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From your base beside the scenic shores of Lake Orta, look forward to combining time at leisure with a variety of excursions. Enjoy a boat trip across the lake to visit the Basilica di San Giulio, travel by coach and train to the Swiss resort of Zermatt at the foot of the Matterhorn, and explore the Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto, nestled beside Lake Maggiore.
This tour also has dedicated departures available for solo travellers. Please enquire or call for more information
4 excursions & visits
Half-day excursion to Orta San Giulio, boat trip to Isola San Giulio & Basilica di San Giulio
Excursion to Zermatt, Switzerland by rail
Half-day excursion to Verbania and Villa Taranto
Excursion to Stresa with private boat tour to visit the Borromean Islands
2 days free time
Enjoy time to explore independently, relax at your hotel, join our optional excursions or ask your tour manager for their recommendations.
15 meals
7 breakfasts
1 lunch
7 dinners
Transport from the UK
International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways or easyJet from London Heathrow or Gatwick.
Accommodation
7 nights in hotel
Transport
Travel in destination by coach
8-day itinerary
Day 1: UK – Milan – Lake Orta
Your journey begins after Titan Travel’s VIP service collects you from your home ahead of your flight to Mila. After arriving and transferring to Lake Orta, enjoy a welcome drink with dinner, before some introductory musical entertainment.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 2: Orta San Giulio – Isola San Giulio
Enjoy an excursion to the idyllic town of Orta San Giulio, before embarking on a boat trip to Isola San Giulio and Basilica di San Giulio – when on land.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 3: Täsch – Zermatt – Täsch
Soak up the breathtaking surrounding scenery as you experience a train journey from Täsch to Zermatt. From here, you’ll take an additional train to specific viewpoint to witness the spectacular views over the mountains and glaciers.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 4: Lake Orta
Spend the day at your own leisure as you marvel at the sheer beauty of Lake Orta. If you’re looking to do some more exploring, there are a number of UNESCO-listed chapels in the hills above Orta San Giulio for you to discover.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 5: Verbania and Villa Taranto
Verbania, the largest town in Lake Maggiore, will be the next destination on your adventure around Lake Orta. While here, enjoy an excursion to the exceptional Botanical Gardens of Villa Taranto, with its wide array of exotic plants and flowers.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 6: Lake Orta
Enjoy another day of relaxation at your own leisure.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 7: Stresa
The journey continues to Stresa, located on the banks of Lake Maggiore. Take part in a private boat tour to visit the Borromean Islands – more specifically the idyllic islands of Isola Bella and Isola dei Pescatori.
Hotel L’Approdo, Lake Orta (4-star)****
Day 8: Lake Orta – Milan – UK
After your memorable experiences in the wonderful Lake Orta and beyond, you will then be transferring to the airport for your UK flight. Upon arrival, Titan Travel’s door-to-door service will be waiting to take you home.
4 Different excursions and visits (see tour highlights)
VIP experience
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service
Experts
Titan tour manager
Portable audio
Headset system on excursions
Porterage
Services included
Important Information: Prices are available on request and will include all mandatory charges, taxes, and fees applicable to your booking. Some destinations may have local taxes or resort fees payable on arrival; these will be clearly confirmed in your personalised quote.
Please call us free on 0800 707 6229 for pricing and availability
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