the charming Giardinetto Hotel on Lake Orta. Enjoy seven nights of comfort with dinner, bed, and breakfast included. Explore the picturesque lakeside villages, vibrant street markets, and stunning lake and mountain scenery. Delight in boat trips to Orta, Maggiore, and the Borromean Islands, and visit the historic Isola San Giulio and the chic town of Stresa. Discover the 15th-century church of Santa Maria delle Grazia in Varallo and savor a wine tasting session at the hotel. With a full touring itinerary and a dedicated tour manager, this tour promises an unforgettable Italian escape.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1:
Location: Milan
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
Fly from London Heathrow to Milan. On arrival, transfer by coach to Lake Orta (approx. one hour) and the Giardinetto Hotel for check-in and evening welcome drink and dinner.
Day 2: Full Day To Relax And Explore Lake Orta At Your Leisure.
Location: Lake Orta
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The Hotel Giardinetto sits on the edge of Orta just four kilometres from the lake’s main town, Orta San Giulio which has a beautiful historic centre containing handsome palazzi and pretty houses with decorative wrought-iron balconies. In the main square is the town hall, a frescoed building dating from 1582 and a host of restaurants with outdoor terraces, perfect for a relaxed lunch. If you are feeling energetic, the amazing Sanctuary of Sacro Monte, high above the town, was built between 1591 to 1770 and contains 21 chapels in which a variety of scenes from the life of St Francis of Assisi are shown. You could take a boat trip to visit the tiny Isola San Giulio with a pretty church containing a 12th century pulpit.
Day 3:Â Full Day Tour To Lake Maggiore.
Location: Lake Maggiore
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
A wonderfully scenic introduction to the area is a full day tour of one of the principal lakes of the region: the relaxing Lake Maggiore. With stops at delightful lakeside villages and spectacular lake and mountain views, you will be enchanted at every turn. We also visit Villa Taranto, known as the 'Kew Gardens' of Lake Maggiore, then Cannobio for lunch (own expense) and free time for an afternoon stroll on the west coast of the lake.
Day 4:Â Full Day Tour To Omegna.
Location: Omegna
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travelling by boat today we head for Omegna, Lake Orta’s other main settlement, where there will be the opportunity to visit the colourful local market. Omegna’s centre is also very pleasant around the Piazza del Municipio where a bridge spans the River Nigoglia. This evening there will be a wine-tasting at the hotel before dinner.
Day 5:Â Full Day Tour To Varallo.
Location: Varallo
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps, Varallo is a small town on the confluence of two rivers – the Sesia and Mastallone. Visit the 15th century church of Santa Maria delle Grazia to see beautifully restored 16th century frescoes by local Gaudenzo Ferrari. Sitting 150 metres above the town in the Sacro Monte de Varallo, one of the most famous pilgrimage sites in Piedmont. A series of 50 chapels are filled with 800 life-sized religious statues dating back to the 15th century.
Day 6:Â Full Day Tour To Macugnaga And Monte Rosa.
Location: Macugnaga
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
The mountain village of Macugnaga sits at the base of Monte Rosa, the second highest mountain in western Europe, in both Italy and Switzerland, and is dramatically surrounded by a series of high peaks. Due to its location, it is a quiet place, making it perfect to appreciate the wild and spectacular scenery of the area as well as its charming mountain architecture.
Day 7: Full Day Tour To Stresa And The Borromean Islands.
Location: Stresa
Accommodation Name: Giardinetto Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Returning to Lake Maggiore, we start the day exploring the chic lakeside town of Stresa, which has been a holiday spot for the aristocracy of Europe for centuries, who have left behind a wealth of lovely villas. From Stresa we will take a boat out to the Borromean Islands, a group of three islands in Lake Maggiore. Isola Bella is the location of the splendid 17th century Palazzo Borromeo; Isola Madre is home to a beautiful botanical garden; and Isola dei Pescatori, the only inhabited island, has a quaint and picturesque fishing village.
Day 8:Â
Location: Milan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer to Milan for the return flight to London Heathrow.
What's Included
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Return flight from London Heathrow to Milan Malpensa
The tour includes a return flight from London Heathrow to Milan Malpensa.
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Seven nights' accommodation on dinner (set menu), bed and breakfast basis at the four-star Giardinetto Hotel, Lake Orta
Enjoy seven nights' accommodation with dinner (set menu), bed, and breakfast at the four-star Giardinetto Hotel, Lake Orta.
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Winetasting at the hotel
A wine tasting session at the hotel is included.
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Full touring itinerary as detailed in the itinerary
The tour includes a full touring itinerary as detailed in the provided itinerary.
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Tour manager throughout
A tour manager will be available throughout the tour.
What's Not Included
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Double for sole use supplement
A supplement is required for double rooms used for sole occupancy.
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Room upgrades - only twins/doubles available: Standard lake view or Superior lake view
Room upgrades to Standard lake view or Superior lake view are available for an additional cost.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included.
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Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those stated in the itinerary are not included.
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls etc
Personal items such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Fly from London Heathrow to Milan Malpensa, followed by a coach transfer to Lake Orta. The tour includes boat trips to various locations such as Omegna and the Borromean Islands, providing scenic views and convenient travel between destinations.
Accommodation
The charming four-star Giardinetto Hotel is located on the lake about 4km from Orta San Giulio and offers lovely views. Facilities at this friendly, family-run hotel include heated pool, lakeside terrace restaurant serving local cuisine, bar and comfortable bedrooms with private bath/shower, TV, telephone and minibar. Rooms with a lake view and balcony are also available subject to availability and supplement.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the Lake Orta Tour?
The tour includes seven nights' accommodation at the four-star Giardinetto Hotel, located on the lake about 4km from Orta San Giulio. The hotel offers facilities such as a heated pool, lakeside terrace restaurant, bar, and comfortable bedrooms with private bath/shower, TV, telephone, and minibar. Rooms with a lake view and balcony are also available subject to availability and supplement.
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Are there any boat trips included in the Lake Orta Tour?
Yes, the tour includes boat trips to various locations such as Omegna and the Borromean Islands, providing scenic views and convenient travel between destinations.
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Is there a tour manager available during the Lake Orta Tour?
Yes, a tour manager will be available throughout the tour.
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What meals are included in the Lake Orta Tour?
The tour includes dinner (set menu), bed, and breakfast at the four-star Giardinetto Hotel. Meals other than those stated in the itinerary are not included.
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Is there a wine tasting session included in the Lake Orta Tour?
Yes, a wine tasting session at the hotel is included in the tour.
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What are some of the highlights of the Lake Orta Tour?
Highlights of the tour include discovering quaint lakeside villages with typical Italian architecture, enjoying spectacular lake and mountain scenery, visiting lively and colorful street markets in Omegna, exploring the chic lakeside town of Stresa and the Borromean Islands, and visiting the 15th century church of Santa Maria delle Grazia in Varallo.
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What is the transportation arrangement for the Lake Orta Tour?
The tour includes a return flight from London Heathrow to Milan Malpensa, followed by a coach transfer to Lake Orta. Boat trips are also included for travel between various locations.
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Are there any additional costs for room upgrades during the Lake Orta Tour?
Yes, room upgrades to Standard lake view or Superior lake view are available for an additional cost.
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Is holiday insurance included in the Lake Orta Tour?
No, holiday insurance is not included in the tour.
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What personal items are not included in the Lake Orta Tour?
Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included in the tour.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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